We make a point to visit The Cottage Book Shop every year, and we always find something special to…read moretake home. They have an incredible selection, including tons of gorgeous special edition classics like Jane Eyre, making it so much fun to browse. The store is cozy, welcoming, and full of unique finds. It's become one of our favorite annual stops, and we already can't wait to come back next year!

Loved the conversations about books! Great space, great selection, knowledgeable staff…read more Would recommend to any book lover!

Great place to spend a relaxing afternoon of browsing for books that I don't need to have...but…read morelove to buy!

Blue Vase Books is INCREDIBLE and I hate that I'm not located closer to it! This place is, as…read moredescribed by my friend when we walked in, a thrift shop for books and so many other kinds of media! The store is 95% used and 5% new - truly just one shelf at the front of the store with some popular, new books and that's about it! Books probably account for about 80-90% of the store, but Blue Vase also offers used records, board games, and some other music/movie items. But my friends and I came here for books and boy were we satisfied! The prices here!!! That's where we must start. All adult books in paperback were $2.99 and hardcovers were $3.99 (all unless otherwise marked) and you cannot beat those prices! All of their books that I pulled off the shelves were in great condition, so they are very intentional about stocking their shelves with good quality products, and I loved the way this store was organized! Things are grouped mostly by genre - cookbooks, sports, fiction, new fiction, young adult, classics, romance, horror, etc. Naturally, the fiction section is the largest and spans an entirely long wall of the store and that one was hard to look through because there were just SO many titles. Just know you'll be walking through this store with your head at an angle reading all the titles! I found the most success within the new fiction/young adult areas AND the awesome Michigan/local reads area at the front of the store! These shelves were so lovely and I definitely snagged a lot of books that I've either heard good things about or were just curious about them from what I read on the back of the book. All in all, I ended up getting 20 books for just a little over $100. WHAT A STEAL! I happened to snag a book that one of the employees at Blue Vase Books published as well, which I think is SO cool! There were also a lot of cute stickers and mini book magnets at the check out counter, so I got a little lost in those as well! The employees were so patient with us as we squealed over all the cute and delightful things and were just so kind and lovely! Pay attention to the hours here as their hours are limited. They're open 4 days a week and only from 10 am to 6 pm, but trust that it's completely worth a trip here! When I was chatting with the employee who was checking out my books, I asked her how often the books refresh and she said daily! They get about 3 giant truckloads of books each week that they sort through and put onto the shelves in real time! So you are sure to find something here and different every time you stop by! They also have an online store with great deals as well and a good selection of their inventory on their as well! I love it here and will be stopping by every time I'm in the Traverse City area no matter what!

What a retro throwback on Front Street! Seriously, although it gives off 70-80s school…read morelibrary vibes this is an excellent independent and locally owned bookstore and coffeeshop that deserves your business. The staff is wonderful and has great insights not only on books but events and sights to check out in Traverse City. There is a terrific section dedicated to local hikes, sights and history should you like a meaningful souvenir from TC and the kids' section also has much to offer. Be sure to get a coffee, snack, etc along with your literary purchase and enjoy their shaded patio overlooking Front Street.

Stopped in over the summer and was happy to a see an author out front with his books!…read more When I walked in, I was surprised to see how big the book shop was and loved browsing at their various sections. They also have a lovely upstairs with cards, puzzles, and more. There's a small cafe on the lower level as well. I'd frequent this place all the time if I lived here.

My wife and I have gone here for years and we absolutely love the energy and selection of great…read moregems and crystals they offer.

This is a terrific little store in Glen Arbor. I love their collection of stones and crystals,…read morecards, and candles and oils for various purposes. It's bigger than it looks from the outside, and has a lot more to offer than what I've mentioned--you just have to stop in to check it out! The people operating the store are really lovely and helpful. They're also some of the few proprietors who stay open year-round in a town that's mainly oriented toward summer tourists; I appreciate that.

This place is amazing!! Wish it was closer to me but it is worth the drive across town. Great…read moreselection! Compatible costs.

Great little toy shop and specializes in kites, whirlygigs, etc. Reasonable prices, great…read moreselection, fun to look!

We were in Traverse City for 4th of July with family and wandered in here after admiring the Leland…read moreBlue rings in the window. The salesperson that helped us was super friendly and happy to pull stuff out for us to look out. We got this ring, some stud earrings, and a lovely petoskey stone for a family member and it all ended up under $220. They offer free ring resizing and we just received it in the mail from them. Very pleased with how gorgeous it turned out! They also have Fordite and other interesting Michigan 'stones' as well as other cool things. The craftsmanship is great and we had a great experience.

This store is absolutely amazing. We were walking past shops and in the mood for ice cream, when we…read moresaw this shop. They have loads of unique crystals and rocks. They have really large beautiful pieces as well. Our car is already pretty full and my home is too full right now with no space for large pieces, so I decided to purchase something small. I did take a card to remember to come here in the future when I am looking for larger pieces. The women at the front were very kind. Covid: yes there are open and allow limited people inside. They do require masks too.

From the outside this place is already charming, inside this cute little stone cabin you'll find…read moreGreat service, wonderful selection of kids toys, something for all ages. High quality items and great value. Bought something for a 5 year old girl and 9 & 12 year old boy, very cute. Will be back

Very nice (albeit a little small) toy store with quality "learning" toys without all of the cheap,…read moreplastic crap. Employees and owner are personable with significant experience. It's our definite one stop when we vacay every year.

Again, I am afraid to put wonderful places on yelp for fear that the next time I go, I will not be…read moreable to visit the location and have it not be crowded. However, in this case, the owner is so kind and wonderful, as well as an incredible artist I want people to see her creations. Her husband is also an amazing artisan and wood craftsman. The owner and staff are welcoming and not "high brow" and don't make you feel like you need to buy something, although even buying a small postcard, helps out the artist. If you are in Glen Arbor this summer, you must stop at this little out-of-the-way place on top of it the location of the art studio and the interior is absolutely magnificent. Very relaxing and cozy.

Kristin's art/work is exquisite. So very detailed and beautiful not to mention educational. We…read morehave many of her pieces as well as her wearable art-t-shirts! Recently acquired one of Paul's photographs. Love love love Glen Arbor Artisans