A large, low, stone-brick building near the main gate of Rookmore earns the title of the busiest tavern and inn in Rookmore. Some gnomish bodyguards and Tessel, the goliath barkeep, keep the business running day to day. From their elevated corner booth, a group of 5 duergar Vaakbonds often smoked and chatted throughout most days. The Vaakbonds essentially owned the Stone Hearth and are the final say on all decisions made in the firelight of their hearths. Don Tristurro frequented the inn as well.