If you've been you know.

My first visit to the Christmas Loft made me giggle. First, it was one of those rare sunny hot days at the beginning of summer. I was wiping sweat off my brow just before going inside. I couldn't believe what I had walked into. It started with a cow greeting me, then a tree! I took a video trying to capture all of it. It's impossible to capture all of it without having a 3-hour video. So I took a 2 1/2-minute video instead.

The Christmas Loft is a family-run love affair with Christmas. It's been around since 1984. The North Conway Christmas Loft where no matter what you are looking for in holiday decor, you'll find it. Room after room of collectibles that aren't just displayed on shelves, but on gorgeous Christmas trees. And then there's Chester, the chestnut guy who says in the most Maine accent,

Chestnuts. Get your fresh hot chestnuts here.

Somehow he seems to be the most memorable character. I think you know why...

The Christmas Loft instagram
The Christmas Loft Instagram
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Need an ornament? The Christmas Loft has THE largest selection of ornaments in New England. They have over 10,000 unique ornaments, and if you are visiting grab your New Hampshire ornament. I guaranteed you've never seen anything like it. I swear Santa's workshop has got nothing on the Christmas Loft.

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Photo by krakenimages on Unsplash
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And definitely stop by the sister shop of Tricks and Treats right next door. Sure, it's heavy on Halloween, but the treats can be perfect in the summer.

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Tricks and Treats Facebook
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And these two North Conway MUST SEE places are nestled in the White Mountains. It's a great view!

 

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The Christmas Loft Facebook
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So if you are traveling to North Conway, make the Christmas Loft your new habit. Everyone can use a boost of Christmas spirit no matter what time of year it is!

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