Doud Arcade is a fun little area. And this store is an incredible place. So many brighly colored…read moreworks done in wax. Amazing variety of candles with such an array of colors and scents. I would visit here often just to be mesmerized by the art of wax. Great place for unique gifts . Many one of a kind works of art..a truly incredible shoppe

Actually little "shoppe," as so many of these little stores seem to bill themselves. Ask manners of…read morecandles and related accoutrements ...anyone who loves candles would find something--and mortar for themselves or as gifts. It's actually a bit overwhelming to be surrounded by so many many candles, all different shapes, varieties, types, etc. A word of caution: this store is not for those who are sensitive to scent--virtually all candles have some sort of scent. This is located in a charming old world feeling alley, named " ... Arcade." Many price points, would make a terrific gift, which is exactly what I did when I got something for my sister in law.

This place was very nice and put together! An amazing boutique selling a variety of items. The…read moreworkers were also very assistive and welcoming adding to the atmosphere. I got a jelly cat that resembles a cloud and am stoked! Service 10/10! Value and product is 10/10!

Worst customer service EVER. Me and my sister had stopped by the shopping center and she decided to…read moreenter elizabethW, while i stayed behind looking through other stores. When she came back to me she was in literal TEARS out of frustration because of the encounter she had with the staff from this location. She proceeded to explain to me how when she walked in three staff members which she described as the typical white girls ( blonde, tall, slick back and lots of jewelry) stayed by the cash registers and rather than attending to her like ANY OTHER STAFF AT ANY OTHER STORE WOULD DO they simply stared at her and mean mugged her. Mind you we're hispanic and you could tell from a mile away, so obviously this isn't something one would take lightly. She stayed in the store for a few minutes and decided to ignore the nasty stares she was receiving from the staff but she noticed how when another customer who was fully WHITE, the staff actually went over and attended them, asked them questions and all of that stuff. Now to me I see this as very obvious racism how come when a white person wants to come in now you want to be all up in their face asking if they need help but when it's a person of another race you wanna put stank faces on ??? what kind of person does that?. Overall this store has employees with disgusting behaviors who are clearly racist and I am beyond furious about it, DO NOT SHOP HERE.

I cannot fully describe the extent of how much I wanted to open my own apothecary upon entering…read moreEarth Cura and meeting Bonnie, even though I have zero knowledge of anything apothecary related. Bonnie and everything she makes (!! On site!!) are so darn cool and magical. Her shop is tucked away in a little nook between downtown Carmel and a residential neighborhood, so it might be easy to miss. Absolutely walkable from anywhere you park, of course, and 100% worth the visit even if you don't buy anything! I wish I asked more about the teas and remedies she makes, but she has so many of them targeting any ailment a human could possibly have. I was more interested in her candles (my guilty hoarding pleasure) because I love crystals and their meanings. Her smaller ones in the gold vessels are $52 and larger ones in locally made pottery are at least $150 I believe. Everything she offers is on her website except her beautiful candles since they sell so fast! My friend had her eyes on a pink quartz candle, but I said we can come back right before it closes if she's still thinking about it then. Of course we went back, and she actually fell in love with a different candle! ...and I did too. I first saw one with dominos that looked cool, but when we came back I saw one with a lapis egg. Bonnie had just made it that afternoon and set them on the display. We both LOVE the joy and peace our candles bring us :) Truly straight out of a fairy tale, the tiny spell shop by the sea!

Such a really nice store with such great gifts. I will be back. We were recommended to come here,…read moreand with her natural products and items and gift..this is the place. I will be back real soon when I have more time to shop. Great place for holiday gifts that are unique and wonderful for the people that you care about and love.

Went to Pilgrim's Way Community Bookstore and Secret Garden for the first time, and I'm so glad I…read morefinally had the chance to visit! I had heard about this little gem, known as the last bookstore in Carmel, but hadn't had the time to stop by until this trip. The selection of books was decent, and the service was good. I was even able to find and purchase a book that had been on my to-read list. The books were reasonably priced but some of the garden stuff was pricey. The Secret Garden was especially relaxing and beautiful. I really enjoyed walking through it, taking my time, and simply taking it all in. Definitely a lovely little spot to visit while in Carmel!

Love, love, love! A must-visit if you're in Carmel-by-the-Sea. This is such a unique bookstore…read moreexperience- I'm pretty sure we wandered and explored for about an hour and could have stayed even longer. They have a wonderful selection of books, tarot cards, crystals, and of course, the secret garden... how does it get any better than that? The garden is incredibly peaceful and zen, and every step feels like discovering something new. Tucked in the back is a charming little shop with a cute selection of décor, wind chimes, candles, and more. Absolutely loved this bookstore. As a bookstore lover, this one is definitely at the top of my list

I love this store! There's so much for every (good taste) :)…read moreYou can tell a lot of care and consideration goes into every item curated for the store; from local artists, to the wide world.

Staff members were so nice. They have GREAT selections. Place is very organized, clean and full…read morewith great finds. They're not cheap but soooo worth it!

