SAVILLS is offering the freehold on a traditional Dorset public house.

The Smouldering Boulder in Gillingham is a two-storey property incorporating a bar, restaurant and terrace area. Inside there are exposed oak beams.

Owner's accommodation on the first floor comprises three double bedrooms, fitted kitchen and bathroom.

In excess of £700,000 has been invested in the pub which was extensively refurbished a year ago.

The estimated turnover to July is £240,000.

Joe Harvey of Savills said: "Already established as a successful business, it will certainly appeal to buyers who are already running a similar operation or even first time owners.

"The extensive refurbishment work that has been undertaken by the vendor has resulted in a very high standard pub and restaurant, which is in a prominent position of this thriving Dorset town."