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$1,300,000
Est. payment /mo
5 Baths
13,000 SqFt
Active
3883 W Carleton Road Hillsdale, MI 49242
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Key Details
Property Type Commercial
Sub Type Retail
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 13,000 sqft
Price per Sqft $100
Municipality Hillsdale City
MLS Listing ID 26010081
Full Baths 5
Year Built 2004
Annual Tax Amount $13,690
Tax Year 2025
Lot Size 13.000 Acres
Acres 13.0
Lot Dimensions 575x1830
Property Sub-Type Retail
Source Michigan Regional Information Center (MichRIC)
Property Description
Own a unique, historically profitable family entertainment destination that combines a popular Cottage Inn Pizza dine-in restaurant with a fully equipped seasonal fun park, go-karts, bumper boats, mini golf, driving range, arcade, laser tag, and axe throwing--all on one property.
The current owners acquired the Cottage Inn franchise in 2014 and quickly outgrew their original in-town location as birthday parties and family gatherings took off. In 2018 they purchased the former Silo's Fun Park, recognizing the opportunity to create a true regional draw for families and groups. The reimagined operation blends a strong food business with multiple entertainment revenue streams and has become a well-known local destination.
The attached Cottage Inn restaurant offers dine-in, carryout, and delivery, and is one of only two locations in the area with a full dine-in experience. Guest capacity is rated at 99, with seating for over 110 utilizing additional approved space. The expanded dining room is thoughtfully designed with two distinct experiences: a "quiet side" with booths, tables, hot/cold lunch buffet and jukebox for guests seeking a calmer atmosphere, and an open family dining area with an indoor play place for children under 11. The open side is also set up for private party rentals, with flexible 2-hour blocks for groups of approximately 12, 16, or 24.
The former fun park arcade building is now fully integrated with the restaurant operation and features a two-story arcade, two restrooms, two stockrooms, employee lounge, kitchen/prep area (currently not in use), redemption counter, and an additional private birthday party room that seats up to 32 guests. The arcade games are operated under a revenue-sharing agreement with Zapm Games (Grand Rapids area), who owns and maintains the machines. The business provides liability coverage while Zapm handles service and upkeep, and they are willing to continue with new ownership.
Outdoors, the property includes multiple attractions designed for broad appeal and repeat visits. The go-kart track offers two different styles of kart racing. The bumper boat pool was upgraded in 2024 with over 20 "new to us" gas-powered boats (hulls, tubes, and motors) sourced from Michigan's Adventure in Muskegon, replacing older electric units. The 18-hole mini golf course is continually refreshed with updated greens, brick work, and trimmed landscaping. A nearly labor-free driving range adds another revenue stream; the current owners mow the grounds and use a drivable ball picker to retrieve balls, and customers obtain range balls directly from the Cottage Inn building where both cash and credit cards are accepted.
Newer additions include an indoor laser tag arena and axe-throwing space. Laser tag attracts a wide age range starting around 4-5 years old, while Velcro axe throwing serves younger guests ages 5-10. This building includes seating for roughly 12-16 people and its own restroom, making it ideal for parties, team events, and group bookings. In 2025, the obsolete batting cages were removed, opening up additional space that could be used for extra parking or future attractions, giving a new owner room to grow.
This is a well-established, historically profitable operation with multiple complementary revenue streams and strong community loyalty, offering a solid platform for continued growth under new ownership. The owners have focused on creating a safe, fun place for all seasons, complementing other local amenities such as the movie theater and bowling alley. The restaurant is known for offering "the best pizza for the best price," and Cottage Inn regularly partners with area nonprofits--including 4-H groups, schools, and churches--to host Sunday fundraisers, donating 15% of net sales back to the organization.
The sellers' motivation is purely personal and lifestyle-driven: the owner is approaching retirement, her husband's health is declining, and she has been solely responsible for the mowing, driving range ball collection, and restaurant operations for the past several years. With adult children now pursuing their own careers and limited time to help, the family is ready to pass this "treasure" on to the next operator who can build on a strong foundation and carry forward a well-loved community asset.
This offering includes the operating Cottage Inn franchise and the fun park operation together with the real estate (details per listing), giving buyers the rare chance to acquire a historically profitable regional destination with diversified income and room for expansion. room is thoughtfully designed with two distinct experiences: a "quiet side" with booths, tables, hot/cold lunch buffet and jukebox for guests seeking a calmer atmosphere, and an open family dining area with an indoor play place for children under 11. The open side is also set up for private party rentals, with flexible 2-hour blocks for groups of approximately 12, 16, or 24.
