Ironically, even with having 2 young grandchildren, I don't usually have the occasion to enter a…read moretoy store. I typically make online purchases, but with ONCE UPON A TIME TOYS, how could I avoid it? I love the store name, and it was right there in front of me in quaint, charming Stowe, VT, so I went in. There were a great many unique toys, games and children's gift ideas at this store, but it was overwhelming to me. The sales associate was very friendly, so I asked her what she'd recommend for a 1 year old girl and something "Spiderman" for my 4 year old grandson. She immediately presented me with a cloth doll, and a little boat with Spiderman in it that when wound up in water (like in a bathtub), it would zoom across the water. I took them both !! My granddaughter was interested for a few minutes and moved on to something else because she's only 1. I'm quite certain the little doll will have greater appeal to her as she gets older. My grandson was soooooooo taken with his Spiderman boat that he broke it before getting to test it out in the actual water. He's 4, and listening to directions is not part of his skill set yet, lol. Regardless, if we're ever back up in Stowe, VT, I'm sure we'd return to this store to see what else we could find for my grandchildren !! Great little store with lots of unique toys for kids !!

The owners were so sweet and engaging my children loved talking and playing with her as she showed…read morethem some of the options. They have a wonderful selection of different toys!

Toys, toys and more toys. These types of toy stores are far and few in between. These places are…read moremore fun than visiting a big box store with a toy department. The staff is generally more friendlier and knowledgeable. What a great time looking at all of the options. My grandson loves these places.

It's so nice to have a toy store in town. They carry a lot of products and staff is helpful. Thank…read moreyou!

We're visiting from Delaware and happened to stumble into this absolute gem of a toy store--what a…read moretreat! Little Village Toy & Book Shop is packed with nostalgic charm. They had so many classic toys we remember from our own childhoods, plus an incredible selection of stuffed animals, games, and books for all ages. The staff was genuinely the kindest--so friendly and welcoming, they made us feel right at home. And the real star of the show? Luna, the shop dog. She's the sweetest, fuzziest little mascot, and we could've sat on the floor petting her all day (honestly, we almost did). If you're in town, don't skip this spot. Whether you're shopping for a gift, looking for a blast from the past, or just want to say hi to Luna, it's 100% worth the stop!

Little Village Toy & Book shop is everything that was good about the days of physical book & toy…read morestores. The staff are knowledgeable and helpful. They offer a combination of nationally popular titles and local interest. They had a friendly dog. I hope they thrive for many years to come. We buy something every time we visit.

Alright, so I'll be the first to admit I'm a big proponent of hand me down clothing with little…read morechildren so maybe I had no business being here to begin with Occasionally, I'm a sucker for a hard to find piece or accessory (fun hats, etc) so curiosity drew me in ?along with their fun signage). If you appreciate (and are willing to spend $$) fun, retro, etc. kids fashion, then this spot is for you. We found several fun pieces with prints ranging from gold and tennis to artsy farm animals. Many of the clothing items were priced in the $50-$100+ ballpark. Ultimately, the clearance section in the back and toys selection were of most interest as we perused for a gift for our niece. They offer serval thoughtful items that would make good gifts- Lego design sets, piggy banks, etc. The shop is well organized and clean.

My package (1-pair of overpriced leggings) was lost by USPS in late November of 2025. I gave it the…read moreallotted amount of time to see if the parcel would turn up on either end while working with the post office to try and track it down. After some time I decided to reach out to the manager Marie Kelly who was unwilling to even offer me a partial refund or reshipment. I've been in sales for over 30 years, and I would never treat a customer this way, for any reason ever. I follow a strict policy of treat you customers the same way you'd want to be treated; especially if it means only losing the retail mark-up cost of an item. But, I guess they don't hold ethics in very high esteem. Apparently, the customer isn't always right with yellow-turtle. Order online with this merchant at your own risk.

DO NOT MISS THIS PLACE UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES. A truly enchanting shop for EVERYONE. I almost kept…read morewalking - I didn't need any Christmas decor, but I had some extra time & decided, 'what the heck? '. It was an absolutely delightful experience that bordered on Magical (& I'm not that kind of person). Don't breeze in & out; take a few minutes to chat with the sisters - they are spectacular.

