For Sale: The Pleasant Pheasant

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Location: Woodland, CA

Overview: The Pleasant Pheasant Bookstore is the only independent bookstore in Woodland that offers selection of 9,000 new books, board games, stationery, and gifts. Owned by a local husband and wife, the bookshop’s inventory has been tailored to accommodate the local readership with a twist that reflects the owners’ love of nature, science fiction, fantasy and children’s books.

Key Features:

  • Established Reputation: 3 years of operation with a loyal customer base.
  • Prime Location: Morgan’s Mill Complex on Court Street across from one of the most popular coffee/wine & beer bars in town, Morgan’s Mill. Great parking and walkable from the downtown main street.
  • Diverse Inventory: Extensive collection of books, board games (for all ages), stationery, art prints, and gifts.  
  • Training Included: Owner will adequately train you with business operations to adequately assure a smooth transition.  

The Pleasant Pheasant offers a wonderful opportunity to connect with the local community members and to be a part of the small businesses that make Woodland unique. The business is well-positioned for continued success, with the potential to expand its online presence (social media and online sales) and increase the number of reader/author events. We are actively seeking a buyer who is passionate about The Pleasant Pheasant’s mission to enrich the local culture by ensuring independent bookstores remain relevant and central to the success of small communities.

 

Contact: Elliot Reinhart (co-owner) at elliot@pleasantpheasantbooks.com.


 

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