120 Happy Landing Road French River, Ontario P0M 2N0

$1,490,000

Happy Summer Village is a rare opportunity to acquire an established waterfront seasonal community and income-producing business on the pristine shores of Trout Lake! Encompassing approximately 105 acres with over 1,300 feet of waterfrontage, this unique property combines exceptional natural beauty with a proven and efficient operating model.The park features 37 seasonal sites occupied by resident-owned mobile homes, generating stable seasonal income while minimizing management responsibilities. Residents enjoy the flexibility of annual renewals and unrestricted resale of their units, contributing to the park's laid-back appeal.Amenities include a sandy beach, direct lake access, extensive docking facilities, recreation areas, hiking and outstanding opportunities for boating, swimming, and fishing. Additional income is generated through rentable boat slips, while established relationships with mobile home suppliers provide future growth potential.Significant infrastructure improvements include upgraded roads and driveways, modern docking systems, a communal septic system, treated well water system, hydro-serviced workshop, and storage facilities. The property also includes an impressive approximately 5,000-square-foot owner/caretaker residence, featuring gathering spaces, offices, kitchen facilities, storage, laundry, and a four-bedroom upper-level apartment.Located just minutes from Noelville & approximately one hour from Sudbury, the property offers convenient access to services while remaining surrounded by some of Northern Ontario's finest recreational opportunities, including fishing, golf, cycling, trail systems, provincial parks, quadding, and snowmobiling. With substantial acreage, extensive waterfrontage, modern infrastructure, multiple revenue streams, and an established seasonal community, Happy Summer Village represents an exceptional investment opportunity in one of the region's most desirable waterfront settings. For full information visit my website. (id:35617)

Property Highlights:

• Unique Offering
• Solid Business Opportunity
• On the Desirable Tout Lake
• Beautiful Beach
• Great Fishing
• Walking Trails
• 105 Acres of Land
• 1300+ Ft of waterfrontage. *Approx
• Opportunity Knocks
• Grand “Ole Girl” for an Owners Residence
• Seasonal Offering
• Crown Land Next Door & Across
• Boat Launch & Docking
• 16 Boat Slips
• Landscaped Grounds
• Good Physical Plant
• *Asset Sale or Share Sale Opportunity
• Possible VTB to Qualified Buyers
• Fully Serviced Sites: Water, Hydro, Sewer
• Taxes: Approx. $12,478.25

Happy Summer Village – A Waterfront Community Unlike Any Other

If you’re looking for a run-of-the-mill trailer park, this is definitely not it.

Welcome to Happy Summer Village, a unique waterfront mobile home park and operating seasonal business situated in the heart of the Municipality of French River.

Set along the shores of the renowned Trout Lake, this remarkable property offers investors the rare opportunity to acquire a modern, low-maintenance seasonal park with substantial waterfrontage, upgraded infrastructure, and an established community of returning residents.

Spanning approximately 105 acres and boasting over 1,300 feet of waterfrontage, Happy Summer Village combines the charm of classic cottage country living with a practical and efficient business model.

Surrounded by the crystal-clear waters of Trout Lake and breathtaking views of crown land across the lake, the property provides an environment that continues to attract seasonal residents seeking a peaceful home-away-from-home experience.

The park currently consists of 37 seasonal sites that are leased to residents who individually own their mobile units.

The seasonal park fee is $3,250 per site for the operating season from May through Thanksgiving and includes hydro (30 amps per site), water, septic services, and park maintenance.

Residents maintain their own individual footprint surrounding their units and carry insurance on their buildings, while park management maintains the common areas throughout the property.

This structure creates an attractive operating model with limited maintenance responsibilities compared to many traditional resort operations.

Residents enjoy access to an exceptional collection of amenities, including a beautiful sandy beach, direct access to Trout Lake, two large docking systems for boating and water sports, multiple grassed recreation areas, and stunning waterfront views.

Whether spending the day fishing, swimming, boating, or simply enjoying the peaceful surroundings, residents have everything they need to enjoy the Northern Ontario lifestyle.

Additional revenue opportunities are available through 14 rentable boat slips offered at $250 per season. The sellers have also worked with three companies that have supplied mobile units to new park residents, creating an established avenue for future site occupancy and growth.

One of the most appealing aspects of Happy Summer Village is the flexibility offered to its residents. Homeowners are not bound by contracts or mandatory long-term commitments. They may renew their site annually at their discretion and are free to resell their units without restrictions, contributing to the park’s appeal and long-term sustainability.

The park benefits from substantial infrastructure improvements. Roads and driveways have been upgraded with gravel and offer ample parking throughout the property. New decking and docking systems have been installed, while the communal septic system is said to have a 50,000-litre capacity and meets Ministry of the Environment standards. Water is supplied through a drilled well equipped with filtration, ultraviolet treatment, and chlorination systems, with testing conducted several times annually.

Supporting the operation is an impressive approximately 5,000-square-foot Owner’s Residence/Caretaker’s Residence, originally built as the property’s Main Lodge. Fully winterized and heated by two furnaces and a wood stove, this versatile building serves as an asset for ownership and management.

The main floor encompasses approximately 3,245 square feet and includes a large gathering area, kitchen, dining and conference room, office space, bathrooms, laundry and storage facilities, and a welcoming front porch with seating. The upper level consists of an approximately 1,695-square-foot self-contained apartment complete with kitchen, bathroom, and four bedrooms, providing comfortable accommodations for owners or caretakers. A fenced area surrounding the residence offers additional privacy and security.

Additional improvements include a hydro-serviced workshop and storage building ideal for maintenance equipment, lawn care supplies, and tools, as well as a rented gas tank that supplies gas to the business.

Happy Summer Village is located on Happy Landing Road, a privately owned driveway belonging to the business. Along the waterfront is a small parcel containing a municipal boat launch owned by the Municipality of French River. No parking is provided by the park to the users, and the launch is reportedly seldom utilized by individuals outside the park.

Beyond the property itself, the location continues to add value. Trout Lake is widely regarded as one of the area’s most desirable lakes, celebrated for its spring-fed crystal-clear waters, recreational opportunities, and natural beauty. The nearby communities of Noelville and Alban provide convenient access to groceries, services, and everyday amenities, while Greater Sudbury is approximately one hour away. The area is also known for its golf courses, fishing, cycling routes, provincial parks, farmers’ markets, historical attractions, trail systems, quadding, and snowmobiling, with a snowmobile trail located directly on-site.

Happy Summer Village represents a rare opportunity to acquire an established seasonal mobile home park in a spectacular waterfront setting. With significant acreage, extensive waterfrontage, modern infrastructure, resident-owned units, multiple revenue streams, and a management model designed for operational efficiency, this is an offering that stands apart from the ordinary.

There are trailer parks, and then there are destination properties. Happy Summer Village is unquestionably the latter.

What an opportunity!

What an unbelievable lifestyle change you would encounter owning this well-situated three season vacation Resort!

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Business

Business Type	Accommodation
Business Sub Type	Cottage/Cabin Rental

Property Details

MLS® Number	X13484986
Property Type	Business
Amenities Near By	Recreation
Features	Irregular Lot Size
Water Front Type	Waterfront

Building

Cooling Type	Partially Air Conditioned
Heating Type	Forced Air

Land

Acreage	Yes
Land Amenities	Recreation
Size Depth	2692 Ft
Size Frontage	1307 Ft ,8 In
Size Irregular	105
Size Total	105 Ac
Size Total Text	105 Ac
Zoning Description	Wct

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