Advert ref 1237SAF
The Cottage Bar & Restaurant Maryburgh, is an exciting opportunity to acquire a popular characterful bar and restaurant in the heart of the Scottish Highlands. Boasting a picturesque setting, the business offers a blend of commercial potential, comfortable owners’ accommodation, and a unique woodland position — making it ideally suited to lifestyle buyers, a couple with passion for food or developers looking for something truly special. A most attractive feature of the sale is a three-bedroom owner’s cottage with its own private entrance and mature garden, alongside extensive grounds, parking, and scope for future development (subject to planning).
The premises are immaculately presented throughout and retain a traditional charm while offering well-planned, practical trading spaces suited to both casual and formal service.
Key Features –
Main bar/lounge area: A warm and inviting space with exposed timber features, tasteful décor, and a central log- burning stove creating a cosy Highland atmosphere. Seating for 40 is arranged across a mix of loose tables, booths and soft seating, ideal for a variety of uses including casual drinks, pub dining or private events.
Conservatory restaurant: A bright, airy extension to the property, offering a more formal dining space with garden views. The space comfortably accommodates 26 covers and benefits from natural light, attractive ceiling beams, and French doors that enhance the indoor/outdoor flow for summer trade.
Function Room: The Cottage Bar truly love any excuse for a party. The function room can offer the ideal space for any occasion or celebration. From birthdays, family celebrations, get together to meetings and can accommodate 60 people.
Toilets: Ladies’, gents’ and accessible WCs are presented to a good standard and located conveniently off the main trading area.
Outdoor areas: A number of external seating areas provide attractive spaces for al fresco dining or summer drinks, including picnic-style tables set in a woodland clearing — ideal for weddings, family use or live music evenings.
A Turnkey Highland Hospitality Business – Ideal for a Couple with a Passion for Food and People If you’re a chef and front-of-house duo looking to step into your own business, then this is the opportunity for you.
The Cottage Bar & Restaurant offers a ready-to-run operation with a strong local following, great living space, and the freedom to do things your wayKitchen & Beer Cellar This is a genuine turn key commercial kitchen operation, ready to support a busy food-led business from day one.
• Main kitchen: Professionally fitted with stainless steel prep benches, a six-burner gas range with oven, chargrill, salamander, extraction canopy, upright fridge/freezers, commercial dishwasher, and deep sinks. Natural light and a glazed door provide ventilation and access to the rear.
• Separate pot-wash area: Fitted with a commercial pass-through dishwasher and stainless steel workstations, separated from the main kitchen for efficiency and hygiene.
• Cold and dry storage: The kitchen is supported by well-organised dry goods shelving and additional refrigeration.
• Beer cellar: A clean, temperature-controlled space with clearly labelled lines and cask space, easily accessed from the main bar. Its layout offers scope for efficient restocking and monitoring. External Grounds & Parking
• Set within mature woodland and landscaped gardens, the property extends across a 1.5 acre plot with clear separation between guest and private areas.
• Ample on-site parking for guests, with overflow capacity during events. Parking for 20 plus vehicles
• Timber outbuildings suitable for storage or potential conversion • Lawned areas and patio ideal for family use, outdoor trade, or glamping/event potential
• Scope for further development (subject to planning), including holiday pods, extension of dining capacity, or residential enhancement The Property – Fully Equipped and Set in Private Grounds The business sits on approximately 1.5 acres, with leafy gardens, a large car park, and additional outbuildings. The entire site is designed for ease of operation and owner comfort.
• Early 1900s stone building converted and extended for hospitality use
• Entry points from car park and garden; internal access from house
• Licensed premises with compliant fire safety and CCTV systems
• Workshop, greenhouse, polytunnel and covered outdoor smoking area
The Owner’s House – A Comfortable, Modern Home Right Next Door The owners’ accommodation is to a standard rarely seen in properties of this type and is a real asset – not just a place to sleep. A genuinely attractive home that offers privacy, space, and modern comforts. Whether you’re raising a family or simply want separation between work and downtime, this home makes it easy to balance business and life. Three Bedrooms:
• The master bedroom is located on the first floor and includes its own en-suite bathroom, offering a quiet retreat above the main living space.
• Two additional bedrooms are on the ground floor — ideal for family, guests, or even a home office setup. Open-Plan Living Area:
• The heart of the home is a bright, open-plan lounge, kitchen, and dining area– perfect for relaxing after service or hosting friends.
• The kitchen is contemporary and well-equipped, with modern units, plenty of storage, and space for casual dining.
• A spacious lounge area allows you to unwind in comfort, with natural light and direct access to the garden. Modern Bathroom: • A family bathroom is located on the ground floor, finished to a high standard with quality fittings. Private Entrance and Garden: The home has its own separate entrance, giving you total privacy from the business.To the rear is a fenced private garden complete with a greenhouse and polytunnel— ideal for hobby gardening or even growing herbs and produce for the restaurant. Practical Features: Ample storage throughout the home, plus additional compact utility spaces. A multi fuel burner.
An internal connecting door links directly to the business for convenience, yet can remain closed off when not in use. This home isn’t an afterthought — it’s a key part of the lifestyle package, giving owner- operators the freedom to live comfortably on-site without sacrificing privacy or quality of life.
Whether you’re selling, buying, or planning for the future, Business Partnership is here to help. Contact us today to speak with your local Regional Partner and start your journey toward success.
Register your interest for this business and to receive additional information