Barn Sale Southern Vermont: Junky, Funky & Full of Vintage Decor

It was one of those crisp fall days in Southern Vermont, perfect for a foliage drive, some cider donuts, and a stop at a vintage barn sale I’d passed by countless times but never dared to enter.

Tucked just off the roadside, this big red barn always looked a little too rough around the edges, but something about that day pulled me in. What I found inside?

Vintage decor finds, secondhand home treasures, and a quirky, uncurated charm that made this barn sale an unexpected favorite.

Barn Sale Southern Vermont: A Hidden Gem in Westminster

I first spotted the Big Red Barn on my way home from Maine, taking a scenic detour through Bellows Falls, Vermont. I didn’t stop that day, but something about that quirky old barn stayed with me. So one crisp fall morning, with cider donuts in hand and mums packed in the backseat, I decided it was time to return and see what treasures were waiting inside.

And today, I’m bringing you along.

This Barn Sale Southern Vermont stop is one of those wonderfully unexpected vintage decor treasure hunts. Located at 7804 US Route 5 in Westminster, Vermont, the Big Red Barn is overflowing with secondhand charm, from vintage quilts and ironstone to timeworn dishware, old books, baskets, and the kinds of dusty finds that just need a little love. Get Directions

It’s not fancy or overly curated. In fact, it’s more like a well-loved hoarder’s haven. But if you love the thrill of a bargain and the joy of uncovering something unique, you’ll feel right at home here.

Come along for a fun walk-through of the barn in this quick video:

Barn Sale Southern Vermont: What I Found and How I Styled It

Every trip to the Big Red Barn uncovers something unexpected. This barn sale in Southern Vermont is packed with quirky vintage decor and affordable secondhand treasures, perfect for styling a collected and charming home. Here’s a peek at some of the pieces I’ve found here and how I’ve styled them in both my Vermont and Maine homes.

Vintage Needlepoint Wall Art from a Barn Sale Southern Vermont

What I Found:
During a recent visit to my favorite barn sale Southern Vermont has to offer, I came across a sweet vintage needlepoint wall art piece framed and ready to hang, all for just $18. I’ve been on the lookout for handmade needlepoint in good condition to bring a cozy, collected feel into our small guest bedroom. With its warm colors and charming design, this one fit the bill perfectly. Vintage wall art like this can be hard to come by, especially when it’s framed and still in great shape.

How I Styled It:
I hung the vintage needlepoint on a newly wallpapered wall in our guest bedroom, where it instantly added warmth and character. This space is slowly transforming into a cozy country inn-style retreat, and this little piece of needlework adds a personal and nostalgic touch. I also layered in a few antique quilts I brought from our Maine home, and I can’t wait to share more of how this room is coming together soon.

Bagshaw and Meir B&M China Pot from a Barn Sale Southern Vermont

What I Found:
At this barn sale Southern Vermont is known for, I’m always on the lookout for unique vintage pottery and antique English porcelain that brings a story to the table, literally. This extra-large Bagshaw and Meir B&M china pot was a standout find. Measuring an impressive 14 inches wide by 11.5 inches tall, and stamped on the bottom, this Staffordshire-made beauty likely dates back to the 19th century. The soft blush and brown tones, paired with its authentic chippiness, give it that perfectly imperfect character I love in vintage decor.

How I Styled It:
I brought this statement piece home and created a simple fall table centerpiece that lets the pot take the spotlight. I filled it with dried fall hydrangeas and foraged cat-o’-nine-tails for a mix of texture and seasonal charm. Placed on our dining table, it adds instant warmth, age, and that vintage-collected-over-time look that fits right in with our cozy home style.

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Decorative Cake Stand from a Barn Sale Southern Vermont

What I Found:
I have a soft spot for decorative cake stands, don’t you? Whether they’re holding a layer cake or serving as a perch for seasonal displays, they’re one of the most versatile home decor accessories. During one of my visits to the barn sale Southern Vermont has tucked away in Westminster, I spotted this small pedestal stand for just $15. It may not be a true vintage piece, but with its decorative ironstone-like finish and charming silhouette, it had all the character I love.

