It’s the Thrill of the Hunt for Me!
One of my favorite Saturday activities is to go antiquing. Here are places all over North Carolina that I frequent for a vintage fix, whenever I am nearby :)
Raleigh, NC
Antiques at Gresham Lake
*By far my MOST favorite antique shop in Raleigh, antique/vintage mall full of classic vendor booths, great deals & treasures, I always come home with something.
Pro Tip: There aren’t any shopping carts, but there is shelf at the register for any items that you want to put on hold while you are shopping. Also, if you see a piece of furniture that doesn’t have a NFS or a price tag, ask the front desk if the vendor would be willing to sell. They will call the vendor to check for you - you don’t know until you ask! ($$)
Cheshire Cat Antique Gallery
*Antique gallery, library of vintage books & records, mid-century modern furniture
Pro Tip: They have expanded to a space upstairs! In addition to more vendor booths, there is also a year-round Christmas room across the hall. If you’re heading downstairs to Cheshire’s original location, you will most likely lose phone service downstairs, so embrace it! Plan for at least an hour to explore all of the vendor booths. Also, the store is pet friendly! ($$$)
Union Camp Collective
*Furniture, fabrics, vintage decor, furniture painting services
Pro Tip: The shop offers custom services such as stain restoration, lacquer, hand painting, and upholstery for furniture. UCC is open Wednesday-Saturday. ($$$)
The Fab Foo
*Antiques, vintage glassware, mid-century modern decor, stationery
Pro Tip: Great for chinoiserie lovers. ($$)
Father & Son Antiques
*Mid century modern antiques, vintage clothing, gnarly record selection, local artwork
Pro Tip: The owner’s pup is sometimes out and about in the store. ($$$)
Pigfish Lane Antiques & Interiors
*Over 25,000 sq ft of fine antiques, beautiful vendor display rooms great for styling inspo, bring your pocketbook if you love pretty things
Pro Tip: If you have a favorite vendor that catches your eye, follow them on Instagram to get updates on new arrivals - you can hold items if you call the store ($$$$)
Hunt & Gather
*Fine estate furnishings, inventory changes daily, beautiful vendor display rooms, great for decor inspo, bring your pocketbook if you love pretty things
Pro Tip: If this store isn’t within your budget, there is a wine bar, Taste, next door. Go there and invite me. ($$$$)
Trunk Show
*Vintage clothing, gifts, boutique mall
Pro Tip: The store is downstairs & it should take less than an hour to shop through. ($$)
2 Girls Antiques & Estate Decor
*Antique, vintage & contemporary furniture & decor
Pro Tip: Fine estate pieces & consignment
($$$$)
SuzAnna's Antiques
*Located in Rolesville, NC, just on the outskirts of Raleigh. Endless rooms of antiques, paint, jewelry & beyond. A mother/daughter-owned small business.
Pro Tip: Grab a coffee at Coffee Lodge before you start treasure hunting. It’s a nearby drive-through coffeehouse offering espresso drinks, smoothies, muffins, and other breakfast eats.
($$)
Cary, NC
Dorcas Ministries Thrift Shop
*Absolute gold mine for used books, a little bit of everything, great deals, non-profit organization
Pro Tip: There will most likely be a wait to get in the door on Saturdays. Don’t let that discourage you - the line moves quickly & it’s totally worth it. There is also a Habitat for Humanity Restore next door that I always hit on my way out as well. ($)
Vintage Vogue
*Just as fabulous as the name, fine antiques, vintage clothing & accessories
Pro Tip: This shop is small with inventory in every nook and cranny - don’t bring a big purse if you are clumsy like me. ($$$)
Fuquay-Varina, NC
KnB’s Marketplace
*5,000 sq ft of beautifully designed booths, variety of styles, priced well
Asheville, NC
***Unfortunately, these stores have been impacted by Hurricane Helene and may not be open to the public at this time.
The Regeneration Station
*Funky, eclectic, vintage, artsy
Pro Tip: It’s a pretty big warehouse so grab a basket on your way in & enjoy! ($$)
ScreenDoor Antiques
*My favorite antique store in Asheville. Amazing discounted coffee table book selection, variety of booths/display styles, a little bit of everything
Pro Tip: There is a book store hidden in the middle. Coffee table books will be on display throughout but the real deals are inside :) ($$-$$$)
Winston-Salem, NC
(& surrounding areas)
Lost In Time Antique Mall
*Over 40 vendors, antique mall, great deals & finds
Pro Tip: This store is massive, so prepare for at least an hour to explore all of the booths. ($$)
Cooper’s Vintage Village
*A massive warehouse full of antiques, collectibles, vintage items, & clothing located just outside of Winston-Salem in Kernersville, NC. So many goodies!
Pro Tip: Shopping carts are available near the check-out counter in the center of the store - trust me, you’re going to need it :) ($$)
Your Home Marketplace
*Marketplace vendor mall , variety of decor styles, a little bit of everything
($$)
Wilmington, NC
The Ivy Cottage
*Three consignment cottages, a little bit of everything, great deals & finds
Pro Tip: Each cottage has a decor theme: #1 Mid-Century & Mod, #2 The Main Building, #3 Shabby Chic, Asian, and Beach; Check out the warehouse out back for large consigned furnishings at super affordable prices ($$$)
Flea Body's Antique Mall
*Over 7,000 sq ft, flea market vibe with vendor booths, offer furniture painting, variety of styles for inventory
Pro Tip: Go through the market twice. There’s so much to look at that you might miss a hidden gem the first time! Prepare for at least an hour. ($$)
