In honor of International Women’s Day on March 8, we’re celebrating York County’s incredible women-owned businesses. From unique boutiques and gourmet food spots to thrilling experiences and cozy accommodations, these businesses enrich our community and make York a wonderful place to visit and live.

Shopping, Boutiques & Specialty Goods

  • Anstine's Candy – Handmade chocolates and confections for every occasion.
  • Bound Books – An independent bookstore with new books for all ages, locally grown houseplants, and gift items.
  • Club Encourage Gifts – Custom and personalized gift designs sourced from small businesses.
  • Collage Shop – Boutique shopping featuring curated fashion and art.
  • Fly Like Paper Design – Hand designed greeting cards, art, and gifts made here in York, located at Central Market.
  • My Girlfriend’s Wardrobe – A stylish consignment boutique with a carefully curated collection.
  • Refillism – A refill and eco-friendly store offering reusable kitchen essentials to refillable personal care items.
  • Sunrise Soap Company – Handmade soaps and bath products with a cult-like following.
  • The Watchmaker’s Daughter – A historic jewelry shop blending modern chic with vintage elegance.

Fly Like Paper Designs

Food, Drink & Culinary Experiences

  • Locally Seasoned – Handmade chutneys and pantry items.
  • Nasim & Co. – Locally owned luxury dessert shop serving up beautifully crafted dessert cups and elevated sweet treats.
  • River Rock Provisions – Gourmet popcorn and snacks with a focus on community.
  • Taste2Tour – Guided food tours through York City’s best culinary spots.
  • That Pig Place – Slow-roasted pulled pork, beef, and fried chicken inside The Markets at Shrewsbury.
  • The Front Porch Tea Room – You will feel pampered as you relax in an atmosphere of Victorian elegance.
  • Tucker&Co. Bakery Café – Small-batch, gluten-free, and dairy-free bakery with a “brunch all day” menu.
  • Miss Lucy’s Dog Treats – A culinary experience for your four-legged friend! All-natural, homemade pet treats.

Miss Lucy's dog treats at the York State Fair

Wineries, Breweries & Distilleries

Painted Fox Winery

Lodging & Unique Stays

  • Grace Manor Bed & Breakfast – A culturally inspired B&B in York City’s WeCo district.
  • Jackson House Bed & Breakfast – Historic 1859 B&B adjacent to the Heritage Rail Trail.
  • The Haines Shoe House – An iconic, historic landmark now available for short-term rentals.

Jackson House Bed and Breakfast 16

Things To Do

  • Candi J. Duda Stained Glass and Garden Art – Beautiful hand-crafted stained glass and garden art creations.
  • Fabric of Society York – An instructional studio and community maker-space, offering open studio hours, classes, and events for handicrafts, art making, creativity, and more.
  • Haar's Drive In -- Community entertainment under the stars during the summer season.
  • Heartwood Nursery – Native plant nursery specializing in American holly and nature events.
  • Historic Ashland – Elegant venue for weddings, corporate events, and social gatherings.
  • Shear Heaven Farm – Alpaca walks, farm tours, and educational field trips.

Candi Duda stained glass display

Activities for Kids

Professional Services

  • 1881 Salt Sanctuary – Holistic wellness center offering dry salt therapy, massage therapy, and retail space with herbal apothecary, handmade jewelry, crystals and gemstones, and other unique gifts.
  • Atomic Bounce – For a bouncing good time in York and beyond, with bounce houses and a variety of entertainment for backyard parties to corporate events.
  • Express Employment – Staffing and employment solutions to connect job seekers with local businesses.
  • Hanover Area Diversity Alliance – An organization dedicated to promoting equity and inclusion ​for ALL people regardless of race, ethnicity, color, national origin, ​gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, religion, or age.
  • Sojourn Noir – Designed with the Black traveler in mind, promoting Black tourism to inviting spaces and experiences in York County.
  • The Balloon Boutique – Add a pop of color to your York County experience with festive balloon décor and interactive entertainment that turns events into unforgettable moments.
  • Unique Chauffeured Services – Luxury transportation for weddings, events, and airport transfers.

Unique Trolley

 

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