High Street, St. Ives

Welcome to this exceptional property located on High Street in the charming town of St. Ives. Built in approx 1869, is now on the market for the first time, presenting a rare opportunity for those seeking a unique investment.

Boasting a huge cellar area, and large office spaces set over the first floor and second floor this property offers ample space for various purposes. Its prime location in the heart of St. Ives town centre adds to its appeal, making it an ideal spot for a potential restaurant or café bar, subject to obtaining the necessary planning consents.

Imagine the possibilities this property holds - from creating a stylish restaurant serving delectable dishes to establishing a trendy café bar where locals and tourists alike can unwind. The historic charm of this house, combined with its versatile layout, provides a blank canvas for your creative vision.

Don't miss out on the chance to own a piece of St. Ives history and turn it into a thriving business or a stunning residence. Contact us today to seize this rare opportunity and unlock the full potential of this remarkable property on High Street.

Location And Property - Set within the heart of the high street of St Ives and only a short distance away from the picturesque harbourside of St Ives. The location of the building is one which is extremely well known and offering excellent frontage. St Ives has fast become one of the Uk's foremost holiday destinations benefitting from three award wining golden sandy beaches, along with a maze of cobbled streets which are lined by traditional Cornish cottages that now incorporate a wide variety or quality restaurants and café bars. The town has a huge draw for artists with the town once being the home to famed artists such as Whistler and Turner, Hepworth and the famed local artist Bryan Pearce. The town is also the home of The Tate St Ives.

The property is believed to have been built in 1869 and still has which is believed to be the original flooring of what was the main High street of the town dating back 100's of years. The property has been in the past an off licence and art store along with more recently being run as Lanhams holiday let company. Set over the first and second floors are individual offices or studio spaces once used by famed artist Keith English. The floor area of approx 6447 sq ft and offers the potential subject to the relevant planning consents being sought to become a great restaurant, café bar or indeed retail space with accommodation above.

The property is current leased to a holiday letting agent and has been for many years. The ground floor offers a large office space and reception area. To the side is a separate office area that was once the Yorkshire building society office. Set over the first and second floor are a number of separate office spaces and storage areas along with washroom and kitchenette facilities. The cellar area below the building has in the past been used as trading areas for shops but is now a large storage area along with offering access to the rear.

The property is being sold freehold but our clients have informed us that they would be open to leasing the property on a full repairing lease basis at a yearly rent of £55,000 per annum.

This rare and exciting opportunity must not be missed and a viewing is highly recommended.

Material Information - Verified Material Information

Asking price: Guide price £850,000

Council tax band: B

Council tax annual charge: £1727.74 a year (£143.98 a month)

Tenure: Freehold

Property type: Other

Property construction: Standard form

Number and types of room: 6 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2 receptions

Electricity supply: Mains electricity

Solar Panels: No

Other electricity sources: No

Water supply: Mains water supply

Sewerage: Mains

Heating: Room heaters only

Heating features: None

Broadband: No broadband connection

Parking: Private

Building safety issues: No

Restrictions - Listed Building: No

Restrictions - Conservation Area: High Street is a Conservation Area to the best of my knowledge

Restrictions - Tree Preservation Orders: None

Public right of way: No

Long-term flood risk: No

Coastal erosion risk: Yes

Planning permission issues: No

Accessibility and adaptations: None

Coal mining area: No

Non-coal mining area: Yes

Energy Performance rating: D

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