If you love charming small towns, great food, and afternoons spent browsing antique shops, then we’ve got a road trip for you. Just a 45 minute drive from Glens Falls sits the lovely village of Cambridge, NY and it’s one of our go-to weekend day trips. Read on for some favorites from our recent jaunt, and if you go - don’t forget your appetite…and an empty trunk for all of your newfound treasures.
Eat + Drink
King Bakery Donut Cart: The most delicious donuts and pastries served fresh out of an old Freihofer’s wagon - need we say more?! Every Sunday morning a line forms at the beloved King Bakery Donut Cart parked at the end of the driveway at 108 West Main Street - and take it from us, it’s worth the short wait (which goes even quicker chatting with friendly folks in line!). The glazed are an absolute must, and you might as well grab some scones, danish, and good old fashioned cinnamon buns while you’re there too.
Round House Bakery Cafe: [Update as of March 2021: Round House Bakery Cafe has closed] A frequent stop for us when we find ourselves in Washington County, Round House is a cozy cafe reminiscent of an old country store. You’ll find some amazing sweet treats in the bakery case and cookie jars, but you’ll definitely want to linger for a sandwich (the Mediterranean is a favorite of ours). Of course, don’t leave without a ginger spice cookie (or three!).
Argyle Brewing Co. Tasting Room: Around the corner from the Cafe, a cold beverage awaits in an old train depot! While we love enjoying the picnic tables and fresh air in the summer, the charming interior of the depot is cozy and welcoming in the cooler months - and they’ve got a great lineup of music coming over the next couple of months as well.
See, Do + Shop
Cambridge Valley Farmers Market: Another great reason to make your trip on a Sunday (in addition to the King Bakery Donut Cart) is the Sunday Farmers Market. During the warmer months you’ll find the vendors on the lawn in front of the Argyle Brewing Co. Depot Taproom, but this time of year it’s held in the Lovejoy Building across the way - a charming barn behind Hubbard Hall. While we wanted one of everything, we left with a delicious baguette from Earth Sky Time Community Farm (because you can never have too many carbs).
Battenkill Books: The type of bookstore that everyone would want to have in their town. Friendly and warm, with a fantastic selection of bestsellers and classics alike (and children’s books, too!). We love giving books as Christmas gifts, and this will be the perfect spot to do some shopping while supporting a local independent bookstore.
Also - did you know that this bookstore has been continuously running (albeit with different owners and names) in Cambridge for 35 years?! Amazing.
Valley Artisans Market: We’re always thrilled to see a vibrant and talented arts scene in the towns we visit, and Cambridge was no different. The Artisans Market (located alongside the Round House Bakery Cafe) is an arts cooperative with a fantastic spectrum of hand-crafted work on display, including oil paintings, sculpture, ceramics, and so much more. The perfect place to shop for a unique holiday gift!
Antiques
Blacksmith Antiques: Absolutely filled to the brim with unique finds, it’s exactly the kind of place you’d see on American Pickers (which somehow always seems to be on tv at our house). We’re looking forward to coming back with a bit more time to peruse the aisles of old bottles, books, paintings and prints, “smalls” and so much more. A hidden gem, for sure.
Cambridge Antiques Center: With a little bit of everything spanning two floors, we always love to pop in here to see what’s new. From the ever popular blue and white ginger jars and chinoiserie lamps to beautiful antique furniture, lighting, and rugs, there’s something for everyone (and there’s a decent chance you’ll spend the afternoon!).
Jack’s Outback Antiques: Right next door to Cambridge Antiques, don’t miss Jack Metzger’s Gallery and Antiques. One of the best parts about browsing for antiques is hearing the stories behind them, and Jack, the owner, always has the story at the ready. We love the old signage here, as well as Jack’s one of a kind sculptures.
Hubbard Block: Just down the street from the Cafe, don’t miss Hubbard Block for antiques, folk art, and country collectibles. With a fantastic selection of seasonal items, this is a perfect stop as we head into the holidays. You won’t want to miss the Christmas room - plenty of antique and vintage ornaments and decor to get you in the spirit.
On our list for next trip: We’re looking forward to catching a performance at Hubbard Hall next time - check their events calendar here to see if something is playing while you’re in town!
Also, we can’t wait to see what Lakota’s Farm has in store next year - we had the most wonderful evening at one of their Farm to Table dinners this past summer, and we’re sure they have even more great events up their sleeve on their beautiful property in 2020!
Until next time, Cambridge! If you’ve got any area favorites we should add to our list for next trip, we’d love to hear!
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Our Road Trip series is fueled by Stewart’s Shops.
The gas gauge on our Wagoneer is stuck on full, so we fill up with gas every couple of hours. We’re always on the lookout for a Stewart’s to fuel up with non-ethanol, and lucky for us, there’s one right in Cambridge. Couldn’t resist grabbing a coffee for our morning stroll through the village, too.
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