This is more or less for all of downtown. Interesting shops / antique stores. I particularly liked…read morethis one because of all the Christmas items they had. Plenty to look at and I am sure plenty of treasures to be found. In saying that get in the car go for a drive walk around see what you can find.

The Shop is a store that sells holiday decorations, all year round! It is very cute! I highly…read morerecommended for all you holiday lovers. The woman at the shop was extremely nice and helpful, her customer service is top-notch.

What an amazing find! Love the herbs and incense and the prices are great! There is soooo much…read morepacked into this little store! There is nothing else like it in Gainesville! Go!!!

I enjoy visiting esoteric type shops because of the light, love, & uplifting spirits. Otter & Trout…read moreunfortunately is the exception to that rule. When I entered I was overcome by a horribly strong odor of what seems to be a combination of bad incense & herb burning for many years. The store suffered from the 4Ds.....dark, dingy, dusty & dirty. In fact any merchandise that isn't sealed should be considered used as it is all tainted with a layer of residue from the burning of items. In so far as pressured sales, yes they do suffer from that also even to the extent of as you're heading toward the door. The couple of items I had a somewhat interest in the shopkeeper could not demonstrate or explain them correctly. Personally I couldn't get out of there quick enough to get fresh air in my body. To add to the dismal experience I had to maneuver myself around beer cans in the parking lot.

Gator Hydroponics is one of the many, many great things about living in Gainesville; in this small…read moretown we have a very well stocked hydroponic and exotic organic grow supplier. How cool is that? I cannot imagine another town smaller than Atlanta having such a wonderful resource. The resource is not just the variety of liquid seaweeds, and Mycorrhisals, and exotic sprayers available, it is the ready easy knowledge of the kids that work there. I have access to faculty in the Horticulture Department at UF, but they have better things to do than spend all day answering my questions, and they go into theoretical complexities that I do not need. The kids working this lovely hydroponic supply outlet do not have better things to do than spend all day answering my questions. And they are so well educated, knowledgeable, and experienced that they should be teaching and giving seminars. Yes, they are a little expensive relative to online, or even the big box stores like Lowes, but if you want this type of resource to continue in towns this size you will not just by your nutrient solutions there, you will buy your coco coir there as well. Come on people; don't go to Lowes just to save a few bucks on the common stuff, by helping this great business thrive you will help your plants thrive, and when your plants thrive, you thrive. Forgive me for adding this, but when you thrive we all thrive. LETS THRIVE!!!

My boyfriend and I set out to make ourselves a tower garden, as the premade ones are far too…read moreexpensive. Gator Hydroponics was truly a blessing! Not too far from home, we made the drive out here and it has everything we need. The employee working, Mikey, was extremely helpful and gave us all the information we needed. We're so excited to begin our project and will definitely be coming back for everything we need. We're extremely happy that we found this store and will continue to come back here to complete all of our other projects!

Love the two classes I've taken and want to continue taking more and making bracelets. Great…read moreguidance from owner and staff.

Meh...the store is really pretty, all sparkles and shiny. But not all that glitters is gold…read more The problem seems not to be the lack of beads, but staff. I believe that the shop is owned and run by a mother/daughter duo. However, if there are other staff working in the shop they're totally unknown. I've been shopping here since they opened but the shop always seems understaffed. When the owner is in she is attentive to her customers but that's about it. Many times I've gone in and no one has been at the counter instead people have been at the tables in the rear room talking and chatting. However, you don't know who works there. The last time I went in, Sunday, October 17, no one even acknowledged that I was there. I walked the store several times looking for something in particular but since I wasn't sure who it was that was working in the shop and who was a customer I didn't ask for any help. That seems to be the constant in the shop. It's great that they're so friendly if you are friends with the staff because otherwise...who knows. I haven't taken any of their classes. I don't think they have a great deal of variety for settings or findings, but they have a lovely selection of beads. Prices are a tad bit higher than across the street at Gifts of Avalon but they are a good balance to Gifts of Avalon. They carry similar beads, some of the same, but they have a bunch of items that aren't the same which is nice to create variety in Gainesville.

We were waiting for a table at Afternoon this Saturday around 11:30am so we walked over to…read moreSerpentine to see their plant selection. Wow! When you walk in for the first time, there are so many happy and healthy looking plant varieties. I can see that they are very well-cared for. Tom greeted us soon after we got in and even told us about the salsa night tonight and wine flight (tastings) they have available. We ended up buying a Superfine chocolate bar, a Buddha succulent, a bag of chips, and a can of Ghia blood orange aperativo. Tom h I really liked the fresh smell and homey layout of the place! We'll be back again :) If you love plants and quality snacks (you'll have to try them to know) or enjoy wine tastings, definitely consider a visit!

I love this store so much--I only wish my budget could keep up with how often I want to buy…read moreeverything here! If I had the money, I'd probably spend my entire paycheck at Serpentine without a second thought. The store itself is SO cute and cozy. The ambiance is warm, welcoming, and filled with so much charm--it genuinely makes you never want to leave. Whether you're popping in for a quick look or spending time browsing, it feels like a little sanctuary. The staff are incredibly kind, welcoming, and genuinely knowledgeable. Whether you're brand new to plants or a seasoned plant parent, you'll always walk away having learned something new about plant care. They're always happy to answer questions and share tips that actually make a difference. The plant selection is amazing, with everything from succulents to lush climbing plants, and even some gorgeous perennials like nerve plants. Prices seem standard at first glance, but considering the quality, I'd say they're a steal. The plants are all in the right soil mixtures, clearly well-cared for, and just thriving--it shows they really know what they're doing. It's the kind of place that makes you fall in love with plants all over again. Definitely a hidden gem and worth the visit, even if you just stop in to browse (though good luck leaving empty-handed!).

Needed new cushions for our patio chairs. The box stores had nothing to fit. Decided to stop in at…read moreCoronet and really glad we did. They have a huge selection of fabric to choose from and custom cut the foam. Randy the owner, made some excellent suggestions. We picked them up today and they are beautiful. Not cheap but handmade quality from a local shop. A dieing skill.

Great customer service and local mom and pop business. Great quality and timeliness. Highly…read morerecommend.

Love this store. Beautiful and unique selection of home goods, I actually found a huge bundle of…read morereplacement silverware I had been searching for! The lady who works there is so sweet and always so cheerful!

Knowledgeable feels Very homey and professional along with…read morefriendly . The prices are affordable and they have various options for payment's

Good deals and super nice furniture almost everything was on sale. Employees and nice and helpful!read more