Harrisburg PA

If you've been looking at Harrisburg homes for sale and would like to find a place for a weekend getaway near, you'll have your choice of several unique destinations. Whether you prefer skiing and other snow sports, a romantic getaway, or a lodge with an indoor water park for the kids (and adults!), you'll find it in the Harrisburg area.

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In today's market, many consumers are attempting to ditch the big-name stores, opting to take their business to smaller boutique shops. We certainly can't blame them. You could spend all day exploring these wonderful hotspots in the Harrisburg area alone.

There are quite a few boutiques to choose from, so our real estate agents have narrowed the list by discussing some of their favorites.

• Ideas & Objects — 320 Market St., Harrisburg, PA 17101
  Let's start with one of the best-named boutiques on our list. Ideas & Objects is a sweet little specialty shop where you'll find women's clothing, home accessories, creative gifts, and a variety of personal items. This has been a local favorite for many years, not only because of their eclectic collection of items but also because the owners and staff are extremely friendly. Located in Strawberry Square, this place is a must-see.
  
  
• Zaina's Boutique — 2617 Brindle Dr., Harrisburg, PA 17110
  If you're a woman who's looking for chic or modern fashion, you need to head out right now to Zaina's Boutique. This amazing shop has everything from dresses and blazers to leather sandals and shoulder bags. It's also filled with tons of jewelry and accessories to highlight or accent any outfit. Take a look around, and you'll find something to match every style and taste.
  
  
• Nyianga Store — 1423 N. 3rd St., Harrisburg, PA 17102
  The Nyianga Store is definitely one of the most unique boutiques on this list. This wonderful shop is well-known for its collection of African-American clothing for men, women, and children. You can find tons of amazing styles you simply can't get anywhere else. They also have an amazing selection of African paintings, masks, and more. It's one of the most treasured hotspots in all of Pennsylvania.
  
  
• Stash Vintage — 11 S. 3rd St., Harrisburg, PA 17101
  Stash Vintage is one of the most incredible boutiques in Harrisburg. What started as a small endeavor in 2013 has become one of the most easily identified stores in the area. Partnered with The Midtown Dandy (which we'll get to soon enough), this shop has tons of vintage clothing, shoes, jewelry, and accessories. It's also filled with a variety of small vintage furniture items, housewares selections, plants, art, and more.
  
  
• The Midtown Dandy — 11 S. 3rd St., 1st Floor, Harrisburg, PA 17101
  Now we come to one of the most popular clothing boutiques for women's fashion. The owners spend a lot of time searching through the racks of thrift stores, consignment shops, garage and estate sales, and anywhere else they can find quality clothing in need of being rescued. Perhaps the best thing about The Midtown Dandy is you'll never have to worry about being stuck with subpar clothing because they only offer the very best.

Are you ready to find a home in the Hershey or Harrisburg areas close to one of these amazing boutiques? Contact us if you're in the market to buy or sell your home, and one of our friendly agents will get you started.

Fall is almost here, and you know what that means—time for apple picking! The area around our Harrisburg homes for sale has plenty of pick-your-own apple farms for your family's next weekend outing. Here are a few of the orchards we are returning to year after year.

1. Mt. Airy Orchards – 522 East Mount Airy Road, Dillsburg, PA 17019
   Mt. Airy Orchards' picturesque fields are brimming with 25 varieties of apples, including Mutsu, Daybreak Fuji, and Crimson Crisp. Whether you like your apples sweet or tart, they have something for everyone. For customers' convenience, the orchard is open every day during the fall.

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Who doesn't smile when they see a sunflower? Tall, bright yellow, and always cheery, these blossoms are a classic sign that summer is coming to a close. These sunflower fields near our Harrisburg homes for sale offer you the chance to spend an afternoon among the blooms and even take some home for a personal display. Many of these locations also offer extra activities to complete your fun family outing.

