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More details for 4 The Golden Fry and 4 Bed House, Huntly - Retail for Sale

Bedroom House - 4 The Golden Fry and 4 Bed House

Huntly, AB54 7TD

  • Retail for Sale
  • £180,000
  • 525 sq ft

Huntly Retail for Sale - Aberchirder

The Golden Fry is a popular fish & chip shop and takeaway, with a strong reputation, situated in a prominent trading location with a frontage on to the high street of Aberchirder. The business sale comes with the addition of a four bedroom house. Aberchirder is an 18th Century planned village which is attractive and situated within a rural setting and boasts a population of circa 1200. The village has a feature village square and benefits from its own primary school, library and numerous retail outlets. Local towns of Banff (10 miles) and Huntly (12 miles) provide a wide range of social, economic and welfare facilities. Further afield the village is approximately one hour from Aberdeen and two hours from Inverness. The business is located on Main Street with a prominent frontage and close to other businesses. The Property The property is of traditional stone construction under a slate roof. The property dates from the late Victorian period and is set over three levels. The building hosts the fish and chip shop on the ground floor only, with the living accommodation over 3 floors. Hallway - Partially glazed UPVC door offering natural light. This attractive reception area has original Victorian tiled floor. Off the hallway are doors to lounge and kitchen. Lounge - This generous and well-proportioned room has double aspect windows. The stone fireplace is an attractive feature. Kitchen - Excellent range of modern fitted units, work surfaces and an area for dining table. The kitchen has double windows overlooking the rear aspects. A door leads to the rear hallway / utility area. Rear Hallway - Leading to a further UPVC door, there is an alcove with utility facilities. Stairs - From the front hallway stairs lead to the first and second floors. The wooden balustrade is most attractive. Lounge - This secondary lounge is spacious and has a feature fireplace. Bedroom 1 - Large double bedroom with fitted units. Bathroom - Partially tiled bathroom comprising enamel bath and separate shower unit plus, WC and basin. Reason For Sale The current proprietors have traded the business very successfully within the family for a long period of over 35 years. It is their desire to retire that brings this attractive business and home to the market. Rates / Council Tax The rateable value of the business is £1,900 as at April 2023 and benefit from 100% rates relief under the Small Business Bonus Scheme with a payment liability is nil for eligible owners. The house has a council tax band of D. The business unit and house benefit from mains electricity, water and drainage. Heating and hot water is by way of an oil-fired boiler. The property is double glazed throughout. Security system / CCTV.

Contact:

ASG Commercial

Date on Market:

16/10/2025
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More details for Buchan Saw and Tool Service, Mintlaw - Retail for Sale

