Located in beautiful Bucks County, Pennsylvania, Peddler’s Village is a treat to behold at any time of the year. The holiday season is an especially wonderful time of the year to visit the 70 specialty shops and 7 restaurants that line the cobblestone paths in this unique community. With lights adorning the trees, storefronts, and gardens, the atmosphere is incredibly festive. There are even carolers who wander throughout the shopping area singing Christmas tunes.
From antique to home décor shops, each establishment is unique in its own right. Some of these include MP Jewelry Designs (handcrafted in the store by the owners), Artisans Gallery (fine contemporary jewelry and American crafts, pottery, and glass), The Mole Hole (unusual gifts, collectibles, and jewelry), Pine, Wreath, & Candle (table linens, quilts, and special occasion accessories), My Favorite Shop (artwork, mirrors, furnishings, and Victorian accents), Turn Me Loose (contemporary and American crafts, reproduction collectibles, memorabilia, and nostalgic décor), Glass Masters (sculptures, stained glass, and musical snow globes), and Knobs ‘n Knockers (garden accents, cabinet and furniture fittings, door latches, bathroom fixtures and more).
There are a plethora of apparel stores such as Apricot Lane Boutique (exclusive, upscale department store women’s fashions), The Den (men’s clothing lines and gifts), Chico’s (designer women’s fashions), Velvet Chic (urban apparel, accessories, and gifts), Lace Silhouettes Lingerie (sleepwear), Cotton Company (quality sweaters, tops, and coats), Periwinkle Place (children’s clothes, gifts, and accessories), Sublime (high fashion clothes from leading designers, jewelry, and accessories), Hello, Sports Fans! (professional team and college apparel, novelties, and signed collectibles), Signatures by Karen Thompson (contemporary woman’s fashions), and Steel Magnolia (ladies apparel and accessories).
If you’re searching for toys or tasty treats, there’s Village Toy and Doll Shoppe (dolls, games, puzzles, stuffed animals, and kites), The Fun Place (games, puzzles, models, crafts, and books), Skip’s Candy Corner (chocolates and chocolate-dipped delicacies), Town Crier Bakery (breads, pies, cakes, and cookies, all freshly baked daily), and The Nut Kettle (roasted nuts, chocolate fudge, and gourmet products).
Savor the international flavor offered here by visiting Casa Casale (a variety of Italian products including glass, ceramics, home décor, jewelry and imported and domestic foods. There’s even an Expresso shop and bar and Casa Casale offers cooking lessons), The English Shop (home décor accessories and specialty food items), French Accents (French linens and accessories), A Touch of Britain (Royal family commemoratives, Irish and Scottish collectibles, and much more), The Celtic Rose (Irish woolens, ceramic, jewelry, books, music, and art) and Between the Seas…Traders of the Seven Seas (Mediterranean inspired home décor).
When you want to grab something to eat, there’s Sweet Lorraine’s (casual eatery, which serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner), Cock ‘n Bull Restaurant (features American classics and they offer a Sunday brunch buffet), Hart’s Tavern (light meals and pizza in a casual atmosphere), Peddler’s Pub (casual surroundings and generously portioned meals), Painted Pony Café (light food fare including chicken, fish, hot dogs, country pizza, and a salad bar), Earl’s Bucks County (150-seat capacity, full-service restaurant with meeting and banquet facilities, serves contemporary cuisine), and Pigadilly’s Ice Cream and Gelato (hand-dipped ice cream, soft-serve, and gelato).
When you’re looking to spend a day relaxing, visiting Skin ‘n Tonic (a full service day spa for women and men) will invigorate you. For wine connoisseurs, taking a tour of Chaddsford Winery (wine shop, tasting room, and sells premium and regional wines) will quench your thirst. If you love to do yoga, then River Yoga (open seven days a week) will calm you. There are several art galleries such as North Star Gallery (world renowned works from Simon Bull, Robert Finale and many more), Thomas Kinkade Gallery (collectibles from American’s most collected artist), Colette Sexton Gallery (original works of Bucks County native Colette Sexton), and Upstairs Gallery (original works from over 30 Bucks County artists) that will satisfy anyone on a quest for quality art.
For parents of small children, there’s no reason to fear taking the little ones. At Giggleberry Fair, kids can ride the indoor Grand Carousel, play in the game room, tackle Giggleberry Mountain, or frolic in Discovery Land. This family fun center has its own café, Painted Pony, and hosts birthday parties.
Thousands of people flock to this picturesque community every year to shop, admire the decorations, and visit Giggleberry Fair, but these are not the only attractions. The miniature replicas entered in the gingerbread competition are beautiful works of art that will awe everyone fortunate to behold them. Admission is free and it’s located in the Gazebo on the main green. The display is open until a half hour before the stores close. The stores are opened Monday through Saturday from 10:00 a.m. till 9:00 p.m. Sunday hours are 11:00 a.m. till 6:00 p.m.
If you’re looking for more than a holiday shopping experience, then visiting Peddler’s Village won’t disappoint. There are several bed and breakfast establishments in the surrounding area, including Golden Plough Inn (which is located directly in Peddler’s Village.) Plan a visit and sample the delicious hot apple cider while shopping in this unique community.
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