Property to rent

Tankerton Road, Whitstable CT5

Short-Term Lease Opportunity – 196 Tankerton Road, Tankerton

An excellent opportunity to occupy 196 Tankerton Road, prominently positioned on the main road in a highly visible and convenient location. The premises were previously operated as a hair salon and still feature basins in situ, which could be reused or adapted to suit your business needs.

Offered under Class E use, the property is suitable for a wide range of occupiers including retail, office, studio, café, or other service-based businesses.

Located close to Tankerton Seafront, the property benefits from strong footfall from both locals and visitors, ensuring excellent exposure to passing trade.

This is an ideal opportunity for a business seeking a flexible, short-term lease in one of Tankerton’s most desirable trading positions.

Voa Rates

Shop and premises
Rateable value
£6.70k pa
Rateable value / m2

£166.67 / m2
Floor area
40 m2

Ground - Retail Zone A

Rateable value
£4.35k pa
Rateable value / m2

£230 / m2
Floor area
19 m2

Ground - Mess/Staff Room

Rateable value
£1.10k pa
Rateable value / m2

£115 / m2
Floor area
10 m2

Ground - Internal Storage

Rateable value
£1.35k pa
Rateable value / m2

£115.04 / m2
Floor area
12 m2

Epc Ordered

Location

Class E. Commercial, Business And Service

Use, or part use, for all or any of the following purposes-
(a)for the display or retail sale of goods, other than hot food, principally to visiting members of the public

Floorplan Clause

Floor plan measurements provided in our marketing materials may differ from those stated in the EPC (Energy Performance Certificate). While EPCs include all floor areas, including circulation and non-habitable spaces, our measurements reflect only the main living areas to give a clearer representation of usable space.

Location

Tankerton is a highly sought-after coastal suburb of Whitstable, located on the North Kent coast. Known for its charming seaside character, independent shops, cafés, and restaurants, Tankerton offers an attractive mix of residential and commercial activity.
Whitstable town centre is approximately a 5-minute drive away, offering a further range of boutique shops, galleries, and dining options. Whitstable railway station provides regular services to London Victoria and St Pancras International, while the nearby A299 (Thanet Way) connects easily to the M2 motorway and the wider road network.

Tenants Referencing Fee

Tenants referencing fee of £300 (inc. VAT)
Full reference checks will be conducted.

Shop Front (4.62m x 4.04m (15'2 x 13'3))

Wc (1.52m x 0.61m (5'16 x 2'55))

Kitchen (3.07m x 2.90m (10'1 x 9'06))

Deposit Due Payable £2340

Will be held in a client account.