Buchan Saw and Tool Service - Buchan Saw and Tool Service

Mintlaw, AB42 4JL

  • Retail for Sale
  • £475,000
  • 5,490 sq ft

Mintlaw Retail for Sale

Buchan Saw and Tool Service is a well-established and profitable business located in the large and expanding village of Mintlaw, just west of Peterhead in the North East of Scotland. Located in Aberdeenshire, Scotland, Mintlaw Station presents a strategic location for business opportunities and industry. Positioned at the crossroads of the A952 and A950, it offers strong transport links to Aberdeen (30 miles south) and Peterhead (13 miles east), Ellon (12 miles south) and Fraserburgh (12 miles north) making it an ideal hub for businesses looking to serve both rural and coastal markets. As a growing village, Mintlaw benefits from a strong local economy, with retail, hospitality, and service industries thriving due to increasing residential developments and a growing population. The village has a steady customer base for small businesses, including cafés, shops, and trades, while its proximity to other towns provides further opportunities in supporting the area’s many food production, seafood processing, logistics and oil and gas/renewables industries The agriculture sector plays a key role in the local economy, with surrounding farmland supporting agribusinesses, machinery sales, and agricultural services. Additionally, Aberdeenshire's energy industry, particularly in offshore oil, gas, and renewable energy - a large renewables infrastructure project is ongoing a few miles to the east -offers indirect opportunities for suppliers, contractors, and tradespeople based in Mintlaw. With affordable commercial property and development space, Mintlaw is an attractive option for entrepreneurs, local businesses, and those looking to invest in industries tied to agriculture, retail, food production, and energy services. As the village continues to expand, so do the opportunities for business growth and investment in this strategically positioned and economically active community. The Property The premises are very well maintained throughout and of mixed construction. The main building is approximately 4 years old and is steel framed with profile metal sheeting. Most of the other buildings are cement block construction with metal roofs. The premises is arranged into well-defined areas which ensures that each arm of the business remains slick and efficient. To the left of the quadrangle, is the most recent addition. This building hosts the main shop and sales area and is spacious with an abundance of display racks and shelving. The shop is light and bright and welcoming for customer to browse and select their purchases. From the large shop, there is a compact office with room for a desk, chair and a tea and coffee preparation station. Through the office is a large and well-ordered stock room. The next adjoining section is occupied by the machinery reception and despatch area with a room behind dedicated to servicing robotic mowers. Beyond that is a separate workshop for servicing petrol machines with a separate saw sharpening room leading off from this. The other end of the quadrangle is filled with the workshop/garage which is rented to a local joinery company. More storage rooms and a WC complete the property. Secure cages for the storage of gas cylinders is located alongside this building. Throughout the whole premises there are several access doors including sliding doors, a large roller door and up and over garage door thus allowing the delivery and collection of equipment. Reason For Sale The owners wish to benefit from their expansion of the business over their 9+ years of ownership and bring this excellent turnkey business to the market. They feel that it is imperative that there is a continuity of service to their loyal customers and are therefore happy to work alongside a new owner in order to achieve a smooth transition and help the business in its future development. The business benefits from 3-phase mains electricity, water and drainage.

Contact:

ASG Commercial

Date on Market:

01/10/2025
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More details for Raemoir Rd, Banchory - Retail for Sale

The Cowshed - Raemoir Rd

Banchory, AB31 5QB

  • Retail for Sale
  • £850,000
  • 17,337 sq ft

Banchory Retail for Sale

The restaurant is truly one of a kind and is situated on the north side of Banchory in famous Royal Deeside. Banchory is an affluent busy community on the River Dee, only some 18 miles from the City of Aberdeen - where there is the International Airport. Deeside increased in popularity in the 19th century courtesy of Prince Albert's purchase of the Balmoral Estate at nearby Ballater, ensuring the continued perennial appeal of Royal Deeside to a myriad of visitors; all of which produces businesses to the local hotels. In addition, of course, Deeside is famed for its field sports, fishing; shooting; stalking; it can give huge benefit to the Cowshed, coupled with the ease of accessibility to Aberdeen. This unique hospitality business offers restaurant, takeaway, ice-cream, functions and weddings, covering almost all aspects of the industry. The Cowshed is a family owned and managed business. Over the years the family have significantly refurbished and upgraded the premises in order to host such a variety of income streams. Previously a chef school, The Cowshed boasts an impressive kitchen which in turn aids the multi-operational business. The availability of The Cowshed offers a new owner the opportunity to operate a multi-income stream hospitality business in an affluent, popular and well known part of Scotland. There is also the opportunity to redevelop due to the substantial size of the property, subject to the necessary planning consents. There is a development plan to build approximately 500 new homes close to the Cowshed, upon completion of the new residential site there is plan for more homes to be built. This increase in residents close to the Cowshed will only enhance the trade, introducing an entirely new set of customers.

Contact:

Graham & Sibbald

Date on Market:

15/09/2025
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More details for 3 Dee St, Banchory - Retail for Sale

3 Dee St

Banchory, AB31 5ST

  • Retail for Sale
  • £150,000
  • 2,069 sq ft

Banchory Retail for Sale

The subject property comprises a substantial leisure unit arranged over ground floor and first floor. The main restaurant area is at ground floor and has 2 lower half levels connected by steps and provides approximately 50 covers. WC facilities are also located at ground floor. The first floor of the property accommodates a fully fitted commercial kitchen which incorporates a dumb waiter to serve the ground floor.

