A Stroll Down High Street: Shopping in Downtown Southampton

One of the simplest pleasures of staying in Southampton is the ability to park once and wander.

Downtown’s main street is lined with locally owned boutiques, specialty food shops, galleries, and wellness spaces — each with its own personality. Whether you’re looking for something to wear to the beach, a thoughtful gift, or a small reminder of your time by the lake, you’ll likely find it here.

Here are a few favourite stops.

A True Southampton Staple

Logan’s, affectionately known as “The Southampton Store,” is a longtime local favourite. It’s the place to find cozy sweaters, classic shirts, and easy pieces that let you take a little Southampton spirit home with you.

It’s the kind of shop you wander into for one thing and leave with two.

Coastal Style & Thoughtful Gifts

At The Licit Garden you’ll find a fun, slightly quirky boutique with a thoughtful heart. This small Southampton shop is passionate about sustainable and ethically produced goods, offering a carefully curated mix of décor, gifts, and lifestyle pieces. It’s the kind of place where everything feels intentional — whether you’re picking up a locally inspired keepsake or something beautifully made to bring home.

For effortless coastal fashion, Lac Boutique offer relaxed, beach-ready clothing for both women and men. Think breezy dresses, easy layers, and accessories that fit naturally into lakeside living.

For the Food Lovers

If you enjoy cooking — or simply love discovering new flavours — downtown has a few special stops worth visiting.

The Southampton Olive Oil Company offers a wide selection of infused olive oils and rich balsamic vinegars that make wonderful souvenirs (and elevate any home kitchen).

Just down the street, The Cook’s Cupboard is a dream for home chefs, stocked with spices, specialty ingredients, jams, sauces, and high-quality kitchenware.

Art & Local Creativity

Southampton’s creative spirit is alive and well.

At The Carol Norris Gallery, you’ll find photography and artwork inspired by the region’s landscapes. In fact, guests staying with us may recognize a Carol Norris original hanging in the Inn’s dining room — a quiet nod to the talent rooted in this community.

Galleries like this are a reminder that the beauty of Bruce County extends beyond its shorelines.

Wellness & Natural Living

Re:Mind Wellness General Store blends curated consignment fashion with natural skincare and wellness products. It’s a thoughtful space that reflects a slower, more intentional way of living.

The Inn uses all-natural products from Re:Mind in our guest rooms — and many guests ask where they can purchase the shampoo and soaps before they leave.

If you’re looking to unwind further, the Re:Mind Wellness Spa offers treatments from hot stone massage to facials and Reiki — a perfect complement to a weekend away.

A Little Something from the Inn

Before you leave, you might also stop by the Inn’s own small gift collection. From cozy apparel to keepsake pieces, it’s a simple way to take a bit of your stay home with you.

Shop Slowly

Downtown Southampton isn’t about rushing from store to store. It’s about wandering, discovering, and enjoying the rhythm of a lakeside town.

Some guests come for the beach and stay for the shops. Others find that the shops become part of the ritual of returning each year.

Either way, it’s all just steps away.