There’s nothing like walking into a small locally owned bookstore with character to chooses your next great read. And since it’s never been more important to support small businesses in Washington, today we’re giving a shout-out to a place with true character. Vault Brooks and Brew will soon return to the wonderful coffee shop, gathering place, and bookstore it has always been. But for now, you can order books and products online for in-store pickup or shipment.
Vault Books and Brew is located in the historic Castle Rock Bank Building, which dates back to 1912.
Vault Books & Brew / Facebook Several small businesses have made a home here since the building’s bank days. But when Jennifer and Brian Engkraf took over the lease in 2016, they lovingly renovated it and restored it to its original glory.
Since its 2016 opening, Vault has become a beloved local meeting spot for residents of Cowlitz County.
Vault Books & Brew / Google The 1,600 square foot space still has crown molding and safe deposit vault.
The former money vault is now a children’s play area, which is popular with the young readers.
Julie R. Neidlinger / Google And the onsite coffee shop is equally as popular with their parents.
The cafe sells delicious coffee drinks made from locally roasted beans, perfect for savoring over a great book.
Vault Books & Brew / Facebook They also sell pastries, healthy snacks, and other sweet treats like ice cream.
The vault’s shiny silver and gold door adds a decorative touch to the area and reminds us how far the space has come.
Vault Books & Brew / Facebook Plus, it’s a great conversation piece.
As far as the book selection goes, you’ll find all kinds of new and used literary delights here.
Vault Books & Brew / Facebook From children’s books to young adult reads and the latest and greatest novels, you’ll find everything you’ve been wanting to read as well as some reads you didn’t know you needed in your life.
Due to current circumstances, Vault Books and Brew can only sell their amazing books online.
Vault Books & Brew / Facebook But since it’s so much more satisfying to purchase books from a community business like this than a large corporation, they’re keeping their business afloat.
Vault Books and Brew also sells gifts for those who need to ship something to someone special or cheer themselves up.
Vault Books & Brew / Facebook Under ordinary circumstances, they’re open daily for your coffee, shopping, and literary needs.
To see the latest selection at Vault Books and Brew, check out their Facebook page for daily updates. Email vaultbooksandbrew@gmail.com or fill out this form to order books.
Vault Books & Brew / Facebook
Several small businesses have made a home here since the building’s bank days. But when Jennifer and Brian Engkraf took over the lease in 2016, they lovingly renovated it and restored it to its original glory.
Vault Books & Brew / Google
The 1,600 square foot space still has crown molding and safe deposit vault.
Julie R. Neidlinger / Google
And the onsite coffee shop is equally as popular with their parents.
They also sell pastries, healthy snacks, and other sweet treats like ice cream.
Plus, it’s a great conversation piece.
From children’s books to young adult reads and the latest and greatest novels, you’ll find everything you’ve been wanting to read as well as some reads you didn’t know you needed in your life.
But since it’s so much more satisfying to purchase books from a community business like this than a large corporation, they’re keeping their business afloat.
Under ordinary circumstances, they’re open daily for your coffee, shopping, and literary needs.
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Address: 20 Cowlitz St W, Castle Rock, WA 98611, USA
