I bought one of the homes that White Dog Home staged! I was moving from Florida to Cumming, Ga. and only had a short weekend to look for a house. I didn't find a house that weekend, but my realtor sent me a link to a home and said it had me 'written all over it.' The home was beautiful but what really sold it to me (sight unseen in person!) was that I could really see myself and my family in it. Come to find out, the house was staged by White Dog Home. There was a mix up with one of the rugs that was used in the staging, and when they came back to the house to pick it up after I moved in, I asked off-handedly if they would consider selling it to me. I bought the rug and in the next couple of weeks, spent time looking through the original photos of the house and trying to find similar items that they had used to stage it. Finally, I realized I could probably buy the actual items from where they came from and called White Dog Home. I love the style, and I loved the way White Dog Home staged the house I bought. It wasn't too fancy or stiff - it looked like an HGTV home, a dream home, a place where I'd want to live. I bought a house they staged sight unseen in person, bought a rug that they staged in my home, and I'm planning on working with them to decorate and style it now that I live here. It's a crazy, random, and fun story, but I wanted to tell it because it's a true testament to their work. I should also mention that I have only spoken with Malinda over the phone, but every interaction has been easy and accommodating, which, if you've ever moved, you know is so important when you're finding new people to work with. People who just understand how to treat people/their customers always win me over! read more

I love eclectic places where surprises wait around every corner and that's just what you get at The Cotton House. One of Alpharetta's older buildings, The Cotton House is located slightly off Main Street on Milton Avenue. The interior rambles from one room to another and around each corner is something new and interesting. This is a combination of antiques-dealer stalls and a consignment shop so the finds range from custom Christmas ornaments to refinished 1950's end tables, from handmade soaps to farmhouse dining tables and everything in between. In my last visit, my cousin found a vintage milk bottle set and a refinished (distressed) side table for a bedroom all for less than $100. This is a place where - when you find a piece you love - you'd better snap it up right away or it'll be gone the next time you circle around to it. This is not a place you pop into/out of - it's a place where you plan to spend a couple of hours browsing. There's just too much to see and if you rush through, you'll miss all the interesting little items. Look up, look behind and look above - there are decor items everywhere! Some are cute, some are kitschy and some are absolutely must-haves. There is parking available on the street in front of the store but it's limited and requires you to back out into traffic. I recommend parking in the (free) gravel lot just behind the store. Another good parking option is the deck at City Hall (only one and a half blocks away) - parking is free there, allowing you time to browse and then have a nice lunch at a downtown restaurant while you contemplate your purchases. read more

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Very impressed with the flexibility and communication. I was in a desperate time crunch to have my house staged before a showing. Not only did I get a reasonable price, Melinda showed up at my house the next day after work hours to stage my house. The furniture is beautiful and showcases the rooms. Melinda was also very kind and helpful giving me suggestions for some of my other rooms that I didn't even get charged for! It looks amazing and my realtor was so impressed that she has already scheduled her to stage some of her listings. Couldn't be happier! Pictures coming soon! read more

Beautiful boutique but very pricey. If your expecting to find inexpensive furniture it won't be here but the pieces are beautiful made. Kind of disappointed. read more

LOVE this shop! Anyone could find treasures here! I bought furniture and art from both White Dog Decor and Black Dog Interiors while I was here and they both have an amazing selection! Meghan, the resident interior designer and owner of Black Dog Interiors helped me find the perfect rug for my loft! I just love the concept of a home decor/furniture store with multiple vendors and styles! Then I saw that they just added Magnolia Home by Joanna Gaines -- her rugs and pillows are SO GORGEOUS! That's on my wishlist for next time! If you're in Alpharetta, you must stop by! read more

I've been coming in this store (previously Cotton House) for the last 3 years, and I have purchased many things here. Stopped by today and the new owner wouldn't honor a $50 gift card that was purchased before she took over. I know some of her stuff was in the store previously when she was renting a booth! Good way to loose a loyal customer. I won't be back to that half of the store again. Adios. read more

Love, love, love this new store! I thought it was an old boring antique store but was pleasantly surprised when I walked throughout the huge store! It had a Fixer Upper feel to it, furniture and accessories are beautiful! The best part is that the prices are so reasonable. This is my new favorite place to buy gifts! The owner was very friendly and helpful while I was looking for a dining room table. Found one there that looks like Restoration Hardware but was more than half the price! Yay! I'll be back soon. read more

Love it here. Such a huge transformation for the old owner. Love it all. Friendly great selection of the latest treasures for your house. Picked up some great accent pieces and will be back for sure. read more

I stopped in the Cotton House and was pleasantly greeted by the new owner, Malinda. I explained to her my daughter has bought her first home and was looking for furniture that was trendy yet not too expensive. She shared with me her plans to have a design center and paint center. Malinda is passionate about staying up with current trends and servicing the needs of our community. I look forward to what she has planned! Sincerely, Catherine read more

I've lived in the area for 20 years and have shopped at this location - prior owner and current owner - for as long as I can remember. I've spent a lot of money here. This past year I sold several items on consignment but misplaced my check and tried to deposit it not realizing it was just past the 90 days. The check was returned. I took the check back over to the store and being a loyal, long term customer, I never imagined that they wouldn't still honor the check when I brought it back in to be re-issued. Not only did they not honor it but the manager was very rude. I'm in the process of renovating a beach house and updating my Atlanta home - plenty of money to spend but not a penny of it will go to an establishment that treats their customers so badly. Very stupid move for $130 bucks. Their competition will be getting my business. Buyer beware - definitely don't consign there!! read more