Turnkey Dessert Franchise — York County, SC
Business Description
Full Buildout, Trained Team & Shift Leadership in Place
Acquire a staffed, fully equipped dessert franchise in York County without the delay and buildout work involved in opening a new location. The store is open and operating with a full buildout completed in 2025, a walk-in freezer, production and service equipment, furnishings, POS systems, inventory at normal operating levels, and nine part-time employees, including one team leader and two shift leaders.
Day-to-day operations are supported by the trained team with limited owner presence. Several experienced college employees also return during summer and spring breaks, providing additional seasonal coverage during peak periods. This gives a buyer an operating platform from day one while leaving meaningful upside for an active local owner.
The concept is built around highly visual, experience-oriented desserts with broad appeal for families, celebrations, group outings and community events. Growth opportunities include school and youth partnerships, catering, private events, community outreach, local business relationships and more consistent grassroots marketing.
The franchisor has waived the transfer fee, initial franchise fee and right of first refusal, removing significant cost and friction from the franchise-transfer process. A buyer must complete the franchisor’s background-check and approval process, execute the then-current franchise agreement and complete any required buyer-paid training.
The leased location contains approximately 1,994 square feet. Current all-in monthly rent is $7,893.12, including base rent and additional rent for CAM, taxes and insurance. The lease has approximately 8.5 years remaining, plus two additional five-year renewal options.
Financial information is supported by QuickBooks and the filed federal tax return. Detailed financial reconciliation and supporting documents are available to qualified buyers after a signed confidentiality agreement and proof of funds.
The owners are selling to focus on another location and their growing family. This is a debt-free, cash-free asset sale. Seller financing is not offered, although buyers may pursue third-party financing.
Past performance does not guarantee future results.
Day-to-day operations are supported by the trained team with limited owner presence. Several experienced college employees also return during summer and spring breaks, providing additional seasonal coverage during peak periods. This gives a buyer an operating platform from day one while leaving meaningful upside for an active local owner.
The concept is built around highly visual, experience-oriented desserts with broad appeal for families, celebrations, group outings and community events. Growth opportunities include school and youth partnerships, catering, private events, community outreach, local business relationships and more consistent grassroots marketing.
The franchisor has waived the transfer fee, initial franchise fee and right of first refusal, removing significant cost and friction from the franchise-transfer process. A buyer must complete the franchisor’s background-check and approval process, execute the then-current franchise agreement and complete any required buyer-paid training.
The leased location contains approximately 1,994 square feet. Current all-in monthly rent is $7,893.12, including base rent and additional rent for CAM, taxes and insurance. The lease has approximately 8.5 years remaining, plus two additional five-year renewal options.
Financial information is supported by QuickBooks and the filed federal tax return. Detailed financial reconciliation and supporting documents are available to qualified buyers after a signed confidentiality agreement and proof of funds.
The owners are selling to focus on another location and their growing family. This is a debt-free, cash-free asset sale. Seller financing is not offered, although buyers may pursue third-party financing.
Past performance does not guarantee future results.
About the Business
- Years in Operation
- 1
- Employees
- 9 Part-time
Nine part-time employees, including one team leader and two shift leaders. Sever - Franchise
- This business is an established franchise
- Facilities & Assets
- Approximately 1,994 sq. ft. leased retail location with a substantial 2025 buildout, walk-in freezer, production and service equipment, furnishings, POS systems, and inventory at normal operating levels included. Monthly all-in rent is $7,893.12. The lease has approximately 8.5 years remaining plus two 5-year renewal options. Final assignment and buyer approval remain subject to landlord review.
- Market Outlook / Competition
- The business serves a growing York County trade area with family, school, community-event, and residential demand. It competes with ice cream, bakery, and specialty-dessert operators but is differentiated by its experience-oriented product format, recent buildout, trained team, and established operating systems.
- Opportunities for Growth
- The primary opportunity is stronger local owner involvement. Growth opportunities include school and youth partnerships, catering, private events, community outreach, local business partnerships, and more consistent local marketing. The store currently operates with limited owner presence, creating clear opportunities for an active local owner to improve sales and operating leverage. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
Real Estate
- Owned or Leased
- Leased
- Building Sq. Ft.
- 1,994
- Rent
- $7,893 per month
About the Sale
- Seller Motivation
- Owners are focusing on another location and their growing family.
- Transition Support
- The franchisor has waived the transfer fee, initial franchise fee, and right of first refusal. Buyer must complete a background check, execute the franchisor’s then-current franchise agreement, and complete any buyer-paid training required by the franchisor. Seller will provide reasonable transition support, with scope and schedule to be agreed.
- Financing Options
- All-in rent is $7,893.12, including base rent, CAM, taxes, and insurance.
Listing Info
- ID
- 2531665
- Listing Views
- 114
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