Pub/bar for sale

Wolseley Road, Plymouth PL5

Highly Successful & Profitable Freehold Inn Overlooking the Tamar Estuary. Superior One-Bedroom Owners Apartment with Estuary Outlook.

The Ferry House Inn offers an outstanding opportunity to acquire one of Plymouth’s most successful and attractive waterfront inns. This long-established and profitable freehold business enjoys an enviable trading position directly overlooking the estuary, combining traditional charm with modern facilities. The property comprises a characterful bar and dining areas, a waterside outside terrace, seven contemporary en-suite letting bedroom and a superior private one-bedroom owner’s apartment with lovely estuary views. The inn has developed an enviable reputation for quality food, drink and hospitality, attracting both a strong local following and consistent tourist trade throughout the year. With its proven profitability, excellent facilities and prime location, the Ferry House Inn represents a rare turnkey opportunity for lifestyle buyers and experienced operators alike.

The Ferry House Inn occupies a unique and enviable waterside position on the banks of the River Tamar in Plymouth, enjoying uninterrupted views across the estuary towards the iconic Tamar Bridge and neighbouring Cornish countryside. Plymouth is a thriving coastal city with a resident population of over 260,000 and a rich maritime history. It attracts millions of visitors each year drawn by its historic Barbican, Royal William Yard, vibrant waterfront and easy access to Dartmoor and the South Devon/Cornwall coastline. The inn is easily accessible by road, being just minutes from the A38 dual carriageway, and benefits from mainline rail links to London Paddington and ferry connections to France and Spain. Plymouth’s expanding university, naval dockyards and strong leisure and hospitality sector generate year-round demand for quality food, drink and accommodation. The Ferry House Inn is exceptionally well-placed to capitalise on this demand, combining charm, accessibility with beautiful estuary views.

Shared Entrance Porch

Leading to:-

Public Bar

Situated on the left of the entrance, with plenty of character, oak flooring, bench seating, 2 ‘picture’ windows with views over the estuary. Central bar servery, fireplace with cast iron wood burner, wall mounted speakers, various historic prints and photographs adorning the walls.

Ladies & Gents Wc's

Lounge Bar/Dining Room

With seating for circa 30, corner bar servery with large window overlooking estuary.

Spirits Cupboard

Ladies/Disabled WC

Commercial Kitchen & Wash Up Area

Fitted to a high standard with main extraction and an impressive range of professional catering equipment.

Beer Cellar

First Floor

Separate entrance leading to:-

Letting Accommodation

Which is situated over the first and second floors with magnificent, elevated views over the Tamar Estuary. The entire building was remodelled and totally renovated in 2014, providing 7 superior letting rooms with a modern, contemporary feel. All rooms have super king zip and link beds and modern en-suite bathrooms with double walk in showers and underfloor heating.

Room 1 - Tavy

Room 2 - Inny

Room 3 - Tiddy

Second Floor

Room 4 - Tamar

Room 5 - Lynher

Room 6 - Plym

Room 7 - Yealm

Separate Linen Room

Interlinking corridor from the first floor leading to:-

Self-Contained, Private Living Accommodation

A fabulous, modern apartment build in 2014, situated over the two floors, with stunning views over the estuary towards the Tamar Bridge and separate private entrance/staircase.

Boiler Room

Double Bedroom

Leading to en-suite bathroom with double sink and vanity unit, WC, bath with shower over and separate walk in dressing room.

Spacious Living Room

With double doors to Juliet balcony with fantastic views. Small office area to the rear.

Stairs to:-

Second Floor

Domestic Kitchen

With Velux windows and door to outside.

Balcony

At the rear. Separate staircase to outside.

Outside

Stunning alfresco seating area right on the waterfront on the other side of the road, providing circa 64 covers at a selection of pub benches, (new composite plastic seating). This area is held on a licence from Plymouth City Council.

General Information

The Business

The Ferry House Inn represents a particularly exciting commercial proposition, combining multiple strong income streams in a sustainable and profitable trading model.

The seven modern en-suite letting bedrooms ensure reliable turnover with excellent occupancy levels, supported by both leisure and corporate guests. Demand for high-quality accommodation in Plymouth remains strong, with opportunities to grow this side of the business further through enhanced marketing and social marketing exposure.

The bar and dining areas are equally successful, enjoying an established reputation for food and drink, supported by consistent local custom and repeat business. The outside waterside terrace is a major draw during the spring and summer months, offering one of the most attractive al fresco trading spaces in the city. This seasonal uplift complements the year-round core business, creating a highly profitable balance.

Rateable Value

2026 List: £40,500.

Please note this is not Rates Payable. Interested parties are advised to make their own enquiries with the Local Billing Authority.

EPC Rating C

Inventory

To include furnishings and equipment as per an inventory to be supplied, but excluding the owners personal effects.

Stock

Wet and Dry stock in trade and Bar Glassware will be taken over by the purchaser at valuation on the day of completion.

Viewing

Viewing is highly recommended and can be arranged by prior appointment with the Agents, Bettesworths.