The former fun park arcade building is now fully integrated with the restaurant operation and features a two-story arcade, two restrooms, two stockrooms, employee lounge, kitchen/prep area (currently not in use), redemption counter, and an additional private birthday party room that seats up to 32 guests. The arcade games are operated under a revenue-sharing agreement with Zapm Games (Grand Rapids area), who owns and maintains the machines. The business provides liability coverage while Zapm handles service and upkeep, and they are willing to continue with new ownership.
Outdoors, the property includes multiple attractions designed for broad appeal and repeat visits. The go-kart track offers two different styles of kart racing. The bumper boat pool was upgraded in 2024 with over 20 "new to us" gas-powered boats (hulls, tubes, and motors) sourced from Michigan's Adventure in Muskegon, replacing older electric units. The 18-hole mini golf course is continually refreshed with updated greens, brick work, and trimmed landscaping. A nearly labor-free driving range adds another revenue stream; the current owners mow the grounds and use a drivable ball picker to retrieve balls, and customers obtain range balls directly from the Cottage Inn building where both cash and credit cards are accepted.
Newer additions include an indoor laser tag arena and axe-throwing space. Laser tag attracts a wide age range starting around 4-5 years old, while Velcro axe throwing serves younger guests ages 5-10. This building includes seating for roughly 12-16 people and its own restroom, making it ideal for parties, team events, and group bookings. In 2025, the obsolete batting cages were removed, opening up additional space that could be used for extra parking or future attractions, giving a new owner room to grow.
This is a well-established, historically profitable operation with multiple complementary revenue streams and strong community loyalty, offering a solid platform for continued growth under new ownership. The owners have focused on creating a safe, fun place for all seasons, complementing other local amenities such as the movie theater and bowling alley. The restaurant is known for offering "the best pizza for the best price," and Cottage Inn regularly partners with area nonprofits--including 4-H groups, schools, and churches--to host Sunday fundraisers, donating 15% of net sales back to the organization.
The sellers' motivation is purely personal and lifestyle-driven: the owner is approaching retirement, her husband's health is declining, and she has been solely responsible for the mowing, driving range ball collection, and restaurant operations for the past several years. With adult children now pursuing their own careers and limited time to help, the family is ready to pass this "treasure" on to the next operator who can build on a strong foundation and carry forward a well-loved community asset.
This offering includes the operating Cottage Inn franchise and the fun park operation together with the real estate (details per listing), giving buyers the rare chance to acquire a historically profitable regional destination with diversified income and room for expansion.
The current owners acquired the Cottage Inn franchise in 2014 and quickly outgrew their original in-town location as birthday parties and family gatherings took off. In 2018 they purchased the former Silo's Fun Park, recognizing the opportunity to create a true regional draw for families and groups. The reimagined operation blends a strong food business with multiple entertainment revenue streams and has become a well-known local destination.
The attached Cottage Inn restaurant offers dine-in, carryout, and delivery, and is one of only two locations in the area with a full dine-in experience. Guest capacity is rated at 99, with seating for over 110 utilizing additional approved space. The expanded dining room is thoughtfully designed with two distinct experiences: a "quiet side" with booths, tables, hot/cold lunch buffet and jukebox for guests seeking a calmer atmosphere, and an open family dining area with an indoor play place for children under 11. The open side is also set up for private party rentals, with flexible 2-hour blocks for groups of approximately 12, 16, or 24.
The former fun park arcade building is now fully integrated with the restaurant operation and features a two-story arcade, two restrooms, two stockrooms, employee lounge, kitchen/prep area (currently not in use), redemption counter, and an additional private birthday party room that seats up to 32 guests. The arcade games are operated under a revenue-sharing agreement with Zapm Games (Grand Rapids area), who owns and maintains the machines. The business provides liability coverage while Zapm handles service and upkeep, and they are willing to continue with new ownership.
Outdoors, the property includes multiple attractions designed for broad appeal and repeat visits. The go-kart track offers two different styles of kart racing. The bumper boat pool was upgraded in 2024 with over 20 "new to us" gas-powered boats (hulls, tubes, and motors) sourced from Michigan's Adventure in Muskegon, replacing older electric units. The 18-hole mini golf course is continually refreshed with updated greens, brick work, and trimmed landscaping. A nearly labor-free driving range adds another revenue stream; the current owners mow the grounds and use a drivable ball picker to retrieve balls, and customers obtain range balls directly from the Cottage Inn building where both cash and credit cards are accepted.
Newer additions include an indoor laser tag arena and axe-throwing space. Laser tag attracts a wide age range starting around 4-5 years old, while Velcro axe throwing serves younger guests ages 5-10. This building includes seating for roughly 12-16 people and its own restroom, making it ideal for parties, team events, and group bookings. In 2025, the obsolete batting cages were removed, opening up additional space that could be used for extra parking or future attractions, giving a new owner room to grow.
