East Stour, Gillingham
Description
Freehold Village Public House with Accommodation & Holiday Lets – East Stour, Dorset
An excellent opportunity to acquire a well-established freehold public house in the desirable village of East Stour, set in the heart of the Dorset countryside. This versatile property offers a blend of lifestyle and income potential, featuring a traditional pub with owners' accommodation and two holiday let flats generating additional revenue.
Description - * Freehold Village Public House with Accommodation & Holiday Lets – East Stour, Dorset
An excellent opportunity to acquire a well-established thriving freehold public house. The current owners of 33 years are now looking to retire. Located in the desirable village of East Stour, set in the heart of the Dorset countryside. This versatile property offers a blend of lifestyle and income potential, featuring a traditional pub with owners' accommodation and two holiday let flats generating additional revenue.
The main building comprises a welcoming bar area with log burning fire, seating 30, plus standing, a restaurant/dining room seating 30 and a skittle alley—ideal for private functions and community events; plus additional seating for dining making a total of 120 covers. A commercial kitchen and cellar service the pub efficiently, making it suitable for continued hospitality use or potential redevelopment (subject to permissions).
Above the pub is a spacious two-bedroom apartment, perfect for owner-occupation or staff accommodation. To the side of the main property are two self-contained two bedroom flats, currently used as successful holiday lets, offering a steady supplementary income.
This is a rare chance to invest in a charming rural business with multiple income streams, positioned in a popular village setting with strong local support and year-round visitor appeal.
Outside - To the front of the pub there are some patio areas with additional seating which are perfect for the lighter evenings. A large car park is conveniently located directly opposite the property, providing ample parking for guests and visitors.
Location - East Stour is a popular residential village located approximately 3 miles from Gillingham, 5 miles from the Saxon hilltop town of Shaftesbury and 6 miles from Sturminster Newton. The village has a highly regarded Farm Shop / Restaurant, an active village hall with adjoining recreation ground, 2 pubs and parish church. A primary school is available at nearby Woodville and a main line station in Gillingham (Exeter ~ Waterloo).
Additional Information - Services: Mains Water, Electricity & Drainage.
Council Authority: Dorset Council ~ Council Tax Band: B
Caution: NB All services and fittings mentioned in these particulars have NOT been tested and hence we cannot confirm that they are in working order.
Energy Performance Certificate: Rated: E
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Property details
- Tenure
- Freehold
- Council Tax Band
- B
- Date Posted
- 2026-01-29
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Chaffers Estate Agents Ltd, Gillingham
6 The Centre, High Street, Gillingham, SP8 4AB
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