Contin Village Stores and 4 Bedroom House , , Contin, Strathpeffer, IV14 9ES
not specified / Retail / General Retail
For Sale
- £495,000.00
Available - Last updated: 16 July 2025
Key Features
Profitable convenience store in the charming village of Contin
Superb roadside trading location benefiting from prominent signage
Set on the popular North Coast 500 tourist route
A truly walk in business opportunity
Excellent home and lifestyle business
Easy to operate business model with retail area extending to 90m²
Highly attractive and modern 4-bed owner’s accommodation
Large double garage with spacious parking
Private garden and decking areas
Grounds extending to circa 0.5 acres
Highlight
Highly profitable convenience store in the charming village of Contin. It is a superb roadside trading location on the NC500 and has the attractive feature of substantial and modern 4-bed owner’s accommodation.
Description
Contin Village Stores is a popular convenience store which benefits from an exceptional roadside trading location. The original building was constructed in the 1950’s and was fully renovated around 2008 giving a present modern feel. The large double garage was added to the property at this point. An extremely appealing feature of the sale is the superb 4-bedrooms owners’ accommodation which is adjoined to the business through a lockable interlinking door to the rear of the shop. The substantial property is set over circa half an acre with mature garden areas to the front and rear.
Internally, the shop, which extends to 90m² contains large refrigerated and freezer display cabinets, and a range of flexible and free-standing display fittings. A spacious sales point with cigarette counter and till, is located to the front of the store which provides an ergonomic focal point for serving customers efficiently. A stock storage room is located to the side of the store and a staff W.C to the rear. There is also ample external secure storage.
Trade
Situated on the hugely popular NC500 route, Contin Stores benefits from a high level of passing trade year-round, with a spike in activity during the main tourist season from April to October. The business generates a strong turnover which results in a commendable level of profitability. Excellent signage highlights the fact that Contin Village Stores is the last stop before reaching Ullapool on the busy A835.
Trade was traditionally driven through grocery and news agency sales; however, this has evolved over recent times to include fresh, hot and cold foods / beverages and tourism merchandise, which together, have proved to be hugely popular with both locals and passers-by. Other items for sale include, but are not limited to, fresh, chilled and frozen grocery items, greeting cards, bakery lines, soft and alcoholic drinks, tobacco, newspapers / magazines and confectionery. The store is also a supplier of LPG gas tanks up to 47kg.
The store provides for the needs of the many visitors to the area and is supported by local residents. Contin Stores is adjacent to Riverside Chalet Campsite and Contin Woods which attract visitors and dog walkers, increasing footfall to the business. There is scope to extend opening hours further, thus increasing profitability.
OPENING HOURS
The business trades:
Monday to Friday 6am –7pm
Saturday 7am–6pm
Sunday 8am– 5pm
With slightly shorter weekend hours during the Winter season.
STAFF
At present, the owner’s work part-time within the store, employing part-time staff to cover the remainder of the shifts. It is conceivable that a new partnership could come in and undertake more of the work, therefore increasing profit further.
Location
The shop is located in the village of Contin, which has also a petrol station, church, hotels, B&Bs, and a campsite next door, together with a range of other facilities. It is approximately 8 miles from the market town of Dingwall, which offers a selection of shops including a 24-hour supermarket, petrol stations, post office, public houses, hotels, restaurants, leisure centre and local schools. There is easy access onto the main trunk road to Inverness City Centre (approximately 18 miles away) which offers a more comprehensive range of amenities. Bus services run to Dingwall and Inverness. Contin offers fantastic attractions for nature lovers, with Rogie falls, Ben Wyvis and Achilty Forest within close proximity.
