A charming and useful addition to this historic town's bevy of attractive downtown shops and…read moreeateries. This delightful emporium is filled with fun and tasteful home design at a wide variety of price points. If you're seeking gifts or want to liven up your decor, stop in to shop from their artful array of home goods. My picks: a letter pressed card, a vintage silver server, snarky crockery, salacious kitchen and cocktail linens, framed animal ancestor art, and a beast head (sans taxidermy) to decorate a wall.

I just bought a beautiful, unique piece. I LOVE this store!!…read more It's wonderful to spend time and find all the special items!

Gorgeous curation of special home items, gifts, jewelry and accessories, candles & scents, artsy…read moreoffice supplies, pillows, scarves and other decor. I wanted every single item in here! And bought way more than I came in for. Local and woman-owned, and they are just as charming as the amazing vibes of their shop. I'll definitely be back for one of the designer fire extinguishers--because what a genius house warming gift.

Online buyers beware: All sale items are "final sale," even though the listing doesn't mention…read morethis. So, no refund, no exchange, no store credit for anything that is on sale.

What a gem of a shop! We visited a few summers back and I never left a review so I'm doing so now!…read moreTheir curated shop is something right out of a magazine. It's one of those shops you visit once and follow on instagram forever after!!! We bought a few gifts and kitchen items that we still use to this day! We also bought the most gorgeous sweater and hat that still look brand new (two years later!) I've looked far and wide and still haven't found a shop that compares in quality of items and experience like clove and creek! It's not one to miss!

My wife has found her new absolute favorite bookstore! I think it is an incredibly thought out and…read moreperfectly executed bookstore meets bar meets cafe. We were about an hour away where this is typically around 5 hours away so knew we needed to check it out being so close. Snagged street parking easily and even just the vibes of the outside started off our experience so nicely. Located at what is dubbed Four Corners that is I believe the only remaining intersection in the US that has pre-revolutionary stone houses on all 4 corners. Such an amazing sight to see the old architecture. Rough Draft has utilized the space so perfectly. Worth visiting even if you are looking to just browse. I highly recommend trying a coffee or tea drink to start your day though and a baked good. If those aren't your cup of tea grab a beer or wine then. My wife got an Iced Mocha and loved it. I went with one of their current specials, "I Know What You Did Last S'more". It was so good but was unique compared to a typical s'more coffee drink since it had espresso and smoked black tea. I also had a chocolate croissant while my wife had a maple palmier and we enjoyed both. We snagged some window seats and it was the perfect way to enjoy the drinks and baked goods. My wife loved browsing the books and thought it had so many unique books she hadn't seen at other bookstores. Which it really is more than just a bookstore with the cafe and bar vibes! Highly recommend everyone check it out, if you can. We look forward to coming back!

I have so many good things to say, where do I even start?!…read more First of all, this book and bar spot is absolutely beautiful. It's located on such a charming street, and stepping inside felt like walking into an elevated Barnes & Noble straight out of a Harry Potter movie. There are endless shelves of books across every genre, cozy seating throughout, and the perfect atmosphere to spend hours browsing or reading. The coffee was just as wonderful as the space. I wasn't sure what to order, so the barista recommended a drink and was incredibly accommodating with my many requests. I can't have too much milk or syrup, so I basically gave them a complicated custom order, and they made it exactly to my liking without hesitation. I also ended up buying one of the chocolate bars they had at the counter and turns out it was $20!!!! As a tourist, I had no idea it was a well known local chocolate brand with a factory nearby, so that was a fun surprise. This is the kind of place that makes you want to slow down. I'd love to come back, grab a coffee, spend the entire afternoon reading, and just soak in the comforting smell of books and fresh coffee. Such a cozy, magical spot that's well worth visiting!

This store is a GEM! And they sell gems! Ken the purveyor…read moreis a shining light and a beacon of great knowledge. He'll help you find what you need and want. They also have Buddhist, Hindu, Christian, Tao, Zen, Egyptian, African, Mayan, Native American, Pagan, Wiccan items. There's something for everyone here. Great shop to pop into. Need a gift for a friend, it's probably here. I can't wait to return!

The owner is so incredibly nasty. I tried to go inside with my service dog yesterday and she was so…read morerude. I explained to her that my dog is well trained and travels with me everywhere. That I can even go on airplanes and into restaurants. She said in a nasty tone "well, I don't know anything about that." This same thing happened when I tried going inside a long time ago and the man that was there was equally rude. I would never shop there.

