Leisure and hospitality specialist Sidney Phillips have announced the sale of the Ship Inn near Dartford following very high levels of interest.
The Ship Inn is located in Green Street Green, an attractive village in the Darenth parish of Dartford, between the busy town of Longfield and the commercial and industrial hub of Dartford, approximately 2 miles south of Bluewater Shopping Centre. Given its proximity and commutability to London, both by train and by road, Green Street Green and the surrounding conurbations are a popular residence for those working in and around the capital and as a result, residential dwellings in the area command strong values.
The Ship Inn is a substantial two-storey property with mock-Tudor exterior sitting back from the main road, fronted by grassed common land. The site measures in the region of 0.7 acres and offers three former trade areas, a large three bedroom accommodation and ample gardens with outbuildings and stable.
The business had for many years been operated under various lease agreements, however has been closed and vacant since July 2019.
Following an effective local, regional and national marketing campaign, Sidney Phillips generated large numbers of strong interest from the off, with a staggering 10 viewings being held on the first day of marketing alone.
Robert Cockayne, Regional Valuations Manager for the area handled the sale and commented; “It is very encouraging to see so much activity in the market, despite ongoing concerns around the pandemic. The sale of the Ship Inn demonstrates that demand for pubs in the South East remains buoyant.”The freehold interest of the Ship Inn was marketed at an asking price of £600,000 VAT and was sold for in excess of the asking price following “Best and Final” sealed bids.
For further information about pubs and bars for sale or to let or how to sell your business, please contact Sidney Phillips on 01892 725900 or please take a look at our Buyer’s Guide.
(December 2021)