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Life of Riley

3-5 Green Terrace, Sunderland, United Kingdom SR1 3PZ
Ref: 6450549
Freehold£545,000

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Marslie McGregor
Marslie McGregorSenior Business Agent - Pubs & Restaurants
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At a glance

  • Investment Sale
  • 15 year lease from 2025*
  • Annual Rent £65k/pa - Gross Yield 11.9%
  • Central Location with Good Footfall
  • Immaculately Presented
  • Fully Licensed - EPC Rating B
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Ref: 6450549

Life of Riley

Description

A large two storey terraced building of red brick construction, with slate tile roof. The property is decorated in a modern and contemporary style and well presented throughout.

Location

The premises is located in an excellent position on Green Terrace in the heart of Sunderland, close to the city centre and University. The area is busy with good levels of footfall with many bars, restaurants and retail operators nearby. Sunderland is currently undergoing a large regeneration programme with many parts of the city seeing investment in development and growth.

Internal Details

Ground Floor Large open plan trading area with seating for c.120 Open plan kitchen and bar servery VIP Lounge with separate bar servery and seating for c.50 guests Stair access to first floor First Floor Large bar servery Separate glass wash areas Raised stage area Disabled lift Staff room and manager's office

Ancillary Areas

WC's Well maintained cellar Commercial grade kitchen Storage facilities

The Opportunity

The Life of Riley is an incredibly well invested pub/bar and restaurant business in a prime spot in Sunderland town centre, forming an integral part of a long established licensed circuit. Currently tenanted, the property achieves an annual rent of £65,000.

Trading Hours

Monday & Tuesday Closed Wednesday & Thursday 11:00am - 1:00am Friday & Saturday 11:00am - 3:00am Sunday 11:00am - 12.00midnight

Tenure

The property is currently tenanted to a longstanding and experienced operator. - Term :10 years, commencing on and including 17 June 2024. Renewal of previous 10 year lease. - Passing rent: £65,000 per annum - Rent Review: Start of years two and six - Full Repairing & Insuring Terms A copy of the lease can be provided to seriously interested parties on request. The Landlord & Tenant are currently negotiating a new, 15 year lease, whereby the tenant will personally guarantee the rent for the first 12 months. The tenant is committed to the long term future of the business, which should provide any investor with assurances.

Business Rates

The Rateable Value as at 1 April 2023 is £43,250. Confirmation of actual rates payable can be obtained from the local Authority.

Regulatory

Premises Licence
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