Prominent frontage opposite Lidl ideal for flexible non-food uses.
Long 999-year lease (virtual freehold) with vacant possession
Prominent corner frontage opposite Lidl, near mainline station
Flexible E Use Class (excludes hot food) for various occupiers
Total c.750 sq ft: front office, mezzanine, kitchen, small basement
Basement accessed by floor hatch; limited headroom and access
VAT status unclear; buyer should confirm VAT election
EPC being commissioned; energy rating currently unknown
Local crime level is very high; consider security and insurance costs
This ground-floor retail unit occupies a bold corner position in central Leatherhead, directly opposite Lidl and within walking distance of the mainline station. The long 999-year lease (virtual freehold) and vacant possession on completion make the property straightforward for owner-occupiers or investors seeking immediate control.
Arranged as a front office with glazed timber shopfront, recessed entrance and a mezzanine level, the accommodation totals approximately 750 sq ft (office 561 sq ft, kitchen 35 sq ft, basement 154 sq ft). The E Use Class permits a wide range of non-hot-food uses including retail, offices, medical, health and beauty, offering flexible re-letting or occupational options.
Practical considerations include a small basement accessed via a floor hatch and a mezzanine reached by steps, which may limit heavy storage or accessibility without alteration. VAT status is currently unclear and a new EPC is being commissioned; interested parties should verify business rates and any VAT implications prior to offer.
Location advantages are tempered by elevated local crime statistics; prospective buyers should factor this into insurance, security and tenant selection. Overall, the property presents a compact, well-positioned town centre unit with refurbishment potential for an astute buyer or occupier.