Key Features
Long-established Torridon General Store and with 3-bed flat above
Stunning views and prominent village position with year-round footfall
Strong local and tourist trade
Spacious café serving light meals, home baking, ice creams & daily specials
Well-stocked store with groceries, fresh produce & local beers
Additional sales from camping items, maps, and guidebooks
First-floor 3-bedroom flat with independent access
Profitable business with excellent customer ratings and seasonal hours
Supports local makers with maps, crafts & artwork
Commercial kitchen, accessible WCs and ample storage
Scope to expand services, host events, or repurpose the flat
Highlight
Profitable village store and café in a prime Highland location with year-round trade. Groceries, local produce, camping supplies and popular café. Includes commercial kitchen and self-contained 3-bed flat.
Description
Located in the popular west coast village of Torridon with the magnificent mountain, Liathach as a backdrop, this detached property comprises a long-established café and general store at ground floor level, with substantial owner’s accommodation above. Originally operating as a single-storey shop and café, the property was extended by the current owners to include well-appointed, independently accessed residential accommodation, creating a successful owner-occupied business with the advantage of on-site living.
The ground floor features a spacious open-plan layout, accommodating both the café and general store. The café, widely recognised as one of the leading cafés in the area, serves light meals, homemade baked goods, and ice creams and benefits from strong year-round local trade, supplemented by a busy seasonal influx.
The adjoining general store is a key local amenity, offering a comprehensive range of groceries and everyday essentials, including fresh produce, meat, bakery items, and licensed alcohol. The retail offering is further enhanced by locally produced crafts and artwork, Ordnance Survey maps and tourist gifts.
The property occupies a prominent and accessible position within Torridon, a highly regarded destination on Scotland’s west coast renowned for its scenery and outdoor pursuits. The business benefits from sustained tourist footfall throughout the season while continuing to serve as a valued and well-supported facility for the local community.
Trade
The café and shop trade strongly and profitably, benefiting from an established reputation and consistently high levels of custom from both the local community and the substantial seasonal tourist market.
The café offers light bites, home baking and daily specials and enjoys excellent online reviews, with TripAdvisor and Google ratings of 4.7, reflecting its popularity and repeat trade.
The retail element provides a complementary and reliable income stream through the sale of groceries, including wine and beer, fresh fruit and vegetables, and locally themed tourist items, together with peat briquettes, logs and kindling available to order.
The business currently operates Monday to Saturday during the summer season and Tuesday to Saturday in the winter months, with opening hours flexible for adjustment by new owners to suit their goals.
The business has a dedicated website at torridonstoresandcafe.co.uk and also a large following of 1.9K on its Facebook page.
Location
The property occupies a prominent position in the picturesque village of Torridon on Scotland’s west coast, an area renowned for its dramatic scenery, outdoor pursuits, and strong tourist appeal. Torridon serves as a gateway to some of the region’s most popular walking, climbing, and wildlife destinations, attracting visitors throughout the year. The village benefits from a loyal local community and a steady stream of tourists, providing a strong and sustainable customer base for the business. Local amenities include Shieldaig Primary School and Gairloch High School, while the community is supported by the village hall, youth hostel, and community centre with gym facilities, as well as visiting services including a post office and butcher.
Torridon is a vibrant and active community, with groups and activities ranging from wild swimming to whist nights, and the area’s unique geology and natural attractions continue to draw visitors from across Scotland and beyond. Despite its remote location, the village is well-connected, with road links via the A832 and A896 providing access to nearby towns such as Gairloch, Ullapool, and broader transport connections to Inverness and the wider Scottish road network.
Accommodation
The Property
This striking architect designed detached property offers a unique blend of commercial and residential use. The property, initially single storey, was thoughtfully expanded to add a second floor nearly 20 years ago. Featuring a timber exterior with dormer windows, Velux skylights, and distinctive front bay windows, all finished in natural harling with green fascias and timber detailing, the property combines traditional charm with modern efficiency, further enhanced by a slate roof and solar panels.
The ground floor houses a thriving café and general store, whilst a delightful private flat above provides versatile living or letting options. Off-road parking is available to the front, with additional nearby spaces, offering convenience for customers, residents, and staff alike. The ground floor extends to approximately 124 m², with the flat above measuring around 140 m².
Owners Accommodation
The beautifully appointed three-bedroom first-floor flat benefits from independent access via a private staircase to the side of the building.
The accommodation is arranged off a central, bright, entrance hall, featuring wooden flooring, Dordogne oak doors, and neutral décor throughout. A combination of Velux and dormer windows creates a bright, airy feel.
The expansive lounge comfortably accommodates multiple sofas and a six-seat dining table. It benefits from triple-aspect windows and features a wood-burning stove with oak mantle. The front view over looks upper loch Torridon and to the rear via velux there are views of the crags on Liathach. The kitchen is accessed from the lounge and is fitted with floor and wall units, all expected appliances, and benefits from tiled flooring. There is space for a family kitchen table.
The principal bedroom is the largest of the three and features dormer and Velux windows. There is a double second bedroom and a smaller third bedroom, currently used as a study, also both with dormer windows. The property also has a large, modern bathroom with a separate shower cubicle and bath.
Terms
Reason For Sale
The business has been successfully owned, developed, and operated by the current owner since 2009 and is now offered for sale due to retirement.
Rates / Council Tax
The retail unit has a rateable value of £3,250 as at April 2023, property reference number 03/05/029400/7 and benefits from 100% discount under the Small Business Bonus Scheme for eligible businesses. The flat has a council tax band of C, reference number 03/05/029410/0.
Finance and Legal Services
ASG Commercial Ltd is in touch with a variety of different lenders who can provide specialist finance. We will be delighted to discuss your financing requirements with you and make an appropriate introduction where appropriate. We also have many contacts in the legal profession who can assist in all legal matters arising.
Specification
The building benefits from mains electricity, water, and drainage. Bottled LPG is used for cooking within the café. Both the café and the flat are fitted with wood-burning stoves, and the property is further enhanced by underfloor electric heating.