This is kinda what you'd expect from a gift/souvenir shop in Vermont. They do offer plenty of items that have Vermont on it for tourists to wear and show off they have likely visited Vermont. They also had lots of stuffed animals including a giant tiger displayed outside and a moose, which the moose was a cheaper price than I expected for its size. Also as you would expect since it is Vermont they had lots of maple syrup including sizes of bottles that would make Costco sizes seem small. Even as someone currently being a tourist, I enjoy browsing stores like this but typically will skip on buying much. I find you usually run into two different issues, first being poor quality items you buy and second being overpriced and often you get both. The highlight of this place in my opinion that makes it a little more than just a gift shop was the dessert and cheese part. Despite this we still did not buy anything but some of the treats did look very good! Service wise while we did not buy anything did lack any sort of welcome or anything said at all by staff. It does not take much effort to even just say "hello welcome in". If you find yourself in the area going to any of the nearby shops or other things to do you might as well pop in and browse at least. read more

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Cute store and friendly staff. They gave out samples of their cheese and fudge. We ended up getting some of their cheese after sampling it. It was so good! Cute store if you're looking for souvenirs. read more

1836 Country Store - Front of store - Specialty Food Near Me - Wilmington, Vermont

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Adorable local gift shop. Expected souvenir items along with VT standards of cheese and maple syrup. The whole family enjoyed our stop into the store. read more

This is the best place in Wilmington to buy souvenirs, maple syrup, and other Vermont goodies. The man who rung us up was friendly and knowledgeable about the syrup. We purchased a syrup sampler, some fudge, and postcards. The fancy syrup is my favorite so far. This store has been around since 1836. You should definitely check it out if you're in Wilmington! read more

1836 Country Store - Entrance. - Specialty Food Near Me - Wilmington, Vermont

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Great homemade chocolate. I was serviced by the fourth generation of ownership--two third grade boys who were very happy to show me which chocolate candies were Thor favorites. So much stuff it was unbelievable. read more

Very cute shop. Cold brew was unique tasting and very strong. You add your own cream and sugar after.

Actually liked this store despite all the bad reviews. It has a lot of charms as this store probably has been around for a long time (assuming 1836 is the year this store opened?)... I also met the rude older gentleman owner many have mentioned in their reviews and I actually found him not rude at all, maybe because I work in construction and deal with ego maniacs old white males all day, so the owner actually comes off as nice to me? The older gentleman asked me to let him know if I need any helps when I walked in and I said thanks will do. He checked in with me again later on and I said thanks again. He said he's just trying to help, I smiled and said appreciate it. Didn't think I experienced anything rude from him at all. In the end, I got my Vermont maple syrup, some chocolate and a nice $3.99 mug! Definitely recommend this place if you want something Vermont to bring home. read more

Such a lovely store! We've been through Wilmington a few times and never stopped in. We were pleasantly surprised at the large variety of local items in the store. The store owner seems like a nice gentleman - we talked at length about his time in service to our country and he even surprised my 4 yr old with some generous samples and free postcards! I was genuinely surprised when I read the negative reviews about his comments to others. Seems like an old-school sort of guy, but very pleasant towards me, my husband, and our son. read more

The owner is a total grump. Hassles kids and adults - no discrimination here Some fun stuff amid the expected maple candy and Vermont sweatshirts. Try my damnest to avoid the store because of the unhappy shop keeper Many other cute shops and appreciative businesses to support read more

If you are in the town of Wilmington, and you need a place to buy some gifts or souvenirs, definitely stop in and take a look. All of their fudge is made on the premises along with all the other chocolate candy. They have a wide Friday of shirts, postcards, foods, and other items. read more

1836 Country Store - Specialty Food Near Me - Wilmington, Vermont

I've been coming to my family's home in Wilmington every single summer of my life (and unfortunately a couple of winters when my grandparents passed away.) My family never misses the 1836 Country Store, which is really a wonder since the man who owns it is so miserable (and has been for as long as I can remember.) I get why he would hassle me and my cousins when we were teenagers, probably worried we were delinquents or something. But 10 years later, to tell grown adults not to be on their phones in his store? Come on! Say goodbye to every customer for the rest of your life, dude... That is not a battle you'll win. Two stars because it's the only store in downtown Wilmington with cutesy, touristy, souvenirs. read more

Every time I come to town I stop at this store. The owner is a sweet and kind man who reminds me of my grandfather and makes me feel like I am part of the family! There is an amazing selection from cheese, chocolate/fudge, VT sweatshirts, knick naks and kids toys to name a few. It is a MUST stop if you are in the area!! read more

From reading the reviews, not much has changed in regard to the 1836 Country Store since we moved from the area a decade and a half ago. It was a charming store filled to the brim with this and that, but try to visit when the owners are not there. We always did for the years we lived there. if you want to find and keep the happy nostalgic glow that Vermont can bring, do your best to visit Weston. You will be well rewarded if you take time to browse and buy at the The Vermont Country Store there. Better everything, carefully chosen vintage items, locally made crafts, and a catalog too. You will be treated with courtesy and respect. And just an FYI -- I have no connection to Weston or the store but was brought back to some unpleasant old memories with the comments of those visitors who were not treated well at the Wilmington store. All I can say is that it is a "me too" experience. read more

Quaint and charming mom and pop store. Friendly service and amazing home made chocolates!

