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Cameron's Barber Shop, 99-101 Academy Street, Inverness, IV1 1SX

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£280,000

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ASG Commercial, Inverness
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High street retail property for sale

USE CLASSUse class orders: A1 Shops and C3 Dwelling Houses

A1, C3

Key features

  • Well established profitable independent barber shop with flat
  • Located in 'Old Town of Inverness'
  • Iconic 'Gentleman's Barber' brand
  • Spacious 2 bedroom flat
  • Turnkey business
  • Extensive and loyal customer base
  • Positioned perfectly for passing trade
  • Spacious barber floor with backwash and comfortable waiting area
  • Backroom area with kitchen and WC
  • Category B listed building in Conservation area

Description

Cameron's Barber Shop is an iconic establishment located on Academy Street in the 'old town' of Inverness. Academy Street is a key arterial route through the heart of the city and allows the business to benefit from high levels of both pedestrian and vehicular traffic. The vibrant red frontage, complete with a striking showcase window and traditional double half-glazed doors, commands attention. Etched glass bearing the business name adds a touch of vintage charm, perfectly capturing the classic barber shop atmosphere.

The substantial property is set over three stories and is built of red sandstone with a slate roof. While listed in 1970 as a Category B listed building, it is also part of the special architectural and historic interest of Inverness (Riverside) conservation area. Inverness Old Town is a character area within Inverness Conservation Area.

As well as the ground floor barbers shop, a two-bedroom flat is included in the sale. The flat is fully compliant with current letting legislation although it is also ideally situated for a new owners' use.

TRADE
The barber shop offers all the traditional service one would expect including barbering, beard trims, wet shaves and hair washes. The business currently involves the owner and one other self-employed barber. However, the shop is set to accommodate up to 6 barbers chairs.
Whilst profitable, the current owner operates the business at a relaxed pace through choice. This leaves significant potential for growth. Opportunities to increase turnover include extending opening hours, renting additional barber chairs, introducing the sale of male grooming products or offering unisex services such as a hairdressers or nail bar.

THE PROPERTY
The handsome, sandstone property was built in the early 19th century and is set over 3 floors. The ground floor is utilised as the barber's shop and the residential flat occupies both the first and second floors. The barber's shop and flat are entirely separate and have the benefit of independent customer access and utility supplies. The shop is defined as 101 Academy Street, and the flat is 99 Academy Street.

Recently the property has undergone maintenance to sympathetically improve the chimney, roof and exterior.

THE BARBERS SHOP
The barbers shop features wooden painted, double saloon doors, each half-glazed to allow light to pass through, complemented by a glass panel above. A large, nearly full-length picture window spans the front, bathing the interior in natural light. Together, these elements create a bright, airy atmosphere that enhances the shop's fresh, clean, and inviting appeal.

As you step inside, you're welcomed into a spacious and thoughtfully designed interior that feels both stylish and inviting. The walls are tastefully half-panelled in rich dark mahogany, beautifully paired with a deep orange upper section that adds warmth and depth. This bold and sophisticated colour scheme flows seamlessly throughout the shop, perfectly capturing the essence of a classic jazz-inspired gentleman's barbershop. Every element including artwork and jazz objet d'art has been carefully chosen to enhance the atmosphere, resulting in a distinctive and characterful space that feels both timeless and contemporary.

As well as the six barber stations, there is a standalone backwash with leather seat and white basin with shower head. The flooring benefits from being water resistant and hardwearing.
Towards the rear of the shop floor a WC (with disabled access) is located to the left. The toilet and wash hand basin are both a serviceable white porcelain and an over sink mirror compliments the room. At the back of the ground floor, is the kitchen area with sink, microwave, fridge, kitchen cupboards and room for a seat.

From the kitchen there are steps up to a serviceable office. The office is L shaped with ample room for a desk and associated storage.

THE FLAT
This charming two-bedroom flat spans the first and second floors, with a private entrance located on the ground floor. Offering a generous floor area of 84m², the home is thoughtfully laid out for comfortable living.

Upon entry, a carpeted staircase leads to the first-floor landing, which provides access to a spacious lounge, a well-equipped kitchen, and a convenient storage cupboard.

The lounge is bright and inviting, decorated in neutral tones with a matching self-coloured carpet. This generously sized room features two large windows that allow natural light to flood the space. Elegant cornicing, along with stylish wall and ceiling lights, add character and charm, while two CH radiators ensure warmth and comfort.

