Six of us (aged 24 to 77) went for lunch at the tavern on a Thursday and had a delicious lunch and…read moreenjoyed an interesting presentation by the weavers guild on the second floor. There is a nice gift shop that benefits the historic hotel/tavern. The food at lunch was a limited menu but the black bean soup and freshly made bread was fabulous and others in our group enjoyed the quiche. If you like historic places I definitely recommend this place.

This place is a hidden gem. The cafe and gift shop are combined in one large, multi-room space on…read morethe first floor. The shop features household items, decor, quilts, knitted and woven items, made by local Virginian artisans. There are a few studios in the back where artists-in-residence can be found working on their crafts, and classes available (there was a beading class in session the day I was there.) The clerk was a volunteer, as I think is all the staff, and she was super nice and gave me lots of information about the shop and artists. I bought an adorable knit jellyfish ornament (pictured) even though I was originally planning on just looking. Then I went through to the cafe, also manned by volunteers, these from the culinary guild. They had soups, a salad option, a sandwich option, and some baked goods, mostly already prepared. I got the autumn chopped salad with spring mix, apples, avocado, bacon and a cheddar cheese dressing. It came with a choice of fresh baked bread and I picked a molasses cornbread variety that was AMAZING. The sandwich option, which I did not get, is also worth mentioning because it was a grilled cheese with BACON AND JAM and sounded incredible. My salad was delicious though and I needed some greens in me. The volunteers were all so nice and helpful. I love this place!

I love this charming gift shop! Always something new and the perfect place to find that special…read moregift!

We discovered this cute shop on our way to the Northern Neck, and have returned many times…read more Beautiful seasonal displays, unique gifts and home decor, plus the staff is so friendly. Definitely worth a special trip!

Hon, y'all need to find your way to this little shop full of Maryland clothes, crafts, candies,…read morecandles, and home accents! What a terrific historic building reused in a creative and entertaining way. There is art, small furniture, new and repurposed decor, and unique tchotchkes to bring to your own cozy home or gift to someone else's. Worth the jaunt across the bridges from wherever you are. Pairs well with the sister antique building across the street, with rustic and whimsical art, antiques, and collectibles. A terrific find!

The old country store is a wonderful place to find the artwork of local artists as well as antiques…read moreand collectibles. Located near the heart of Great Mills Maryland it's only about 45 minutes from DC. It features the art of renowned local talent like Mary Lou Troutman as well as Donnie Poe who was a master of making signs with reclaimed wood. The staff are all knowledgeable and friendly and prices are reasonable. If you're interested in local realistic art, which is typified by nautical scenes and life on the Chesapeake, you will be pleased with the store.

Mostly a gift shop with Yetis, beach decor, river themed gifts, clothes, etc. The only "antiques"…read moreI saw were a few cabinets, pie safes, and tables. If you're looking for antiques and this place pops up, keep moving. But if you're into ducks, bright frames and mirrors, candles, and the like, this is the spot!

i wish i could have something nice to say about Colonial Collectibles but i don't. The employees…read moreare extremely disrespectful and their service is not okay. Unfortunately i met the owner of Colonial Collectibles and she is an extremely rude person! This small business is very unprofessional/incompetent. Colonial Collectibles also over prices EVERYTHING, for example i saw a few Kendra Scott rings priced at $80.00 when Kendra Scott sells the same exact rings for a cheaper price. The experience i had here was terrible and it's a place i will not be shopping at again.

I hit the jackpot! This gift shop/home goods store has everything!! The sales are off the chain!…read more All my purchases were 30%~60% off. My shopping bag was filled with pillows, flags, jewelry, cups, greeting cards, purses, and novelties. I scored big time! The sales people were so cordial, I was in search for mermaid items and they helped me find a bunch! Very well organized by section. Lots of sports paraphernalia. And they even have a freebie tree if you spend over $25! This is best gift shop around and worth the trip! If you're ever in Montross, don't miss it!!

