Substantial freehold post office premises near Padstow
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Written by Graham Timmins
Friday, 14 March 2008

 Miller Commercial of Truro are bringing to the market St Merryn Post Office, situated on the crossroads of the village near Padstow, which is very much the gateway to 6/7 superb beaches on Cornwall’s north coast just west of the mouth of the River Camel.

St Merryn additionally has a number of shops, pub, restaurants and a filling station in the neighbourhood of the business.

Miller Commercial of Truro are bringing to the market St Merryn Post Office, situated on the crossroads of the village near Padstow, which is very much the gateway to 6/7 superb beaches on Cornwall’s north coast just west of the mouth of the River Camel.

St Merryn additionally has a number of shops, pub, restaurants and a filling station in the neighbourhood of the business.

The substantial premises that date back to the 1930’s offer 680sq.ft. of retail space with 2 post office counters. The business also is concerned with the sale of general stationery, cards, beach goods and beachwear. On the first and second floors are the expansive owners’ accommodation, comprising 4-5 bedrooms, large lounge, dining room and kitchen. Outside is a small garden and patio.

St Merryn Post Office serves the growing village and the numerous tourists who regularly return to their second homes, stay on the many nearby caravan/camping sites and those who are accommodated at hotels in the neighbourhood. The post office currently attracts a salary of circa £25,000 per annum and in addition there are general seasonal sales of around £40,000 per annum. The business has come to the market through relocation plans.

Graham Timmins of Miller Commercial’s Business Transfer Dept comments, ‘The St Merryn Post Office represents an excellent opportunity to purchase a prime freehold property in a very desirable area of the county, which is as popular with retirees as it is with families on holiday’.

Offers are sought off a guide price £500,000 plus SAV.

FOR FULL DETAILS CONTACT GRAHAM TIMMINS AT MILLER COMMERCIAL TRURO ON 01872 247019.