Fun Sunday afternoon jaunt. Well worth the drive from Sunapee area for any rock hound…read more Interesting samples of quartz, amethyst, jade and geodes (bought a galena geode from Morocco). My wife thought their beads were nice and the selection vast. Large outdoor selection too. It is well marked and you can park on the road.

Holy rock heaven. There's where I was transported to for about 2 hours this weekend and what a…read morewonderful experience it was. I had head about the place from a friend who is into crystals, gems, and minerals as the Mecca for such things and had to check it out for myself. And it truly is an experience of its own. First of parking is on the street and the shop begins right as you enter the driveway. I immediately caught sight of what I thought was stacked firewood but was in fact log sized chunks of selenite! To the left were huge slabs of amethyst and stones cut in half to be bookends. Among the other things in the 'rock garden' tables of various stones, split open and exposed to the elements. (Don't be surprised if something found its home under a rock you might fancy!) further back outside looks like a workstation with even more 'book ends' and slabs of polished stone. Heading up into the store there is a porch area with plastic and cardboard boxes of crystals and stones. Inside, are more fine and delicate beading and jeweling stones. Some are loose, some are drilled with holes already, and some are strung together on thread. You can walk around here for hours, take multiple loops and still not see everything. (I must have taken three of four loops before finally telling myself it was time to stop). Prices are reasonable - and a lot are done out by weight. I managed to get out spending under $50 since I purchase mostly natural rocks and smaller items (small bookends, selenite, labradorite, sage, African glass, Quartz, and a lucky geode). I will definitely be going back!

The Corridor of all beautiful gems and mining in Maine is in West Paris! As soon as you walk in…read moreyou'll be greeted by Lucy a loving happy Golden Retriever. The owners are incredibly sweet, kind and friendly and mine for these gorgeous gemstones! Their collection of minerals, crystals, gemstones is amazing! They also make and create their own Jewlery incorporating these diamonds, crystals and gems! You can also find affordable small rocks and gems for $1. We bought a lovely crystallized agate stone that can be hung by a window. In the summer he will put out minerals and rocks for you and your family to mine in the back! We will definitely come back!

I love how the family vibe this store is... there is a portion where you feel like it's a museum. A…read moremust to visit in the area. And they have variety of stones to sell... service is amazing and great value for your money...

I needed a unique gift for a witchy friend of mine and I found this wonderful little shop. Small…read morebut with an amazing selection of beautiful and interesting things. I intended to buy a geode but instead found a lovely Orthoceras plate. It was perfect - unique and interesting, beautiful to look at with a special and interesting energy, and the price was very reasonable. The owner is so nice and she was content to let me look around but available to answer all my questions and provided me with much helpful information. I had a great experience here and will certainly be back. AAAAAAA+++++++++++++

The shop is small, but there's a lot to see for the size. I saw a few minerals that I had not seen…read moreelsewhere. They have a lot of minerals, polished stones too, bit of jewelry, some carved stones, and more variety of fossils than similar stores I've been to. Prices were very good on some items, average on others. Service was perfectly fine - not much small talk, but I have to wonder if maybe staff changed because she was not rude at all to us or other customers/kids while we were there like other reviews mentioned.

Shadow and Soul Emporium & Tea Lounge Negative energy,…read moreworkers are nice, owner is judgmental. Never trust a book by its cover. She treats some people like they are dirt.

I stopped in here during a road trip and had high hopes for this boutique. They offered decent…read moreprices on their rocks and gems. A few items such as incense and spell candles were overpriced. I didn't understand why a spiritual shop was selling socks and other random things. This is a great place for teenagers to hangout but not for seasoned spiritual folks. I ended up making a purchase of a mood ring and gem stones. I enjoy supporting small businesses however I do not enjoy shops that just flip items from Amazon or Shein. The sticker table was filled with Amazon stickers that I purchased for a few bucks myself and they were over charging for them. If I ever went back to Keene, NH again. I'd probably still stop in to take a look at what they have. I'd did enjoy the items I purchased but there is room for improvement.

If you're into crystals like my daughters are, this is crystal heaven. They have an extensive…read morecollection here. We walked in for the sweatshirts hanging in the window. I thought it would be a short stop, but as soon as I saw all of the crystals and jewelry I knew it'd be much longer. I wasn't wrong. I could barely get them out of the store. Tons of nicely polished seashells too. The back room is full of them. By the time they picked out all of their crystals, jewelry, and sweatshirts, it was $300. Not a cheap store by any means, but a worthwhile stop for us. The woman behind the counter was friendly and engaging. Great service

The store sells very poor quality items and does not stand behind what they sell. Do not bother…read moreshopping here. Rude sales people. You are wasting your time and money. They don't care that they are basically robbing you. Many other shops in the area that are more deserving of your business.

