Pilgrims Way Community Bookstore and Secret Garden

Absolutely love this place because of its plants and gardens! Maybe I’m biased but I think this is a perfect peaceful setting for a bookstore. Walking down that narrow alley with beautiful decors along the walls is just a mesmerizing experience. This also fits perfectly with Carmel’s overall chill vibes. If you are a plants lover, definitely check it out! The bookstore itself has a big collection of booklets of self reflection/self care/spiritual. They also have some jewelry as well.

This is a very nice quaint bookstore in a very unique location. I liked the bookstore but the either wasn’t friendly and didn’t greet anyone who entered store. She just sat there as if she didn’t want to be at work. I spoke to her and had to twice before she spoke. This was Tuesday, July 12th at 12pm. This is what truly turned me off with store; the employees behavior. They have done very nice books and I especially like the children’s selections. They also have mood beads etc. This would be a wonderful store to visit and make purchase IF they had friendly faces to greet you. I refuse to spend my money where I’m not welcome!

Eclectic independent bookstore / new age store + a wonderful green space garden at the back. Local authors and a wide selection of children's books mix in with new age literature and other interesting products. At the back entrance is a small biodome with an extensive new age selection. A wonderful oasis of calm and nature within the village of Carmel

This is a very interesting place. If you haven’t been, check it out! They have a small selection of books and a very dated selection of children’s books. They have a large selection of tarot and crystals. They had some very cute jewelry. The biggest thing I’d go for is the plant and garden part. Very cute items and succulents for sale. They have all the makings for a very peaceful visit. Their back part is where the peace is. The greenhouse/canopy part was my favorite.

This bookstore brought me so much joy! I enjoyed getting lost in their book selections. The secret garden was a sweet surprise. It felt peaceful. It is perfect to sit and read the book you just bought there!

My daughter and I came down from Rocklin just to go to this magnificent gem! We weren't disappointed. It's small, but the selection of books is wonderful. We spoke with the owner, and he was very warm and welcoming. We walked through the garden area afterward. We will definitely make this stop on our annual trip!

Good selection, especially given small space. They order for you too. Love the Secret Garden attached. Zen like in comfortable setting. Highly recommend a stop at both!

Loved this magical little place - thank you! Wonderful collection of books. Great secret garden and overall a great experience. Worth a visit when in Carmel