Established Florist & Cafe In Southern Westchester For Sale

Business description

Located among several upscale communities, this florist with a recently added café, boasts a sophisticated European flare and has served many longstanding clients over the course of its twenty years. The majority of the revenue comes from the florist business; the café, which serves a menu of sweet and savory crepes and coffees, has been successful at drawing in customers from the adjoining area. The dual approach has created new customers for each business. The florist business focuses on fresh cut flower arrangements perfect for the areas hospitals, funeral homes, office buildings, country clubs, hotels and schools. The only immediate competitor sells primarily indoor and outdoor plants. The selection of arrangements changes with the seasons, with a wide range for every type of holiday, and includes many types of designs such as modern and tropical. It also offers gift baskets and indoor plants. The point of sale system is through Teleflora and additional orders come through the Flower Shop Network, FSN. The shop offers delivery and the delivery vehicle could be negotiated into the deal, but it is not included in the asking price. With a very reasonable rent, there is a generous floral prep area with two flower walk-in coolers, as well as a display case near the POS area. There is additional storage in a loft area. The café at the front of the store is inviting and comfortable, with seating for ten customers. There are two café tables outside with seating for six. The prep area behind the counter is convenient to both the florist POS area and the café area. The menu of sweet and savory crepes also comes with a side of salad along with a selection of cold drinks, coffee, espresso and cappuccino.

Property information

Real Estate:

Lease

Lease terms:

Lease expires in 2012 but can be renogotiated with landlord.

Leasehold rent:

$2,800 per annum

Location:

Southern Westchester county near many upscale communities. High traffic area with several othe retail stores close bye for walk in traffic.

Premises details:

The store is approximately 800 square feet with a generous flower prep area in the back with two walk-in flower coolers. A loft offers additional storage. There is a display case across from the point of sale area and the cafe POS is right next to the florist POS. There is seating for ten in the cafe and an additional six seats outside. The coffee grinder and crepe griddle are included and the delivery vehicle can be negotiated but is not included in the askiing price.

Size in square feet:

Approximately 800 square feet

Business Operation

Expansion potential:

The revenue from the cafe is not included in the stated revenue, and this business is and can be an additional source of revenue. It also attracts customers for the florist and vice versa.

Competition / Market:

There is only one immediate competitor that focuses on indoor and outdoor plants.

Reasons for selling:

Family reasons.

Trading hours:

Daily- 9 AM -8 PM.

Employees:

3

Years established:

1991

Other information

Support & training:

Seller can provide support and training.

Owner financing:

Owner financing is available. Please contact the seller for more information.

Financing available:

Seller will provide financing with a minimum down payment of $100,000, financing the balance over four years at 6% interest.