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A Scottish petrol station that turns an annual profit of £170,000 has hit the market. The sale has been described by sellers as a "brilliant opportunity for a buyer looking to make some money". The Kinlochewe Service Station in Wester Ross is currently looking for a new owner at a price of £700,000. The property, which has been open since the 1960s, receives footfall from tourists and commuters. The Highlands garage is located on the world-famous North Coast 500 route. According to sellers, business is highest during the spring and summer months. The area surrounding the property is also noted for its "exceptional mountaineering, hill walking, cycling, photography and fishing opportunities". According to Christie & Co estate agents, the station has a turnover of £956,381 and a gross profit of £178,136. The new owner of the Kinlochewe Service Station will be responsible for the pumps. They will also have access to a three-bed detached bungalow on site, as well as a café that is popular with travellers. A spokesperson for Christie & Co commented: "The business has been in operation since the 1960s and was bought by the current owners in 2016. "Operating as a petrol filling station, the business has changed dramatically over the years of operation. The station has incorporated a caf onsite and due to the popularity of this additional income driver, the interior of the caf has had to be reconfigured to allow for additional preparation areas, thus the inside seating has been relocated to a bespoke 'sitooterie' which can seat 30 people. "It is a great addition to the business and allows 'eat-in' customers as well as 'take away' orders. A rural village in the spectacular Wester Ross region, Kinlochewe has a population of around 70. "The area is world-renowned for its outdoor pursuits including mountaineering, hill walking, cycling, photography and fishing. The village sits on the world-famous North Coast 500 route and as such, the population of the village grows during the spring and summer months." Don't miss the latest news from around Scotland and beyond - sign up to the Scotland Now newsletter here.
