The Sibton White Horse Inn

Description

A highly attractive and characterful freehold public house, retaining a wealth of original features including low timber beams, exposed brickwork and period detailing, which create a warm and authentic country inn atmosphere throughout. Believed to date from the 16th century, the property has been sympathetically maintained and enhanced, successfully combining its historic charm with high-quality modern trading facilities.

Location

The Sibton White Horse Inn occupies a prominent position within the attractive village of Sibton in rural Suffolk, overlooking the village green and surrounded by picturesque countryside. Located on the Halesworth Road, the property is conveniently situated approximately five miles north-west of Saxmundham and within easy reach of the renowned Suffolk Heritage Coast, including the popular destinations of Aldeburgh, Southwold and Dunwich.

Internal Details

• Bar & Restaurant dining areas for 40 covers • Fully equipped commercial kitchen • Three bedroom accommodation including living room, kitchenette and bathroom • Ladies & Gents W/Cs • Office • Multiple storage facilites

Fixtures & Fittings

All fixtures and fittings are owned by the occupational tenant.

Adjoining Site

The site which adjoins the Sibton White Horse as shown outlined in green on the plan could also be made available as part of the sale by separate negotiation.

Letting Accommodation

The property benefits from five high-quality en-suite letting bedrooms, all furnished with double beds and presented to an exceptional standard. The accommodation has achieved a prestigious 4-Star Gold grading, reflecting the quality of the fixtures, fittings and guest experience on offer. The rooms are individually appointed, providing comfortable and stylish accommodation that complements the character of the inn, and generates a valuable ancillary income stream with room rates typically ranging between £165 and £175 per night.

External Details

• Beer garden & raised decked terrace for 50 guests • Seating to the front of the pub looking across the village green • Substantial vegetable garden • Caravan site with five touring pitches • Car park for 30 vehicles

The Opportunity

An exceptional opportunity to acquire the freehold interest in a highly regarded destination food-led public house and hospitality business, let to an established occupational tenant and producing an attractive Net Initial Yield of 9.36%. The property is presented in outstanding condition throughout, having been carefully maintained and enhanced to a high standard, whilst retaining its considerable period charm and character. The tenant has established an excellent reputation within the regional hospitality market, with the business being recognised through the award of 2 AA Rosettes for Culinary Excellence and benefiting from five 4-Star Gold rated en-suite letting bedrooms.

Tenure

The freehold interest is being sold subject to the lease, expiring in August 2045, to an experienced tenant. The business is unaffected.

Business Rates

The rateable value as of 1st April 2026 is £25,500

Regulatory

Mains electricity, water and drainage. An underground gas tank is used for the cooking whilst an oil tank provides the heating and hot water for the pub. The letting accommodation uses electric heating.