• Second Mountain Sunflowers - 324 Second Mountain Rd., Orwigsburg, PA 17961
  Second Mountain Sunflowers is a peaceful sunflower farm surrounded by tall trees, rolling hills, and other natural beauty. Admission is just $10 for people over 12, and you can cut your own sunflowers as you walk through the fields. You're allowed to take as many blooms as you can carry, so this is a great stop for people who want to pick up a whole bouquet.

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Looking for your new favorite meal? It might just be parked around the block. Food trucks provide a quick and easy way to try something new. Since many great restaurants start as food trucks, they're also a good way to discover a new up-and-coming local eatery. 

Our real estate agents are big supporters of the Harrisburg food scene, and we know how to spot a good food truck when we see one. Whether you're in the mood for a sandwich, some great BBQ, or even some dessert, here is a quick list of the best food trucks you'll find around town.

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June 15th is a special day for anyone who enjoys nature, photography and spending time outdoors. It's Nature Photography Day, a holiday dedicated to professionals and amateurs who appreciate the beauty of the natural world. If you're looking at Harrisburg homes for sale, there are some lovely places to stop and take nature photos nearby. Here are a few top suggestions.

1. Wildwood Park and Olewine Nature Center: 100 Wildwood Way, Harrisburg, PA  17110
   Wildwood Park and Olewine Nature Center is a 229-acre preserve with plenty of great photo ops. You can walk along the 6-mile trail or the boardwalk, spotting various birds, frogs, and even turtles along the way. The preserve also has a shallow lake, where you'll often see water birds resting.

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Just about everyone loves hamburgers in one form or another, and that's why the popular food gets the entire month of May designated as National Hamburger Month. They're amazingly versatile, ranging from traditional ground beef, chuck, or other meat to black bean vegetarian options. Toppings are also nearly endless, so you can customize your burger the way you like.

Our real estate agents suggest trying the following National Hamburger Month destinations in Harrisburg, PA.

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Small Business Saturday is a day dedicated to encouraging consumers to shop small and bring more holiday shopping to local small businesses. Small Business Saturday is sandwiched between Black Friday and Cyber Monday and lands on Nov. 27 this year. Our real estate agents encourage you to extend your purchasing power to stores in Harrisburg, PA, many of which are convenient to Harrisburg homes for sale.

1. Stash Vintage - 11 S. 3rd St., Harrisburg, PA 17101
   Established in 2013, Stash Vintage is a glorious mix of vintage pieces with real personalities. Stash maintains an incredible collection of clothing, jewelry, and accessories. Occasionally, they have smaller, vintage furniture pieces, art, house-ware items, handmade wares, plants, and odds and ends. Stash shares a storefront with The Midtown Dandy, a local men's vintage retailer. Their collection varies in era and style, but they make sure to stock unique pieces that can be added to any modern home. Because all of the pieces in the shop are authentic antique pieces from throughout the '50s into the '90s, you can always count on Stash to have unique pieces that are sure to make an amazing impression.
   
   

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Calling all chocolate lovers! This one is for you. National Chocolate Day is quickly approaching on October 28th. If you don't already have plans to celebrate, we highly recommend making some. There are so many places to stop and enjoy some chocolate while looking at Harrisburg homes for sale.

• Hershey's Chocolate World: 101 Chocolate World Way, Hershey, PA 17033
  What could be better than a trip to Hershey's Chocolate World on National Chocolate Day? Look at some Hershey homes for sale while you're in the area, then get ready to indulge.

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Monday, June 21st, is International Yoga Day! This is the perfect opportunity to try yoga for the first time, get back into yoga after a pause, or take a class at a new studio you've been meaning to visit. Luckily, the Harrisburg areas offer some amazing yoga studios. Here are a few that our real estate agents recommend. 

• Studio B Power Yoga: 233 W Chocolate Ave, Hershey PA, 17033
  If you're looking at Hershey homes for sale, then Studio B Power Yoga is close by. They offer classes for all levels, and their focus is on powerful, Vinyasa-style yoga. Classes take place in heated rooms, so you can really get your sweat on.
  
  Studio B Power Yoga offers early morning classes and evening classes, so you can work around your schedule. Buy single class passes, monthly passes, and multi-class packages on their website.

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