I’ve written reviews for a few decades and have run my own business for over 20+ years, where customer service is obviously of paramount of importance. Fortunately and unfortunately, extremes in customer service drive reviews. This is one such experience that I will never forget! I’m writing this immediately after the incident. Buyer take note and beware.I’ve frequented this business for over a year. I have bought a few things and have enjoyed looking at the inventory. Should an item not sell by a particular date, the price is reduced. The reduction continues for a period of time until sold or the consigner picks up their item.Today (Saturday), while in the store, my fiancé found an item of interest that had reached its lowest price for over several weeks. My fiancé cordially asked the owner (Michelle Raymond) if she would take less on the price. Michelle clearly explained that the price was at its lowest price,. If the consigner did not pick up their item, the item would then be placed in the discount area at a price of 10% less the lowest ticket price. My fiancé asked when this would occur and Michelle said on Tuesday. My fiancé politely acknowledged this and she began to exit the store.Standing near the door of exit, my fiancé approached me and asked if I understood the policy. As we were discussing the policy, our conversation was abruptly interrupted, Michelle, charged at us with item in hand. With a feverish pace and angry tone, Michelle yelled at my fiancé, “You obviously need this more than I do,” and shoved the item at her chest and snapped the price tag from item. We were both shocked and speechless. My fiancé, was concerned for her safety with the aggressive, unprofessional, and loud actions of Michelle. As Michelle walked away, she yelled, “Never come back in my shop again.” We quietly exited, did not respond. Outside we gathered our thoughts and discussed the incident.Outside, we both agreed it was the most abusive retail experiences in both of our 50+ years old lives. We were threatened by Michelle’s unsolicited aggressive demeanor! We wondered if the business is suffering financially and the stress is getting the best of the owner. Time will tell. We can only pray she is just having a bad day.We felt is was necessary to contact the police and report this incident as we felt verbally and physically threatened.
I love to stop in this shop. So many treasures and great quality to be found here. It is always clean and very well organized. The owners and theirs dogs are very warm and welcoming too!
Best selection of quality items. We have made many purchases there.
Love going into this shop. Friendly, unobtrusive, helpful owners and staff. Clean, well-maintained items for sale at reasonable prices and always an exceptional variety of beautiful and/or unusual pieces.The only thing that isnt enjoyable is the very loud music. Each time Ive been in the music has been too high and one time high enough that it felt uncomfortable to be in the space. Obviously something not to lose a star over (for me at least), but worth noting.
Lovely items beautifully displayed.
I cant believe Ive never stepped in here before! What a cute neighborhood gem. Perfect afternoon stroll through well placed, well priced, classic items. It looks like Cape Elizabeth residents remodel their homes, and all their unnecessary furniture, dishes, and nicknacks come here. I cant stop thinking about a $40 mirror I saw. I will be back!
Lots of well curated items in very good condition at fair prices.
Great place to browse and always find something.
I work here. Its pretty neat
Got a bowl and use it every day.
Lots of new stuff daily