He Came Bought an Old Inn in Middletown
Leo M. Bernstein at age 60 reshaped Middletown by buying the Wayside Inn in 15 years from a 300-person town to a thriving center. He founded the Wayside Theater and helped spur a sewer system and a community college, while amassing roles at Guardian Federal Savings and Loan and WETA. He plans to continue civic efforts as a philanthropist and business leader.
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Bernstein expands Shenandoah holdings with Crystal Caverns project
Leo Bernstein extends his Shenandoah Valley presence beyond Middletown owning the Wayside Inn Narrow Passage Inn and Crystal Caverns in Shenandoah County He plans Crystal World with a sand beach picnic grounds a historic pageant in a natural amphitheater and a Cedar Creek Battle reenactment He also owns 2000 acres in Warren County a retreat called Gafia for Wayside Inn guests and envisions five acre estates amid a growing regional future
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Wayside Inn Preserves History While Serving Guests
Middletown reports the Wayside Inn a historic motor inn on Route 11 with roots dating to Wilkerson's Tavern. Owner and manager Bill Castro preserves antiques and crafts a presidential dining room while balancing traditional country recipes and modern comforts for locals and travelers alike.
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