Beyond awful experience with very rude owners. While they have some nice country store items you can't get past how rude the owners behave (actively and passively). The old man made comments with faces at people. The woman yelled at my cousin for taking a picture of a doorway sign she thought was cute and stuck her hand out in front of the camera. The were also rude to other customers while we were there. One of the other customers looked at me perplexed and shook her head. It's a shame because the store had charm. You think in today's day and age they would be appreciative of people supporting a local business. Why turn off families visiting the area stopping in to buy some fudge, trinkets and gifts to bring home. read more

Would give 0 stars if possible. Drove all the way back to Wilmington to visit this shop (and the others, I'm not insane) after seeing it a couple weeks ago when visiting with my husband, parents, and aunt and uncle. Returned to Wilmington today with my husband and parents. Enjoyed the shop, had no complaints. That is until the rude old man behind the counter scolded me, my husband, and my 64 year old father for looking at the signs that were posted and items while walking. He yelled at us in a very angry tone to not look at them while walking. What the???? Based on other reviews I would venture to say the people who own this place are insane. There are plenty of other places in Vermont to get souvenirs. Please, save yourself some embarrassment and go elsewhere. read more

Quaint place, but disappointed to say the least based on reviews. We drove way too far to go here and was disappointed in the prices, lack of friendliness, and number of items that are not made locally or in Vermont. There are lots of country stores around; recommend doing some homework and not settling for here unless you are under time constraints. Tourist trap. read more

Incredibly horrible experience here today. My mother and I were shopping around when the old man behind the counter was making rude comments when we would stop to look at merchandise. The woman working also rudely informed us that they were closing soon (given it was around 5:45 pm). As we were checking out and my mother was paying I took my phone out (being a 21 year old adult) to check the time, when the woman proceeded to tell us how "it's a shame how people miss out on things because they are on their phones" and how I should feel "honored to be in a building from 1836". I was completely offended. Never doing business here again. read more

Very disappointed. Been eating their fudge for years but just saw bugs in their display case! Board of health, help!

Cute store. Filled to the brim with cute and interesting items. Was able to sample the cheese before buying it. They have all sorts of items - cheese, syrup, jams, cookie cutters, Maybe the lady in the store was having a bad day but she was so unpleasant. Was curt, not very helpful. If you are in the area, stop by because the store is filled with great items. read more

Bought maple syrup and jam for the BF's parents here. Who knows if they'll like it-- at least I can say that the store itself was cute. More cookie cutters than I ever knew existed can be found here. Want a flag-shaped cookie cutter? This is the place to go. Fudge and cheese? Aqui. Maple syrup and local jam? Right here. read more

This store was very cute and the owners were so nice! Especially Colton the fourth generation son who helped with the delicious chocolates!

I am a local business owner and I had send my product over to the store for reviews. I called to follow up and was spoken to very rudely by an older gentleman. He didn't ask what the product was that I had submitted, and hung up on me. So much for supporting local business. read more

Albert is a great knowlegable man . Always treats me and my wife wonderfuly. We travel from Corbettsville NY every year just for the ride and visit the store and then make our way back with blocks of cheese and cookie cutters of all shapes and sizes, plus a good convesation with Al.. read more

What a amazing shop! There's so much to look at and their selection of cookie cutters is unmatched. They definitely target the tourist market, but there was so much variety and not just the usual syrup and moose items, either. We ended up purchasing a Christmas ornament for our tree (we try to get one wherever we travel), a couple of cookie cutters (reindeer and a moose), and some absolutely divine chocolate truffles. Seriously, I might make the drive just to buy some more. Looking at some of the other reviews, it appears we were fortunate that a young man was working the register that day. He was helpful and very nice. read more

I have visited and love this old store. My wife and I have traveled 3 hours several times just for the scenic ride and to get some Vermont cheddar cheese sliced out of the cheese wheel on the stores counter. Always a cookie cutter my wife has to have and I see something I missed the time before. I always get a smile and greeting from the owner. Off season visits are the best with much fewer tourists filling the aisles and rooms. They are the only store in town to provide a bathroom and it is always clean ! read more