The shop is ideally located on the hugely popular NC500 tourist route which is massively used by holiday makers to explore the Scottish Highlands. This also has excellent access to the beautiful West Coast, Plockton, Inverewe, Ullapool and Gairloch. A 38-mile drive West through magnificent scenery leads to the quaint fishing port of Ullapool, where the ferry departs for Stornoway. Then, just 3 miles away, lies the Victorian spa village of Strathpeffer, complete with an 18-hole golf course. The picturesque village of Contin makes a popular tourist destination today with an abundance of walks and cycle tracks. Fishing, golf and winter field sports are amongst other pursuits attracting guests to this welcoming area. There is salmon fishing available at nearby rivers Conon and Blackwater, and trout fishing available on a number of local lochs. Tourists travel to appreciate the spectacular Highland scenery whilst ornithologists and naturalists can discover a world of birds and wildlife to enjoy. Contin makes a good base for touring, whether in pursuit of a whisky trail, Scottish Castle or a visit to the mysterious Loch Ness.
Accommodation
The Property
The store was originally constructed in the 1950’s, though was completely renovated around 2008 to provide modern and comfortable owners accommodation. The house is constructed with timber frame with rendered blockwork and slate roof. The property is triple glazed throughout and has an oil-fired boiler system. This 1½ storey property has residential elements set over two floors with the retail unit situated on the ground floor only. The property presents well.
Owners Accommodation
One of the sale's most attractive features is the substantial and modern owner’s accommodation. Rarely is such a well presented home available with such an excellent trading opportunity. Access to the owner’s accommodation is gained through a private entrance on the East side of the property. There is also an internal door allowing direct access into the store.
This 4-bedroom home is set over two floors with stunning views to its rear aspects. Upon arrival through the private entrance, there is a fully glazed vestibule area with ample space to store coats and boots. Through a glazed inner door is a spacious hallway wrapped around an open stair, with views up to the balcony situated on the upper floor. The hall provides direct access to all ground floor rooms. It is obvious from entry to the property, that the fixtures and fittings are of an extremely high standard giving a feel of quality throughout.
The ground floor consists of a comfortable family lounge with double-aspect windows, filling the room with a copious amount of natural sunlight and offering stunning views of the garden and distant mountains. From this cozy room, patio doors lead to an attractive decking area.
There is also a bright and spacious kitchen with an island breakfast bar that separates the functional kitchen areas from the dining area. The kitchen has both floor and wall-mounted units, providing ample storage and work surfaces. The appliances, fixtures, and fittings have been modernised Between the kitchen and the store, there is a small hallway with a storage cupboard equipped with a washing machine and tumble dryer. The dining area is set around a large dining table, and the open-plan kitchen/dining area has extensive windows that afford plenty of natural light and views of the front garden.
Also on the ground floor, is the spacious master bedroom, which has built-in fitted wardrobes. Adjacent to the master bedroom is a large family shower room. A second bedroom/study is also located on the ground floor. Off the hallway, lie two large cupboards.
The property possesses an attractive and striking solid wood open staircase which leads from the hall up to the first floor and a further two double bedrooms. The adjoining and spacious landing space is currently configured to an office facility. In addition to the gable windows, roof lights windows are fitted throughout the upstairs, providing bright and airy spaces with views to the countryside.
Terms
Reason For Sale
The current owners purchased the property in 2020 and due to a change in their personal circumstances they now wish to sell this fantastic business and lifestyle opportunity.
Rates / Council Tax
The rateable value of the property is £6,000 (effective from 01 Apr 2023) and benefits from 100% discount under the Small Business Bonus Scheme for eligible businesses. The house has a council tax banding of ‘D’.
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 premises are exceptionally well laid out to support the trading aspects of the business. To the rear of the trading area is a staff W.C. Externally, there is a storage shed for general goods and a yard which stores bottled gas.
The business and home present a substantial property with a large footprint, on a prominent roadside frontage extending to circa 0.5 acre. The shop has parking to the front which would comfortably accommodate 10 cars, offering ample space for LGVs and motorhomes. To the West side of the property is shared access to the local campsite.
The property benefits from mains electricity, water and drainage. All kitchen appliances are electric. Heating is from an oil-fired central heating system. The store has an alarm system and CCTV cameras.
Property Quote Price(s)
| Description | Sale type | Guide price | Price type |
| Contin Village Stores and 4 Bedroom House |
For Sale Freehold
|
£495,000.00
| NA |
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