Whistler Businesses for Sale
Whistler is considered one of the top mountain resort communities in the world and is rated as North America's number one ski resort. It is a year round destination, offering not only world class skiing and snowboarding in the winter but even more activities in the summer months.
Undoubtedly it is a tourism based environment. However, it also offers many varied business opportunities for those individuals and families that are looking to make a good income as well as a lifestyle change by moving to the area.
Whistler has approximately 10,000 permanent residents and sees an average of 2.14 million visitors per years. With the completion of the new Sea to Sky highway, the distance between Vancouver and Whistler is now only a little over an hour drive. This small but vibrant ski town boasts 115 hotels, over 150 restaurants/lounges/bars and over 200 retail stores.
Businesses for Sale in Whistler
Retail Computer Sales And Service
Dominate the Whistler market! Are you interested in owning a stable, successful business and property in a premier all season resort village? Do you want to maximize this cost-effective, reputable business and take it to the next level? This company operates the only retail computer and networking store in the area. The strong financial track record has created a great history due to its even mix of residential and commercial customers since it is one of the only full service technology suppliers on the Sea-to-Sky corridor. The effective business model has maintained pricing competitive to greater Vancouver markets thus it has retained a large loyal local customer base, which could be the foundation for further product and service. The business sale includes property which is scarce in Whistler which in turn enhances the continuing value of this opportunity, and protects the bottom line by keeping control of the premises.
Company Business Overview
Industry: Retail and Service
Location: Whistler, British Columbia
Commercial Space: Can be purchased separately
Owner Cash Flow: $132,626
Type of Sale: Share Sale
Asking Price: $295,000
Amenity Spa
This profitable business provides a full range of spa services to three world-class hotels. The company has built an excellent reputation for providing a friendly, nurturing, compassionate and open environment, where guests can enjoy individualized, holistic and therapeutic services that assist them in gentle rejuvenation of body, mind and spirit. Some of the many professional services range from massage, facials, manicures, pedicures, homeopathy and much more. This is an excellent opportunity for a buyer to take a great business to the next level.
Company Business Overview
Industry: Amenity Spa
Location: Whistler, British Columbia
Total Sales: $605,175
Owner Cash Flow: $89,015
Fixtures, Furniture & Equipment: $18,865 (included in listed price)
Inventory: $8,000 (included in listed price)
Type of Sale: Share Sale
Asking Price: $159,000
Commercial space (6,447sq.ft) fully operational restaurant
for lease or sale in a 4-star hotel in Whistler, British Columbia SOLD
Large commercial spaces are hard to come by in the number 1 rated ski resort in North America, Whistler. This 6,447 sq.ft operational restaurant and bar is on the ground floor of the Delta Whistler Village Suites. There are currently 225 seats in the dining room and bar, with 84 seats on the patio and 22 underground parking stalls. Centrally located in the village, this prime location is directly across the new Whistler Library and a few minutes walk to the Celebration Plaza. The 2010 Olympics are just around the corner and this turn key operation could be ready to go by the beginning of the busy summer season. Current lease expires October 2009, but the tenant is willing to leave as soon as a new tenant is in place.
Lease rate: $38 + $20 CAM.
Listed price: $3,800,000
Furniture and Home Furnishings Store SOLD
This consistently profitable business is the community's leading furniture and design store. Selling bedroom furniture, sofas, dining room furniture, linens, accessories, lamps, pictures, futons, mattresses, and other items basically covering the entire house. By controlling overhead costs, this company has maintained excellent margins on the goods it sells. While many other retailers have experienced declining sales, this company has increased its profitability. The company has a large number of repeat customers who live near the area and visit the business due to its reputation and long standing history in the community. Commercial accounts are responsible for 30% of company revenue. This is a perfect opportunity for a new owner to combine a great, profitable business with an amazing lifestyle.
Company Business Overview
Industry: Furniture and Houseware Business
Location: Whistler, British Columbia
Commercial Space: Lease
Inventory: $80,000 (included in listed price)
Furniture, Fixtures & Equipment: $6,800 (included in listed price)
Owner Cash Flow: $140,000
Type of Sale: Assets Sale
Asking Price: $349,000
Tour Company SOLD
Company Overview
This internet based business provides custom all season vacations to high-end international and North American travelers. The company provides accommodation, transportation services and a wide-range of activities on which it earns an average margin of 23%. The company has over 75 contracts in place with luxury hotel and service providres, the terms of which have steadily improved over the past 4 years. A Buyer can assume the terms and benefits of these contracts. Revenues grew by 63% in 2006, 65% in 2007, and are projected to grow by 40% in 2008.
Company Business Overview
Industry: Tour Operator
Location: Whistler, British Columbia
Employees: 2 Ft, 2 Pt
Cash Flow: FYE 2006 = $110,000, FYE 2007 = $122,000, FYE 2008 = $176,000
Type of Sale: Share Sale
Asking Price: $375,000
Contact one of our Business Borkers if you are interested in buying or selling a business in Whistler.
