wayside country store

When I was little we used to go there and get penny candy, things aren't quite a penny anymore but still a fantastic place to visit and a great place to find old New England items.

I LOVE going to this candy store. I love the caramels and the gummy sharks. The new product 'life-size gummy snakes' are ok, but not the best. when going here, be sure to hit the homemade chocolates :)

Came upon this store while in the area. It was very nostalgic and loved shopping here. They also have some Collectibles I their store. Old fashion candy in half of the building. Took me down memory lane. Bought a few items to share with my grown children to bring back some great memories and to introduce to a new generation (my granddaughter). When I come back to this area in November I will be sure to stop here again.

In the 60's my brothers and I would ride our bikes from Saxonville to the Wayside Country Store to buy candy. It has a great candy store in it. I had all but forgotten the experience until last week when I came back for a visit and was driving around. All these memories came flooding back. It is a nice place to stop and browse. Truly a blast from the past.

The Wayside Country Store is reputed to be one of the oldest continually operating stores in the country. It is defiantly a place to stop in this area. Next to it is Stephen Anthony’s restaurant, a great place to eat. Nearby is a historic area with the Wayside Inn dating from the revolutionary war and the subject of Longfellow’s poem” Stopping by the wayside”. Also the school house from “Mary had a little lamb”, an operating gristmill and the picturesque Mary Martha Chapel are close by on the same street.

Full of collectibles and souveniers. Lots of old photos of Marlborough, too. Also connected to a fantastic candy store so its worth the trip to come and browse and see what strikes your fancy!

Its truly a country store very much like travelling back in history and then finding just the right thing for your house or a gift. What they sell sparks memories of things that are part of your life and seems to convey that feeling so well. Even the special candy and fudge they sell fits that description. Take in the store, browse slowly and its hard to leave w/o finding something beautiful, meaningful and perfect to enjoy for years.

Delightful old time variety and sweets store-very nostalgic. Lots of take home souvenirs. Loved the benches out front-one labeled Democrats and the other Republicans.

I've been going here for over 50 years and recently visited with a 90-year old friend, who was like a kid in a candy store (there is a "penny" candy store attached). It's a great, little gift shop with some nostalgic items, as well as uniquely, New England items, such as soup crackers from Westminster, Massachusetts, and Vermont maple sugar candy and maple syrup. Outside are benches designated for "Republicans" and "Democrats". I especially like to go there around Christmas time. I routinely visit the candy store for rock candy drink stirrers.

This store gives you the feeling of the old days. It has a lot of charm. It is a great souvenier shop for those that visit. The best thing about this store is the attached candy shop. It has everything that you can remember you had as a child. The older you are the more memories you will have of all of these candies. I can remember candy cigarettes, taffy and razzles. It is such a great place to visit. We always shop here when we are waiting to for our table at the adjacent Stephen Anthony's Restaurant which is another gem. It is always crowded for breakfast because it is so great. I recommend both highly.

I stop by about every couple months for special flavored teas and candies. I purchase several gifts from their country store. They have small books that have lots of tidbits of information about New England areas. You have to visit at least once and see what they have!

This store will give you a nostalgic vibe. It is a fun place to visit. If you visit in the warmer months be sure to go around back for a view of the pond. Inside the store there is an interesting assortment of items, local items, unique items and more. The candy store is a must stop when visiting.

The country store carries more merchandise than you might imagine from the outside. A super place to get holiday items, including ornaments and stocking stuffers. The candy store that is connected is amazing. The gamut here runs from what used to be called "penny" candy to bars of milk or dark chocolate to Pez to some of the old-time brands you haven't seen in years. Great service in both sides of the house. Plenty of parking.

Do not go on an empty stomach, because you will be tempted by everything from maple syrup candy to oldtime goodies to sugar free/nut free sweets. Gifts for all price ranges and tastes, including top of the line truffles and barks. Next door you can find souvenirs, including local pottery and baked goods. Plenty of parking, well worth the visit.http://www.waysidecountrystore.com/candystore.htm

On father's day we decided to come and check out this store, One whole side is a great mix of new candy and old school "used to be a penny" specialty. There was a huge chocolate selection. I did notice seperate sections for sugar free candy and nut free candy,Thru the doorway is an old country store. They cater to locals and tourists, Marlboro/Sudbury items, books, sweaters, postcards. Uostairs they have some toys and puzzles.Very fun to walk around and see.