For Sale By Public Auction on 13 July 2023 starting at 09:00 AM - Live-streamed Auction

A Substantial Freehold City Centre Mixed-Use Investment Opportunity, situated in a highly prominent position, comprising a restaurant with seven flats over, offering asset management potential
Being Offered On Behalf of the Fixed Charge Receivers



At ground floor level, the property comprises a substantial retail / leisure unit which has historically traded as a licensed restaurant for a number of years. The unit benefits from a prominent return frontage onto the City Centre Ring Road, and comprises open plan dining/seating area, entertainment area, bar servery and reception, with ancillary accommodation including commercial kitchen, WCs, office and a substantial basement/beer cellar. There are 7 one-bedroom flats situated over the first and second floors which are accessible via communal entrances off Thornley Street and Stafford Street.

Location
The property is located on the popular Stafford Street, at its junction with the City Centre Ring Road, occupying a highly prominent position. The property is situated directly opposite the University of Wolverhampton and is within walking distance of all city centre amenities and landmarks, including train and tram links, and Molineux Stadium.

Energy Performance Rating
Flats 1, 2, 3, 4 & 7 - D, Flats 5, 6 & Restaurant - E.

Tenure
Freehold

Value Added Tax
For clarification in respect of whether or not VAT will be chargeable on the purchase price please refer to the Legal Pack.

Business Rates
Current rateable value: £25,000.
The restaurant may qualify for retail, hospitality and leisure relief.

Auctioneer's Note
Please note offers may be considered prior to the Auction Sale.

Viewing Times
Strictly by appointment with the Auctioneers.

Live-streamed Auction
Please note that the Auction will be livestreamed via our website. You can take part remotely via Proxy, Telephone or Online, if you wish to bid you must pre-register via our website no later than 3pm the day prior to the auction.

Disclaimer
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*Definition of Guide Price and Reserve
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Costs at Auction
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