Country Shops 8th Annual Tour December 7th & 8th, 2013
WELCOME to the country roads of North Central Massachusetts. On the weekend of December 7-8, 2013 you are invited to visit our 16 shops for a fun- filled Christmas tour. Relax, shop to your heart's content at locally owned businesses and share the holiday cheer. Enjoy the hospitality, charm and warmth of family stores where folks are truly glad you stopped by. Be sure to pick up your free stamp card at any shop. Have your card stamped at each stop and be eligible to win great prizes.
This year's grand prize is a Santa from Country Mischief and gifts and gift certificates valued at over $600 from the 15 other shops. Second prize is a collection of gifts and gift certificates valued at over $300.Third place prizes are awarded to sixteen winners as a $10 gift certificate redeemable at a designated shop.
Customers are invited to cruise our beautiful back roads as they visit one of a kind country shops that believe in preserving old New England traditions. The farm stands, craft shops, and eateries participating in Country Roads will offer trees, wreaths, local food, baked goods, hand- made wood crafts, antiques, rural home decorations, fabrics, hand-crafted garments, and many other quality gifts. Our Country Roads shops are family businesses that joined together in 2005 with a common desire to promote and support the local community. The 16 shops are about 27 miles from Worcester, 32 miles from Keene, NH, 56 miles from Springfield and just 60 miles from Boston! Pick up our brochure to view a map and more details about each of the wonderful businesses included in this tour of North Central Massachusetts! Remember, regular business hours may vary seasonally and from store to store.
The Shops Along the Way...
White Picket Studio
95 North Main Street
Petersham, MA
978-724-8823
www.whitepicketsstudio.com
The studio of Sara and Fabio Deponte features a gallery and framing shop. Here you’ll find original equestrian fine art, watercolors, oils, and acrylics, as well as limited edition giclee prints, and notecards.
Hartman’s Herb Farm & Bed & Breakfast
1026 Old Dana Road
Barre, MA
978-355-2015
www.hartmansherbfarm.com
Hartman's is a family owned and operated gift shop, bed & breakfast, and also others a beautiful post & beam wedding/function room. We offer custom made dried flower wreaths, centerpieces and arrangements, gift items and baskets, jellies, preserves and spices, as well as fresh herbs and perennials. Classes offered in fall and winter.
Country Antiques
250 Ward Hill Road
Phillipston, MA
978-249-7517
Country Antiques is a quaint little shop with an unusual array of primitives, glassware and collectables. Take a nice country drive and enjoy our beautiful view of Wachusett Mountain.
We are open only by chance or by appointment. Please give us a call.
Krafter’s Krossing
58 Rice Road
Templeton, MA
978-939-8572
Krafters Krossing has been open since 2006. Being a consignment shop brings in lots of local talent. Chris's eye for style is apparent as you enter the shop and find something special. Florals, hand painted signs, wood furniture, jewelry and so much more fill the store. Kirk has discovered his talent for repurposing and hand painting furniture. Special orders are welcome.
Popple Camp Alpacas
Rte.101
335 Petersham Road
Phillipston, MA
978-939-5586
email: Popple Camp Alpacas
Our farm at Popple Camp features warm gloves, mittens, hats, socks and more made from our own yarn. Alpaca fibers are hollow, creating the natural layer effect so desired by modern outdoorsmen. Popple Camp Alpacas can be found at local farmers markets and craft fairs throughout the year.
Heather Croft Quilt Shack
Rte. 2A
633 Patriot Road
Templeton, MA
978-939-1207
Heather Croft Quilt Shack is a cozy shop full of Bev Ferran’s hand-made quilts and crafts. Over 1000 bolts of fabric grace the shelves. Purchase rug wool by the pound and sign up for lessons with Bev. A great stop for quilters and non quilters alike.
Petersham Leathers
Rte. 101
200 Popple Camp Road
Petersham, MA
978-724-3541
Petersham Leathers creates finely-tailored contemporary classic leather garments, belts, bags, briefcases and luggage. We are a custom shop and specialize in one of a kind and unusual fit.
