St. Germain Street, KA5

LOCATION
The Brewery Inn is exceptionally well-situated at the very epicentre of Catrine village. This central position is paramount to its success as the sole community bar, making it the natural focal point for local residents seeking social interaction, entertainment, and a welcoming atmosphere. Its prominent frontage ensures it is easily identifiable and accessible, serving as a genuine village hub.

Catrine, with a population of approximately 2,000 persons is conveniently located approximately 8 miles from Kilmarnock and 25 miles from Glasgow.

DESCRIPTION
The Brewery Inn is a well-maintained and traditional public house, housed within a substantial two-storey building, typical of the local architectural style. The property presents a welcoming facade to St Germain Street, with clear signage. Internally, the premises are configured to offer distinct areas for patrons, ensuring a versatile and adaptable space for various social gatherings and events. The layout is practical and has been successfully operated for many years.

ACCOMMODATION SPECIFICS
The accommodation internally is as follows:

GROUND FLOOR
The ground floor comprises the main trading areas of the Brewery Inn. This includes:

Public Bar
A traditional and inviting space, complete with a well equipped bar servery, ample seating, and an authentic pub atmosphere. There is seating for approximately 25 persons.

Lounge Bar
A more relaxed and comfortable area, offering additional seating and perhaps a quieter ambience for those seeking a more intimate setting. There is seating for approximately 40 persons but a capacity for more for functions.

Customer Toilets
Well maintained accessible, male and female facilities.

Cellar/Storage
Essential back of house areas for stock management and operational support.

FIRST FLOOR
Accessed independently, the first floor boasts a generously proportioned owner's flat, providing comfortable and convenient living accommodation directly above the business. This residential space offers:

Living Room
Large Kitchen
Two Bedrooms
Bathroom

RATEABLE VALUE
The Rateable Value is £6,900 and as such the premises will benefit from the small business relief resulting in £Nil rates payable if the other criteria for the relief are met.

SERVICES
We understand that the Public House is connected to all mains services, including gas, drainage and electricity. Heating is from wall mounted radiators.

PREMISES LICENCE
There is a premises licence in place, regulated under the 2005 Licensing (Scotland) Act. This will be held by the Landlord with the Tenant providing a designation onsite premises manager.

THE OPPORTUNITY
This is a truly rare and exciting opportunity to acquire a robust and well-established business that has been under the same dedicated ownership for over 30 years. This longevity speaks volumes about the business's stability, profitability, and integral role within the Catrine community.

For a new owner-operator, the Brewery Inn offers an unparalleled lifestyle business. The significant benefit of having a large, comfortable owner's flat directly above the premises provides ultimate convenience, eliminating commuting costs and time, and allowing for immediate oversight of the business.

The nil premium further enhances the appeal, allowing a new operator to focus their investment directly into the business and its future growth.

ASKING TERMS
Rental Offers Over £15,000 per annum with a £Nil Premium. A deposit will be required from an incoming tenant. In addition, the tenant will be tied to buy draft beer products from the landlord, however, the incoming tenant will gain a significant discount for the purchase of products.

EPC
The property has an EPC rating of G.

ANTI MONEY LAUNDERING
The Money Laundering, Terrorist Financing and Transfer of Funds (Information on the Payer) Regulations 2017, came into force on the 26th June 2017. This now requires us to conduce due diligence on property purchasers. Once an offer has been accepted, the prospective purchaser(s) will need to provide, as a minimum, proof of identity and residence.