Beautiful! Located…read moreon the first floor of the renovated Firehouse #1 building - this furniture and home decor store is amazing. Loved the style and saw multiple items I want to add to my home. Gorgeous lamps, couches, dining chairs and relaxed seating. This stuff is handmade in Roanoke and can be ordered and personalized and customized in their design center in the store. Check out their site. I loved almost everything I saw. Def going to be buying some new furniture from here soon. They have pillows, lamps, blankets, decor items, and furniture.

During the holiday season, I love discovering unique finds by exploring and shopping at local…read moreantique and gift shops. Today, while I was headed to one in particular, I drove by Willow Tree Antiques & Primatives, located off Buck Mountain Road, in Roanoke, Virginia. And on my way back I couldn't help but to make a stop there. After being awarded the Yelp NC Triad Squad Yelper of the Year 2024 Award at the Yelpies Award Ceremony last year, an event that honored the highest-performing Yelp Elites, celebrating their contributions and accomplishments throughout the year, I decided that this year, as an All-Star Yelp Elite, I not only wanted to be the first to discover new restaurants and businesses, and bring them to the attention of the public, but also to uncover those found in hidden paths that for one reason or another have not reached the public in its totality. And Willow Tree Antiques & Primatives, in Roanoke, Virginia, is a perfect example. Inside the establishment I was able to meet the owner of this family-owned and operated business. Robin Barker is a friendly, elegant, and hospitable lady, who explained how she started the business in 2015, and now the two floor building, 20,000 square foot building, haa around 100 vendor booths, offering a diverse selection of antiques, collectibles, primitives, vintage furniture, unique jewelry, rustic home decor, and hand-made items, just to name a few. As I walked through the establishment, I noticed the many unique one-of-a-kind quality items in very good condition. They were well organized in nice clean vendor booths spaces. Right now many of the items had to to with Christmas and the Holiday Season, but I was told the vendors rotate their seasonal pieces throughout the year and keep their other pieces year round. I only had an opportunity to visit the first floor because they closed at 5:00pm. But I observed many of the items very closely, and purchased a souvenir greeting card with a photograph of the Roanoke Star. This gave me the idea of marketing some of my photographs in this way, and I would use this as a sample of how I can make them and the wording to put on them. After I paid for the greeting card, that by the way all of the items sold here were reasonably priced, I made plans for returning another day to view the items on the second floor. I could either park in the parking lot of this floor and walk the stairs to the second floor, or park in the parking lot of the second floor and be right there. I would highly recommend you too visit this establishment when you have time. At least the many items there will be a treat to your eyes. And who knows, maybe you'll end up coming out with something meaningful to you.

Wonderful store. Lots of great things. A Holiday treat…read more Bought a pie safe and other treasures. Main woman that runs the place was very helpful.

One late afternoon, as we drove along Apperson Drive in Salem, Virginia, in search of an antique or…read moregift shop, we ran into a very one of a kind and unique store named "Buy The Season: Home Decor for Every Season." Its large street sign attracted our attention, and even though it was late and almost closing time, my friend and I decided to stop and give it a look. It contained one of the largest selections of unique seasonal home decor and furniture of Roanoke Valley, with over 150 vendors. We parked and went inside, and I was impressed with how well everything was organized. The nice cool temperature of the place and the pleasant smell motivated one to walk around and explore all the items exhibited there. It was time to close, so I asked for a business card, and we decided to return next week and then have dinner in one of the many great restaurants in Salem. So, on the next week, we arrived early in the afternoon with enough time to explore the entire extremely large store space. There were some antiques in good or almost excellent condition, some Americana collections, some perfect antique, and Americana collections, some wonderful pieces of quality furniture including some Ethan Allen, some unique signs with sayings, jewelry, glassware, silverware, homemade greeting cards, books, and almost all you can think of. There is also a space with the Apperson Cafe with bread and some other bakery items made by the Amish. I was also able to talk with some of the vendors who were bringing new items to their space or cleaning the last items they brought and arranging them. They were wonderful individuals who really enjoyed finding the items and putting them for sale at very reasonable prices. The owner of the store also had items for sale there, and the salespeople treated us very kind as we asked them some questions. I would definitely recommend this store to those looking for gifts or items to decorate their own place.

What a GREAT place! Something for everyone! They even have buggy's to carry your treasures.read more

This Antique and Collectibles Mall in the heart of Salem, Virginia, has over 50 venders, with clean…read moreand well-organized booths in a spacious layout that creates a welcoming environment where you can view and shop from a diverse collection of fine antiques and vintage items, such as clocks, glassware, gifts, jewelry, and advertising memorabilia, to name a few, which value is derived from their age or historical association. As soon as I entered the retail business, there was a friendly and knowledgeable lady staff member behind the counter who welcomed me and told me to feel free to ask her any question that I might have about any item in the shop. As I walked around, what impressed me the most was the good quality condition that most of the items were in. And the well-organized that the vender booths were in, allowing the accommodation of a great variety and number number of items. I invite you to view my photographs accompanying this review to get a better sense of the place and its merchandise variety. Some of the venders were around arranging their booths with new items related to the Holiday Season. The lady owner of one of my favorite booths for the items it carried also happened to be there at the moment. When I asked the staff lady if she could open one of the locked display cases for me to take a closer look of an item I was interested in, she pointed out that the lady vender happened to be there at the moment and called her to see if she could open me the display case for me with her key. I was interested in a brass shield of the Commonwealth of Virginia. After I examined both sides to verify it was in good condition, the owner told me she could probably give me a discount if I liked it. I asked her how much she could leave it for, and she lowered the price from $75 to $60. And I quickly accepted. I was lucky she was there and gave me a discount, but most of the items I saw there were reasonably priced. A must-visit! I highly recommend spending time here to see the amazing collection of interesting items. You're bound to find a special something for yourself or a one-of-a-kind gift.

