Evenbrooke Marketplace — Local services in Lexington

I'm always haunting this Evenbrooke. This is a large place that has recently expanded into the building next door. A vendor-based model, you'll find a mix of mid-quality antique furniture, lighting, decor items and collectibles.

Upon entering, you'll see a plethora of wooden duck decoys and assorted bird sculptures. A lot of the stuff here seems rustic in nature, or has the cottage / farmhouse aesthetic. Farmhouse is still the rule of the land apparently in this region and if that's your vibe, this is your place. Grab your pumpkin-spice latte, ankle booties and wide brimmed felt hat and come on down.

You will find a coffee shop inside, serving delicious hot and cold beverages. There is a location in front of the coffee shop where they conduct classes, and they sell furniture paints and beautiful stencils. You can also find a few clothing vendors, and an attached food market to pick up your honey, Ashe County cheese, local meats, pies, and ice cream.

There are a few furniture flippers here - talented people who can see the potential in a forgotten piece and refurb it for resale. Lots of chalk paint and chippy finishes. You'll also find nice local art for sale, decor items made from cow hides, candles, and what I call weird-old-guy stuff: think coke bottles and old signs (I did spot some interesting art pottery hiding in that junk, however).

I've purchased a few items here - 2 adorable repainted night stands, a gooseneck rocker and a cedar chest, all for reasonable prices....

I just looked at my receipt after getting home. I was charged $14.94 for using my credit card. Buyers beware. Response to owner 05/17 Thank you for your response. Per our conversation yesterday you indicated that it was posted at the counter and you needed to post a notice at the entrance. You are correct it's a percentage and not a flat fee and I was not trying to imply it was a flat fee. I do take exception to your statement that it is commonplace at most businesses. I use my credit card for most all purchases I make and this was my first time experiencing a transaction fee. Concerning a transaction fee to be added to a debit card my research shows it can not be added unless allowed by local law. My intention wasn't to cast a shadow on your business but to let consumers know that if they pay with a credit card there will be a transaction fee added to the purchase. As to the discount on my purchases it was agreed to by the vendor and had nothing to do with the transaction fee. Again thank you for...

I love shopping at, and being a part of, Evenbrooke Marketplace, Lexington. It’s a bit like an antique mall but so much more. You can find fun vintage items there as well as fine antiques, primitives, collectibles and both new and old farmhouse chic! Several vendors specIalize in crafting and recrafting vintage furniture and creating beautiful decor pieces. The manager and his staff are welcoming and gracious, and they go above and beyond to assist both customers and vendors. If you are looking for a bit more than the typical dusty old antique mall full of merchandise that hasn’t moved for years, you’ll be pleased. With 80 vendors, it makes a journey from out of town worthwhile, but shopping there isn’t overwhelming. If you are a vendor or have always wanted to dabble in antiquing, or repurposing or restoring vintage items, stop by for a look...