$100,000 down - and take over payments!  That's all it takes to buy this park located in north-central Tennessee with 85 acres  If you LOVE forests, rivers, hiking and waterfalls - this park has it all!  Two beautiful waterfalls are actually located on the property.  Lots of wildlife - and peace and quiet!  When you come to visit this property be sure to bring your walking shoes so you can walk the trails and see these gorgeous waterfalls!  So far only 10 acres have been developed with 36 sites, main building with bathhouse, swimming pool and rental units - leaving lots of property for your future plans.  Plus, the campground comes with 2 homes.   One is a traditional stick-built home and the other is a deluxe double-wide mobile home.  Plenty of room for the family - or could be used for rental income!  Enjoy living and working in the beauty of Tennessee (and keep more of your hard-earned money as this state has no income tax!) 

Revived and Resuscitated!  Coming out of foreclosure, this park was operated for the bank by experienced multi-park owners; who ended up purchasing this neglected park.  They have been bringing this park back to life and have grown business to $210,000!  It is time for this park to have onsite owners who can step in and continue to bring this park back to life.  Conveniently located within 2 miles of the interstate this park features 50 campsites; 5 cabins; large main building with store, laundry and bathhouse; gameroom; snack bar; swimming pool; waterslide; and a 3 bedroom/2 bath owners home.  Take a look and see if you have an interest in this revived and resuscitated park!

Sales Price: $495,000 with $145,000 downpayment.   

Price REDUCED by $80,000!   Was $696,000 - Now Reduced to $615,000

Looking for a park in Tennessee?  This park has a great interstate location in central Tennessee.  Easy on and off from the exit and LOTS of extra long pull through sites make this park a favorite for the RVs traveling along this interstate.  Approx. 10 acres with small creek and pond.  The park has 40 full hook up sites and 2 rentals - plus demand and room to add more.  The buildings and grounds are well-kept and make a great impression (you won't see a lot of deferred maintenance here).  The Deluxe 2-bedroom owner's residence includes a huge master bath with whirlpool garden tub.  There is also a 1-bedroom apartment rental included, plus a workshop and a separate metal maintenance building.  The park is small enough for a couple to run by themselves - but has the potential to grow larger if that is your dream.  Plus, Tennessee has no state income tax - so more of your income stays in your pocket.  2012 gross income +/- $165,000.

$700,000

Small park cash flows to +/- $30K (after expenses and mortgage payments) - and ONLY OPEN 6 months!  In other words, this park makes enough during the season to pay all the operating expenses, pay the mortgage payments year-round; it "buys" itself, and pays you $30K cash profit on this part-time business - PLUS provides nice housing!  It might be small, but it has all the amenities, including a heated pool.  Perfect for the couple wanting a park they can run on their own.  Seasonal business closes for the winters - allowing you to travel to "warmer" climates.  Sales price $700,000 with $180,000 downpayment.

GREAT location near large POPULAR tourist area in the mountains.  Plus, located only 1 mile from a major interstate. 

WOW - this park is perfect for the vacationing family doing "tourist" stuff, and it is perfect for the big RV looking for an easy overnight site.  Approx. 10 acres with +/- 105 campsites, cabins, cottage, main building with bathhouse, laundry.  2 bedroom 1-bath apartment - completely remodeled this year!  Full facility park comes with swimming pool, pavilions, playground, second bathhouse,
AND room for expansion. 

Sales Price: $1,295,000 with $325,000 downpayment.   Some Seller Financing available to qualified buyers.

Convenient Location near 2 major interstates!  This is the closest "full facility" RV park to the BIG CITY in this area. 

Travelers in the big rigs LOVE the easy access and pull through sites!  Sports Lovers love the close proximity to the BIG CITY with
3 MAJOR professional teams!  Football (yeah, they've won the Super Bowl), Baseball (and the World Series), and Hockey (and the Cup Championship).  +/- 33 acres with 79 campsites.  Main building with store, bathhouse and laundry, park model for owner's or manager's residence.  Gross income $390,086.  WOW - they make $390K with only 79 sites?  YES, that is a testament to this GREAT LOCATION!  These owners spend the winters in FL - you could too!  

Sales Price: $1,450,000 with $395,000 downpayment.   Some Seller Financing available to qualified buyers.

LOTS of NEW is happening at this RV Park.  It has already been fixed up and modernized.  Now turnkey and ready for a buyer who does not have a construction background.  This owner has done it all so no need to worry about your fix up hat, marketing hat, advertising hat, etc.  All you need is your Buyers hat!  This park has been rehabbed and remodeled.  +/- 12 acres included in the sale, PLUS 20 additional acres available.  Park comes with 125 sites including several rental units.  Great location in a southeast state known for music, horses, and history.  The buildings and property are well-kept.  Beautiful modern Main Building and bathhouse.  Large Club Building for music and other activities.  Commercial kitchen for groups and parties.  Handy camper kitchen with sinks, stoves, etc. for camper usage.  Owners 3-bedroom residence with a possible second home available.  Plus, city water and sewer!  2012 Gross Income +/- $315,000.