The kitchen is also spacious, boasting ample fitted storage, a gas hob, and an electric oven. Twin windows enhance the space, offering both light and a pleasant outlook.

A further staircase leads to the top floor, where there are two well-proportioned double bedrooms and a modern bathroom.

The property is currently let under a Private Residential Tenancy agreement, and therefore, interior photographs are not available at this time.

GROUNDS
To the rear of the property is a shared access yard.

STAFF
Currently the business is operated by the owner and one other self-employed barber who rents a chair. The shop is closed on a Monday.

REASON FOR SALE
Having established Cameron's Barber Shop as a well-known and successful business, it is the owner's desire to retire that brings this opportunity to the market.

LOCATION
The Scottish Highlands and Islands' commercial and administrative hub, Inverness, also referred to as the "Capital of the Highlands," is located roughly 156 miles north of Edinburgh, 168 miles north of Glasgow, and 105 miles west of Aberdeen. With a population of around 47,000 and the largest catchment area in the UK of around 33,000 square miles, which includes a catchment population of about 350,000, the city is among the fastest growing in the country.

Inverness is the start of the well-known North Coast 500 route, the city is considered as the gateway to the Highlands and is a popular tourist destination, especially in the summer.
Inverness enjoys good transportation connections to Europe, the UK, and the remainder of Scotland. Inverness is connected to Perth, Edinburgh, and Glasgow via the A9 trunk road, and Inverness Rail Station offers regular train services to all of the major regional cities in the UK.

Situated merely 9 miles beyond the city limits, Inverness Airport offers frequent flights to major cities in the United Kingdom, along with extra flights to Amsterdam.

SERVICES
The business benefits from mains electricity, water, and drainage. Central heating is provided via a mains gas fired central heating system with point of use electric hot water units in the kitchen and toilets. The shop and flat have separate utility supplies and gas combi boilers.

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Cameron's Barber Shop, 99-101 Academy Street, Inverness, IV1 1SX

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  • Inverness Station0.2 miles

About ASG Commercial, Inverness

17 Kenneth Street Inverness IV3 5NR

SG Commercial is widely regarded as the market leader in the Highlands of Scotland for Commercial Estate Agency. Our passion for maintaining the highest standards of quality and integrity in our day-to-day activities, plus our reputation for determined professionalism in all that we do, enables us to build up a relationship based on trust with our clients and to gain the respect of allied professions within our industry.

As a fully established Commercial Estate Agency we bring together traditional values of personal service whilst drawing on our expertise in E-commerce to utilise modern technologies to maximise our effectiveness in the sale or lease of your property. Our team draws on over 60 years working within the hospitality and retail business sectors either operating businesses or in the marketing and selling of commercial properties.

We are experienced in business transfers covering a wide spectrum of business types. We offer specialist sales and business advice focusing on the hospitality and retail sectors but are equally capable of selling any business within our geographical area of operation. Having developed many business relationships within the finance sector, accountancy, surveying and legal services, we are able to bring a broad range of advice and services directly to you whatever your requirements might be; we are truely a one-stop agency.

As the leading Commercial Estate Agent within the Highlands, we have an enviable track record in concluding business transfers. Our highly qualified team is here to help you sell or buy a business. Our aim is to provide a premier service to our clients with the maximum of support and the minimum of stress.

ASG Commercial is widely regarded as the market leader in the Highlands of Scotland for Commercial Estate Agency. Our passion for maintaining the highest standards of quality and integrity in our day-to-day activities, plus our reputation for determined professionalism in all that we do, enables us to build up a relationship based on trust with our clients and to gain the respect of allied professions within our industry.

As a fully established Commercial Estate Agency we bring together traditional values of personal service whilst drawing on our expertise in E-commerce to utilise modern technologies to maximise our effectiveness in the sale or lease of your property. Our team draws on over 60 years working within the hospitality and retail business sectors either operating businesses or in the marketing and selling of commercial properties.

We are experienced in business transfers covering a wide spectrum of business types. We offer specialist sales and business advice focusing on the hospitality and retail sectors but are equally capable of selling any business within our geographical area of operation. Having developed many business relationships within the finance sector, accountancy, surveying and legal services, we are able to bring a broad range of advice and services directly to you whatever your requirements might be; we are truely a one-stop agency.

As the leading Commercial Estate Agent within the Highlands, we have an enviable track record in concluding business transfers. Our highly qualified team is here to help you sell or buy a business. Our aim is to provide a premier service to our clients with the maximum of support and the minimum of stress.

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