How I Styled It:
At first, I paired it with one of my favorite fall faux treats, a pecan pie from Everything Dawn’s Fakery, and set it on our breakfast nook table along with several others from the day’s finds.

Later, it found a new home on the vintage cobbler rack that sits between our dining room and living room, styled with a few other collected favorites. It’s one of those pieces that seems to work anywhere I place it, and I absolutely love it. You may also find inspiration in my How to Style Vintage Collections in an Open Floor Plan post.

Vintage Pillows from a Barn Sale Southern Vermont

What I Found:
While browsing the barn sale, Southern Vermont locals know for its eclectic vintage decor, I found a trio of beautifully embroidered vintage pillows, each just $10. In shades of blue and white with hints of orange and green, these pillows struck just the right balance of cozy charm and timeless design. The mixed floral and geometric patterns feel perfect for year-round decorating, especially during the fall season when textures and layering really shine.

How I Styled It:
After a gentle run through the delicate cycle in the washing machine, these vintage pillows were ready for their new home, our small guest bedroom, which I’m currently styling with a cozy country inn aesthetic. I layered them on a recently thrifted vintage pine sleigh bed I found on Facebook Marketplace, alongside antique quilts and a needlepoint framed picture also picked up from the same barn. With the room’s new wallpaper and these collected touches, the space is really starting to come together, and I can’t wait to share more soon.

Delft Blue Vintage Coasters from a Barn Sale Southern Vermont

What I Found:
Delft pottery, also known as Delft Blue or Delfware, has long been one of my favorite collectible ceramics. These hand-painted, tin-glazed pieces from the Netherlands are full of charm and history. So when I came across a full set of six vintage Delft Blue coasters at the barn sale, Southern Vermont shoppers love for its one-of-a-kind finds, I couldn’t resist. Their classic blue-and-white patterns and sturdy ceramic finish make them both beautiful and practical.

How I Styled It:
These six Delft coasters are headed to our sunroom in Maine, where their coastal blue tones will pair perfectly with the antique wicker and nautical accents in that space. Whether used for casual entertaining or simply displayed on a shelf or table, they’ll bring a touch of Dutch charm and vintage character to our seaside retreat.

Vintage Soda Fountain Glasses from a Barn Sale Southern Vermont

What I Found:
There’s something wonderfully nostalgic about vintage soda fountain glasses. They remind me of the apothecary-style soda fountains from my childhood summers in Maine, hot fudge sundaes served in heavy glassware, cool to the touch and filled with sweet memories. When I spotted a set of six soda fountain glasses at the barn sale Southern Vermont is known for, I knew they’d be perfect for vintage collectors.

How I Styled It:
These glasses will be heading straight to my vintage booth display at The Vintage Soul at the Country Store in Manchester, Vermont. Soda fountain glassware like this has been a best-seller in my vintage window booth, and I love seeing these classic pieces find new homes. You can also check out how I style my booth in posts like How to Start a Vintage Booth Business and Vintage Booth Winter Window Display. And if you’re ever passing through, I’d love for you to stop in and say hello!

Vintage Transferware Bowls from a Barn Sale Southern Vermont

What I Found:
I have a soft spot for old dishes, especially when they’re brown and white or blue and white transferware. If they’re chippy, full of history, and priced right, I’m bringing them home. At this barn sale Southern Vermont treasure hunt, I spotted a darling set of three small vintage bowls that I just couldn’t pass up.

How I Styled It:
Two of the bowls are antique Staffordshire brown and white transferware, full of that warm, collected charm I love for fall decor. The third is a blue and white John Alcock “Priory” transferware bowl with beautiful detail. Whether styled in a cupboard, layered in a tabletop vignette, or simply stacked for display, these bowls are the kinds of vintage decor finds that quietly steal the show.

