Thrift stores may be a dime-a-dozen in New Jersey, but it’s rare to find a town filled with its own thrift + antique village. Andover, New Jersey is surrounded by mountains and fall foliage, and it’s home to a picturebook version of Main Street. From vintage resale boutiques to an entire property dedicated to antiquing, this town features five different antique + vintage shops on the same street, making it an ideal destination for a country-side thrift trip. Read on to learn more about these antique + vintage shops on Main Street in Andover, New Jersey.

Andover Village | 122 Main Street

Andover Village is a unique property on Main Street in that it has five different locations where travelers can shop for antique goods. Guests can find a large, curated selection of furniture, paintings, mirrors, dolls, clothing, and more inside The Carriage House, The 1868 House, The Cottage, The White House, and The Court Yard.

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Each spot on the property has its distinct features. The Court Yard is an outdoor space that showcases vintage and antique statues, gnomes, and fountains, ideal for an eccentric aesthetic. The Carriage House currently features a collection of holiday-themed items from various vintage vendors, fitting for a one-of-a-kind Christmas gift or a special addition to your seasonal decor.

Andover Village is open Thursday to Monday from 11AM to 5PM.

Grey Barn Antiques | 134 Main Street

Grey Barn Antiques is “3,600 square feet of ‘hey! I need that,’” as one of the shop’s owners, Don Bushell, puts it. This multi-dealer shop sells vintage clothing, decor, furniture, and candy.

While Grey Barn Antiques has an open layout with a lot of stuff to sort through, this shop organizes everything in a way that allows for a seamless walk-through, making the antiquing experience much less overwhelming.

Visitors can expect to find all sorts of antique and vintage items. MG pro tip: Look for Y2K beaded lamps, which are making a stylish comeback in interior design. This shop had a ton of them.

In addition to all of the knickknacks, expect to see a library of vintage books for sale and a rare selection of old-fashioned and nostalgic candy. Travelers can find treats like the Schrute Farms Mints from The Office, which come in a collectible tin, and Beetlejuice Afterlife Sours, which were discontinued in 2022. For those with an acquired taste, this shop also sells one-of-a-kind candies like bacon-flavored lollipops.

Grey Barn Antiques is open from 10AM to 5PM, Wednesday through Sunday. The shop is also dog-friendly, so don’t forget to bring your furry friend next time you check out this space.

Made In the Shade | 125 Main Street

At Made In the Shade, travelers can find all sorts of antique goods, including furniture, chandeliers, lighting, and more. This shop even sells antique hardware, which is great for at-home DIYs. Each piece the shop features is hand-selected and refurbished by the Made In the Shade team.

Fun Fact: With the building dating back to the nineteenth century, this Main Street property has quite a history. Made In the Shade’s owner purchased the building 25 years ago, but as a tribute to its rich history, the shop displays a picture of the building taken in 1884.

Made In the Shade is open from 10AM to 5PM, Wednesday through Sunday.

 

ReStyle Resale Boutique | 127 Main Street

ReStyle Resale Boutique specializes in high-end modern and vintage clothing, accessories, and decor. Carolyn Sunday, the shop’s owner, established this boutique 15 years ago. Her business started solely as a consignment shop and eventually grew into a resale boutique, with people coming from all over to check out its latest finds.

At this charming little spot, travelers can find all sorts of treasures, from flashy nineteenth-century jewelry to trendy, modern clothing. In the back of this shop, there is also a delightful selection of furniture and decor, many of which fit a coquette vibe.

There’s a lot to look through, and plenty of unique pieces are hiding in plain sight, so be sure to take your time combing through each nook and cranny.

ReStyle Resale Boutique is open Wednesday through Sunday, from 11AM to 5PM and 10AM to 5PM on Saturdays.

Sugarplum Cottage | 131 Main Street

Sugarplum Cottage is a vintage + antique shop that sells clothing, accessories, and decor in a rustic, gothic, and farmhouse style. Upon entrance, visitors are greeted with a variety of interesting items, from spooky handbags to old-fashioned suitcases to antique silverware.

This cozy shop has something for everyone to get their hands on. Book lovers will appreciate the shop’s charming book nook, which has a plethora of first editions. Vintage clothing collectors can explore a wide selection of twentieth-century pieces. MG pro tip: Look out for Y2K-style fur coats. From all black to leopard print, this shop had plenty of pieces that fit great with the trending mob-wife aesthetic.

Fun fact: Blake Lively’s new movie It Ends With Us featured multiple props purchased from Sugarplum Cottage.

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All five of these vintage + antique shops will participate in Bling Friday on November 30th, Andover’s version of Black Friday. Expect to see major discounts, outdoor markets featuring all kinds of local vendors, and more.