This is a fun store. It has lots of high quality, unusual items. It is also a good place to get…read moreyour artwork framed.

SHOPPING EXTAVAGANZA! Wowwwwww Weeeee…read more..... Was in Chris Brown's childhood hometown, Tappahanock, Va. and ran across this sensational shop. Tappahanock although a small town near the bay noticeably has charm and a smig of culture. As I was driving on Route 17, I noticed the bright colored flags flying in the wind outside this store. I actually drove by but the items on the front porch and colorful flags caught my attention & made me turn around. YIPPEE, glad I did. Oh where, oh where do I start?!? Jewelry by Waxing Poetic, calendars, appointment books, bottle holders key rings, etc. by Lilly Pulitzer, Lafco candles, serving-ware, napkins, house flags, sleep wear, make up bags, travel case, greeting cards and much more. I shopped for over an hour as there were upstairs, downstairs rooms and the front porch area that displayed a multitude of things to browse through. All the items on the front porch area were 50% off. Can you say BARGAIN!!!! Once I finally finished shopping, I could not believe the price I paid. I thought they had not charged me for all the items I selected and was a Happy Camper once the sales associate reported she had charged me for all items. She even jokingly said she would charge me more if I wanted. In the words of the infamous Sweet Brown, "Ain't nobody got time for that". I am so elated about my LP appointment book, LP gifts for friends, several sleep wear tops, travel shoe shine kit, and ornate book markers. Customer Service is excellent. The sales associates/owner(s) are courteous and are not hovering over you as you shop. Can't wait until next month when I'm headed back down that way. You best believe I will be stopping here to shop. If you are ever near this place, you must stop in buy gifts for others or yourself. Happy Shopping!!!

Acme has a little bit of everything and a whole lot of somethings. Because it is structured in…read morevendor booths thee is not consistent pricing. There are many deals as well as may over priced items it is definitely with a stop for those of us who enjoy the hunt.

With fun vintage carnival ride pieces outside and surrounded by interesting statues. This store…read morealmost calls you in to explore the inside. The inside consists of expected booths from a variety of retailers that offer a great selection of items. I was able to find jewelry, glassware, art and even candy while there! The store is three stories and you will find something in every corner, we spent almost 2 hours here and I still don't think we saw everything! The service workers there were all very nice and we were reminded that we could ask for help at any point twice which was a welcome kindness! While this store has many sights to take in, the prices are really inconsistent, with some booths feeling very fair in value and other booths selling very similar products for 3x more. One example, would be carnival glass products ranging from $12 - $78 dollars for the same pitcher in different booths. While I know the owners do not control the prices set by retailers this is something to keep in mind. It is hard to tell what is a fair price if you're new to antiquing and you may have to search multiple areas to ensure you are getting a fair price. Some booths were not very organized with bins filled with multiple items, glassware on top of glassware, and jewelry/beads precariously pinned to corkboards which made it difficult to maneuver without fear of messing something up. The store itself is covered everywhere with items which can be somewhat overwhelming and makes it difficult to access and see some items. Especially in certain areas that have tight corners and small walkways due to item placement. As a warning, the store also sells some racial stereotype memorabilia which can be jarring to some shoppers. While it is important to maintain history, it may be more beneficial to have these items in a special area for those seeking them. Overall, Acme Antiques is a fun day if you're used to flea markets, antiquing or thrifting. It may be a bit more overwhelming for first time shoppers but you will not be bored. You could easily get lost and spend multiple hours here. I provided three stars due to the lack of organization in booths, questions of value and difficulties maneuvering around the booths .

Mostly a gift shop with Yetis, beach decor, river themed gifts, clothes, etc. The only "antiques"…read moreI saw were a few cabinets, pie safes, and tables. If you're looking for antiques and this place pops up, keep moving. But if you're into ducks, bright frames and mirrors, candles, and the like, this is the spot!

i wish i could have something nice to say about Colonial Collectibles but i don't. The employees…read moreare extremely disrespectful and their service is not okay. Unfortunately i met the owner of Colonial Collectibles and she is an extremely rude person! This small business is very unprofessional/incompetent. Colonial Collectibles also over prices EVERYTHING, for example i saw a few Kendra Scott rings priced at $80.00 when Kendra Scott sells the same exact rings for a cheaper price. The experience i had here was terrible and it's a place i will not be shopping at again.

