Fruit Farm and Farmers Market In Dallas For Sale

Business description

This fruit farm, market and bakery was established in 1979. A summertime traveler s favorite destination, the business has a far reaching appeal with customers coming from as far away as Kansas City to visit. The market and bakery are open from May 15th to August 15th serving fudge, baked pies, cakes, ice cream, peaches, strawberries, apricots, blackberries, raspberries, nectarines, plums and various vegetables that are available from local farmers. The farm consists of 100 acres of fruit trees and bushes including peaches, raspberries, blackberries, nectarine, and plums. Nearly all of the fruit is pre-picked for the customer; however, there is a small pick your own blackberry and raspberry patch. The farm offers over 40 varieties of peaches and grows test trees and varieties for Texas A&M. The owners focus has been on making the farm a destination location. They do not sell wholesale - only retail sales to the public. This business operates out of a single market location. Expansion possibilities are endless to make this business a year round revenue generating operation.

Property information

Real Estate:

Real Property Included

Living accommodation:

3,600 Square foot Country Style house with detached garage and apartment

Premises details:

100 Acre Fruit Farm, 1 barn with walk-in cooler and a fully equipped 2,500 sq ft retail store with complete kitchen bakery.

Other information

Expansion potential:

Only complete fruit farm in the area. Sales are retail to the public Farm grows 70 % of all product sold on site. Plenty of growth opportunities including expansion to sell produce wholesale, fall activities for visitors, and conversion of house into bed and breakfast. The growth has been slowed by the owner s age.

Competition / Market:

After 30 years in operation most customers learn about this business from current customers. There is an informational website and direct mail to nursing homes, churches and schools. Excellent growth potential of the farm as Texas produces less fruit than is consumed.

Support & training:

60 Days and owner is willing to remain as a consultant for extended period

Reasons for selling:

Retiring

Owner financing:

Owner financing is available. Please contact the seller for more information.

Financing available:

Seller financing is negotiable.

Furniture / Fixtures value:

$1,000,000 (included in the asking price)