On a chilly weekend in Maine, it can be tempting to stay inside and wish it were already spring. While there’s nothing wrong with staying cozy, we’re here to remind you that cold weather doesn’t have to mean missing out on all that Maine has to offer. One of our favorite things to do on days when it’s too cold for outdoor fun is to hop in the car and go explore a new town in Maine. Even better if that trip involves shopping. Next time, hop in the car and head to the best town in Maine for antique shopping!
Wells is so much more than just a summer beach town!
beggyberry / Flickr Enjoy a day at the beach in the summer, but be sure to take some time to enjoy the shopping that’s on offer as well. Or, of course, go for a winter’s drive to Wells to pick up what all the tourists are missing!
- The Farm Antiques
Google Maps Around since 1967, The Farm Antiques focuses on English period furniture and accessories from the 17th, 18th and 19th centuries. The store has wonderful showrooms depicting the way a room might have looked back in the day. They even have an on-premise workshop to make sure everything is in perfect condition! Visit them at: 294 Mildram Road in Wells / 207-985-2656
- Carboni Antiques
Google Maps Carboni Antiques is a part of the Wells Union Antique Company and features beautiful pieces meant to elevate the feel of any room. Easily added to a stop while antiqueing throughout Wells, the shop is worth exploring just to see some wonderful examples of perfectly restored pieces. Visit them at: 1755 Post Road in Wells, 207-646-4551
- Cattail Farm Antiques
Cattail Farm Antiques / Facebook This shop is housed in an old and restored apple barn. There are 3 floors, making up almost 10,000 square feet of space for incredible goods. The shop is comprised of over 30 dealers and they’re always growing. Visit them at: 1784 Post Road in Wells / 207-646-1499.
- Wells General Store Antiques
Wells General Store Antiques Website The store can be found in a 200 year old barn, featuring two floors of furniture, automobile artifacts (like gas pumps, signs, oil bottles and cans) as well as fun 1950s furniture, soda coolers, and candy machines. The shop is also on the official Maine Antique Trail! Visit them at: 2023 Post Road in Wella / 207-646-5553.
- Manko
Manko Website Manko might be the most unique option on this list. The family in charge has been involved in the world of American folk art & antiques for more than 40 years. Kate Manko joined her parents in the business in 2004 and together they’ve provided Maine (and beyond!) with a way to understand and experience important part of American culture. Visit them at: 19 Seabreeze Drive in Wells / 207-646-2595.
- Anytime Antiques
Anytime Antiques / Facebook Anytime is one of those places that has something for everyone. From antiques and furniture to home decor and toys with a few pieces of awesome jewelry and glassware thrown in! Stop in even if you don’t want to buy anything - it’s worth seeing! Visit them at: 762 Post Road, Route 1 in Wells / 207-646-8288
- Time and Again Consignment Shop
Time and Again Consignment Shop / Facebook Time and Again exists as the result of a group of dedicated locals who believe that volunteering and providing to charitable organizatiions in this region of Maine is one of the most important things you can do. Stop by for anything and everything! Visit them at: 676 Post Road in Wells / 207-646-8885
- Reed’s Antiques & Collectibles
Reeds Antiques & Collectibles / Facebook Reed’s has a wide array of items appealing to those interested in the fancier things in life, as well as every day thrifts. Visitors talk about how nice the staff is and it seems there’s a wide variety of dealers here as well. Visit them at: 1773 Post Road in Wells / 207-646-8010.
For official information on the Maine Antique Trail’s presence in Wells, click here!
beggyberry / Flickr
Enjoy a day at the beach in the summer, but be sure to take some time to enjoy the shopping that’s on offer as well. Or, of course, go for a winter’s drive to Wells to pick up what all the tourists are missing!
Google Maps
Around since 1967, The Farm Antiques focuses on English period furniture and accessories from the 17th, 18th and 19th centuries. The store has wonderful showrooms depicting the way a room might have looked back in the day. They even have an on-premise workshop to make sure everything is in perfect condition! Visit them at: 294 Mildram Road in Wells / 207-985-2656
Carboni Antiques is a part of the Wells Union Antique Company and features beautiful pieces meant to elevate the feel of any room. Easily added to a stop while antiqueing throughout Wells, the shop is worth exploring just to see some wonderful examples of perfectly restored pieces. Visit them at: 1755 Post Road in Wells, 207-646-4551
Cattail Farm Antiques / Facebook
This shop is housed in an old and restored apple barn. There are 3 floors, making up almost 10,000 square feet of space for incredible goods. The shop is comprised of over 30 dealers and they’re always growing. Visit them at: 1784 Post Road in Wells / 207-646-1499.
Wells General Store Antiques Website
The store can be found in a 200 year old barn, featuring two floors of furniture, automobile artifacts (like gas pumps, signs, oil bottles and cans) as well as fun 1950s furniture, soda coolers, and candy machines. The shop is also on the official Maine Antique Trail! Visit them at: 2023 Post Road in Wella / 207-646-5553.
Manko Website
Manko might be the most unique option on this list. The family in charge has been involved in the world of American folk art & antiques for more than 40 years. Kate Manko joined her parents in the business in 2004 and together they’ve provided Maine (and beyond!) with a way to understand and experience important part of American culture. Visit them at: 19 Seabreeze Drive in Wells / 207-646-2595.
Anytime Antiques / Facebook
Anytime is one of those places that has something for everyone. From antiques and furniture to home decor and toys with a few pieces of awesome jewelry and glassware thrown in! Stop in even if you don’t want to buy anything - it’s worth seeing! Visit them at: 762 Post Road, Route 1 in Wells / 207-646-8288
Time and Again Consignment Shop / Facebook
Time and Again exists as the result of a group of dedicated locals who believe that volunteering and providing to charitable organizatiions in this region of Maine is one of the most important things you can do. Stop by for anything and everything! Visit them at: 676 Post Road in Wells / 207-646-8885
Reeds Antiques & Collectibles / Facebook
Reed’s has a wide array of items appealing to those interested in the fancier things in life, as well as every day thrifts. Visitors talk about how nice the staff is and it seems there’s a wide variety of dealers here as well. Visit them at: 1773 Post Road in Wells / 207-646-8010.
For more antiqueing fun, head to these 10 fun thrift stores throughout the state of Maine!
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