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RHODY GEM: A browser’s
By Karen Greco
Cory Farms Past & Presents
Gift and antiques store
We’re on the hunt for Rhody Gems! Every neighborhood has that secret, hidden, cool and unusual, or hole-in-the-wall spot that locals love. Email or tag us on social media using #RhodyGem to suggest yours, and we might just feature it!
What it is:
A charming farmhouse store o ering uncommon gifts and antiques sourced locally and from around the US and Europe.
Where to find it:
Look for an 1840s Greek Revival farmhouse on East Main Road. There’s a bus stop right out front.
What makes it a Rhody Gem?
This “perfectly curated” farmhouse store and antique gallery barn nestled on a two-acre bucolic parcel in Portsmouth was meant for meandering. The farmhouse features four distinctly themed rooms: a nautical room, a baby section, a formal wedding and gift room, and a farmhouse kitchen. New products are beautifully complemented by antique treasures, from English Victorian dining pieces to Swedish pillows made from vintage fabrics. Owner Denys Eftekhar refreshes the merchandise seasonally, drawing inspiration from the colors and traditions unique to each time of year. Of Swedish descent, her Nordic passion makes Christmas shopping a magical experience. “Time and time again, our customers compliment us on creating a ‘place of serenity, joy, and beauty,’” says Eftekhar. “We love to see our antique pieces rehomed and repurposed; their stories alone are often worthy of taking with you.”
Cory Farms Past & Presents
3124 East Main Road, Portsmouth CoryFarmsRI.com @coryfarmsri
