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$3,669,000
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Commercial:  Business Opportunity
Built 1933
14.54 acres
Cass Lake-Bena schools
MLS# 6624781
763-576-8286
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    Property Description

    Discover the Historic Big Winnie General Store and RV Park â?? Bena, MN A timeless registered historical landmark located in Northern Minnesota, the Winnibigoshish General Store and RV Park, established in 1932, is now available for sale. Nestled in the heart of the scenic Chippewa National Forest along Highway 2 in Bena, this unique property is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, offering visitors and owners a rare chance to experience a piece of Minnesota's rich heritage. This Bavarian-inspired convenience store, a 1930s gem presents 42 seasonal RV spots, 12 year-round RV sites all with their own utilities averaging a spacious 42x100 in size, and 4 additional overnight sites â?? all meticulously maintained with recent upgrades including a new top of the line dispensing gas pumps, fuel tanks, and concrete work, new roofs on the garage and store and many numerous updates/upgrades. Including a public and Campground & guest laundromat, shower facilities, Volleyball court and playground areas. Everything you need to get started in your own Business venture is right here, just jump right in! The full-service convenience store provides essentials from groceries, bait, beer, and wine to off-sale liquor, coffee, and cappuccinos and offers pay at the pump. A must on this heavily traveled Highway. The property also includes a private residence, ideal for an owner or manager. The 3 bedroom Year round home has a spacious mud room with laundry, stainless steel appliances, new flooring, LED lights, 2 sizable Main floor bedrooms, a beautiful main bedroom Sanctuary upstairs. Double detached garage, a private backyard, with cozy patios to relax and enjoy the wildlife. Recreational amenities include direct access to walking and ATV, and snowmobile trails, as well as a nearby public beach and boat launch on Lake Winnibigoshish. A restored restroom, shower facilities, and modern laundry facilities add comfort to this historic retreat. The property line backs up to 57 Acres of the Chippewa National Forest- complete with a 1/4 mile walking trail from the RV park to access the sandy shoreline of Lake Winnibigoshish. Several lake side resorts are nearby and the Campground guests have launched their boats or rented boat slips in the past from these gracious owners . With a proven track record of success across diverse revenue streams like camping, cabins, and retail, and ample room for expansion, this turnkey opportunity combines historic allure with profitable potential. Embrace the spirit of Northern Minnesota and own a cherished part of Benaâ??s legacy. Create unforgettable memories for yourself and future generations at the Winnibigoshish General Store and RV Park!

    Listing

    Listing Status: Active
    Contingency: None
    List Price: $3,669,000
    Property Type: Commercial
    City: Bena
    Garage Spaces: 0
    County: Cass
    Year Built: 1933
    State: MN
    Property Style: Business Opportunity
    Zip Code: 56626

    Interior

    Appliances Included:
    • Dryer
    • Microwave
    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    Exterior

    Stories: Two
    Garage Spaces: 0
    Garage Dimensions: 24x30
    Garage Size: 720 ft2
    Other Parking Spaces: 25
    Air Conditioning: Central Air
    Foundation Size: 2,902 ft2
    Foundation Dimensions: 35 x 70
    Handicap Accessible: Fully Wheelchair
    Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
    Heating System: Forced Air
    Parking Features: Asphalt
    Shared Amenities:
    • Coin-op Laundry Owned
    • Deck
    • Other
    Unit Amenities: Washer/Dryer Hookup
    Road Frontage:
    • Highway
    • Township
    Exterior Material: Wood Siding

    Lot & Land

    Acres: 14.54
    Geolocation: 47.3455784825, -94.208842488
    Inclusions: Building, Business Assets, Inventory, Land, Liquor License
    Lot Dimensions: 1050 x 565
    Addl Parcels: 720274203, 720274205
    Zoning: Business/Commercial
    Lot Description: Property Adjoins Public Land

    Farm

    Topography: Level

    Schools

    School District: 115
    District Phone: 218-335-2204

    Financial & Taxes

    Tax Year: 2024
    Annual Taxes: $6,366
    Lender-owned: No
    Assessment Pending: Unknown
    Taxes w/ Assessments: $6,366

    Units

    Total Units: 4

    Miscellaneous

    Current Use:
    • Commercial
    • Other
    • Recreational
    • Residential
    • Restaurant
    • Retail
    Fuel System: Propane
    Owner Occupied: Yes
    Sewer System: Tank with Drainage Field
    Available Utilities:
    • Electric Separate
    • Heating Separate
    Water System: Submersible - 4 Inch

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