Lodge & Resort Appraisals, By Region
AACI-certified market value and insurance replacement cost appraisals for fishing lodges, hunting camps, RV parks, and wilderness resorts, backed by Canada's dedicated hospitality real estate platform. Select your province or territory below to get started.
Frontier Hospitality Advisor provides AACI-certified market value (going-concern) and insurance replacement cost appraisals for fishing lodges, hunting camps, RV parks, and wilderness resorts, currently available in British Columbia, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Ontario, the Northwest Territories, Nunavut, and Yukon. Choose your region below for details on coverage, sub-regions, and how to request a quote.
Where Is Your Lodge or Resort Located?
Each region below has its own dedicated page covering local sub-markets, access considerations, and how to request an appraisal.
British Columbia
Market value and insurance replacement cost appraisals for BC wilderness lodges and resorts — from the Cariboo and Skeena to the Interior, Kootenays, and Peace Region.
Saskatchewan
Specialized appraisals for northern Saskatchewan fishing lodges, RV parks, and wilderness resorts — a region defined by remote lake-country access and provincial outfitter licensing.
Manitoba
Appraisals for Manitoba fishing lodges, fly-in camps, and northern resorts — covering the Interlake, Parklands, and the remote boreal north.
Ontario
Appraisal services for fishing lodges, RV parks, and wilderness resorts across Ontario's lake country — defined by remote fly-in access and outfitter licensing considerations.
Northwest Territories
Market value and insurance replacement cost appraisals for NWT fishing lodges, outfitter camps, and eco-tourism properties, accounting for unique land tenure and fly-in dependency.
Nunavut
Appraisal services for Nunavut eco-tourism lodges and outfitter camps operating within Inuit Nunangat, dependent on air-only access across three distinct regions.
Yukon
Market value and insurance replacement cost appraisals for Yukon fishing lodges, hunting outfitters, and wilderness resorts, incorporating First Nations consultation and territorial land status.
Don't see your province or territory listed? Frontier Hospitality Advisor is continuing to expand appraisal coverage across Canada — get in touch and we'll advise on options for your area.
Lodge & Resort Appraisal Requires Specialized Expertise
Fishing lodges, RV parks, and wilderness resorts combine remote real estate, seasonal business operations, and outfitter licensing into a single asset — a valuation challenge standard commercial appraisal methods aren't built for.
Going-Concern Valuation
Lodges and resorts are valued as operating businesses, accounting for guided services, seasonal revenue, occupancy, and outfitter license value — not just land and cabins.
Insurance Replacement Cost
Accurate replacement cost appraisals require specialized knowledge of construction costs and the cost premiums associated with fly-in and remote access sites.
Remote Market Knowledge
Credible lodge appraisals depend on familiarity with fly-in access premiums, water-frontage values, and regional recreational demand across every region served.
Lender & Legal Standards
Financing, estate planning, partnership disputes, insurance coverage, and litigation support all require a signed CUSPAP-compliant report from a qualified AACI appraiser.
Two Types of Lodge & Resort Appraisal
Every regional page includes both appraisal products, tailored to the sub-markets in that area.
Market Value Appraisal (Going-Concern)
Establishes the most probable price a lodge or resort would achieve in an open, competitive market, incorporating guided services revenue, seasonal occupancy, and outfitter licensing alongside the physical real estate. Required for financing, purchase and sale, estate planning, partnership buyouts, and litigation.
Insurance Replacement Cost Appraisal
Establishes the cost to reconstruct all insurable improvements — lodge buildings, cabins, docks, and infrastructure — at today's material and labour costs. For remote and fly-in properties, replacement cost frequently exceeds market value due to fly-in and mobilization premiums.
Required Designation: AACI
For complex rural and recreational properties like fishing lodges and wilderness resorts, the AACI designation is the recognized gold standard.
Appraisals Completed by an AACI-Designated Appraiser
Every appraisal on this platform is completed to the AACI standard, qualifying the appraiser to value complex recreational assets including fishing lodges, RV parks, fly-in resorts, and eco-tourism properties, adhering to the Canadian Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (CUSPAP) on every engagement — market value or insurance replacement cost.
- AACI designation from the Appraisal Institute of Canada
- Familiarity with remote property markets and fly-in access dynamics
- Experience with both going-concern and replacement cost methodology
- CUSPAP-compliant reports accepted by lenders, insurers, and courts
Common Questions About Lodge & Resort Appraisals
What regions do you serve for lodge and resort appraisals?
Frontier Hospitality Advisor currently offers appraisals in British Columbia, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Ontario, the Northwest Territories, Nunavut, and Yukon. Coverage is focused on these regions to provide the depth of local market knowledge — remote access premiums, regional recreational demand, outfitter licensing nuances, and northern construction cost differentials — that a credible lodge or resort appraisal requires.
How do I find the right regional page for my property?
Select your province or territory from the region grid above. Each regional page details the specific sub-markets covered, local considerations relevant to that area, and how to request a quote.
What is a going-concern lodge or resort appraisal?
A going-concern appraisal values a fishing lodge, hunting camp, or wilderness resort as an operating business — not just the land, cabins, and buildings. It incorporates revenue from guided services, accommodation, and outfitter operations alongside physical real property assets. This is the appropriate methodology for market value assignments.
What is an insurance replacement cost appraisal?
An insurance replacement cost appraisal establishes the full cost to reconstruct all insurable improvements on a property at today's material and labour costs, in the property's existing location. It does not reflect market value — for remote and fly-in lodges, replacement cost is often significantly higher due to fly-in material delivery and remote mobilization premiums.
What types of properties do you appraise?
Fishing lodges, hunting camps, RV parks, fly-in wilderness resorts, waterfront eco-resorts, and similar recreational hospitality properties, including those with outfitter licensing, guided operations, and remote or fly-in access.
My property is outside your current service regions — what should I do?
Contact Frontier Hospitality Advisor directly for advice on options. Appraisal coverage is continuing to expand to additional Canadian provinces and territories over time.