Opportunity to Run a Well-Established Pub/Restaurant on a Stunning Beach
Graham and Sibbald are delighted to bring to the market The Creagan Inn, Appin for sale. This is a unique opportunity to purchase a freehold pub restaurant in the Highlands a short distance from the Popular town of Oban. The business for sale offers a spectacular Bar and Restaurant with outstanding views across Loch Creran. The Pub for sale is a short drive from Oban benefiting from an abundance of local and tourist trade all year round. The Sale of the Creagan Inn offers the opportunity for new owners to build upon the already established business with a stellar reputation to make it their own.
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Location
Nestled on the scenic shores of Loch Creran, Creagan Inn is a renowned bar and restaurant offering breathtaking views, warm hospitality, and a rich history. Located in the heart of Appin, this unique property is an established favourite for locals and visitors alike, drawn by its exceptional setting, vibrant atmosphere, and delicious food. The area is a tourist mecca being surrounded by picturesque mountains as well as the coastal region along Loch Creran.
The area forms part of the Lynn of Lorn National Scenic Area. The local economy is predominantly based around tourism as well as forestry and fishing. The area is popular with day-trippers as well as overseas visitors, all enjoying the local walking, cycling, sailing, windsurfing, water skiing and pony trekking. There are many tourist attractions nearby including Castle Stalker, The Highland Titles Nature Reserve and Tralee Beach. Day visitors tend to come from Oban to the south and Fort William to the north, although it is not unheard of from people from further afield such as Inverness and Glasgow to visit.
Accommodation
Public Areas
Public bar/dining area (100 covers)
Lounge seating Owner’s accommodation
Management office
Large commercial kitchen
Staff accommodation (3 bedrooms all en-suite)
Ladies, gents and disabled WCs
Biomass boiler and store
Outdoor seating (100 covers)
Retractable canopy over outdoor terrace with heating/lighting
Terms
TRADE The Seasonal Turnover for the business was £331,000.
STAFF TUPE regulations will apply to all members of staff.
LICENCE The Premises is Licensed under the Licensing (Scotland) Act 2005.
SERVICES Mains electricity and mains water are connected to the property. Drainage is to a septic tank. Gas is provided by an LPG tank. In addition, there is a biomass boiler with a RHA grant. There are also solar panels fitted to the property.
ENERGY PERFORMANCE CERTIFICATE The Energy Performance Certificate will be provided upon request.
RATEABLE VALUE Rateable Value is £23,500 (effective date 01/04/2023).
TENURE The Heritable (Scottish equivalent of Freehold) interest of the property is being sold.
Specification
- Enviable Location with Panoramic
- Views Across the Beach and Loch Creran with Development Potential
- A Charming Pub which Benefits from a Large Open Plan Restaurant Space
- Quaint Traditional Features
- Offering a Warm Inviting Atmosphere with a Stellar Reputation
- Expansive Owners Accommodation and Separate Staff Accommodation with Outstanding Views
- Extensive West Facing
- Terrace with Retractable Canopy with Heating and Lighting