This is definitely our favorite thrift shop in the state of Michigan!…read more It got 10 times better when they moved to their new location which gives them so much more room (though they could still easily fill an even bigger space!) It's been critical for us to clear out things we no longer need (or things that we never needed but were bequeath to us)! And of course we found Treasurer After Treasurer there, From kitchen tools... to blankets...to shoes...to jigsaw puzzles... small furniture items... The prices are beyond reasonable, and it feels good to know the money is going to a great cause. It's just fun to go here and look around, even if you aren't looking for anything in particular, because there's always something that you can't live without! Thank you, Samaritans closet, volunteers, and Leelanau Christian neighbors!

Local gem. Friendly service with a great selection. The value is excellent. Come here for anything…read moreclothing to outdoor furniture.

My mom was looking for a bookcase, and I was just looking. The person who runs this establishment…read moreupdates and paints furniture too. An interesting selection was to be found here, not what we were looking for, but good to have a look around. Large furniture, sets of furniture, individual pieces, bed frames, artwork, kitchen pieces, cookbooks, regular books, knick knacks etc. Fun place to look around on a rainy day.

I can't believe the bad reviews here - this place has pristine, high quality items. I looked on the…read moremens side for me- and be prepared to be sorely tempted. It is rare to see such a wide selection of mens clothes. The women's side is even more extensive but I didn't have time to look. The staff is friendly and the layout is uncrowded. What a great find.

The absolute worst store I have ever been to my entire life. The team there was rude and didn't…read morewant to give any kind of service or talk. They would not look at my items. They were brand new with tags excellent condition. They didn't have time. I hope the owner knows what's going on here. I doubt it though. Good luck.

I'd like to add my voice to the reviewers who like this store- both the store itself and the cause…read moreit supports. This should be at the top of your list for shopping for used items- I think it's especially strong in kitchen ware and linens but really they have everything- and that may just reflect what I've been looking for.

the staff just sat in their chairs, while the young man found a guitar and…read morewatch while the donated people had to haul the items into the store. they ask two of the people who where donating..including me.. what do you have and to separate the items...NO get off your butts and help.. other wise lets all donate to goodwill who is always willing to help. Me done.. goodwill it is.

Once Upon A Time I Enjoyed Shopping Here. It Was Fun To Shop For My Little Treasures. Now~No…read moreBathroom. No Water. Pricing Has Increased Phenomenally And No Returns Are Allowed. The Nonsense About Rounding Your Total Up Because Of The Whole "No Pennies" Is Insane. And When I Paid With The Exact Amount In Cash I Was Informed That They May Stop Accepting Exact Amounts/CASH Payments. (??? It's Just Getting Too Strange For My Liking.)

Have stopped in here to look around a lot as a local whos gone thrifting with their mom their whole…read morelife, filled out a couple punch cards, and have had mixed experiences. Most recently was disappointed in customer service handling. Stopped in to browse and saw an item I was interested in buying. Two other customers were already looking so I browsed the rest of the area while they had their turn even though I could overhear them waffling/talking very negatively and not seeming interested while one tried to convince the other, until they noticed I was also waiting to look and started to "vulture hover" and give dirty looks before finally walking away. (which, that part is nobody at the shops fault, my offense at another customer being rude is my own personal problem, and I tried to let it go even though the negativity flicked a nerve.) I went over, checked the item out myself for a couple minutes, and decided I did want to make the purchase and went up to the front to pay, in that time no employees or the other customers had come back to the item. Apparently the other two had gone up to the counter in that couple minutes (I can't assume what was said) and the clerk told me they already mentioned that they might be thinking about buying it after they browsed more. Someone else had also just paid for a similar item and a second clerk was having a sold sticker put on it, so I mentioned/asked about it because the item I was interested in was NOT sold yet and the others had walked away like they didn't want it. I was trying to clarify because it was a totally different item and I wanted to make sure they didn't think it was the wrong one or have some kind of confusion and instead of trying to hear my side of the story, walked away to go talk to the others who "wanted dibs" instead, and brushed me off figuratively...and literally patted/rubbed my shoulder walking by... I'm sure it was a well meaning gesture, but I am a grown adult and a stranger. You should know better than to touch me. It's not comforting, it's condescending. (Still, I tried to give the benefit of the doubt because of this and made sure to let her know I wasn't saying anything to be cranky about any of it to her, just to clarify. Which, I shouldn't have had to do to begin with if they didn't act like they assumed I was just trying to be a jerk) After everyone's quick back and forth, they refused me the sale for an UNSOLD ITEM because it was being considered.. Last time I checked, "MAYBE Calling dibs" was not a valid excuse to deny someone business, and honestly if it had been handled differently or the other customers had just nicely asked me if I could let them think about it before checking it out myself I truly sincerely would not have cared, I'd have been totally happy to let them think it over. No rude language was used to say it out loud...but I know what I look like, and I know what the other two customers looked like. I won't throw a "discrimination" card down over something this petty cause you shouldn't assume, that's for you to look inside and ask yourself, but you also don't get to decide how your actions make other people feel, and this isn't the first time I've felt uncomfortable here. Clinging to something just because you don't want someone else to have it is greedy. Assuming how or who someone is just by looking at them is judgmental, and enabling someone's judgement makes you just as guilty. Disappointed in them as a business. I don't expect my personal disgruntlement to necessarily make or break someone's choice to shop here, but it definitely makes me sure to never recommend it.

We were in Traverse City for 4th of July with family and wandered in here after admiring the Leland…read moreBlue rings in the window. The salesperson that helped us was super friendly and happy to pull stuff out for us to look out. We got this ring, some stud earrings, and a lovely petoskey stone for a family member and it all ended up under $220. They offer free ring resizing and we just received it in the mail from them. Very pleased with how gorgeous it turned out! They also have Fordite and other interesting Michigan 'stones' as well as other cool things. The craftsmanship is great and we had a great experience.

This store is absolutely amazing. We were walking past shops and in the mood for ice cream, when we…read moresaw this shop. They have loads of unique crystals and rocks. They have really large beautiful pieces as well. Our car is already pretty full and my home is too full right now with no space for large pieces, so I decided to purchase something small. I did take a card to remember to come here in the future when I am looking for larger pieces. The women at the front were very kind. Covid: yes there are open and allow limited people inside. They do require masks too.

My wife and I have gone here for years and we absolutely love the energy and selection of great…read moregems and crystals they offer.

This is a terrific little store in Glen Arbor. I love their collection of stones and crystals,…read morecards, and candles and oils for various purposes. It's bigger than it looks from the outside, and has a lot more to offer than what I've mentioned--you just have to stop in to check it out! The people operating the store are really lovely and helpful. They're also some of the few proprietors who stay open year-round in a town that's mainly oriented toward summer tourists; I appreciate that.

We make a point to visit The Cottage Book Shop every year, and we always find something special to…read moretake home. They have an incredible selection, including tons of gorgeous special edition classics like Jane Eyre, making it so much fun to browse. The store is cozy, welcoming, and full of unique finds. It's become one of our favorite annual stops, and we already can't wait to come back next year!

Loved the conversations about books! Great space, great selection, knowledgeable staff…read more Would recommend to any book lover!