Cotton Mill Flea Market
Address
1105 W Anderson St, Selma, North Carolina, 27576
Phone
+1 919-631-7138Loading map...
The Cotton Mill Flea Market in Selma, North Carolina is a unique antique store with a mission to rescue and care for animals in need. As described by one reviewer, it is a "gem" and "iconic landmark" known for its "wide variety of finds" and "a little something for every collector and visitor."
What sets this store apart is its dedication to animal welfare. According to reviews, the owner rescues and houses over 80 cats and dogs on the premises, providing them with food, medical care, and loving homes. As one customer noted, "the best part is that rescued dogs and cats are a part of their hearts and framework!" Visitors can interact with and even adopt the friendly furry residents during their shopping experience.
The store's inventory is described as offering "so many hidden treasures" and "amazing finds" across a wide range of antiques and collectibles. Reviewers have found "rusty gold" and "unique items you don't normally see" while exploring the store's many aisles. As one customer put it, "you would literally need an entire weekend to really go through this whole store."
Customers consistently praise the owner's "heart of gold" and "selfless" dedication to both the animals and the local community. Profits from sales go directly back into the animal rescue efforts. As one reviewer noted, "the owner is a pillar of the community and a voice for those unhoused, both human and animal!"
Despite some comments about the warm temperatures and animal smells, most customers seem to embrace the store's unique character. As one person stated, "if you don't like that then just don't go" - the animals and their welfare are the top priority. Overall, the Cotton Mill Flea Market is described as a treasure trove of antique finds combined with a heartwarming animal rescue mission, creating a one-of-a-kind shopping experience.
50 reviews
Megan Roberts
Absolutely LOVE this gem. There are so many hidden treasures through out the store and so many fur-babies to love on. In talking to the owner, I learned that there are so many furbabies because they rescue animals & ensure they get loved, fed & taken care of medically and they’re a non-profit! The reviews complaining about the smell are unnecessary. They clean up after the animals and it’s impossible to eliminate smells 100%. If you have issues with smells, maybe consider that prior to going. The place is not nasty, it’s just lived in by babies that needed saving!
Thank you so very much! The world needs more people like you in it! Hope to see you again soon!
Steve Edwards
A unique old place with lots of items you don't normally see. As for the smells and animals my wife is highly allergic to cats and other long fur for animals and she had no problem at all. I also saw one of the workers going around cleaning any areas that needed it. I did not know what she was doing until I happened to look at the reviews after I left. Now I realized. My wife left with an armful of unique items and we will definitely be back.
Thank you so much for your kind remarks! You are definitely someone we truly value and appreciate to have as a customer! Look forward to seeing you again soon!
Lauren Howell
Lots of goodies greats prices and the owner is a true blessing with a huge heart with a love for animals
Thanks! Really appreciate you shopping with us!
C. Gambino Jr.
My wife & I are resellers but also find items for our own home. This place is great to find great deals to keep or resell! I agree with the owner , this place is for animal lovers and if you’re a true treasure hunter you don’t mind getting a little dirty to find amazing pieces. We’ve 10x our purchase price from the rusty gold in this place!!!! Keep up the good work & God bless you.
Thank you...thank you..thank you!
Uncommon Care
Wonderful finds, with a owner who has a heart of gold. She treats the business and animals with a great deal of respect and love. The antique space offers a shelter to over 80+ animals in need, so keep that in mind.
Aww,thanks for the kind words and for understanding the real purpose for running the shop is to help animals. Please come again!
Mindy Hodgin
2024 update: still a great place to thrift! There is a lot more available than there was the first time we went, there really is something for almost everyone. Highly recommend! Original review: You would literally need an entire weekend to really go through this whole store. Yes, it's warm inside during the summer and the animal smell can be a little overpowering, but it says right on the door that they are an animal rescue, so if you don't like that then just don't go. They actually have a lot of really nice furniture and home decor. I'd bet there's quite a few hidden gems in here for someone with an eye for antiques.
Thank you so much for shopping with us and for loving our mission to help the animals!
Von Smith
Place is huge, lots of organization, specials, great knowing it goes to a good cause. All the animals you can pet. A lovely little dog jumped straight into my arms and we browsed the store together.
Animals always know hood people! Thanks for shopping with us. Hope to see you again!
Candlist Greenwell
Amazing finds!! AMAZING RESCUE, truly selfless people. All the animals are so friendly. Like the kids said CATS CATS DOGS!! LOVED finding items that helps the animals.
Thank you so much for the support! So nice meeting you and your kids! We love our travelers that find us! Hope to see you again on your next adventure this way! Thanks for the kind words.
Donna Witt
The SELMA COTTON MILL is a gem and iconic landmark for antiques and advocacy! Such a wide variety of finds and a little something for every collector and visitor! The owner and team provide friendly service with fair prices! Special seasonal events with discounted and free promotions are the regular! They do not bombard you with intrusive salesmanship and allow you the space to enjoy a leisure experience through the many aisles. The best part is that rescued dogs and cats are a part of their hearts and framework! Many animals have been placed to good homes because of this labor of love! Please enjoy meeting some of the pack! The owner is a pillar of the community and a voice for those unhoused, both human and animal! Profits from antique sales go right back into vetting for the animals and to assist those in need. Please make a point to visit SELMA COTTON MILL in Selma, North Carolina, off I 95. Your purchases help many!
Thank you so much..high praise..will continue to try and keep earning it!
Sandra Strickland
I love the Cotton Mill. I love antiques and things from the past and when I go there and take my time and go through each isle it takes me back. You can find amazing things there and Raylene is always willing to help you. She has a heart of pure gold and helps cats and dogs more than anyone I’ve ever seen!
Thank you so much for the kind words! Always look forward to helping you find treasures!