Four former hospitality venues in Scotland have been placed on the market, creating a new opportunity for buyers interested in pub, hotel and licensed leisure properties.
The sites are being marketed by specialist business property adviser Christie & Co on behalf of Greene King. The portfolio includes Burnett Arms Hotel in Kemnay, The Bonnie Beastie in Forres, The Carnock Inn in Carnock and The Abercromby Arms in Tullibody.
All four properties are currently closed and are being offered with vacant possession, giving new owners the chance to reopen, reposition or explore alternative plans, subject to the necessary permissions.
Quick Answer: What Is Being Sold?
- Four former hospitality venues in Scotland are up for sale.
- The portfolio includes two hotel-style assets and two pub or licensed leisure properties.
- The locations are Kemnay, Forres, Carnock and Tullibody.
- Guide prices range from £350,000 to £550,000.
- The properties are available freehold and with vacant possession.
A Portfolio Spread Across Scottish Town and Village Locations
The group of former hospitality venues Scotland buyers can now consider is spread across a mix of village and town settings. Each site has its own local trading context, from residential communities to tourism-led destinations and routes that may appeal to passing trade.
For hospitality operators, these types of properties can offer more than a simple reopening opportunity. Depending on condition, permissions and local demand, they may also suit repositioning, accommodation-led use, food-led trading, community pub concepts or wider commercial plans.
Burnett Arms Hotel, Kemnay
Burnett Arms Hotel is located in Kemnay, Aberdeenshire, around 16 miles north-west of Aberdeen. The property has previously operated as a licensed hotel and offers a combination of bar, function, kitchen and letting accommodation space.
According to the Christie & Co listing, the site includes owner’s accommodation, a bar and function room, a fully fitted commercial kitchen and five letting rooms. The freehold guide price is £450,000.
The Bonnie Beastie, Forres
The Bonnie Beastie is in Forres, Moray, a town with access to residents as well as visitors travelling through the wider Speyside and coastal areas.
The listing highlights its town centre position, fully fitted commercial kitchen, two-bedroom owner’s accommodation and vacant possession. It is being marketed at a freehold guide price of £550,000.
The Carnock Inn, Carnock
The Carnock Inn is a former pub opportunity in Fife, positioned within reach of Dunfermline and local village trade. Its layout may appeal to operators looking for a traditional community pub, but the property also offers flexibility for buyers considering a fresh approach.
Christie & Co describes the site as a freehold pub with vacant possession, a prominent village position, flexible internal layout, redevelopment potential, a large car park and beer garden. The guide price is £350,000.
The Abercromby Arms, Tullibody
The Abercromby Arms is situated in Tullibody and is being marketed as a town centre hospitality property. The building combines bar and restaurant space with upper-floor letting accommodation.
Its listing notes nine letting rooms, a fully equipped commercial kitchen, private car park and vacant possession. The freehold guide price is £375,000.
Guide Prices at a Glance
| Property | Location | Guide price |
| Burnett Arms Hotel | Kemnay, Aberdeenshire | £450,000 |
| The Bonnie Beastie | Forres, Moray | £550,000 |
| The Carnock Inn | Carnock / Dunfermline, Fife | £350,000 |
| The Abercromby Arms | Tullibody | £375,000 |
The prices put the properties in a range that may attract experienced hospitality operators, regional investors, local entrepreneurs or buyers looking for a project with existing commercial use history.
Why These Sites May Attract Interest
Vacant hospitality properties can be challenging assets, but they can also give buyers room to shape a new business without taking on an existing trading operation. For the right purchaser, that may make planning, refurbishment and repositioning more straightforward.
The mix of accommodation, kitchen space, bar areas, car parking and village or town centre settings could make the four sites suitable for different strategies. Some buyers may see a route back to traditional pub or hotel trading, while others may consider food-led hospitality, letting accommodation or mixed-use repositioning where appropriate.
Where the Properties Are Listed
Further details are available through Christie & Co: Burnett Arms Hotel, The Bonnie Beastie, The Carnock Inn and The Abercromby Arms.
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FAQs
Which former hospitality venues in Scotland are for sale?
The four properties are Burnett Arms Hotel in Kemnay, The Bonnie Beastie in Forres, The Carnock Inn in Carnock and The Abercromby Arms in Tullibody.
Are the properties currently trading?
The venues are currently closed and are being offered with vacant possession.
Who is marketing the properties?
Christie & Co is marketing the properties. The sales are being handled through its hospitality property team.
What is the cheapest property in the portfolio?
The Carnock Inn has the lowest listed guide price at £350,000.
What is the highest guide price?
The Bonnie Beastie in Forres has the highest guide price at £550,000.
Could the sites be used for something other than hospitality?
That would depend on planning, licensing, building condition and local authority requirements. Buyers should take professional advice before making plans for alternative use.