Everyone knows about this store, but doesn't go in. Go in. The standard selection of Vermont gifts…read moreand they are all worth it. Please support this store.

Rude, grumpy staff. And he clearly knows it and doesn't care from other reviews I've read. Responds…read morewith more negativity than he gives you in the store to negative reviews rather than expressing remorse.

One of my favorite childhood memories was The Jelly Mill, and I'm saddened to see that it closed…read moredown many years ago. I looked it up to see how far of a drive it would be from where we are currently visiting, and saw the sad news . My parents would bring me and my siblings there in the 80's and it was magic. My siblings and parents were everything to me and here we were, walking into 8 year old me's version of Disneyland. I was so young but can still remember it vividly, from the glass and bells on the front doors, to the wood decor. We would get ice cream cones called The Big Olaf, in freshly made waffle comes with a little marshmallow on the bottom of the cone. There were scratch and sniff stickers, puffy stickers, jelly bracelets and vintage candies. There were candy sticks that tasted like root beer, and there were postcards, and little maple syrup candies. The wind chimes were so amazing to me. I do not know of a place that ever made me feel happier and I am grateful to have grown up in a time that had these memories to make. I am not a great communicator but this review comes so easily for me to write. My parents gave me $5 and I left with a paper bag full of the greatest treasures! I hope every child has one memory to cherish like mine. If anyone ever sees this review, thanks for reading!

I want to give The Jelly Mill a 5star review in Memory of it!! I remember the charming snow scene…read morefigurines so well. It was a lovely place! I also remember buying my 1st pack of Pokemon cards ever there and my bro buying some too :) Wish it could've lasted forever like The Enchanted Dollhouse

I cannot say enough amazing things about this store and its owner. From the moment you walk in, you…read morefeel welcomed, appreciated, and genuinely cared for. The owner is truly one of the kindest people I have ever met -- warm, patient, and so incredibly thoughtful. You can tell this isn't just a business; it's something built with love and integrity. Every interaction feels personal, and they go above and beyond to make sure you leave happy. In a world where customer service can sometimes feel rushed or impersonal, this place is a breath of fresh air. What touched me the most was a beautiful moment with my daughter. She did a good deed for her, and instead of wanting anything in return, she simply told my daughter to pass it on and return the favor to someone else one day. I just thought that was such an incredible lesson -- teaching kindness, generosity, and paying it forward. That meant more to me than she'll ever know.

Ok! So who doesn't love a little toy shop/candy shop in a historic downtown area?!…read more There's just something above and beyond special about a store like this vs going to one of those god awful box stores or taking business to...Amazon! My brother and I were recently in Manchester, VT and while walking around downtown, we stopped in here. Just the outside of the building makes you wanna go in. Then you get in there and it's legit like you're a kid again. The layout is amazing. Upstairs and downstairs to this place. Downstairs is the candy and probably the nicest lady EVERRR to work in a retail store. Really wish I had gotten her name. I swear if more stores had people like her, I think more people would go back to stores vs shopping online. She's above and beyond pleasant, friendly, funny, so accommodating, just an absolute delight of a person. This place kinda feel like something you'd see in a movie. Maybe a movie from "yesteryear" (I hate that word lol, but it kinda applies here haha) It's just so homey! She made it even homier AND she let me bring in my little yorkie, my little Alfred and she was so nice to him as well. Seriously, what happened to retail? We all know this generation and their...LOVE of working with the public haha! Like I said, if more stores had friendly people like this woman, (I'm gonna assume that maybe she owns the store?) we'd all be in stores more. Ok, so the store haha! Candy downstairs, tons of stuff upstairs. Toys, hoodies, shirts, etc. The shirts and stuff are touristy items. Manchester and Vermont on the fronts. Some super nice. Priced a little higher than some places, but seriously not bad at all. Besides, if I had gotten something like that, I'd 100% buy from a store like hers vs a bigger store. Also, who buys touristy type clothes from like...Walmart or Target?! Ugh! It just isn't the same vs getting it at a TRUE store to whatever town or city you're visiting. Downstairs she had a plate of cookies out for the customers. Of course, I grabbed a few haha. Alfie (my dog) and I were very thankful haha! She also said "make sure to grab some cookies on the counter back there!" I was like "one step ahead of you, girl! Already grabbed some" hahaha! No matter how much I watch my diet, if there are cookies....ima have some lol. The inside is like a really homey house. Even the outside looks that way...so maybe it was a home at one time? Fantastic store! Truly is! Kids and us *big* kids all love this place. How can you not? On our way out, (she might remember this lol) she said "think fast" and tossed a free piece of gum to me...I had my dog in my arms so I'm using him as an excuse as to why I didn't catch it hahaha! She then tossed one to my brother and he missed too hahahaha! To be fair, there were like 6 people all eyes on us. The pressure was real lol. Embarrassing we couldn't catch a piece of gum...BUT for me, one handed! Hahaha! One customer said "I would have dropped it too with all those eyes on me" So there's another excuse for us GUYS not catching a little piece of gum haha! I look forward to the day I go back to Vermont. I've gone the past 2 years. So hopefully we will make it there again next year. If we do! Manchester for sure and without a doubt....another visit to this amazing little store with so much character...from the employees to the store itself. I hands down recommend anyone and everyone go here and support her anyway you can. These stores need to be cherished. Thanks for reading, YelperCottagers! Cheers!

