Resorts For Sale in MN

When looking for your next new beachfront resort, you may want to start searching a little further north from the equator. From gorgeous lakefronts and sandy beaches to the beauty of the Northwoods, Minnesota is an incredible destination for a romantic getaway, a friends trip, or a family vacation. 

Countless beautiful properties line the North Shore along Lake Superior and all throughout Minnesota. In the land of 10,000 lakes, Minnesota is literally home to thousands of pristine lakes throughout the state. There's no shortage of stunning vistas, activities, and experiences that draw in guests from all over year after year. 

Not only does the scenery rival tropical destinations, but Minnesota resorts are often more affordable than overseas locations, easier to travel to, and require far less logistics and planning. Most Minnesota resorts are only a couple hours drive from the main city centers Minneapolis and St. Paul, allowing vacationers to easily get away for a weekend trip or plan for a longer stay.

Plus, northern locations like Minnesota will likely become even more popular for out-of-state guests who want to escape the heat of summer, particularly in southwestern states where temps can reach unbearable levels. With scorching temperatures, nothing will seem quite as good as enjoying a warm, Minnesotan summer evening, relaxing next to a cool lake.

Year-Round Possibilities

Minnesota resorts offer a haven for outdoor enthusiasts, from miles of hiking and bike trails to championship golf courses and water-skiing, boating, tubing, kayaking, canoeing, fishing, and more.

In the winter, at many resorts the the trails turn into cross-country ski and snowshoeing paths and the lakes offer ice fishing and snowmobiling, allowing guests to enjoy many Minnesota resorts all year round. 

In summers, Minnesota lakes, the Northwoods, and lush state parks provide a welcome respite not only from the heat, but from the bustle of daily life as guests find themselves immersed in nature and surrounded by tranquil beauty. In winter, Minnesota resorts transform into cozy lodges, allowing guests to still enjoy a great vacation even in the colder months.

Family Vacations

With endless outdoor recreation and activities, resorts in Minnesota are perfect for family vacations, offering experiences that the entire family, from young children to older grandparents, can all participate in. Once families find a resort they love, they tend to stick with what they know will be a guaranteed great vacation.

Families return again and again, creating new traditions and memories for their kids who will then come back with their own kids to recreate and pass on those great experiences. Not only do you create loyal guests and thereby consistent revenue, but helping to create lifetime memories and watch families grow up can be incredibly rewarding. 

Resort Varieties

Minnesota resorts are also great at accommodating a variety of different types of resorts. For instance, you’ll find many resort properties that offer a more rustic experience with a campground or number of remote cabins secluded in the woods. At the same time, you’ll see luxury properties that include every amenity imaginable, offering guests a deluxe vacation.

With Minnesota properties, many combine different unit types to provide both rustic and luxury options. Guests can choose to stay in the main lodge with every comfort, while others can choose a secluded cabin further from the main buildings, but also have access to every amenity. 

With various resort possibilities, Minnesota resorts make a great investment, offering flexibility, more opportunities to expand, and attracting a wide pool of guests. Before you decide on a property, consider which resort type you’d like to pursue.

If you want a secluded, classic up-north cabin experience, you’ll want to look for a property surrounded by plenty of greenery and thick forest. Look to surrounding resorts to see which ones found success with a particular model and also which ones struggled. This can give you a good idea on which direction to take your own resort.

Where to Start?

Tourism is huge in Minnesota. As of 2020, pre-Covid, the tourism industry in Minnesota is a $16 billion business, adding over a billion dollars in sales tax revenues. Hospitality and tourism will only continue to grow.

To get started, Minnesota has a number of hospitality networks and associations to help guide you as you begin searching for your new Minnesota resort property. 

Community of Minnesota Resorts

Community of Minnesota Resorts is a resort and campground association focused on “Resorters Helping Resorters”. They provide a slew of resources including a platform to ask each other questions, seminars, and a strong legislative presence that advocates for the hospitality industry and resort owners.

Hospitality Minnesota

The Minnesota Lodging Association, Minnesota Resort and Campground Association, and the Minnesota Restaurant Association merged together to form Hospitality Minnesota, an organization that offers support, connects businesses, and advocates for the health and interests of the hospitality industry.

Chambers of Commerce

Additionally, local Chambers of Commerce are great at helping you better understand the communities in the area of your resort, provide marketing opportunities, and can assist in promoting local hospitality and businesses.

With scenic beauty, great outdoor recreation, and year-round attractions, Minnesota is a fantastic resort destination with endless opportunities to grow.

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