Morro Bay - Beach Property For Sale #4472467

Extraordinary Event Venue - HUGE PRICE IMPROVEMENT SELLER FINANCING AVAILABLE! The stunning Scenic Coast of San Luis Obispo County is home to The Lodge, Morro Bay's foremost regional event center located on Highway 41, only a mile outside the Morro Bay city limits and a mile-and-a-half from the world-renowned Pacific Coast Highway. This turn-key 2.5+/- acre facility has been fully renovated and is beautifully kept, inside and out. The classic wrought iron entry gate and an assortment of mature palm trees of all shapes and sizes invite you in, setting the tone for what's ahead. The double full-arched iron doors of the 8,000 +/- sq. ft. building are framed by more palms and Corinthian columns, leading into the classy and spacious foyer; the greeting place and heart of the venue. Two large banquet rooms feature tall, open-beamed ceilings, raised stages, and have connected access to each other plus doors to the well-manicured grounds. With a total maximum standing occupancy of 1,041, Banquet Room A can accommodate up to 156 guests for dining and Banquet Room B can accommodate up to 191 dining guests; totaling 347. The fully equipped commercial kitchen is a caterer's delight with plenty of elbow room, ample counters including a serving bar with sink and lots of storage below, Black Diamond gas range with six cast-iron open-top burners, raised griddle, broiler, and two porcelain-interior ovens, upright stainless-steel double-door fridge, complete dishwashing station, and two large, lighted buffets. Both the kitchen and Banquet Room B open to the huge covered Santa Maria style BBQ pit where you can take the party outside to enjoy the coastal air and mild temps averaging 63-70 degrees year-round! As if that wasn't enough, additional features include ADA compliant bathrooms, caretaker's quarters, newer roof, and lots of paved parking including handicap parking spaces and spaces dedicated for motorcycles. Serviced by an owned 26 kw solar system installed approx. 3 years ago, private well with 15,000 gallon water storage tank, pump house, and detached garage/shop. The property is zoned AG REC, which allow for a wide range of uses. Historically, The Lodge has been gathering place for weddings, conferences, trade shows, dances/parties, educational events, meetings, private membership clubs, cultural events, antique shows, plays, festivals, and more. Now it's your turn! (Be sure to take the linked 3D tour.)