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Buy or sell your Entertainment & Leisure business with the Henderson Business Group. Serving the Midwest with offices in Des Moines, Iowa and Omaha, Nebraska.

Below are available businesses under Entertainment & Leisure category.


4-Pack of Convenience Stores! Listing Number: 1699
Agent: Brian Henderson
Conglomeration of 4 high-quality c-store/gas stations strategically located in eastern/central Nebraska. All 4 locations are perfectly located to take advantage of the high traffic counts and highway accessibility necessary for this type of business. Customers have come to expect and enjoy the convenience these locations offers combined with outstanding service the company is known for!
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Apple Orchard/Seasonal Retail Listing Number: 1702
Agent: Bruce Smith
70-plus year old, 60 acre apple orchard/retail business located on busy highway.  Turn key operation that is open from the end of July to the first week of November. Newer 60 x 260 steel barn/retail facility. Great retail operation includes large commercial kitchen facility, playground for children, motorized rides, pies, cider, apples, peaches and fresh vegetables.. This orchard has become an annual family destination.
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Boarding Kennel and Residence Listing Number: 1690
Agent: Mike Schoville
In addition to the 2,340 square foot pet boarding kennel with dog runs, this listing includes a 1,629 finished square foot home with swimming pool on 3.846 heavily-wooded acres right in the middle of town. This is a life-style business for those that love pets, with a home near the street in front and the kennel just a few short steps away on the back portion of the lot. The property has access on two sides, presenting the opportunity for residential development.
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Casual Dining Restaurant Listing Number: 1669
Agent: Mike Schoville
The originator of one of Iowa's most popular casual dining restaurant brands is now making one of the company-owned restaurants available for individual purchase. This restaurant has established a reputation for providing great food in a vibrant yet relaxed setting. Made-from scratch meals are served with personal attention not found in fast-food restaurants, and with pricing that fine dining establishments can't match.

As a franchisee, the buyer of this restaurant will benefit from a well-known brand name, protected territory, on-site corporate training, supply chain discounts, proprietary menu items, and localized advertising. Accounting and marketing support is provided by the corporate staff.

This is a unique opportunity for a business-minded person to become the owner/operator of a fully-operational turnkey restaurant with trained staff in place and customers coming in the door.
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Convenience Store Listing Number: 1675
Agent: Dennis Henderson

C Store is only 2 years old and sales have been increasing monthly. In addition, food service was added 6 months ago and is increasing revenues.  There are additional opportunities for revenue growth by adding additional food service (restaurant) or a car wash.

C Store (convenience gas store) that was built new in 2007. It is constructed of 2X6 wood frame and brick exterior walls and is a very high quality structure. The 60’ X 40’ building has a concrete floor with porcelain ceramic flooring. The two ½ bathrooms are tiled throughout for easy maintenance and cleaning. The canopy over the pumps is 30’ X 75’ and the total lot area is 37,462 square feet. The parking is a concrete parking lot around the building and covers the lot.

Fuel storage is 20,000 Gallon dual wall fiberglass underground storage tanks with a total of 12 dispensers for fuel. Fuel service is Diesel, E-85, Silver/Ethanol and Unleaded. (Premium fuel could be added).

C Store is offering BP fuel as the BP terminal is nearby but is not branded as such and new owner could brand other fuel is they would choose to do so.
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Deck Design and Build Listing Number: 1679
Agent: Dale Gleason

This quality company has an outstanding reputation built over 18 years. Projects range in size from $2000 to $450K. With a steady flow of clients seeking to improve their homes, this business has prospered regardless of economy fluctuations. The owner subcontracts work to reputable contractors so he can spend his time with customers designing their custom deck. A plus to this company is the low amount of working capital that will be required to own and operate this business.

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Dog Gourmet Treats Listing Number: 1696
Agent: Phil Corbin

ATTENTION DOG LOVERS: Turn your passion for pets into a rewarding career with this business selling gourmet dog treats, dog-related merchandise and gifts for dog lovers. Current owner operates one retail location, with additional equipment  for a second location included in the sale.

We love our pets, as evidenced by the continued growth in the pet industry despite tough economic times. This owner has increased sales every year since buying the business from the original owner in 2007. The owner believes that opening a second location would double current revenues.