Dried Hydrangeas and a Vintage Basket from a Barn Sale Southern Vermont

What I Found:
Dried hydrangeas are one of my favorite fall floral arrangements. Their soft, muted colors bring an instant seasonal charm to any space. At this barn sale Southern Vermont, I found the most beautifully wrapped hydrangea bouquets in earthy brown paper, delicate, dainty, and different from the larger limelights I grow in my own garden.

Just around the corner, I spotted a large vintage round basket, and it was a perfect match.

How I Styled It:
I brought home five hydrangea bouquets and arranged them inside the vintage basket to create a stunning fall centerpiece for our dining room table. The look was effortless, seasonal, and so inspiring that I decided to dry some of our own backyard limelights and wrap them in the same brown paper to sell at my vintage booth. Sometimes it’s the little details at a barn sale Southern Vermont that spark the best creative ideas.

White Tea Tiles from a Barn Sale Southern Vermont

What I Found:
I always keep an eye out for small, unexpected vintage table decor, especially pieces like white tea tiles or vintage trivets. These four white ceramic tea tiles were tucked away on a shelf at this barn sale Southern Vermont, and I instantly thought of the Johnson Brothers tea and toast plates I picked up just last week at Vintage Market Days Vermont. Don’t you love when things unexpectedly come together like that?

How I Styled It:
These vintage white tea tiles are now paired with my thrifted tea and toast plates for a charming little table moment that feels timeless and welcoming. Whether used as trivets or simply displayed on a shelf, they add a soft and classic touch to my growing collection of vintage tabletop finds.

Cottage Style Dish Rack from a Barn Sale Southern Vermont

What I Found:
On a return trip to this favorite barn sale Southern Vermont, this time with my friend Bernadette from The Hive Blog, I stumbled upon the perfect cottage-style dish rack. I had warned her the place was a little rustic (okay, dusty!), but that’s half the fun. When I spotted this white dish rack tucked away in a booth, I knew it was a gem. These racks can be so pricey on Etsy, so I was thrilled to snag this one for just $30.

How I Styled It:
After a fresh coat of white paint, this charming dish rack now sits atop a vintage pine cupboard in our kitchen, where it holds our everyday Johnson Brothers dishware. It adds just the right cottage kitchen touch. I’ve even stacked a few vintage cake stands on top to give it a layered, collected look. It’s one of those pieces that makes the whole space feel warm and lived-in. You may explore more dish rack decorating ideas in this Eclectic Interior Design Ideas: How to Decorate with Thrifted and Vintage Style post.

A Scenic Vermont Foliage Drive to the Barn Sale

Every time I visit this quirky little barn sale in Southern Vermont, the drive is half the fun, especially in the fall. Twisting back roads, bursts of crimson leaves, golden fields, and mountain views that never get old.

Here’s a peek at the autumn views from our Sunday drive to the Big Red Barn. Vermont knows how to put on a fall show…

More Things to Do in Vermont Beyond the Barn Sales

If you’re planning a weekend antiquing adventure or a fall road trip through Southern Vermont, don’t miss some of my other favorite spots in the area. From the iconic Vermont Country Store in Weston to hands-on experiences like the Sugar Glider Kitchen cooking school, Vermont is full of charming places to explore, shop, and savor.

Here are a few more things to do in Vermont that pair perfectly with a visit to a local barn sale:

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Thrifting with the Gals, Vintage Finds and Styling Inspiration

This post is part of my ongoing Thrifting with the Gals blog series, a monthly roundup where my vintage-loving friends and I share our favorite secondhand finds and how we style them in our homes. From quaint antique shops in Maine to cozy barn sales in Southern Vermont, each post is full of decorating ideas, styling tips, and one-of-a-kind treasures you won’t want to miss.

Head over to see what my thrifting friends found and how they styled it this month: