How to Sell a Resort

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We'll help you understand the value of your property and make recommendations to maximize its saleability.

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We'll create a marketing strategy that's tailor-made to your specific property.

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We'll manage the sales process to ensure a successful close to every transaction.

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"I knew that Frank and his team at SVN | Northco were the brokerage to go with."

Ryan Thompson

Previous Owner of Dove Valley Ranch, Longbow and Power Ranch, Seller

"We felt confident that SVN | Northco was the right team to guide us through the process."

Kittie Fenlason & Wes Fenlason

Previous Owners of Blackberry Ridge Golf Club

"The collaborative environment that was led by the brokerage team made the whole experience a positive one that I would recommend to other buyers and sellers."

Mike Regan

Previous Owner of The Wilds Golf Club, Seller

"Your access to qualified buyers and your management of the sales process was excellent."

Robert L. Ryan

CEO/Seller, Odyssey Resorts

"I highly recommend the SVN Northco team to anyone considering buying or selling a resort property."

Dennis Rysdahl

Previous Owner of Bluefin Bay Family of Resorts, Seller

"We were very pleased with their depth of experience with Midwest resorts."

Scott Harrison

Previous Owner of Lutsen Resort, Seller

"Thanks to SVN for guiding Ruttger’s forward for future generations of guests.”

Chris Ruttger

Previous Owner and Great Grandson of the Founder, Seller

"I cannot say enough good things about SVN | Northco."

Curt Bradley

Previous Owner of Wild Eagle Lodge, Seller

University of St. Thomas - Gainey Conference Center

"Thanks to the creativity and expertise of the SVN | Northco team, we ultimately closed a very complex asset sale with great results for all involved."

Mark Vangsgard

Vice President for Business Affairs and CFO for University of St. Thomas, Seller

"During the entire process, the SVN | Northco team was involved in some part to ensure that our expectations were met."

Chip Bromann

Previous Owner of Pinewood Country Club, Seller

"In working with SVN | Northco on both the buying and selling side, we couldn't recommend them more."

The Duoos Family

Previous Owners of The Shallows Resort, Buyer and Seller

"The SVN | Northco team was exceptional to work with. I couldn't have been happier with the process."

Gregg & Diana Hennum

Previous Owners of Sportsman's Lodge, Seller

"Their overall knowledge and experience within the industry is unparalleled to most."

Mark Ludlow

Previous Owner of Ludlow's Island Resort, Seller

"More than just realtors, they have years of experience in brokerage, investments, consulting, management and even ownership."

Jay & June Schelde

Previous Owners of Pike Bay Lodge, Seller

"They were proactive, communicative, and highly detail-oriented from start to finish, resulting in a smooth transaction and a strong outcome."

Susan Hoelscher

Previous Owner, Colorado Bear Creek Cabins LLC, Seller

"The team's personal approach, attention to detail and knowledge of the industry as brokers and owners of their own resorts was a tremendous benefit."

Rob and Beth Ryyken

Previous Owners of Timber Bay Lodge & Houseboats, Seller

"We made the right decision in working with SVN | Northco and now the sale of our camp allows us to continue on with our foundation's mission."

Patrick Kindler

Board Chair, One Heartland, Seller

"Working with SVN | Northco made this bittersweet transition a highly positive experience."

Fred and Debi Anderson

Previous Owners of The Ashbrooke Hotel

"We have appreciated the knowledge and sophistication that SVN | Northco has brought to the table."

Scott Siler

CEO, Cote Family Companies

"SVN | Northco was extremely responsive, professional, efficient, and effective throughout the entire process."

Bruce Kerfoot

Owner, Seller

"We plan to continue working with them for years to come."

Joe Re

Owner, Seller

"The SVN | Northco team was engaged, professional, and ensured a smooth transaction."

Phil Kotula

Owner, Seller

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"I knew that Frank and his team at SVN | Northco were the brokerage to go with."

Ryan Thompson

Previous Owner of Dove Valley Ranch, Longbow and Power Ranch, Seller

"We felt confident that SVN | Northco was the right team to guide us through the process."

Kittie Fenlason & Wes Fenlason

Previous Owners of Blackberry Ridge Golf Club

"The collaborative environment that was led by the brokerage team made the whole experience a positive one that I would recommend to other buyers and sellers."

Mike Regan

Previous Owner of The Wilds Golf Club, Seller

"Your access to qualified buyers and your management of the sales process was excellent."

Robert L. Ryan

CEO/Seller, Odyssey Resorts

"I highly recommend the SVN Northco team to anyone considering buying or selling a resort property."

Dennis Rysdahl

Previous Owner of Bluefin Bay Family of Resorts, Seller

"We were very pleased with their depth of experience with Midwest resorts."

Scott Harrison

Previous Owner of Lutsen Resort, Seller

"Thanks to SVN for guiding Ruttger’s forward for future generations of guests.”

Chris Ruttger

Previous Owner and Great Grandson of the Founder, Seller

"I cannot say enough good things about SVN | Northco."

Curt Bradley

Previous Owner of Wild Eagle Lodge, Seller

"Thanks to the creativity and expertise of the SVN | Northco team, we ultimately closed a very complex asset sale with great results for all involved."

Mark Vangsgard

Vice President for Business Affairs and CFO for University of St. Thomas, Seller

"During the entire process, the SVN | Northco team was involved in some part to ensure that our expectations were met."

Chip Bromann

Previous Owner of Pinewood Country Club, Seller

"In working with SVN | Northco on both the buying and selling side, we couldn't recommend them more."

The Duoos Family

Previous Owners of The Shallows Resort, Buyer and Seller

"The SVN | Northco team was exceptional to work with. I couldn't have been happier with the process."

Gregg & Diana Hennum

Previous Owners of Sportsman's Lodge, Seller

"Their overall knowledge and experience within the industry is unparalleled to most."

Mark Ludlow

Previous Owner of Ludlow's Island Resort, Seller

"More than just realtors, they have years of experience in brokerage, investments, consulting, management and even ownership."

Jay & June Schelde

Previous Owners of Pike Bay Lodge, Seller

"They were proactive, communicative, and highly detail-oriented from start to finish, resulting in a smooth transaction and a strong outcome."

Susan Hoelscher

Previous Owner, Colorado Bear Creek Cabins LLC, Seller

"The team's personal approach, attention to detail and knowledge of the industry as brokers and owners of their own resorts was a tremendous benefit."

Rob and Beth Ryyken

Previous Owners of Timber Bay Lodge & Houseboats, Seller

"We made the right decision in working with SVN | Northco and now the sale of our camp allows us to continue on with our foundation's mission."

Patrick Kindler

Board Chair, One Heartland, Seller

"Working with SVN | Northco made this bittersweet transition a highly positive experience."

Fred and Debi Anderson

Previous Owners of The Ashbrooke Hotel

"We have appreciated the knowledge and sophistication that SVN | Northco has brought to the table."

Scott Siler

CEO, Cote Family Companies

"SVN | Northco was extremely responsive, professional, efficient, and effective throughout the entire process."

Bruce Kerfoot

Owner, Seller

"We plan to continue working with them for years to come."

Joe Re

Owner, Seller

"The SVN | Northco team was engaged, professional, and ensured a smooth transaction."

Phil Kotula

Owner, Seller

Marketing Strategy

Maximize The Value of Your Resort

A custom marketing strategy meets multiple media channels.

The SVN Shared Value Network®

The Most Popular Third Party Listing Sites

Property Email Blasts

SVN | Live® Weekly Property Broadcast

Word of Mouth & Networking

Direct Phone Calls to Prospective Buyers

Fliers & Postcards

Interactive Apps

Featured Projects

Resorts

We have worked on hospitality projects across the country.

Odyssey Resort Portfolio

North Shore of Lake Superior

6 Resorts • North Shore Lake Superior

Seller Representation

Invested

Quarterdeck Resort

Nisswa, MN

Popular Brainerd Resort on Gull Lake

Seller Representation

Bluefin Bay Family of Resorts

Tofte, MN

235 Bedrooms • Trophy Asset on Lake Superior

Seller Representation

Ruttger's Bay Lake Resort

Deerwood, MN

Historic Resort • Fourth Generation Family-Owned

Seller Representation

Invested

Lutsen Resort

Lutsen, MN

50 Acres • 209 Rooms

Seller Representation

Sportsman's Lodge

Baudette, MN

Largest Resort on Lake of the Woods

Seller Representation

Ludlow's Island Resort

Cook, MN

Island Resort on Lake Vermilion

Seller Representation

Invested

Four Seasons Island Resort

Pembine, WI

55 Suites • 9 Holes • 193 AC

Seller Representation

SVN | Northco Advisors

Contact Our Team

We have specialists in golf courses, resorts, and hospitality.

Frank Jermusek, J.D.

Managing Director / Principal

952.820.1615 frank.jermusek@svn.com

Edward Rupp

Principal

952.820.1634 edward.rupp@svn.com

Emilia Molle

Principal

952.820.1618 emilia.molle@svn.com

Chris Kubesh

Senior Advisor

952.820.1668 chris.kubesh@svn.com