Outdoor Clothing And Equipment Shop In Highland For Sale

Business description

9-1-4 Outdoor is a modern and attractive retail outlet with most comfortable accommodation situated in an outstanding location with uninterrupted views to Eilean Donan Castle across the waters of Loch Duich. The business is named after the fact that a Munro, at 3000 feet or above has its metric equivalent at 914 metres or above. The original building was constructed in 1981 and over its life has been used for a number of different businesses. The trading situation of this business is unique in many ways. The A87 is a busy main trunk road leading to the Isle of Skye but the area surrounding Dornie is also a popular destination for a wide range of visitors. The current owners operate the store with a modest staffing level and utilise the adjoining accommodation as a holiday let. They have developed this aspect of their operation providing comfort and quality in equal measure. The business has been operated as a retail unit by the current owners, since May 2005, and now has a strong customer base and enjoys an enviable reputation amongst outdoor enthusiasts. There is ample dedicated parking at the premises in addition to that provided by the adjacent local authority car park. There is also a jetty giving direct access to Loch Duich. The vendors have invested heavily in the infrastructure of the property through an on-going upgrading of facilities and now present the business and property in first-class condition.

Located close to the village of Dornie, this well-presented retail unit and accommodation is readily accessible and has good parking and is ideally situated for guests to enjoy the natural beauty of the region. This business offers a warm welcome where excellent service and mountaineering expertise is at hand. The trading space, which extends to 45m2 is ample to display a wide range of mountaineering equipment and outdoor clothing items. The proprietors have recently started to develop an E-commerce element to their business, which new owners could develop further by increasing on-line sales. The Shop has a popular webcam that shows views across to Eilean Donan Castle plus other vistas. This facility provides a good medium for marketing as it is often used by mountaineers to assess local weather conditions. The location of the accommodation provides a relaxing ambience seldom experienced. Trade is focused on the main season (Easter to October) but remains open year-round.

The village of Dornie is within walking distance of the shop and has a number of food establishments, with some venues also having traditional music nights. Situated close to Kyle of Lochalsh with its excellent range of shops, catering establishments, facilities for visitors and services for the local population, the area is renowned as a tourist destination and is widely recognised as one of the most attractive holiday and outdoor venues in the UK. 9-1-4 Outdoor is located in one of the most stunning, rugged and unspoilt areas of the North West Highlands of Scotland, close to the Isle of Skye and the mountains of Kintail and the dramatic Glen Shiel regions, which boast 14 Munros. The north side of the glen is formed by the famous Five Sisters range and its easterly continuation; a true classic amongst ridge walks, drawing in many mountaineers. The terrain around this business is some of the most magnificent scenery found anywhere in the U.K., with the area reading like a Who’s Who of famous and magical places. The waters around Dornie, enhanced by the spectacular back-drop of Eilean Donan Castle, provide great sport for sea kayakers and other water sport enthusiasts. The nearby Falls of Glomach are one of the highest and probably the most dramatic waterfalls in Britain at 370 feet high. Diverse wildlife can be readily seen in the area, including wild deer, pine martin, buzzard, porpoise, the elusive otter and even the magnificent golden eagle.

The present owners have enjoyed a rewarding and successful lifestyle to date in the operation of their business. It catered for their desire for an easily run business whilst living in a location that supported their passion of mountaineering. New owners could maintain the current relaxed trading pattern or alternatively aim to further develop the business further through the provision of a broader service to clientele; this could be the provision of a water sports element to the shops repertoire or by providing external guiding services.

The Property
Of timber frame and block modern construction, 9-1-4 Outdoor is an attractive detached single storey property built in 1981.

Retail Unit
The Shop is well sign-posted and is easily recognisable to passing visitors. Entry is via a single wooden door which leads to an entrance vestibule. To the left is a single customer and staff W.C. which is compact but well presented. Through a secondary door is a short corridor that leads to the main shop. The décor and floor is mainly of wood, as is the feature sales counter, giving the Shop a warm and welcoming ambience. Lighting is provided by a combination of strip lighting and spotlights, which coupled with the large windows, provide excellent lighting, giving the sales area a bright and spacious feel. The sales counter has an electric till and a credit card machine. The main sales area is configured in broadly a rectangle which is laid out with various freestanding and wall mounted display units. Many of the display items are easily moveable which greatly allows for the flexibility in the presentation of items to best effect. The Shop merchandises a broad range of outdoor clothing and equipment plus a wide range of ancillary items, which appeal not only to those undertaking outdoor and mountaineering sports but also to the casual tourist. A full range of items on sale can be seen on the business’ website. Within the store, there is a changing room and an office to the rear of the service area. External to the main building there are two secure storage units for stock

GROUNDS
9-1-4 Outdoor has an area of land surrounding the main building with a car park that is prominently situated just off the main A87. There is a private garden to the side of the owner’s accommodation which has an outbuilding which acts as a general store. Parking for 8 cars is ample for business needs but the Dornie village hall is adjacent to the subjects which has additional car parking spaces.

DEVELOPMENT POTENTIAL
Within the present subjects there is some scope to develop the grounds subject to planning consents.

SERVICES
The property benefits from mains electricity, water and drainage plus double glazing throughout. Heating is via electric storage heaters and free standing units. The Shop has external flood lighting and a security alarm system.

TRADE
Accounting information will be made available to seriously interested parties subsequent to formal viewing.

PRICE
Offers Over £235,000 are invited for the heritable property complete with goodwill and trade contents (according to inventory), excluding personal items. Stock at valuation.

Property information

Property:

Freehold

Living accommodation:

PRIVATE ACCOMMODATION The owners’ accommodation, which is currently used as a letting unit, is an attractive feature of this property. There is a spacious double bedroom, which is tastefully fitted with pine furniture and an immaculately presented bathroom with a separate shower unit. The kitchen, dining room and lounge area are open plan but configured in an ‘L’ shape. This living area is decorated to a high standard and the kitchen has modern units and appliances. This private accommodation has its own private access to rear of the house which leads to a private rear garden. There is an area of decking with stunning views over to Loch Alsh.

Location:

9-1-4 Outdoor is a modern and attractive retail outlet with most comfortable accommodation situated in an outstanding location with uninterrupted views to Eilean Donan Castle across the waters of Loch Duich.
The A87 is a busy main trunk road leading to the Isle of Skye directly passes the shop.
The terrain around this business is some of the most magnificent scenery found anywhere in the U.K., with the area reading like a Who’s Who of famous and magical places. The waters around Dornie, enhanced by the spectacular back-drop of Eilean Donan Castle, provide great sport for sea kayakers and other water sport enthusiasts.
DIRECTIONS
Inverness 73 Miles, Kyle of Lochalsh 8 Miles, Eilean Donan 1 Mile.

Premises details:

The Property
Of timber frame and block modern construction, 9-1-4 Outdoor is an attractive detached single storey property built in 1981.

Retail Unit
The Shop is well sign-posted and is easily recognisable to passing visitors. Entry is via a single wooden door which leads to an entrance vestibule. To the left is a single customer and staff W.C. which is compact but well presented. Through a secondary door is a short corridor that leads to the main shop. The décor and floor is mainly of wood, as is the feature sales counter, giving the Shop a warm and welcoming ambience.

Business Operation

Reasons for selling:

The owners wish to pursue other interests.

Trading hours:

Open all year.

Other information

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