When you picture the Yukon – ‘Larger than Life’ – this property embodies that phrase. Located on the emerald shores of Tagish Lake not more than 2 hours from the bustling town of Whitehorse. Here the wild is still wild. You will have to be resourceful with this one, because it’s only accessible via boat or float plane in the summer and snowmobile or ski plane in the winter months. But let’s be honest, this is part of its charm!
This outdoor adventure business brings in good revenues with so much opportunity to expand. The ever-growing adventure tourism industry is ripe for the taking and this one ticks all of the boxes. You are a short flight from Whitehorse with good adventure tourism opportunities for summer and winter months alike. Actually, winter months can be busier due to the fabulous aurora borealis viewing which encourages travellers to come from all over the world.
Don’t think just business – this property would make an incredible private retreat; a hideaway escape where you can reconnect with nature, family and friends. This property could easily pay for itself if run on a part time scale and enjoy it for yourself the rest of the time. Of course, it has the comforts of everyday life including TV and internet, so you even have the option to work from home. An office setting does not get any better than this!
This operation is unique in the sense that there is such a varied opportunity for activities all year round. Tagish Lake hosts world class fishing offering huge Lake Trout, Northern Pike, and Arctic Grayling, however, the lodge offers so much more than this: aurora borealis viewing, dog sledding, hiking, snowmobiling, canoeing, ice fishing, kayaking, and the list goes on. There is value in being able to offer such a wide range of activities throughout the year which in turn allows you to diversify your clientele.
This property encompasses 18 freehold acres of flat waterfront property overlooking snow-capped mountains and emerald waters. Your closest permanent neighbour is 5 kms away providing a truly remote, backcountry experience for your guests. This property includes a log lodge, 4 log guest cabins and outbuildings. The lodge is a picture of comfort within this wilderness setting complete with a traditional Finnish sauna! Imagine that, unwinding in the sauna after a hard day of hiking or snowmobiling with the scent of local, hand-picked herbs in the air.
The guest cabins are well built with wood stoves keeping them warm and cozy in the winter months. The lodge is well appointed and welcoming with a living and dining room, spacious deck, two bathrooms and wood heated mini-spa. On top of this you will find the owner’s accommodation separate from the guest space.
The grounds are a well balanced mix between wild and landscaped. The cabins are well located to provide privacy yet still be within a short distance to the lodge. There is a well thought out greenhouse for growing fresh vegetables, as well as various other outbuildings, including a wall tent frame. Dream big though; this property allows ample room for expansion.
The water’s edge is of course the highlight and the reason people come from all over the world. There are two docks, one of which has a large area for sitting and enjoying the world class view.
This business would provide a fantastic work/play balance. If you have dreamed of running a backcountry operation this may fill those dreams. This property is ‘Far North of Ordinary’.
