Fall Campground Buyers' Workshop

September 13-14, 2014
 

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Beautiful amenities, natural setting and attention to detail are the hallmark of this very attractive park located in a desirable tourist area of Western North Carolina.   +/- 45 sites on +/- 20 acres with plenty of room for expansion.  Peaceful location within an easy drive of many popular parks, lakes and attractions. Many of the full hook-up sites are big rig friendly with spacious extra long pull through sites.  50-amp service, Wi-Fi, TV, furnished rentals, creek, pond, well maintained, attractive buildings include a nice 4 bedroom owner's home.  Paved entrance road and flowering trees and gardens show these owners "care." 
2013 Gross Income +/- $148,000. 

Tired of looking at older run down parks?  This newer park, located in the southeast, meets all the modern camper's needs; big rig friendly with spacious extra long pull through full hookup sites, 50-amp service, Wi-Fi, modern attractive buildings, new rental cabins AND all the extra amenities to attract families.  Plus, City water and sewer!  +/- 100 sites on 15 acres with a small pond and stream.  2013 Gross Income $353,161.  AND income is growing with a 32% increase thru June 2014.   2014 Gross estimated at +/- $450K. This park is PROFITABLE!
 

Sales Price: $575,000 with $150,000 downpayment.

Sales Price: $765,000 with $195,000 downpayment.

One of the top 5 parks!  Full facility, Top Quality RV Park!  The broker we are working with on this park said this is one of the top 5 parks he's seen!  No kidding.  Do you want a good first impression?  And then a second?  This park provides it.  River frontage, plus a big pond with lake toys.  Gorgeous setting with pretty facilities.  Lots of curbside appeal.  PLUS, TWO owner's homes - both top quality.  Some seasonal campers - but many higher income weekenders.  Heated pool with hot tub, kayak and tube rentals, pavilion, Rec hall and much more!  2013 Gross Income +/- $374,000
 

Sales Price: $685,000 with $165,000 downpayment.

$150,000+ Return to the Buyer.  Don't believe me? 
Look at the numbers for yourself!

$531,489  2013 Gross Income
- 313,119  Less Adjusted Expenses (59%)
$218,370  Estimated Net Operating Income (NOI)
-   92,040  Less Estimated Payments at full price/terms
$126,330  Estimated Cash to Buyer
+  24,140  Plus Estimated Owner's Housing and living expenses
$150,470  Total Estimated Package to Buyer

And, that was last year!   Business is up approximately $56,000 so far this year.

The price includes everything necessary to operate this full amenity RV Park. 

Sales Price:  $1,680,000 with $475,000 down

Perfect for Investors, Partnership, Individuals, or large Extended Families.

Show me a more Profitable Park for $475,000 downpayment!

PS:  If business continues to increase there is a good chance that the price will increase as well.  Now is the time to act on this great opportunity!

Fisherman's Paradise.  GREAT FISHING and Nearby Boat access to a HUGE Lake.  Seasonal campers love staying at this +/- 23 acre park with +/- 100 sites.  Of course, fishing and boating are the main draw, but there are attractions nearby for everyone!  Campers love the store, gameroom, bingo-hall, clean bathhouses, swimming pool, fishing pond, plus LOTS more!  

This park is ONLY OPEN 6 months!   During that short season this park makes enough to pay all the operating expenses, pay the mortgage payments year-round, "buys" itself, and pays you a nice cash profit on this part-time business - PLUS provides nice housing!  It might be small, but it has all the amenities, including a heated pool.  Perfect for the couple wanting a park they can run on their own.  Seasonal business closes for the winters - allowing you to travel to "warmer" climates. 
 

Sales Price: $1,400,000 with $350,000 downpayment.   
Some Seller Financing available to qualified buyers.

PRICE REDUCED!  Sales Price: $900,000 with $225,000 down. 
(Sales price was $1,400,000 with $450,000 downpayment)
Seller Financing available to qualified buyers.

