FOR SALE

INVERSNAID BUNKHOUSE, INVERSNAID, ABERFOYLE, , FK8 3TU

OFFERS IN THE REGION OF £550,000 - FREEHOLD SUMMARY INTRODUCTION

• Fantastic lifestyle opportunity trading approximately 80% occupancy for With the mention of and the there can around six months of the year; group bookings ideal for winter market be no question of an immediate recognition and appeal. The Inversnaid Bunkhouse and Top Bunk Bistro, being within 1 mile of the West • Idyllic riverside setting for popular and characterful bunkhouse and Highland Way and the eastern shores of Loch Lomond, ensure a popular restaurant located in a National Park draw not only for the “legions” of walkers who trek the West Highland • Near Loch Lomond and close to famed West Highland Way & Rob Roy’s Cave Way but also other visitors in the locality seeking an informal dining • 21/23 bed spaces + separate 5-bedroom log cabin – Restaurant 40 covers experience in beautiful historic surroundings.

• Trading Profit and Loss accounts for the year ended March 2020 shows Turnover of £238,810 (net) with an adjusted trading profit C £85k. The Inversnaid Bunkhouse and Top Bunk Bistro have been converted

• EPC Ratings – E & G from a 19th century church cleverly retaining some of the original features including stunning stained glass windows and vaulted ceilings, Offers in the region of £550,000 - Freehold with the bunk rooms at ground floor level and the restaurant on the upper floor. More recently added, in 2012, is the separate log cabin which provides a mix of accommodation suitable for letting or for use by owners and/or staff. 2018 saw the further addition of a purpose-built shower block and self-catering kitchen.

Loch Lomond, with its worldwide recognition and reputation, needs no introduction and the Inversnaid Bunkhouse is located to the east, at the north end, of this famed and romantic stretch of water in the heart of the Loch Lomond and National Park. Set amongst the rolling hills of West Stirlingshire, arriving at Inversnaid – where the locale is also well known for its roaming wild feral goats – by car or foot ensures a beautiful journey amongst spectacular Scottish scenery with the Inversnaid Bunkhouse and Top Bunk Bistro – a welcome “oasis”.

With the established business and good profits steadily growing in both revenue and reputation, this offers a wonderful opportunity to investors or owner/operators to acquire a seasoned business and attractive house in an iconic Scottish location.

INVERSNAID BUNKHOUSE, INVERSNAID, ABERFOYLE, STIRLINGSHIRE, FK8 3TU INVERSNAID BUNKHOUSE

The Bunkhouse accommodation is located mainly at the ground floor level of the converted church where there are 7 bedrooms providing up to 23 bed spaces. Also, at ground floor there is a disabled toilet/shower, and recently upgraded unisex toilets, with optional showers for use in the winter block bookings. There is also a useful boot/drying room. There is a further toilet/shower situated on the upper level at the end of the bistro.

TOP BUNK BISTRO

The Bistro Restaurant is located at the first-floor level of the bunkhouse and the restaurant (40 covers) features the church vaulted ceiling and retains stained glass windows. At one end is the main servery and bar area behind which there is the galley kitchen which was renewed and upgraded in 2017.

SERVICE AREAS

At first floor level there is a manager’s office and at lower ground level of the main building is the laundry room.

LOG CABIN

Built in 2012 the log cabin provides the following accommodation. Lower Ground -2 double bedrooms with own entrance currently used as customer accommodation; separate shower with w.c.. Ground Floor – Open plan kitchen/sitting room/dining area with log burning stove. Patio doors to balcony; shower room with w.c. First Floor – 3 bedrooms. (All windows within the log cabin overlook the river). The log cabin has the versatility of being usable for additional holiday letting accommodation. Additionally, the Log cabin can be used for accommodation for staff or owners.

INVERSNAID BUNKHOUSE, INVERSNAID, ABERFOYLE, STIRLINGSHIRE, FK8 3TU SHOWER BLOCK AND SELF-CATERING KITCHEN

Built in 2018, this provides 6 additional showers and 4 hand basins adding greatly to the customer experience. Adjacent is a well-equipped kitchen available for self- caterers and diners.

