411 E Front Ave Chester, AR 72934

The Beard & Lady Inn, a historic 1887 bed-and-breakfast, offers a turn-key business opportunity. This fully restored 9,600 sq. ft. property, built by U.S. Marshal Colonel Jacob Yoes, is set on 0.31 acres. Located less than half a mile from I-540, it blends historic charm with modern comfort and includes a six-figure revenue hospitality business. The inn features 11 uniquely themed rooms, including two luxury suites. One suite includes a kitchenette and an expansive bath with a clawfoot tub and shower. The remaining bathrooms offer a total of 7 showers, 9 toilets, and an additional tub. The on-site Mercantile & Apothecary Shop provides a retail and entertainment experience, complete with a stage for live music and a large seating area. The bottom floor features a commercial kitchen, spacious dining hall, and wood-burning stove, suitable for group events, weddings, and retreats. Recent upgrades include a new roof, insulated walls, updated HVAC systems with mini-splits, modern electrical, hot water heaters, and dehumidifiers integrated into the flooring. Outdoor amenities include a large patio, lush gardens, a stream with a covered bridge, natural fencing, ample parking, and RV hookups. The property has become known for hosting weddings, festivals, reunions, murder mysteries, train excursions, and interactive plays. It is located in Chester, AR.