High Street, Totnes

Situated in the heart of the town centre two first floor offices approximately 622 sq.ft in total

Office 1 approximately 31 sq.m (331 sq.ft). Office 2 approximately 27 sq.m (291 sq.ft). A short-term commercial lease is being offered on two well placed offices in the sort after town of Totnes, located in a period property.

The Merchant House is centrally located within the popular market town of Totnes, on the main Fore Street just above the Clock Tower. Totnes is a well-located town, with the A385 connecting directly onto the A38, as well as having excellent main trainline connections. The Landlord has recently undertaken major restoration to the office space. The building is split between a ground floor shop, flat and offices of which all are owned by the same landlord.

Situation
Located in one of the most historic buildings in Totnes, The Merchants House is situated in the heart of the town centre close to the East Gate arch. Totnes is a vibrant and market diverse town located in the South Hams, well renowned for its large number of independent retailers, coffee shops and eateries it proves to be a popular destination year-round for both residents and tourists. Based on an important road link from Torbay to Plymouth via the A385, the town is well positioned for those looking for a business location in the South Devon area.

Description
A short flight of steps off the High Street pavement takes you onto a cobbled courtyard to the side of the property with a separate door leading into a Reception Hall, shared with the two flats, which are an integral part of the building but not the shop. Leading off this hallway is access to a Cloakroom with handwash basin and WC. A staircase rises to a half landing, off which are the are two accesses to each of the offices. Both offices comprise ornate molded ceilings, timber panel walls and have all the benefits of a modern office plus all the character of its age in this location. The unit 2 office has in addition a small kitchenette including a sink unit, drainer, worktop, light and power.

Office 1 19' 3'' x 17' 5'' (5.86m x 5.30m)
A spacious room with three sash windows to the front and a window to the side looking down town to East Gate arch, feature fireplace, ornate ceiling, wood panelled walls, two electric night storage heaters

Office 2 19' 5'' x 14' 10'' (5.91m x 4.52m)
A good sized room, sash window to the side, ornate ceiling, wood panelled walls, electric night storage heater, door into kitchenette with sink drainer, electric water heater.

Rateable value
Current Rateable Value - £5,300 (1 April 2026 to present) Please note this is the rateable value for the property. It is not what you pay in business rates or rent. Your local council uses the rateable value to calculate the business rates bill. South Hams District Council Follaton House Plymouth Road Totnes TQ9 5NE 01803 861234

Rent
The annual rent is £7,200 (£600.00 per calendar month)

Deposit
£1,200

Tenure
There will be a short-term insuring commercial lease offered on this property, outside of the 1954 Landlord and Tenants Act, terms to be agreed.

Legal Costs
The prospective tenant will be expected to pay for the Landlords legal fees, their own legal fees and the selling agents fees.

Energy Performance Certificate


Availability
Available Now

Viewing
Viewing can be arranged by prior appointment with the agents Rendells, please contact the Newton Abbot office 01626 353881 option 1.

Services
Mains electric Mains water and sewerage

Local Authority
South Hams District Council Follaton House Plymouth Road Totnes TQ9 5NE 01803 861234