Lakefront Hospitality Platform

PORT CLINTON, Ohio

Asking Price	$2,010,000	Year Established
Annual Revenue	$496,063	Reason for Selling	Retirement
Annual P/L	$0	Attention	Vince Liuzzi
Annual Cash Flow	$113,427	Listing Number	1009780
# of Employees	21	Business Category	Food & Beverage: Bars, Clubs, Nightspots

Business Overview:

    Lakefront Hospitality Platform with Multiple Revenue Streams

An exceptional opportunity to acquire a fully integrated hospitality platform in a high-demand Lake Erie coastal community. This unique offering combines a popular, community-driven brewpub and restaurant with a 24-unit lodging operation, creating multiple revenue streams within a single, synergistic property.

Strategically located near marinas, boat docks, and a network of locally owned marine service providers, the asset benefits from strong seasonal tourism, repeat local traffic, and a steady flow of recreational visitors. The brewpub serves as both a destination gathering place and an on-site amenity for lodging guests, driving cross-utilization and enhancing overall customer spend.

The lodging component offers a mix of short-term and extended-stay flexibility, providing consistent base income with compelling upside potential. While short-term rental conversion through platforms such as Airbnb and VRBO presents a clear opportunity to increase revenue, the current extended-stay model continues to provide dependable occupancy and cash flow, with the ability to cover core operating costs, including debt service.

This is a turnkey operation with established infrastructure, brand presence, and operational continuity in place. The inclusion of real estate provides long-term investment security while positioning the asset for future growth and repositioning as a boutique lakefront destination. 

Ownership is pursuing a sale as part of a planned retirement, creating a unique opportunity for a new operator to step into an established, community-rooted business with immediate income and significant upside. 

The real estate is included in the sale and is listed and represented by Realty Professionals, a licensed Ohio real estate brokerage.  The listing agent is a licensed real estate professional in the State of Ohio.  Cooperation with qualified, licensed real estate brokers will be considered.

Ideal for an entrepreneur, hospitality group, or investor seeking a scalable platform in a vibrant waterfront market, this opportunity also appeals to a lifestyle buyer looking to own and operate a destination business in a highly desirable recreational setting.

Property Features and Assets:

<p>This Lake Erie hospitality business has evolved over time into a unique, dual-purpose destination serving both the local community and seasonal visitors drawn to the region’s robust boating and tourism economy.<br><br>The property was originally developed to support lodging demand in this active waterfront corridor, benefiting from its proximity to marinas, docks, and recreational traffic. Over time, the ownership introduced and expanded the brewpub and restaurant concept, transforming the location into a community gathering place and enhancing the overall guest experience.<br><br>Through this integration of food, beverage, and lodging, the business has established a loyal local following while consistently capturing seasonal tourism traffic. The combination of these complementary operations has created a self-sustaining ecosystem, where lodging guests patronize the restaurant and bar, and the brewpub attracts additional visitors to the property.<br></p>

Market Competition and Expansion:

<p>This asset operates within a fragmented and primarily single-use competitive landscape, where most nearby businesses focus either on food and beverage or lodging, but rarely both in an effective, coordinated way. Local competition consists largely of independent restaurants, bars, motels, and short-term rental properties serving seasonal tourism and community demand. As a result, few competitors offer a fully integrated guest experience.<br></p><p><br></p><p>Growth & Expansion Opportunities<br><br>This asset is well-positioned for a new owner to unlock additional value through operational optimization and strategic repositioning, while benefiting from a stable existing foundation.<br><br>Short-Term Rental Optimization<br><br>The lodging component presents a clear opportunity to transition toward a dynamic short-term rental (STR) model, including Airbnb and VRBO. This shift can increase average daily rates and overall revenue, particularly during peak lakefront seasons.<br><br>Stable Base Income<br><br>Even under its current extended-stay model, the lodging operation maintains consistent occupancy and reliable cash flow, providing a strong baseline that supports ongoing operating expenses and debt service. This creates a lower-risk entry point for buyers while they implement growth strategies.<br><br>Liquor License Expansion Opportunity<br><br>There is potential to pursue a 12-month liquor license versus the current seasonal structure, which could significantly enhance year-round revenue, extend operating consistency, and improve overall business valuation. This represents a meaningful operational lever for a new owner.<br><br>Integrated Guest Experience & Events<br><br>Expanded programming, including live music, private events, and bundled lodging packages, can further position the property as a destination experience and drive incremental revenue.<br><br>Brand & Market Expansion<br><br>Enhanced digital marketing, regional targeting, and brand development can increase visibility and attract a broader customer base beyond the immediate local market.<br></p>

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