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Inchree Chalets, Onich Offers Over INCHREE CHALETS, ONICH, £575,000 (Freehold) FORT WILLIAM, PH33 6SE Substantial purpose built holiday lodge business on the North West Coast of Scotland set between the thriving town of Fort William and spectacular Glencoe just off the arterial A82 Established business trading on a year- round basis within a highly popular tourist area providing an appealing lifestyle trading opportunity Prominent trading location within an elevated tranquil coastal setting overlooking Loch Linnhe towards Mull and the Morven and Ardgour Mountains 9 chalets; 5 A-frame lodges plus 4 semi- detached chalets; well-presented, fully equipped kitchen/lounge/dining room and 2 or 3 bedrooms plus family bathroom 4 static caravans presently used for staff accommodation plus further development potential to build further chalets STPP DESCRIPTION Only by viewing this substantial property can one appreciate the absolute beauty of the location of this attractive chalet business. Inchree Chalets is a purpose built and well-established holiday letting business trading to a high level with strong occupancy rates. The business was built and developed by the current owner who has been trading for over 30 years. The site comprises of 9 holiday chalets comprising of 5 detached ‘A’ frame cottages plus 4 cottages set to a semi-detached configuration. In addition there are a number of ancillary buildings housing a laundry, workshop and general storage. The site also has 4 static caravans which are primarily used as staff accommodation but new owners could bring some of these into use as letting or family accommodation as required. The extensive grounds provide scope to build out further units if so desired. Each chalet boasts ample parking and surrounding amenity ground, allowing guests to relax and take in the panoramic views overlooking Loch Linnhe, with the surrounding Mountains of Morven & Ardgour framing a stunning setting. The site with its elevated position benefits from tremendous views along the stunning and rugged shoreline for which the West Coast is renowned. The lodges are furnished and decorated to a good standard, offering a pleasant degree of comfort. The standardisation of the chalets makes for ease of business operation being a less labour intensive business than a B&B / hotel business which are required to be turned over on a daily basis. The chalet business forms part of a larger site which is also for sale and includes 14 further letting rooms, a licensed restaurant and a separate accommodation / meeting block which would be ideal as owner’s accommodation. Further details are available from selling agents ASG Commercial upon request. It is the intention of the current owners to retire that brings this attractive business and development opportunity to the market. TRADE This is a successful and sustainable business opportunity benefiting from a high level of repeat custom. Situated in a strong trading area, this well-performing business represents a sound level of return on investment. The majority of the trade is generated between April and October offering an easy-to-operate lifestyle operation. This venture would ideally suit first-time operators who could bring their flair, imagination and energy to the business to take Inchree Chalets to the next level. The business utilises a wide range of marketing options which maximises occupancy uptake. Online bookings are taken via their own highly effective website (www.inchree.co.uk) and also via the 3rd party website booking.com to provide wider market exposure. The business attracts a varied range of customers throughout Mountain biking is also a favoured past-time with the Nevis Range the year including winter mountaineers and ski enthusiasts. The and the surrounding area of Lochaber which boast a large number site is almost equidistant from both the Ben Nevis and Glencoe of mountain bike trails, from cross country trails and white-knuckle mountain ranges. downhills to relaxing forest trails, suiting every level of experienced riders. There are many places of historical interest one being the The owners operate a flexible booking system allowing for both Glenfinnan Monument, at the head of Loch Shiel, which was short-term stays and longer holiday lets. The former, which erected in 1815 in tribute to the Jacobite clansmen who supported includes one-night stays, offers a higher level of income but the cause of Prince Charles Edward Stuart. Another is Glen Coe generates a greater workload. Likewise the site can accommodate where the massacre of Glencoe took place in the early hours of 13 groups, families, couples and lone travellers. February 1692. LOCATION The coastal location supports sea-fishing, sailing and kayaking, with Inchree Chalets and the 4 Seasons Restaurant are located just off the area also being a renowned fishing location (sea, loch & river). the A82 along a shared road to the site entrance. The properties The wide range of birdlife and animals roaming wild are a great are well positioned to offer