A Lakeside Chautauqua Tradition Since 1881
📚 Come and discover your next great read and new go-to family game in Ottawa County, Ohio’s only independent bookstore. Located in Lakeside Chautauqua, the bookstore has been a staple in this community since 1881. Now located in The Wall Nut, we offer an expanded selection of new and noteworthy books including bestsellers in fiction and non-fiction, classics, new adult/young adult, and a vast array of children’s books for all ages, including board books, Usborne, early readers, middle grade books and graphic novels. Open year round and serving Ottawa County, Ohio residents and guests visiting the Shores and Islands. Come see what’s inside.
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Stuffie Sleepover
229 Walnut Ave., Lakeside Marblehead, OH
6:30 – 7:00 pm
Discover Your Next Read
Immerse Yourself in the World of Books
Indulge in the Joy of Reading with Our Curated Selection
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the bookstore located?
We are located inside the Lakeside Chautauqua, OH community in the heart of the shopping district on Walnut Plaza just across the street from the Lakeside Association Administration Building.
Is there parking at the bookstore?
From Labor Day to Memorial Day (the Quiet Season), you can park along 3rd Ave. and Walnut and walk a feet to reach the store.
From Memorial Day to Labor Day (during the summer Lakeside Chautauqua season), please park in the free parking lot outside the Main Gate (located at the intersection of N. Erie Beach Rd. and E. Northshore Blvd.). Ask the gate attendant for a FREE, two-hour shopping pass, and take the FREE shuttle to the Hoover stop.
What are the operating hours
The bookstore is open year round. Please check with the store for current operating hours.
Are there any special events
Yes, the bookstore frequently hosts special events. Please look at our Events tab or our social media for upcoming events and more information.