Love this shop so much. Such a well curated mix of new and vintage things - everything from…read morefurniture to plates, to purses to candles and fragrances. So many of the items I've scooped have remained favorite additions to my home! So unique! Not to mention, the shop is so cute - doesn't feel consignment/cluttery.

A must stop shop in downtown Portsmouth! A fresh take on home goods--new and vintage! So…read moreinviting--so much to look at--unique items for yourself or gifts--multiple price points. Great vibes and perfect addition to the buzzing area!

This place is great. Very cool pieces of jewelry and I would say everyone could find something they…read morelike. The service was great friendly but not pushy. Price was reasonable for the good quality of items.

Came here on a beautiful sunny day on Wednesday to do some shopping, checked the business hours and…read morecame around 5:15 pm (says they are open until 6pm) and the store was already closed. We were sad and were determined to come back to do some shopping. I called this morning at 11:15am to ensure they would be open, the lady in the phone told me 10-6pm. We made a 40 minute drive over and then when we went to the store it was closed again.... We presumed the lady may be on break so we waited and hour before checking again and still closed. Very sad and disappointed as this is our favorite jewelry store and we come during our 1 visit to the East Coast each year. We made 2 trips over here and the business was closed during both online and verbally communicated operating hours both times... Online store isn't as good as the actual store, I check regularly and don't see many new items so was really looking forward to shopping person. Not happy to to write a bad review on here but just very disappointed that the hours just seem to be up to the discretion of the employees/store each day.

What a shit show. I…read morewent in at 6:15pm. Google below says they are open until 7pm (see post below). Upon walking in we see two men in the shop through the front window. Upon opening the door I was greeted by a strong aroma...... The heavier set man asked us if there anything we needed. We stated no, just looking. We were quickly ushered out of the store as we were informed they were closed (but lights on, door unlocked and website stating different?) and that they were having a private conversation.... I tried to inform him about the the time on google being incorrect which he quickly brushed me off. Reading some of the other reviews now I am not surprised.....

Beware ! Scam scam scam! The guy working will make up prices as he goes and also lie and tell you a…read moreStone is something else, rather then what it really is. He heard me say the name of the stone and quickly jumped on me to tell i was wrong and it was Some other "rare stone". He was charging THOUSANDS for this chunk of stone, really worth maybe $80. Really pushy and yelled at us when we left empty handed. I could not wait to get out of their faster.

A wonderful gallery of Native American jewelry and artifacts. Nice, helpful, and extremely…read moreknowledgeable staff. Well worth the trip especially if you're headed out to Central or Western Mass.

The Silver Buffalo Gallery makes me feel like I'm out in Arizona! They have a large selection of…read morebeautifully crafted Native American jewelry, with lots of stunning turquoise, lapis lazuli, opal, and onyx. I've purchased many pieces here, including earrings, pendants, cuffs, and my favorite -- a customized ring. (The display ring was far too large for me, so they placed a special request with the artist, who made one in my size. I had to wait awhile for it, but it was worth the wait!) The staff is knowledgeable about the artists and the craft of making these special pieces. I'm glad I found out about this little gem of a shop years ago, when I asked someone where she bought a gorgeous turquoise necklace she was wearing. Go check it out!

There are places that make you feel as though you've stepped into another era, and Hidden Springs…read moreMaple is one of them. Tucked away about an hour north of Hadley, Massachusetts, the drive alone is worth making. On this visit, the sun was shining, the temperature never climbed above 80 degrees, and the winding country roads were perfect with the sunroof open. By the time I arrived, it already felt like I'd left the rush of everyday life behind. I've always been fascinated by how real maple syrup is made. The kind that comes from the sap of maple trees rather than the artificially flavored syrups so many of us grew up with. While I didn't get to see the sugaring process itself, Hidden Springs Maple serves as the retail home for the family operation. Inside, the rustic barn-style shop is wonderfully nostalgic, with weathered wood, shelves lined with glass bottles and jars, and the unmistakable feeling of an old-fashioned country store. It feels less like a gift shop and more like a place where New England traditions have been carefully preserved. The young man behind the counter patiently entertained every one of my tourist-style questions, answering each with genuine enthusiasm and an obvious pride in the craft. Before making a purchase, I was invited to sample three grades of syrup--Amber Rich, Dark, and Very Dark (Robust)--a thoughtful touch that lets visitors appreciate how the flavors deepen from one variety to the next. Amber Rich was my favorite, and I happily left with a jug, along with maple cream, locally produced honey, smoked maple syrup, and a gift box of regional jams. Now comes the only real challenge: figuring out how to pack the maple jug and those glass jars for the trip home without breaking a single one. It's a small price to pay for bringing home a taste of a place that feels wonderfully timeless.

TLDR: delightful maple creamies in a beautiful spot…read more Beautiful shop with lots of maple syrup and souvenirs including some toys for kids. The maple creamies just had the right amount of sweetness. If you're feeling more decadent the diabolical donut bowl might fit the bill, which is maple creamie soft serve over a donut with maple syrup poured over.