Courtesy: Headwaters Realty Services LLC
218-444-2621
Discover the Historic Big Winnie General Store and RV Park – Bena, MN A timeless registered historical landmark located in Northern Minnesota, the Winnibigoshish General Store and RV Park, established in 1932, is now available for sale. Nestled in the heart of the scenic Chippewa National Forest along Highway 2 in Bena, this unique property is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, offering visitors and owners a rare chance to experience a piece of Minnesota's rich heritage. This Bavarian-inspired convenience store, a 1930s gem presents 42 seasonal RV spots, 12 year-round RV sites all with their own utilities averaging a spacious 42x100 in size, and 4 additional overnight sites – all meticulously maintained with recent upgrades including a new top of the line dispensing gas pumps, fuel tanks, and concrete work, new roofs on the garage and store and many numerous updates/upgrades. Including a public and Campground & guest laundromat, shower facilities, Volleyball court and playground areas. Everything you need to get started in your own Business venture is right here, just jump right in! The full-service convenience store provides essentials from groceries, bait, beer, and wine to off-sale liquor, coffee, and cappuccinos and offers pay at the pump. A must on this heavily traveled Highway. The property also includes a private residence, ideal for an owner or manager. The 3 bedroom Year round home has a spacious mud room with laundry, stainless steel appliances, new flooring, LED lights, 2 sizable Main floor bedrooms, a beautiful main bedroom Sanctuary upstairs. Double detached garage, a private backyard, with cozy patios to relax and enjoy the wildlife. Recreational amenities include direct access to walking and ATV, and snowmobile trails, as well as a nearby public beach and boat launch on Lake Winnibigoshish. A restored restroom, shower facilities, and modern laundry facilities add comfort to this historic retreat. The property line backs up to 57 Acres of the Chippewa National Forest- complete with a 1/4 mile walking trail from the RV park to access the sandy shoreline of Lake Winnibigoshish. Several lake side resorts are nearby and the Campground guests have launched their boats or rented boat slips in the past from these gracious owners . With a proven track record of success across diverse revenue streams like camping, cabins, and retail, and ample room for expansion, this turnkey opportunity combines historic allure with profitable potential. Embrace the spirit of Northern Minnesota and own a cherished part of Bena’s legacy. Create unforgettable memories for yourself and future generations at the Winnibigoshish General Store and RV Park!
Andrea D. Conner, License # 40471694,Xome Inc., License 40368414, [email protected], 844-400-XOME (9663), 750 State Highway 121 Bypass, Suite 100, Lewisville, TX 75067
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Bena is located in Minnesota. Bena, Minnesota has a population of 126. Bena is less family-centric than the surrounding county with 8.33% of the households containing married families with children. The county average for households married with children is 21.07%.
The median household income for the surrounding county is $56,487 compared to the national median of $69,021. The median age of people living in Bena is 29.3 years.
The average high temperature in July is 79.2 degrees, with an average low temperature in January of -3.1 degrees. The average rainfall is approximately 26.6 inches per year, with 40.4 inches of snow per year.
