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Shops
Beach Grass gift shop, 28 Dock Square, Kennebunkport, on the Port Walk behind the pharmacy, 967-0493. This is where summer never ends! This shop inspired by the sea offers unique beach decor, tons of seashells and all kinds of fun stuff. Voted one of the best gift shops in York County. www.beachgrassshop.com
Best of Everything, 9 Western Ave, Kennebunk Lower Village, on the waterfront, just across the bridge from Dock Square, 207-967-8771. America's acclaimed specialty boutique with shops in Naples and Bonita Springs, Florida, as well as southern Maine. Known for its huge selection of women's jewelry and accessories at very modest prices – sterling silver, fashion jewelry, shell jewelry, accessories and gifts. Come find out why our customers keep coming back. www.bestofeverythingkennebunkport.com
Butterflyfish, The Most Beautiful Species of Gifts. 30 Dock Square, on the Port Walk, behind the pharmacy, 604-8537. Bringing garden, coast and home together, naturally, Butterflyfish offers hand-made home decor and garden-inspired gifts, along with coastal-themed products. Newest items: bags for beach, business or fun.
Dannah, 123 Ocean Avenue, at the Breakwater Shops, 207-967-8640. An extraordinary selection of fanciful and fabulous fashion accessories – scarves, hand bags, hats and jewels – all playful, necessary and very reasonably priced. Exceptional gifts and home accents, too! Open seven days. www.dannahkennebunkport.com
Flaherty Imports, Dock Square, Kennebunkport, 967-5443, 800-344-9669. Handknit sweaters and accessories from around the world: Portugal, Ecuador, Peru, Nepal, Ireland, Canada and U.S.A. Fabulous colors and styles in wool, cotton, alpaca, blends including our signature fisherman cable sweater. Cool natural cotton clothing, Irish capes, hats and adorable knits for infants and toddlers. “A must-visit shop!”
Goose Rocks Beach Gift Shop, upstairs at the General Store, Dyke Road, Goose Rocks Beach, Kennebunkport, 207-967-2802. Featuring wonderful items to make summer in Maine "the way it should be." Cottage decor, summer t-shirts, beach toys, books, hostess gifts, treats and treasures for every taste. Fun, fresh and fabulous! Open Memorial Day weekend to Columbus Day.
Renee's Cat House, 21 South Street (off route 1), Wells. 207-646-2390 or (cell) 401-480-2442. Boutique. Clothing, gifts, household, collectibles, antiques, catnip, cat pads and much more. Browse, visit, bring your kitty's picture along. Open daily.
Tully’s Beer & Wine, in the Hannaford Plaza, Rte. 1, Wells, 207-641-8622. Offering the largest selection of beer available in three states, over 1000 labels of wine, four humidors full of premium hand-rolled cigars and a knowledgible staff. The “coolest” store in Wells. Open 7 days, May 1 to September 1. www.tullysbeerandwine.com
Smiles, 13 Western Avenue, ground floor, Kennebunk Lower Village, 267-346-4724.
The ‘Port's most fun and unusual store offers a little bit of everything – handmade soaps and lotions, candles, Maine-made items, fun gifts and a great selection of antiques and collectibles, including toys, vintage Barbie, Orientalia, Japanese collectibles, vintage jewelry and militaria from the US and Europe. Come see why everyone leaves with a smile! www.smilesgifts.com
Woods to Goods, 891 Rte. 1, York, 363-6001. Quality handcrafted wood furniture, ship models, home accessories and gifts made by Maine prison inmates, and Prison Blues clothing (t-shirts, sweatshirts and more) made by inmates in Oregon. Large assortment of birdhouses and feeders, toys, scrimshaw, jewelry and more. Open year-round (7 days May to Oct.) 10 AM to 5 PM. www.woodstogoods.com
Antiques
Bo-Mar Hall Antiques and Collectibles, Route 1, less than 1/2 mile north of Wells corner, 646-4116. We have everything from A to Z. Whether you’re a serious collector or just browsing, our shop offers bargains and surprises galore. We’ve been in business for more than 30 years and have 130 dealers from throughout the east coast region. Open daily 10 AM to 4:45 PM. www.bomarhall.com
Cattail Farm Antiques and Liberty Mill Framing Gallery, 1784 Post Road (Route 1), Wells, 646-1499. Over 7000 square feet of antiques and collectibles, artfully displayed in a restored 3-storey 1800s apple barn. Something for everyone, primitive to mid-century modern, along with decorator pieces. Open 7 days a week May through December, closed Wednesdays in winter. www.cattailfarmantiques.com
Provence Cottage Antiques Shop, 752 Post Road (Route 1), Wells, just south of the Route 9 intersection, 207-337-3231. The place where designers shop for fine furniture, porcelain and architectural items. Visit The Vintage Cottage for antique clothing and textiles and The Garden Shed, both located behind the main shop. www.provencecottageantiques.com
Rainbow Rhino, Rte. 109, Wells, just east of the Maine Turnpike, 641-2270.
Consider the Rhino "dessert" after a day at the beach or sightseeing. Scheduled summer hours are daily after 5:30 PM until sundown. Fall hours, 5:30 to 8 PM. The Rhino is open whenever the flag is out. We have pottery, glass, treen and burlware, some ephemera, Wizard of Oz, paintings, prints, some stamps and coins. Coins by appointment only.
Reed’s Antiques, Route 1, Wells (exit 19 on I-95), 646-8010. Reed’s is a customer-friendly store with merchandise ranging from Meissen to Mickey Mouse, Sèvres to Star Wars, neolithic artifacts to Nouveau art. Thousands of satisfied customers have made Reed’s their must-stop shop. When a Maine native says, “This is the best shop in New England,” we must be doing something right! www.reedsantiques.com
The Gray's Antiques, 32 Post Rd. (Rte.1 Wells), 646-8938. Two floors in the shop and adjoing barn filled with country, Empire and Victorian furniture with a variety of mirrors, lamps, brass, copper and iron accessories. Also a large selection of dog-related treasures. Open daily 10 AM-5 PM. Closed Tues.
Wells General Store, 2023 Post Road (Route 1), Wells, 207-646-5553.
Set in a 200-year-old barn with two floors of quality antiques and collectibles, we have furniture, music boxes, glass, porcelain, quilts, tea and cocoa sets, sterling and silver plate, Coke items, 1950s collectibles and auto memorabilia. Open daily 10 AM to 5 PM. Closed Wednesdays.
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