Krezk
The fortified village of Krezk lies near the edge of Strahd's domain, and the wall of mist that marks the border is clearly visible above the treeline. The villagers are so terrified of Strahd and his wolves that they never venture away from the village. Within their walls, they grow trees that provide ample wood to keep them warm on cold nights. They have chickens, hares, and small pigs, as well as gardens of beets and turnips. The only thing they depend on the outside world is wine.

Abbey of Saint Markovia
Looming high above Krezk is the Abbey of Saint Markovia, once a convent and hospital. After Saint Markovia and her followers failed to overthrow Strahd, the abbey became a fortress closed off from the rest of the world. By the time their supplies ran out, they had either been killed by each other's hands or driven hopelessly insane.
Then over a century ago, a pilgrim from a distant land came to Krezk and reopened the abbey. The nameless man was strikingly handsome and extremely persuasive, and the villagers couldn't help but do as he commanded. Eternally young, he presides over the abbey to this day, and locals refer to him simply as the Abbot.