Vermont Antique Mall: An Antique Lover’s Snow Day in Woodstock, Vermont

After a long holiday weekend, I slipped into Vermont ski country for a few hours of pure treasure-hunting at the Vermont Antique Mall in Quechee, where candy counters, local Vermont goods, and three floors of vendor booths make antiquing feel like an experience, not just a shop. In this Shop, Stay, Find stop in my Antiquing in New England series, I’m sharing what it’s really like to browse the booths, how the pricing and variety compare, and the vintage pieces that made me pause (even when I didn’t bring home the haul you might expect). Come antique with me, and I’ll show you how I turned a simple Sunday stop into a quintessential Vermont getaway.

Want the quick video version of this antique day-trip? Quick summary: Vermont Antique Mall (Quechee) → lunch at Simon Pearce → overnight at the Quechee Inn → Woodstock winter stroll. Press play below.

Vermont Antique Mall In Quechee, Vermont

Set in Quechee Gorge Village (just minutes from Woodstock), the Vermont Antique Mall is one of those rare stops that truly feels like a full Vermont outing, part treasure hunt, part stroll-worthy shopping experience. It’s three stories of vendor booths packed with antiques and vintage finds, with that “one more aisle, one more booth” kind of energy that makes a couple of hours disappear fast.

What makes it especially worth the stop is the variety: you can browse booth after booth of antiques, then wander past Vermont-made goods and food counters (think: grab-a-snack, keep-shopping ease) all in the same place. Prices can vary by dealer, but the overall experience is consistently fun, especially if you love the thrill of spotting that one piece that stops you in your tracks.

And the best part? You don’t have to leave the village when you’re ready to take a break. Right next door is Harry’s Cocktail Lounge at Vermont Spirits, a quirky, eclectic spot for tastings and a sip before you keep browsing. There’s also Foley Brothers Beer Garden nearby in the same Quechee Gorge Village area, making this an easy “shop, snack, sip, repeat” kind of stop, especially if you’re antiquing in Vermont’s ski-country corridor.

What You’ll Find Inside The Vermont Antique Mall

When you first walk into the Vermont Antique Mall, it feels like a classic Vermont market-meets-treasure-hunt. Straight ahead, you’re greeted by a big Vermont foods and cheese section, and to the left, you’ll pass Vermont-themed gifts, a toy-and-gift area, an old-fashioned candy shop, and beautiful alpaca knitwear. But if you’re here for the antiques (and that’s why I come), head to the right; this is where the two-story antique mall begins, with vendor booths that feel endless in the best way.

Three Floors Of Vendor Booths (Start Here If You Love Antiques)

As you step under the big blue “Antique Mall” sign, you can tell right away this is going to be an experience, rows of vendor booths packed with the kind of eclectic mix that makes antique lovers slow down and look twice. One aisle feels like Vermont ski-country nostalgia, with vintage skis, ski boots, sleds, snowshoes, and winter gear, and the next booth swings into coastal territory with nautical art and paintings. Then come the truly booth-to-booth surprises: Vermont memorabilia, stacks of vintage dishware, Pyrex that had me swooning, and those “I haven’t seen that in decades” moments, like blue glassware and old crates with local Vermont lettering that look like they were made for styling in a hutch or on a shelf. Whether you’re hunting Blue Willow, dreaming of jadeite, or just browsing for one perfect piece of vintage decor, the variety here makes the shopping feel like a true treasure hunt.

And don’t stop at the main levels, there’s a big reminder sign for a reason: look in the basement. Technically, with the basement, the Vermont Antique Mall becomes a three-level antique stop, and the downstairs is where the furniture and larger finds really shine. Step down, and you’ll land on black-and-white checkered floors, then wander through a maze of antique furnishings and practical pieces, mirrors, chests, wooden crates, old oars, dollhouses, retro outdoor chairs, lamps, desks, dressers, and bureaus, plus the kind of wonderfully random, eclectic finds you didn’t even know you were looking for.

