Jane Austen At Home — Local services in Carmel-by-the-Sea

While in town for lunch and an afternoon of leisure, my husband and I decided to stop in. (Well, I insisted we stop in and he so very sweetly agreed.) I am so glad we did. I was in tears and overcome with happiness in finding a 1st edition (14th printing) A Wrinkle in Time which I promptly purchased along with several note cards. This place is so fun! I could spend much longer just browsing through their collection. If you like Jane Austen or Alice in Wonderland, or if you're interested in this period, you...

I enjoyed finding this little gem tucked away behind the candy cottage. Very much what I was looking for, little souvenirs and trinkets galore and some excellent vintage collectables. I walked away with such beautiful memories and real treasures. I bought an antique Sterling silver teapot shaped tea infuser and the best loose leaf tea! I brought it home and it was better than I had anticipated. The shop keeper was just a doll. I can't wait to return to my new favorite gem in...

Terrible experience. The woman behind the counter glared at us while we browsed and was extremely rude. Even our friends who were outside by the windows noticed how she was looking at us. It was really uncomfortable. The moment I decided against buying anything she changed her tone immediately. The name of the store really isn't fitting.

I do not recommend this store and will...