Prominent Grade II* commercial property in the heart of the city centre

This historic property occupies a prime position opposite St Andrew's Hall and has wonderful triple aspect views. The versatile property was most recently used by a local company as its main office and housed over 20 employees with six separate offices. It is now to be sold with vacant possession. Previous uses include a school, doctor's and dentist's surgeries and serviced office space. It extends to around 156 sq/m and could be converted to residential use subject to the necessary consents being obtained. This is a particularly important building of exceptional special interest with outstanding interiors. It is in good decorative order, has a modern alarm system and a mix of electric and gas central heating.

Tenure

Freehold

Lower Ground Floor

Cellar used for storage

Ground floor

Porch, reception area, main office, kitchen, two cloakrooms

First floor

Landing space, boardroom, office space

Second floor

Four offices, attic room housing the heating system providing further storage

History

The property is also known as Armada House as it was believed to be partly built from timbers of the sunken Spanish Armada. The story is emphasised by the date 1589 carved on the exterior, and a plaster relief carving of a 16th century ship under sail on the Princes Street side of the building. Although there has been a property on the site since the 14th century the name Garsett House presumably comes from a previous owner Robert Garsett in 1570. It has had numerous uses over the years and was used as a school in 1864 and owned by Ernest Kent a solicitor who on his death bequeathed the property to the Norfolk and Norwich Archaeological Society.

Viewings

Open viewings have been arranged for Wednesday 19 October. To book an appointment please call the Norwich office on 01603 505100.

Energy Efficiency Rating (EPC)

Current Rating F

Services

Interested parties are requested to make their own enquiries to the relevant authorities as to the availability of services.

Local Authority

Norwich City Council

Solicitors

Butcher Andrews (Fakenham), Ref: Chris Taylor, Tel: 01328 852813

Additional Fees

Administration Charge - 0.3% inc VAT of the purchase price, subject to a minimum of £1200 inc VAT, payable on exchange of contracts.

Disbursements - Please see the legal pack for any disbursements listed that may become payable by the purchaser on completion.