Turnkey Kona Coffee Farm & Brand –Business, Farm & Residence

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Lions Gate Coffee - A Living Legacy in the Heart of South Kona
Imagine waking every morning to the scent of fresh Kona coffee drifting through open windows, surrounded by the volcanic hillsides of Captain Cook. This isn't a fantasy - it's the daily reality waiting for the next steward of Lions Gate Coffee, a multi-generational farm with deep roots in one of the world's most celebrated agricultural regions.

A Legacy Worth Inheriting: For generations, this family has refined their craft on prime South Kona farmland, producing coffee that has earned awards and a loyal following. You're not starting from zero - you're stepping into a proven, respected operation with established distribution channels, authentic brand recognition, and the kind of community goodwill that simply can't be manufactured. The current family is committed to a thorough transition, offering hands-on training in operations, processing, customer relationships, and everything that makes Lions Gate run.

The Land: Five acres of thriving coffee trees growing in rich volcanic soil at ideal elevation - conditions that coffee agronomists consider among the finest on Earth. The steady South Kona rainfall, combined with the farm's proven terroir, has produced consistently exceptional harvests for decades. Macadamia nut trees round out the agricultural profile, and the property also yields an abundance of tropical fruits - mangoes, papayas, avocados, and more - along with ornamental plantings that make this land as beautiful as it is productive.

Modern, Well-Maintained Equipment : Lions Gate's processing infrastructure is a genuine asset. The farm's mill was built approximately 10 years ago, with all major equipment installed at that time - meaning every piece of processing machinery is under 10 years old and operating at full efficiency. (A historic 1942 mill structure remains on property as a piece of living farm history, but day-to-day operations run entirely through the modern facility.) You inherit a capable, up-to-date operation - not a restoration project.

The Home: The residence at Lions Gate is every bit as inviting as the farm itself. Set within the property's tropical landscape, the home offers comfortable living quarters with the kind of indoor-outdoor connection that defines Hawaiian life at its best. Covered lanai space, lush surroundings, and the quiet rhythms of farm life make this a genuine retreat. Whether you're raising a family, hosting guests, or simply savoring the lifestyle you've worked toward, the home completes the picture of purposeful, beautiful living in paradise.

The Opportunity: This leasehold offering represents something increasingly rare: a turnkey agricultural business in one of Hawaii's most storied growing regions, with a home, modern equipment, established brand equity, and a willing seller committed to your success. Whether you're an experienced farmer, a coffee enthusiast, or someone ready for a meaningful lifestyle change, Lions Gate Coffee is ready for its next chapter.

Financial Information

  • $1,550,000 Asking Price
  • N/A Cash Flow
  • $450,000 Gross Revenue
  • N/A Down Payment
  • Yes Financing
  • N/A Adjusted EBITDA

Business Location

  • City: Captain Cook
  • State: Hawaii

Reason for Sale

  • After years of grinding it out, the owners are ready to retire

Detailed information

  • Year Established: 1942
  • Home Based: No
  • Franchise: No
  • Relocatable: No
  • Lender Prequalified: No
  • SBA Prequalified: No
  • Part-Time Employees: N/A
  • Contractors: N/A
  • Owner Worked Hours/w: 20
  • Inventory Included: Yes
  • Inventory Value: $180,000
  • Monthly Rent: N/A
  • Real Estate Available: Yes
  • Real Estate Included: Yes
  • Real Estate Value: $900,000
  • Building Size: 2350
  • FF&E Included?: No

Training/Support

  • The owners are happy to pour over the details with new owners, brewing a fully caffeinated, hands-on training so they’re grounded, dialed in, and ready to take the reins.

Market Outlook/Competition

  • Direct local competition includes a mix of established farm-retail operations, boutique roasters, and visitor-focused experiences, all claiming to offer any variety of mix from 10%-100% Kona coffee and aiming to capture part of the same tourism and loyal local customer base that this Coffee Company targets. Broadening sales channels (online, wholesale, and tours) offers differentiation, as does fostering a unique brand story tied to multi-generational farm heritage and on-site experiences.

Real Estate Description

  • A 2,350 sqf. 5 bed, 4ba home, a historic working coffee mill, and multiple outbuildings. The main home offers vaulted ceilings, bamboo floors, granite counters, teak cabinetry, and ocean-view lanais. Includes 1,938 coffee trees, fruit trees, solar power, and panoramic mountain and coastline views — a true Kona gem blending lifestyle and productivity.
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Brent Wenner
Sunbelt of Hawaii
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