This gallery is right next to First Awakenings' patio. When we had brunch Wednesday I looked at…read morethe pottery and glass in the window but it's currently open Friday to Sunday from 10-4. We stopped by today after brunch and I wandered through the gallery admiring the ceramics, glass, soaps and other wares. Everything is locally made, much of it by Bay Area artisans. Lovely music played overhead, classical guitar by a local musician. I chatted w/ the gallery owner, Karen Reynolds, who told me a bit about where the work came from. One of the most impressive pieces was a stunning Chanukah menorah made of stainless steel and copper. She told me it took the artist 130 hours to create! He's making the next one of bronze, which will take less time because of the respective properties of the various metals. I didn't even ask how much it cost. This one is made to hold candles, the next one oil. Alan came in heard the overhead music and asked about it. We mentioned the loss of both the classical and jazz radio stations here and how we've been stuck w/ a garbage station in the car. Karen mentioned that KRML was Clint Eastwood's station. It pleased me that he bought and brought it back to life. Alan bought a CD, but I know KRML's place on the dial, so I knew we could find it. We did and unfortunately it's not what it was. We listened to the CD in the car and it will be a lovely addition to our music collection. We'll probably return tomorrow before we head home so I can look at some of the pieces that have been calling to me. The gallery has been open in this location for 10 months. As of April 1 it will be moving to Carmel-by-the-Sea where it will be located on San Carlos between Ocean and 7th. I'm sure it will be right at home in its new location and wish Karen well. I look forward to visiting the next time we're in the area.

From the owner: We specialize in fine homewares made by California artisans. Please visit our new location in…read moreCarmel. Our website is pioneermadeincalif.com or on facebook; Pioneer Made In California. If you see something of interest please contact us and we will gladly ship anywhere.

Cute little shop in the heart of Carmel by the Sea. Everything is Chrostmas themed. Lots of…read moreornaments, advent calenders, music boxes and various trinkets. I bought some ornaments for this year's tree :) Very welcoming place and festive place...

Five stars for this adorable Christmas shop in Carmel! Who wouldn't want to get a Christmas tree…read moreornament as their souvenir? Open year round, this is a must stop for anyone visiting the city. They have a huge selection of ornaments including nutcrackers, Christmas tree lights, stockings and decorations. I saw tons of things I wanted to buy; so many amazing choices!! I went and bought a framed Nutcracker ornament and I can't wait to display it on my tree this year! The only thing about this store is that the prices are a little bit on the high end but it is an enjoyable place to visit with really good customer service too!

This is always one of my favorite shops to stop in when I'm visiting Carmel! They have a great…read moreassortment of items for people who like to host, and themed and seasonal items. While the shop does specialize in crafting up the perfect gift box, they also sell just about all of their items individually, so you can easily shop for yourself. The owners are always very nice and friendly!

I have a new favorite shop while visiting Carmel. This shop is an absolute gem. Their selection of…read moregift boxes covers every imaginable occasion, and each one is beautifully curated. The owners bring so much joy and expertise to the experience. They are friendly, upbeat, and incredibly good at helping you choose something meaningful. Their boxes are creative, thoughtful, and a hit with me. You can even purchase items separately if you are not in the market for gift box. I'm officially obsessed. Exceptional service and exceptional people. Five stars all the way!

Cute little shop in Carmel Plaza. We actually met the owner who started this company as a 5th grade…read morestudent & made a business out of it! They have free honey tasting: wild flower, avocado, orange blossom & black sage. They were all delicious! We ended buying a few bottles of honey. If you love honey, this is a must visit!

came here 10/08/2025…read more we were greeted and were offered some taste testing. Which was kind for them to do so since we had no clue what the flavors were like as a first timers. Seems like they have a lot of local, returning customers. The cashier in front also thoroughly explained to us where each honey came from and how it got its unique scent. out of the four options, we decided that the orange blossom and sage honey was the best. The avocado and Meadowfoam were on the stronger side. 12 oz- $26 8 oz - $18 3 oz- $8 Besides honey, there were a lot of other products as well, honeycomb, wax, cosmetics, towels, and jewelry. i bought two 12 oz and a gift set

Such a knowledgeable shop owner! She was very helpful and I loved how passionate she was about…read moreplants. She was informative and there was a great selection of beautiful plants. She had tools as well as cute pots in addition to the plants themselves.

This is it! This is the local plant spot you can feel comfortable to ask questions, get…read morerecommendations, and spend time quietly looking with or without shopping assistance. Prices as expected (NOT overpriced), discount refill programs on soil and fertilizer, locally grown more exotic baby plants, and plenty of inventory and variety to choose from. The owner, Jess, just has such a calm, everywoman vibe about her, and she is so genuinely helpful! Not fake friendly or preoccupied/bothered or standoffish and know-it-all...just helpful and wise and experienced and upfront! I've seen her handle nosy, pushy customers with sincere help and without making them feel bad...that speaks volumes to me. Stepping into her shop, her absolute lil oasis, makes my day slow down a little and makes me take a deep breath and start looking at things a lil more closely. She's taken this space and just lushed it out to the max! It looks freaking incredible. I see from her regular social media posts that she designs and maintains indoor plant displays in multiple local businesses, too. I generally don't have any trouble finding parking when I come during the week, which is a treat for Carmel! I love this little location! Only about 1.5 blocks off Ocean Avenue, but a much more relaxed and friendly and everyday small town vibe is found in this shopping center. This place is a gem! Get here and support this lovely woman and her shop STAT! You will not be sad that you stopped in! Should be 10 stars!