Ref: 177202 EPC Rating: G The View Restaurant Exterior Summary New Creelers Restaurant/Bistro A unique opportunity to operate a popular restaurant business on the Isle of Skye, located in the former island capital of Broadford Lower Harrapool, Broadford and sitting above the main A87 to and from Skye Bridge with Isle of Skye IV49 9AE stunning views over the Inner Sound and Pabay Island. Leasehold Price – Offers over £35,000 Situation Freehold Available The property is positioned North West facing above the main A87 road which runs the length and breadth of the island close to the Skye Bridge (7 miles away) and en-route to Portree. Positioned close to the Primary school, amongst other residential properties, with nearby Village Hall, Camping Sites and other self-catering and catering establishments. Popular Island Restaurant/Bistro The Isle of Skye is a well frequented Western Isle given the ease Stunning views over Inner Sound of access over the Skye Bridge and proximity to so many tourist 30 Cover French Bistro attractions. Given it can be reached in one day and back from all the major cities in Scotland it is a popular destination. NIA c75 sq. m detached building Full Premises Licence/Class 3 Consent Pavement Licence and Parking www.therestaurantagency.com TEL: 0131 441 2663 Description Tenure The premises occupy a single storey detached building all formed Leasehold. A new lease offering 5 or 10 years is on offer at a under a pitched and tiled roof (recently re-done along with the roof starting rent of £18k per annum. Our client would also consider of the outhouse/storage room to the rear). This single storey business offers on a freehold basis. premises enjoy a double frontage with stunning North facing views over the Inner Sound and neighbouring islands. Recently re-painted Licence and with new signage and lighting it also has dedicated parking for up to 5 cars and 1 disabled space (on street parking nearby too). We advise that the premises benefit from a full 7-day Premises This is a relatively low-cost unit to run with a restaurant/take-away Licence from 12 noon til 11pm daily granted by the Highland options both inside and outside and a good-sized commercial Licensing Board. There is a Pavement Licence for outside and kitchen with full ventilation and mixed fuel services. allows up to 8 people to sit outside. Internal Details Trading Hours Accessed via single glazed doorway (outer storm doors) directly Currently into the main sales area split into two fairly straight forward dining Tuesday – Sunday 11am -10pm areas each with a panoramic window and hosting a total of 30 Monday – Closed covers. There is central welcome/servery desk, (kitchen behind) and separate ladies/gents’ toilets off to one side. The gross internal The business can trade from 7.30am in the morning til midday area amounts to over 75 sq. m (800 sq. ft) including service areas, without the sale of alcohol 7 days a week if required. kitchen and storage. The unit is traditional in layout with a mix of freestanding tables Rates and chairs. Given the times we are in there are portable Covid We are advised by the Highlands and Western Isles Joint Valuation Screens between each table, personal pictures and lighting is Board that the Rateable Value for the premises as a Licensed provided in the main by drop lights and wall mounted lighting, Restaurant as at 1 April 2017 was £8,000 per annum. Rates payable with lights on the exterior. therefore at present are zero payable as the value allows small business relief to apply. Services The business benefits from full mains water, LPG gas (tank behind the premises) central heating, electricity (recently upgraded) and drainage. Price Offers over £35,000 are sought for the leasehold going concern. All fixtures and fittings therein are included with the exception of items of a personal nature. Commercial Kitchen A well-sized commercial kitchen to the rear and accessed from the main dining room and side access (deliveries). It has been recently Restaurant refurbished with new floor coverings, and both gas (LPG) 6 ring burner and extraction system, deep fat fryer, hot plate, pasta cooker, oven (for bread) prep areas and refrigeration. There is a new walk-in chill accessed from the main dining area adjacent to the kitchen. With a separate dish wash area and good lighting and non-slip flooring and separate glass and dish washers. The Business Our client only took over the business in late 2019 and has spent much of the recent lockdown improving the fabric of the building through much upgrading of the previous facilities. He has however Viewing decided now to lease out the premises and move on. The business has been supplying a take-away menu during 2020 and now with No direct approach may be made to the premises as staff lesser restrictions in place is opening up again for business. With a are presently unaware of the sale. All appointments therefore French twist on seafood and steak all the food is fresh and locally should be made via the agent, The Restaurant Agency. sourced. It has good social media reviews. Please contact Alan Goldie on 07850 161373 or 0131 441 2663 for arrangements or click on Trading Information viewing button on our website. The business was acquired just prior to lockdown. We have Alternatively email [email protected] previous owners accounts as a guide to performance available to interested parties after viewing or with our client’s consent. Date of Publication – June 2021 Disclaimer. The Restaurant Agency advises that these sales particulars are set out as a general guide to the property or business to assist a prospective purchaser or tenant and are intended for people familiar with commercial property transactions. We recommend taking independent business advice before proceeding with any purchase. Details are given without any responsibility and any intending purchasers or tenants or third parties should not rely on these as statements or representations of fact, but must satisfy themselves via inspection or otherwise as to their correctness. Dimensions where given are approximate and any financial statements are provided on behalf of the client by The Restaurant Agency who cannot therefore offer any guarantee of their accuracy and accordingly shall not be liable for any loss incurred from any omissions. No person in the employment of The Restaurant Agency has any authority to make any representation or warranty whatever in relation to this property..