Summary
We are selling our vibrant and very busy honey/beekeeping supply business located in Knoxfield
Revenue
$400,000 pa
Rent
$55,000 pa
Expenses
$165,000 pa
Net Profit
$47,000 pa
Location Details
1/31 Rushdale St, Knoxfield
Business is Factory direct retail sales
Potential
Business operate 5 days per week from the knoxfield shop and also weekend markets, potential is to open for longer shop hours including Monay and Saturdays
Skills
Our customer base loves us for our passion to the industry and any potential buyer will need this passion.
Hours
Tuesday to Friday 10am to 3pm
Saturday 10am to 1pm
Lease
2 years with options for longer period
Reason for Sale
We are selling our business due to our age and the physical requiements needed for the beekeeping and honey production
About the Business
The Basin Backyard is a charming, family-run business nestled in Melbourne’s eastern suburbs, founded by a husband-and-wife team with over 12 years of beekeeping experience. With more than 200 hives spread across the Dandenong Ranges, Gippsland, and Eltham, they’ve cultivated a thriving community around bees, honey, and sustainability.
The Basin Backyard specializes in a diverse range of bee-related and natural products:
Raw, Unpasteurized Local Honey: Available in multiple floral varieties, harvested from their own hives.
Honeycomb & Beeswax Candles: Pure and handcrafted, perfect for natural living.
Honey-Based Alcoholic Beverages: Including honey gin, vodka, whisky, rum, and traditional mead.
Beekeeping Supplies: They stock HiveIQ EPS hives, Flow Hive 2 and 2+ models, BeeSafe suits, and starter packs.
Educational Services: Workshops, mentoring, and advice for backyard beekeepers and schools.
The Basin Backyard attracts a wide and loyal audience:
Local Families & Health Enthusiasts: Especially those interested in nutrition, natural remedies, and allergy relief (like hay fever).
Schools & Early Learning Centres: They work with kindergartens and ELCs to educate children about bees and sustainability.
Aspiring Beekeepers: From hobbyists to serious backyard keepers, they offer hands-on guidance and gear.
Eco-Conscious Shoppers: Customers who value transparency, ethical sourcing, and environmental responsibility
The Basin Backyard stands out for its authenticity and values-driven approach:
Sustainability Focus: Encouraging jar reuse and eco-friendly practices in every aspect of their business.
Community Engagement: Regular appearances at local markets like Upwey Community Market and educational outreach programs.
Passion for Bees: Their deep love for bees and sustainable living shines through everything they do—from product quality to customer care
History
Our business has operated for 10 years now with the past 5 years from the Knoxfiled location
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