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Donut Shop (New!)   Listing Number: 1726
Agent: Dale Gleason
With more than 70 varieties of Warm’n Fresh donuts and bakery products this business offers customers a diverse menu that includes: donuts, cinnamon rolls, muffins, bagels and croissants. The business features top-grade fruit filling, aromatic spices such as cinnamon and nutmeg, bittersweet chocolate frosting and pure vegetable oil (no animal fats).  A large beverage selection is offered, which includes specially blended coffee made from the highest grade of dark roasted Arabica beans. The business’s warm and fresh guarantee promises products and personable service from the moment they walk through the door.
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Fitness Center Listing Number: 1695
Agent: Brian Henderson
Business is a fitness workout facility and part of a very successful franchise system. The franchise fitness program allows you to get a complete aerobic and strength training workout in just 30 minutes. The system is built around easy-to-learn hydraulic resistance machines, so there are no cumbersome weight stacks to change or manage. The machines are designed specifically for women.
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Florist/Specialty Listing Number: 1706
Agent: Wendy Wortmann

This Specialty Florist Buisness uses a patented process of transferring images and messages onto fresh-cut flowers without harming or shortening the life of the flowers.  This refreshing twist on the giving of flowers enhances the emotional response in both the giver and the receiver.  This business can be operated on a part-time or full-time basis from your home or in a retail environment.  The business being offered in this presentation is for the Omaha / Lincoln, Nebraska Territory.

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Health & Medical Listing Number: 1676
Agent: Mike Schoville

This business franchise has been awarded by Entrepreneur Magazine as one of the BEST in its industry. You will enjoy corporate support from the home office in Texas and local support from the area’s Regional Developer. Turn-key business locations are available or you can build your own in your area with the help of the facility design and project management team. Depending on your management style, you can be actively involved with day-to-day activities, or the business model lends itself to minimal involvement.  Financial Requirements include -- Net worth: $250,000-$350,000, Working Capital:  $30,000, Franchise Fee: $42,000, Total Investment: $228,000-$446,000.

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Ice Cream (Super Premium) Listing Number: 1722
Agent: Brian Henderson

A super premium ice cream store that hand-mixes the freshest fruits, the finest nuts, the sweetest candies, the most delicious cookies in the made fresh Ice Cream on the now famous frozen slab and served with our fresh baked signature waffle cones and homemade brownies.  Every batch of gourmet ice cream is created with loving care right in-store.Catering - we can bring a gourmet touch to any occasion as we dish out the freshest ice cream in the world. Business generates in excess of $100,000 to the owner.  Could be absentee owned by utilizing the existing camera system.

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Instructional Studios Listing Number: 1712
Agent: Phil Corbin

This business offers instructional curriculums taught by certified professionals for students of all ages and levels, from pre-school through adult. The business was established over 20 years ago, and expanded to a second location in 2006. Both studios are located in affluent suburban areas, with easy street access and ample parking. Both  studios have been professionally decorated to create a cheerful, pleasant environment.

The business meets a need that is growing in part because of shrinking funding in the school systems. In anticipation of increased demand, the owners have developed a basic business model that can easily be expanded to additional locations.

This can be a fun and rewarding business to own, with plenty of interaction with parents and the local business community. Although it may be helpful, an educational background is not required to own and operate this business.

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Lounge & Grille Listing Number: 1704
Agent: Dennis Huffine
Beautiful bar & restaurant, with open ceilings, etched concrete floor, impressive stone bar, comfortable padded rolling chairs and a spacious patio, which overlooks a Golf Course.  Excellent signage offers great traffic exposure. Current focus on late night entertainment could be balanced with other promotional events and activities. Opportunity for substantially increasing sales by expanding hours of operation, concentrating on food business, sports viewing promotions and after work (happy hour) business.
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Motel Listing Number: 1691
Agent: David Hansen

This could be the perfect start up, retirement business or "snow bird" business! In the last three years the owners have done complete remodeling to include new maintenance free exterior, steel roof, windows, doors, boiler, furnance for living quarters, water heaters, appliances in all units and more, so required maintenance is minimal.

Much of the businesss comes from construction on local projects, which are generally for weeks, and a number of national/regional events, bring people in for days at a time, and local tourist attractions.

