* Previously a highly successful retail business in the centre of a thriving town
* Spacious retail space with storage and staff areas
* Only for sale due to retirement
* Incredible lifestyle possibility
_An incredible opportunity to consider a new lifestyle with the potential for
a superb return on investment. _
R&R Urquhart are delighted to bring to the market The Washington; beautifully
presented retail premises occupying arguably the prime position in the High
Street of the popular and busy town of Forres. A large, bright retail space
that would be suited to a wide variety of retail or leisure opportunities on a
thriving High Street.
This iconic shop has been a mainstay of Forres High Street for decades.
Located in the centre of the main shopping street with substantial window
frontage, this versatile space was, until recently, a busy, high - end gifts and
cards shop, also offering newsagency services. The Washington is only for
sale, due to retirement, after over 20 successful, and enjoyable years of
trading. These premises offer a superb lifestyle opportunity for a person or
couple who love the idea of living in a thriving, eclectic town with a wide
range of cultural events and located in a haven for outdoor activities.
Despite the general downturn in recent years of the classic “High Street”,
Forres has fared well, as demonstrated by 6 new shops opening within the last
year. Forres High Street has a wide range of local shops including bakers,
butchers, restaurants, cafes, hairdressers, pharmacies and home stores. The
Washington has continued to thrive over the years, producing an increase in
business over the last 12 months.
In general, the local property market has been extremely buoyant and has
experienced a rapid rise in prices over the last year with a high level of
migration from urban areas, attracted by the outdoor opportunities, temperate
climate, negligible crime rates and good schooling available. With a diverse
population owing to its proximity to the military bases at Kinloss and
Lossiemouth, the Findhorn Foundation and the popular holiday villages of
Findhorn and Hopeman, business is relatively consistent throughout the year,
with a peak over the Christmas period.
_Property_
The property occupies approximately 151m2. This comprises mainly retail space,
with two store areas, a small staff area and a WC to the rear. The retail
space is bright having been entirely renovated in recent years. Wall - to - wall
windows face the front of the property providing incredible shop frontage onto
the central part of the High Street. The shop is fully covered by the
integrated CCTV system and has an alarm. Currently the space is divided into
two areas with two separate doors opening to Forres High Street.
Car parking throughout Forres is free with ample parking available within a
couple of minutes' walk of the shop, along the High Street itself and in the
numerous car parks around the town centre.
_Location_
Forres, a former Royal Burgh, is a beautifully kept town with an active
community and within a few miles of the stunning white beaches that reach from
the lovely coastal village of Findhorn to Burghead. Frequently recognised in
both Britain in Bloom and Scotland in Bloom, the parks and gardens are
meticulously maintained and provide fantastic outdoor spaces to relax. A vast
range of outdoor activities is within easy reach with mountain biking, white
water rafting, sailing, skiing, horse riding and golf to name a few. Set in
the heart of Whisky Country and with multiple award winning golf courses in
close proximity, Forres is a sought after area both to live in and to holiday.
From a schooling perspective there are 3 primary schools and a secondary
school with the Drumduan private school also offering primary and secondary
school education. Gordonstoun is within 13 miles with a daily bus running to
and from the school. Forres is well serviced from a transport point of view
with main road and rail links passing through and being only 19 miles from
Inverness international airport at Dalcross, offering daily flights to London.
Health care facilities are available in Forres, with the hospitals in Elgin
(13 miles) and Inverness (26 miles).
Services: Electricity, Phone
Date of Entry: - early entry available
Viewings: To be arranged through R&R Urquhart, Solicitors and Estate Agents.

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