Deluxe bed & breakfast, with 7 suites and 6-2 bedroom cottages on Lake
Business Description
weddings, family reunions, vacations, parties, meetings of all sorts.
Premium lakefront bed and breakfast resort established in 2006, featuring 7 luxury suites and 6 two-bedroom cottages on a scenic lake in Monticello, Indiana. This well-established hospitality business serves diverse markets including destination weddings, family reunions, vacation stays, and special events.
Business Strengths:
- 13 well-maintained deluxe accommodation units
- Lakefront location offering unique scenic appeal
- Multiple revenue streams: lodging, events, catering
- Strong guest satisfaction with 4.9/5.0 TripAdvisor rating
- Established reputation for quality catering and cooking experiences
- Loyal customer base with high repeat business rates
Operational Advantages:
- Nearly two decades of continuous operation
- Turnkey business with owned real estate included
- Diversified clientele reducing seasonal dependency
- Prime White County location for tourism and events
- Proven track record in competitive hospitality market
Revenue Opportunities:
- Wedding and event venue services
- Vacation rental accommodations
- Corporate retreat hosting
- Family reunion packages
- Catering and culinary experiences
The property's lakefront setting provides a competitive advantage for destination events and leisure travel. The business has built strong market positioning through consistent service excellence, generating positive word-of-mouth marketing and repeat bookings from satisfied guests.
This established operation offers immediate income potential with room for growth in Indiana's expanding hospitality and event sectors. The combination of luxury accommodations, scenic location, and proven operational success creates a compelling investment opportunity for buyers seeking a profitable hospitality business with strong fundamentals and growth potential.
The real estate is priced at market values ( which will only increase ), and the business is capable of paying the asking price.
Business Strengths:
- 13 well-maintained deluxe accommodation units
- Lakefront location offering unique scenic appeal
- Multiple revenue streams: lodging, events, catering
- Strong guest satisfaction with 4.9/5.0 TripAdvisor rating
- Established reputation for quality catering and cooking experiences
- Loyal customer base with high repeat business rates
Operational Advantages:
- Nearly two decades of continuous operation
- Turnkey business with owned real estate included
- Diversified clientele reducing seasonal dependency
- Prime White County location for tourism and events
- Proven track record in competitive hospitality market
Revenue Opportunities:
- Wedding and event venue services
- Vacation rental accommodations
- Corporate retreat hosting
- Family reunion packages
- Catering and culinary experiences
The property's lakefront setting provides a competitive advantage for destination events and leisure travel. The business has built strong market positioning through consistent service excellence, generating positive word-of-mouth marketing and repeat bookings from satisfied guests.
This established operation offers immediate income potential with room for growth in Indiana's expanding hospitality and event sectors. The combination of luxury accommodations, scenic location, and proven operational success creates a compelling investment opportunity for buyers seeking a profitable hospitality business with strong fundamentals and growth potential.
The real estate is priced at market values ( which will only increase ), and the business is capable of paying the asking price.
About the Business
- Years in Operation
- 20
- Employees
- 6 Part-time
seasonable employees for summer , April through October. - Currently Home Based
- Yes
- Facilities & Assets
- 7 deluxe suites in the lodge, with large recreation room & sun room, full kitchen w/ice machine. Large tented outdoor deck, used for events for up to 150 guests. Lake level, parklike lawn, with shallow sandy beach & childrens playset, and 2 bonfire pits. 2,000 square foot house is attached to the lodge, with large bedroom and bathroom, front deck with great view of Lake Shafer, 2 boats for cruising / tubing / skiing / fishing / etc. Efficient outdoor cooking area with 10 burner double dutch oven, refrigerator, and stainless steel work table, all protected from elements.
6- 2 bedroom cottages, with fully equipped kitchens, sleeps up to 6,7 , or 9 guests. Outside is a deck with a picnic table, lounging chairs, gas grill & bonfire pit. All cottages have access to the lodge sandy beach. Available all year long.
Adequate parking lot. - Website
- https://www.thelighthouselodge.com
- Market Outlook / Competition
- 2026 is looking very positve for the lodging industry in Indiana.
We have the finest location on Lake Shafer, with the best service and reviews. - Opportunities for Growth
- We have built our business between April and October, the busiest time of the year in our area.
We do stay open year round, but have not pursued off season business, which is possible.
Real Estate
- Owned or Leased
- Owned
- Included in asking price
- Building Sq. Ft.
- 12,150
About the Sale
- Seller Motivation
- In 2025, my wife, Bonnie, went through esophagus cancer treatments. She is cance
- Transition Support
- sellers available to train new owners on all aspects for the business and real estate.
- Financing Options
- partial owner financing is available.
Listing Info
- ID
- 2494692
- Listing Views
- 24
Business Location
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