This is a very nice bookstore, with a toy section, and a candy section - hot drinks, also. Very…read moreclean and welcoming. Good selection. Friendly staff. As are all bookstores that sell new books, its a bit pricey, but that's just a fact of life rather than a strike against this particular bookstore. I enjoyed my time there.

Eight years after our first visit, we're back here in the time of the pandemic and were cheered,…read morefirst of all, too see this independent bookstore is open for business. We like the owner and we feel she's got a pretty good stock of new and some used books along with a very nice children's area (play space and books). It's a welcome stop in this part of Vermont (the Northeast Kingdom) and makes us happy. We're upgrading them to four stars although that's not so much of a change in the store as a change of our mind. We want to encourage local businesses at this awful time in our history. We can do so with an open heart here.

In 2011 or 2012 I brought a bunch of books to this amazing bookstore and was given very fair…read moreamounts for them. I had shopped Green Mountain Books several times and had to watch myself because I could load up on books and other treasures very quickly! This is truly an enchanting and magical store. Anyone who enjoys books, note cards, calendars and other ephemera will be delighted with this bookstore! I haven't been back to the NEK since I moved in 2012 and I'm headed to the bookstore today. So excited! Warm and welcoming with a bit of fairy dust if you look closely!

I've lived in the general area for 3 years now. I can't believe I only recently discovered this…read morefantastic bookstore! What a gem! It meets all my "perfect bookstore" criteria. 1) It has both new and used books. 2) It has comfy chairs to relax in. 3) It has a wide and varied selection of books. 4) It has a restroom. 5) The prices are extremely reasonable. I will definitely become a regular at this bookstore!

Wonderful and welcoming little bookstore! Great selection of used books with a few new books in the…read moremix.

From the owner: New, used, and rare books. Bought & sold.read more

This bookstore is the quintessential quaint little New England book shop. From the moment when you…read morewalk in, you feel nestled in the arms of a trillion glorious volumes...on shelves, in stacks, and in bins...from the floor to the ceiling. The aroma of old print seduces you to the back of the store, where you are greeted by well-worn chairs surrounded by stacks of volumes just begging you to peer inside. So complete is the enchantment of this shop that you are removed from time and space until all that is left is you, the sacred words and bindings, and a feeling of comfort and contentment. Moreover, the woman and her young son who run it are delightful, cheerful, and helpful. Her son and my young daughter wandered the stacks together, engrossed in conversations about their pacifiers, dolls, and other things that those who do not speak their toddler language cannot hope to understand. For anyone who loves books, new or old, on any topic, and who loves the quiet peace that haunts every nook and cranny of Vermont, this bookstore is a must-visit. Wander in, run your hands down the rows of worn bindings, sit and dive into the pages, and purchase a few unforgettable editions for your home library. You won't be disappointed! I, for one, will be returning often to enjoy the ambiance and to explore the multitudinous titles.

This bookstore is a hidden gem that everyone should frequent. I first wandered in, bored on a…read moreSaturday and ended up spending three and a half hours inside browsing. It has an insane collection of modern, out-of-print, and rare books. I bought 7 books on my first time through spending less than $30. I've been back time and time again. ADDITIONALLY, if you need help finding a rare or out-of-print book, the owner was amazing in contacting the Vermont Antiquarian bookseller network and tracking down the book I needed extremely quickly. This shop is one of my favorite parts of Middlebury.