OTHER

In the basement of the main building there is a laundry room and storage area. A shed is available for gardening equipment and storage. A parking area is available at the front of the main building.

SERVICES

Triple phase electricity supply, private water supply, drainage to a biotec septic tank. Gas is available via propane tank. Internet is available via satellite – however it is our understanding that the area is being upgraded to fixed line connection imminently soon to be followed by fibre optic. Council (Tel: 01786 404040).

OUTSIDE

Alongside the converted church, at the lower ground level, is a hot-tub. The Inversnaid Bunkhouse is set in its own private grounds alongside the public road and there is ample and adequate car parking for visitors. An area of levelled grass between the Bunkhouse and Log Cabin is, on occasion, used for camping purposes.

REFURBISHMENT

An extensive refurbishment was carried out in 2017/18 including new restaurant flooring, updated IT systems and an entire kitchen upgrade.

LIFESTYLE OPPORTUNITY

In addition to West Highland Way walkers, the area has become increasingly popular with tourists, cyclists, and other walkers. The current owners are non- residential. However, the log cabin could easily provide a lovely home in a magnificent location for an owner wishing to live onsite. Rateable value - £18,700

INVERSNAID BUNKHOUSE, INVERSNAID, ABERFOYLE, STIRLINGSHIRE, FK8 3TU LICENCE

Premises Licence.

LISTINGS

STB Bunkhouse Accommodation.

WEBSITE www.inversnaid.com

TRADE

Trading Profit and Loss accounts for the year ended March 2020 shows Turnover of £238,810 (net) with an adjusted trading profit C £85k.

Trading accounts will be made available to genuinely interested purchasers, preferably after viewing.

PRICE

Offers in the region of £550,000 are invited for the “freehold” (heritable feuhold/outright ownership) properties complete with goodwill and trade contents (according to inventory) but excluding personal items. Stock at valuation.

OFFERS

All offers should be submitted to Colliers International with whom purchasers should register their interest.

FINANCE

Colliers International is able to assist prospective purchasers by introducing sources of finance if required. Whilst we do not charge the buyer for this service, we may receive an introductory commission from the vendor or broker involved

INVERSNAID BUNKHOUSE, INVERSNAID, ABERFOYLE, STIRLINGSHIRE, FK8 3TU INVERSNAID BUNKHOUSE, INVERSNAID, ABERFOYLE, STIRLINGSHIRE, FK8 3TU ENERGY PERFORMANCE CERTRIFICATE (EPC) Ratings E&G.

IDENTITY CHECKS In order to comply with anti-money laundering legislation, the successful purchaser will be required to provide certain identification documents. The required documents will be confirmed to and requested from the successful purchaser at the relevant time.

TO VIEW All appointments to view MUST be made through the vendors’ agents who are acting with sole selling rights.

DIRECTIONS Loch Lomond/Inversnaid Pier 0.5 miles: Aberfoyle 14 miles: Stirling 33 miles. From Aberfoyle take the B829, a scenic drive past Loch Aird and on reaching Loch Arklet. Turn left on the road signposted Inversnaid following this road passed the loch and the dam and the Inversnaid Bunkhouse is easily found at the roadside.

Neil Thomson Mobile +44 7920 258226 Email: [email protected]

Property Reference: 307608 SUBJECT TO CONTRACT Disclaimer Colliers International gives notice that these particulars are set out as a general outline only for the guidance of intending Purchasers or Lessees and do not constitute any part of an offer or contract. Details are given without any responsibility and any intending Purchasers, Lessees or Third Party should not rely on them as statements or representations of fact, but must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to the correctness of each of them. No person in the employment of Colliers International has any authority to make any representation or warranty whatsoever in relation to this property. Oct 2020 Colliers International is the licensed trading name of Colliers International Property Advisers UK LLP which is a limited liability partnership registered in England & Wales with registered number OC385143. Registered office: 50 George Street, London, W1U 7GA.

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