Exceptional Hair Salon – Prime village location, Mid Sussex

This thriving and long-established hair salon has been successfully trading for over 30 years, with the current owner at the helm for the past 15 years. It now comes to the market only due to the vendor’s decision to relocate, offering an excellent opportunity for a new owner to take advantage of its strong foundations and outstanding reputation. Situated in a prominent trading position in the centre of one of Mid Sussex’s most desirable and affluent villages, the salon benefits from consistent footfall and a loyal local clientele. Over the years, the salon has built a glowing reputation, reflected in its impressive 5-star ratings on both Google and Facebook. It offers a comprehensive range of services, including wash and sets, cut and blow dries, permanent and semi-permanent colours, and specialist Kerastase treatments. In addition, a beauty room provides an extra income stream and further growth potential. This is a true turnkey opportunity, ideally suited for an experienced stylist ready to step into ownership of a well-established and profitable business, or for an investor seeking a reputable salon in a prime location. With its strong local following, additional revenue opportunities, and exceptional reputation, this business is perfectly positioned for continued success under new ownership.

THE PREMISES: This established hair salon enjoys a prominent position in the village High Street and with parking readily available in a nearby car park or street parking. The salon is presented in excellent condition throughout and is fully fitted, making it a turnkey opportunity for an owner-operator or investor. Inside, the space includes six professional hair stations, each equipped with mirrors, shelves, and chairs. The front of the salon houses a welcoming reception desk and designated retail display area to showcase haircare products and drive additional revenue. To the rear of the premises there is mezzanine floor which contains 2 back wash chairs and a beauty treatment room. There is also a customer toilet land kitchenette located towards the rear of the premises.

TURNOVER: The business is currently run by the owner with the assistance of two self-employed stylists. The salon currently opens from 9am-5pm and 8am-4pm on Saturday.  We are informed that the current average weekly turnover is £2,600 per week, exclusive of VAT. The average client spend is £70 per visit.

TENURE: The ground floor premises is held on a 15 year lease at a current rental of £10,000 per annum. There is currently 7 years remaining on the lease. The lease also allows for a tenant only break clause every 5 years.

RATES: We have been verbally informed that the business benefits from the Small Business Rate Relief.  The rateable value for the property is £7,700 per annum. Prospective occupiers should make their own enquiries to verify same.

GENERAL REMARKS: This business was personally inspected by the vendor’s sole agent. The salon comes to the market in excellent condition. The salon has a loyal client base with an excellent reputation and located in a central village location.  Early Inspections Advised. 

PRICE: We are instructed to quote for the lease, goodwill, equipment, trade fixtures and fittings £59,950.SAV

LEGAL FEES:  Each party to be responsible for their own legal costs.

VIEWING: On no account should any approach be made to the staff without a prior appointment through the vendor’s sole agents, Watkins Commercial, Telephone: 01273 709090. 

ENERGY PERFORMANCE CERTIFICATE:  The premises has been rated a band C, the full report is available upon request.

DISCLAIMER: Neither the Vendor nor the Agent gives or implies any warranty that the premises are fit for any particular use or that they comply with any relevant regulation or statutory requirement.

The agents have not tested any apparatus, equipment, fittings or services so cannot verify that they are in working order.  The buyer is advised to obtain verification from their solicitor or surveyor before proceeding with the purchase.

VAT:    All prices and rents are quoted exclusive of VAT.  Any intending purchasers or lessees must satisfy themselves independently as to the incidence of VAT in respect of any transaction.

MORTGAGE  & FINANCIAL PLANNING:  We shall be pleased to assist any purchaser in arranging finance to acquire this business or any other business you may be considering subject to status. 

Prop. Ref:        6893M

These particulars are believed to be correct but their accuracy is not guaranteed and they do not form any part of any contract

APPLICANTS CONFIDENTIALITY AGREEMENT

I understand and agree that any information regarding any business supplied to by Watkins Commercial will be kept strictly confidential.  I also undertake that I will:

i)                View businesses registered with Watkins Commercial by appointment only.

ii)              Not contact any owner, staff, suppliers, competitors or customers of any business registered with Watkins Commercial

iii)             Not pass on any information supplied by Watkins Commercial to any third party other than a professional advisor et. Bank, solicitor, surveyor accountant, etc.

iv)             Submit any offers direct to Watkins Commercial with whom I will conduct all negotiations

v)              Be liable for any commission which would have been due to Watkins Commercial should I be party to negotiations or actions which seek to preclude, or are contrary to the interest of Watkins Commercial