DESCRIPTION
JJ’s Hardware is a thriving hardware business occupying a prominent central location within Kyle of Lochalsh. The business operates from a detached building comprising of a ground floor retail sales area with upper floor storage and office accommodation. An established delivery service is included in the sale.
The business enjoys an excellent trading position serving both the local community and the Isle of Skye visitor market and is situated beside complementary businesses.
REASON FOR SALE
The business is offered for sale due to the owners’ retirement from the industry and their intention to pursue other business interests.
TRADE
The business trades profitably with a wide range of everyday DIY essentials together with key cutting and paint mixing services. Additional product lines include plants, seeds, compost, gardening equipment, fuels, and a selection of tourist items including maps and visitor essentials, providing a diverse income stream from both local and visitor trade. Currently the business operates 5 ½ days per week, closing on Saturday afternoon and all day Sunday. This offers an opportunity to a purchaser seeking to increase turnover and profitability.
LOCATION
Located in the heart of Kyle of Lochalsh, this business benefits from a prominent position at the gateway to the Isle of Skye, attracting a steady flow of tourists, commuters, and local trade throughout the year. The area is well known for its stunning coastal scenery, strong tourism economy, and excellent transport links via road, rail, and nearby ferry connections. With high visitor numbers during peak seasons and a supportive local community, Kyle of Lochalsh offers an excellent setting for an established business or new commercial venture.
THE PROPERTY
The property is a detached building with a slate roof and freshly painted harled walls. The ground floor offers a retail sales area with extensive frontage, including a triple display window, separate entrance, and excellent natural light. A rear extension provides a dedicated paint shop, while Velux windows serve the upper floor.
The accommodation extends to approximately 210m², comprising ground floor retail space with stores and staff facilities, plus attic storage and office space above.
THE RETAIL UNIT
Ground Floor
The ground floor comprises a spacious retail sales area with excellent frontage, featuring a large triple full-length display window, separate customer entrance door, and additional window, providing strong visibility and natural light. The layout includes multiple aisles with shelving, a stairway to the upper floor, and WC facilities. To the rear is an extension housing the paint shop, together with ancillary store rooms and a kitchenette.
Attic Floor
The attic floor provides additional accommodation comprising overflow stock storage, an office area, and extensive storage within the eaves.
SERVICES
The property benefits from mains electricity, water and drainage.
EPC RATING
The EPC rating for the property is ‘TBC’
ACCOUNTS
Full accounting information will be made available to interested parties subsequent to viewing.
TITLE NUMBER
The title number for the property is ROS11205
PRICE
Offers Over £365,000 are invited for the heritable property complete with goodwill and trade contents (according to inventory), excluding personal items. Stock at valuation.
OFFERS
All offers should be submitted in writing. Purchasers should register their interest if they wish to be advised of a closing date, should one be set.
GROUNDS
The front of the property provides external space suitable for bulky item display, together with a coal shed and areas for plant displays. To the side of the building there is additional space allocated for bin storage.
Customer parking is available nearby the shop with a loading bay directly across the road.
