Plum Crooked *Not Damaged* is a well-appointed, fully restored 1930s Alpine-inspired fairytale cottage nestled between a mountain & rushing creek right at the edge of town. Like an old forgotten poem, Plum’s inspirational charm is a step back in time! ~ Luxury Furnishings & Bedding ~ Feathertop King Bed ~ Clawfoot Tub. Lounge on the dog-friendly gated wraparound porch overlooking the creek as the small town pace of historic Marshall passes by. The space Plum Crooked Poet’s Cottage has been fully restored and completed in 2021 while retaining its original 1930s charm. Plum was not damaged by the flood of downtown Marshall. A rediscovered treasure, everyone in town knows and loves the one and only purple storybook gingerbread cottage on Main Street in Marshall. A rare in-town property, Plum offers plenty of private parking as well as, multiple grassy yard spaces perfect for your pets. If you are looking for something a little different, our enchanting Poet’s Cottage fits the bill. We wanted to create a space that has the comfort of “feels like home” appeal but also offers our guests an experience that is a completely unique experience! A covered wraparound porch offers a peaceful respite with rocking chairs, outdoor wicker seating and a bistro set to enjoy the rushing creek just below. Nestled against the mountain we call Ibsen’s Knoll, the cottage has been transformed into a haven of inspiration and restful cozy comfort. A perfect blend of downtown location coupled with the dramatic setting at the base of the mountain, Plum Crooked is a perfect choice if you are looking for a Blue Ridge getaway which is not secluded or remote. Main Street in Marshall follows along the French Broad River and then bends uphill past the old church. Plum is nestled across the creek that feeds down to the river. It’s location just at the edge of town is easy to find and access, while offering an extra level of security. The town of Marshall is perfectly situated in the Blue Ridge Mountains of NC close to Asheville, hiking and rafting, horseback riding, skiing, and a thriving arts and homesteading community which has maintained the small town Main Street America of bygone days! Our small cottage is ideal for a couple’s getaway, writer’s/artist’s retreat, or solo adventure for singles with an added level of security and access in a downtown small village. We imagined a space that could inspire a poet and the moment you cross over your private bridge, you know a special experience has begun. Of course, we have a working vintage typewriter. Who doesn’t love pecking away on an old Corona? I am the owner and host and personally clean and stage the home for each guest. Details are of the utmost importance to ensuring our guests have a seamless stay with us and many of our guests comment that they feel right at home the moment they check in which is exactly the sentiment we strive to provide! Art Nouveau is our inspiration for the decor and feel of the home. We lovingly refer to our interpretation as Rustic Nouveau! Plum Crooked truly is a one-of-a-kind property created with loads of love and attention to the smallest detail. I simply love this house and I so hope you will as well! The covered back deck offers a more private nature space and has a convertible outdoor sofa to full bed for afternoon naps or if you want to sleep your nights nestled against the mountainside. There are also two outdoor recliners perfect for reading or that lazy twilight moment! A retractable privacy screen and glass ball lights transform the back porch into your very own outdoor living room with a small garden at the base of the mountain. A charcoal grill and a few yard chairs are stored on the deck if you would like to BBQ in the side garden. Rumi’s Lounge is one of our favorite spaces and I think you will be drawn to it as well! The wraparound porch is dog friendly with security gates to totally enclose the space so your pups can enjoy the Blue Ridge Mountain air with you during your porch time! Both side yards provide lots of grassy spaces for them to romp and play as well. The Italian king size sleigh bed offers what we like to think of as the finest king bed for let in town! A premium feather pillowtop, goosedown pillows, down comforters, Belgian linens/high thread count sheets and a custom bedcrown offer our guests the ultimate mountain sleep experience. A bed fit for a poet! We added a freestanding closet, chest of drawers and luggage stand with plenty of hangers and built-in shelving for your convenience. Our bedroom has been nicknamed Dreamland for good reason! The new kitchen features solid oak cabinetry and granite countertops, modern fixtures and amenities. It is fully stocked with all of the cooking utensils and necessities to cook your own meals and includes a Haier stainless convection oven range, french door refrigerator with ice maker, microwave, blender, coffee maker for both brew and pods, a french press, coffee bean grinder, juicer, electric water kettle, toaster, pots/pans, dishes, glasses and silverware but heads up - No dishwasher. Vintage table linens and fine china, as well as, basic cooking essentials, oils, spices, coffee, tea, sugar, sweetener, pancake mix/syrup, popcorn, jam, condiments and napkins/paper towels are provided. And we always provide a fresh loaf of artisan bread, homemade jam and fresh butter for your arrival! Our french country dining room is a light filled cozy space that is open to the kitchen and filled with original art and charm. Hardwood floors throughout the house provide additional old world charm, as well as, a stringent level of cleanliness. The small bathroom retains the original clawfoot tub and we have added a shower for your convenience. Ample storage shelves and baskets give you plenty of nooks for your toiletries. Shampoo, conditioner, bodywash, handsoap and hand sanitizer are always provided along with abundant fluffy towels and washcloths, toilet paper and tissue. Laundry service is available for extended stays upon request. Plum Crooked is an 850 sq ft one bedroom cottage. The cottage is small, four rooms and a bathroom, and there is one closet in the living room with plenty of shelves and room to stow your luggage. Please keep this in mind if you wish to book an extended stay. The home is nearly 100 yrs old and we have tried to retain as much of the original structure as possible in the restoration. Please be gentle with the doors and windows. She was built a wee bit crooked back in the day! The living room has two extra deep velvet loveseats with loads of down pillows and luxury throws. There is an antique writing desk for use as a dedicated workspace and usb chargers are included throughout the house. The 800+ Mbps Wifi is always lightning fast and reliable. There is a 40 inch smart tv and the infrared fireplace completes the coziness of the space. The house is comfortably heated with a Toyo Laser heating system, multiple wall heaters and the house is naturally cool in the summer months due to the setting at the base of the mountain. There are ceiling fans in each room and two window unit air conditioners for the hotter months but it is rarely, if ever, necessary. We also have an air purification unit that runs at all times and the entire house is sanitized via ozone between each guest stay! Our private bridge is the entryway to our wee town haven and you can feel the magic begin as soon as you cross. Plenty of private parking adds to the convenience of our in-town property. Plum Crooked offers a unique blend of alpine small town mountain bohemia, as well as, your own mountainside and creekside venues. Come and be inspired - be transformed - but most of all - be spoiled at our Plum Crooked Poet’s Cottage. As Shakespeare once said, “ I like this place and willingly could waste my time in it”! Guest access After you cross the bridge to Plum Crooked, you may park anywhere on the gravel driveway. The adjacent grassy lot is part of our property and you may use that as well. Other things to note Laundry service is available for extended stays and there is also a laundromat located in Marshall.