A well-established turnkey hospitality business located in the heart of Roberts Creek on British Columbia's beautiful Sunshine Coast. Operating successfully for more than 20 years, the lodge has built a strong reputation with domestic and international travellers and enjoys repeat guests, excellent reviews, and multiple booking channels.
The property offers a variety of accommodation options including shared dormitory rooms, private rooms, a cozy cabin, RV parking, and camping, attracting backpackers, couples, families, cyclists, hikers, and road trippers. A separate private owner's suite features two bedrooms, a comfortable lounge, and a full bathroom, providing a private living space while remaining connected to the business. The main floor includes two fully equipped kitchens: a dedicated guest kitchen and a separate owner/staff kitchen, allowing day-to-day operations to run smoothly while maintaining privacy.
The sale includes an established business with a professional website, active social media presence, online booking systems, booking platforms, and marketing assets, providing a seamless transition for a new owner.
Whether you're looking for a lifestyle business, an investment opportunity, or the opportunity to live and work on the Sunshine Coast, this business offers a rare chance to acquire a well-known hospitality business with a proven operating history in one of British Columbia's most desirable coastal communities.
Serious inquiries are welcome. Please contact us directly for additional information or to arrange a private viewing.
- Asking Price:
- $1,699,000 (CAD) Furniture / Fixtures included
- Sales Revenue:
- On request
- Cash Flow:
- On request
Property Information
- Real Estate:
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Real Property Included
- Living Accommodation:
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The property includes a private owner’s suite with lounge, two bedrooms, and bathroom. There is also a separate owner/staff kitchen on the main floor, distinct from the guest kitchen.
- Location:
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Roberts Creek, Sunshine Coast, BC. The lodge is located in a desirable residential area, within walking distance of the beach, Roberts Creek village amenities, public transit, local shops, restaurants, café, general store, and recreation.
- Premises Details:
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Up The Creek is a 2,136 sq ft lodge on approximately 0.64 acres. The lodge accommodates 18 guests in 4 rooms, with additional seasonal capacity for cyclists in tents and one small RV parking area. The property includes guest accommodation areas, common spaces, guest kitchen, owner/staff kitchen, wood fired sauna, outdoor shower, laundry facilities, decks, gardens, and a private owner’s suite with lounge, two bedrooms, and bathroom.
- Size in square feet:
- 2,542
- Planning Consent:
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Up The Creek has operated as a backpacker style lodge since 2004 and has been approved for Short Term Rental Accommodation through the Ministry of Housing & Municipal Affairs, registration PM939045029. Buyers should verify current zoning, STR regulations, hostel use designation, and any future plans directly with the SCRD and relevant authorities.
Business Operation
- Expansion Potential:
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Potential opportunities may include increased marketing, rate adjustments, expanded shoulder season bookings, group bookings, guest packages, and possible future development or densification opportunities, subject to SCRD and provincial regulations. Buyers should complete their own due diligence regarding zoning, STR regulations, and any future expansion.
- Competition / Market:
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Up The Creek is the only backpacker/hostel style lodge on the Sunshine Coast. Since 2004, it has built a strong reputation as one of the Coast’s best value tourist accommodations, with excellent reviews across multiple platforms and a high number of repeat guests.
- Reasons for selling:
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Retirement
- Trading hours:
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Open year round, with seasonal variations in occupancy and operations.
- Employees:
- Owner operated with seasonal assistant manager and volunteer support as required.
- Years established:
- 22
Other Information
- Support & training:
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The owner is willing to provide transition support, operational training, and tech/back up support for an agreed period after sale.
- Financing available:
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Creative financing options may be considered, including rent to buy or vendor take back mortgage options, subject to agreement.
- Furniture / Fixtures value:
- $-1 (CAD) - included in the asking price
- Home based:
- This business can be run from home
