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Sea Isle City’s LaCosta Lounge + Hotel Contents to be Auctioned Off

Sea Isle City’s LaCosta Lounge + Hotel Contents to be Auctioned Off

In February 2022, significant changes were announced for the iconic Ludlam Hotel and Bar, located at 4004 Landis Avenue in Sea Isle City, New Jersey.

Formerly known as the LaCosta Lounge nightclub and the Coast Motel, these establishments have been landmarks on the island for many years.

Sea Isle City’s LaCosta Lounge + Hotel Contents to be Auctioned Off

Sea Isle City’s LaCosta Lounge + Hotel Contents to be Auctioned Off

The LaCosta Lounge nightclub, in particular, had garnered a reputation as one of the best nightclubs on the Jersey Shore.

However, in 2018, Christopher Glancey and Bob Morris purchased the property for $7.3 million, with ambitious plans to transform it into a luxurious resort.

Their vision included adding two new restaurants, an indoor-outdoor bar, a rooftop bar, a swimming pool, a fourth floor to the hotel, and a new tower.

This expansion would increase the total number of rooms from 24 to 58, offering a variety of styles and suites.

Although the renovation plans were approved in March 2022, it has taken several years and multiple revisions to prepare for the project’s commencement.

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Last week, it was announced that the entire contents of the restaurant, bar, and hotel would be sold to the highest bidder in an online auction hosted by Geyer Auctions on June 22nd, starting at 3:30 PM.

Interested buyers can preview and inspect items on Friday, June 21st, from 1 PM to 6 PM, and on Saturday, June 22nd, from 10 AM to 3 PM.

Successful bidders can pick up and remove their items on Sunday, June 23rd, and Monday, June 24th, from 9 AM to 5 PM, and on Tuesday, June 25th, from 9 AM to 2 PM.

The auction includes a wide range of items, such as:

  • Beverage-Air Sliding Door Coolers
  • Stainless Steel Kitchen Equipment (prep tables, shelves, sinks, etc.)
  • Bar Equipment (bar tables, stools, and chairs)
  • Neon Beer Signs and Advertising Signs
  • Micros Cashier Systems and computers
  • Pizza Equipment (baking trays and racks)
  • Commercial Gas Baking and Roasting Oven
  • Hotel Room Furniture and Contents, Fixtures
  • New Bed Sheets & Shower Curtains
  • Patio Umbrellas
  • Flat Screen TVs
  • Maytag Commercial Washers & Dryers
  • Over 30 Samsung Air Conditioning Units
  • DJ Sound Equipment and Lighting
  • Car Mate 16’ Enclosed Trailer
  • 40’ Sea Container Storage Box
  • Building Signage
  • Commercial Entry Doors

To view photos of all auction items, visit geyerauctions.com.

This auction represents a unique opportunity to acquire a piece of Sea Isle City’s history while the Ludlam Hotel and Ludlam Bar & Grill undergo their transformation into a modern resort destination.