Vintage Decor Categories Worth Watching For At The Vermont Antique Mall

If you’re the kind of shopper who can’t walk past a stack of dishes without slowing down, the Vermont Antique Mall is going to feel like a candy store, because it’s dishes, dishes, dishes in the best possible way. Booth after booth is loaded with Pyrex, dreamy jadeite, Blue Willow, and blue-and-white, Depression glass, transferware, and ironstone, with rows of shelves that make it easy to spot patterns and pieces you’ve been hunting (or didn’t know you needed until you saw them). The variety is part of the fun here; one aisle feels like tabletop heaven, and the next shifts into crates, baskets, art, and that perfect “one more booth” momentum.

Beyond the dishware, you’ll also find a surprising mix of collectibles and decor categories that feel very Vermont: Vintage Ski Lodge Decor pops up everywhere (skis, snowshoes, sleds, ski boots, hockey pieces), along with antique crocks, wooden crates, and plenty of quirky conversation starters. One booth that stopped me in my tracks was dedicated to music and vintage sound, including a gorgeous Leedy Full Dress Drum Kit (late 1930s–early 1940s), plus stacks of vinyl and other musical gems that made the whole section feel like a time capsule.

And if you love a strong “room booth” moment, keep your eyes open for MidMod Pussycat, a whole, bold mid-century modern space packed with colorful glassware and fun retro pieces (you can even follow them on Instagram).

Mixed throughout, you’ll also spot more rustic and “heritage” booths with antique tools and outdoorsy decor, one more reason this place feels like a true treasure hunt, with something different calling your name in every aisle.

Shop, Stay, Find: Vermont Antique Mall + The Quechee Inn At Marshland Farm

If you love an antiquing trip that feels easy and satisfying, where the best stops are close together and the whole day has that quintessential Vermont rhythm, this is one of my favorite ways to do it. I spent a few hours treasure-hunting at the Vermont Antique Mall, then checked into the Quechee Inn at Marshland Farm, a historic inn that’s been welcoming travelers since 1793. It’s the perfect pairing for an antique lover: a big, booth-filled shop experience, followed by a cozy, classic Vermont stay that makes the trip feel like a true getaway.

The Shop: Vermont Antique Mall

The Vermont Antique Mall is the kind of place where you can happily lose track of time. With vendor booths spread across multiple levels (and yes—don’t skip the basement), every aisle feels like a new little world: vintage ski-country finds, coastal art, Vermont memorabilia, crates, dishware, and those random “how did this end up here?” pieces that make antiquing so fun. If you’re planning a day near Woodstock, this is an easy, must-visit stop, and above, I’ve shared the full breakdown of what you’ll find inside, plus photo galleries and the vintage categories worth watching for.

The Stay: The Quechee Inn At Marshland Farm

From the moment you pull in, the Quechee Inn feels like a postcard version of Vermont, a classic white inn with a large red barn, easy parking, and an ideal location that’s just minutes from Woodstock, Simon Pearce, and the Vermont Antique Mall. I stayed in Room 5 on the first floor, and it was exactly what I hoped for in a winter inn stay: a charming four-poster bed, sweet wallpaper with matching curtains, and all the old-fashioned details that make a room feel collected and special (even with a fireplace that’s decorative rather than working).

The heart of the inn is the common gathering space where you arrive, warm, welcoming, and set up for exactly what you want after a day of antiquing. The tavern opens at 4:30, and the restaurant at 5:00, and there’s nothing better than settling in with a drink while the roaring fireplace does its thing. They also host special nights (like jazz on Wednesdays and seasonal events), so it’s worth checking their website if you want to plan around the fun.

Dinner was genuinely memorable. The dining spaces feel classic and quintessential, red-and-white Vermont charm without trying too hard, and I had the seasonal squash ravioli in the tavern, which was out of this world. If you’re visiting during foliage season, ski season, summer, or the holidays, I’d recommend making a reservation. My stay was just after the holiday rush, so it was wonderfully calm and easy.

In the morning, I enjoyed breakfast in the sunny dining room, yellow mugs, red walls, and a hutch filled with blue-and-white vintage Nordic dinnerware (my favorite kind of detail). Breakfast was buffet-style with a coffee bar to go, which was perfect because it was a whopping two degrees when I left. I grabbed my coffee, let the car warm up, and hit the road, exactly the kind of simple, happy ending you want after a winter overnight.