The following parks are
UNDER CONTRACT

Park #263	Acres	Sites	Gross Income	Sales  Price	Downpayment
	48 with Pool and Pond	333 sites Includes 10 rentals	+/- $432,900	$1,325,000	$325,000
Campers come to this destination park to have fun!  This park is located in the heartland of America with a rural feel, but is near a major interstate and large population bases.  Recreational features include swimming pool, pond with paddle boats and fishing, gameroom, gem mining, playgrounds, mini-golf, peddle carts, planned activities and more.  Over 300 sites plus rental units can accommodate all types of campers and rigs and a base of seasonal campers provides steady income.  Owners want to retire and the park is ready for new energetic operators to build on the established business.  Amenities include large main building with store and snack bar; clubhouse; bathhouse; pavilion; extra large maintenance building and more.
Sales Price: $1,325,000 with $325,000 downpayment.  Some seller financing available to qualified buyers.

Park #313	Acres	Sites	Gross Income	Sales  Price	Downpayment
	+/- 10 acres	+/- 81 Campsites PLUS mobile home sites	$331,610	$1,575,000	$475,000
Enjoy FUN and SUN in the "Tourist" Land where EVERYONE wants to be! This park is a great "home base" for all types of attractions.  +/- 10 acres, +/- 81 full hook-up sites, plus mobile home sites, main building with store, bathhouse, laundry, swimming pool and shuffleboard.  VERY NICE NEW double-wide mobile home for owner or manager.  This business cash flows after expenses and mortgage payments!  Plus provides a home, living expenses and a "starting" cash return of +/- $80,000.
Sales Price: $1,575,000 with $475,000 downpayment.

Received the following email:  "It is such a pleasure to see a Hess package compared to the other broker's packages we have been reviewing!  Thank you for sending this and I look forward to receiving others that meet our needs for a seasonal park".  Tom and Julie

Recent Parks SOLD!
In an effort to continue your education:
Here is information on parks we have sold this year.
For more information or statistical data on parks SOLD
visit this link for Sold Statistics

SOLD!  #300  All in the ♥ of Pennsylvania Dutch country with old fashioned farms, horse and buggies, and home baked Amish goods, yet on one of the busiest highways into this tourist town rich in history, antiques and things to do.  More good news; the owner is absentee and the park has been run by managers.  We have found that even the most well-intentioned manager doesn't run a business like the owner.  2012 Gross Income (under the managers operation) about $273,000.  Some seasonal campers, but lots of sites available to make more  money with the higher profit weekend vacationer.  Take a look; do you see the opportunity we do?  Sales Price:  $1,050,000 with $265,000 downpayment.

SOLD!  #293  Perfect size for a couple to run on their own.  72 sites which includes 3 rustic cabins overlooking the picturesque fishing pond.  25 pull thru sites easily accommodate the overnighter campers you get from the nearby interstate which leads to 3 major population centers.  This smaller park has all the amenities and facilities that larger parks have; swimming pool, picnic pavilion, mini-golf, playground for both kids and dogs and hiking trails so all campers can enjoy nature.  The owners recently added a full facility rental lodge to start attracting friends of campers.  There is also a large 3 bedroom apartment above the store – perfect for the couple who will be living at and working their new business. Sales Price: $435,000 with $95,000 downpayment.  ALL Seller Financing available to qualified buyers.

SOLD!  #305  1,000's of Visitors come to this Popular Area in the Southeast.  Attractions include natural wonders, historic sites, Appalachian culture, plus the trails, rivers and mountains of this beautiful scenic valley.  +/- 43 acres with 110 campsites (including rentals), large main building, pavilion, swimming pool, playgrounds (human and pets!) and maintenance building.  Plus this park comes with 2 homes!  Making it a great park for multiple family members or partners!  2012 Estimated Gross Income $500,000.  Sales Price: $1,250,000 with $375,000 downpayment.  Seller financing available to qualified buyers.

SOLD!  #297 Large enough to support partners, multi-family members, or investor/operator.  43 acres, 163 sites (includes rentals), gross income +/- 635,000.  This park already has 2 homes and sits in a spacious historic valley full of activities.  The campsites overlook a picturesque fishing pond with  panoramic views of 2 mountain ranges full of scenic drives, hiking, hunting and fishing.  One look at the pictures and you'll see what we are trying to describe.  In summary, 25% downpayment gets you seller financing with mortgage payments of just $118K per year, leaving over $120K in profit. 
Sales Price: $2,245,000 with $575,000 downpayment - ALL Seller Financing available for qualified buyers. 

SOLD!  #261 Lakefront Campground!  19 acres with lake frontage.  65 sites includes 3 rentals.  Intersection of 2 major interstates that generate high volumes of guests which equals high nightly income.  Turnkey - the owners have put $120,000 in upgrades over the last 5 years and added custom built cottages and cabins.  Despite the recession and economic solwdow, this park continues to grow.  Gross income $235,000.  Sales Price $899,000 with $199,000 downpayment.  Some seller financing available.

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