Cold Stone Creamery Fort Stewart, GA - On The Fort Stewart Army Base!
Fort Stewart, Georgia, United States
Asking Price$59k
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Description
Fort Stewart & Hunter Army Airfield Serve About 21,200 Soldiers, 10,200 Family Members, 4,350 Civilians And 19,000 Retirees
Listing Summary: Offering the best tasting, made-to-order ice cream! Churned in-store fresh daily using only the finest ingredients and mixed on a frozen granite stone with endless combinations of fruits, nuts, candy, sauces and more. Also, dairy-free sorbet. Plus, a new plant based almond milk product. Every creation made-to-order available in cups, cones, waffle bowls and shakes, plus mix & go. Every option for everyone, all served in a fun and friendly atmosphere.
As well as sundaes and smoothies along with pre-packed quarts and party packs. In addition to the richest ice cream cakes, cupcakes and cookie sandwiches for takeout or conveniently ordered online or by smart phone 24 hrs/day. Cold Stone has the perfect cake for any occasion: signature, birthday, kid-themed, petite, custom and photo cakes, plus signature pies.
Cold Stone is the nation's leading premium ice cream brand. Voted "Best Ice Cream" countless times. Quality, variety and choice-what customers want! With seemingly endless combinations of mix-ins, allows customers to dream up their own ice cream treat or choose from their wildly popular Signature Creations. Never prepackaged or shipped in, it's the freshness factor that sets them apart. Better because made fresh every day in every store, puts them in a class of their own. Industry experts categorize Cold Stone as "Super Premium." An artisanal ice cream churned fresh on-site with high standards for taste, consistency and texture.
Well established location for 12 years. Low overhead costs. Currently absentee owned - better suited for an owner operator. Needs a hands-on operator to re-grow the business - pre-Covid sales as high as $400,000!
Feel free to stop by the location as a customer first. This is a HIGHLY confidential listing, DO NOT talk to any owners, employees or patrons. If interested, please email Tami Hillier at [email protected] or call 503-319-4626 for more information. Showings by appointment only outside of business hours.
Real Estate
Leased
Business is
Absentee Owner
Number of EmployeesFull-Time: 2Part-Time: 2
Year Established
2012
Reason Selling
Now lives out of state
Facilities & Assets
Owners Role: Absentee owner - needs a hands-on operator to re-grow the business
Square Feet: 1,295
Seating: 40 (Food Court)
Days/Hrs of Operation: Mo-Fr 12n-5:30p (Closed Sa-Su / Limited Hours)
Leased space - rent 10% of sales (currently ~ $1,000/mth gross). All utilities - water, electricity and HVAC entirely covered by the base (zero cost to the owner)! Current lease expires in Aug 2032 with one 10-year option.
Support & Training
80 hours at an approved training store, plus 5 days online corporate training.
Market & Competition
Ice cream is America's favorite dessert. And Cold Stone is the ultimate ice cream experience, beloved by millions of customers. Enjoys incredible household name recognition & loyalty. A truly remarkable brand w/proven staying power!
Ranked #1 in Category. Ranked in the Top 50 Beloved Brands, “Consumer Pick” & “1st Place for Craveability”-Nation's Restaurant News. Ranked in the Top 200 Countries Best Franchises-Franchise Times. Ranked in the Top 100 Global Franchises In The World-Franchise Direct. Ranked in the Top 50-Entrepreneur Franchise 500.
Growth Opportunities
1st store opened in 1988, began franchising in 1994. After 30 yrs, this iconic brand continues to thrive & grow. Currently operating more than 1,000 locations in the US & hundreds internationally.
And Cold Stone continues to expand co-branded partnerships & create new flavors to increase sales. Is also committed to innovation, offering special themed products to celebrate each season, holiday & big blockbuster movie. Also has the highest avg unit sales volume of any ice cream concept. Plus, it's easy-to-run using only state-of-the-art equipment!