Bruce & Co. are pleased to announce the sale of Castlebay Post Office, a well run and popular freehold business based in the Isle of Barra,Highland. Being the local sorting office for the island; Castlebay is very heavily relied upon, and supported by the local community. The property holds a prominent position in Castlebay and enjoys wonderful scenic views from almost every angle overKismulCastle, the Isle of Vatersay and Castlebay. The sale of the post office offered potential buyers with a true walk in opportunity to own a profitable business, as well as a large family home.
Castlebay Post Office had been under the care of Mr Macdonald for over twenty years, and was only brought to the market due to health reasons. The post office stocked a range of retail products, including stationary, cards and clothing; making the overall business very lucrative.
The post office occupies a spacious white detached property, and is situated on the ground floor of the building. The shop floor came well organised with a functional service counter, shelving and display stands.
The sale of the business also came with a three bedroom owner’s accommodation. Accessed from the post office itself, a side door leads into the downstairs hallway – which provides access to a ground floor toilet, small lounge area and storage space. The ground floor also houses a kitchen, a dining area and an outdoor patio area. The upper floor of the owner’s accommodation incorporates a large sitting room with scenic views over the bay. The property also benefits from a large floored attic with 6 velux windows, again with views over the North and South of theIsland.
Once on the market, the post office received high notes of interest, and after eight viewings and three offers, the business was successfully sold to Mr and Mrs Dillerstone for £185,000. Mr and Mrs Dillerstone relocated fromNorth Yorkshire.
Mr Dillerstone commented, “I am happy with the way Bruce & Co. handled the purchase and I was kept informed throughout the process.”