9220 S Agate Rd, Trout Creek, MI 49967 - Ontonagon County

The term Sugarbush brings to mind high rolling hardwoods that glow in the fall and produce wonderful sweet sap in the spring ultimately becoming the syrup that ends up on tables across the continent. That sap turned into syrup is a cash cow that keeps producing year after year. On this property, approximately 11,250 taps produce an average of 34,000 pounds of finished product per year. Since Maple Syrup weighs 11 pounds per gallon, this fabulous operation is now producing a steady stream of revenue in excess of $150,000 using an average wholesale price of $4.11 per pound. If the product is sold at full retail (shipped directly to consumers) the revenue increases to approximately $176,000 ($5.20 per pound). Now, consider the fact that an additional 2,000 trees are available on this property, yet to be tapped. Once the lines are in place, this high-production facility, with 13,250 trees producing, should hit a remarkable 42,400 pounds of pure maple syrup with a wholesale value of $176,000 or retail value of $220,000. Just across the road is another 40-acre parcel owned by the National Forest that can likely be leased at a very low cost. That additional 40 acres will add another 4,000 taps or 12,800 average pounds of syrup annually. The wholesale value of leasing and tapping the National Forest land will add another $52,000, at retail nearly $66,000. If you are following the math, you will likely want to jump in your vehicle right now just to see this entire operation. Imagine the potential of 17,250 taps producing an estimated annual income of $228,000 wholesale or $286,000 retail. The demand for maple syrup continues to grow well beyond its supply. It is being used in more products and offered as a much healthier alternative to processed sugars. The location of this Sugarbush was strategic. After many months of searching, the sellers finally found a location where high quality maples could be tapped where electricity was available. In other words, the pump stations send the sap directly to the production facility without employing tanker trailers or trucks, just flip the switch to make the sap flow. Once the sap reaches the production facility, the excess water is removed, and the finished product finds its way to stainless steel barrels. From here, some are sold wholesale, and the remainder sold retail in smaller and much more profitable size bottles. This operation is turn-key. The seller is providing a 1,040 square foot home, a 504 square foot garage, a 2,500 square foot processing facility, 3 pump shacks completely set up for operation, a 4,000-gallon stainless tank, 4,500-gallon stainless tank, 750-gallon stainless tank, the Reverse Osmosis Machine, evaporator, syrup pans, filters, and other miscellaneous items needed in the production process. In addition, the outside tanks, lines, and taps are included. This is turn-key, and the profit potential is far beyond your imagination. The oldest tubing in the woods is only 10 years old. This is an opportunity that does not present itself very often. High-quality rolling maple forest with taps and lines already in place with the power provided by local electric service and no generators needed. The equipment used in the production facility is the best available on the market; the seller did not cheat anywhere. Quality, quality, quality- the three words most often found where short and long-term profit are the target. The reason these trees produce so much sap so consistently relates to soil type and rolling hills that allow the trees to have dry feet. The best sugarbush operations are always located in areas with great climate, enough annual rainfall, and an ability for the operator to get to the trees; this is one heck of a find. For the most concise information related to this property, be sure to contact the listing agent; he is th person who has been on the land, has walked it, and knows its potential. This turn-key operation is an opportunity unlike any other. When was the last time you located a premier property that would pay for itself in a very short time? And if you like to hunt, you have lots of opportunities right here on your very own UP Sugarbush operation. It is located just 45 minutes north of the Wisconsin border and isgorgeous. We look forward to hearing from you. You won’t be disappointed.