Property description
This property is for sale by Modern Method of Auction.
Set in the extremely popular village of Middleton in Teesdale, Café 1618 offers huge potential for a variety of uses. A rare opportunity to acquire a unique property having recently been run as a Café/Restaurant and B&B. The property is also sold with a separate one bedroom character cottage.
Viewing is highly recommended to appreciate the size and opportunity for a purchaser to reshape the property into something truly outstanding. No onward chain.
Situation & Amenities - Barnard Castle 11 miles, Bishop Auckland 21 miles, Darlington 25 miles. All distances are approximate. Middleton-in-Teesdale is the main centre for Upper Teesdale in the North Pennines, a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Much of the village has been designated a conservation area so the houses and shops retain much of their original character. The village is situated on many of the North's famous walks, including the Pennine Way, the Teesdale Way and with the Coast to Coast Cycle Path not far away. Primary school for the village and surrounding area at Middleton-in-Teesdale, state secondary school with sixth form, public school and prep school at Barnard Castle. Middleton has a doctors surgery, Co-operative store, Barclays Bank, butchers and other shops.
The Property - Nestled in the charming Market Place of Middleton in Teesdale, a rare opportunity to acquire a unique character property having recently been run as a Cafe/Restaurant and B&B and offering an exceptional opportunity for development and personalisation, this property is a rare find in a sought-after location.
The property also boasts a separate one bedroom character cottage, providing additional living space or the possibility of rental income. The versatility of this layout allows for various uses, whether as a guest accommodation or a private retreat.
Cafe 1618 - The property is situated in Middleton in Teesdale, an extremely popular village with locals and visitors alike. It offers extensive accommodation and an incredibly flexible layout including café, kitchen, toilet facilities, study/office, bar, function room/restaurant, two letting rooms with en-suite shower rooms, two further bedrooms and bathroom.
Cottage - The character cottage is a separate dwelling ideal for holiday letting or annex, and is full of charm with exposed stonework, flagstone flooring and beams. There is an open plan living room/kitchen and a first floor bedroom with en-suite shower room.
Garden - With direct access to the market place, there is a large enclosed garden with outbuilding and ample external dining and access to the cottage.
Agents Note - Please note the alcohol license is still current and offers a comprehensive on and off sales license.
Wayleaves, Easements And Rights Of Way - Café 1618 is sold subject to and with the benefit of all existing rights, including rights of way whether public or private, light, drainage, water and electricity supplies and all other rights, obligations, easements, quasi easements and all wayleaves or covenants whether disclosed or not.
Services - Mains electricity, water and drainage. Oil fired central heating.
Tenure - The property is believed to be offered freehold with vacant possession on completion.
Local Authority - Durham County Council [use Contact Agent Button].
Epc - Commercial EPC rating D85. Residential EPC rating G3
Disclaimer - GSC Grays gives notice that:
1. These particulars are a general guide only and do not form any part of any offer or contract.
2. All descriptions, including photographs, dimensions and other details are given in good faith but no warranty is provided. Statements made should not be relied upon as facts and anyone interested must satisfy themselves as to their accuracy by inspection or otherwise.
3. Neither GSC Grays nor the vendors accept responsibility for any error that these particulars may contain however caused.
4. Any plan is for guidance only and is not drawn to scale. All dimensions, shapes, and compass bearings are approximate and should not be relied upon without checking them first.
5. Nothing in these particulars shall be deemed to be a statement that the property is in good condition, repair or otherwise nor that any services or facilities are in good working order.
6. Please discuss with us any aspects that are important to you prior to travelling to the property.
Auctioneer Comments - This property is for sale by Modern Method of Auction allowing the buyer and seller to complete within a 56 Day Reservation
Period. Interested parties’ personal data will be shared with the Auctioneer (iamsold Ltd).
If considering a mortgage, inspect and consider the property carefully with your lender before bidding. A Buyer Information
Pack is provided, which you must view before bidding. The buyer is responsible for the Pack fee. For the most recent
information on the Buyer Information Pack fee, please contact the iamsold team.
The buyer signs a Reservation Agreement and makes payment of a Non-Refundable Reservation Fee of 4.5% of the purchase
price inc VAT, subject to a minimum of £6,600 inc. VAT. This Fee is paid to reserve the property to the buyer during the
Reservation Period and is paid in addition to the purchase price. The Fee is considered within calculations for stamp duty.
Services may be recommended by the Agent/Auctioneer in which they will receive payment from the service provider if the
service is taken. Payment varies but will be no more than £960 inc. VAT. These services are optional
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