The Victorian village of Spring Lake is a national treasure for veteran shoppers. 80 or so fabulous little shops, each with unique things. Shopkeepers who are pleasant and have time to help you. Many of them were big time retailers before coming here, but now they revel in the slower pace, doing what they love, in a place where gentle qualities still count. If you want to shop where the innkeepers do, these are the ones we like best. Mention you are staying with us, they will treat you like visiting royalty.

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Teddy Bears by the Seashore, 1113 Third Ave., Spring Lake. The selection of children's wear and brand name bargains here are GREAT. Open seven days a week, they are there when you want to shop. They are too good to pass up. Don't miss it.

Third Avenue Chocolate Shoppe, 1118 Third Ave., Spring Lake. Hand made right in front of you, Matt Magyar, the crazy Hungarian, makes the BEST chocolates anywhere. Try the chocolate chicken leggs, yum!

Diane Turton Realtors, 1216 Third Ave., Spring Lake. 732-449-4441. Is Spring Lake your kind of town? Check with Barbara Furdyna or Dorothy K. They can work with you to make it happen. If you have an urge to investigate owning an inn, Barbara is the expert in that niche and knows about all the inns for sale in the area.

Oceans of Potions, 1111 Third Ave, Spring Lake, 732-449-4440. Maryellen has a 'potion' for every need - skincare, cosmetics, haircare, massage lotions, makeup - things you don't know you need until you stop in there. A great place for small gifts to take home (for the babysitter, perhaps!) Now offering facials.

Dreamkeeper, 304 Morris Ave, Spring Lake, 732-974-0184. Dreamkeeper owner, Terry, has gathered a unique selection of clothing, hand made jewelry, shoes, gifts and accessories. Here you will find such wonderful products as Citron, Gerties and By Taylor clothing (among many other labels), Dansko and Icon shoes, and the most wonderful hand made jewelry by Tabra and Echo of the Dreamer. Heidi Daus (another Jersey Girl) jewelry, Italian leather bags and fabulous scarves are also featured in this wonderful treasure filled shop.

Duxiana, 37 Broad Street, Red Bank. These are the sleep systems your back has been waiting for! The Sea Crest is the only place you can spend a whole night trying out a DUX bed. One of our current guests tried it out in Captain's Quarters on the recommendation of his chiropractor. He checked out of the Sea Crest and went right to the Red Bank store to order his very own. If you suffer from back pain or wake up tired, achy, or sore, this is the bed for you.

Karen's Boutique, 1212 Third Ave., Spring Lake. When you need something for that special occasion, head straight for Karen's. When you take along your credit card, you're in big trouble, (just joking). Karen has Fifth Avenue quality at small town prices.

Kate & Company, 1100 Third Ave., Spring Lake. English & Irish country pine furniture to die for. The scale and comfort of her pieces blow us away every time we visit. Back up the truck. You'll want it all!

Spring Lake Bottle Shop, corner of Third & Washington, Spring Lake. Marie Murray travels the world from southern France to northern California to bring you some of the BEST wines available in the east.

Egan's Liquors , 516 Warren Ave, Spring Lake, (across from train station) 732-449-7090. If Joe doesn't have what you want, he will get it! Great wine selection. Hop off the train from NYC, walk to Egan's to make your order, and he will deliver it to the Sea Crest ASAP.

Skuby and Co., 1106 Third Avenue, Spring Lake, 732-449-3700. Does your guy need a little wardrobe help? This is THE place at the Shore. Bring him to Bill Skuby and you won't believe the transformation. Corporate casual to weekend wear, Tommy Bahama, Indigo Palms, McKenzie Tribe.

Linger, 304 Morris Ave, Spring Lake, 732-449-9009. Come on in, take your coat off and stay a while. This cozy place encourages you to linger and consider the gorgeous lingerie. Cosabella, Chantelle, Simone Perele - all the top lingerie designers.

Camel's Eye, 1223 Third Ave., Spring Lake. Ladies' clothes and accessories with that casual, Spring Lake style. Lots of natural fabrics. They have every occasion covered.

Spring Lake Therapeutic Massage, 214 Jersey Ave., Spring Lake. Just the ticket after a hard day on the Sea Crest bikes. We have experienced massage from Helsinki to Tokyo, and we think Yvonne Perry is the BEST. Let us make the reservation for you.

Whimsicality, Third Avenue, Spring Lake, 732-449-9337. Elke has gathered the most beautiful collection of home furnishings and bath items you could imagine. Luxurious linens, gorgeous beds. She does terrific gift baskets, too. It's fun to just walk around and be inspired!

Thistledown Framing and Gallery 1405-1 Third Avenue. Kelly has a great selection of famous and local artists. Don't miss her special shows. They are the best.    

Urban Details, 1111 Third Ave, Spring Lake, 732-282-0013. A unique gift gallery featuring exclusive items such as hand blown glassware, original signed pottery, jewelry, spa products, candles, aromatherapy and much more. Each object is thoughtfully selected and hand picked to uplift the spirit and touch the soul. Urban Details has a wedding registry too.