Experience small-town Appalachian life, mountain views and artistic amenities from our hotel on the banks of the French Broad River. With four deluxe suites and two efficient bunkrooms, the Old Marshall Jail offers travelers a charming and unique experience amongst the Appalachian mountains and French Broad River. Our inviting suites are a great place for family vacations or couple's getaways, and our bunkrooms are perfect for busy travelers who just want the essentials.
For 116 years, the Old Marshall Jail has stood at the center of Marshall, North Carolina, stalwart during rising rivers and boom times. In its halls, the community has recorded life, death and drivers licenses. The stories of this town are literally embedded in the walls. We invite you to be a part of the next story, as the Old Marshall Jail takes on a new life.
For 116 years, the Old Marshall Jail has stood at the center of Marshall, North Carolina, stalwart during rising rivers and boom times. In its halls, the community has recorded life, death and drivers licenses. The stories of this town are literally embedded in the walls. We invite you to be a part of the next story, as the Old Marshall Jail takes on a new life.
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Built in 1905, the Old Marshall Jail was a center for small town Appalachian life until it closed in 2012 making it the longest operating jail in North Carolina history.
We invite you to get to know Jeff Bailey and Omar Smith, who proudly told us how they escaped through the ceiling.
Imagine Geraldine, the dispatcher, making biscuits in the morning.
Or trek the route down to the river on a spring morning, where serving out your sentence would mean going fishing for the day just as long as you were back before sundown.
We invite you to get to know Jeff Bailey and Omar Smith, who proudly told us how they escaped through the ceiling.
Imagine Geraldine, the dispatcher, making biscuits in the morning.
Or trek the route down to the river on a spring morning, where serving out your sentence would mean going fishing for the day just as long as you were back before sundown.
The Old Marshall Jail Hotel is co-owned by Emily and Josh Copus and managed by the amazing Morgan Diep and her team.
We are Marshall locals committed to creating a strong link between Appalachia's rich past and its future.
We are stewards of this beautiful perch above the French Broad River on the edge of the Pisgah National Forest.
Josh and Emily Copus bought the Old Marshall Jail with four partners in 2016.
For five years, we carefully deconstructed the original structure, preserving the historic aspects of the building and piecing it back together into a fully renovated and reimagined space.
We are Marshall locals committed to creating a strong link between Appalachia's rich past and its future.
We are stewards of this beautiful perch above the French Broad River on the edge of the Pisgah National Forest.
Josh and Emily Copus bought the Old Marshall Jail with four partners in 2016.
For five years, we carefully deconstructed the original structure, preserving the historic aspects of the building and piecing it back together into a fully renovated and reimagined space.
The Old Marshall Jail comprises four suites with kitchenettes and private bathrooms.
It also includes two bunkrooms, which can connect to the suites via an adjoining door.
The bunkrooms can also be rented as standalone units with shared bathrooms for guests who are traveling light.
With two picture windows, the Sheriff's Suite offers unparalleled views of the French Broad River, our iconic bridge, the railroad tracks and downtown Marshall.
The king size bed, kitchenette, dining table and shower/soaking bath combo make it the perfect place to stretch out, relax, and stay the whole week.
It also includes two bunkrooms, which can connect to the suites via an adjoining door.
The bunkrooms can also be rented as standalone units with shared bathrooms for guests who are traveling light.
With two picture windows, the Sheriff's Suite offers unparalleled views of the French Broad River, our iconic bridge, the railroad tracks and downtown Marshall.
The king size bed, kitchenette, dining table and shower/soaking bath combo make it the perfect place to stretch out, relax, and stay the whole week.
The first floor of the Old Marshall Jail is home to Zadie's Market, which offers the freshest products from local farms alongside specialty goods, a bar, restaurant and an expansive patio with a view of the French Broad River.
Grab a drink, a bite, and an unbeatable view of the French Broad River in our historic space.
The kitchen offers a rotating and seasonal menu and serves everything from elevated bar snacks to Appalachian-inspired dishes.
Zadie's Market is a specialty grocery that connects shoppers to fresh, locally grown products from our local farmers and community.
Grab a drink, a bite, and an unbeatable view of the French Broad River in our historic space.
The kitchen offers a rotating and seasonal menu and serves everything from elevated bar snacks to Appalachian-inspired dishes.
Zadie's Market is a specialty grocery that connects shoppers to fresh, locally grown products from our local farmers and community.
Our building has always been a hub for community life.
Today, the second floor of the building features four suites, two bunkrooms and a spacious deck overlooking the scenic French Broad River.
Downstairs is home to our sister business, Zadie's Market, which includes a kitchen, market and bar.
The market provides all the essentials and focuses on the finest, freshest local foods.
The kitchen serves hamburgers, sandwiches and salads crafted by chefs John Fleer, Ronnie Collins and their team.
The Zadie's bar offers a wide selection of local beers, wine, and non-alchoholic beverages as well as light bites curated by our kitchen.
Today, the second floor of the building features four suites, two bunkrooms and a spacious deck overlooking the scenic French Broad River.
Downstairs is home to our sister business, Zadie's Market, which includes a kitchen, market and bar.
The market provides all the essentials and focuses on the finest, freshest local foods.
The kitchen serves hamburgers, sandwiches and salads crafted by chefs John Fleer, Ronnie Collins and their team.
The Zadie's bar offers a wide selection of local beers, wine, and non-alchoholic beverages as well as light bites curated by our kitchen.
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