The Shops at Compass Pointe

The Shops at Compass Pointe is a charming complex of stores featuring a lovely selection of fine gifts, apparel, and even knife sharpening. A short walk from downtown Put-in-Bay, Compass Pointe offers a very pleasant shopping experience in a beautiful setting.

The Shops at Compass Pointe Details

Five shops makes up Compass Pointe, each delivering a unique shopping experience. Some of the best home goods can be found here as well as perfect gifts for the boater in the family. Compass Point is located close the eastern shore of Lake Erie on Langram Avenue. Nearby neighbors include the Put-in-Bay Resort and Conference Center and the Bayshore Resort.

The Shops at Compass Pointe

  • Dock 421
  • The Little Store
  • Happy Holidays
  • Island Hardware
  • Home Port

Dock 421 is a favorite of visitors and locals alike with a wonderful selection of casual wear for both men and women. Colorful clothing line the walls of shelves of this intimate little shop. Grab a festive dress patterned with flowers perfect for drinks on one of the many restaurant patios or a lightweight jackets for mornings on the boat.

Home Port offers nautically inspired gifts and decor including the favorite Cleat Mug. The large metal mugs comes in blue or white with a boat cleat replacing the handle. Unbreakable which makes it perfect to bring it on the boat! Or simply enjoy its charms at home. They also sell gorgeous pendant lights, lamps wrapped in rope, homemade soaps, indoor/outdoor rugs and other amazing finds.

The Little Store provides a very large jewelry selection. Explore their cases full of delicate jewelry inspired by the surrounding nature of South Bass Island. They sell stylish purses, cuff bracelets, and other accessories to go with your new summer wardrobe.

Stock up on plenty of Ohio and Put-in-Bay themed ornaments at Happy Holidays, a great way to remember your sunny summer days on the island in those colder months.

Island Hardware is the go-to spot for home and boating necessities. Home Port is located inside Island Hardware.

Do your shopping surrounded by colorful potted flowers, green grass, and shop owners full of that welcoming Put-in-Bay attitude! The grounds are landscaped beautifully and each store has its own porch. There is also a free parking lot which makes traveling to Compass Point a breeze!

Put-in-Bay 

The island of Put-in-Bay has long been a favorite with tourists from all over the country. The island itself is amazingly diverse with underground caves, geodes, and plenty of green space. Boating and fishing on Lake Erie is always a delightful activity, good for the whole family. And if you’re lucky, you’ll hook perch or walleye for supper.

The downtown is full of shops, restaurants, and the most entertaining bars in the region. Choose from a wide variety of cuisines including the tropically inspired dishes at The Keys to Irish classics at Hooligans Irish Pub. The Old Forge serves the fluffiest, most delicious crepes around while the Chicken Patio has been grilling up its famous wine-basted BBQ chicken for years!