LEASING + STORAGE OPPORTUNITIES AT BASE31
LEASING
Base31 is home to artisans, working through the mediums of paint, wood, and metal works. These artists have studios, galleries and teaching classes in their leased spaces. Base31 is also home to more than one landscape architecture, construction and design companies. Programming spaces at Base31 include galleries, an escape room, studios and multiple performance and events venues. In 2024, The Commissary opened, bringing a new food + beverage outdoor market to the site. New retail tenants also joined in 2024.
For more information about becoming a tenant, please complete the on-line form below.
We are making significant investments in the revitalization of Base31 and plan to continue to offer below-market rates for non-storage uses of the site that are aligned with our revitalization goals.
BASE31 VENDOR LEASING OPPORTUNITY AT THE COMMISSARY
We’re thrilled to offer unique rental opportunities for entrepreneurs, artisans, and small businesses this season! Base31 has three prime vendor spaces within The Commissary–our bustling outdoor food + drink market–available for lease starting May 2025. Whether you’re looking for a year round storefront, seasonal rental, a month-long pop-up, or something in between, let’s connect!
A vibrant hub for food, drinks, and community, The Commissary is where locals and visitors gather for everything from lunch bites to sunset-hour cocktails, dinner and post-concert parties. With 550-person capacity, five fully-equipped shipping container kitchens, The Commissary Bar and Café, and ample seating, this space offers a lively, music-infused atmosphere that keeps people coming back. The Commissary is a must-visit venue in Prince Edward County and the heart of the Base31 cultural destination.
Are you an artisan looking to market your product? Do you have a unique, curated offering? This could be the perfect space to showcase your business! We’re particularly inspired by vendors specializing in:
- Curated clothing + accessories
- Handcrafted candles
- Flowers + botanical goods
- Artisan cheese + charcuterie
- Preserves+ specialty foods
- Gourmet chocolate + confections
If you’re looking for a high-visibility space to connect with a lively crowd and grow your brand, this is your chance to be part of a premier destination!
Check out the details below and let us know what rental space would be ideal for you by filling out the contact form. We can’t wait to hear from you!
THE QUONSET HUT
Welcome to a prime 785 square feet retail space located within the 3,000 square feet Quonset Hut at The Commissary, which has high visibility and foot traffic for the business operating out of this space. It is available for an annual lease or six-month pop-up and operates year-round, making it an excellent opportunity for a food and beverage storefront, such as a café, bakery, or cheese shop.
BOARDWALK CABANAS
We’re excited to introduce six beach boardwalk-style Cabanas as ideal opportunities for micro retail vendors, with 64 square feet of prime space ideal for a multitude of retail opportunities, from take-home and packaged food retail, vintage records, vintage & designer clothing, home & beauty products, artisan wares and more. Nestled in the heart of The Commissary, these charming stalls offer high visibility and a buzzing atmosphere to sell products, engage customers, and promote your brand. Arranged in a boardwalk-style row, they create an engaging shopping experience where visitors can explore specialty foods, artisanal goods, and products from businesses across the region. Whether you’re looking to sell on-site or encourage visitors to a nearby location, these cabanas offer a dynamic, seasonal opportunity to expand your reach and connect with new customers.
MOBILE MARKET CARTS
Introducing our versatile mobile market carts, perfect for vendors selling take-home packaged items, such as artisanal honey, handmade candles, pre-packaged floral arrangements, fresh produce and other crafted goods. With their flexible, on-the-go setup, these carts allow you to reach a diverse customer base while benefiting from The Commissary. This is an ideal seasonal opportunity for small-scale entrepreneurs looking to make a big impact in an energetic retail space.
Photo Credit: Logan Somers
LEASING OPPORTUNITY–BUILDING 3, SUITE A
This beautifully renovated and historic building is available for lease. Formerly home to a professional commercial art gallery, this 3,250 square foot space features pristine white walls and large, light-filled windows. Located at the corner of Kingsley Road and County Road 22, this prime location has modern finishes, a storied past, and is ideal for retail or an art gallery.
LEASING FORM
Now accepting vendor and leasing inquiries! Please complete the form and we’ll get back to you in within three business days.
SHORT TERM + SEASONAL STORAGE | RATES
While we appreciate that the site serves an important need in providing indoor storage, this is not an area of business that is a priority for subsidy. Therefore, in determining our revised pricing for seasonal storage, we reviewed other options to determine a reasonable market price. Our rates for a six-month season of storage are:
EXAMPLE:
A 25ft boat x $35 would cost $875 plus tax to store for 6 months, NOT a per month charge, but a total charge.
- We will continue to store boats, trailers, campers, recreational vehicles, planes and farm equipment as per usual. We will no longer provide indoor storage for cars and trucks.
- We have adjusted our storage pricing to reflect current market rates. See below for more information.
- For boats stored on blocks, clients will be required to provide adjustable stands to brace the sides of the boat.
- We have developed a much more detailed storage license agreement. The agreement will require details of the items to be stored, an estimate of its value and proof of the client’s insurance.
- For security and logistical reasons, we will be limiting access to stored items during the season. Maintenance and winterization should happen prior to arrival.
- Prior to arrival on site, boats will need to be pumped out and the batteries unhooked.
- We are happy to report that Steve Everall has agreed to continue to support boat storage by providing haul out and delivery service to our facilities. We will be enhancing our security and installing indoor and outdoor security cameras on site.
SHORT TERM + SEASONAL STORAGE | RATES
While we appreciate that the site serves an important need in providing indoor storage, this is not an area of business that is a priority for subsidy. Therefore, in determining our revised pricing for seasonal storage, we reviewed other options to determine a reasonable market price. Our rates for a six-month season of storage are:
EXAMPLE:
A 25ft boat x $35 would cost $875 plus tax to store for 6 months, NOT a per month charge, but a total charge.
- We will continue to store boats, trailers, campers, recreational vehicles, planes and farm equipment as per usual. We will no longer provide indoor storage for cars and trucks.
- We have adjusted our storage pricing to reflect current market rates. See below for more information.
- For boats stored on blocks, clients will be required to provide adjustable stands to brace the sides of the boat.
- We have developed a much more detailed storage license agreement. The agreement will require details of the items to be stored, an estimate of its value and proof of the client’s insurance.
- For security and logistical reasons, we will be limiting access to stored items during the season. Maintenance and winterization should happen prior to arrival.
- Prior to arrival on site, boats will need to be pumped out and the batteries unhooked.
- We are happy to report that Steve Everall has agreed to continue to support boat storage by providing haul out and delivery service to our facilities. We will be enhancing our security and installing indoor and outdoor security cameras on site.