The living quarter is over 1000 square feet finished w/2 bedrooms, bath, kitchen, living room, dining room and an unfinished basement as well as a free standing 2 1/2 car garage.  There are approximantly 2 acres of clear, level land behind the building waiting for someone's special project, such as a daycare, storage buildings or a kennel. 

Historically this business was closed for winters, but the current owner's have stayed open.
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Orchard/Gift Shop Listing Number: 1665
Agent: Brian Henderson

This is a life-style, multi-faceted business open from August 1 through December 23 each year.  During the season the business is very busy with a constant flow of people and activities. The h usband oversees the orchard management during the growing season.  The hired man oversees the picking in the fall, while the husband joins the wife inside to help manage the restaurant, bakery and grading segments of the business.  The wife manages the sales area and the gift shop business segments, as well as she also does the bookkeeping. During these six months, all divisions are positively contributing to the business performance and are attractions to both regular customers and new visitors.

Then, during the six month off-season, the owners have an opportunity to recharge their batteries, fine tune their business, attend and buy product at various product shows and plan for the next year.
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Profitable West Omaha Bar Listing Number: 1598
Agent: Jennifer Haller
This is a lounge in the truest sense of the word.  Upscale, yet comfortable, this profitable neighborhood bar offers great music (D.J. and Karaoke).  They also feature nightly specials on drinks, league play for darts and billiards, beer pong and tippy cup tournaments, too.  The current owner has focused on building and maintaining a loyal after-9:00 PM clientele.  It is a favorite stop-off for area servers to relax and unwind at the end of their shifts.  This is a regular stop on the party bus circuit and for holiday revelers.  As good as it is, you can make it better!
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Restaurant Listing Number: 1708
Agent: Jack Mullane
Business is a full service casual dining restaurant. Business has a full menu of steaks, seafood, pasta, burgers, sandwiches, salads, soups and desserts. Business also serves breakfast. Business prides its self in making sure the customer has a special dining experience each and every time. This treatment has paid off with a loyal customer base from even beyond its metro area. The restaurant seats 84 and serves on average 900 per week. The average ticket for Breakfast $5.00; Lunch $6.00 and Diner $ 8.00. No alcoholic beverages.
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Restaurant/Lounge Sports Bar Listing Number: 1634
Agent: Jaclynn Jacobs

This popular 7,000 square foot restaurant & lounge includes a very accessible parking lot located on a major State Highway that is the major arterial route in the City.  This popular establishment is home to the area’s best lounge serving the best burgers and bar food in town. 

Leisure activities include a huge Pool Room, multiple flat screens for sports events and seating for large private parties and public celebrations.  CLASS C LIQUOR LICENSE allows Owner to add On-Sale packaged liquor store to the business.  Currently, the Owner does not open on Sundays.   Sunday opening offers  an opportunity to increase revenues, especially during sporting events.

Adjacent to the City’s major hotels, manufacturers, businesses and retailers, this business has been continuously operating since 1983 with the same ownership; the pride of ownership really shows in this well maintained and well-known local meeting place.  The ownership has maintained excellent financial records making it a business with provable income and cash flow.



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Sports Bar & Grill Listing Number: 1666
Agent: Don Mills

Notice:  This business has has been closed effective October 3,2009. 

Raceway Motorsport Café was a full service Bar and Grill operation.  The present location has been a Bar and Grill, in different formats for the past 70 years.  The theme of the Bar and Grill is focused on Automobile Racing and plays to the large Nascar Track located on the South side of Newton.  The Bar is being offered as a turnkey business; add your inventory and staff to start your operations
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Upscale Lounge Listing Number: 1721
Agent: Don Mills
This well established upscale lounge is conveniently located at one of major I80/I35 Interstate Exits.  The current owner has targeted a more "mature" customer base, rather than the 23 - 35 crowd, with soft décor and live music on selected nights.  There is limited capacity for food.  This a "golden opportunity" for the food/beverage and hospitality professional to own their own business for less than the "cost to create".
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Veterinary Clinic Listing Number: 1689
Agent: Phil Corbin

This is a well-established small animal and large food animal veterinary practice serving over 1700 customers. The clinic provides animal health care, conducts surgical procedures, and sells animal health care products, pet foods, and related supplies. The seller notes that growth opportunities exist in the areas of providing additional healthcare and wellnes services, diagnostics, and equine work.

The real estate includes a spacious clinic facility with an attached warehouse, on a large lot with room for expansion.

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