Semi-Absentee Hill Country Boutique | 12 Hrs/Week | Tourist Location

Asking Price$150,000

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Semi-Absentee Hill Country Boutique | 12 Hrs/Week | Tourist Location


Asking Price$150,000

Cash Flow
Not Disclosed

EBITDANot Disclosed

Gross Revenue

InventoryNot Disclosed

FF&ENot Disclosed


Seller Financing Available
Business Description
SEMI-ABSENTEE LIFESTYLE BOUTIQUE | HILL COUNTRY TOURIST DESTINATION

Established 2017 boutique in high-traffic Hill Country location between Austin and San Antonio. Owner works just 12 hours/week on buying and merchandising while trained staff handle daily operations. $255K trailing 12-month revenue with minimal owner involvement and zero paid marketing spend.

BUSINESS AT A GLANCE:
- Owner Time: 12 hours/week (buyer/merchandiser role)
- Revenue: $255,000 (T12M)
- Operating: 7 days, 10am-5pm
- Staff: 2 experienced part-time employees
- Lease: Through February 2028 with renewal options
- Marketing: 100% organic (no ad spend)
- E-Commerce: Established online store with growth potential

WHAT MAKES THIS BUSINESS VALUABLE:

**Prime Tourist Location**
High-visibility retail space in popular Hill Country destination drawing year-round traffic from Austin (45 min) and San Antonio (60 min). Location benefits from area's shopping, dining, and recreation reputation. Strong local base supplements tourist demand.

**Diverse Product Mix**
Unlike single-category competitors, comprehensive lifestyle shopping across:
Women's fashion | Men's clothing | Children's items | Designer jewelry | Home décor | Personal care | Specialty foods | Gifts | Local artisan products

**Established Brand & Systems**
- 7+ years building local recognition
- Loyal repeat customer base
- 5 vendor lines with zip-code exclusivity (Lollia, Commonwealth Soaps, Creative Energy Candles, Sorrelli Jewelry, Noble Mics)
- 3-month inventory turnover
- Cloud-based systems (Square POS, QuickBooks)
- Active social media following
- Professional e-commerce platform

**Semi-Absentee Ready**
Owner spends minimal time on-site—12 hours/week on buying decisions. Trained staff handle daily operations. Most functions delegable. Customer relationships tied to store experience, not owner.

GROWTH OPPORTUNITIES:
**Immediate:**
E-commerce expansion (minimally marketed currently) | Paid social media advertising ($0 current spend) | Email marketing campaigns | Extended evening hours during peak season

**Medium-Term:**
Corporate gifting programs | Event/winery partnerships | Subscription gift boxes | Pop-up seasonal presence

**Expansion:**
Second location in similar markets | Wholesale to hospitality industry

COMPETITIVE ADVANTAGES:
- Broader product range than competitors
- Exclusive vendor territories on key lines
- Established online presence (rare for local competitors)
- 7-year resilience through economic cycles
- Superior merchandising and customer service (review-driven)

IDEAL BUYER:
Semi-absentee investor | Fashion entrepreneur | E-commerce operator adding physical presence | Relocating professional | Existing boutique owner expanding

No retail experience required - systems, staff, vendors in place. Full owner training provided.

INCLUDED IN SALE:
Inventory (at cost) | All FF&E | Square POS system | Customer database | Vendor contracts | Website/domain | Social media accounts | Brand/trade name | Operating procedures | Displays and signage

FINANCING: Considered for well-qualified buyers. SBA-eligible.

Qualified buyers: Submit NDA for detailed financials, asset lists, lease terms, and analytics.
About the Business
Years in Operation
9
Employees
2 Part-time
Currently Relocatable
Yes
Facilities & Assets
High-traffic retail space in Hill Country tourist district with excellent visibility and parking. Lease through Feb 2028 with renewal options, assignable with landlord approval.
INCLUDED ASSETS: Complete inventory (at cost), all FF&E (8 years old, good condition), Square POS system, QuickBooks accounting, customer database, 5 exclusive vendor contracts with zip-code protection, website/domain, social media accounts (Facebook/Instagram), brand/trade name, operating manuals, holiday displays, signage, mannequins. Comprehensive asset list provided post-NDA.
Market Outlook / Competition
Hill Country retail benefits from year-round tourist traffic (Austin/San Antonio proximity) plus affluent local demographic. Market includes 6-8 boutique competitors but none match this business's product breadth.

KEY DIFFERENTIATORS: Only boutique offering women's + men's + kids + jewelry + home goods under one roof. Competitors specialize (women's-only, jewelry-only, gifts-only). This business holds exclusive territories on 5 premium vendor lines. 7-year track record proves resilience. Zero competitors have comparable online presence.
Opportunities for Growth
IMMEDIATE (Low-Cost): E-commerce marketing (currently $0 ad spend), email campaigns to existing database, extend Thurs-Sat evening hours peak season, Instagram influencer partnerships.

MEDIUM-TERM: Corporate gifting programs (Austin/SA market), event partnerships (wineries/wedding venues), subscription gift boxes, pop-up presence at festivals/markets, private shopping events.

EXPANSION: Second Hill Country location (model proven), wholesale channel to hotels/B&Bs. Current $0 marketing spend = untapped for growth-oriented buyer.
Real Estate
Owned or Leased
Leased
Building Sq. Ft.
2,500
Rent
$7,500.00 per month
Lease Expiration
2/28/2028
About the Sale
Seller Motivation
Owner has successfully built and expanded business over 7+ years and is now read
Transition Support
Seller provides full training: vendor introductions, operational systems, inventory/merchandising strategies, POS and accounting software, marketing approaches. Given minimal owner involvement (12 hrs/week), transition is straightforward with most knowledge already systematized. Seller willing to consult post-closing. Training period and consulting terms negotiable.
Financing Options
On a case by case basis for well qualified buyers.
Listing Info
ID
2444306
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