The Scotlaur Inn, a one-time boarding house, is located
atop the world-famous Chick and Ruth's Delly, a family-owned
and operated restaurant that sits right in the middle of
Annapolis, Maryland's historic district. The building that
houses the deli was built on its now-historic foundation in
1901. Chick Levitt and his wife, Ruth, bought the building in
1965 and opened their now-famous deli that same year.
Back then, there were twelve rooms and two bathrooms on the
second and third floors above the deli. This "Ma and Pa"
establishment evolved into an Annapolis tradition, with the
Levitts' three children a common sight -- working behind the
counter, waiting tables, washing dishes, and performing
various other restaurant duties.
One of their children, Ted, took over the family business
and with the help of Chick rebuilt and remodeled the second-
and third-floor accommodations in 1986. The reconstruction
configured into ten rooms, and Ted and his wife, Beth,
combined those accommodations with the first-floor deli to
form a unique bed and breakfast that they've named after their
own children, Scott and Lauren. This is also a Wifi hot spot.
Each of the Scotlaur Inn's 10 beautifully decorated rooms
has a private bath and comes with a range of amenities,
including color television, telephone, hair dryer, iron and
ironing board, and central heat and air conditioning.
Ted, a graduate of the Culinary Institute of America, puts
his expertise to good use in the deli, which is open seven
days a week. This unique deli serves not only large helpings
of delicious food, but also huge quantities of genuine
friendship that have lasted throughout the years. A
complimentary breakfast is included with most room
reservations.
Chick's love and concern for people led to his and Ruth's
dream of operating an historic bed and breakfast. The memories
of Chick and Ruth live on with Ted and Beth. They look forward
to continuing to serve wholesome food, friendship, and quality
lodging. |
Annapolis, an historical seaport that overlooks Chesapeake
Bay, has often been described as the "sailing capital of
the world." Home to the U.S. Naval Academy, Annapolis is
Maryland's state capital, once the capital of the United
States in the 1700's. Washington D.C., Annapolis' successor is
just 25 minutes away, as is Baltimore.
There's plenty to see and do without leaving Annapolis,
however. Here, you will find what is arguably the best
rockfishing in the world, and guests of the Scotlaur Inn are
just minutes away from several souvenir shops and world-class
restaurants, as well as the Naval Academy and the State
Capitol Building.
Charter boats provide scenic tours of Chesapeake Bay, and
there are some great hiking trails in Annapolis for those who
like to explore the area's beauty on foot. Tennis and golf are
nearby as well, and once a year, Annapolis serves as one of
the primary stops in the renowned Round-the-World Boat Race
known as the Whitbread. |