A trip to Rockport wouldn't be complete without a stop at the Country Store. Think old fashioned…read morecandy shop meets quirky retro insanity. With a real, functioning Nickelodeon (that costs more than a nickel), retro-inspired lunch tins, magnets, signs and books, incense, gag gifts, candles, cookie cutters, mugs, toys, and other eclectic goodies, this store is packed to the brim with unique and entertaining merchandise. And don't forget the penny candy (that costs more than a penny....a lot more). The entire left-hand wall is lined top to bottom with plastic bins of self-serve bulk candy. Nostalgic for Squirrel Nut Zippers? Wondering what ever happened to Teaberry Gum? Well wonder no more. From licorice to Nerds, bubble tape and flavored tootsie rolls, even those weird marshmallowy coconut watermelon slices, it's all here. Not to mention the dozens of flavors of Jelly Belly Jellybeans. Just grab a bag, fill it up, bring it to the counter for weighing and enjoy all of your favorite sweets. Or maybe a huge dill pickle or some fresh popcorn (maybe not all at once...) The Country Store has knick knacks from head to toe, and with so many different candies and trinkets to look at, it's hard to leave empty handed.

Big fan of this place…read more Hasn't changed since I was a kid. Lots of fun toys and tons of candy. Love it. This place is a must to stop by when you're kicking around Rockport. If you have kids: be careful because they will hound you like crazy for all that candy!!!

Find your perfect balance!…read more The craft is in all of us and sometimes you need a little help to make your craft shine. The selection of gifts and accessories will make your craft even better . Come in and get your own special and unique item that feels right. The staff here are always welcome and inviting. Thank you for making our lives and crafting even better.

Such a cute store! Packed with quality items. Jewelry, decor & so much more. Witchy vibes with…read morefriendly service. I appreciated that the owners only let in a limited amount of people at a time. It wasn't too packed & I could really look at all the great things for sale.

This is an adorable tea shop housed in the formal First Bank of Salem. In addition to teas, they…read morehave a variety of novelty household items like candles, soaps, and candy. The shopkeepers are super friendly and even showed me the inside of the former bank vault which was decorated like the Pirates of the Carribbean ride with treasures and a pirate skeleton. I asked to smell the Peach Melba tea and they actually bagged a bit for me to try at home. So nice. (And yes it was good) Definitely a great place to find some gifts for the tea lover in your life!

Walking down the street during a rain storm when the staff called us into this very cool eclectic…read moreshop in Salem. It was very interesting and staff were so kind. It's everything that you found at your grandmother's house but now it looks cool here. Niko gave us the history. Stop in and patronize them. They are worth the visit.

Adorable! The Last Resort is my favorite shop on Bearskin Neck. There's an array of really great…read moregifts with preppy flair. Specifically, I love that they carry Kiel James Patrick bracelets and earrings :) Even the touristy Rockport apparel has a fashionable twist. The store is full of high quality merchandise and I'll certainly stop by every time I'm in the area.

Today I experienced something that I still struggle to process... while shopping at Bearskin Neck,…read moremy friend and I went into The Last Resort. We were in the back and looking at the kids stuff for our nephews when I saw a kids shirt that I thought was adorable and reasonably priced. However, I wanted to look the manufacturer and took out my phone. Right when i took my phone out - before I had even unlocked it - the women managing the store came up to me and asked me what I was doing. I distractedly explained that I was just looking up the company that made the shirt and before I could think much about the question she said "So, you're not interested in purchasing it?" Before I could even respond - particularly because I was confused by the question since I WAS interested - she literally grabbed the shirt out of my hand and hung it back up. I was honestly in a state of shock and my friend, who was horrified, and I left immediately. I was most likely going to purchase that shirt and my friend and I had even talked about how we needed to come back. The experience I had today was so off-putting and surreal that I will be sure to never go back. And others should be aware.

