Past Tense
1965 Farnsworth Rd, Lapeer, MI 48446
$$
PRICE RANGE
Larger Store
STORE SIZE
Store Overview
Past Tense is a charming country store destination in Lapeer, Michigan, offering a vast selection of unique home decor, silk florals, and seasonal decorations across multiple themed rooms. The store features year-round Halloween and Christmas departments, custom wedding floral arrangements, garden decor, and vintage candies. Attached is an award-winning cider mill serving fresh apple cider, donuts, and homemade baked goods, plus a full restaurant with pizza, soups, and salads. The property also hosts a popular fall festival with haunted attractions, corn maze, and hayrides. Customers describe it as surprisingly spacious inside with friendly staff and reasonable prices for quality items.
STORE SIZE
Larger Store
PRICE RANGE
$$
STORE FORMAT
Single Owner Shop
TYPICAL VISIT
Half-Day Destination
What Makes This Store Special
Store Features
Multiple Floors
Multi-Vendor
Auctions
Delivery Service
Shipping Available
Historic Building
Customer Insights
8.5/10
Satisfaction Drivers
Unique, hard-to-find merchandise and decorative items
77%
Quality of cider and donuts (for most customers)
81%
Celeste's exceptional floral design services
87%
Spacious, well-organized store layout with themed rooms
91%
What Customers Love
Unique, eclectic merchandise and gift selection
Award-winning cider and donuts
Friendly, helpful staff (especially Celeste for florals)
Beautiful, well-decorated space with multiple rooms
Family-friendly atmosphere and events
Areas for Improvement
Inconsistent staff behavior and customer service (rude register staff mentioned)
Pricing can be expensive for some items
Quality concerns with cider and baked goods (some negative reviews)
Crowded during peak seasons/festivals
Overall Customer Sentiment
Customers express genuine affection and nostalgia for the place, calling it a 'hidden gem,' 'magical,' and 'treasure trove.' Many describe it as a family tradition. However, some express frustration with pricing and occasional poor service.
Contact Information
ADDRESS
1965 Farnsworth Rd, Lapeer, MI 48446
PHONE
Store Hours
Checking hours...
Monday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM