Business Description

Confidential opportunity to acquire an award-winning two-store specialty candy retail business in Upstate South Carolina.

Founded with the opening of the original Pendleton store, the business later expanded to a second operating location in Liberty, creating a proven two-unit specialty retail platform.

This is a profitable, operating retail business with strong customer loyalty, attractive merchandising, and a highly visual in-store experience that drives both local and destination traffic. The business generated approximately $580,000 in gross revenue and $249,000 in Seller’s Discretionary Earnings.

The company offers a strong mix of high-margin candy and gift sales, in-house production capability, seasonal demand, and a loyal customer base supported by excellent branding and social media engagement. The business is well positioned for an owner-operator, family business buyer, or specialty retail operator seeking a proven concept with room to grow.

Sale includes:

Two operating retail stores

Established brand name and goodwill

Inventory

Furniture, fixtures, and equipment

Proprietary recipes and production methods

Digital assets and social media accounts

Vendor relationships and operating systems

Transition support and training

The current operation includes trained staff and is positioned for a smooth ownership transition. Seller will provide 60 to 90 days of transition support to help ensure continuity.

Facilities and real estate:
One location operates under a favorable long-term lease. The second location includes owned real estate, which is available separately for $350,000 or may be structured as a lease-back for the right buyer. Real estate is not included in the $950,000 asking price.

Growth opportunities include:

Expanding in-house production

Increasing holiday and gifting sales

Growing corporate and event gifting

Adding wholesale relationships

Expanding branded merchandise

Increasing digital and social-media-driven promotions

Building on the strong destination appeal of both locations

This opportunity is ideal for a qualified buyer seeking a profitable, established specialty retail business with a recognizable brand, strong margins, and multiple avenues for future growth.

Reason for sale:
Owner is pursuing other business interests and is seeking a qualified buyer to continue building the brand.

Additional financial information, asset details, and operational information will be made available to qualified buyers following execution of a confidentiality agreement.