Incredible find. Some 70,000 books total according to the owner. The selection covers most…read moreimaginable topics. Owner is friendly and helpful. You could easily lose a day browsing here

This used bookstore occupies the entire first floor of an old home in downtown Plainfield. It…read morefeatures every subject imaginable and has one of the most impressive selections of books that I've seen this side of Powell's. Case in point: for the last two years, I've been searching for the English translation of the autobiography of composer, Richard Wagner, a book that has been out of print practically since before it was printed. I looked in bookstores in NYC, in Portland, OR, in Maine, in Massachusetts, and all over Vermont. The Country Bookshop was the only place that had a copy. Finding it, and finding it reasonably-priced and in great condition (especially for a 100+ year old book) helped justify yet another road trip to Plainfield. The store is a maze of bookshelf-filled old rooms. You could easily spend an entire afternoon in here. The books are, for the most part, organized on these shelves. The hardcover fiction section (my personal favorite) has disappointed me on repeated visits simply because the owner has stacked boxes in front of the bottom two shelves and the last thing I want to do while browsing for books is have to move around boxes. Nevertheless, I typically leave the store with a smile on my face and a book or two in hand, so I can't complain too much. The store is out of the way (I only make it out there once or twice a year) so I understand if anyone is hesitant to make the trip; but if you do, I think you'll find it a worthwhile trek.

I walk past this place all the time but had not gone inside in years... not sure why. But when I…read moresaw on Facebook that they had some Littleton merch... I knew I needed one of those tee shirts! So we stopped by and picked one up yesterday. The shop was super busy and I was actually pretty impressed with the selection of toys and books! I'll have to come back and check things out some more. Great friendly service as well!

We're visiting from Delaware and happened to stumble into this absolute gem of a toy store--what a…read moretreat! Little Village Toy & Book Shop is packed with nostalgic charm. They had so many classic toys we remember from our own childhoods, plus an incredible selection of stuffed animals, games, and books for all ages. The staff was genuinely the kindest--so friendly and welcoming, they made us feel right at home. And the real star of the show? Luna, the shop dog. She's the sweetest, fuzziest little mascot, and we could've sat on the floor petting her all day (honestly, we almost did). If you're in town, don't skip this spot. Whether you're shopping for a gift, looking for a blast from the past, or just want to say hi to Luna, it's 100% worth the stop!

An absolutely fabulous store. I came for my second ukelele (bought the first one here and was very…read morehappy with the quality and choices). The owner is very knowledgeable and helpful, the instrument selection is first-rate. So many other things of interest here -- books, games, puzzles, musical instruments, art supplies, toys. A "museum of cool things you just have to have!"

Lots of pleasant surprises here, in both contents and prices - too much to pore over in one visit…read more Will definitely be back, though it's a little off one of my beaten paths.

What a wonderful bookshop! Great selection, good recommendations, friendly cashier, some comfy…read moreseats.... Loved it!

A pleasant, browsing-friendly bookshop with two of the most charming cats you'll ever want to meet…read moreand a solid (though not outstanding or adventurous) selection of books on topics of local interest, fiction, gardening, the outdoors. I think the stock could stand for some refreshing, but the place is certainly worth a stop and, in the ever-shrinking galaxy of small booksellers, worthy of support.

I can't believe no one has reviewed this book store ever in all the years it has been around? This…read moreis one of Vermont's best kept literary secrets. It's an old brick farmhouse where the woman who owns the place, a long-time local, has collected books for decades and converted all the rooms on the first floor into a shop. Feel free to chat with her in the kitchen as she's very friendly and interesting. The selection of books is extensive and well-organized. It is jam packed with good stuff so plan on spending a while. She is only open for a 3 hour slot from 2-5pm Tues-Sat so you have to plan ahead. I used to go in there as a little kid and never get sick of going back when I am visiting Vermont. It feels like a remnant of an era since lost--pure Vermont. She also has a decent Vermont history section if interested.

The book selection is limited but they had a lot of games to choose from. The D&D miniatures…read moreselection was alphabetized which was much appreciated.

We were disappointed in this "book" store. Perhaps we were thrown off by the name. We thought it…read morewould offer a garden of books, but it just didn't seem to have all that many books on anything but a very few subjects. It seemed to be more geared toward games, toys, video games and graphic novels. We were in and out in no time, and we normally spend a good deal of time in bookstores. There was nothing in there of interest to anyone in our family. If you are into gaming or graphic novels, this is your place.