by Katie Salvatore
The Lake Sunapee region has a wonderful selection of thrift shops and consignment stores.
You can find everything from lightly used clothing to furniture, kitchen and household items, jewelry, books, and even sports equipment.
255 Newport Rd
New London, NH 03257
Boutique: 603.526.8200
Home and Gallery: 603.526.8201
Go Lightly opened in 2009 and their great success has led to multiple expansions. The Boutique soon out grew its original space with all its women’s clothing. They have designer and vintage clothing, shoes, bags, jewelry, coats, and other accessories.
If you’re looking for a unique outfit, this is the place to go! Items are only in store for 55 days, so the store is always in season and constantly updated.
Recently, the Go Lightly Home and Gallery opened. It has furniture, serving pieces and art. It’s a great place to find gifts or to add to your own home!
Hours:
Monday – Friday: 10 – 5:30
Saturday – Sunday: 10 am – 4 pm
Source of items: Consignment
St Andrew’s Thrift Shop is temporarily closed
52 Gould Rd
New London, NH 03257
603-526-6590
Attached to St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church, but with a separate entrance. This low-priced shop is run by volunteers and benefits the Church and local charities. They have a wide range of clothes for the whole family, as well as bedding and other household items. They accept donations without an appointment.
Hours are Monday – Friday, 10 am to 2 pm.
Source of items: Donations
107 Newport Rd
New London, NH 03257
603-526-6711
The Renaissance Shoppe specializes in unique furniture and household items. Everything is donated (and all donations are tax-deductible). All profits go to the Lake Sunapee Region Visiting Nurse Association and Hospice. If you need anything for your home, a special set of china, a new table, one-of-a-kind jewelry, they will have it.
Their rotating-stock is held in the store and across the parking lot in extra storage. They often have unique items, like a wheeled popcorn machine, and more common items like appliances, kitchen necessities, or couches. Their knowledgeable volunteers are extremely helpful in finding the right piece for you!
The store is located behind the VNA building and has its own parking.
Hours:
Tuesday – Saturday: 10 am – 4 pm
Source of items: Donations
2 Mill Village Rd.
Goshen, NH 03752
The Old Man has all the toys!
Game tables, antique toys, music & sports memorabilia, sporting equipment, tools, funky furniture & more.
Open Sat & Sun 12 to 4.
facebook.com/oneman.junk
Second Beginnings Children’s Boutique
30 Sargent Rd.
Sunapee, NH 03782
(603) 763-0233
AND
109 Pleasant St.
Claremont, NH 03743
(603) 542-1848
Second Beginnings offers clothes (including many brand names) for children from babies to juniors, adult clothes for men and women, as well as maternity clothing.
They also have toys and items for babies. The stores are run by Good Beginnings, which provides family support services for children and parents in New Hampshire. They accept both monetary and clothing donations.
Hours:
Sunapee:
Monday – Saturday: 10 – 4 pm
Claremont:
Monday -Friday 10 am – 4 pm Saturday 10 am – 2 pm
Source of items: Donation
Newport Thrift Shoppe is temporarily closed
John Stark Hwy.
Newport, NH 03773
(603)863-2284
This large store has about anything you could need. They have clothes for all people and ages, many household items, accessories, books, and toys.
Additionally, they have vintage and seasonal items and frequent sales. Stop in to see their full range of items! This store benefits the Newport Service Organization.
Hours:
Monday – Saturday 10 am – 4 pm
Source of items: Donation
Closet Treasures
5 Willis Way
Newbury, NH 03255
(603) 865-1898
https://www.facebook.com/Closet-Treasures-252408841522515/
This consignment shop has clothing for all ages and people. Items must be like-new or lightly used. Some of their items include: bathing suits, toys, gowns, shoes, and the occasional bicycle or stroller.
They also have books (including many for children). Lots of items are priced at $1 or $2! For terms of consignment, see their website and, for new or unique items, follow them on Facebook.
Hours:
Tuesday-Saturday 9:00am-6:00pm
Sunday 10:00am-3:00pm
Source of items: Consignment