All of the used book stores in my town are gone so when I visit places If I see a used book store I…read morestop. Crammed top to bottom neatly Arranged stacks. Can't find something in the well arranged store just ask. This place isn't a store it is a labor of love. They have something for everyone.

Don't let the unassuming exterior of this bookstore fool you. It is a deceptively HUGE (2 stories!)…read moreantiquarian bookstore, extremely well organized, run by people who obviously know their inventory really well and are great conversationalists. I came here with my mom on my first visit 20 minutes before closing time. Since we knew our time here was limited, we asked for help for very specific areas of the store, and we were each guided to the sections we wanted. Besides hardcover books, there are several sections with softcover books including (but not limited to) mysteries and current fiction. There are also chairs in various locations (at least upstairs). Some sections also have better magazines (for example, the cookbook section has a selection of "Gourmet" magazines). This is a great place for a bibliophile to get lost for a few hours. I intend to do just that next time I'm here.

This bookstore is the quintessential quaint little New England book shop. From the moment when you…read morewalk in, you feel nestled in the arms of a trillion glorious volumes...on shelves, in stacks, and in bins...from the floor to the ceiling. The aroma of old print seduces you to the back of the store, where you are greeted by well-worn chairs surrounded by stacks of volumes just begging you to peer inside. So complete is the enchantment of this shop that you are removed from time and space until all that is left is you, the sacred words and bindings, and a feeling of comfort and contentment. Moreover, the woman and her young son who run it are delightful, cheerful, and helpful. Her son and my young daughter wandered the stacks together, engrossed in conversations about their pacifiers, dolls, and other things that those who do not speak their toddler language cannot hope to understand. For anyone who loves books, new or old, on any topic, and who loves the quiet peace that haunts every nook and cranny of Vermont, this bookstore is a must-visit. Wander in, run your hands down the rows of worn bindings, sit and dive into the pages, and purchase a few unforgettable editions for your home library. You won't be disappointed! I, for one, will be returning often to enjoy the ambiance and to explore the multitudinous titles.

This bookstore is a hidden gem that everyone should frequent. I first wandered in, bored on a…read moreSaturday and ended up spending three and a half hours inside browsing. It has an insane collection of modern, out-of-print, and rare books. I bought 7 books on my first time through spending less than $30. I've been back time and time again. ADDITIONALLY, if you need help finding a rare or out-of-print book, the owner was amazing in contacting the Vermont Antiquarian bookseller network and tracking down the book I needed extremely quickly. This shop is one of my favorite parts of Middlebury.

Awesome stop! Something for everyone. It was a one of a kind experience I'll remember forever. Look…read moreforward to coming back

The most pastoral used book store I've ever visited. It's located on an historical farmstead on a…read moregravel road. Most of the books are housed in the former chicken house, with a few more across the yard in an outbuilding. Large selection of books on crafts, history, and local places. Prices seem fair.

Eclectic selection, (or, is that selectic ecletion?)- just kidding..All sorts of literary…read moretreasures-I love the smell of old books! Harry Saul, the proprietor of Pleasant Street Books is a font of knowledge, very qualified to help you and just a heck of a nice guy. He is also a fine Jazz pianist and augments the book shop experience with regular concerts! A cool stop on your happy journey- Happy Trails, Woody C. RI

One of the best used bookstores in New England. I popped in last week and was overwhelmed with the…read morequality of the books, fair prices, as well as the owner's knowledge. Both friendly and highly intelligent, Sonny (proprietor) was welcoming from the moment I walked in and answered any questions I had. There are not many bookshops like Pleasant Street Books left in New England. If you love books and /or the spirit of supporting a local business, stop in the store if you are the area. For bibliophiles, Pleasant Street Books is a must see.

Excellent prices and selection. Not as many science and math, but plenty in other areas of…read moreinterest. Knowledgeable and helpful staff pointed us in the right direction.

