1510 US Highway 2 NE Bena, MN 56626 MLS# 6822419 Status: Pending
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Property Description Discover the Historic Big Winnie General Store and RV Park â Bena, MN
A timeless registered historical landmark located in Northern Minnesota, the Winnibigoshish General Store and RV Park, established in 1932, is now available for sale. Nestled in the heart of the scenic Chippewa National Forest along Highway 2, this unique property is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, offering visitors and owners a rare chance to experience a piece of Minnesota's rich heritage. This Bavarian-inspired convenience store, a 1930s gem presents 42 seasonal RV spots, 12 year-round RV sites all with their own utilities averaging a spacious 42x100 in size, and 4 additional overnight sites â all meticulously maintained with recent upgrades including a new top of the line dispensing gas pumps, fuel tanks, and concrete work, new roofs on the garage and store and many numerous updates/upgrades. A public Laundromat and Campground private laundromat with shower facilities, Volleyball court and playground areas. Everything you need to get started in your own Business venture is right here, just jump right in! The current owners state that there is enough room and electrical power to host another 30-40 Seasonal lots, a great way to generate additional income!
The full-service convenience store provides essentials from groceries, bait, beer, and wine to off-sale liquor, coffee, and cappuccinos and offers pay at the pump. A must on this heavily traveled Highway.
Two Cozy and updated cabins provide comfortable sleeping for guests. A restored restroom, shower facilities, and modern laundry facilities add comfort to this historic retreat.
Recreational amenities include direct access to walking and ATV, and snowmobile trails, as well as a nearby public beach and boat launch on Lake Winnibigoshish.
The property line backs up to 57 Acres of the Chippewa National Forest- complete with a 1/4 mile walking trail from the RV park to access the sandy shoreline of Lake Winnibigoshish. Several lake side resorts are nearby and the Campground guests have launched their boats or rented boat slips in the past from these gracious owners .
With a proven track record of success across diverse revenue streams like camping, cabins, and retail, and ample room for expansion, this turnkey opportunity combines historic allure with profitable potential. Embrace the spirit of Northern Minnesota and own a cherished part of Benaâs legacy. Create unforgettable memories for yourself and future generations at the Winnibigoshish General Store and RV Park. Personal home and about 1 acre excluded from the sale. Inventory also excluded.
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Contract Information
Status: Pending
Off Market Date: 2026-02-11
Current Price: 2500000
Contingency: None
ListPrice: 2500000
List Date: 2025-11-25
Owner is an Agent?: No
Auction?: No
General Property Information
Lot Measurement: Acres
Multiple PIDs?: Yes
Other Parking Spaces: 50
Owner Occupied: Yes
Waterfront Present: No
Year Built: 2018
Yearly/Seasonal: Yearly
Zoning: Business/Commercial
Foundation Size: 5614
Garage Stalls: 2
For Sale or Lease: For Sale
Acres: 14.94
Lot Dimensions: 977x416x265x1081x568
Assessment Pending: Unknown
Location Tax and Other Information
House Number: 1510
Street Name: US Highway 2
Street Direction Suffix: NE
Postal City: Bena
County: Cass
State: MN
Zip Code: 56626
Additional Parcels Information
Property ID #2: 720274201
Property ID #3: 720274103,720274205
Assessments
Tax With Assessments: 7328
Basement
Foundation Dimensions: 25x149
Building Information
Building Finished SqFt: 5614
Building SqFt: 5614
Lease Details
Land Leased: Not Applicable
Miscellaneous Information
Homestead: No
Ownership
Fractional Ownership: No
Parking Characteristics
Garage Dimensions: 30x24
Garage Square Feet: 720
Public Survey Info
Range#: 28
Section#: 27
Township#: 145
Sale Options
Sale Includes: Building, Business Assets, Business, Fixture/Equipment, Inventory, Land, Leases