A train buddy of mine recommended this place as a good destination when taking a trip with the…read morewife. He said they had lots of trains, and other things that would appeal to the misses. He was correct on both counts. It took an hour to get here from Albany (actually, a little more because we got lost and our smart phone led us astray) and as we were arriving at lunch time we both hoped that food might have been part of their wares. Sadly, it was not. What we did find was a charming store that seemingly carried everything one could ask for if trapped in a nearby camping area. They had an eclectic selection of nature, history, cooking, an entertainment books; local candles, soaps, and jam; sewing and craft supplies; toys, puzzles, games, and other similar things; car, boat, plane, and R/C plane kits; metal soldiers and castles; chochkes and knickknacks; and they had trains. I took about 45 minutes in the store and believe I saw everything. They didn't excel in one area but had a nice selection of a little bit of everything. Their hardware section was extremely small, and I overheard someone asking for twine which they didn't have (and I thought that was odd). I was hoping to find some old fashioned candy but their sweets selection was limited. I purchased a small soap for my mother but otherwise didn't buy anything except a pastry made nearby at a bakery. But, I came for the trains and they had lots of them. Someone looking for a train set would find a good selection in various scales (N, HO, O, and G) here. Their prices were decent and considering that they were located in the middle of nowhere I think more than fair. Their selection included lots of new, modern trains (meaning, made recently) which surprised me, as well as some old, used trains. They had books, magazines, hats, whistles, and some VHS tapes that likely will be there for eternity. They had a couple of display layouts that hadn't been operated in a while, including one in Z scale which I thought was neat. Sadly, I couldn't find anything I needed. I hate going to a train store, especially one where the proprietor is actually trying to run a nice store, and not buying anything. They had some things that interested me but their prices weren't what I wanted to pay. They had some great prices on things but I didn't need or want them. So, I bought a pastry and left without a train purchase, actually feeling disappointed. It is a cute store. It won't replace the local, well stocked train stores near me but it was a fun destination place. For anyone camping nearby that needed something to keep themselves busy I can imagine this would be a little bit of paradise.

On our visit to Kingston we decided to stop by Hurleys' Country. My husband is a model train…read moreaffectionate, we wouldn't want to miss visiting this store. You find everything and anything to build your model train sets here. Very nice owners, family run. Owner spoke to us and told us the story on how he decided to open his business and all. We will be back soon!! Definitely recommend to come by and get your toys train sets.

Great little hidden gem in Kingston! Lots of interesting and unique handmade and artisan gifts,…read moreart, vintage finds, and tons of plants! The owners are awesome people, and their little dog is super cute. So glad I stumbled in!

From the owner: Folk House Collective is a place for creatives to connect with fellow creatives and their audience…read morein a physical space. By showcasing the best in handmade and vintage, we are creating a diverse, ever changing retail experience. We feature established and emerging artists in monthly openings and events. This allows the space to stay fresh and relevant while giving artists and makers the opportunity to be in a retail space without committing to a long-term lease or arrangement.

Local artistians craft unique items of jewelery, pottery, paintings, photography, to sculptures…read more Two buildings of unique gifts and hand-crafted items for the collector or admirer in the Hudson Valley. As a avid scrapbooker and greeting card specialist myself, I find it interesting as a friend purchased a heart-shaped rose quartz pendant for me. In the summer months, Crafts People expand their selling space outdoors (with weather permitting). Disappointedly my friend and myself were not served apple cider. I do not believe credit cards in any form are accepted.

Been coming to Crafts People for the past 13 years, and when I want to get myself some funky…read morejewelry, I know where to always come. Crafts People has about 3 buildings and each, are filled with unusual gifts. One building highlights their candles and soaps. Main building houses their jewelry- from brass-made, sterling, beads, bracelets, etc. Another building, has woven items and other knick-knacks. Crafts People showcases local artists and their unique creations. We stopped by and picked up a necklace for our daughter and my hubby surprises me with a funky Copper and Turquoise necklace. Mary was so sweet and wrapped our daughter's necklace in a gift box. The attention that Crafts People gives, is always top-notch. Thank you- as always.

Love this place it's like going back in time and has anything and everything you can imagine if…read moreyou're in the area it's a must visit !

This is a very adorable tourist shop. They have everything and more. From locally made soaps and…read morefudge to moccasins, semi-precious stones, books, toys, a little something for everyone. There is only one negative I have found after almost a year of visiting this shop: the staff seem to dislike the customers. There is never a smile or a hello. They seem like they'd prefer to be a million miles away than working there. The last time I went, I asked for the staff to get me something from the showcase, I apologized for making her stop what she was doing to get it and she gave me the death glare. Another person noticed and mentioned it to me. I wish I could give it 5 stars but I think management has to improve to have happy workers.

I found this place when I needed flowers sent at literally the last minute. The owner offered to…read moredeliver the flowers herself on the way home! The finished masterpiece was beyond expectations. This is my go to florist for Kingston.

Out of all the florist shops I've visited- whether in Westchester's swankiest towns or in The…read moreBronx's- even my local shop in Woodstock, none of them have blooms where you can actually self-select your own cuttings. You know the drill: you let the person know which pieces you want and then they'll get them from the flower glass fridge. But there's something about hand-picking your stems yourself. Petalos, on Fair St. in Kingston, hit that nail on the head! I met the man behind Petalos- who's bringing a whimsical and cozy oasis to the space. Brian's love of flowers is on full display throughout his shop. Whether my visit on an early Saturday morning was spontaneous or not, the succulents, house plants, pots, gardening items and loose bloom selections here are almost endless. The several stems I selected to create my own arrangement at home all varied in prices from $3-$5 He'd mentioned the names of my individual cuttings- but their names escaped me. I was here for one thing only and Brian made my day. My stems were gathered in a bouquet, wrapped in heavy duty brown paper, lined in green tissue paper and tied elegantly with a navy blue ribbon (with attached care notes). My visit started and ended in a high note. Everything about Petalos- from the wonderful and pleasant customer service, design and product, will lead me to repeat.