Locally Owned Mercantile With Rich Heritage and Expanding Sales
Business Description
Rare opportunity to own a business with a heritage tracing back more than a century. The location is on the town square across from the historic courthouse in downtown Yanceyville, NC. This is a turnkey, low-risk retail entry with built-out infrastructure, large and diversified inventory, and over 4000 customers in place. The inventory assets are diversified to provide year-round sales of Lawn & Garden; Animal Feed & Healthcare Supplies; Fertilizer & Soils; Farm Supplies; Live Plants; Sporting Goods; Hardware; Gifts; Homegoods; Clothing; Beekeeping Supplies; Seasonal Goods & more. Year-to-year sales growth has been a hallmark under the current ownership and future growth opportunities are numerous.
Exceptional customer service has earned the brand outstanding Google and Facebook reviews, reflecting a strong reputation in the local community. It is a true community store with a great loyal following of the BEST customers around.
The business is the county’s only authorized dealer of Dans Hunting Gear & Specialty Pet Feeds (ValuPak) and also offers the area's largest curated selection of bulk garden seed that is weighed for each customer.
The leased property includes a fenced area with large pergola and covered storage. The pergola is currently set up for landscape plants and is equipped with overhead drip irrigation. The covered storage area is set up for pallet-quantity storage. This space could be reimagined into an outside entertainment area and has access to a public restroom in the main building.
The owner has strategically positioned the business for a seamless transition by putting capable team members in place and creating efficient workflows. With a strong brand, loyal customers and scalable infrastructure, the business presents an excellent acquisition opportunity for buyers seeking a turnkey business with a storied history.
If you want to be part of this legacy and learn more about this exclusive offering, contact us to discuss and explore the possibilities that await. All interested parties must sign a Non-Disclosure Agreement and provide proof of funds. As this is an ongoing business operation, interested parties may wish to visit the business. We ask that you call before visiting to schedule an appointment.
Gross Revenue: Based on a 37-hour work week (Tue-Sat)
Sales Channel: Brick and Mortar
Real Estate: Leased, new lease to be negotiated with new owners. Purchase of
real estate is possible as a separate transaction.
Parking: On and off-street adjacent parking for customers and employees.
Employees: 2.5 full-time equivalents currently split between 6 employees.
Exceptional customer service has earned the brand outstanding Google and Facebook reviews, reflecting a strong reputation in the local community. It is a true community store with a great loyal following of the BEST customers around.
The business is the county’s only authorized dealer of Dans Hunting Gear & Specialty Pet Feeds (ValuPak) and also offers the area's largest curated selection of bulk garden seed that is weighed for each customer.
The leased property includes a fenced area with large pergola and covered storage. The pergola is currently set up for landscape plants and is equipped with overhead drip irrigation. The covered storage area is set up for pallet-quantity storage. This space could be reimagined into an outside entertainment area and has access to a public restroom in the main building.
The owner has strategically positioned the business for a seamless transition by putting capable team members in place and creating efficient workflows. With a strong brand, loyal customers and scalable infrastructure, the business presents an excellent acquisition opportunity for buyers seeking a turnkey business with a storied history.
If you want to be part of this legacy and learn more about this exclusive offering, contact us to discuss and explore the possibilities that await. All interested parties must sign a Non-Disclosure Agreement and provide proof of funds. As this is an ongoing business operation, interested parties may wish to visit the business. We ask that you call before visiting to schedule an appointment.
Gross Revenue: Based on a 37-hour work week (Tue-Sat)
Sales Channel: Brick and Mortar
Real Estate: Leased, new lease to be negotiated with new owners. Purchase of
real estate is possible as a separate transaction.
Parking: On and off-street adjacent parking for customers and employees.
Employees: 2.5 full-time equivalents currently split between 6 employees.
About the Business
- Years in Operation
- 4
- Employees
- 6
- Facilities & Assets
- Well-maintained property consisting of several buildings, a fenced-in garden center, and a covered bulk storage area. About 5300 sf retail space; 3200 sf
warehouse, storage, office, bathroom floorspace; large, fenced-in grounds in the rear with large pergola and storage shed. - Website
- https://www.caswellmercantile.com
- Market Outlook / Competition
- The business enjoys a competitive edge with limited competition. It is the only major animal feed & healthcare supplies store in the county; it is the largest bulk garden seed supplier in the region; it has one of the most diverse and well-curated inventories in the county and its boutique experience differentiates it from big-box retailers and online-only stores.
- Opportunities for Growth
- Growth is possible through increased use of digital tools and strategies to enhance the store’s visibility, targeting especially the numerous potential customers from the Raleigh/Durham/Chapel Hill markets who travel the Hwy 86 corridor to Danville, VA for the casino. Initiating e-commerce and online sales channels, extending business hours, hosing events/workshops, expanding inventory or expanding into other inventory categories can also be explored.
Real Estate
- Owned or Leased
- Leased
- Building Sq. Ft.
- 8,500
About the Sale
- Seller Motivation
- Planned transition of business to new ownership after 5 years.
- Transition Support
- Training is being offered by the seller. Terms to be agreed.
- Financing Options
- Partial owner financing possible with acceptable terms.
Listing Info
- ID
- 2394972
- Listing Views
- 328
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