Waters Edge Wineries
Waters Edge Wineries® is an urban micro-winery franchise that brings the winery experience into local communities. Franchisees produce and bottle high-quality wines on-site using premium grapes sourced from top vineyards around the world, without owning vineyards. The concept combines wine production, a welcoming tasting room, bistro-style food, wine clubs, and events in a relaxed neighborhood setting. It’s ideal for executives or entrepreneurs who love wine and hospitality and want a lifestyle-oriented business with multiple revenue streams, strong margins, and a proven model—without the complexity of a traditional winery.
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Food & Beverage
Brand highlights
- CEOKen Lineberger
- Headquarters8560 Vineyard Avenue, Rancho Cucamonga, CA, 91730
- Year founded2004
- Year started franchising2012
- IndustryFood & Beverage
- Locations open13 (+6 last three years)
Statistics & metrics
- Investment range$577,295 - $1,335,899
- Franchise fee$55,000
- Royalty6%
- Brand fund2%
- Required Liquid Capital$250,000
- Required Net Worth$500,000
- Average Gross Sales$881,555
- Do not disclose in Item 19Not Disclosed
Brand superpowers
Urban micro-winery model (no vineyards required)
High operating margins through vertical integration
Multiple revenue streams: wine, food, clubs, events
Scalable buildout with flexible real estate options
Lifestyle-driven concept with strong community appeal
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Ideal candidate profile
Owner Operator Preferred
No Industry Experience Required
Values Outstanding Customer Service
Community Centric
Business Acumen
Outgoing
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FDD insights
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FDD Version Referenced - Issuance Date: 2021-04-27
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| Financial Performance Representations | Review any financial performance information Waters Edge Wineries provides, including revenue or earnings data, if disclosed. |
Location data
| Total locations | 13 |
| Franchise locations | 13 |
| Corporate locations | 0 |
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