Alkham Valley Road Alkham, Dover, Kent CT15 7DF. For Sale, a grade II Listed 2 AA Rosette restaurant and AA 5 star rated accommodation <

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1 Alkham Valley Road Alkham, Dover, Kent CT15 7DF For Sale, a grade II Listed 2 AA Rosette restaurant and AA 5 star rated accommodation <

2 Ten en-suite individually styled bedrooms Award winning contemporary restaurant (55 Covers) 22 car parking spaces Busy location in the heart of Kent s picturesque Alkham Valley near Channel Tunnel, Port of Dover, and Canterbury.

3 Overview The Marquis at Alkham, a former coaching inn is an attractive 200 year old Grade II Listed period property, located in the historic village of Alkham in Kent. With sweeping views of the picturesque Alkham Valley the property is adjacent to the picturesque 12thcentury St Anthony Church. Since acquiring the business in 2007, the current owner has extensively refurbished and extended the property to incorporate an award winning two rosette 55 cover fine dining restaurant with 10 luxury individually designed boutique bedrooms with contemporary en-suite bathrooms.

4 Location The historic village of Alkham is located in the heart of the Kent Downs, designated an area of outstanding natural beauty. It is a five-minute drive from the M20, 5.5miles (8.8 km) north east from the Eurotunnel terminal at Folkestone and 5 miles (8km) from the port of Dover. The cathedral city of Canterbury is located 15.5 miles (25 km) to the south east. The hotel is situated in an elevated position on the busy Alkham Valley Road with easy access from the A2/M2 and the A20/M20 for cross channel traffic and visitors to Kent. LONDON M MARGATE 2 M 20 WHISTABLE A299 A28 A2 CANTERBURY M M20 A28 2 MAIDSTONE M2 0 8 A2 RAMSGATE A2 ASHFORD M20 DOVER FOLKESTONE Strait of D over CALAIS HASTINGS EASTBOURNE BOULOGNE-SUR-MER

5 Fine Dining The award winning 55 cover restaurant comprises three interconnecting areas; the main restaurant, private dining/meeting room and a lounge/bar, with polished oak floors, exposed beams and original brickwork. The Marquis has a reputation for providing first-class fine dining that consistently delivers imaginative menus with fresh ingredients sourced from local Kent suppliers, that specialises in modern British cuisine. A destination restaurant with facilities for special occasions.

6 Luxury Accommodation The Marquis offers a combination of fine period features with a modern feel within 10 individually designed boutique bedrooms, each of which are named after local places and people with high quality contemporary en-suite bathrooms with underfloor heating. All rooms are furnished with king sized beds, tea and coffeemaking facilities luxury bedding/towels, CD televisions, DVD players,and Wifi.

7 Ancillary Areas Large well equipped commercial catering kitchen Wash up area Cellar with beer lines into bar with general storage Main bar/servery Staff area (lockers. WC and shower) Managers Office Housekeeping room Chemical store External Areas There is patio seating adjacent to the side entrance of the Property together with a larger terrace in an elevated position to the rear leading to an attractive garden with mature shrubs and trees with a substantial gazebo (registered for outdoor weeding ceremonies). The garden can accommodate a marquee for larger functions. The site measures acres (0.22 hectares) and is broadly rectangular in shape.

8 The Business Our Client acquired the Marquis in 2007 and has invested considerable time and monies developing the property and business. This included creating five en-suite bedrooms and a full refurbishment of the restaurant and public areas. The business was re-launched in 2008 as a contemporary fine dining restaurant and boutique hotel. A further extension was undertaken in 2011 adding an additional 5 bedrooms increasing the total to 10. The restaurant customer base is varied and is derived from a mix of local residents from Alkham and the surrounding area, combined with the more affluent clientele from Dover, Folkestone, Ashford, Deal and Canterbury.The hotel guests are derived from business travellers, tourists, including channel hoppers (English and Continental), cruise passengers and general visitors to the area and is strongly supported by Visit Kent who are extremely active in promoting Kent tourism. In addition to the restaurant and bedroom business, the Marquis also accommodates weddings and private parties, typically per year. Exclusive use can be offered for such functions. This is an area of business that could be greatly expanded. The sale of the Marquis of Alkham presents an opportunity for a buyer looking to acquire a rarely available, established business, in excellent condition, offering significant opportunities to drive the revenue and profitability of the business forward. Web Site

9 Trading Information Services Tenure Trading information will be made available upon request. We understand that all mains services are connected (untested). Freehold Fixtures and Fittings Fire Risk Assessment Asking Price We are advised that all fixtures, fittings and other items associated with the running of the business are owned outright and other than any items badged specifically linked to the current operator will be included within the disposal. We have assumed that a suitable and sufficient Fire Risk Assessment has been carried out. Under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety Order 2005) this assessment needs to be recorded in writing where there are five or more employees. Offers in the region of 895,000 are invited for the freehold going concern complete with goodwill and trade contents (according to inventory), but excluding personal items. Stock at valuation. Licences Planning The property benefits from a current and valid Premises Licence. It is a requirement of the Licensing Act 2003 that properties serving alcohol have a designated premises supervisor who must be the holder of a personal licence. We understand that the property has a valid consent for its current use; however we would advise interested parties to make their own enquiries of the Local Planning Authority in this regard. In addition, a Civil Marriages and Civil Partnerships Licence was granted by Dover District Council on 20th August (Valid for 3 years). Prospective purchasers are advised to take specialist advice. Legal Costs and VAT Business Rates Unless otherwise agreed, each party is to bear their own legal costs in this transaction. Dover District Council, Rateable Value of 65,000 If applicable, VAT will be in addition to the purchase price. 2017/18 UBR 0.479p in the Actual rates payable 14,674

10 Viewing Arrangements Strictly by appointment, through the vendor s sole agent. Under no circumstances should any party make a direct approach to the business or the staff at the hotel. In the first instance all enquiries or to arrange a formal inspection, please contact the vendor s agent GVA, who is appointed by the vendor with sole selling rights. Contact David Creamore david.creamore@gva.co.uk Francis Sutherland francis.sutherlnad@gva.co.uk