Great store! Found all kinds of very cool, fun gifts here. I was in town visiting and needed a few…read morelocal presents to bring back with me. You'll find items for kids, educational toys and games, garden accessories, fun jewelry pieces, and lots and lots of local/locally made things! I will be back in here on my next visit to see what's new!!

Visited Sea Meadow Gifts on a recommendation from a friend. I was looking for a gift for someone…read morewho had lost their mother. The gifts ranged from garden stones and statuary to unique children's books and toys, native honey, chocolates, interesting soaps and so much more. I even enjoyed the drive there. The owner was very helpful and I will be back.

This cute shop has a little bit of fun for everyone. The owner uses every inch of her space and…read moredecorated it perfectly. I found a yummy fall flavor candle (only $2) and some sweet smelling perfume. Great gift shop I'll be back!

This is a warm and welcoming environment Many unique items and the team is a positive friendly…read morecrew.

Fantastic shop!!! Beautiful, unique and interesting…read moretreasures. Dreamy rugs, amazing art work and all kinds of cool jewelry and vintage pieces. I will be back!

Wonderful spot on the North Shore to go Apple picking! Great…read moreapple selection and staff were super helpful about what varieties were still well stocked, what apples are best for baking, flavor profiles, and more. To get to the orchard for apple picking, you can either take a hay ride (for a fee of a few dollars) or walk (roughly 10 minute walk on well marked trail). Don't skip the Apple cider donuts! There is a food trailer outside where you can get them made fresh! Inside the farm store, you can get locally sourced items, baked goods, wine flights, and ice cream! There is a seating area connected to the farm store or you can grab a picnic table or bench on the lawn.

Childhood, nostalgia, a place to unplug, and to support local…read more Russell Orchards is amazing. Offering fresh produce, pies, and other pastries. It also has a wine bar and a section to buy knick-knacks, tshirts and hoodies. I would say it's most known for their apple picking but they offer other picking options depending on the season. I went here yesterday and it's not quite apple picking season, but you could pick your own flowers or berries. It's also so fun coming here in the fall when they have a whole pumpkin patch of available pumpkins out on display. So pretty. I love walking around the country store. I grew up with my family coming here just about every summer or fall, and we still make a visit at least once a year. Not much has changed because it doesn't need to.

Family owned florist and greenhouse. A hundred years old in Ipswich. Artist worthy bouquets,…read morehealthy house plants, and wonderful gift ideas. In the spring, summer and fall, Gordon's is filled with seasonal perennials, annuals, and larger plants. It's the first place I go looking for any garden or home plants.

Specifically asked them not to speak with my friend in mourning about an order issue and they did.read more

For a great value, I recommend the Wednesday night "Burgers and Bordeaux," which offers a good…read moreglass on wine and a choice of burgers for $25, prix fixe. This has got to be one of the best deals on the North Shore, and the burgers vary in toppings and include vegetarian offerings. The service is impeccable and they have created a "fine dining" atmosphere. I have only gone for the burgers recently but the other offerings and the drink selections from the bar look amazing.

Easter brunch was amazing! The wide selection of dishes, each one equally delicious! The desserts…read moreoffered were wonderful with a surprisingly large variety. Everyone in our party from 14 to 81 was absolutely delighted.

As far as gift or novelty shops are concerned, this place misses the mark a bit. It doesn't seem to…read morehave its own identity figured out, if that makes sense. Yes, it is a small space but it is pretty jam-packed with merchandise and lacks a general sense of cohesion...or at the very least, feng shui. For example...lingerie outfits hanging randomly above the doorway and window? Y'know, right by the silk pashminas and whatnot. Not what I'd expect from a gift store in Ipswich. Gift items span the continents - some Asian, South American, and even local designs from artists. Some of the items are ridiculously overpriced (i.e., little woven trinkets from Turkey - where I used to live - marked up astronomically). Yes, there are some neat finds to be had at Foreign Affairs, but I doubt I'd return.

The lady that runs the shop was great lots of different stuff I was able to by nicknacks for my…read moreoffice and got my wife a gift