Turnkey Pickleball Café + Boutique Airbnb Suites in Missouri Tourism H
Business Description
Pickle & Perk is a one-of-a-kind, design-forward café, boutique, and micro-hotel in the heart of Missouri’s top outdoor tourism region.
Built in 2023 with over $600K invested, this property features:
A beautifully designed café serving craft coffee with big-city vibes in a small town
A curated boutique showcasing regional goods
Three income-producing Airbnb suites featured for their bold, stylish interiors
A private pickleball court that introduced the sport to the area
Located in Ironton, Missouri—minutes from Elephant Rocks, Johnson’s Shut-Ins, and Taum Sauk Mountain—this business attracts thousands of tourists and weekenders annually from nearby St. Louis and surrounding states.
With strong annual revenue (operating seasonally), strong local support, and high occupancy in the Airbnb suites, Pickle & Perk is turnkey and primed for growth. Add a second court, launch a kitchen, or franchise the brand—the foundation is already here.
Built in 2023 with over $600K invested, this property features:
A beautifully designed café serving craft coffee with big-city vibes in a small town
A curated boutique showcasing regional goods
Three income-producing Airbnb suites featured for their bold, stylish interiors
A private pickleball court that introduced the sport to the area
Located in Ironton, Missouri—minutes from Elephant Rocks, Johnson’s Shut-Ins, and Taum Sauk Mountain—this business attracts thousands of tourists and weekenders annually from nearby St. Louis and surrounding states.
With strong annual revenue (operating seasonally), strong local support, and high occupancy in the Airbnb suites, Pickle & Perk is turnkey and primed for growth. Add a second court, launch a kitchen, or franchise the brand—the foundation is already here.
About the Business
- Years in Operation
- 1
- Employees
- 3
- Facilities & Assets
- New construction (2023) on a high-visibility lot in Ironton, MO. Includes:
• Café with indoor & courtyard seating
• Boutique retail space
• 3 fully furnished, high-end Airbnb suites
• 1 private pickleball court
• Laundry + office/storage (option for larger kitchen build-out, owners suite, or office) - Website
- https://www.pickleandperk.com
- Market Outlook / Competition
- Located in Arcadia Valley—a scenic region drawing tens of thousands of visitors annually from St. Louis and surrounding states—Pickle & Perk benefits from strong seasonal tourism driven by nearby state parks (Elephant Rocks, Johnson’s Shut-Ins, Taum Sauk Mountain).
The business has no direct competition offering the same combination of:
High-design Airbnb lodging
Craft coffee & boutique retail
Private pickleball experience
It’s the first of its kind in the region and has already developed strong local loyalty, media buzz, and repeat tourism bookings. - Opportunities for Growth
- Pros:
Add additional pickleball court(s)
Launch a larger commercial kitchen to expand food offerings and revenue
Extend hours or open year-round (currently seasonal)
Strong franchise potential
Cons:
Currently closed during winter months, limiting annual revenue
Limited staffing pool in rural market (though manageable with small team)
Real Estate
- Owned or Leased
- Owned
- Included in asking price
- Building Sq. Ft.
- 4,616
About the Sale
- Seller Motivation
- Owners are transitioning focus to family health needs and other growing business
- Transition Support
- Sellers are offering comprehensive transition support, including:
Operational training for café, Airbnb, and boutique systems
Brand materials and supplier relationships
Social media strategy and booking platform training
Franchise documents and expansion planning resources can be provided for buyers interested in scaling or replicating the concept.
Listing Info
- ID
- 2360888
- Listing Views
- 1023
Business Location
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