This shop was the highlight of my recent trip to the area for a wedding. The sweetest women running…read morethe shop and beautiful artwork to pick from. There is something so special about buying a piece of art when you get to meet the artist. This wasn't just a store but an experience for me and I am so glad we found them! You don't want to miss out, definitely visit!

I have been a toy manufacturer and retailer since the 1970s (retired now), and an expert in play…read morebehavior and psychology and toy safety. As far as I know, Turnertoys is the only truly full line toy store in Vermont. They have a full range of selections from the mass-market popular toys (Legos, Playmobil, Thomas trains) to the latest ingenious specialty toys, brainteasers, and board games. They even have a fairly full line of old-fashion hobby supply, including model kits (including the original Guillow balsa airplane models), balsa wood, tools, glue, CO2 rockets, too much to mention. The store is large enough to allow a neat, orderly layout, so it is easy to see what they have. It really helps that Peter, the owner, and his staff are experts on everything they sell, and can answer questions intelligently. There is even room for a large activities room, where the store hosts play events for kids every week. The kids can try new toys, improve their art skills, and just have group fun. It reminds me of a miniature FAO Schwarz, staffed by the owner and his friends and family. Definitely worth a trip to Essex.

I was a little late ordering a birthday present for my nephew (bad auntie!) and didn't have time to…read morepurchase, wrap, and mail a present to him in Vermont from where I live. I ordered online from Turner Toys and added a note asking if they might be able to giftwrap the toys, not even knowing if they offered giftwrapping on shipping orders. Not only did they wrap the gifts, but they did such a beautiful job and even sent me a photo! Thank you so much, Turner Toys! I'll definitely be back for future gifts :)

Friendly,kind and welcoming. I love this place. On my first…read morevisit I bought the advent calendar and outfit. I then placed an order for another Little house outfit and the school desk. I just placed an order for the Nellie doll and school supplies for the desk. I am excited to receive my order. I highly recommend The Queens Treasures

I can not express how disappointed I am with the lack of customer service and quality with The…read moreQueen's Treasures Laura Ingalls Wilder doll. She was purchased 18 months ago, her BLUE her eyes have turned purple. I called the shop and spoke to Jessica. Explained my situation and concerns. While doing so I could hear the owner screaming overtop of her about color is perception. I said ok, let me send you some photos next to Mary. We have the ENTIRE collection, purchased directly from them. This was my response via email. "I showed these pictures to the owner of the company. She is aware that there are customers who think the eyes look purple. The company did a lot of research regarding color perception and found that some people are seeing blue, and some see purple. It's all a matter of personal perception." So I called back and stated that this was unacceptable. And the owner again was screaming over poor Jessica. This will be our last purchase @thequeenstreasures.

This is the most unorganized business I've ever been in. The owner doesn't even know what he has…read more The experience there was disappointing at best. Dirty, poor service , and extremely unorganized.

It has a great selection of back issues with a lovely variety between new releases, action figures…read moreand collections of older comic runs. Although the store is small and can be at times cramped the owners amiable attitude and helpfulness out-ways the con. This is so far my favorite comic book store in Vermont and I make it a point to visit it as often as I can.

This is a huge bookstore, with front side of it mainly has gift items and accessories. Middle and…read moreback side of the store have all kinds of books, including children's books, greeting cards, toys and board games. Each book section was clearly marked with its category. The store is very clean and tidy. There were plenty of staff in the store keeping things in place, helping customers with questions and also do the checkouts. We bought some greeting cards, stickers and a kid's story book from the store. Prices were decent for all the items. The checkout process was quick and easy.

Cute local bookstore in Burlington downtown. In the front is regular book sections. Mid and back…read moresections are mostly kids, stationary, toys and cards. The staff were very friendly. I asked some questions regarding a certain merchandise but they didn't have. Readable pricing at the area. They do have state tax and city tax. I got a fun birthday card from the store. Great design!