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Halladale Inn and North Coast Touring Park, Melvich, Thurso, KW14 7YJ
A rare opportunity to acquire a characterful Highland inn and established tourism business, offering multiple income streams and exciting scope for future growth.
Street Address
Halladale Inn and North Coast Touring Park, Melvich, Thurso, KW14 7YJ
Price
Offers over
£685,000
Property Type
Commercial Property
Property Reference
MFL2253064
Set amidst the spectacular coastal scenery of Sutherland, The Halladale Inn and North Coast Touring Park occupies an enviable position on Scotlands world-famous North Coast 500 route. Combining a traditional licensed inn, restaurant, six-pod glamping village, touring and camping facilities, and an on-site shop, this is a versatile hospitality business with broad appeal to both local customers and visitors exploring the Highlands. With an established reputation, a loyal local following and a diverse range of facilities, the business offers an attractive proposition for an owner-operator or hospitality entrepreneur looking to build on an existing successful operation.
A CHARACTERFUL HIGHLAND INN
Dating back to 1882, The Halladale Inn began life as a traditional crofting house and has been sympathetically modernised to provide approximately 260m² of inviting trading space. The Inn combines rustic Highland character with modern comforts. Exposed oak beams, a wood-burning stove and a distinctive curved wooden bar create a warm, welcoming atmosphere, while the adjoining restaurant enjoys natural light, picturesque views and direct access to a spacious outdoor decking area. The fully licensed bar offers draught beers, ciders, wines and locally produced spirits, including The Halladales own Highland Gin. Breakfast, dinner, speciality coffees, teas, hot chocolate, home baking and takeaway options broaden the offering and provide opportunities to serve a varied customer base. A fully equipped commercial kitchen, accessible facilities and customer toilets complete the restaurant, bar, and cafe operation. The adjoining North Coast Touring Park provides a complementary accommodation business, allowing visitors to enjoy the Inns food, drink and hospitality just steps from their pitch or pod.
SIX GLAMPING PODS
The dedicated Pod Village offers six spacious pods accommodating couples, families and larger groups, with sleeping capacity of up to seven people in selected units. Facilities include heating, TVs, fridges, memory foam mattresses, crockery, cutlery and outdoor seating. The pods occupy their own designated, fenced area, with shared shower and toilet facilities nearby.
TOURING AND CAMPING
The campsite features 20 touring pitches arranged around a central camping green, with electric hook-ups at every touring pitch. Additional electric connections serve tent campers, and an overflow camping area provides further flexibility.
MODERN PARK FACILITIES
A purpose-built timber shower and toilet block serves park visitors, alongside laundry facilities, washing-up areas, freshwater points, chemical waste and grey-water disposal, free Wi-Fi and a childrens play area. Ample free parking serves both the Inn and the park.
ADDITIONAL RETAIL INCOME
The on-site shop stocks everyday groceries, camping essentials, alcohol and tobacco, gifts, souvenirs and locally produced goods. Conveniently positioned to serve both overnight guests and passing visitors, it adds another dimension to the business and enhances the overall visitor experience. The Inn and park are linked by a fully integrated EPOS system, supporting the management of sales across the bar, restaurant and accommodation operation.
OWNERS ACCOMMODATION
The property includes a two-bedroom static caravan measuring approximately 3.7m×10m, with partly wrap-around decking and a fixed shed housing washing machine and tumble dryer. Planning permission was previously granted for a Owner/managers 3-bedroom house, including parking and a turning area, under application reference 18/00650/FUL. The current status and any conditions should be verified by prospective purchasers.
Externally the grounds are attractively maintained, with designated areas for accommodation, parking, and site operations. A shipping container and a wooden shed provide storage for grounds-maintenance equipment. Two touring caravans currently on site are excluded from the sale but may be available by separate negotiation. Currently used for seasonal staff accommodation.
Overall, The Halladale Inn and North Coast Touring Park brings together historic character, established hospitality facilities and diverse accommodation in a sought-after Scottish tourism location. With its combination of licensed premises, restaurant, glamping pods, touring pitches, camping facilities and retail, the business offers multiple complementary income streams and a platform for future development. The business trades seasonally and is described as profitable, with a reported TripAdvisor rating for restaurant of 4.5 Very Good, for the campsite 4.9 Excellent, and an overall Google rating of 4.7 - Excellent.