Contact:

Shepherd Chartered Surveyors

Property Subtype:

Restaurant

Date on Market:

29/04/2025
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More details for 51 Broad St, Fraserburgh - Retail for Sale

51 Broad St

Fraserburgh, AB43 9AE

  • Retail for Sale
  • £90,000
  • 1,729 sq ft
  • 24 Hour Access

Fraserburgh Retail for Sale

The subjects comprise of a ground and first floor retail unit, with associated stores within a two-storey building of traditional stone construction, with a pitched slate roof over. The subjects benefit from a single glazed frontage, with pedestrian access gained via a timber framed doorway. Internally, the ground floor provides the main sales/service area, and the first floor provides additional accommodation to provide the occupiers options for storage / staff or office space.

Contact:

Shepherd Chartered Surveyors

Date on Market:

20/02/2025
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More details for 30-32 Bridge St, Ellon - Retail for Sale

30-32 Bridge St

Ellon, AB41 9AA

  • Retail for Sale
  • £600,000
  • 4,431 sq ft

Ellon Retail for Sale

Offers in excess of £600,000 for our client’s interest in the subjects. A purchase at this level would reflect a net initial yield of 11.38% after allowing for purchaser’s costs based on Land and Building Transaction Tax (LBTT). The seven commercial units (known as Units 1 to 7) are situated within an attractive retail parade which is of single-storey construction..

Contact:

Shepherd Chartered Surveyors

Property Subtype:

Shopfront Retail / Office

Date on Market:

14/11/2023
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More details for 10 Margaret St, Stonehaven - Retail for Sale

10 Margaret St

Stonehaven, AB39 2AY

  • Retail for Sale
  • £105,000
  • 586 sq ft
  • 24 Hour Access

Stonehaven Retail for Sale

The available space comprises retail accommodation. Offers in excess of £105,000 are invited for the heritable interest in the property. Each party shall be responsible for their own legal costs associated with this transaction with the tenant being responsible for the cost of LBTT, registration dues and the cost of obtaining landlord’s consent.

Contact:

Shepherd Chartered Surveyors

Property Subtype:

Shopfront

Date on Market:

25/01/2017
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More details for Stoneywood Gate – for Sale

Stoneywood Gate

  • Mixed Types for Sale
  • 3 Properties | Mixed Types

Portfolio of properties for Sale - Aberdeen

The property is located in a prime corner position at the entrance to Stoneywood Business Park, directly adjacent to BP's North Sea HQ. Stoneywood Business Park is approximately five miles north west of Aberdeen city centre. Surrounding occupiers include BP, Dril-Quip, SKF and BHGE. - Consented drive-through and EV Charging scheme - High levels of passing traffic - Site Area - 1.75 acres - Power Supply - 17.3 MW Availability - Mixed use business and residential area

Contacts:

CBRE

Shepherd Chartered Surveyors

Property Subtype:

Mixed Types

Date on Market:

13/03/2025
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More details for 1 Rannes St, Insch - Retail for Sale

Balrownie - 1 Rannes St

Insch, AB52 6JJ

  • Retail for Sale
  • £259,995
  • 1,150 sq ft
  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Smoke Detector

Insch Retail for Sale - Aberdeenshire

The property an attractive single storey property with play area and gardens to the front. The building has large branding and signage on display. Inside, the welcoming reception area leads to two open plan play rooms. There is also a dedicated kitchen, office area, toilet and changing facilities and both rooms have direct access to the outdoor play areas which are also fully equipped. All areas are finished to a high standard with safety and comfort in mind.

Contact:

Blacks Business Brokers

Property Subtype:

Child Care Centres / Nursery

Date on Market:

01/12/2025
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More details for Portlethen Retail Park – Retail for Sale, Portlethen

Portlethen Retail Park

  • Retail for Sale
  • £18,150,000
  • 107,072 sq ft
  • 2 Retail Properties

Portlethen Portfolio of properties for Sale

Instructed to seek offers in excess of £18,150,000 (EIGHTEEN MILLION ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY THOUSAND POUNDS STERLING) exclusive of VAT. A purchase at this level would show an attractive net initial yield of 7.00% after allowing for purchasers’ costs of 6.74% including LBTT (Land Building and Transactions Tax).

