RONCEVERTE, W.Va. (WVDN) – Wildwood Mercantile and Café Verte officially opened its doors on Saturday, April 25, marking a new arrival on Edgar Avenue in Ronceverte. The venture led by Anna Stout-Tuckwiller and her husband, William Tuckwiller, and their children, with creativity grounding every decision in quality over speed.
The store and cafe operate Wednesday through Saturday, from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. The owners describe the project as a long-term labor of love, with ongoing plans to expand offerings based on community input. A key focus from the outset is to partner with local artists and artisans, curating handmade art, gifts to inspire adventure, and a curated selection of vintage finds.
The family invites ideas and feedback from the community on what people would like to see in the shop and cafe. They’ve already expanded by purchasing the Rexall building next door and have plans for two additional storefronts in the coming years, signaling their long-term commitment to the town.
Anna and William, both longtime Greenbrier County residents, center on community connection beyond aesthetics, with neighbors looking out for one another. Anna’s background blends art and photography with later work in the medical field, while William brings a shared passion for the region’s landscape and its people. The family emphasizes that their venture will continue to evolve, refining offerings in response to community feedback.
The Wildwood Mercantile & Café Verte blend brings together a carefully curated mix: an abbreviated Coffee and Espresso menu, complemented by fresh-baked local pastries daily; and a rotating selection of handmade art, gifts, and vintage finds sourced through partnerships with local artists and artisans. Plans include expanding offerings and curating a broader mix of gifts and products as community preferences become clearer.
The West Virginia Daily News spoke with Anna about their grand opening. “We had a great time seeing old friends and meeting new ones and learning how to make what they love,” she said. “We have already learned so much and hope to continue to grow in time with the community, being built in this fun little corner of Greenbrier County.” She added, “We’re excited to bring this project to the town and look forward to what the future holds.”
