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COFFEE SHOP in Burley in Wharfedale for Sale.

Ernest Wilson are delighted to present this exceptional and beautifully maintained coffee shop, prominently positioned in the heart of the highly sought after and affluent North Leeds village of Burley in Wharfedale. Established by our client in 2021, the business has rapidly become a much loved local venue with an excellent reputation and a loyal, repeat customer base. Our client is now looking forward to a well deserved retirement, creating a superb opportunity for new owners to take the business forward. The business currently trades on very manageable hours—five days per week and for only 46 weeks of the year—yet still achieves an impressive weekly turnover of approximately £3,200. Considerable scope exists for an energetic new operator to increase revenue further by extending trading hours, opening earlier to capture additional breakfast trade, introducing evening bistro or light dining services, or simply operating throughout more of the year. All of these enhancements present clear avenues for growth. The premises are held on a secure lease at a sensible rent, particularly given the outstanding visibility and footfall associated with this prime main street location. The ground floor accommodation comprises an inviting and stylishly presented coffee shop with comfortable seating for 16 customers. This area enjoys views over a spacious and well equipped service counter and food preparation zone, complete with a professional coffee machine and impressive display units showcasing cakes and baked goods—most of which are freshly produced on site by our client. Customer WC facilities are located to the rear. The first floor features two generous rooms. One serves as the main food preparation kitchen and is fitted with a comprehensive range of catering equipment, including multiple ovens, mixers, and a dedicated pot wash space. The second room is currently arranged as dry and refrigerated storage; however, it offers excellent potential for conversion into additional customer seating or a private dining/meeting area, subject to any necessary consents. Externally, the property benefits from a small enclosed yard to the rear, which also accommodates bin storage. To the front, the wide pavement provides ample space for 10–12 outdoor covers, enhancing the café’s appeal during fair weather and further increasing its trading capacity. Overall, this is a rare opportunity to acquire a thriving, well established business in a premium village location, with significant room for further development under new ownership.