Independent café and patisserie for sale in West London
Ickenham, London
- Status
FOR SALE
- Advert ID
638908
- Reference
CFR-013 / Rightbiz
- Call Agent:
- Leasehold: £120,000
- Turnover: £200,000 (£3,846 per week)
- Profit: On request
Key Features
- Breakfast and brunch offerings
- Established business with history
- Established business location
- Well-established customer base
Business Details
Maison Du Soleil An Independent Café, Patisserie & Boulangerie Business for Sale
This well-established independent café, patisserie, sandwicherie and boulangerie has been trading profitably since 2007. Situated in a highly desirable and affluent village, the business enjoys daily repeat custom, a loyal community following, and no direct local competition.
The business benefits from a long trading history, stable reputation, and flexible, independent operations, with clear scope to expand into a restaurant or broaden the menu offering to increase profitability. This is a genuine retirement / lifestyle change sale – making it a credible and time-sensitive opportunity for buyers seeking stability with growth potential.
Products & Services
- Freshly prepared coffee, artisan pastries, breads, sandwiches, and light meals
- Background music and free Wi-Fi, encouraging repeat visits and extended stays
- Emphasis on quality, personal service, and community relationships
- Flexible supplier arrangements – no reliance on specific providers
Unique Selling Points (USPs):
- No direct competition in the village
- Strong community reputation – part of local daily life
- Independent brand, trusted by long-term regular customers
- Consistent trade from both local residents and visiting customers
Market & Clients:
- Primary Customers: Local residents (many long-standing, daily visitors)
- Secondary Customers: Visitors from surrounding boroughs
- Competition: No immediate competitors in the village
- Positioning: Established community hub, synonymous with quality and service
- Marketing: No active advertising (reputation-driven trade); a website exists, offering scope for expansion into digital marketing and social media
Operations:
- Premises: Leasehold until 2027 (rent reviews every 10 years)
- Annual Rent: £28,000
- Business Rates: £7,700 p.a.
- Facilities: Kitchen, storeroom, toilet, courtyard (potential for extra seating)
- Security: CCTV installed internally and externally
- Utilities: Electricity, mains water, sewerage, broadband
- Staffing:
- 3 x full-time (including owner)
- 3 x part-time
- Roles: barista, shop assistant, waitress
- Owner Involvement: Day-to-day management
- Handover: Owner willing to provide up to one month’s support to ensure a smooth transition
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