Big Timber Lodge has a 104 year history of successfully providing fun family fishing vacations in the Nevis – Park Rapids area. The historical log lodge building includes a store, game room, laundry facilities and the main lodge room that features a huge stone fireplace. It is a great place for guests to relax, help themselves to a cup of coffee or cappuccino, check emails, watch a little TV, work a puzzle or play a board game.

The resort is located on the 3rd Crow Wing Lake, an outstanding fishing lake with no slot limits or other restrictions that many other lakes face. At 643 acres, plus boat access to three other lakes in the chain as well as the river fishing, this resort offers the serious fisherman almost 2000 acres of water without the big lake wind worries.

The 12 cabins are unique and vary in size from 1-5 bedrooms. They all overlook the lake and are air-conditioned. Some cabins are historical with lots of character while others are newer and feature dishwashers, gas fireplaces, etc. Three are winterized year round vacation homes. All cabins feature a wall of windows overlooking the shoreline and lake.

The resort property is approximately 10 acres; about half is heavily wooded with 100 year old Red & White Pines and Birch. The other half is meadows which guests use for games like: shuffle board, horseshoes, volleyball, basketball, and more. The property has room to expand as well. 900’ of all sand shoreline gently leading to crystal clear water and unbelievable sunsets. There is a great swim beach with lots of toys, noodles and floats.

The owner’s home is 7 years old and is separate from the lodge. It’s 2180 square feet, 3 bedrooms with walk-in closets, 2 bathrooms, den with built-in desk and cabinets, built-in shelving around the rock fireplace in the living room/dining room. The kitchen is large with an island, lots of cabinets and room for a kitchen table. The front deck overlooks the lake and the back deck views woods and meadows. There’s a fenced back yard and a Jacuzzi hot tub.

Additionally there is a 30’x 66’ Shop – you’ll need it, check the tool and equipment inventory list – a 1&1/2 car garage, a 22’ x 48’ boat house (on the water) that also houses the fully equipped guest exercise room & sauna. There is also a historic cabin on the back of the property that is used for guest massage day and winter storage.

This resort is being sold ‘turnkey’ so everything you need to operate efficiently is already here. Included are: concrete boat ramp, docks, boat lifts, pontoon boat, fishing boats & motors, paddle boats, kayaks and playground equipment.

This business has a very strong cash flow and a large, loyal customer base. These sellers do an outstanding job of customer care, keeping in touch through their website and their blog. Not only is this a great business opportunity, but also a perfect place to live. The sellers are ready to retire. Priced competitively at $1,590,000.

Check out their website and also their blog at http://www.bigtimberlodge.com

Shown by appointment only to pre-qualified buyers.

Jane Reish
218-732-4785

Big Timber Lodge Sign

Fishing at sunset

Cabins:  Included are five-two bedroom cabins, and two-three bedroom cabins with knotty pine interiors for that “cabin in the woods” atmosphere; along with newer windows, updated bathrooms and whole house attic fans for added comfort. The largest 3-bedroom cabin is a year-round rental that can sleep up to fourteen people, has two baths, washer/dryer, and large deck over the lake. The sellers added an energy efficient and cost saving AC/Heat Pump to the existing LP furnace and gas fireplace.  The cabins are in very good condition; the resort has high occupancy rates and tremendous repeat business, while there is room in the rate structure for increases.

Equip & Grounds: The property is comprised of two parcels totaling 2.26 acres and 650’ of lakeshore.  The resort maintains its beautiful natural, rocky shoreline with easy access stairways to the 300’ of dockage and ramps for boats and a large swim platform with ladder leading to the sand bottom lake. Additional structures include a new 20’x 20’ laundry facility that doubles as storage for linens and other housekeeping items, a fish cleaning house with more attached storage, as well as another garage/workshop. Included is a good inventory of fishing boats/motors, a 21’ pontoon and 14-1/2’ Crestliner with 4-stroke motors, as well as kayaks, canoe, paddleboat, swim raft, generator, large air compressor and much more.

