THRIVING INDEPENDENT CAFE & COFFEE HOUSE OPPORTUNITY

Key Features:

• Well-established independent café with an excellent local reputation and loyal repeat customer base
• Authentic European-inspired concept offering premium coffee, homemade food, cakes and speciality products
• Beautifully presented premises with indoor and outdoor seating creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere
• Fully equipped commercial kitchen with substantial investment in fixtures, fittings and catering equipment
• Strong lifestyle business ideally suited to a hands-on owner-operator or experienced hospitality professional
• Further growth potential through extended trading hours, alcohol licensing and enhanced online marketing

THRIVING INDEPENDENT CAFE & COFFEE HOUSE OPPORTUNITY - RUISLIP, WEST LONDON

A rare opportunity to acquire a highly regarded independent café business with a strong local reputation and loyal repeat customer base, situated within the affluent and sought-after area of Ruislip. Francesca's Cakes & Coffee has established itself as a well-loved destination café, offering premium coffee, homemade food, cakes and speciality products within a warm European-inspired setting. The business combines an authentic homemade concept, fully equipped commercial kitchen and beautifully presented premises with excellent future growth potential — particularly through extended trading hours, the introduction of an alcohol licence, enhanced online marketing and expanded catering or celebration cake services — providing an exceptional lifestyle business opportunity for a passionate owner-operator or experienced hospitality professional.

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BUSINESS TYPE: Cafe / Restaurant.

FOR SALE AS A GOING CONCERN: Yes.

REASON FOR SALE: Retirement.

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BUSINESS OVERVIEW:

Francesca's Cake & Coffee is a highly regarded independent café and homemade bakery offering a rare opportunity to acquire a well-established and much-loved hospitality business. Developed with passion, authenticity and quality at its core, the business has built an excellent local reputation over the past six years and benefits from a loyal customer base who return regularly for its homemade cakes, speciality coffee and freshly prepared food.

The business operates with a strong European café culture feel, combining high-quality Italian coffee with an extensive homemade food offering including breakfasts, salads, paninis, lasagna, quiches, fresh pastries, sausage rolls, cakes and desserts. A key feature of the business is that all baked goods and cakes are produced in-house, setting the café apart from many competitors who rely on bought-in products.

The business successfully established itself during the COVID-19 period and has continued to grow steadily through reputation, customer loyalty and consistent product quality. The operation has become known locally for its warm customer service, authentic atmosphere and premium homemade offering.

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LOCATION:

The café occupies a desirable trading position within the affluent and highly sought-after area of Ruislip, benefiting from strong local footfall and a loyal surrounding residential customer base. The business is positioned close to Eastcote Underground Station, providing excellent accessibility for both local residents and commuters travelling through the area.

The surrounding location offers an attractive blend of professionals, families and regular visitors, supporting consistent year-round trade. The premises enjoys a welcoming neighbourhood atmosphere and has established itself as a destination café for customers seeking high-quality homemade food and artisan-style coffee in a relaxed European-inspired setting.

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STAFFING & OPERATIONS:

The business currently operates with a small experienced team comprising four payroll staff members together with an additional casual weekend student worker. The operation is highly hands-on and best suited to an owner-operator or experienced hospitality professional who can continue the homemade food ethos and customer-focused approach established by the current owners.

The business benefits from established systems, loyal customers and experienced operational support, allowing for a smooth transition to a new owner. A comprehensive handover period is available to ensure continuity and support the successful transfer of knowledge and recipes.

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ADDRESS:

263 Field End Road

Ruislip

West London

HA4 9NJ

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GROWTH OPPORTUNITIES:

Despite already operating as a successful and profitable independent café, the business offers substantial scope for further growth and development.

Potential opportunities include extending evening opening hours, particularly during weekends, introducing an alcohol licence, expanding online ordering and delivery services, increasing social media and digital marketing activity, and further developing celebration cake and catering sales.

The business would particularly suit a passionate owner with baking, food preparation or hospitality experience who can continue the strong homemade concept while introducing fresh ideas and additional revenue streams.

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IDEAL BUYER PROFILE:

This opportunity is ideally suited to a hands-on owner-operator, experienced café owner, baker, chef or hospitality professional seeking to acquire a well-established independent business with strong foundations and genuine character.

The business is not designed as a passive investment opportunity and would best suit someone capable of maintaining the quality homemade offering and customer relationships that have become central to the café's success.

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REASON FOR SALE:

The business is offered for sale due to the owners seeking a lifestyle change and wishing to ensure the business transitions to the right buyer who can continue its established reputation and long-term success.

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KEY INFORMATION:

AGENTS NOTE: This is a business for sale as a going concern, not an empty premises for sale or let.

CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION: In order to release further information on the business – such as the accounts, we require you to complete a short online non-disclosure form. Please contact our office and we will provide full instructions and assist where required.

REFERENCE NUMBER: TR37026TV.

TENURE: Leasehold.

Originally granted on a 10-year term, with approximately 8 years remaining.

The purchaser will be responsible for the landlords costs and fees in connection with the assignment of, or the grant of a new lease.

RENT PAYABLE: £15,600 per annum.

RATES PAYABLE: Approximately £1,700 per annum.

This information has been provided to us by the vendor and any interested party is advised to enquire of the local authority to check the position with regards to business rates that will apply to a new owner.

STAFF: The business currently operates with a small experienced team comprising four payroll staff members together with an additional casual weekend student worker.

PRICE: £120,000 for the benefit of the lease, fixtures, fittings and equipment PLUS STOCK AT VALUATION.

Full financial accounts and supporting documentation will be made available to genuinely interested and qualified purchasers only.

VIEWING: Viewing is strictly by appointment only. Please contact us at your earliest convenience to schedule a time that suits you.

FINANCE: If you require assistance with business financing or commercial mortgages (subject to eligibility), we may be able to help. Let us know if you would like our support, and we will gladly put you in touch with our recommended whole-of-market broker.

BUSINESS TO SELL: Thinking of selling your business? That's our specialty. If you're curious about its value, we offer a free, confidential valuation service. Simply pick the day and time that work best for you, and we will provide an honest, professional assessment. Feel free to get in touch with our office at your convenience to book an appointment.

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DISCLAIMER:

1. MONEY LAUNDERING REGULATIONS: Prospective buyers will be required to provide identification documentation and proof of funding during the purchasing process. Cooperation is appreciated to ensure the sale proceeds without unnecessary delays.

2. PARTICULARS: While we strive to ensure all information is accurate and reliable, it serves as a general guide only. Should any particular details be of special importance, please contact us so we can verify the information before you travel to view.

3. MEASUREMENTS: Provided room sizes are approximate and intended solely for general guidance. Prospective buyers are advised to independently verify all measurements to ensure accuracy.

4. SERVICES: Please note we have not tested the services or any of the equipment or appliances.

VIEWING STRICTLY BY PRIOR APPOINTMENT THROUGH THE SELLING AGENTS EVERETT MASSON AND FURBY 01865 689400.