Great selection of antiques! We located some hard to find items we had been seeking. Very friendly…read moreand kind staff. Glad to have made the trip!

Introduction: Need…read moreto give a shout out to Mama Ann Gifts. I was down at Smith Mountain Lake with my girlfriend & her parents at her parent's home down there around 4th of July 2025. We decided to go at their restaurant connected next door on Friday, July 4th for lunch & coffee. I'm going to include in my alphabet series as I left off on U and starts with W (Westlake Coffee & Cafe) for a 2nd W. Presidential M&M's on Friday, July 4, 2025: And speaking of W, I saw Presidential M&M from Bush, which I thought was a cool collectable. I Googled the signature and realized it was not HW Bush Sr. but W. Bush Jr. Also, I saw there was a website listed, which wouldn't have been the case from HW Bush (1989-1993) when Internet was in its infancy. It seemed like a fair price at $5.99, so I bought. The woman at the cashier was very nice. I said I thought it seemed cool and asked if she had other Presidents. She said she had Obama, which I said was cool. (Side note: I happened to look at my 2018 Ben's Chili Bowl DC review & I'll say what I said then about Obama dining there, the Obama candy in this case wouldn't have impressed him; he'd still want Trump as of 7/7/25!). I asked if she had for Clinton or before, which she said yes and even mentioned how she is in government & went on Air Force during Clinton. She said if we came back tomorrow she would bring them in. Other Interesting things I observed in the store on July 4: They had a good variety of various Knick knacks, candy, sweets, chips, salsa, & honey. I didn't need the sweets although a couple were a bit tempting. Also, they had a Prayer request journal, where I wrote my name & mentioned something I'll share personally here on Yelp. I had cancer in August 2023, successful surgery, but cancer back & chemo started in June 2025. Very good prognosis for this type of cancer, thankfully, but still chemo sucks, and should be cancer-free in August. Also, thankfully, the Smith Mountain 4th of July trip was during the tail end of chemo round 1 (6/16-6/20) & right before round 2 (7/7-11). Saturday, July 5, 2025: Going back to the store was off our radar on the morning & early afternoon on July 5. That morning we slept until 9:45 set alarm, and her mom said she was going to wake us soon because the friends wanted us to meet in morning so we needed to leave at 10:30 or so to get there about 11. We rode the boat across down from Franklin County home all the way down by the dam & across to Bedford County. We hung with them from 11-1. Then, got back to house, then at lunch, then her parents said we are going to dock, & played a game outside. We walked back up to the house at 3:30, and I said I just remembered the Presidential M&M + 4th of July weekend event set for Saturday, the 5th. She said that's right, and they are closed Sunday. I said they are open until 5 PM because that's what the event time was. So, we got over there about 4 PM. They had a couple of samples for the event as well as popcorn outside, which I enjoyed, after we left. I looked for the cashier, but I didn't see her. Then, I asked a different woman saying I was here yesterday, got W. Bush Presidential M&M's and had asked about others, and she said oh yes she said you had asked about them, and she left earlier. The cashier handed me the bag with Obama Hershey's Kiss (he decided to go different) and Clinton M&M's. She said it's On the House! On the House is my Favorite 3-word preposition! We might need to get candy or something next time we are down there and/or maybe go back to Westlake Coffee/Cafe.

Mama Ann's is an adorable gift shop that is loaded with Smith Mountain Lake souvenirs. Upstairs…read morethey have tons of decor, including custom wood engraving and artwork. They also have candles, toys, jewelry, and other miscellaneous trinkets. I, of course, gravitated towards the fresh canned goods. They have tons of unique jam and preserve flavors, salad dressings, pasta sauce, bar-b-que sauce, pickles, pickled vegetables, and even peanut butter marshmallow spread. Downstairs they have what appeared to be vendor booths with unique antiques and heirlooms. If you are looking for a unique or custom SML souvenir, this spot is worth stopping at!

Amazing place! Visited Abide with 2 other friends today. Enjoyed a delicious chai latte with a…read morefreshly baked lemon raspberry scone. Spent the next hour browsing through the myriad of beautiful items for sale... all top notch quality. Will definitely be coming back. I'm so glad I found Abide... you won't be disappointed!

I recently discovered one of my newest favorite plant and coffee shops! I work close by and stop in…read moreoften on my lunch. If you love rare and tropical houseplants, especially starter plants without the markup of big box stores, this is the place. They also have super cute home decor, bespoke gifts and clothing. The ladies that work here are very nice. Definitely worth the visit!

This is one of those random hidden gems that I love - weird stuff, great prices, super friendly…read morepeople working there (even if he thought my COVID mask was a mouse- it's actually Santa, lol). Folks, they have a $.25 table!! And nothing brings me more joy than pawing through old junk and dried out pens to find a treasure (that you might think is trash, but you know what they say!). If you're in the area, definitely stop by.

Went to this out of the way treasure today. Everything was so reasonably priced compared to alot…read moreof other "thrift" stores. I bought several things especially some vintage lamps and artwork for very few dollars. I highly recommend this place.

Best local fine craft gallery in the area. Well-curated selection is impeccable and it doesn't get…read moreany friendlier than this sweet little shop's owner and staff. Not to be missed!

This store has a nice selection of fine crafts for yourself or others. They have a wide range of…read moreprices from a few dollars to hundreds for soapstone carvings. Good pottery, good photos and art work.