Insanely overpriced tourist trap with mostly Chinese imports…read more With so many incredible shops in the area, featuring local artists and truly special gifts there's just no reason to ever stop in here again. Little semi-precious stones are twice the price here vs. the far more authentic and esthetic Coven's Cottage right up the street. Candles that cost $16-24 at other shops are over $30 here. For much cooler shops with an amazing array of things priced more appropriately: Trolley Depot Hive & Forge Black Veil BlackCraft Cult Nocturne Hauswitch The Coven's Cottage

this place had every trinket & souvenir you could think of! Typical tourist shop - but was perfect…read moreto get the gifts I wanted! Think magnets, ornaments, spell jars, hats, sweatshirts, you name it! The woman who checked me out was fast & very sweet!

When in Salem you have to shop and play!…read more The spirits are afoot and we need protection to shield us. The love is strong here. Are you looking for something that will make you smile and feel better let's shop in here for a while. The selection is great . The shelves are full and adorned with many different and beautiful unique flavors of Salem. Remember to be yourself and have fun ! Thank you for the kind invitation to your store. The light is strong here. Let's yours get brighter with friends you make here.

What an amazing store with different oddities and amazing smelling soaps. I enjoyed the variety of…read moreitems, and picked up a beautiful lotus ring and soap. I love stores like this, but sometimes feel the items don't speak to me. This was not the case at hive & forge! Great prices and lovely staff. I always make it a point to stop by here when I'm visiting the area.

Well... this is it. This is the gem. When I travel, I love bringing back souvenirs that are unique…read moreto the place I visit, and strongly unique in themselves. I understand there's a time and a place for sweatshirts and fridge magnets emblazoned with the name of the place you visited. I myself own these items, but oh my lawd, the feeling when you find THE TREASURE of the trip is not found rooting through piles of crap you can just as easily buy on Amazon. This. Store. Is where you'll find it. I told the owner we had just gone to the House of Seven Gables. Friends, go there. Take the tour. Enjoy the historic architecture and knotted wisteria in the garden. And then go to Circus Lane and buy your souvenir. Literally each vendor had at least one vintage/antique/historic/unique/Salem made piece of the Gables. I walked out with a gorgeous *framed and signed* copper etching from a local artist and an original unused postcard from what looks like the 40s. Also bought two vintage lanterns with hand painted parrots on them, and obviously a Tshirt with the store's logo. Because it's Salem after all, but only if you know. And I love stuff like that.

I'm pretty shocked by the experience I just had here. My best friends and I have been wanting to…read morevisit this shop since they've opened and finally today, while being out and about to celebrate a birthday, we were able to check it out. I found a vintage postcard I really liked but unfortunately we didn't find anything else we wanted. When I went to check out, it came to $3. I asked if they used Venmo or cashapp, or if using a card on such a small purchase was a possibility. The woman checking us out (older with glasses) asked if we had cash. I apologized and said I didn't. She then said, "Wow, really, none of you have cash?" One of my friends apologized, saying we had just come from another store. She then blatantly chastised us, saying, "None of you have even $3?" We've all needlessly apologized at this point and she's just being mean. I tell her it's okay and turn to leave. She's then calling after me saying "Wow, you're not even going to buy and are just going to leave? We can do credit." At that point, I was out the door. I get that it's not ideal to use card for a small purchase. She could have said, "Sorry, we have a $5 card minimum" if she didn't want to make the sale. She could have just rang it up if she did want to make the sale. What I don't understand is why she would be so rude and antagonistic. I won't be coming back and will recommend others skip this shop.

I checked out this store today. Unfriendly clerk, strong perfume, loud country music, & cheap…read moremerchandise. Won't return.

Very cute store right next to Walgreens in downtown Gloucester. Loads of pretty displays with…read moremermaids and other sea creatures all over the store. The woman working when I went in with my mother was super nice. I believe all the jewelry is handmade and there are some really cool items. I ended up buying what looks like a green sparkling cluster of grapes pendant and some cat earrings. My mother got me a pig bracelet which is super neat. I did find the earrings a bit hard to wear - struggled with fitting them in my ear and ended up giving them to my mother. I adore the bracelet - very unique. Prices are fantastic for cool and quirky jewelry. I can't wait to go back and pick up some Christmas gifts!