Category: Recent Transactions

Modern America Campgrounds Acquired Thomas Point Beach and Campground in Brunswick, ME

Thomas Point Beach and Campground in Brunswick has been sold to Modern America Campgrounds. The property, renowned for hosting events such as the Maine Highland Games and various music festivals, has been in private ownership by the same family since it was purchased by Harry and Marion Crooker in 1956. “At Modern America Campgrounds, we are committed to preserving the traditions that make Thomas Point so special while investing in various improvements to enhance your experience,” Modern Camping America said in an announcement on its website. “From upgrading facilities to…

Simply Marinas Brokered the Sale of Shelter Bay Marine to MarineMax, Inc. in Marathon, FL

Simply Marinas just brokered the sale of Shelter Bay Marine in Marathon, FL, to MarineMax, Inc., on March 5, 2025. The Simply Marinas team represented both parties. The team handled the exclusive listing as a confidential offering, with a competitive bidding process among select prequalified prospects in the Simply Marinas Network. Shelter Bay is a full-service rack storage marina in one of Florida’s most popular boating destinations. The Marina stands out as an attractive marina due to its prime location, full range of services, vibrant community, and secure facilities. These…

KOA Welcomes New Owner of Award-Winning Campground to its KOA Family of Campgrounds in Waldport, OR

Kampgrounds of America Inc. (KOA) welcomes USA Camping Company, the new owner of the Waldport/Newport KOA Journey, to the KOA family of campgrounds. USA Camping Company brings extensive experience in outdoor hospitality, dedicated to providing immersive nature experiences, camping adventures and memorable vacations. Their commitment to enhancing guest experiences and creating community connections makes them an outstanding addition to the KOA network, KOA said in a release. Overlooking the Alsea Bay, the Waldport/Newport KOA Journey offers direct access to the ocean. Open year-round, this campground is surrounded by attractions, including…

Jetstream RV Resort at Med Center Joins the KOA Family, Elevating Guest Experience in Houston, TX

Blue Water is proud to announce that its managed property, Jetstream RV Resort at Med Center, has joined the prestigious Kampgrounds of America (KOA) network under the new name Houston/Med Center KOA Holiday, reinforcing its commitment to providing a premier outdoor hospitality experience to Houston guests. The transition marks another step in Blue Water’s mission to redefine RV and resort living with a blend of elevated amenities, strategic locations, and guest-centric services. “We are thrilled for Houston Med Center KOA Holiday to join the KOA family and provide an even…

Modern America Campgrounds Acquires King Phillip’s Campground in Lake George, NY

Modern America Campgrounds, the largest RV park owner in the Northeast announced its acquisition of King Phillip’s Campground in Lake George, NY. King Phillip’s has 220 sites and is the closest campground to Lake George. This marks the company’s 30th park acquisition in the last 24 months, further solidifying its position as a leader in the outdoor hospitality industry. “We are thrilled to welcome King Phillip’s to the Modern America Campgrounds family,” said Hunter Vazza. “It is an amazing property, and we intend to expand the park by an additional…

Angleton Realty Buys 50 Acres for RV Park Development in Angleton, TX

  Locally based investment firm Angleton Realty has purchased approximately 50 acres in Angleton, located south of Houston, for the development of a new RV park and commercial space. Details on the commercial component, as well as an overall construction timeline, were not disclosed. Kirk Laguarta, Duane Heckmann and Nate Jackson of Land Advisors Organization represented the seller, an entity doing business as Rancho Isabella LLC, in the transaction. Darbe Gosda of CBRE represented Angleton Realty. Source

Modern America Campgrounds Acquires Winding River Campground in Exeter, NH

Modern America Campgrounds, the largest RV park owner in the Northeast, today announced its acquisition of Winding River Campground in Exeter, NH. This marks the company’s 29th park acquisition in the last 24 months, further solidifying its position as a leader in the outdoor hospitality industry. “We are thrilled to welcome Winding River Campground to the Modern America Campgrounds family,” said Hunter Vazza. “It is a wonderful property, and this acquisition aligns with our strategic growth plan and allows us to offer even more diverse camping options to our guests.”…

Open Road Resorts Announces the Acquisition of Good Shepherd RV Park in Gunter, TX

Open Road Resorts (ORR), a leading outdoor hospitality company focused on owning and operating RV parks and campgrounds across the United States, today announced that it has acquired Good Shepherd RV Park & Storage in Gunter, Texas (just north of Frisco, Texas). Good Shepherd RV Park & Storage is the fifth park in the Open Road Resorts portfolio and the second in Texas. ORR’s other parks are located across Idaho, Nebraska, New Mexico, and Texas. The ORR team seeks to provide superior hospitality experiences by acquiring exceptional parks and investing…

Modern America Campgrounds Acquires Thomas Point Beach & Campground in Brunswick, ME

Modern America Campgrounds, the largest RV park owner in the Northeast, announced its acquisition of Thomas Point Beach & Campground in Brunswick, ME. This marks the company’s 28th park acquisition in the last 24 months, further solidifying its position as a leader in the outdoor hospitality industry. Thomas Point Beach was started in 1956 by Harry and Marion Crooker. The 80-acre Oceanside Park was owned and operated by the family up until the sale of the property. Modern America was selected to purchase the property because they intend to carry…

Athena Real Estate Expands With its Acquisition of Waterside Campground & RV Park in Lewistown, PA

Athena Real Estate, LLC is pleased to announce the acquisition of Waterside Campground & RV Park, located at 475 Locust Road, Lewistown, PA, through an affiliate. The RV Park has beautiful waterfront views of both the Juniata River and Pennsylvania Canal. This 234-site RV park stretches across 167 acres with expansion potential and features full amenities. More than ten million people live within a three-hour drive of this scenic property, including residents of markets such as: State College, Harrisburg, Williamsport, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, and Baltimore. This acquisition marks the 13th property…