Contact:

Sheridan Keane Real Estate Investment

Date on Market:

16/05/2025
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FAQs about Retail property for sale in Aberdeenshire

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How many Retail Property listings are available for sale in Aberdeenshire?
There are currently 26 Retail Properties available for sale near Aberdeenshire. These Aberdeenshire Retail Property listings have an average size of 10,674 sq ft. The largest available listing in Aberdeenshire is 107,072 sq ft. The thriving commercial centre and excellent transport links in Aberdeenshire make it an ideal location for businesses to find suitable Retail Property for sale.
How much does it cost to buy Retail Property in Aberdeenshire?
The average price/SF for Retail Property for sale in Aberdeenshire is about £104. The cost per sq ft for Retail Property in Aberdeenshire ranges from £29 to £386, depending on the location and the size of the property.
What factors could affect the prices of Retail Properties in Aberdeenshire?
Several factors can impact the price of Retail Properties, including the size and location of the property, its net initial yield, and the amenities it offers. Prices currently range from £29 to £386 per square foot. While the average net initial yield for Retail Properties is 8.46%.
What is the largest Retail Property available for sale in Aberdeenshire?
Currently, the largest Retail Property available to buy is 107,072 sq ft and the smallest is 136 sq ft. The average size of Retail Property available for sale in Aberdeenshire is approximately 10,674 sq ft.
What are the benefits of investing in retail property?
Retail property can offer long-term rental income, especially with established tenants. High street shops, shopping centres, and neighbourhood parades all offer opportunities for stable yields, with leases often structured on full repairing and insuring (FRI) terms.
What risks should I consider when buying retail property?
Risks include tenant turnover, void periods, changes in consumer habits, and local competition. Location is key—properties in well-trafficked or affluent areas tend to be more resilient to market shifts.
How does lease length affect retail property investment?
Longer leases (typically 5–15 years) can provide more predictable income. Some leases include upward-only rent reviews, which help protect returns over time. It's important to review break clauses and rent-free periods during due diligence.
What types of tenants occupy retail property?
Retail tenants include national chains, local independents, convenience stores, restaurants, salons, and service providers. National brands may offer greater covenant strength, while independents can offer flexibility and local appeal.
Do I need planning permission to change a retail property's use?
Most retail units now fall under Class E, which allows changes of use between shops, cafés, offices, and some medical or fitness uses without full planning permission. However, local restrictions or conservation areas may require additional consent.

Discover More Retail Properties for Sale in the Aberdeenshire

With 25 retail units currently available for sale in Aberdeenshire, the area presents a solid opportunity for investors seeking income-producing commercial property. Shops and retail premises remain a resilient asset class in Aberdeenshire, particularly in high-footfall streets, suburban centres, and growing residential areas. Investors can choose from single-let high street shops, parade investments, convenience stores, and mixed-use buildings with both retail and residential components. Tenants often include local independents, cafés, national chains, and essential services such as pharmacies or food outlets, providing reliable rental income and long-term potential.

When purchasing a retail property in Aberdeenshire, key considerations include location footfall, tenant strength, lease terms, and scope for asset management. Prime areas close to transport links, schools, or densely populated neighbourhoods are typically in higher demand. Investors should assess the EPC rating, permitted use under Class E, and whether there’s potential to convert upper floors or reconfigure the unit. Well-let shops with full repairing and insuring (FRI) leases and upward-only rent reviews offer strong yield stability, while underused stock may present redevelopment or repositioning opportunities. With the right due diligence, retail units in Aberdeenshire can form a valuable part of a diversified investment portfolio.

  • Footfall & visibility: Prioritise high street, corner, or parade locations with strong local catchments
  • Tenant covenant: Assess trading history, sector resilience, and lease security
  • Lease structure: Favour long-term FRI leases with upward-only rent reviews
  • Permitted use: Class E properties offer flexibility for shops, cafés, clinics, or services
  • Rental yield & growth: Evaluate rent levels and local demand for retail space
  • Repositioning potential: Consider refurbishment, signage improvements, or upper floor conversion
  • Exit strategy: Plan for long-term hold, break-up, or onward sale to owner-occupiers or funds

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