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Take It or Leave It

4.6(8 reviews)

Address

186 Madaket Rd, Nantucket, Massachusetts, 02554

Contact & Hours
MondayClosed
TuesdayClosed
Wednesday9AM-1:30PM
Thursday9AM-1:30PM
Friday9AM-1:30PM
Saturday9-11:30AM
Sunday9-11:30AM
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About This Store

Take It or Leave It: A Unique Thrift Store Experience in Nantucket

Nestled in the charming coastal town of Nantucket, Massachusetts, Take It or Leave It is a one-of-a-kind thrift store that has captured the hearts of locals and visitors alike. With no website or Facebook presence, this store has built a reputation solely through word-of-mouth and the enthusiastic reviews of its loyal patrons.

As the name suggests, the store operates on a "take it or leave it" philosophy, offering an ever-changing array of donated items that customers can peruse and claim as their own. According to one reviewer, Mr_Konkey_Moments, "this place was a true treasure trove, where you never know what hidden gems you might uncover." Another customer, DWF, raved about the "fabulous stuff" and the "always different things every time we went."

The inventory at Take It or Leave It is truly eclectic, as evidenced by the diverse range of items mentioned in the reviews. One customer, jameson heise, humorously noted that they were able to find "a bike, a play shield, and a shirt for free in one stop," highlighting the store's ability to cater to a wide variety of needs and interests.

Beyond the unique merchandise, customers also seem to appreciate the store's role in promoting sustainability and environmental responsibility. As Pamela Babbidge pointed out, "it is a super way to help the environment by donating your stuff for reuse." This sentiment is echoed by another reviewer, James Durette, who suggested that "might find a hidden treasure for sure!" at Take It or Leave It.

The overall customer experience at Take It or Leave It appears to be one of excitement and discovery. As Dara Foundyller eloquently stated, "The best shopping on the island. Don't believe anyone who tells you they have never been.to the Nantucket dump." This playful reference to the store's unconventional location underscores the sense of adventure and serendipity that customers seem to associate with their visits.

As one reviewer, Dave Evans, simply put it, "Get find lots of good stuff if your patient" at Take It or Leave It, encapsulating the store's unique charm and the joy of the hunt for its devoted patrons.

Customer Reviews
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Mr_Konkey_Moments

Mr_Konkey_Moments

Take it or leave it. this place was

DWF

DWF

Fabulous stuff - always different things every time we went. I wish more places around our country had programs and set-ups like this - the people of Nantucket are very lucky to have it!

James Durette

James Durette

might find a hidden treasure for sure!

Dara Foundyller

Dara Foundyller

The best shopping on the island. Don't believe anyone who tells you they have never been.to the Nantucket dump.

jameson heise

jameson heise

Where else can you get a bike, a play shield, and a shirt for free in one stop?

Pamela Babbidge

Pamela Babbidge

Take it or leave it is awesome! You just never know what people will drop off when you are there. Antiques, collectibles and stuff you need. Plus it is a super way to help the environment by donating your stuff for reuse.

Dave Evans

Dave Evans

Get find lots of good stuff if your patient

Gerry Gianutsos

Gerry Gianutsos

It used to be much better before people started hanging out there all day cherry picking anything good. Occasionally a decent find, though.

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