Freemasons Arms, Brightlingsea

Tenure & Price: The property is offered freehold at £395,000 - £425,000, to include goodwill and fixtures and fittings. Stock is to be taken at valuation in addition.

The Freemason’s Arms is an attractive and well-presented end-of-terrace public house situated in a densely populated residential area. Of brick construction beneath a pitched tile roof with mock Tudor frontage, the property has benefited from significant investment in recent years and is offered in excellent condition throughout.

Trade Areas: The main bar is accessed from Sydney Street and offers a traditional setting with carpeted floors, part-panelled walls, timber bar servery, two flat-screen TVs, log burner and dartboard, with seating for approximately 25 and a further 7 at the bar. A separate games area includes laminate flooring, air conditioning, TV, dartboard, pool table, SWP and jukebox, with French doors opening onto the trade patio. Additional facilities include ladies’ and gentlemen’s WCs, bottle store, and an on-level cellar/store room.

Owner’s Accommodation: Located on the first floor, the owner’s accommodation comprises a spacious lounge, double bedroom, modern fitted kitchen with island and built-in appliances, bathroom, and landing with built-in wardrobes.

Holiday Letting Accommodation: To the rear of the property are two well-appointed letting rooms known as “The Sanctuary Rooms.” Room 1 provides a family room with en-suite bathroom (from £123 per night) while Room 2 offers a king-size bedroom with en-suite shower (from £99 per night). Both benefit from a courtyard patio.

External Areas: A part-covered trade patio provides seating for 30 - 40 customers.

The Business: The Freemason’s Arms has been transformed into a popular wet-led pub known for its live music, sports coverage, and association with local football teams. The business currently operates around the owner’s external employment, offering considerable scope to extend trading hours and increase turnover. The recently introduced letting rooms provide further growth potential. The premises may also lend themselves to restaurant use (STPP).

Licence: The premises hold a full Premises Licence permitting the retail sale of alcohol during the following hours:

•Monday–Thursday & Sunday: 11:00 - 23:00
•Friday–Saturday: 11:00 – 00:00

Services: The property benefits from connection to all mains services.
Local Authority: Tendring District Council
Rateable Value: £3,800

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