Old Siege House

15th Century Bar & Brasserie over 2 Floors in Colchester City Centre

Transaction: Freehold for sale Address: 75 East Street, Colchester, Essex, CO1 2TS Type: Other, Cafe, Public House, Takeaway, Bar, Retail, Alternate Use, Restaurant Tenure: Freehold Freehold available seeking offers in the region of £650,000 (no VAT). The purchase price includes all trade fixtures and fittings.  The property is now closed and will be available with vacant possession. This character, period 15th Century property oozes history from its extensive exposed wooden beams, oak panels and stained glass windows. In fact the timber frame of the west side and south front of the building contains many bullet holes from the fighting during The Siege of Colchester between the Royalists and the Parliamentarians during the reign of Charles I. The property has the benefit of trading across 2 floors, both with their own bar servery. The ground has a front and side entrance, as well as a rear entrance through the patio garden. The area has several split seating areas due to the timber frames and can seat approx 60 covers. A beautiful wooden staircase leads to the first floor, with a fully equipped trade kitchen with prep and storage areas off the landing halfway up the stairs with an open pass area. First floor can seat up to 80 customers but is split with a private dining room and four separate areas, which makes the space ideal for private parties or small conferences and meetings. The areas also boast 4 open fireplaces.  On the 1st floor is a large 2 bedroom flat, consisting of a kitchen, lounge and bathroom facilities. External areas consist of an enclosed patio garden with furniture and outdoor heaters. Seating for up to 60 customers. Car park for up to 17 cars.