Finding the local carpenter in Pelican Town is essential for expanding your farm, upgrading your farmhouse, and unlocking new crafting options. Robin runs the Carpenter's Shop located at 24 Mountain Road, north of Pelican Town. Her shop is open most days from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, though specific weekly closures, festival days, and construction schedules can catch unprepared players off guard. Whether you're looking to purchase raw materials like wood and stone, construct a silo, or build a deluxe barn, understanding Robin's routines saves valuable in-game time.
This guide breaks down Robin's exact daily schedule, her inventory pricing, building requirements, and common pitfalls players encounter when trying to interact with her.
Where to Find Robin: Location and Shop Hours
The Carpenter's Shop shares space with Robin's family home, where she lives with her husband Demetrius, daughter Maru, and son Sebastian. To reach the shop from your farm, exit east into Pelican Town, head past Pierre's General Store, continue north past the Community Center, and follow the path up into the Mountain area. The building sits on the right side of the road.
While her standard operating window is 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, her weekly availability shifts significantly based on two major exceptions:
- Tuesdays: The shop is closed all day. Robin leaves the counter to attend an exercise class with Caroline, Jodi, Emily, and Marnie at Pierre's General Store. (Note: If it's raining on a Tuesday, the class is canceled, and the shop runs normal hours.)
- Fridays: The shop closes early at 4:00 PM. After closing, Robin heads down to the Stardrop Saloon with Demetrius to spend the evening socializing.
Additionally, Robin completely shuts down counter services on any day she is actively constructing a building on your farm, or when a town festival interrupts the normal daily routine.
Permanent Stock and Material Prices
Beyond construction services, Robin acts as a primary vendor for basic building supplies and interior decor. Prices for staple materials scale depending on the in-game year, making early-game stockpiling a smart strategy.
- Wood: Costs 10 gold per piece in Year 1, increasing to 50 gold per piece in Year 2 and beyond.
- Stone: Costs 20 gold per piece in Year 1, increasing to 100 gold per piece in Year 2 and beyond.
- Furniture and Recipes: Robin sells rotating chair inventories, rugs, fireplaces, and permanent catalog options like the Furniture Catalogue (unlocked after your first house upgrade) and essential crafting recipes such as the Workbench and various braziers.
Utilizing a Workbench allows you to craft items using materials stored in any adjacent chests without needing to hold them in your inventory, making it one of the most practical early purchases from her shop.
Farm Building Requirements and Costs
Robin is responsible for constructing all major farm infrastructure. Each building requires a combination of gold, wood, stone, and occasionally refined resources like iron bars or hardwood. Planning your resource gathering ahead of time prevents unnecessary delays.
- Silo: 100 gold, 100 stone, 10 clay, and 5 copper bars. Essential for cutting grass and storing hay before winter arrives.
- Coop / Barn: The basic coop costs 4,000 gold, 300 wood, and 100 stone; the basic barn costs 6,000 gold, 350 wood, and 150 stone. Upgrading these buildings sequentially unlocks ducks, goats, rabbits, and pigs.
- Stable: 10,000 gold, 100 hardwood, and 5 iron bars. Building a stable rewards you with a horse, which permanently increases your movement speed across the map.
- Shed: 15,000 gold and 300 wood. Provides a large customizable interior space ideal for organizing kegs, preserve jars, or crafting setups.
For official data on building dimensions and late-game upgrades, consult the Stardew Valley Wiki Carpenter's Shop.
House Upgrades and Milestones
Upgrading your farmhouse unlocks vital quality-of-life features. Robin manages these renovations directly from her counter.
- First House Upgrade: Costs 10,000 gold and 450 wood. Expands your living space to include a kitchen (enabling cooking mechanics) and unlocks the bedroom double bed alongside the purchase of the Furniture Catalogue.
- Second House Upgrade: Costs 50,000 gold and 150 hardwood. Adds two new rooms, allowing you to have children and unlock cellar access for aging wine and cheese.
- Third House Upgrade: Costs 100,000 gold. Adds a nursery room layout option.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Managing your construction timelines efficiently requires avoiding a few common scheduling traps:
- Trying to buy materials on Tuesday: Showing up on Tuesday leaves you locked out because of her exercise class. Always check the in-game calendar before making the trek up the mountain.
- Forgetting construction locks the counter: Once you commission a building, Robin spends the next few days working on your farm. During this window, you cannot purchase items or start a new project until the current build finishes.
- Ignoring the Friday afternoon cutoff: Arriving at 4:15 PM on a Friday means finding an empty shop while Robin heads to the saloon.
For community-driven planning tools and layout strategies, visit ConcernedApe's Official Website to stay up to date on game features.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is Robin's shop closed on Tuesdays?
Tuesday is Robin's designated day off from the counter. She spends the day participating in an exercise group with other Pelican Town residents at Pierre's General Store. However, if it rains on a Tuesday, the exercise class is canceled and the shop remains open.
Can I gift Robin while she is working on my farm?
No. When Robin is actively constructing a building or house upgrade on your property, she is entirely focused on the job and will not accept gifts or engage in standard dialogue until the project is complete.
How long does it take Robin to build farm structures?
Most standard farm buildings, such as coops, barns, and silos, take exactly two days to complete. Robin begins construction the day after you place the order, meaning the building will be ready for use on the morning of the second subsequent day, provided no festivals interrupt the schedule.
What is the best item to gift Robin?
Robin loves Hardwood, Peach, Goat Cheese, Spaghetti, and Pumpkin. Giving her loved gifts on her birthday (Fall 21) provides a massive boost to your friendship level, which eventually triggers mail containing unique crafting recipes.
