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EXTRAORDINARY OPPORTUNITY IN THE HEART OF DOWNTOWN HISTORIC LEWES! Situated in a high-visibility location along Savannah Road, this landmark 6,089 total sq. ft. transformed Victorian property seamlessly combines timeless coastal elegance with high-capacity commercial infrastructure. Rich in local history, this distinctive Queen Anne–style house was originally built for Johnston, a noted diver and salvager of shipwrecks, by his business partner, contractor William H. Virden. The home's architectural character includes an ornate piazza and an elaborate interior staircase crafted from quartersawn red oak. A mid-twentieth-century owner was Otis H. Smith, longtime mayor of Lewes from 1950 to 1968 and head of Fish Products Company, then the town's largest employer. After deteriorating into a rundown rental property by the 1970s, the historic home was subsequently restored and is currently occupied by a business operating under the name "Harvard House." Boasting 4,012 sq. ft. of primary space across multiple levels along with an additional 2,040 sq. ft. lower level for storage, prep, laundry, and operational support, the footprint offers unmatched scale and versatility. Currently configured as an upscale 105 seat restaurant, the main floor features light-filled dining rooms with hardwood flooring, skylights, a full custom bar, and a charming wrap-around porch with a gazebo area for outdoor seating. Culinary operations are supported by a fully functional kitchen setup featuring a modern, fully integrated dumbwaiter, a convenient modern improvement that serves as a charming nod to classic Victorian architecture (please note: restaurant equipment does not convey with the real estate, but is available for purchase separately). The upper floors offer numerous private rooms, providing endless adaptability. Whether you envision continuing its success as a premier restaurant, converting it into a luxury Bed & Breakfast, establishing high-end retail boutiques, or housing corporate and professional suites, this trophy asset is ready for its next chapter. Rare properties of this distinction and prime location seldom become available; bring your vision to Downtown Lewes today!
Listing Highlights for 210 Savannah Rd
Status
Active
Days on Site
47
Property Type
Commercial Sale
MLS ®
DESU2120884
Year Built
1900
Total Square Footage
6,089
Lot/Acreage
0.12
Interior Details
- Appliances:
- Air Cond: Central A/C,Zoned
- Heating: Forced Air
- Fireplaces:
- Floor: Hardwood,Tile/Brick
- Basement:
- Other:
- Water: Public
Exterior Details
- Lot Description: Not New Construction,Horse Property: No,In City Limits
- Garage Capacity: N/A
- Parking Spaces: 2
- Lot Dimensions: 54.67 x 110.41 x 41.07 x 56.77 x 56.94
- Zoning: TN
- Roof: Shingle
- Others:
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Parking Features: Private,Public,Driveway,On Street,2+ Spaces,1+ Spaces
Financial Details
- Tax Amount: $3,936
- Taxes w/Assessments: N/A
- Tax/Property ID: N/A
- Tax Year: 2026
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210 Savannah Rd Lewes, DE 19958
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