Hands down, they have the absolute rudest woman running that store. Perhaps she's the owner, I am…read morenot sure. One thing I am sure of is that she's needs an attitude adjustment. I was walking around town and popped into her shop. I had my dog with me. She is only 25lbs and extremely well-behaved. She is also a certified support animal and legally, is allowed to go anywhere with me. Block has always been an extremely dog-friendly place and I've been coming here every summer for over 20 years. Nowhere did I see a sign that says dogs aren't allowed in the shop. I usually ask first anyway but I couldn't differentiate between employees and customers when I entered. She came up to me and in a very rude tone, told me "no dogs allowed." I immediately apologized and went to leave like a respectful and polite person would. Then she made a snarky comment "you can't just bring dogs anywhere." First of all, I am aware of that, thanks. I could have mentioned that she's a support animal but I didn't even bother because of the obnoxious tone this woman used with me. There's no world where I would ever give her a penny of my hard-earned money at this point. You work in a customer service based industry - in a seasonal resort town no less. Here's a tip, BE KIND! Nobody needs your basic Joanna Gaines nautical decor that badly anyway.

Great shop, lots of colorful, beautiful items and beachy colored decor for the home (picture…read moreframes, pillows, spoon holders). Items that are just nice for the home and not just for block island. Jewelry looks really nice but didn't buy any. Friend got a great tablecloth that was flowery and beautiful. Clothes in the back too- all look feminine and very flowing.

I live in California so I have yet to be able to visit the store in person but I love that I am…read moreable to shop with them virtually. The assortment of furniture, table top & textiles is absolutely perfect for our home and everyone there is so helpful over the phone, via email and on Instagram. Now they just need to open one in Marin!

Stunning decor at great prices. Love coming in here, staff is so friendly & helpful food.read more

Very friendly staff and product offerings were very good …read more I went on a weekend when they were having a sale and prices were very reasonable for the quality of products they offer

This little shop was an absolute HIGHLIGHT of our White Christmas getaway! We found it almost by…read morehappenstance while exploring the small coastal town. Unassuming from the outside, when we entered we found a delightful, charming and beautifully-curated collection of home decor, hand-dipped candles, nautical-themed tchotchkes, original and lithograph wall art, and other such items, most of which are crafted locally. We were also impressed with the friendly and knowledgeable staff. We spent more than a few dollars here buying knick-knacks and gifts. The only problem now will be getting it back home to Kansas! Totally worth stopping in of you're in New Bedford!

Homeport's website says they close on Saturday's at 7PM and my mom and I tried to get into the…read morestore today, 9/27, at 5:55PM. The doors were already locked and an older blonde woman promptly waved through the door that they were closed. She came over to the door when we continued to stand there, and we pleaded to her to let us run in and buy a coffee mug. She told us no, and that they were closed. We told her the website said they were open until 7PM and she responded that it was "an old website," and "we close at 6" (It was still at least 3 minutes until 6PM). She rolled her eyes, huffed and puffed, and unlocked the door to let us in. As we were greatly thanking her, she sarcastically responded, "I would love to get home and I know my family would absolutely love for me to come home too." While we are greatly appreciative that she let us buy the coffee mug (We were in and out of the store within 45 seconds), we did not appreciate the unnecessary attitude. We will not be returning and if you plan to visit this store, ensure they are open beforehand, to avoid being disappointed and encountering rude employees.

Excellent selection of books for all ages and tastes. Nice upscale and tasteful home decor as well.read more

This store is one of best gift stores in the area....the staff is welcoming and knowledgeable...the…read moreselection of items and gifts are excellent. You can find greeting cards, house plants, homemade ceramics, homemade jewelry, clothing, board games, books, etc...you name it....something for everybody. The layout of the store is very roomy and neatly organized. There's plenty of parking in a private lot and also on the street. Please check it out next time you are in the area...just a treasure !!!

I've seen the Purple Cow advertised time and time again in local theatre programs, but never had…read morethe chance to visit until a few days ago. Boy, am I glad I took the time to check them out! This is a fantastic little local business that redefines the concept of "shopping small" by offering a wide array of locally made products - everything from handmade clothing to soaps and creams. The next time you have a present to buy for someone, the Purple Cow should be the first stop you make. Speaking of presents, they even have a section of birthday and special occasion cards, which makes it an easy one stop shop for all your gifting needs. While a lot of the inventory tends to lean toward the yogi-earthy-crunchy set, they have a great section of toys and stuffed animals for the young and young at heart, plus a whole lot of classy jewelry that's also made by local artisans. The Purple Cow is a must visit if you find yourself in Wakefield, RI, and need to purchase a memorable gift for a loved one, or simply just want to browse around a truly wonderful small local business!

Perfect Provisions & People Cool, unique, interesting, the…read morehighest quality "souvenirs". Here you can easily find the perfect gift for anyone whose heart is warmed by thoughts of Block Island. And, just as important, the customer service is always outstanding. The only negative about this shop is that there are too many great choices, making deciding difficult!

This store has the best collection of Block Island themed merchandise on the island. It's high…read morequality and non-kitschy. They fit a lot of different types of items into a small store. The staff is friendly as well.

We recently took a girl's trip to Newport and found we needed a few essentials. We stumbled upon…read morethis adorable store full of treasures! We literally went by each day to buy what we saw the day before on our way out. Friendly and helpful staff. Highly recommend you stop by for a visit you'll never know what you will find.

Place was jammed packed with all my gift items I needed at a reasonable price, including a…read moretoothbrush! Staff was very friendly and happy. Thank you!

Not my kind of place, but my wife liked it. We spotted it on Yelp and decided to stop. Lots of…read moreinteresting and unique items. Would recommend only for women or perhaps men who like to decorate (ahem). We bought a dried out starfish and some silver tea lights for my mother in law. See my profile for more information on how I rate stores. A 3.5 to 4 star establishment.

Hostile, aloof, entitled, with NO greating upon entry! They refuse to make any eye contact! Pretend…read moreyou are invisible unless they KNOW YOU and you are accompanied by a toddler! Bias Narcissistic behavior! And after checking Google im not alone in my observations! " GO pound sand, you bunch of pathetic Narcissists!!!! MUCH MORE pleasant shopping in Old Saybrook! You are pathetic!

I have been by this place so many times and have never been in it. It is beyond adorable! It has…read moreall the home decor you could ever want. Also if you need a gift for a friend, baby, mother, etc., this is your place. My husband even liked this store! It is like a maze inside, so give yourself plenty of time to wander. You don't decide what you want to buy, Simple Pleasures tells you want you need.

Best gift shop in RI. sales people are lovely. beautifully decorated with excellent choices of…read moregifts. love to go even if it's just to enjoy the atmosphere however, even if you only buy a card you will enjoy your day. the restaurant on the property has the best breakfast ever.

What a lovely shop! Beautifully curated home furnishings and accessories at very good prices. The…read moreowner is an interior decorator and her ideas and advice are fabulous! Don't miss this gem when you visit Mystic, CT!