The Bayard House is seen all decorated for the 4th of July holiday. Carol and I enjoyed lunch eating along the C&D Canal. The white awning to the right of the Bayard House was our destination. The Bayard House is allegedly the oldest building in Chesapeake City. Samuel Bayard built the original Manor in the early 1780's in what was known as Bohemia Village. It was named Chesapeake City in 1824 after the Chesapeake & Delaware canal was constructed. In 1829 the building was turned into a tavern and inn and called Chick's Tavern. In 1845, under the ownership of Sara Beaston, a stable was added to accommodate traveler's horses. In 1858 Richard Bayard, a descendant of Samuel Bayard, purchased the inn and renamed it the Bayard House Inn. In 1899 it was renamed the Harriott House after the new owner, William Harriott. When prohibition arrived in 1919 it became a storefront for the sale of tobacco, although other products were sold illegally. Ten years later, due to financial difficulties, Mr. Harriott hung himself in the hotel. Capt. Albert Battersby purchased the inn in 1960 and sold it in 1982. The new owners restored the building to it's original charm starting in 1985 and it has become a favorite dining location along the banks of the canal. |
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