Saxmundham, Suffolk

Gross internal areas of 4843sq.ft (451sqm)

Extensive sales forecourt and yard extending to 0.95 acre (0.38ha)

Car sales/office with two workshops/warehouses

Available Immediately, New Lease Available

Location

The premises is located on St Johns Road, a mainly residential area in the popular Suffolk town of Saxmundham. Saxmundham has a population of circa 5000 people (2021 census) and has grown significantly over the years adjoining the A12 trunk road 22 miles north of Ipswich and 25 miles south of Lowestoft. The property is only 7 miles from Sizewell Power Station on the Suffolk Coast. 

Directions

From the town centre, head out of the town on the B1121 (High Street) towards Carlton. After passing under the railway bridge, take an immediate left onto St Johns Road. Follow the road further, where the property will be found on the left hand side. 

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Description

The premises comprise a former petrol filling station, now car dealership, MOT and repairs centre, with extensive forecourt, parking and storage extending to 0.95 acres (0.38ha) in all. At the front of the property is the car showroom/office, which adjoins the main repairs workshop. To the rear of the plot is a further workshop/warehouse, previously used for MOT testing and additional storage. 

The accommodation comprises:-

                                                      Sq.m        Sq.ft
Car Showroom / Office                 114           1225
Workshop 1                                   164           1761
Workshop 2 (MOT)                        173           1857
                                                       451           4843

The landlord may consider proposals to subdivide the property into two separate units.

Features include:-

· Versatile car dealership, MOT and vehicle repair premises

· 2 workshops and modern sales area

· Extensive external sales forecourt

· Total area of 0.92 acres

· 3-phase electricity

· Town centre location

· Easy access to A12 and only 7 miles from the planned Sizewell C

Terms

The premises are available to rent on a new full repairing and insuring lease for a term to be agreed at an annual rent of £30,000 per annum (no VAT). A deposit will be held by the Landlord equivalent to one quarters rent. 

Planning

We understand the property has planning for car repairs, MOT and sales, by virtue of its established existing use. 

Services

We understand mains 3-phase electricity, water and foul drainage are connected to the site. We have not undertaken any detailed investigations in relation to the availability and capacity of services and prospective Tenants should satisfy themselves in this regard.

Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) 

To be confirmed. 

Rateable Value

The property has a rateable value of £24,500. However, we understand this Rateable Value includes some areas not associated with the subject property and therefore a new assessment will need to be made by the VOA.    

Local Authority    

East Suffolk Council.  

Viewing  

Strictly by appointment with Clarke and Simpson.