An exciting opportunity to acquire an established Highland hospitality and tourism business, ideally suited to a hands-on owner-operator seeking an appealing lifestyle opportunity with further commercial potential.
Electricity Supply: SP Energy Networks
Water Supply: Scottish Water
Sewerage: Scottish Water
Broadband / Mobile Coverage: Full 4G coverage, limited 3G and 5G.
A CHARACTERFUL HIGHLAND INN
Dating back to 1882, The Halladale Inn began life as a traditional crofting house and has been sympathetically modernised to provide approximately 260m² of inviting trading space. The Inn combines rustic Highland character with modern comforts. Exposed oak beams, a wood-burning stove and a distinctive curved wooden bar create a warm, welcoming atmosphere, while the adjoining restaurant enjoys natural light, picturesque views and direct access to a spacious outdoor decking area. The fully licensed bar offers draught beers, ciders, wines and locally produced spirits, including The Halladales own Highland Gin. Breakfast, dinner, speciality coffees, teas, hot chocolate, home baking and takeaway options broaden the offering and provide opportunities to serve a varied customer base. A fully equipped commercial kitchen, accessible facilities and customer toilets complete the restaurant, bar, and cafe operation. The adjoining North Coast Touring Park provides a complementary accommodation business, allowing visitors to enjoy the Inns food, drink and hospitality just steps from their pitch or pod.
SIX GLAMPING PODS
The dedicated Pod Village offers six spacious pods accommodating couples, families and larger groups, with sleeping capacity of up to seven people in selected units. Facilities include heating, TVs, fridges, memory foam mattresses, crockery, cutlery and outdoor seating. The pods occupy their own designated, fenced area, with shared shower and toilet facilities nearby.
TOURING AND CAMPING
The campsite features 20 touring pitches arranged around a central camping green, with electric hook-ups at every touring pitch. Additional electric connections serve tent campers, and an overflow camping area provides further flexibility.
MODERN PARK FACILITIES
A purpose-built timber shower and toilet block serves park visitors, alongside laundry facilities, washing-up areas, freshwater points, chemical waste and grey-water disposal, free Wi-Fi and a childrens play area. Ample free parking serves both the Inn and the park.
ADDITIONAL RETAIL INCOME
The on-site shop stocks everyday groceries, camping essentials, alcohol and tobacco, gifts, souvenirs and locally produced goods. Conveniently positioned to serve both overnight guests and passing visitors, it adds another dimension to the business and enhances the overall visitor experience. The Inn and park are linked by a fully integrated EPOS system, supporting the management of sales across the bar, restaurant and accommodation operation.
OWNERS ACCOMMODATION
The property includes a two-bedroom static caravan measuring approximately 3.7m×10m, with partly wrap-around decking and a fixed shed housing washing machine and tumble dryer. Planning permission was previously granted for a Owner/managers 3-bedroom house, including parking and a turning area, under application reference 18/00650/FUL. The current status and any conditions should be verified by prospective purchasers.
Externally the grounds are attractively maintained, with designated areas for accommodation, parking, and site operations. A shipping container and a wooden shed provide storage for grounds-maintenance equipment. Two touring caravans currently on site are excluded from the sale but may be available by separate negotiation. Currently used for seasonal staff accommodation.
Overall, The Halladale Inn and North Coast Touring Park brings together historic character, established hospitality facilities and diverse accommodation in a sought-after Scottish tourism location. With its combination of licensed premises, restaurant, glamping pods, touring pitches, camping facilities and retail, the business offers multiple complementary income streams and a platform for future development. The business trades seasonally and is described as profitable, with a reported TripAdvisor rating for restaurant of 4.5 Very Good, for the campsite 4.9 Excellent, and an overall Google rating of 4.7 - Excellent.
An exciting opportunity to acquire an established Highland hospitality and tourism business, ideally suited to a hands-on owner-operator seeking an appealing lifestyle opportunity with further commercial potential.
Electricity Supply: SP Energy Networks
Water Supply: Scottish Water
Sewerage: Scottish Water
Broadband / Mobile Coverage: Full 4G coverage, limited 3G and 5G.
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