**SOLD** Three Tuns

• Freehold sale of award winning public house with the benefit of vacant possession
• Handsome public house with a wealth of period features
• Excellent location in leafy, sought-after Herts village
• Delightful trade gardens providing external trade covers
• Well-appointed commercial trade kitchen with extraction

Property

Originally believed to have been a house, the Three Tuns was converted to an inn in the 18th century and boasts a wealth of period character, with charming period features such as a thatched roof, exposed timbers, beams and brickwork. The main building is arranged over two storeys with later single storey additions and is surrounded by mature vegetation.

On the ground floor, the main bar area includes an attractive inglenook fireplace, wooden flooring and bar servery, catering to around 12 covers. Further trade space is found to the west side of the building and provides a further c. 20 covers. Located at the rear of the building, the restaurant dining area has a vaulted ceiling, quarry tiles and double doors opening out onto the patio and has tables for 22 covers. The back of house comprises a commercial trade kitchen with extraction, lobby area and laundry room. 

On the first floor there is private managers accommodation comprising 2 double bedrooms, a living/dining room and a 3pc bathroom.

Outside, a dedicated car park has spaces for c. 13 vehicles. There are delightful, well-tended trade gardens to the front, side and rear of the building, all of which are lawned and have tables providing a total of around 66 covers. The rear garden is fully enclosed by fencing. The property also features a private garden which has two timber sheds, both of which have power connected.

Measurements

The area of the site extends to 0.4 acres and the ground floor area (GEA) of the public house is 162m² (1,744ft² ). Measurements are taken from digital mapping and are approximate.

Planning

We are advised the property is Grade II Listed and situated within a Conservation Area. The relevant local authority is East Herts District Council https://www.eastherts.gov.uk/

Fixtures & Fittings

All trade fixtures and fittings are included in the sale. Stock in addition, at valuation, on completion.

The Business

The business is open and trading and in recent years has gained accolades including SME National Pub of the Year 2018. Our client has not occupied the property and does not have knowledge of the day to day running of the business and therefore does not have access to any financial information.

Rates & Charges

Rateable Value: £6,600. We understand the business benefits from 100% small business rate relief.
Council Tax: £1,510 (Band B)