Whether it’s an unexpected guest or that hard to buy for relative, we all find ourselves out at the last minute looking for a holiday gift.  When the delivery dates are too close to risk it, heading out to some local spots can help you find a last minute gift that is not only unique, but also helps to support small business in the Locust Grove area.  Here are local shops to visit.

Locust Grove and Orange

Maddybugs Gifts Full of unique items, it’s the perfect place to pick up that last minute gift in Orange.

Deep Roots Home and Garden Center  This may not be the first place that you think of for gifts, but it should be.  During the Christmas season, the store transforms into a Christmas store.  Ornaments, stocking stuffers, things for children, and of course plants make this a great place to shop.  In addition to Christmas trees, you can grab a poinsettia or other indoor plant to gift to someone.  Deep Roots is located not far from Locust Grove on Route Twenty as you head towards the town of Orange. 

Orange County Roasters Grab any coffee fan in your life a few new coffees to enjoy from Orange County Roasters.

Skydive Orange An experience of a lifetime for any adventure seeker, Skydive Orange has gift certificates for those who would like to give a gift, but not experience it.

Market at Grelen or Grelen Downtown You can visit their garden shop in Somerset for a unique gift or check out Grelen Downtown in the town of Orange.

Restaurant Gift Cards Large chain restaurants aren’t the only ones that do gift cards. If you are buying a gift for someone local, you can grab a gift card to one of your favorite local restaurants. Witch’s Brew Cafe in Locust Grove offers gift cards perfect to treat someone with a delicious drink or pastry.

Culpeper

Culpeper is just a short drive away on Route Three and offers the added benefit of not having to deal with the heavier traffic in Fredericksburg. The downtown Davis Street area is filled with small shops and boutiques.

The Cameleer Travel around the world at this store in Culpeper as you peer at handmade items from all over the globe.  Handmade pottery, jewelry, clothing, and toys make a gift from this store special and unique.

Green Roost has something for everyone in the family.  Clothing for men, women, and children, home decor items, bags, and jewelry are all at the store and on their website.  

Reigning Cats & Dogs is the perfect stop for a gift for a pet owner and pet.  Featuring items for (you guessed it) cats and dogs along with humans, you are sure to find a gift here.

Pepperberries  This staple on Davis Street in Culpeper, Pepperberries offers a variety of items including home decor, handbags, beauty items, and even something for little ones.