The Find: A Vermont-Made Bottle I Didn’t Plan To Bring Home

Here’s the twist: I didn’t come home with an antique this time. The one thing I did buy was from a holiday tasting set-up at the Vermont Antique Mall, a Vermont-made bottle from Putney Mountain Spirits of Vermont. Their Simply Chocolate Vermont Chocolate Liqueur was so delicious I couldn’t leave it behind, and it ended up being the perfect “find” for this trip: a small-batch taste of Vermont to bring home, even when the antique haul doesn’t happen—especially for cozy après-ski days, whether you’re setting a winter porch table or styling an easy ski-season gathering. Explore my après-ski decorating ideas.

Lunch At Simon Pearce In Quechee After The Vermont Antique Mall

Simon Pearce has been one of my go-to Vermont stops since my Green Mountain College days, and it pairs perfectly with a day at the Vermont Antique Mall, part restaurant, part flagship store, and part “watch real craftspeople at work” experience, all set right beside the falls on the Ottauquechee River. After a few hours of antique hunting, it’s the ideal place to slow down: head downstairs to watch the glassblowers in action (a warm winter treat), browse the beautiful glass and home pieces in the shop, then step outside for photos and video of the gorge views in every season.

It’s also a place with real Vermont history. During Hurricane Irene in 2011, the Ottauquechee River flooding caused major damage to the mill’s lower levels, including areas tied to the glassblowing operation. Today, it’s back to being exactly what you hope for in this part of Vermont: quintessential, scenic, and worth lingering over lunch. I still order the same favorite I’ve been getting for years, their Vermont cheddar soup (and the brown bread that comes with it is reason enough to keep coming back).

A Quick Stop At Farmhouse Pottery In Woodstock After The Vermont Antique Mall

Farmhouse Pottery has been on my “see it in person” list for years, so I was happy to sneak in for a quick look (and beat the crowds) on my way out of Woodstock after the Vermont Antique Mall. Just outside town, their flagship shop and studio is filled with beautifully handcrafted, crock-style pottery in that classic white farmhouse look, and the studio was open while I was there, so I even caught a potter throwing pieces at the wheel. If you love antiquing and old-school craftsmanship, it’s a charming, quintessential Vermont stop to add to your day.

A Winter Stroll In Woodstock, Vermont, Near The Vermont Antique Mall

Even if you come to this area for the Vermont Antique Mall, it’s hard not to fall a little in love with Woodstock itself. Woodstock is one of Vermont’s most iconic towns, beautifully preserved, incredibly walkable, and often mentioned as one of the state’s wealthiest communities, which shows in the perfectly kept homes, inns, and shopfronts. In winter, it feels especially storybook: covered bridges tucked into snowy backroads, quiet downtown streets after the holiday rush, and those charming storefront moments (like Woody’s Mercantile dressed for the season) that make you slow down and take photos. I’m sharing a few favorites below, including a couple of classic covered bridges, a peek at downtown Woodstock, and a glimpse of the Woodstock Inn, which is an icon in its own right.

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Know Before You Go: Visiting The Vermont Antique Mall

If you’re planning a visit to Vermont’s favorite antique mall, a little “before you go” know-how makes the whole experience more fun, especially because it’s bigger than it looks from the outside and easy to spend a few hours wandering. Here are the quick details and tips I’d want in my back pocket before heading in.

Here’s the quick route I followed:

Looking for more things to do in Vermont beyond antiquing? From classic small-town strolls and scenic drives to cozy inns, local shops, and seasonal favorites, here are a few Vermont posts to help you plan your next easy getaway.

Vermont Antique Mall And A Quechee Overnight Worth Repeating

If you’re looking for a Vermont getaway that feels equal parts treasure hunt and quintessential winter escape, the Vermont Antique Mall is a must-stop, easy to browse for a few hours, full of vintage surprises, and perfectly placed near Woodstock for a cozy overnight. Whether you go home with a trunk full of finds or simply a memorable “Vermont-made” treat, this is one of those trips that’s fun to repeat in every season.

Want more weekend-ready vintage stops like this one? Browse my Antiquing in New England posts next for more shop + stay + find inspiration, antique mall favorites, and New England trip itineraries.

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