Looking for a well-established boutique craft retail business with a loyal customer following and clear growth upside?
Tauranga Knitting Centreis now in the market! Thislong-standing Tauranga-based retailer has built a strong presence in a niche craft and hobby market, operating from a well-positioned location in a recognised local retail precinct. With a stable trading history and an engaged customer community, it offers a solid platform for a new owner to step in and continue a proven model.
The business trades through both a physical storefront and an established ecommerce channel, with online sales currently contributing approximately 4-5% of total revenue, leaving obvious headroom to grow the digital side over time.Operations are supported by established systems (POS and accounting) and a reliable supplier network, enabling a smooth transition and easy day-to-day management.
Key Strengths:
- Long-established boutique retailer with strong local recognition
- Prime Tauranga retail positioning with steady convenience traffic
- Solid profits to a working over,averagingapprox. $103k per annum
- Loyal repeat customer base and consistent niche demand
- Dual-channel trading model with ecommerce already in place
- Stable, long-standing supplier relationships
- Owner-operator structure with part-time staffing support, if desired
- Secure lease in place through to November 2028, with renewal options to 2032
- Multiple growth levers: ecommerce uplift, digital marketing, community-based initiatives, curated bundles.
- Well priced at $250,000, inclusive of $120,000 SAV.
This opportunity suits a hands-on owner who enjoys retail and customer engagement, with scope to expand online and marketing activity. The vendor offers up to 30 days’ post-settlement support (and more by arrangement) to ensure continuity.
A proven business with strong foundations, simplicity, and genuine upside, ready for its next owner.
Anika Gamba, +64 22 560 3241, anika.gamba@linkbusiness.co.nz
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Ref: BOP00943
Timestamp: 20260218114502