I drove by here early in the day. I was heading North and knew Id be passing back by on my way…read moreback South. When I passed by in the morning it wasn't open, but even then there were books outside just calling out to be perused. So upon my return, some 7 hours later, I stopped in. Easy parking out front. It's huge. Books for days. These are used books, and many are in great shape, and priced accordingly. This isn't the cheapest used bookstore I've come across, but I think it's the most extensive. I wasn't looking for anything specific so didn't ask for anything. But I spent time in the cookbook and travel book sections. Huge. So many to choose from. Many decades of choices, including recent, especially important in the travel book section. I found the pricing a little higher than I expected, but I picked up some books anyway. Used bookstores keep books relevant and out of landfills both. Gotta love that.

One of my all-time favorite bookstores!…read more As you're walking along the street, you may notice a sandwich board with a pointer finger directing you upstairs in a building in downtown Bennington. This is your best indicator that they're open. Otherwise you might not notice this hidden gem because it's upstairs in an office building. But as soon as you make it through the door, you won't regret having come! It's clear to see that these guys have a good time with their shop. There are labels for sections and parts of the store that could only grow out of fondness, like "The Cave" for the small little room that sits next to the check-out desk, where the psychology and sci-fi books are housed. Love the combo. Or "The Treasure Chest" for overflow books, so varied and ever changing, that you never know what you might find. They have an ever-changing new arrivals section, displaying some of the more popular current novels, which is a great place to look for recommendations. They also have a great children's section, with old readers from quite a while back. Their foreign language section is pretty limited, but that's the case with most bookstores. There were some beautiful old books in German last time I was there. They have a great new england and Vermont section, though I can't admit to having browsed it very thoroughly. Amazingly, they also order books for you if they don't have something. A very kind service. It's worth a visit to this wonderful used bookstore. It's surprisingly large, and full of a huge variety of books.

Stopped here on my way home from Manchester to CT and the door was locked although by the hours…read moreposted on the website they we're suppose to open. Called the phone number and got a non-descript answering machine. Too bad, was looking forward to making some new discoveries. Not sure when I'll be back in the area, but based on what the previous reviewer had to say, I image this one star review will be revised to a 4 or 5 star.

This was an amazing find of a place to explore, and I think is a must visit if you find it! As you…read morecould tell from its name they have used books which is a large portion of the inventory but don't worry if you aren't a book lover they have plenty. Vintage vinyls in large numbers, vintage clothing, and plenty of other oddities to excite you or even make you wonder. There is a main building where you'll find some books, most of the vinyls and lots of other items. Out back, which by the way does have a couple parking spots also has the yurt which is where you will find the majority of the books. It's a very impressive collection and has a good variety of genres and while a lot are vintage I did stumble upon some more commonly know titles such as Harry Potter and a Hunger Games book. If you only explore the main building and skip the yurt you certainly miss out! The owner was extremely friendly and you could tell this is a passion of his to share his collection for others to find and collect! Also for the most part I really thought prices were reasonable, with many of the books in the yurt looking like they were $3-$4 roughly. My wife and I almost decided to purchase an awesome looking lamp that featured a barrel as the base. We did up just browsing though but enjoyed our time here very much! Worth visiting for sure!

So many books! And vinyl! And movie posters! And used clothing! And decor items! And even some…read moreelectronics! Definitely check out the large yurt in the back for more. Yes, I found two Star Trek books to take along and very nearly bought a shirt that I did not need. Prices were great and the dude working (owner? manager?) was super friendly. [Review 18451 overall - 51 in Vermont - 1973 of 2022.]

Still a great place to stop...we visit a couple of times a year. However some of the genres are…read moregetting a little picked over with very few new additions.

What a great store! Full of a fantastic variety of books all at great prices. You never know what…read moreyou'll find. Friendly staff who are willing to make recommendations or just let you browse. Reduce, reuse and buy used books!

I loved this shop! It's small but mighty. And the children's section is a whole other store down…read morethe hall. The owner is lovely. We had a great conversation about the important role of mediocre books! Like, Chain Gang Allstars is a 5 tier read but could I just read CGAS forever? No, ma'am. . Native, queer, woman owned. Go get it.

Absolutely fantastic gem of a bookstore! Great selection, nice people. I feel like I discovered a…read moresecret that I want to tell booklovers about!