The Bonnie Beastie, 2 Tolbooth Street, Forres, IV36 1PH

The property comprises a substantial detached hospitality premises of traditional construction under a pitched roof, arranged over ground and upper floors.

The Bonnie Beastie has historically traded as a public house/restaurant and offers a versatile layout suitable for a range of licensed leisure or alternative commercial uses, subject to the necessary consents.

The Bonnie Beastie is prominently situated within the attractive town of Forres in Moray, a well regarded and affluent area in the North of Scotland. Forres benefits from strong road links via the A96 connecting Inverness and Aberdeen, together with a railway station offering regular services.

The town is a popular destination for both tourists and local residents, supported by nearby distilleries, golf courses, and coastal attractions.

The surrounding area enjoys a steady footfall driven by tourism, local employment, and residential catchment, making it an established trading location.

Internally, the property is configured to provide bar and seating areas, dining space, customer WC facilities and a fully fitted commercial kitchen.

Ancillary accommodation includes storage rooms, staff areas and service spaces.

The upper parts provide additional accommodation which may be suitable for owner’s usage or potential redevelopment (subject to consents).

The ground floor comprises the main public trading areas including a central bar servery, customer seating areas, dining sections, and kitchen facilities. The layout is functional and adaptable, capable of supporting both wet-led and food-led operations.

The upper floors provide additional accommodation which may include storage areas and former residential or private quarters. These areas offer potential for refurbishment or conversion to enhance income streams, subject to relevant permissions.

Fixtures and fittings may be available by separate negotiation. An inventory can be provided to seriously interested parties upon request.

The Bonnie Beastie represents a rare opportunity to acquire a prominent freehold hospitality asset with vacant possession, allowing an incoming purchaser to reposition or relaunch the business.

The property is suitable for experienced operators, investors, or developers seeking a project within a desirable Highland location.

There are no staff to transfer as part of the sale, with the property being offered with vacant possession.

No trading accounts are available as the business is not currently operating. Interested parties are encouraged to undertake their own due diligence and market appraisal.

The property presents significant development potential, including refurbishment of existing trading areas, reconfiguration of internal layouts, or conversion of upper floors to alternative uses. There may also be scope for full or partial change of use, subject to planning consent.

Interested parties should make their own enquiries with Moray Council Planning Department regarding permitted uses and potential development opportunities.

The property is entered in the Valuation Roll. Interested parties should verify the current Rateable Value and any reliefs available with the local Assessor.

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