Hawkley Inn Pococks Lane, Hawkley, Liss, , GU33 6NE

Hawkley Inn

Pococks Lane, Hawkley, Liss, Hampshire, GU33 6NE

Stunning 19th Century, Award Winning Country Inn Operating as a Very Successful Business Character Bar & Dining Areas (70+) with Rustic Charm and Welcoming Atmosphere Fully Equipped Catering Kitchen, Ladies & Gents Cloakrooms, 6 Very Well Presented En-Suite Letting Bedrooms (AA 4 Star Rated) Stunning Beer Garden Seating 100+, Further Outside Seating Under Front Veranda Advised Current Turnover in Excess of £850,000 With Extremely Strong Net Profit

LOCATION

The Hawkley Inn is situated in the pretty, picturesque village of Hawkley Liss in Hampshire, only three and a half miles north of on the edge of the beautiful South Downs National Park. The property is easily accessed from the A3 near Petersfield which in turn links to the M3, M27 and M25 circular.

Hawkley enjoys a wide catchment area, being close to Petersfield, Rogate, , , Haselmere, Winchester, Southampton and Portsmouth to name a few. The pub attracts walkers, cyclist, horse riders and backpackers year round and is also located close to Goodwood, which is popular for both horse racing and motor events. The South Coast is easily accessible from Hawkley, as is London by car or train. The area is popular with both day-trippers and those on a short break looking for an easy but tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of the South East.

DESCRIPTION An attractive two storey detached property, sitting on a generous plot, fronting Pocock Lane less than 100 yards from the village green. The property has part slate hung elevations in keeping with the village and the property has been has been tastefully extended to the rear.

Ref No: 4057 £950,000 Freehold

Hawkley Inn

Pococks Lane, Hawkley, Liss, Hampshire, GU33 6NE

The accommodation briefly comprises:- Five of the rooms are located in the main building at first floor level arranged as 4

main doubles and a family suite. The sixth room is situated on the ground floor with COVERED VERANDA TO THE FRONT OF THE BUILDING WITH OUTSIDE SEATING disabled facilities and level access from the rear patio. Leading to:- EXTERNAL MAIN TRADING AREA Beautifully presented lawned beer garden accessed from the patio at the rear of Beautifully presented, interlinking character bar and dining rooms, with the property with seating for over 100 at timber pub benches with parasols. A centrally positioned focal bar servery on entrance. The property exudes beautiful setting to enjoy al fresco dining, landscaped with mature trees and warmth and charm with rustic pine and oak furniture, 2 open fires, solid oak shrubs. Private parking to the side for circa 3 cars. flooring to part and flag stone flooring. Seating 70 plus across 4 principle rooms. GENERAL INFORMATION

LADIES, GENTS & DISABLED CLOAKROOMS THE BUSINESS

The Hawkley Inn is an extremely successful and beautiful country pub, located in OPEN PLAN OFFICE AREA an area of outstanding natural beauty, yet within a short distance of many villages and towns. COMMERCIAL KITCHEN Fully equipped with an extensive range of quality catering inventory including The Hawkley Inn exudes character and style in a relaxed atmosphere and is well walk in fridge and full extraction. supported by both regular and local trade together with those from further afield. Repeat trade is very strong which is a great testament to the business. DISH WASH AREA The business has been built on its reputation for quality food and stylish LOWER GROUND FLOOR TEMPERATURE CONTROLLED BEER CELLAR accommodation. The Hawkley Inn also has a wide reaching name for its Real; Ales.

The business has been recognised with a plethora of awards and reviews including LETTING ACCOMMODATION 4.7/5 from Love B&B, 4.5/5 on TripAdvisor and 9.6/10 from Hotel.com. The property Arranged as six beautifully presented, luxury en-suite letting rooms, individually also has a 4 star AA quality inspection rating and is recommended by Food & Drink decorated and all with modern fitted en-suite bathrooms with power showers. magazine.

Hawkley Inn

Pococks Lane, Hawkley, Liss, Hampshire, GU33 6NE

SERVICES Revenue is currently split approximately 40% wet, 50% food and 10% accommodation. We have been advised that the property is connected to mains, water, electric and gas. Sewerage by way of a private septic tank. Calor gas for cooking. The business operates traditional hours trading lunch times and evenings from midday to 3pm and 5.30pm until 11pm, Monday to Fridays and midday to INVENTORY 11pm Saturdays and midday to 9pm on Sundays. To include furnishings and equipment as per an inventory to be supplied, but excluding the owners’ personal effects. The business is run and operated by the owner operator couple with the assistance of both full time and part time staff members. STOCK Wet and Dry stock in trade and Bar Glassware will be taken over by the The Hawkley Inn has a fine reputation for its quality food providing a range of purchaser at valuation on the day of completion. dishes from contemporary meals through to pub classics. The pub also caters for vegetarians, vegans and gluten free diners with all meals being prepared EPC RATING E freshly with seasonal local produce where possible. The Hawkley Inn is also an established real ale pub with a wide range of local and regional cask ales on offer and a constant revolving supply from many local microbreweries.

The advised current turnover is circa £850,000 including VAT, with a particularly strong net profit. Whilst the business is very successful, there is plenty of potential for a new owner further to increase turnover and stamp their own mark on this beautiful freehouse.

RATEABLE VALUE 2017 List: £32,800. Please note this is not Rates Payable. Interested parties are advised to contact the Local Billing Authority.

Hawkley Inn

Pococks Lane, Hawkley, Liss, Hampshire, GU33 6NE

Hawkley Inn

Pococks Lane, Hawkley, Liss, Hampshire, GU33 6NE

Hawkley Inn

Pococks Lane, Hawkley, Liss, Hampshire, GU33 6NE

Hawkley Inn

Pococks Lane, Hawkley, Liss, Hampshire, GU33 6NE

Hawkley Inn

Pococks Lane, Hawkley, Liss, Hampshire, GU33 6NE

Hawkley Inn

Pococks Lane, Hawkley, Liss, Hampshire, GU33 6NE

Hawkley Inn

Pococks Lane, Hawkley, Liss, Hampshire, GU33 6NE

www.bettesworths.co.uk IMPORTANT NOTE: Messrs Bettesworths for themselves and for the vendors or lessors of this property whose agents they are 29/30 Fleet Street give notice that: (i) the particulars are produced in good faith, are set out as a general guide only and do not constitute any Torquay part of a contract; (ii) no person in the employment of Messrs Bettesworths has any authority to make or give representation Devon TQ1 1BB or warranty whatever in relation to this property. The fittings, equipment and services have not been tested by the agents.