Antiques in Wells, ME

“I've been to this place many a time with my boyfriend. This is a multi-vendor store with everything from antiques, candles, trading cards, dvds, books, artwork, and more. You never know what you might find so it is hit or miss. We have encountered some unpleasant staff in the past, but also some great ones as well. Definitely worth a stop in to browse around.”

“A place that has something for everyone and for a great cause. It is my must stop every visit. A cheerful and friendly staff and the happy cats makes the experience stand out from the regular thrift shop.”

“We discovered Anytime Antiques on a recent vacation in Wells, Maine in July. A great find! The man who was working the counter both times that I went in was absolutely lovely, helpful and friendly. Customer service makes an experience, and I enjoyed shopping here because of this. Clean, beautifully arranged dealer spaces. I wish I lived closer, as it was my small car was packed with delightful and well-priced finds from here on the long drive home.”

“Went here during our vacation and was surprised by what they had in stock, it was a little of everything but mainly cat and dog stuff and at such reasonable prices too! The owner was very nice and pleasant, we loved shopping here, the space was small but it was worth it. As a lover of small businesses I would recommend this place for your animal lovers gifts and more! If we ever return we will be going back!”

“My wife and I were driving back through Maine and we had stopped at a number of Antique shops that day, it was the end of the day and we almost missed the Farm being slightly off Route 1, boy am I glad that we did not! The farm is a gorgeous house all set out with fantastic antiques. We arrived shortly before they closed and Hannah was so kind and gracious, she said we could keep looking even after hours. Both my wife and I are novices when it comes to antiques and Hannah was so patient with us and explained everything about different periods and showed us many different options. Not only are all the antiques beautiful but we had a wonderful shopping experience with Hannah. I could not recommend the Farm highly enough and definitely worth a visit. We will be back!”

“Had a great time here in late July. Joanne must either have been home that day or she is no longer around. A friend and I were not even in Maine to go to antique stores. But I asked if she minded if we made one stop! We ended up going into 4 shops here. A couple were closed. Turns out 3 of the 4 are relatives. First met a very nice older gentlemen who was friendly and shared great stories on items I was interested in or asked questions about. Another store was owned by his sister who was just as friendly. Third store was being ‘manned’ by the previous womens daughter. All had great things to look at. Bought a few small things but thoroughly enjoyed the owners company. My girlfriend even said ‘this is fun’. We should come again when we have more time. The last store had equally great things but had items that were not antiques just looked it, and were asking some very unreasonable prices. There were two women working in this store and I think it was the building furthest to the right. Beware in there. But they were still very pleasant. Some prices were high….but the items could have been worth it. The items I was interested in were all reasonable. Definitely no bargains but that doesn’t mean the items were not worth it. You just need to know your stuff or feel good about the price based on what you do know. I plan to head back up in October and can’t wait!!!!”

“Queen Anne’s Lace is one of my favorite destination shops in Wells, Maine or even the whole sea coast and I especially enjoy visiting with the shop ownr Joanne.
She is a little zany and eccentric and does tell stories about her inventory and her properties but that’s what I like, she’s not boring and snooty like most other shop owners in the area, she’s very personable! Her life stories are incredible!
Over the years I’ve purchased many coveted treasures here, some antiques, some not.. and that’s okay, she has a vast variety of merchandise between her locations, she has something for everyone.
I especially like her no cell phones in the store policy.. after all who wants to hear ringing phones and other peoples conversations while shopping.. I don’t and I’m sure she doesn’t either. As far as “hating kids” as stated in the other reviews… probably not the case… maybe she just doesn’t want them handling and fouling up her merchandise. She only takes cash.. no problem with that either.
Personally I’m surprised to read all the hateful reviews of Queen Anne’s Lace, because I highly recommend this shop and shop fabulous owner! Thanks for offering such amazing finds at such affordable prices, Joanne! I’ll be in for a visit soon!”