ROCK REST LODGE
Updated 20 days ago
Vernon Rd Rock Rest Lodge 16005 Mt Vernon
In the summer of 1923, amidst the throes of Prohibition, a vivacious young woman named Molly Barton, with her signature bob of fiery red hair, found herself employed at the infamous Rock Rest Lodge, a clandestine establishment that served as both a brothel and a speakeasy. The lodge's proprietor, the astute Madam Peaches Malone, quickly recognized Molly's potential as a "Flapper," a symbol of the era's rebellious spirit. With her captivating energy and charm, Molly soon became a favorite amongst the soldiers stationed at the nearby Camp George West...
Nestled amidst the serene beauty of the mountains, the Rock Rest Lodge has a rich and intriguing history that spans over a century. From its humble beginnings as a frontier trading post to its vibrant years as a bustling lodge and its subsequent periods of transformation and decline, the lodge has witnessed countless stories unfold within its walls, reflecting the changing tides of the surrounding region.