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Key Details
Property Type Commercial
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Subdivision Country Oaks Sub
MLS Listing ID 7087138
Year Built 1984
Annual Tax Amount $4,273
Tax Year 2025
Contingent None
Lot Size 23.760 Acres
Lot Dimensions 695x891
Property Description
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 +/-
Location
State MN
County Blue Earth
Zoning Agriculture,Business/Commercial
Rooms
Basement None
Kitchen Cookware/Utensils, Prep Station, Refrigerator, Shelving and Racks, Walk-In Cooler/Freezer, Dishwasher, Freezer, Oven
Interior
Heating Forced Air
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Concrete Slab
Inclusions Building, Business Assets, Business, Fixture/Equipment, Inventory, Land
Fireplace No
Appliance Double Oven, Exhaust Fan, Freezer, Range, Refrigerator
Exterior
Parking Features Attached Garage, Gravel
Pool None
Utilities Available Electric Common, Heating Common, Hot Water Common
Roof Type Metal
Present Use Professional/Office,Commercial,Food Service
Building
Lot Description Green Acres, Irregular Lot, Tree Coverage - Heavy
Story One
Foundation 5680
Sewer Holding Tank
Water Shared System, Well
Level or Stories One
Structure Type Frame
New Construction false
Schools
School District Lake Crystal-Wellcome Memorial
Others
Virtual Tour https://my.matterport.com/show/?m=UxMEcSkqEmr&mls=1
Nearby School & Business
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