Property description
A rare opportunity to take over a well established business on the banks of Loch Long in the coastal village of Blairmore, near Dunoon. Set in a stunning shore-side location, Gallimaufry, also known as Blairmore Gallery, is a busy Fairtrade coffee shop, art gallery and gift shop all rolled into one, popular with locals and visitors alike. Gallimaufry is enrolled in Visit Scotland Quality Assurance scheme and rated as 4* following another successful inspection visit last year. This would be an ideal venture for someone looking to change career or move to this beautiful part of the world and take over a ready-made business.
The picturesque village of Blairmore is set on the shores of Loch Long and boasts a few small independent shops and a recently restored pier at which the world famous paddle steamer ‘PS Waverley’ berths. The area is perfect for hill walking, is surrounded by natural beauty and is well served with a marina, sailing, golf and bowling clubs, a post office / mini market, hotels, pub, medical centre, churches and a fantastic, award winning, primary school. A regular bus service ensures that the neighbouring villages of Strone, Kilmun and Ardentinny, as well as Dunoon, are easily accessible. In addition, there are two ferries to Gourock with rail and coach links meaning that Glasgow city centre is little more than an hour away, with Glasgow Airport, Braehead Shopping Centre and Greenock even closer.
Directions
The property is located directly across from Blairmore Pier.
Gallery / Coffee Shop (Area 1)
5.89m x 5.34m
Wooden storm doors open to further uPVC doors which lead to the main body of the property. This section has room for table and chairs as well as a plethora of arts, crafts and gifts with the walls adorned with some beautiful works of art which are all available for purchase. The main counter is in this room and it leads directly to the kitchen. Large front facing windows make the most of the stunning sea and landscape vista on offer.
Gallery / Coffee Shop (Area 2)
3.51m x 5.34m
An archway from the main body leads to the second seating section where further paintings, arts and crafts are on display and available for purchase. An electric stove enhances the cosiness of the room. Also sea facing with glorious views. The toilets can be accessed from this section of the coffee shop.
Kitchen / Office
5.18m x 3.17m
The immaculate kitchen is well proportioned and benefits by having plenty of worktops, storage and shelving. Windows to the rear, strip lighting, vinyl flooring and ample space for white goods. Direct access to the main body of the shop.
Toilets
A small corridor provides access to both the ladies’ and gents’ toilets. Both cloakrooms consist of WC, wash-hand basin, laminate flooring, extractor, grab rail, mirror, towel dispenser and ceiling light.
Misc.
All kitchen equipment and white goods will be included in the sale.
All tables and chairs in the coffee shop will be included in the sale.
The paintings are not included in the sale.
All stock is negotiable.
Turnover and profit details are available on request.
The ‘Old Bakehouse’ at the rear of the property is also available as a separate sale.
Property Features :
- Coffee Shop, Art Gallery, Local Crafts and Gift Shop
- Visit Scotland 4* Rating
- Stunning Shore-side Location
- Freehold Premises
- Good Decorative Condition