I hit the jackpot! This gift shop/home goods store has everything!! The sales are off the chain!…read more All my purchases were 30%~60% off. My shopping bag was filled with pillows, flags, jewelry, cups, greeting cards, purses, and novelties. I scored big time! The sales people were so cordial, I was in search for mermaid items and they helped me find a bunch! Very well organized by section. Lots of sports paraphernalia. And they even have a freebie tree if you spend over $25! This is best gift shop around and worth the trip! If you're ever in Montross, don't miss it!!

From the owner: Carrot Cottage Inc is a locally own and operated gift ship located in the Montross area. We are a…read more5000 square feet of great shopping fun! We have Jim Shore, CROCS,Monogram items,Tervis Tumblers, Willow Tree, Maggie B,Switch Flops, Bauble Lulu beads, and much much more!

This has to be one of the weirdest stores I've ever seen, but for a suitable souvenir of our…read moreSouthern Maryland trip, it sure fit the bill. There are three signs out front: "Harmon House Shoppes"; "Grandmother's Store"; and "Inner Equinox". I don't know what you might gather from three signs, but as I walked up the steps of the old house in which this shop is located I figured Harmon House Shoppes was a collective, and that Grandmother's Store and Inner Equinox were both inside. I was right, but these shops aren't separate. All the merch is together. This means that the chowder mugs, "Feeling Crabby" travel cups, crystal fan pulls, salt water taffy, and plush monkeys captured by "Grandmother's Store" are shelved right alongside the jasmine massage oils, meditation CDs, tarot cards, evil eye bracelets, and incense sticks captured by "Inner Equinox". This also means I was able to pick up a cheesy Chesapeake Bay snowglobe and delicate blown glass Christmas ornament because I like to collect both on trips, and husband was able to pick up a white sage smudge stick because he likes to burn things.

I almost passed by this little place! Thank goodness for the word "crystals" on the sign, made me…read moreturn right back around to check it out. There's a little bit of everything inside. Think of it as a new age metaphysical shop crossed with a quaint gift shop and you've got the Harmon House. The woman at the front desk, I did not get her name, is so sweet! She let us know about all of the classes and services they offer in addition to all of their neat gifts. Some of the things she mentioned were massages, reiki, and readings. I left with a gorgeous abalone shell ($11.99, such a steal!), a handmade magnet to remember my trip, and a few tumble stones. I couldn't be happier!

Hon, y'all need to find your way to this little shop full of Maryland clothes, crafts, candies,…read morecandles, and home accents! What a terrific historic building reused in a creative and entertaining way. There is art, small furniture, new and repurposed decor, and unique tchotchkes to bring to your own cozy home or gift to someone else's. Worth the jaunt across the bridges from wherever you are. Pairs well with the sister antique building across the street, with rustic and whimsical art, antiques, and collectibles. A terrific find!

The old country store is a wonderful place to find the artwork of local artists as well as antiques…read moreand collectibles. Located near the heart of Great Mills Maryland it's only about 45 minutes from DC. It features the art of renowned local talent like Mary Lou Troutman as well as Donnie Poe who was a master of making signs with reclaimed wood. The staff are all knowledgeable and friendly and prices are reasonable. If you're interested in local realistic art, which is typified by nautical scenes and life on the Chesapeake, you will be pleased with the store.

Six of us (aged 24 to 77) went for lunch at the tavern on a Thursday and had a delicious lunch and…read moreenjoyed an interesting presentation by the weavers guild on the second floor. There is a nice gift shop that benefits the historic hotel/tavern. The food at lunch was a limited menu but the black bean soup and freshly made bread was fabulous and others in our group enjoyed the quiche. If you like historic places I definitely recommend this place.

This place is a hidden gem. The cafe and gift shop are combined in one large, multi-room space on…read morethe first floor. The shop features household items, decor, quilts, knitted and woven items, made by local Virginian artisans. There are a few studios in the back where artists-in-residence can be found working on their crafts, and classes available (there was a beading class in session the day I was there.) The clerk was a volunteer, as I think is all the staff, and she was super nice and gave me lots of information about the shop and artists. I bought an adorable knit jellyfish ornament (pictured) even though I was originally planning on just looking. Then I went through to the cafe, also manned by volunteers, these from the culinary guild. They had soups, a salad option, a sandwich option, and some baked goods, mostly already prepared. I got the autumn chopped salad with spring mix, apples, avocado, bacon and a cheddar cheese dressing. It came with a choice of fresh baked bread and I picked a molasses cornbread variety that was AMAZING. The sandwich option, which I did not get, is also worth mentioning because it was a grilled cheese with BACON AND JAM and sounded incredible. My salad was delicious though and I needed some greens in me. The volunteers were all so nice and helpful. I love this place!