A rare opportunity to acquire and reimagine one of Lake Winnipesaukee’s most recognizable hospitality concepts.
Since opening in 2018, The Dive became a true Lakes Region destination—a one-of-a-kind floating restaurant and bar known for cold drinks, casual food, live entertainment and its unmistakable Key West atmosphere. More than a restaurant, The Dive became a summer tradition with an exceptionally loyal following among Lake Winnipesaukee boaters, residents and visitors.
Following a devastating fire in July 2026, the owners have elected not to rebuild and are now offering an opportunity for a new owner or operator to carry the concept forward in a new form.
The available opportunity may include, together or in separate components:
The commercial barge/hull and remaining propulsion equipment;
The recognizable The Dive name and brand;
Established social-media accounts with a combined following exceeding 20,000;
Website and related digital assets;
Brand goodwill, historical content and substantial community recognition; and
The opportunity to rebuild, reposition or repurpose the concept.
Public interest surrounding The Dive remains extraordinary. Recent social-media activity concerning the fire and the future of the concept generated significant attention, including approximately one million views and an immediate outpouring of interest from potential buyers, operators and supporters.
This is not the sale of a currently operating restaurant. It is an opportunity to acquire some or all of the physical and intangible components behind a proven destination brand—and potentially relaunch it with an established audience already waiting to see what comes next.
Possible uses could include a rebuilt floating restaurant and bar, private-event venue, excursion or entertainment concept, branded shoreside location, licensing opportunity, or another marine or hospitality use, subject to all required inspections, licensing, permitting and regulatory approvals.
SALE PROCESS
To ensure that all interested parties receive consistent information and an equal opportunity to evaluate this unique offering, the transaction will be conducted through a structured sale process.
Interested parties should submit an inquiry through this listing. Each prospective buyer will be asked to complete a Confidentiality Agreement and Buyer Profile before receiving additional information.
A comprehensive information package, including available historical financial information and additional details concerning the brand, digital assets, commercial barge and remaining equipment, is currently being assembled. Qualified prospective buyers will receive the package when it becomes available, together with instructions regarding the submission of preliminary proposals.
The sellers anticipate establishing a proposal deadline after qualified prospective buyers have had a reasonable opportunity to review the available information. The opportunity is not being offered on a first-come, first-served basis.
The sellers are open to proposals involving the complete opportunity or individual components. Proposals will be evaluated based upon overall value, transaction structure, buyer qualifications, intended use and the buyer’s ability to complete the transaction.
Interested parties should complete the inquiry form associated with this listing. All inquiries will be handled exclusively through Sunbelt Business Brokers of New Hampshire.
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