Elizabeth Village and Resort

Company Description

Elizabeth Village is a traditional village styled resort with amenities including a swimming pool, dining deck, water activities, traditional experiences - canoeing, local market shopping, cultural performances, and other activities that promote the Liberian culture and experience. The resort is built on a Peninsula overlooking the serene and beautiful Benson River.

Countries of Operation

Liberia

Ownership of Company: Local company

Number of years since incorporated: 9

Project Pitch

Elizabeth Village and Resort - Africa Travel and Life: Elizabeth Village and Resort, founded and financed by a Liberian woman entrepreneur who has personally invested over $250,000 in land, development, and operations, stands as one of Liberia’s most acclaimed eco-luxury resorts. Located on a serene peninsula along the historic Benson River in Buchanan—just 50 minutes from Roberts International Airport and 2 hours away from the capital—the resort features 20 custom-designed chalets inspired by traditional Liberian villages, a full-service restaurant and bar, a signature Liberia-shaped pool, and scenic canoe tours. Since its opening in December 2017, Elizabeth Village has become one of Liberia’s top destinations for retreats, leisure, and corporate meetings, attracting both domestic and international guests. The business model combines revenue streams from room bookings, restaurant and bar services, group retreats, excursions, events, and day visits. With monthly revenues ranging between $6,000 and $20,000 and consistent high occupancy, the resort has proven profitable and sustainable. To meet growing demand, Elizabeth Village seeks a $1,200,000 investment to expand with 20 additional river top chalets, renovate the 20 structures, a larger conference and retreat facility for up to 500 guests, a strategic marketing communications system and operational cost for 2 years. Our vision is to establish Elizabeth Village as one of West Africa’s leading African-owned eco-luxury resorts celebrating Liberia’s art, culture and hospitality within five years. The resort is currently closed requiring funding to do works and begin operational.

Team

The team is headed by Hesta Baker, a nearly 30 year professional in the tourism industry. Baker also serves as the National Consultant for the International Trade Center on tourism and trade for Liberia.

Type of Project

Private Company project

Stage

Growth stage

Annual Revenue (in EUR)

50.000 - 100.000 EUR

Number of employees

11-50

Total Project Cost (in EUR)

1,028,475 EURO

Financing needs (in EUR)

Not specified

Funding traction to date (in EUR):

215,292 EURO

Type of financing needed

Grant

The Company is looking for:

Financing; Joint Venture/Partnership

Planned allocation of fundraising capital

Expansion (expanding an existing activity)