Homestead Antiques & Trading Co. — Local services in Carpinteria

A very nice and enjoyable antique shop. It's not huge, but still fun. As with any antique store with multiple vendors, the prices vary greatly depending on the vendor, but on the whole the prices here are on the high side. I did manage to find one great deal... but most things of interest were priced out of range. That said, I also just enjoy seeing things and they had some very cool items. One thing that shouldn't be missed is the shelves of vintage glass in the back of the store. I see vintage bottles all the time, but what is unique about these (other than the wonderful sorting job) is that they park each item with not only what it was, but where it was found! That's super cool. They don't except offers on anything under $50. That's always off putting. But whenever I'm in carpenteria... I'll...

Found a vintage writing desk with leather top in great condition for a good price! We couldn't take it home in our rental, but they held it for us without hassle until we could pick it up a week later. Super friendly and knowledgeable about products.

Many interesting finds. Definitely...

We bought several things at Homestead in Oct 2016, including a large wood table. They were so helpful in letting us pick up the table weeks later, when we could get a truck, to drive the table to San Diego. And they helped load it! Very nice, helpful, and the shop is full of...