After arriving in the very cute and little town of Chester, the first business on Water Street is…read moreLark. Lark is a woman's boutique, they sell quality sweaters, purses and other cashmere and wool accessories. There are so many other little accessories, like unique fair trade earrings, and hair accessories. They also have a whole assortment of decor for your home or your Christmas tree. These are my favorite. From little knit bears to a not so little wooden deer. The little knickknacks are truly so unique and equally as adorable. What else is adorable? They have a baby section at Lark. From the tiny holiday dresses, to the softest plushies, and so many toys and books. The one reason I can't give five stars to Lark is the cost, everything is a pretty penny here. If you're looking for cashmere gloves, or some moon and star earrings, this is your place.

Super nice gift shop on water street that has some unique gift options for people. The children's…read moresection has super adorable, out of the box gifts I've never seen before. I also ended up purchasing myself a cute new hat for while I'm walking around town. Their bags are so nice, not sure what I'll do with it, but it's very durable.

In downtown Chester, right next to the Little House Brewery, there is the sweetest little store…read morewith all sorts of beautiful treasures. I never knew The Wayfinder Society was here, until my friend pointed it out to me. It's a paradise to walk inside. The entire aura is focused on zen and calmness. You don't have to purchase anything to feel their purpose. I found the sweetest gifts for my coworkers. You'll find an assortment of crystals, artwork, little handmade items, from tiny the size of a penny to massive that'll reach your doorway. You'll have to go check out the uniqueness that is The Wayfinder Society. The way they packaged my gifts was like they came from the prestigious luxury store.

It's farmers market day here in Chester, and whenever I'm in town, I love stopping by this store…read more It has such a calming and unique atmosphere, the perfect place to find a special gift, whether for yourself or someone else. The owner is always pleasant and kind, which makes the experience even better. When you purchase something, it's thoughtfully packaged in a beautiful bag , such a nice touch! Prices are reasonable too. I always enjoy browsing and soaking in the peaceful vibe. A true gem in Chester!

Open now! Don't miss this hidden gem in the downtown shopping district! Great selection of quality…read morewomen's clothing and accessories!

Good food at a great price! My husband had a stuffed pepper with side sala, my sil had shepherd's…read morepie with side salad and I had a tasty corned beef reuben. Will come again!

I have been eating at the wheatmarket for 32 years! Great soups and sandwiches Dennis and Joan do…read morecatering and they have delicious specials every day!

There are two stores; one for men (this one) and one for women (Compass Rose) not listed with Yelp,…read morelocated in the same area. Both stores are amazing. I left a review on Google for that store. This store is a great find. Walking into this store is like walking into the stores up north in Maine,Vermont etc., where you find good quality mens clothing and unique giftware. It has a welcoming environment, with beautiful displays of merchandise. My husband bought a nice pair of shorts and at the sister store, Compass Rose, I bought a unique top and beautiful lightweight handbag. The staff in both stores were welcoming and friendly. Thank you to the owner who has done an excellent job of ordering great clothes and giftware for men and women in both stores. I will be back!!!

Love this store! Great place to shop for gifts for husbands, fathers, sons, all the guys in your…read morelife -there's something for everyone and it's all quality stuff! The staff is very helpful as well and will wrap anything you might be gifting. Highly recommend. Compass Rose, their partner gift shop for women is also amazing!

This store is at the center of Essex. The owners select great clothing and accessories and they are…read moreso personable and helpful. They genuinely are interested in their customers and they are very active in the welfare of the village.

J Alden Clothiers is a small clothing boutique owned by husband and wife duo Jim and Amy. The store…read moreis located on Main Street in Essex. When I walked inside I was greeted by Amy, she was so kind and welcoming. The front of the store had the most adorable red and white merchandise with hearts, in preparation for Valentine's Day! The back of the store had the men's section. Here they will taylor shirts and trousers to your fit. I really liked a lot of the tops and small accessories in this finely catered boutique. Some of the items are a bit too costly. J Alden is a beautiful family owned boutique. There is something here for everyone.

Beautiful selection of clothing to choose just what you need for any occasion! Eclectic brands and…read moreunique styles.

From the owner: We are Amber and Lowell. A Clothing boutique located in Chester CT. Our motto is Style has no Age…read more Whether you’re 16 or 95 we have something for you.

This is a cute boutique in Essex Village that offers a lot of nice options for 30+ year old ladies…read more I ventured in late one Saturday afternoon with one of my girlfriends and found they were having a great New Years sale on cashmere, winter accessories and a variety of other clothes. I found two great Foxcroft button down shirts, perfect for work, on sale for $37! The owner was very friendly and we got to talking about where I was visiting from, West Hartford, and she happened to have grown up there. She also shared a lot about the cute new spring items she had just ordered from her recent purchasing trip to New York. I look forward to seeing the cute styles she described on my next day trip down to Essex!

Fans of Stonewear in Essex need to know that the shop is now called One N Main (seems there was…read moreanother Stonewear in Colorado and they made a fuss). Well, we're liking the new name. We never thought "Stonewear" suited this gem of a shop, stocked with some of our favorite labels like Velvet tees, 360 Cashmere, the original French striped boatnecks by St. James, Yoga Jeans, a strong selection of bags and, particularly indispensable on unpredictable summer nights, these one-size-fits-all whisper weight cashmere ponchos that are just the ticket to throw over a summery shift

Susan has helped us with decorating our home and she is great!! She has a great eye for color and…read moredetail. Susan always goes above and beyond!

After a devastating flood that destroyed several of my window treatments as well as some furniture,…read moreI was overwhelmed. But Susie came to the rescue. I totally relied on her extremely good taste for the design, and she created simply stunning window treatments in both my dining room and master bedroom. She also did decorative pillows and other slipcover items as well as repairing several other sets of window treatments. Because of an illness in my family, I was unable to give her much direction, just told her what I needed, and she ran with it. She also hung up all my pictures and artwork. Most important, she was so nice to work with, and so supportive during a very difficult time. Her work is exquisite, with great attention to detail. She really takes time to understand what you like, what you're trying to achieve, and how to work with what you have already. I could not recommend her more highly.