The Kitchen Garden
268 Baldwinville Road
Templeton, MA
978-939-8558
www.kitchgarden.com
The Kitchen Garden is a New England country store with a touch of Scandinavia. Homemade baked goods fresh from our kitchen and a great cup of coffee is always a treat. Finnish coffee bread is our specialty. You'll also find a treasury of books, specialty foods and gift items, many of them made right here in New England, seasonal fresh produce, local cheeses, and so much more! We are open year round and closed on Mondays.
Whiting Farm
Route 2A
Phillipston, MA
978-939-4362
978-249-7637
Whiting Farm began as a Christmas tree plantation on family land. Take an old-fashioned family outing to our plantation where you can chose and cut your own Christmas tree. Stop by our Carriage Shed Gift Shop for directions to the tree farm. Spend a few minutes looking through our one of a kind shop where you can purchase one of our precut trees, handmade green wreathes or kissing balls!
King Phillip Restaurant
35 State Road
Phillipston, MA
978-249-6300
www.kingphillip.com
The King Philip Restaurant is a full service restaurant featuring an American style menu. Relax in our lounge and enjoy our spectacular fireplace; catch some live music on weekend evenings. Our Motor inn has 12 comfortably furnished rooms. Dairy Bar open seasonally.
Colonial Hill Alpaca Farm - B & B
235 North Main Street (Rte. 32)
Petersham, MA
978-724-0301
www.colonialhillalpacafarm.com
Come feel the difference at Colonial Hill. Our Bed and Breakfast is a 1742 colonial post and beam home. Relax by one of our 5 fire places, watch the alpacas serenely graze, and let the pleasures of life sooth your soul. Browse our shop for an excellent selection of elegant alpaca apparel, hand painted yarn from our animals and much more.
Down to Earth Nursery
450 Royalston Road
Phillipston, MA
978-249-8720
Down To Earth is a family owned nursery and gift shop. We specialize in annuals, perennials, holiday greenery and hand crafted wood products made on site by Dave. Be sure to order early for our famous kissing balls, wreaths and greenery arrangements.
Country Folk Gift Shop
162 Baldwinville Road
Templeton, MA
978-939-5504
www.templetonfurniture.com
Country Folk Gift Shop is a family owned and operated gift shop nestled into Templeton Furniture. We have 2 rooms of country style gifts displayed in and on our furniture for great decorating ideas. Much of our high quality furniture in the gallery is locally made. Stop by and enjoy our friendly atmosphere while you shop.
Red Apple Farm
455 Highland Avenue
Phillipston, MA
978-249-6763 1-800-628-4851
www.redapplefarm.com
Red Apple Farm is a 4th generation New England family farm. Our farm stand and store, open July through December, is full of country goodness and charm. In addition to picking your own fresh fruit in season, we feature fresh baked goods, home-made fudge, hot cider doughnuts, all natural cider, farm fresh fruits and vegetables, and locally made products in our store.
Smith’s Country Cheese
20 Otter River Road
Winchendon, MA
978-939-5738
www.smithscountrycheese.com
Smith’s Country Cheese is a farmstead cheese producer. The milk used to produce our Gouda, Cheddar, and Havarti cheeses comes from our 200 Holstein cows. At our retail store you can purchase our cheese, other New England cheeses, our own ground beef, Aristocrat chicken pies, Yankee Candles, along with many unique gift items.
Nouveaux Riches
7 Central Street
Baldwinville, MA
978-652-5071
Experience a feeling of yesteryear. Enjoy browsing two floors of antiques, vintage and decorative treasures in an 1850’s bank building. There’s something for everyone, collectables, a gift to give, a great find to take home. It’s all here with great prices and friendly helpful services.
We are a select consignment group shop, always looking for unique treasure. Open Wednesday through Sunday 11-5.
Country Mischief
On The Common
Templeton, MA 978-939-5460
and
36 Baldwinville Road
Templeton, MA 978-939-5386
www.countrymischief.com
Country Mischief is a treasure trove of 18 rooms filled wall to wall with antiques, furniture, primitives, lighting and great gift ideas. Enchanting for all ages, make sure you have plenty of time to peruse both of our historic antique buildings. Enjoy our wonderful restaurant, too.
Come See What's New This Year!