Restaurant for sale
Features and description
- Substantial and versatile freehold property
- Prime position on the iconic High Street of Lyndhurst
- Characterful property spans multiple levels
- Significant residential income potential
Spotlight and Pattinson Auctions are delighted to present an exceptional opportunity to acquire a substantial and versatile freehold property situated in a prime position on the iconic High Street of Lyndhurst, the "Capital of the New Forest."
This historic building currently houses the well-known Imperial China Restaurant and offers a unique combination of extensive commercial space and high-value residential accommodation.
The property does need modernisation, but could trade as a restaurant again with minimal investment as is the case with the one bedroom flat. The other areas do need more significant refurbishment.
This characterful property spans multiple levels, offering a turn-key commercial setup on the lower floors with significant residential income potential or owner-occupancy above.
Please note we have not inspected this property.
Rooms
Location
Situated in a prime position on the iconic High Street of Lyndhurst, the "Capital of the New Forest."
Accommodation - Commercial
• Customer-Facing Dining: A vast, multi-room restaurant area currently configured for traditional Chinese dining. The space features a mix of large round tables and smaller ones for two, decorative wall panels, and a split-level layout that creates a vibrant yet intimate atmosphere. Separate Ladies and Gentlemans Toilets
• Commercial Kitchen: A fully equipped, professional-grade kitchen. It features extensive stainless steel preparation surfaces, a high-capacity industrial extraction system, multiple wok burners, and integrated refrigeration units—ideal for high-volume catering.
• Character Features: Large windows overlooking the bustling High Street provide excellent natural light and prominent signage opportunities. Although the property is within the popular New Forest National park its not within the conservation area and is not listed
Accommodation - Residential
One bedroom flat to the rear of the property, accessed from church road.
• Flat with four bedrooms is to the front of the property with separate access from the street as shown in the photo to the left.
The Staff Accommodation / Extra Storage
• Accessed by a staircase within the restaurant, In the Middle of the building there is another three rooms, a bathroom and separate toilet
Tenure
HP238915 - Freehold
Rateable Value
Future rateable value (from 1 April 2026) £27,250. Sourced from VOA.
EPC
Rating C - full report available upon request.
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In order to secure the property and ensure commitment from the seller, upon exchange of contracts, the successful bidder will be expected to pay a non-refundable deposit equivalent to 5% of the purchase price. The deposit will form part of the purchase price. A non-refundable reservation fee of up to 6% inc VAT (Subject to a minimum fee which could be up to 7,200 inc VAT) is also payable upon agreement of sale. The Reservation Fee is in addition to the agreed purchase price, and consideration should be given by the purchaser to any Stamp Duty Land Tax liability associated with the overall purchase costs. Both the Marketing Agent and the Auctioneer may consider it necessary or beneficial to pass customer details to third-party service suppliers, from whom a referral fee may be received. There is no requirement or obligation to use any recommended suppliers or services.
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