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The Pillar Box, Whiting Bay, Isle of Arran, North Ayrshire, KA27 8PS

Key features

  • Exceptional beachside retail opportunity
  • Truly unique trading position with uninterrupted coastal outlooks
  • Detached, single-storey retail unit currently operating as a Post Office
  • Bright retail space with Post Office counter
  • Useful storage area and cloakroom/WC facilities
  • Parking area to the side

Description

Set against the sweeping shoreline of Whiting Bay, this exceptional beachside retail opportunity on the Isle of Arran offers a rare chance to acquire a truly unique trading position with uninterrupted coastal outlooks across the Firth of Clyde.

Occupying a prime, front-line setting quite literally on the beach, the property enjoys a remarkable sense of openness, with panoramic 180-degree views encompassing the water, the dramatic coastline and the striking silhouette of Holy Isle. Opportunities of this nature are seldom available, combining commercial potential with an enviable lifestyle proposition.

The property comprises a detached, single-storey retail unit, currently operating as a Post Office, general store and pet supplies outlet, serving both the local community and visiting tourists. The accommodation is well arranged and includes a bright retail space with Post Office counter, supported by a useful storage area and cloakroom/WC facilities. Externally, a parking area to the side further enhances the setting, offering scope for outdoor use or potential extension, subject to the necessary consents.

The flexibility of the property is a key feature. There is clear potential to continue the existing business or pursue alternative commercial or residential uses (subject to planning permission), presenting an appealing proposition for owner-occupiers, investors or lifestyle purchasers seeking a coastal retreat with income potential.

The property is offered on a freehold (feuhold) basis and represents a compelling opportunity to acquire a landmark coastal position with significant potential in one of Scotland's most picturesque island settings.

Services
We are advised that all mains water, electricity and drainage are connected. There is no mains gas on the island.

Trading Figures
Trading information can be supplied after a viewing has been conducted and interest formally noted via lawyer.

Rateable Value
According to the current rateable value is £3,450.00. The business is exempt from paying rates.

EPC
A copy of the Energy Performance Certificate is available upon request.

Location

Whiting Bay itself is widely regarded as one of Arran's most desirable villages, offering a vibrant yet relaxed coastal environment with a strong sense of community. A range of amenities are available locally, including cafés, restaurants, a pharmacy, golf course and artisan outlets, while excellent transport links via regular ferry services connect the island to the mainland.

Often described as "Scotland in miniature", the Isle of Arran is renowned for its outstanding natural beauty, diverse landscapes and exceptional quality of life. From coastal walks and forest trails to golf, fishing and wildlife, the island offers a wealth of outdoor pursuits, alongside a celebrated food and drink scene and excellent local services.
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The Pillar Box, Whiting Bay, Isle of Arran, North Ayrshire, KA27 8PS

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Affordability

Monthly repayments£652
Property: £ 130,000
Deposit: £ 13,000
Interest rate: 5.33%
Term: 30 years
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