From the owner: Carrot Cottage Inc is a locally own and operated gift ship located in the Montross area. We are a…read more5000 square feet of great shopping fun! We have Jim Shore, CROCS,Monogram items,Tervis Tumblers, Willow Tree, Maggie B,Switch Flops, Bauble Lulu beads, and much much more!

This has to be one of the weirdest stores I've ever seen, but for a suitable souvenir of our…read moreSouthern Maryland trip, it sure fit the bill. There are three signs out front: "Harmon House Shoppes"; "Grandmother's Store"; and "Inner Equinox". I don't know what you might gather from three signs, but as I walked up the steps of the old house in which this shop is located I figured Harmon House Shoppes was a collective, and that Grandmother's Store and Inner Equinox were both inside. I was right, but these shops aren't separate. All the merch is together. This means that the chowder mugs, "Feeling Crabby" travel cups, crystal fan pulls, salt water taffy, and plush monkeys captured by "Grandmother's Store" are shelved right alongside the jasmine massage oils, meditation CDs, tarot cards, evil eye bracelets, and incense sticks captured by "Inner Equinox". This also means I was able to pick up a cheesy Chesapeake Bay snowglobe and delicate blown glass Christmas ornament because I like to collect both on trips, and husband was able to pick up a white sage smudge stick because he likes to burn things.

I almost passed by this little place! Thank goodness for the word "crystals" on the sign, made me…read moreturn right back around to check it out. There's a little bit of everything inside. Think of it as a new age metaphysical shop crossed with a quaint gift shop and you've got the Harmon House. The woman at the front desk, I did not get her name, is so sweet! She let us know about all of the classes and services they offer in addition to all of their neat gifts. Some of the things she mentioned were massages, reiki, and readings. I left with a gorgeous abalone shell ($11.99, such a steal!), a handmade magnet to remember my trip, and a few tumble stones. I couldn't be happier!

Jane is knowledgeable and engaging about her inventory. In addition to antique furniture, she…read morecarries some locally made (shelf-stable) food products and art works. This would be a great place to do your holiday shopping!

This is a great little shop with interesting items and prices that don't hurt. The lady who runs…read moreit is a real dear. I can't believe someone posted a one star review because they weren't open. Maybe there was a death in the family or the owner was sick.

I did not expect to come upon this place on my way to Rehobeth Beach (20 mins. away) , but after I…read morepassed it on the road I had to make a U-turn and I'm glad I did. This quaint little farmhouse has been converted into a quaint country gift shop full of interesting and varied local art which, according to the owners, regularly gets updated (monthly?). Anyway, it's definitely worth a visit since it's quite unique!

Love this place! Lots of goodies in a cool old farmhouse! A mix of antiques, gifts, repurposed…read morefurnishings and more!

We happened upon this mid-sized shop on our way to some farms. Once inside, we were surprised at…read morethe space and it was filled with unique and charming items for all ages. The owner and operator was most inviting and helpful. I only spent about 30 minutes inside but observed so many items that were inviting and worthy of another trip. I was able to purchase some items for upcoming events and admired several others. The shop even has sensory toys for children that could benefit from sensory toys. The shop has a set of handcrafted items by young artist as well as teas by an organization called Skirted Soldier - which is a female Veteran Owned company. I cannot wait to try the Cold Weather Gear tea (gingerbread house black tea). This bag of loose tea includes tea bags. Nice touch! I enjoy shopping and supporting local and/or small businesses. I am looking forward to my next visit.

My fam and I visited some family up in Southern MD over the holidays and my SIL brought me to…read moreKeepin' It Local. I'm sure the locals know about the place but they don't seem to be sharing it on Yelp (maybe trying to keep it for themselves) LOL. This house contains quite an extensive collection of things from food items, vintage to handmade goods. It's like as if Etsy did a pop-up here. On the ground level, you can find local ice cream, meats from a local farm and other homemade goods like jams and sauces. Browsing in there makes it fun too as the items are displayed in the different rooms throughout. Every corner you turn there is something new! I saw some really beautiful items, some funny ones too. Great mix of stuff! You'll definitely find a one-of-a-kind item at this shop! Stay safe, Friends!