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Historic Bed and Breakfast Property

411 E Front AVE Chester, AR 72934

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For Sale
$1,250,000

MULTI_FAMILY - Chester, AR

Property size:
9,600 SF
Lot size:
0.31 Acres
Price / SF:
$130/SF
Added:
Oct 13, 2025
Days on Market:
272
Last Refresh:
Jul 11 at 12:06 pm

Property Features for 411 E Front AVE

General Information

Property type
Residential Multi Family
Property subtype
Other
Bedrooms
9
Rooms
Bedroom 2, Bedroom 7, Bedroom 6, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 5, Bedroom 8, Bedroom 1, Bedroom 9
Parking features
RV, On Street
Standard status
Active
APN
720-00004-001
Size
9,600 SF
Lot size
0.31 Acres

Taxes and HOA fees

Tax Description
Long See Attachment
Tax Annual Amount
1908

Utilities

Heating system
Electric (Heating), Central
Cooling system
Electric, Central Air

Building Details

Year built
1887
Floors in Building
2
Number of units
11
Flooring type
Wood, Tile - Ceramic
Roof type
Other

Listing agent Laura McLean License #SA00081842

Listing office Keller Williams Platinum Realty 3300 S 70th St., Fort Smith, AR

Listing date Oct 13, 2025

MLS# 1084575 Listing URL

Copyright © 2026 Western River Valley Board of REALTORS®. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.


Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

The Beard & Lady Inn is a turn-key, fully restored 1887 bed-and-breakfast offering 9,600 square feet of hospitality space with modern comfort. The inn features 11 uniquely themed rooms, including two luxury suites. One suite includes a kitchenette and an expansive bathroom with a clawfoot tub and shower, while the remaining bathrooms provide a total of 7 showers, 9 toilets, and an additional tub. On-site amenities include the Mercantile & Apothecary Shop with a stage for live music and a large seating area. The lower level includes a commercial kitchen, a spacious dining hall, and a wood-burning stove, supporting guest stays as well as group events, weddings, and retreats. Recent upgrades are noted throughout, including a new roof, insulated walls, updated HVAC systems with mini-splits, modern electrical, hot water heaters, and dehumidifiers integrated into the flooring.

Located at 411 E Front Ave in Chester, Arkansas, the property is described as less than half a mile from I-540 and set on landscaped grounds. Outdoor features include a large patio, lush gardens, a picturesque stream with a covered bridge, natural fencing, ample parking, and RV hookups.

The property is being offered as a complete operation, with the inn described as a thriving hospitality business already in operation and connected to events such as weddings, festivals, reunions, murder mysteries, train excursions, and interactive plays. For an owner-operator, entrepreneur, or operator looking to run a historic destination with on-site retail and event-ready space, the combination of guest rooms, commercial kitchen, and flexible lower-level gathering areas is a practical fit.

Key Highlights

  • Historic 1887 Beard & Lady Inn: 9,600 sq ft fully restored bed‑and‑breakfast set on 0.69 landscaped acres.
  • 11 themed guest rooms, including two luxury suites.
  • Suite includes kitchenette and expansive bath with both a clawfoot tub and shower; total bathrooms offer 7 showers, 9 toilets, and an additional tub.

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Current Use by Public Records

Beard and Lady Apothecary ... (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Beard and Lady Inn Hotel & Motel Homegrown Native Foods Restaurant

Suggested Use

HVAC Service Food Market Farmer's Market Hotel & Motel Restaurant

Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

FAQs

What type of property is this?
Bed & breakfast - Turn-key 1887 inn with 11 themed rooms, a commercial kitchen, and modern upgrades for group events and stays.
Where is this bed & breakfast located?
The property is located at 411 E Front AVE Chester, AR.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $1,250,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Historic 1887 Beard & Lady Inn: 9,600 sq ft fully restored bed‑and‑breakfast set on 0.69 landscaped acres.; 11 themed guest rooms, including two luxury suites.; Suite includes kitchenette and expansive bath with both a clawfoot tub and shower; total bathrooms offer 7 showers, 9 toilets, and an additional tub.
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