The owners of this fine resort have done extension work on the infrastructure over the 20 years they’ve owned it, including an updated well and septic system, underground electric service with generator back-up wiring installed, and a water softener/filtration system that serves both resort and owner’s home.

Owner’s Home: Very nicely updated 2220 sq. ft. home/office and garage addition was built in 1998 with three bedrooms, 1 full bath and ¾ bath/laundry room near the resort office. Good layout and spacious Great Room with kitchen, dining and living area overlooking Girl Lake and a two-car tuck under garage with workshop above.  Two mini-split AC units cool the home; there’s also off- peak hot water and dual fuel heating using electric and LP hot water baseboard, and a freestanding gas fireplace in the living area.

Listed for $1,100,000. The sellers are giving a qualified buyer ample time to secure financing with a 2013 closing and some seller financing with $300,000 down.  Visit their website at: www.pineridgeresort.com for photos and more information.

Shown by appointment only. Contact Su Ugstad at 218-259-5701

Located on the West side of beautiful  Rush lake in Ottertail County, only three miles from the city of Ottertail and eight miles from the city of Perham, Minnesota, the location couldn’t be better.

All of the ten cabins have been updated and remodeled with a very pleasant and inviting interior.  Most have been done in pine or basswood that just gives that warm vacation kind of a feeling.  Cabin number two was built in 1996, has four bedrooms and is fully handicapped accessible.   Modern and up to date furnishings as well as cable TV, wireless internet, and air conditioning are there for the convenience and comfort of your guests.

In addition to the revenue generated by the cabin rentals, the operation has nine seasonal RV sites that provide a nice income with very little operational cost.  It may be of interest also that cabins number two and three can be heated should you choose to go after that winter revenue.

The owner’s home, also built in 1996, is a three bedroom, one and a half bath home that is not only comfortable but convenient for the operation of the resort business.  The heat is supplied via a hot water baseboard system that is operated with natural gas.  The school district for this area is Perham.  They have facilities and curriculum second to none and would invite you to visit their web site for more information.

The equipment used in the operation of this resort business will be included with the sale of the resort property and includes lawn maintenance, boats, pontoons, motors and lots of miscellaneous.  An inventory list will be provided to prospective buyers.

Rush lake is noted for its great fishing and family recreation.  Also, if you are into golf this is the place for you and your guests.  Notable is the Perham Golf Course with 27 holes; Thumper Pond Golf Course with 18 holes and the Balmoral Golf Course with 18 holes.  All of them are wonderful courses that will challenge any type of golfer.

Please visit the resort’s web site at www.limmersresort.com for more information.

This is an efficient resort business to operate.  The price is $900,000 and the sellers will carry a contract for deed after the required 25% down payment.

For more information or to schedule a confidential showing, contact Roy Larson at 320-815-0247.

LOCATION – 2nd Crow Wing Lake with access to 1st, 3rd and 4th Crow Wing Lakes. The Crow Wings are some of the finest fishing and recreation lakes in the Park Rapids area. Walleye, Northern Pike, Crappies and nice Bluegills. Fishing is easy on the Crow Wings, most resort guests can catch fish even on those dog days of summer.

HOUSE AND LODGE – Very comfortable 3 bedroom owners home that sits right on the water. Maintenance free Cedar siding. Walkout basement. Forced LP gas heat. Attached to the owners home is a wonderful 600 sq. ft. lodge that provides the resort guests with hours of entertainment on those rainy days or just that occasional frozen pizza, ice cream or other treats. Pool table, large TV with videos. No food or beer, just fun!

CABINS – 8 ultra modern housekeeping cabins. Most all of these fine units are done in knotty pine. Newer beds and appliances. New LP gas heaters in the past 3 years, good roofs to all cabins and nice large windows that provide the guest the best of views to Second Crow Wing Lake. All the cabins sit directly on the water. NO BETTER VIEW IN NORTHERN MINNESOTA!