Scenic Rivers, Lakes, Caves, Springs, Mountains and several National Parks nearby -
ALL reasons why visitors come to this area!  Newer buildings, spacious sites and quality amenities all produce "happy" campers that LOVE to come back.  Extra-long pull thru sites accommodate the big-rigs!  Large modern Club House is perfect for camping groups!  Beautiful treed property with 10 acres with 70 sites (includes rentals).  Room and opportunity to expand.  Plus, this park comes with TWO mobile homes. 
2013 gross income +/- $99,500.
 

Sales Price: $1,395,000 with $350,000 downpayment.

Riverfront Park!  Popular family vacation area great for outdoor lovers! 
This popular area offers hiking, biking, fishing, boating, and so much more! 
Pretty park on +/ -15 acres with 1,500 ft. river frontage; 100 sites. 
Large 2-story main building with spacious 2-bedroom, 2-bath owners apartment with vaulted ceilings and stone fireplace.  Separate bathhouse; multiple storage buildings.  LOTS of activities to keep the families entertained - jumping pillow, mini-golf, heated swimming pool, sand volleyball, basketball, pedal cart rentals, large playground, tubing, and much more! 
2013 Gross Income +/- $202K
 

Recent Parks SOLD!
In an effort to continue your education:
Here is information on parks we have sold this year.
For more information or statistical data on parks SOLD
visit this link for Sold Statistics

SOLD!  #323  Charming, scenic area is the location for this +/- 110 site campground.  Main building with registration and nice store, bathhouse, laundry and gameroom; pavilion; pool; 3 rustic cabins, nice owner's doublewide.  +/- 20 seasonal campers provide steady income while leaving plenty of sites for the high profit transient camper.  Bonus - City water and sewer!  Business up this year - 2013 projected gross approximately $145,000.  Sales Price $625,000 with $180,000 downpayment.  

SOLD!  #303  Looking for a park in Tennessee?  This park has a great interstate location in central Tennessee.  Easy on and off from the exit and LOTS of extra long pull through sites make this park a favorite for the RVs traveling along this interstate.  Approx. 10 acres with small creek and pond.  The park has 40 full hook up sites and 2 rentals - plus demand and room to add more.  The buildings and grounds are well-kept and make a great impression (you won't see a lot of deferred maintenance here).  The Deluxe 2-bedroom owner's residence includes a huge master bath with whirlpool garden tub.  There is also a 1-bedroom apartment rental included, plus a workshop and a separate metal maintenance building.  The park is small enough for a couple to run by themselves - but has the potential to grow larger if that is your dream.  Plus, Tennessee has no state income tax - so more of your income stays in your pocket.  2012 gross income +/- $165,000.  2013 Income is UP!   Sales Price: $595,000 with $135,000 downpayment.

SOLD!  #319  Beautiful location in the Smoky Mountains where everyone WANTS to be!  This RV Park produces NOI of  +/-$93,000 in 6 month season. City water and sewer. Room to add at least 30 more RV sites. Sales Price: $1,000,000 with $333,000 downpayment.
ALL Seller financing available to qualified buyer.  SOLD!  #306  Easy on/off access to interstate.  Rural setting with picturesque views over the 4 acre lake creates a peaceful setting.  Yet, the interstate is less than half a mile away.  Best of both worlds gives easy access to interstate travelers with a quiet retreat.  +/-54 campsites (including rental cabins).  PLUS, two mobile home rentals on +/- 28 acres with a fishing lake, large main building, covered pavilion, swimming pool, playground, and several storage buildings. Includes owners double-wide mobile home with large detached 2-car garage. Gross Income $71,189. Sales Price: $310,000 with $75,000 down. 

SOLD! #313 Enjoy FUN and SUN in the "Tourist" Land where EVERYONE wants to be! This park is a great "home base" for all types of attractions.  +/- 10 acres, +/- 81 full hook-up sites, plus mobile home sites, main building with store, bathhouse, laundry, swimming pool and shuffleboard.  VERY NICE NEW double-wide mobile home for owner or manager.  This business cash flows after expenses and mortgage payments!  Plus provides a home, living expenses and a "starting" cash return of +/- $80,000.  Sales Price: $1,575,000 with $475,000 downpayment. 

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