Burke Cottage
Small Cottage
This single-storey marble cottage, owned by the half-elf Ella Perceval Burke, stands out in Low Town with its stark black roof and unrefined wooden decor. It boasts a singular bachelor-style chamber, warmed by an ever-burning flame that slowly roasts various meats, infusing the space with rich, homey aromas. The dwelling echoes Ella's simple yet determined spirit, offering comfort and solace to those who, like her, are searching for their place in the world.Asking Prices | Rent: 5 sp/d | Buy: 250 gp
Location: Low Town
Description: The house is a marble single storey building, with a black shingled roof and roughly hewn wooden furniture. It contains a single bachelor-style room with a bed and chest. In one corner is an enclosed flame with a spit of meat over the fire. Cured meats are hung in bundles from the rafters.
Rumors you might hear about the cottage:
The Stoic Stones: It's said the marble of the cottage was sourced from a quarry known to be the site of an ancient stoic philosopher's meditation center. It's said the site is north of the village a few miles, where a star fell long ago.Burke's Bounty: Locals whisper that Ella's first successful dish as a cook was so delightful it brought tears to a stoic knight, softening his heart.
The Hearth's Whisper: Elderly patrons claim the fire's crackle in the cottage speaks of the town's history to those who listen closely on silent nights.
The Cured Meats Mystery: Rumor has it the technique used for curing meats in the rafters was passed down from an enigmatic traveler who was a master of preservation.
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