Carlisle couple runs vintage shop that doubles as live music venue

Nikki and Chad Bretz

Business Name: The Bunkhouse Vintage and More

Years in business: 2 years

Location: 636 N. West St., Carlisle

Contact: The Bunkhouse Vintage and More on Facebook

Q: Why did you want to start this kind of business?

A: This coupled both my husband’s and my passions and hobbies together: my love of all things old and the memories they spark and my husband’s love of live music. Vintage shop by day, live music several Saturdays a month.

Q: How did you get your start?

A: When the pandemic hit and the world shut down, all the things we used to do were nonexistent. We needed something to occupy our time. So the vintage business started.

Q: What does your business sell or provide?

A: Vintage housewares, clothing and jewelry.

Q: What is the biggest challenge you are facing right now?

A: Getting customers through the door. We have such a great thing and space, but no one to appreciate it.

Q: What is your favorite thing to do or place in Cumberland County?

A: I love all of the small businesses and business support in the area. The community is amazing.