Macduff Road, Banff, AB45

A Rare Coastal Business Opportunity in Gardenstown

Edgehill Stores – A Coastal Business with Exceptional Lifestyle Appeal
In the heart of the stunning coastal village of Gardenstown, Edgehill Stores offers a rare opportunity to acquire an established and much admired business in one of Aberdeenshire's most picturesque settings. With dramatic cliffs, winding lanes and a warm, year round community, this is a purchase that blends commercial potential with an enviable coastal lifestyle.

A Cherished Village Presence
Edgehill Stores has long been a welcoming focal point for residents, holidaymakers and day visitors. Its inviting atmosphere and curated selection of everyday essentials, local produce and thoughtful gift items have made it a trusted part of village life.

Elegant, Well Equipped Retail Space
The main shop is generously proportioned and beautifully arranged, featuring quality shelving, display units and essential refrigeration appliances including a deep freeze, tall freezer, open chiller and sliding door chiller. A lottery outlet provides an additional income stream, while the option to introduce alcohol sales (subject to licensing) presents a clear path for future growth.

Versatile Site Features
Fuel forecourt no longer in operation, with tanks and pumps still in situ — offering potential for reinstatement or imaginative repurposing (subject to inspection and consents).

Large wooden clad storeroom complete with toilet and wash hand basin.

Detached outbuilding ideal for conversion into a café, studio, workshop or boutique retail space — perfect for expanding the business into a multi stream destination.

Dedicated bin store positioned conveniently beside the main shop.

A Lifestyle Investment with Room to Flourish
Edgehill Stores is more than a business — it's an opportunity to embrace coastal village living while shaping a thriving enterprise with exceptional potential. Whether expanding the retail offering, developing the outbuildings or introducing new services, the site offers flexibility, charm and endless possibilities.

Location
Perched along one of Aberdeenshire’s most dramatic stretches of coastline, Gardenstown is a place where rugged cliffs, winding lanes and sweeping sea views create a setting that feels both timeless and deeply welcoming. The village curves around its sheltered harbour, offering a postcard perfect blend of colourful cottages, fishing heritage and peaceful coastal living.

A strong year round community gives Gardenstown its heart — friendly, supportive and proud of its unique charm. Residents enjoy coastal walks, wildlife spotting, beach days and the simple pleasure of village life, all while being within easy reach of Banff, Macduff and wider Aberdeenshire amenities.

Edgehill Stores sits right at the centre of this beautiful village, benefiting from steady local footfall, holidaymakers exploring the coast and day visitors drawn to Gardenstown’s character and scenery. It’s a location that offers both lifestyle and opportunity in equal measure.