We have to admit, we love when local farmers in Kentucky share the fruits of their labor with the community. Farmers’ Markets, roadside stands, and even events held right inside the farm gates are a few of the best ways to taste the local flavors of your area of the Bluegrass State. Located in the lovely town of Stanford, Sweet Annie’s Mercantile is a local produce and gift shop in Kentucky that sells homemade jams, fresh produce, charming decor, and more and is the sweetest place to stop when you’re in the area.
Located on a beautiful property at 64 Tech Way in Stanford is Sweet Annie’s Mercantile. A mercantile is also known as a general store and both have the same connotation as a charming, welcoming place with locals who are selling their delicious goods.
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And that’s exactly what you’ll find inside Sweet Annie’s. A reader told us about this place and it’s easy to see why she recommended it. If you are from Stanford, you likely already know about it, but a visit is an easy little road trip from Lexington and other nearby towns.
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Inside, you’ll be greeted with a friendly smile and that classic feel of a general store. The shop is typically open 10-4 on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday, but you’ll want to check their Facebook page, linked below, for the most updated hours.
Facebook/Sweet Annie’s Mercantile
The shop has fresh produce from the family’s farm and the availability varies with the seasons.
Facebook/Sweet Annie’s Mercantile
But you can almost always find homemade jams and jellies and other tasty items to add to your pantry. Can you imagine this barbecue bacon jam on a cheeseburger?!
Facebook/Sweet Annie’s Mercantile
Sweet Annie’s also has some decor if you’d like to add a touch of the farm to your home. They also have seasonal items for fall, Christmas, and other holidays.
Facebook/Sweet Annie’s Mercantile
The surrounding farmland in this area of Kentucky is all the proof you need to know that this is a special place. If you love a good local produce and gift shop in Kentucky, pay a visit to Sweet Annie’s.
Facebook/Sweet Annie’s Mercantile
Hopefully you have your own favorite local produce and gift shop in Kentucky, but if not, check out Sweet Annie’s Mercantile in Stanford. Or if you’re passing through the area on a Saturday, stop by for a friendly chat and to pick up a few local items. Have you happened upon Sweet Annie’s? Let us know in the comments and feel free to give your local produce and gift shop in Kentucky a shout out!
Facebook/Sweet Annie’s Mercantile
For more information, including the most up-to-date hours and offerings, follow along with Sweet Annie’s on Facebook.
And if you need a reason to visit the area, consider a stay at the idyllic Southern Viking Bed and Breakfast which is just down the street!
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Address: John Sims Highway, John Sims Hwy, Kentucky, USA
