The Birds Nest Antiques & Collectibles

The Birds Nest is a quaint little shop located at 215 Main Street in Groton next to The Bun – Appétit Bakery. What sets The Birds Nest apart from other antique shops is that the inventory isn’t brought in by antique dealers who are looking for a big profit, but by local people who are looking to get a reasonable price for the items they have collected or inherited in their lifetimes. The shop is owned and operated by Chip Miller who is a long time 20+ years resident of Groton, so she works hard to keep her reputation in great standing. The shop receives 33 % of the selling price of each item and the contract runs for a 60 day period, so if you see something that catches your eye – buy it then as it may not be there when you come back. The good side of this is there is always something new when you stop in and not the same things you saw 6 months ago. There is new inventory coming through the door almost everyday. The inventory includes antique furniture, Depression glass, Waterford, Fenton Art glass, Fostoria, Carnival, knick knacks, beautiful linens and doilies, Christmas tablecloths, plus a good selection of prints and art work. There is also a good selection of Gold, Sterling, vintage and modern Jewelry. The Birds Nest also buys Gold, Sterling Silver and other select items. Chip also puts selected items on eBay for her consignors if she feels this is the best way to sell the item. Some consignors like to price their own items and Chip will allow this as long as she feels the price is a sellable price. So if you have some items you would like to sell or some you would like to consign – stop and see Chip. She will make sure you get a fair price for your items. The Birds Nest does extend over into the bakery’s  dinning room where you can sit and have a pastry, a homemade egg salad sandwich on homemade bread, homemade soup or just to relax and think about purchases you would like to make. The Birds Nest is Open 10 – 4 Tuesday – Saturday.  607-898-1030