The holiday season is around the corner, and the small businesses of Central Virginia are gearing up to help you find the perfect gift for everyone on your list. Shopping small is a great way to support the community, help strengthen your favorite local businesses, and grab unique, one-of-a-kind gifts that you wouldn't be able to find anywhere else. Our real estate agents have all of the key details on 6 great places to shop small in Central Virginia for the holiday season.

• Lazy Daisy Gift Shop – 4841 Commonwealth Centre Pkwy., Midlothian, VA 23112
  With multiple locations in Central Virginia, including one around the corner from Midlothian homes for sale, the Lazy Daisy Gift Shop is an excellent place to pick up gifts, holiday decorations, and so much more. What started as a small country gift shop has since grown into a hub for local vendors and artisans, where you can find that special gift for anyone on your shopping list.
  
  
• Cocoanut Jewelry – 405 N. Ridge Rd., Henrico, VA 23229
  A local favorite in the Richmond area for more than 45 years, Cocoanut Jewelry has recently moved to a new location near Henrico homes for sale. This new permanent location features all of your old favorites, including beautiful, handcrafted jewelry, clocks, the perfect frame for any picture, and plenty more. Whether you're looking for an elegant piece of jewelry for that special someone or a truly unique piece of home décor, you can find it at Cocoanut Jewelry.
  
  
• Adiva Naturals – 1802 E. Franklin St., Richmond, VA 23223
  All-natural skin and hair care products are the name of the game at Adiva Naturals, which has been operating in the same location close to Richmond homes for sale for nearly 20 years. With soaps, shampoos, conditioners, lotions, and luxurious bath bombs, Adiva Naturals has something for everyone.
  
  
• Second Hand Rose – 11 N. Sycamore St., Petersburg, VA 23803
  You won't have to travel far from Petersburg homes for sale to find some truly distinctive vintage clothing this holiday season, thanks to fantastic local shops like Second Hand Rose. With a focus on clothing produced between the 1920s and 1980s, Second Hand Rose offers items for women, men, and children of all ages. In addition to clothing, you can find jewelry, purses, shoes, and hats that are sure to impress.
  
  
• The Boho Basement – 4924 W. Broad St., Richmond, VA 23230
  With more than 40 local vendors, artists, creators, and vintage curators selling a vast variety of items, The Boho Basement is the ideal place to find something for those "hard to shop for" people on your list. This shop also hosts the fun Merry & Bright Holiday Shop Crawl starting on Black Friday, making it easier than ever to shop local.
  
  
• The Shops at 5807 – 5807 Patterson Ave., Richmond, VA 23226
  Looking for a place where you can find something for nearly everyone on your list in one convenient location? The Shops at 5807 have you covered, with more than 30 outstanding local vendors under one roof. The many vendors here offer jewelry, clothing, toys for kids, home décor, boutique fashion, art, and even items for your pets.

There's no place like home for the holidays, and our local real estate team is here to help you find the perfect place to settle down. Contact us to buy and sell homes in your favorite Central Virginia communities.