MISC. – All structures have been connected to a brand new septic system installed 3 years ago. New water lines and LP gas lines to all the cabins. Good boats and motors, pontoon with motor for rental, canoe, paddle boat and lots of other good inventory.

PRICE – The long time sellers have taken a realistic approach to selling their resort and have put a selling price of $650,000.00. Seldom will you find a resort with 8 nice cabins and a comfortable owners home under $750,000.00. Take a look at their web site www.pleasantridgeresort.com for a overview of this fine operation. Easy to run for a couple, nice cabins, great house, it all adds up to a wise business decision for new owners in the great north woods of Minnesota.

For a confidential showing contact:

Dennis Saak
218-652-2800

OR

10 nicely spaced cabins ranging from 1-3 bedrooms. All the cabins have a great view of the lake. Occupancy is high but a rate increase needs to be taken. 11 camping hookups, 9 of which are seasonal. Shower house for the campers. Quaint lodge at the waters edge. Updated septic systems. 3 bedroom owners home. Good equipment to run the resort. What more could you ask for as a owner of a resort? ALL THIS FOR ONLY $525,000.00!!! You can hardly buy a nice lakehome for this price!

If you have been looking for a recession proof way of life this just might be your golden opportunity. The long term sellers will take a contract for deed after approximately 25% down.

If a resort is what you have been dreaming about owning here is one that is very affordable in a prime tourist area, on a great chain of lakes, lots of land and lakeshore, 10 cabins and seasonal RV park for under $600,000.00. Why wait any longer? Give us a call for a private showing. www.green-valley-resort.com

For a confidential showing contact:

Dennis Saak
218-652-2800

OR

Jane Reish
218-732-4785

Of course, you canʼt buy a business at just any price – it has to be the right price. If a resort or campground can demonstrate positive cash flow after debt payments and operating expenses, it is certainly in the right ball park. Consider the physical assets, (lake shore, land and buildings), the ownerʼs home, equipment included.

Without question, it is hard to take the plunge into owning your own business during tough economic times – but check your town and community. It is exactly the time that a lot of savvy business minds choose to do just that! I think it is fair to say there is more “upside” potential in tough times than in good.

Our resort experts can help you determine if the “resorting life” is for you. Call us to talk about pricing policies, down payment requirements and current market conditions for our existing resort and campground business.

Add this setting to an incredible lake, great for fishing and recreation, and you have a business opportunity worth looking into.

This resort is nestled on the north shore of Upper Bottle Lake, which together with Lower Bottle, offers guests over 1100 acres of great fishing and fun. Besides 8 well furnished and spotless cabins, there are 4 licensed RV sites and a boat launch for your guests (and the public if you so choose)

All the amenities you would expect, plus extras, are included with this resort offering:

• the cabin furnishings plus outdoor furniture
• a fleet of boats and motors
• a pontoon, water toys
• playground equipment
• roll-in docks
• yard care equipment
• and much, much more, including a bobcat and the vehicles used as “work horses” around the resort.

This is a very complete package!

In addition, there is a 36’ X 50’ pole building for storage, work shop etc., plus a fish cleaning house, laundry room for guests and a game room for the kids. For more pictures, cabin, rate information, go to www.whippoorwillresort.com

One of the nicest features for the potential buyer is the owner’s home. It is a beautiful, 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath log sided home with wonderful porches, decks, views, fireplace, even a hot tub. No sacrificing your life style here!

This special property is listed for $995,000. Interested buyers will need approximately $250K for a down payment – financing available through local banks. Complete financials and further information will be given to qualified buyers only.

Shown only by appointment – Contact Jane Reish at 218-732-4785 or Dennis Saak at 218-652-2800.

Dennis Saak
ddsaak@eot.com

OR

Jane Reish
jronblue@arvig.net