£700,000
Restaurant for sale
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Guide price
£700,000
Restaurant for sale
High Street, Lyndhurst SO43Local area information
Property location
Nearby amenities
- St Michael and All Angels CofE Infant School 0.1 miles
- New Forest Small School 0.6 miles
- Ashurst New Forest 2.6 miles
- Beaulieu Road 3.4 miles
These distances are calculated in a straight line. The actual route and distance may vary.
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
Summary
For sale via secure sale online bidding - terms and conditions apply.
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.
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 unitsideal 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.
Additional Information
For further information please contact our office directly on , or alternatively via email on . With regards to viewing subject property, this is to be done strictly by appointment.
Auctioneers Additional Comments
Pattinson Auction are referred to as The Auctioneer. This auction lot is being sold by either conditional (Modern) or unconditional (Traditional) auction terms and overseen by The Auctioneer. The method of auction sale and the applicable terms and conditions are found on the lot page of this property on The Auctioneers website. The property is available to view strictly by appointment only via any Marketing Agent or The Auctioneer. Please be aware that any enquiry, bid or viewing of the subject property will require your details to be shared between any marketing agent and The Auctioneer so that matters can be dealt with effectively. The property is being sold via a transparent online auction. To submit a bid, all bidders must adhere to a verification of identity process in line with Anti Money Laundering procedures. Bids can be submitted at any time and from anywhere.
Auctioneers Additional Comments
The advertised price is commonly referred to as a Starting Bid or Guide Price and is accompanied by a Reserve Price. The Reserve Price is confidential to the seller and The Auctioneer and will typically be within a range above or below 10% of the Guide Price or Starting Bid. These prices are subject to change. An auction can be closed at any time, with The Auctioneer permitting the property (the lot) to be sold prior to the end of the auction. A Legal Pack associated with this property is available to view upon request and contains details relevant to the legal documentation, enabling all interested parties to make an informed decision prior to bidding. The Legal Pack will also outline the buyers obligations and sellers commitments. It is strongly advised that you seek the counsel of a solicitor prior to proceeding with any property and/or Land Title purchase.
Auctioneers Additional Comments
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.
For sale via secure sale online bidding - terms and conditions apply.
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.
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 unitsideal 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.
Additional Information
For further information please contact our office directly on , or alternatively via email on . With regards to viewing subject property, this is to be done strictly by appointment.
Auctioneers Additional Comments
Pattinson Auction are referred to as The Auctioneer. This auction lot is being sold by either conditional (Modern) or unconditional (Traditional) auction terms and overseen by The Auctioneer. The method of auction sale and the applicable terms and conditions are found on the lot page of this property on The Auctioneers website. The property is available to view strictly by appointment only via any Marketing Agent or The Auctioneer. Please be aware that any enquiry, bid or viewing of the subject property will require your details to be shared between any marketing agent and The Auctioneer so that matters can be dealt with effectively. The property is being sold via a transparent online auction. To submit a bid, all bidders must adhere to a verification of identity process in line with Anti Money Laundering procedures. Bids can be submitted at any time and from anywhere.
Auctioneers Additional Comments
The advertised price is commonly referred to as a Starting Bid or Guide Price and is accompanied by a Reserve Price. The Reserve Price is confidential to the seller and The Auctioneer and will typically be within a range above or below 10% of the Guide Price or Starting Bid. These prices are subject to change. An auction can be closed at any time, with The Auctioneer permitting the property (the lot) to be sold prior to the end of the auction. A Legal Pack associated with this property is available to view upon request and contains details relevant to the legal documentation, enabling all interested parties to make an informed decision prior to bidding. The Legal Pack will also outline the buyers obligations and sellers commitments. It is strongly advised that you seek the counsel of a solicitor prior to proceeding with any property and/or Land Title purchase.
Auctioneers Additional Comments
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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