Trade Winds Lodge

1009 E Hwy 20

Valentine NE 69201

$1,375,000

32 Room Motel

16,219 sq ft

​https://tradewindslodge.com/

 

  Excellent opportunity for owner-operator. Turn-key business with numerous upgrades the last 5 years. 

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• Living Quarters 3 BD | 2 Bath | Loft

• Rental House

• Casino & Vending (Just added in 2025)

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Conveniently located on east Hwy 20 on the edge of Valentine. Built in 1965 with many recent upgrades including signage, outdoor patio, room renovations, LED lighting, pavement improvements and more.

 

This motel sits on almost 8 acres, beautifully landscaped with mature trees, flowerbeds, shrubs and a meticulously maintained lawn. There is also room for expansion.

 

32 ground level rooms

3 Attached garages

42x25 Farm Utility Building

34x28 Outdoor Patio

 

Security System

Exterior electrical outlets

New Fire Extinguishers and boxes

 

**On-site revenue opportunities include:

• Rental House

• Casino

• Billboard Rent

 

Valentine is in the heart of the Sandhills & the County seat for Cherry County NE and attracts visitors all year.

Nationally acclaimed for recreational Hunting, Fishing, Canoeing, Tubing, Kayaking, Camping, Hiking.

Main St Valentine is thriving with local entrepreneurs, mainstream businesses, coffee shops, unique eateries, quaint shopping, & the largest Western store between Canada & Texas!

 

Tourism flourishes during the summer months due to the abundance of rural entertainment in the Sandhills.

Just a few of the local attractions are:

 - Niobrara National Scenic River

 - Golf Courses: Prairie Club, Frederick Peak & Cap Rock

 - Smith Falls State Park

 - Valentine National Wildlife Refuge

 - Merritt Reservoir Campground

 - Cowboy Trail for hiking/biking

Check out the visitor website for more details: https://visitvalentine.org/

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Trade Winds Lodge has long been a favorite for guests traveling to Sturgis for the motorcycle rally, attending the local Old West Days, attending Bull Bash, other annual traditions & all the summer activities.  May - August are regularly fully booked. 

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2025 Tax Assessment $1,043,015

2025 Taxes $5457.36

If interested, please contact me to discuss financials, occupancy rates, cap rates and other details.

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LISTING AGENT: Mary Gambill 402-760-0215 
LISTING PRICE: $1,375,000