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Award-Winning Specialty Grocery & Wholesale Business
Business Description
Christopher Farms is a remarkable success story - a specialty grocery store and wholesale produce distribution business that has grown from $300,000 to over $1.3 million in annual revenue under current ownership. Located in the heart of Waynesville, North Carolina, this unique operation combines boutique retail grocery with profitable restaurant wholesale delivery.
What sets this business apart is its exclusive partnerships with Amish producers and local artisans, offering products you simply can't find at major retailers. The business has been voted "Best Produce Stand" and "Best Grocery Store" in Haywood County for multiple years, demonstrating exceptional community support and customer loyalty.
This is truly a lifestyle business with serious profit potential - perfect for someone wanting to be part of a thriving community while building substantial wealth.
What sets this business apart is its exclusive partnerships with Amish producers and local artisans, offering products you simply can't find at major retailers. The business has been voted "Best Produce Stand" and "Best Grocery Store" in Haywood County for multiple years, demonstrating exceptional community support and customer loyalty.
This is truly a lifestyle business with serious profit potential - perfect for someone wanting to be part of a thriving community while building substantial wealth.
About the Business
- Years in Operation
- 45
- Employees
- 3
- Facilities & Assets
- Real Estate: 6,500 sq ft facility with 2,500 sq ft retail space and 4,500 sq ft back room/storage area. Building features dual loading docks, three large walk-in coolers (recently renovated at $25k each), and significant expansion potential with front pedestrian walkway available for retail addition.
Equipment Included (~$250,000 value):
2 business delivery vehicles
Forklifts and material handling equipment
Commercial refrigeration throughout
24-foot vegetable display rack and multiple freezer/refrigerator units
Commercial warehouse shelving systems - Market Outlook / Competition
- Market & Competition:
Market Position: Operating in specialty/gourmet grocery segment, serving growing demand for locally-sourced, artisanal products.
Key Advantages:
Exclusive products unavailable at major retailers
Established customer base with exceptional loyalty
Dual revenue streams providing stability
Strategic high-visibility location
Market Trends: Increasing preference for local/organic products, growing farm-to-table movement, Waynesville population boom with retirees/transplants. - Opportunities for Growth
- Immediate Opportunities:
Current facility significantly underutilized
Access to 80,000+ products through established suppliers
Restaurant wholesale expansion (10 current, previously 30+ accounts)
Growth Strategies:
Geographic expansion to Asheville/Hendersonville markets
E-commerce development (frequently requested)
Private label products with Amish partners
Additional locations (Hendersonville site identified)
Front expansion could double retail space
Market validation through constant supplier inquiries and customer shipping requests.
Real Estate
- Owned or Leased
- Leased
About the Sale
- Seller Motivation
- Retirement
- Transition Support
- Current owners are committed to ensuring a smooth transition and your success:
Comprehensive Training Program: Detailed hands-on training covering all aspects of operations
Supplier Introductions: Personal introductions to all key suppliers and restaurant customers
Standard Operating Procedures: Detailed SOPs covering daily operations and procurement.
Listing Info
- ID
- 2377208
- Listing Views
- 1046
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