an excellent base to explore the attraction. The hamlet of Inchree is close to the village of Onich and Highlands and benefit from being just 20 minutes from both the benefits from services including a hotel, grocer shop, garage and Nevis Range & Glencoe Ski areas. The West Coast of Scotland a full range of social and welfare facilities in Fort William, 8 miles is famous for its spectacular countryside, rugged mountains, away. Primary schooling is available in Onich and both primary/ stunning coastline and beautiful beaches. The idyllic scenery and secondary schooling is available in Fort William. The chalets are open spaces combine to make the area highly popular with those located adjacent to the Glenrigh Forest and are a 15-minute walk seeking a relaxing holiday in the Scottish Highlands. The area is from the popular & impressive Inchree Waterfalls. renowned for its outdoor activities and there are Munro’s aplenty on the doorstep plus many more leisurely walks close by. The THE PROPERTY Ardnamurchan peninsula offers some of the most rugged and The chalets are signposted from the A82; access is via a breathtaking scenery on offer and is accessed from the Corran tarmac road leading to an open plan site. Of timber and block Ferry minutes from the business. Ben Nevis and Glen Coe are construction, the chalets age from 30 years old with the ‘A’ framed two of the major mountaineering centres in Scotland. Close to lodges having tiled roofs and the semi-detached chalets flat roofs. Inchree is the 5-Star visitor attraction, The National Ice Climbing The Lodges have good separation providing for privacy, parking and Centre which is one of the UK’s premier mountain activity centres. plenty of communal amenity space. DESCRIPTION The nine chalets are configured as follows: Four ‘A’ framed chalets have 3 bedrooms sleeping up to six people. The rooms are configured to 2 twins on the first floor and 1 double on the ground floor. One 3-bedroom ‘A’ frame chalet to sleep up to 4 persons with two single bedrooms on the first floor and 1 double downstairs. Four two-bedroom / four-berth, (1 twin, 1 double.) units, configured to two semi-detached buildings over one floor. Each chalet is accessed into a hallway leading to the lounge/dining/ kitchen area. The rooms benefit from a comfortable standard of décor and furnishings. The chalets have a sensible range of facilities to make any stay enjoyable and relaxing. The kitchen is equipped with a fridge/freezer, microwave, kettle, toaster and 4-ring cooker/oven. The first floor sleeping accommodation in some lodges is via a steep set of steps and would not be suitable for young children or disabled guests. However, each chalet has bedroom accommodation on the ground floor ideal for those who are less able. The bathrooms have a white suite comprising of a bath with shower over, WC and wash-hand basin. They also benefit from tiled walls, heater, vented extract fan and vinyl floor covering. A self-service laundry for guests is adjacent to the chalets, with commercial washer and dryer. STAFF ACCOMMODATION On site there are presently 4 static caravans which are currently used as a staff accommodation. These could be used as owner’s accommodation or further income generating accommodation as required. GROUNDS The site is accessed by a gravel road leading to parking adjacent to each unit. Paths to the chalets are laid to slabs. The site has ample recreational ground and plenty of ancillary buildings including a laundry, drying room, bike storage shed and general storage. There is also a workshop and wood store. DEVELOPMENT The site has significant potential to accommodate further lodge development. SERVICES Mains electricity, water and drainage, the chalets have electric heating. The property is mainly double glazed. The entire site is Wi-Fi enabled via a professionally-installed system which offers guests free and reliable internet access. HOTELS GUESTHOUSES LICENSED RETAIL OFFICES INDUSTRIAL TRADE appropriate introduction. We have access to a large team of legal experts who can act in all legal matters arising. Full trading figures will be presented post viewing. UNITS WEBSITE DIRECTIONS Inchree is situated 8 miles south of Fort William and www.inchree.co.uk 7 miles north of Glencoe, at the north end of Onich village. The property is well-sign posted off the A82 (See PRICE map insert). Offers over £575,000 are invited for the heritable property complete with goodwill and trade contents 17 Kenneth Street (according to inventory). VIEWING All appointments to view must be made through the Inverness EPC RATING vendors selling agents: IV3 5NR The EPC ratings for the chalets are ‘tbc’. ASG Commercial Ltd Telephone Tel: 01463 714757, RATEABLE VALUE 17 Kenneth Street, Inverness, IV3 5NR 01463 714757 The rateable value of the property will need to be Mob: 07799 896931 (Paul Hart) reassessed by the Highland & Western Isles, Valuation Mob: 07557 785879 (Jackie MacGregor) Joint Board, Moray House, 16/18 Bank Street, Inverness, E: [email protected] IV1 1QY.
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