Spectacular Restaurant for Lease (The Nest) in Chelsea

Situated in Sylvan Township just north of downtown Chelsea, this property offers a prime location along M-52 with excellent accessibility and natural appeal. The area blends open farmland, scenic views, and a peaceful rural atmosphere while maintaining close proximity to I-94 and key population centers like Ann Arbor and Jackson, making it ideal for destination-driven hospitality and events.For Lease: Restaurant located in Prestigious Robin Hills Farm – 20390 N M-52, Chelsea, MI Turnkey Commercial Kitchen | Expansive Patio Dining | High-Demand Event Destination “Robin Hills Farm is a unique agri-tourism destination featuring three event spaces—Pasture Barn, Glasshouse, and The Nest (https://www.robinhillsfarm.com/).” Now available for lease, this fully equipped restaurant shines as a rare opportunity to operate within one of the region’s most scenic and versatile hospitality properties. The previous "Nest” closed Fall 2024 and the site is ready for immediate occupancy, offering a wide range of revenue streams. Use the "Nest" name to open with your concept or rename it. • Features a state-of-the-art commercial kitchen, fully equipped and ready for operation. • Interior dining area seats 175, offering a spacious and comfortable environment for guests. • Outdoor patio seating area (155’ x 30’) with additional seating for 150, seamlessly connected to the interior dining and bar area by five roll-up glass garage doors open to the outdoor dining space, providing scenic views of two ponds. • Designed for operational efficiency with an overhead door for waitstaff servicing the patio and a separate overhead delivery door directly into the kitchen. • Boasts soaring exposed ceilings, ranging from 19’ to 24’, with modern spiral ductwork that enhances the open, industrial aesthetic. • Use and/or purchase of existing furniture is negotiable, offering flexibility for incoming operators. Located on a 130-acre working farm, the property includes: • Four scenic ponds • Pasture Barn – timber-framed, open-air event structure with 8 surrounding acres • Glasshouse – enclosed event space with panoramic views and patio • Outdoor Amphitheatre – naturally terraced seating for performances and programs • Extensive hiking trails and natural surroundings This site is a proven event destination: • 100+ events hosted in 2024 • 55 weddings already booked for 2025 • Event capacity ranges: o Weddings: 80–300 guests o Private events: 50–200 guests o Corporate/educational/community: 20–800 guests This turnkey restaurant offers an exceptional opportunity for restaurant operators, caterers, or hospitality groups looking to lease a fully functional and highly sought-after restaurant location with built-in demand.