Sturbridge Antique Shops

Pretty awesome. I do agree with the other reviews about prices being high, but it’s old old stuff that should be expensive. The staff was very nice, but they are always trying to take your items to the front. If I’m trying to compare prices in booths I would like my items.
We went around 2 pm on a Saturday and it was fairly busy. Good for the store! Bad for shoppers to get a good look without someone else breathing on you.
It’s worth a look when you are in the area! I know we will be back

I have been a regular customer of this group shop for many years.
I have spent a boat load of money in this shop.
The prices charged here are, in my opinion, usually higher than market value but fair prices are sometimes found.
Today I was only able to find one item for $ 9.00.
My credit card was refused because the store has a ridiculous minimum purchase requirement on credit card sales.
They have lost a long time customer.
I will never return.

This place is huge! It has two different floors of all different vender booths. They have everything, furniture, clothing, smalls, photos, china, grandfather clock, postcards and so much more. You can spend a day here just looking around. The prices I am pretty sure are picked by the different venders, so some have better deals than others. They are antiques and you will pay for it, but lets be real its an antique shop not an estate sale.

I did not buy anything here, but was compelled to write a review based upon the level of detail this place has in regards to antiques. This place is the real deal, and they have a lot to choose from. Just be prepared to bring your life savings with you. That is not to say that there are no inexpensive trinkets here, but this is a more «serious» antique shop with half of it’s stuff showcased behind museum glass. I guess you get what you pay for. LOL

This group shop is definitely worth the drive from Boston — it’s just about an hour down the Pike and with other nearby shops you can make a day of it.
The shop is huge — spread out over two floors. Over the years the quality of so many antiques shops has really suffered but that’s not the case at Sturbridge Antique Shops. It’s packed with good quality dealers offering wares from a variety of periods and styles without much if any junk and no booths filled with reproductions or used video tapes as you find at far too many formerly decent shops. Furniture, smalls, china, books, textiles, etc, etc — the merchandise is varied enough that most collectors will find things to their liking. Displays are attractive and the shop is a pleasure to meander through. The staff won’t bother you but will happily bring your purchases to the counter while you continue to shop and are more than willing to help or answer questions.
I read comments in other reviews about high prices. Truthfully that’s never been my impression of this shop. It’s not flea market prices but prices aren’t exorbitant relative to other shops. You can spend a few dollars or a few hundred depending on what you’re looking for.
As with most group shops an educated buyer just might find a bargain or two — that’s the beauty of a group shop — nobody knows everything about all types of antiques. Cruise the aisles regularly and eventually you’ll find a treasure whose seller didn’t recognize what it was or what it was worth.
One thing I truly enjoy about this shop is how many open booths there are instead of rows upon rows of locked cases. I understand why so many shops have switched to cases since shoplifters are a terrible problem but booths simply aren’t that much fun. I want to see antiques up close — to pick them up and examine them without the hassle of getting someone to unlock the case and show me the one item I’ve decided is worth the trouble. I imagine there’s good security at the shop and the shop is well staffed but happily they’re not intrusive and you don’t get the feeling, like you do at some shops, that every customer is veiwed as a potential thief.
If you’re in the area don’t miss a visit to Sturbridge Antique Shops!

This shop is a great size to spend some time looking around. Two floors, lots to look at. The people working there that I talked with were helpful and seemed nice. There are all types of antiques and a range of different styles. Worth checking out!

This place is great! Lots to look at and dream about. However, if you are like me looking for a deal on something, this place will not work for you. All the dealers know what they have and things are priced very high. I like to go on the hunt and find something fantastic and find out later its worth a lot. Lately I found some Castleton China dirt cheap elsewhere and later found out the pattern was very rare. Here, they KNOW things are rare/​desirable/​collectable — so no bargains here. However, if you are looking for something particular and have no problem paying retail, you will be fine. One section of the store had antique and vintage clothing. Fur stoles, victorian velvet jackets etc. It was fun to think about the people who wore these things and cherished them.

I made a purchase today regarding costume jewelry. When I paid for my items; all were packed in placed in bags. Out of the ten pieces; one was missing and I had only an empty bag with a price tag. I called the store reminding them when I was there and what I had purchased. The response wasn’t in my favor. Really, would I take the time to make the call for such a small amount of money if I had the item? I’ve shopped there many times before I became a dealer and many more times as a dealer. Moving forward, I will always check my purchases before they are wrapped and placed in bags. Not pleased the way this issued was handled.

Really low end stuff at really high prices. Low end flea market quality. The management and the owner are miserable and nasty to deal with. Drive on and shop elsewhere.

My family often stops here on our trips up to NH for the holidays. It’s a good diversion, a fun place to look around, and thank baby Jesus they have a bathroom (a godsend for long car trip sufferers). One of us always manages to find something to buy here however, which takes the guilt off from mooching bathroom privileges.
The staff is very kind and helpful. They stay out of your way when you’re browsing, but they’re ready with information if needed, and they can put things aside for you as you look around.
Their selection is not only huge, but always changing. There are 4 large showrooms — two on the main floor and two downstairs. Each is divided into sections/​cubbies by seller. There’s no rhyme or reason to the organization past that, so you’ll stumble over random jewelry, toys, paintings, and knick knacks everywhere. I’ve seen the weirdest stuff in random corners (see photos), which is what’s so much fun. You may know your way around the place, but it’s a treasure hunt every time.