This is a well-established, historically profitable operation with multiple complementary revenue streams and strong community loyalty, offering a solid platform for continued growth under new ownership. The owners have focused on creating a safe, fun place for all seasons, complementing other local amenities such as the movie theater and bowling alley. The restaurant is known for offering "the best pizza for the best price," and Cottage Inn regularly partners with area nonprofits--including 4-H groups, schools, and churches--to host Sunday fundraisers, donating 15% of net sales back to the organization.
The sellers' motivation is purely personal and lifestyle-driven: the owner is approaching retirement, her husband's health is declining, and she has been solely responsible for the mowing, driving range ball collection, and restaurant operations for the past several years. With adult children now pursuing their own careers and limited time to help, the family is ready to pass this "treasure" on to the next operator who can build on a strong foundation and carry forward a well-loved community asset.
This offering includes the operating Cottage Inn franchise and the fun park operation together with the real estate (details per listing), giving buyers the rare chance to acquire a historically profitable regional destination with diversified income and room for expansion. room is thoughtfully designed with two distinct experiences: a "quiet side" with booths, tables, hot/cold lunch buffet and jukebox for guests seeking a calmer atmosphere, and an open family dining area with an indoor play place for children under 11. The open side is also set up for private party rentals, with flexible 2-hour blocks for groups of approximately 12, 16, or 24.
The former fun park arcade building is now fully integrated with the restaurant operation and features a two-story arcade, two restrooms, two stockrooms, employee lounge, kitchen/prep area (currently not in use), redemption counter, and an additional private birthday party room that seats up to 32 guests. The arcade games are operated under a revenue-sharing agreement with Zapm Games (Grand Rapids area), who owns and maintains the machines. The business provides liability coverage while Zapm handles service and upkeep, and they are willing to continue with new ownership.
Outdoors, the property includes multiple attractions designed for broad appeal and repeat visits. The go-kart track offers two different styles of kart racing. The bumper boat pool was upgraded in 2024 with over 20 "new to us" gas-powered boats (hulls, tubes, and motors) sourced from Michigan's Adventure in Muskegon, replacing older electric units. The 18-hole mini golf course is continually refreshed with updated greens, brick work, and trimmed landscaping. A nearly labor-free driving range adds another revenue stream; the current owners mow the grounds and use a drivable ball picker to retrieve balls, and customers obtain range balls directly from the Cottage Inn building where both cash and credit cards are accepted.
Newer additions include an indoor laser tag arena and axe-throwing space. Laser tag attracts a wide age range starting around 4-5 years old, while Velcro axe throwing serves younger guests ages 5-10. This building includes seating for roughly 12-16 people and its own restroom, making it ideal for parties, team events, and group bookings. In 2025, the obsolete batting cages were removed, opening up additional space that could be used for extra parking or future attractions, giving a new owner room to grow.
This is a well-established, historically profitable operation with multiple complementary revenue streams and strong community loyalty, offering a solid platform for continued growth under new ownership. The owners have focused on creating a safe, fun place for all seasons, complementing other local amenities such as the movie theater and bowling alley. The restaurant is known for offering "the best pizza for the best price," and Cottage Inn regularly partners with area nonprofits--including 4-H groups, schools, and churches--to host Sunday fundraisers, donating 15% of net sales back to the organization.
The sellers' motivation is purely personal and lifestyle-driven: the owner is approaching retirement, her husband's health is declining, and she has been solely responsible for the mowing, driving range ball collection, and restaurant operations for the past several years. With adult children now pursuing their own careers and limited time to help, the family is ready to pass this "treasure" on to the next operator who can build on a strong foundation and carry forward a well-loved community asset.
This offering includes the operating Cottage Inn franchise and the fun park operation together with the real estate (details per listing), giving buyers the rare chance to acquire a historically profitable regional destination with diversified income and room for expansion.
Location
State MI
County Hillsdale
Direction M-99 (W Carleton) in City of Hillsdale.
Interior
Interior Features Broadband
Heating Forced Air
Cooling Central Air
Inclusions Real Estate, Licenses, Furniture, Equipment
Exterior
Utilities Available Phone Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Electricity Connected, Cable Connected
View Y/N No
Roof Type Composition,Metal
Street Surface Paved
Total Parking Spaces 100
Building
Building Description Block,Concrete,Vinyl Siding,Metal Siding, Barrier Free,Outdoor Storage,Security System
Foundation Slab
Structure Type Block,Concrete,Vinyl Siding,Metal Siding
New Construction No
Schools
School District Hillsdale
Others
Tax ID 006-216-200-03
Ownership LLC
Acceptable Financing Conventional, Other, Tax Def Exchange, Cash
Listing Terms Conventional, Other, Tax Def Exchange, Cash
Listed by Coldwell Banker Beiswanger Realty Group
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