Welsh Heritage Farms & Cheese and Pie Mongers Business – Mankato/Lake Crystal MN Discover a rare opportunity to own the enchanting Welsh Heritage Farms just minutes from Mankato, MN, complete with the thriving Cheese and Pie Mongers business. This picturesque property blends rich agricultural heritage with a profitable artisanal venture, perfect for an entrepreneur or family seeking a vibrant rural lifestyle. Total of 7.8 acres. Property Highlights: Orchard Storefront: set on 7.8 acres, A retail apple storefront with packer and processing area, commercial kitchen, and a 1920 sq ft retail space with additional commercial kitchen for the Cheese and Pie Mongers. Total square feet of the building is 4765 excluding the 666 sq foot of open canopy in front. Built 1984 and 1987 improvements in 2004, Also includes apple trees, meandering trails and photo option areas. Outbuildings & Infrastructure: Includes a modern barn, commercial-grade kitchen, walk-in coolers, freezers and equipment storage, all zoned for agribusiness with room for growth (e.g., glamping, event hosting). See list of equipment in supplements Scenic Location: Positioned along high-traffic Hwy 169, over 13,350 vehicle traffic counts on average per day according to MN DOT 2024 count, drawing 500+ weekly visitors from Mankato’s bustling community and tourists exploring Minnesota’s river valleys. Business Highlights: Cheese and Pie Mongers: A beloved local gem offering artisan cheeses (aged cheddars, creamy blues) and handcrafted pies made with farm-fresh dairy and fruits. Diverse Revenue Streams: Retail storefront, potential wholesale to local markets, and retail operations, with untapped potential for online sales, farm tours, or seasonal events. Turnkey Operation: Sale includes all inventory, commercial equipment, display cases, and a loyal customer base built on quality and tradition. Square Foot of the Pie shop is 1920 total with 960 upper level finished. Basement is finished with storage and coolers/freezer space. Built 2008 Apple orchard and land located just north of the buildings: Water and irrigation to the trees. No opportunity to build a home on this parcel, possibly agricultural only structures. Honey Crisp, Cortland, Macintosh, Zestar, Kudos, and Sweet 16 varieties. Total trees are around 500 +/-
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Lake Crystal is located in Minnesota. Lake Crystal, Minnesota has a population of 2,542. Lake Crystal is more family-centric than the surrounding county with 35.6% of the households containing married families with children. The county average for households married with children is 30.05%.
The median household income in Lake Crystal, Minnesota is $68,508. The median household income for the surrounding county is $65,000 compared to the national median of $69,021. The median age of people living in Lake Crystal is 38.7 years.
The average high temperature in July is 83.3 degrees, with an average low temperature in January of 5.4 degrees. The average rainfall is approximately 31.4 inches per year, with 41.4 inches of snow per year.