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A Legacy Hospitality Opportunity on the Mayo Peninsula For more than half a century, the Bayside Inn stood as a cornerstone of the Mayo Peninsula-an institution where generations gathered over steamed crabs, cold drinks, and the unmistakable rhythm of Chesapeake life. From 1971 until its recent closure, this was not merely a restaurant; it was a ritual, a destination, and a deeply rooted part of Anne Arundel County's cultural fabric. Today, that legacy is not gone-it is available. Positioned along coveted Mayo Road, this offering presents a rare opportunity to step directly into an established hospitality footprint with infrastructure, identity, and community recognition already in place. The goodwill built over decades cannot be replicated, only inherited-and for the right operator, this is a chance to carry that momentum forward with clarity and purpose. The property is fully equipped for immediate activation. All personal property remains on-site, allowing a seamless path to reopening or repositioning. A Class B (BWL) liquor license-increasingly difficult to secure-conveys with the sale, permitting on-premises and off-premises alcohol sales, dancing, and Sunday service, providing broad operational flexibility and revenue potential. A posted capacity of up to 175 patrons supports both steady daily volume and event-driven programming. Included in the offering is the adjoining residence at 1248 Mayo Road, creating a compelling live/work scenario for owner-operators or additional income potential. Whether utilized as management housing, short-term rental, or administrative space, this component adds both versatility and value. The fundamentals here are undeniable: A location with decades of proven patronage A fully built-out restaurant environment with essential infrastructure intact A transferable license structure that materially accelerates time to market A community that already knows-and remembers-the address What remains is vision. This is an opportunity suited for an experienced operator who understands the advantage of stepping into a space where the heavy lifting has already been done. Whether revitalizing the beloved Bayside Inn concept, introducing a contemporary coastal brand, or reimagining the property entirely, the foundation supports immediate and meaningful execution. Opportunities like this-where history, infrastructure, and entitlement align-are increasingly scarce in the Chesapeake Bay region. 1246 Mayo Road is not simply a property for sale. It is a legacy waiting for its next steward.

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Listed by David L Wright of Coldwell Banker Realty

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