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Profitable Sarasota Fishing Charter & Boat Rental Business For Sale

Sarasota, Florida, US
Asking Price:
$100K - $250K
Sales Revenue:
On request
Cash Flow:
Under $50K

Established Gulf Coast fishing charter and boat rental business based in Sarasota, FL. Offers inshore and offshore fishing charters, self-service boat rentals, and sandbar cruises targeting Amberjack, Cobia, Grouper, Snapper, Kingfish, Snook, Redfish, Tarpon and more.

Fleet includes a 2024 30' Center Console with twin 300HP engines (50-knot top speed), seating up to 6 guests, modern electronics, and an onboard restroom.

Multiple trip packages are offered, from 3-hour sunset cruises to 4- and 6-hour bottom fishing charters. Over 10 years of experience on the water, with hundreds of happy clients and a high rating from many verified reviews on a leading charter booking platform, in addition to the business's own booking website. All tackle, gear, fresh bait, and fishing licenses are included in charter packages, along with a fish cleaning service.

Turnkey opportunity with an established brand, loyal repeat customer base, active social media following, and a professional website with online booking enquiries. Ideal for an owner-operator or an expansion-minded buyer looking to enter Florida's thriving Gulf Coast tourism and recreation market.

Property Information

Real Estate:

Lease

Location:

Operates from Phillippi Harbor Club, a marina in Sarasota, FL, with direct access to the Gulf of America / Gulf Coast fishing grounds.

Premises Details:

Business operates from a boat slip at a private marina; no separate commercial premises or office space is used.

Business Operation

Management type:
This business is owner operated.
Expansion Potential:

Opportunities to add trips or additional vessels, expand into multi-day, corporate, or group charters, grow the boat rental and sandbar cruise offerings, and build further on the business's existing social media following.

Competition / Market:

Operates in a competitive Gulf Coast fishing charter and boat rental market, differentiated by a modern (2024) vessel, a 100% 5-star review record, and a strong repeat and referral customer base.

Reasons for selling:

Owner is committed full-time to other business ventures and no longer has the bandwidth to grow this business to its full potential. A hands-on owner-operator who can dedicate full-time attention has a real opportunity to take it much further.

Trading hours:

Bookings year-round by appointment, weather permitting; flexible scheduling to suit charter and rental customers.

Years established:
2022

Other Information

Support & training:

Seller is willing to provide a transition period to familiarize the new owner with local waters, the customer base, booking channels, and vendor relationships.

Relocatable:
This business can be relocated