SOMERSET - FREE HOUSE NEAR CAMP SITES AND THE COAST

The Basonbridge Inn stands side on to the B3741 in the village of Bason Bridge which lies between the villages of East Hunspill and Watchfield, close to the M5 motorway and the town of Highbridge which stands on the A38. Bason Bridge includes a mix of residential properties and small businesses and is close to some campsites which attract visitors due to the close proximity of the Somerset Coast and the town of Burnham-on-Sea. Also in the vicinity is the Huntspill River National Nature Reserve.

The Basonbridge Inn is a substantial property, being a long-established, community-based free house. It was extended in circa 1986 with the building of a purpose-built function room which incorporates a twin skittle alley.

Bason Bridge is between junctions 22 and 23 of the M5 motorway, both of which are within a few minutes drive.

Side ENTRANCE PORCH into the MAIN PUBLIC BAR which has a seating capacity of 40. This features a wood laminate floorboard effect floor, dado panelling, fixed bench seating, refectory tables, upholstered wheel-backed chairs and a slate fireplace with open winter fire. Bar servery with light wood panel fronted, polished topped service counter and back bar display cabinets. Side entrance HALL to the FUNCTION ROOM off which are LADIES’, GENTLEMEN’S and DISABLED TOILETS. Function room has fitted carpet and banqueting tables and chairs to solid floor, skittle playing surfaces and has the space to accommodate up to 180 for a function. Function room CUSTOMER TOILETS.

The CATERING KITCHEN stands to the rear of the Bar Servery and has a galvanised extractor fan canopy, tiled flooring and a range of stainless-steel equipment. WASH UP/LAUNDRY AREA. WORKSHOP. INNER STORE. PLANT ROOM and REFRIGERATED BEER CELLAR.

OWNERS ACCOMMODATION
FIRST FLOOR
The owners’ accommodation provides two DOUBLE BEDROOMS, one of which has an EN SUITE BATHROOM. Family SHOWER ROOM. SITTING ROOM, DINING ROOM and LINEN CUPBOARD.

LETTING ACCOMMODATION
Served by a separate ENTRANCE off the car park are four TWIN/DOUBLE BEDROOMS all with EN SUITES. Two of the rooms have recently been adapted to create a FLAT with one shower room converted to a KITCHEN. This could be reversed if required.

One of the bedrooms also has a small CHILDREN’S room adjoining, and is therefore suitable for family occupation.

EXTERNAL
The CAR PARK to the front of the property has space for approximately 20 vehicles. Private INNER YARD area. The BEER GARDEN is enclosed at the rear and can be accessed from the function room. This is attractively presented: laid to lawn with table and bench sets.

In the hands of the present owners since 2007, the Basonbridge has re-established itself as a busy, community-driven free house with many house teams, including 13 skittles teams.

During the summer months, the business benefits from 5 campsites which are in the vicinity and bring many visitors to the area. The current owners have run the business up to retirement and now open on limited hours. Food tends to be offered only in the summertime. There is much scope for new owners to open longer hours and expand the food offering.

FREEHOLD £380,000 to include fixtures and fittings and goodwill. Stock at valuation in addition. 

No direct approach to be made to the business; please direct all communications through Sidney Phillips.

Viewing strictly by appointment only.

A full premises licence is held which includes the performance of live and recorded music.

The permitted opening hours are:

Monday to Thursday: 09:30-00:30
Friday and Saturday: 09:30-02:00
Sunday: 11:00-00:00

Mains water, electricity and drainage. There is bulk propane gas for central heating and cooking.

Local Authority: Sedgemoor District Council, Bridgwater House, King Square, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA6 3AR
Telephone: 0300 303 7800

Rateable Value: £4,300 (as at 01 April 2023)