Trailside Treasure
Antique storeTrailside Treasure is a antique store in Columbia, CT. You’ll find it at 1 Cards Mill Road, Columbia, CT 06237. It’s one of 2 secondhand and resale shops we track in Columbia.
The store keeps hours six days a week, including Sunday, staying open as late as 5 PM on its longest days. It’s closed on Tuesday. Thrift hours change seasonally and around holidays, so a quick call before a long drive is worth it.
Antique dealers price by research, age, and provenance, so expect fewer accidental bargains but far more depth per shelf — furniture, glass, jewelry, and collectibles with real history. Many dealers negotiate on larger pieces, especially for cash.
6 more secondhand shops are within driving distance, listed below, so it can anchor a longer thrifting circuit.
Store information
- Address
- 1 Cards Mill Road, Columbia, CT 06237
- Hours
- Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PMTuesday: ClosedWednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PMThursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PMFriday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PMSaturday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PMSunday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PMHours can change — call ahead to confirm.
- Phone
- +18602149459
Before you go
- Bring cash and ask politely whether there is any flexibility on price — many dealers discount 10–20% for cash.
- Check marks, joints, and repairs; a phone photo of the maker’s mark lets you look up comparable sold prices before you commit.
- Measure doorways and your vehicle before falling for a large piece — most antique stores are cash-and-carry.
- Sunday hours are on file (8 AM – 5 PM), so it fits a weekend circuit.
Thrift & secondhand stores near Columbia
The Tag Sale Spot on 66
Secondhand store22 Route 66 East, Columbia, CT0.1 mi
Sa-Su 10:00-16:00
The Salvation Army
Thrift store316 Pleasant Street, Willimantic, CT1.6 mi
Monday CLOSED; Tuesday 9:00 am to 2:00 pm; Wednesday 9:00 am to 2:00 pm
Lighthouse Antiques & Re-Sale
Antique store10 CT-66, South Coventry, CT1.7 mi
Mansfield Drive-In Flea market
Flea marketMansfield City, CT1.9 mi
Su 08:00-14:00
The Salvation Army Family Store
Thrift store195 Storrs Rd, Mansfield Center, CT2.6 mi
Thrift & Gift Shop
Thrift store1364 Main Street, Coventry, CT4.7 mi
🏺 How to Price Antiques and Collectibles You Find at Thrift Stores →
A research method for valuing old things: identifying marks and makers, finding sold comparables, grading condition, weighing rarity against demand, knowing when an appraisal is worth paying for, and avoiding reproductions.
🏠 How Estate Sales Work →
What estate sales are, how to find them, how pricing and discount days work, sign-in sheets and early lines, last-day half-off strategy, etiquette, and how they compare with thrift stores.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Trailside Treasure located?
Trailside Treasure is located at 1 Cards Mill Road, Columbia, CT 06237.
What are Trailside Treasure’s hours?
Listed hours: Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Tuesday: Closed; Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Saturday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Sunday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Hours can change — call ahead at +18602149459 to confirm.
Is Trailside Treasure open on Sunday?
Yes — Trailside Treasure lists Sunday hours of 8 AM – 5 PM.
What kind of store is Trailside Treasure?
Trailside Treasure is a antique store in Columbia, CT.
Are there other thrift or secondhand stores near Trailside Treasure?
Yes — we list 6 other secondhand, thrift, consignment, vintage, or antique stores within about 50 miles. See the nearby stores section on this page.
Browse all thrift stores in Columbia, CT or explore all of Connecticut. Spot an error? Send a correction.
Listing last updated from public listings and open map data.