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Summary:

Offering the best tasting, made-to-order ice cream! Churned in-store fresh daily using only the finest ingredients and mixed on a frozen granite stone with endless combinations of fruits, nuts, candy, sauces and more. Also, dairy-free sorbet. Plus, a new plant based almond milk product. Every creation made-to-order available in cups, cones, waffle bowls and shakes, plus mix & go. Every option for everyone, all served in a fun and friendly atmosphere.

As well as sundaes and smoothies along with pre-packed quarts and party packs. In addition to the richest ice cream cakes, cupcakes and cookie sandwiches for takeout or conveniently ordered online or by smart phone 24 hrs/day. Cold Stone has the perfect cake for any occasion: signature, birthday, kid-themed, petite, custom and photo cakes, plus signature pies.

Cold Stone is the nation's leading premium ice cream brand. Voted "Best Ice Cream" countless times. Quality, variety and choice-what customers want! With seemingly endless combinations of mix-ins, allows customers to dream up their own ice cream treat or choose from their wildly popular Signature Creations. Never prepackaged or shipped in, it's the freshness factor that sets them apart. Better because made fresh every day in every store, puts them in a class of their own. Industry experts categorize Cold Stone as "Super Premium." An artisanal ice cream churned fresh on-site with high standards for taste, consistency and texture.

Well established locations for 23 years and 21 years. Turnkey - full-time general manager in place!

Feel free to stop by the locations as a customer first. This is a HIGHLY confidential listing, please DO NOT talk to any of the owners, employees or patrons. If interested, contact EatZ for more information. Showings by appointment only outside of business hours.

Business Website: https://www.coldstonecreamery.com

Competition:

Ice cream is America's favorite dessert. And Cold Stone is the ultimate ice cream experience, beloved by millions of customers. Enjoys incredible household name recognition & loyalty. A truly remarkable brand w/proven staying power!

Ranked #1 in Category. Ranked in the Top 50 Beloved Brands, “Consumer Pick” & “1st Place for Craveability”-Nation's Restaurant News. Ranked in the Top 200 Countries Best Franchises-Franchise Times. Ranked in the Top 100 Global Franchises In The World-Franchise Direct. Ranked in the Top 50-Entrepreneur Franchise 500.

Growth and Expansion:

1st store opened in 1988, began franchising in 1994. After 30 yrs, this iconic brand continues to thrive & grow. Currently operating more than 1,000 locations in the US & hundreds internationally.

And Cold Stone continues to expand co-branded partnerships & create new flavors to increase sales. Is also committed to innovation, offering special themed products to celebrate each season, holiday & big blockbuster movie. Also has the highest avg unit sales volume of any ice cream concept. Plus, it's easy-to-run using only state-of-the-art equipment!

Location:

Littleton: Prime retail space in Bowles Village, a busy 107,000 sqft open-air center at the intersection of West Bowles Avenue and West Long Drive just off S Wadsworth Blvd.

Other popular tenants include 5th Avenue Salon Suites, Blades & Fades, Dutch Bros Coffee, IHOP, Imperial Garden, Jet’s Pizza, Party City, ProWash Car Wash, Rocket Convenience Store, Tony’s Meats & Market and more.

Adjacent Bowles Crossing with a 12-screen AMC movie theater. As well as Arrow Liquormart, Burlington, Donatos Pizza, DSW, Five Below, First Watch, Garbanzo, Le Peep, Longhorn Steakhouse, Red Robin, Ross Dress For Less, The 303 Sports Grill, Trader Joe’s and more.

Also near Southwest Plaza, the area’s premier shopping destination anchored by Dick’s Sporting Goods, Dillard’s, JCPenney and Round1 Bowling & Arcade along with over 150 sought-after specialty stores.

Plus, perfectly situated across from Columbine Library and Clement Park. And surrounded by several schools including Blue Heron Elementary School, Leawood Elementary School and Columbine High School. Also, backs up to Raccoon Creek Golf Course.

Lakewood: Prime retail space in Lakewood City Commons, an incredible 510,750 sqft government, office and retail complex at the intersection of W Alameda Ave and S Wadsworth Blvd. A power center and community hub with a variety of sought-after services, national/local retailers and restaurants.

Houses many Lakewood city offices - boasts over 600 employees within the center.
As well as a busy King Soopers supermarket. Along with Bath & Body Works, Mattress Firm, Michael’s, Men’s Wearhouse, Old Navy, Petco, Ross Dress For Less, Runner Roost, Sister B’s Boutique Salon, Ulta Beauty, The UPS Store, Verizon and more. Other popular eating & drinking establishments include Buffalo Wild Wings, Carl’s Jr, Chipotle, First Watch, IHOP and Noodles & Company. Also, near the Belmar Library.

And perfectly situated across Belmar Shopping Center with a Cinemark Century 16-screen movie theater. As well as Burlington, Chico’s, Dick’s Sporting Goods, DSW, Hobby Lobby, Loft, Lululemon, Nordstrom Rack, Party City, Sephora, Sola Salon Studios, Target, Whole Foods Market and much more. Other popular eating & drinking establishments here include Bar Louie, GQue BBQ, Jamba, P.F. Chang’s, Lady Nomada, Little India Restaurant & Bar, Locust Cider, Mason’s Dumpling Shop, Mono GoGo, Sharetea, Stack Subs, Ted’s Montana Grill, The French Press, The Rock Wood Fired Pizza and Tstreet.

County: Jefferson

Facilities:

Littleton: Leased space $4,183/mth gross. Current lease expires May 2026 with one 5-year option.

Lakewood: Leased space $5,061/mth gross. Current lease expires Jul 2028 with one 5-year option.

Square Feet: 1,600 & 1,450.

Seating: 15 Inside/12 Outside & 16 Inside/12 Outside.

Days/Hrs of Operation: Mo-Th 12n-10p & Fr-Su 11a-10p.

Real Estate: Leased.

Value of FF&E: Included In Asking Price (Valued at $100,000).

Value of Inventory: $10,000 (Not Included In Asking Price).

Number of Employees: 1 Full-Time & 35 Part-Time.

Support/Training: 80 hours at an approved training store, plus 5 days online corporate training.

Seller Financing Available: No.

Reason for Selling: Moving out of state.