This was an unanticipated stop on our annual leaf peeping drive to Vermont…read more I initially sat in the lot listening to the radio in the truck -- with a lot full of other men -- while our wives went inside. Within a few minutes my wife texted me that I had to come in. Wow... it looks like a little store in a house from the outside, but the inside was many rooms full of jam-packed Christmas trees and displays of every type of ornament imaginable. From the traditional to offbeat... they seem to have it all -- ornaments, snow globes, and on and on. Where else can you get Freddy Mercury, stick of butter and bacon Christmas tree ornaments? Staff was friendly and helpful. A slice of heaven for Christmas decoration affectionados.

A delightful store. We drove 2 hours to visit, and Christmas Days did not disappoint. All…read moreChristmas, all the time, this store will put you in the holiday mood anytime of year. Staff there was welcoming, sweet and kind. I felt as though I was really valued as a customer. Highly recommended and will absolutely return. What a beautiful store!

Northshire Bookstore is a bookworm's paradise! There's…read moresomething for everyone - fiction, nonfiction, fantasy, romance, biography, cooking, banned books - you name it, they've got it! They have a section of used books for a lower price along with a cafe. They even sell records. There's a full section of greeting cards, stationary, planners, notebooks etc. Plus a small section with Vermont touristy/souvenirs. What's not to love?! I left buying 4 books for myself and one as a gift.

This is the best bookstore I have ever visited! You are literally immersed inside a world of books…read more There are multiple floors fully stocked with every book you can imagine. They also have a cafe. I did not get a chance to visit it since I was happily overwhelmed by all the books. The third floor has the children's section which has colorful decorations, as well as cards, trinkets, journals, and vinyls for sale. Northshire has friendly employees who were very helpful. I am pleased to report they have a large used book section on the second floor. I will definitely be visiting this charming place more often!

I love this store even though it is expensive. They have so many items I want making it just fun to…read morebrowse the store and look at everything. We recently stopped by their 60% off sale. Sounds like a great deal and is, but things are so expensive that you are still paying a good chunk of change for their seconds boards. I bought a $380 large board and absolutely love it. The veteran employee who answered all my questions was amazing. She was so kind and thoughtful when I was trying to figure out what I wanted and educated us on the different type of woods. I loved how trusting she was when asking me the original price on the board and also when I paid inside and came outside to pick up the board. Great experience and I love my new heirloom board!

We loved stopping here as we drove by this specialty kitchen store. It's a very attractive and…read morelarge store -- 3,500 square feet, they claim, and we have no reason to doubt -- filled with what seems every imaginable kind of kitchen utensil and some foods. Rows and rows and shelves and shelves and three levels (no elevator, by the way) add up to space for a lot of stuff. Appliances, cutting boards, candles, jams, aprons, pottery, lots of wood products made in their store on the premises. And we've scarcely touched the range of stuff here. We should caution visitors that the pricers are not on the cheap side. The quality seems high, but so are most of the prices (look for sale items). That said, if you;re a kitchen fan, this is a very entertaining stop. It's in the vicinity of Dorset not far from Manchester but not a location you just likely to stumble upon (although that's what we did). And set aside some serious time to browse here; the stock is worth it.

The pricing was comparable to that of Marimekko retail stores and the staff hovered excessively and…read morehad some attitude. It was impossible to browse the large selection of nice goods comfortably so my daughter & I left without buying anything. If you are looking for something specific, check it out, but otherwise avoid.

Possibly my favorite store ever! The Marimekko Outlet in Manchester, VT is one of two Marimekko…read moreretail locations in the US, and the only outlet store. Kitchenware, linens, decorative pillows, fabric, dresses, and other clothing items--I was so excited to be here I was practically running in place! The two women working there were an absolute delight--friendly, enthusiastic about Marimekko, and as helpful as could be. I bought a dress, some throw pillows, and some mugs and dishes. Excellent quality items, and they were discounted at different rates, I believe between 15%-50%. I absolutely love this place and can't wait to go back.