Cash Hotel Furniture Liquidation: Forsyth, GA

by Rhoda on March 11, 2012

in Out'n'About,Yardsales and Thrifting

You Atlanta girls need to pay BIG attention to this post!

You’re gonna love me for sharing this crazy fun huge shopping spot and I have my friend, Debbie (Miss Lucy’s Monograms)to thank for turning me on to Cash Hotel Furniture Liquidation down south of Atlanta in Forsyth, GA.  I grew up going to church camp as a youngster at Indian Springs, GA, so Forsyth is near and dear to my heart.   Debbie has a knack for sniffing out bargains just like I do and she found this place.  It’s an hour and 1/2 from where we live, but Debbie, our friend, Jen and I headed down there recently early one morning. I had to convince Debbie that it was my duty to share the goods with my readers.  She wasn’t so sure we needed to get the word out. :)

This place is amazing!  It’s huge, it’s full of hotel liquidation things, all pieces that you would imagine from a hotel chain.  Only we’re not talking Motel 6.  No, no, no, we’re talking Caesar’s Palace Atlantic City and the Ritz Carlton Amelia Island.  Nice places!  Expensive stuff, they don’t do junk at those hotels.

Yeah, not too shabby, huh?

Cash Liquidations

You are going to DIE from excitement when I show you what is in here!  Nope, I am not kidding.

Cash Hotel Liquidation

You bargain hunters are going to get as excited as I did when I walked in here and took it all in.  My excitement could hardly be contained!  Bargains, bargains, everywhere bargains.

Hotel Liquidators

I tried to take notes on the prices, so a lot of them I captured the pricetags.  These were really cute rattan dinette sets, I think they were $99 for the set.

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A few things were over $200, but not many.  These chairs came from Caesars Palace Atlantic City and if I remember right, were $299 each.  Everything else goes DOWN from here in price.

Wait, just wait!

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Set of cute country dining chairs.

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$39 smackers!  Not bad at all.

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Framed prints galore, starting at $5!!

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Golf print was $10.  The frames alone are worth that and really, some of the art was still pretty,

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Large round mirror $29.  I know, can you stand it?  You could paint this any color you want.  It’s large too, not small.

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Mirrors galore, in all price points. Most a bargain!!

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I can’t read this pricetag, but I think it was under $100 for this pretty cabinet.

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You can see this leather chair was $159 and the pillow $10.  I was walking around with my mouth gaped open.  Even if you don’t like the fabrics, it might be worth recovering.  Hotels freshen up their rooms and lobbies and this place buys them out and recycles them.  I love the concept!!

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$199 for this pretty wingchair.  A lot of the upholstery is still in decent shape if you find a fabric you like.  Some needed a bit of cleaning.  Debbie has bought a few chairs and lots of other things here already.

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Modern side table, $39.

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Traditional wood frame chair $29.  Are you dyin’ yet?

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Cute, cute wood and fabric French style chair, $39. I’ll take 2 please!

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This cool statue was $79.

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More mirrors, silver $29

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Classic gold and black for $49.  You can tell these are huge.

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Ornate furniture, lamps and mirrors.

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This was a HUGE framed neo-classical print for $299, more expensive than most things, but it was taller than me!

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Debbie bought one of these for $49.

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There was a pair of these yellow chairs for $79 each.  Don’t they look comfy?

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Two of these plaid chairs, $79 each.  They were cute, I thought!

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This large armoire was $159.

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More framed art, I think this was about $20.

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Check out these brass lamps with the plugs in the base.  Now that could come in handy for plugging in electronics on a side table.

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More framed art, $49.

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Tons of framed art and lamps.

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Deb bought one of these cute cottage side tables for $19.

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We all loved this pierced white ceramic lamp for $29.

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Desk and chair, I think both were about $100 something total.  Really good prices.

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Ritz Carlton Amelia Island drapes, $19 each.  Now, I know these colors are NOT the height of fashion, but you just might find something for the price.

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Ritz Carlton drapes and valances, a pretty purple and green toile.  $19, yep read it!

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They are hanging and stacked in the back of the store.  My mouth was still hanging open even after an hour of walking around snapping pics.

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More drapes.

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$99 for this bathroom vanity.

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These cornice boards were $5 each!  You could easily recover the boards, love that thick cording.

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Padded headboard, I think these were $100+.

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Debbie bought one of these when she went earlier, $79 for this gorgeous black and gold side table.  I love these!  They would be great as nightstands in a bedroom.

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All wood side round table, $19.  Paint this baby and watch it change!

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$99 for this pretty cherry all wood traditional side table.

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Another modern silver one for $39.

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French style, this one would be easy to recover for $99.

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Loved this gold-toned coffee table for $89.  It was beautiful!

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French style nightstands for $129.  This could be painted too.

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I love barley twist legs and this little side table was $29.  Are you jumping in your car yet?!

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Another bargain, solid turned wood floor lamps for $19.  Debbie and Jen bought one.

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$79 with a black granite like top.  Love the shape.

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Tons of lamp bases for $1 and $5.  What are the possibilities on this table?

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$10 for these ceramic bases.  Oh how fun would these be too. You could always spray paint them, don’t forget that.

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Wall sconces, $1.  One measly dollar!!!  I can’t stand it.

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Pretty French style sconce, $10.  You can bet I’ll be heading back here when I get a house.  OH yeah!

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Silver tissue boxes, $5.

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Caesars Atlantic City wall sconces, $1.50.  Die now!

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Cute Jen bought one of those white and turquoise side tables, $19.  There were 2 different feet to choose from. She got the turned feet, Debbie got the bun feet.

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This pretty piece was $199.  Biedermier anyone?!

So after 2 hours of wandering around, it was time to get that stuff to the SUV.  Jen’s SUV.  I did not think they would get all of it in there, but those loading guys surprised me.

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Here’s part of it.

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The guys worked diligently on packing that SUV like a puzzle and got every single thing in there.  I was shocked!

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2 chairs, ottoman, 3 side tables, 4 lamps, and misc. stuff.  It was crazy and exhilarating.

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There was just enough room for Debbie to sit here.

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Packed to the gills, but we made it.  I totally did not think they would get it all packed in the SUV, but everything made it home with those girls.  And no, I didn’t buy a thing, but had a ball looking at all those goodies.  You can bet your grocery money that I’ll be heading back down there.

It’s a treasure trove and the guy that runs the place told me that many designers come in here.  Yeah, I can see why!!

I know all you Atlanta girls are going to be heading down to check it out.  It’s right off I-75, you can see it from the interstate, exit in Forsyth, GA.  Forsyth is between Atlanta and Macon.  Debbie had been telling me all about it and I am so glad I got to see it in person.  It’s fantastic and as you can see, the prices ROCK!! 

So, who’s going first?


{ 77 comments… read them below or add one }

1 Arlene Grimm March 11, 2012 at 6:13 pm

Wow….I have heard of these places but I have never seen one. I have heard them referenced on HGTV on Design on a Dime. We go through Forsyth going to Savannah so I may have to make Hubs stop there. lol

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2 Helen March 11, 2012 at 6:31 pm

OMG, I have already alerted my daughter-in-law in Roswell! Amazing stuff … the cutie taking that last photo looks good too!

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3 Barb @ Grits and Glamour March 11, 2012 at 6:35 pm

Shirley and I are driving down for Haven. We were gonna take her convertible Beamer but now I am thinking we might take my hubby’s truck and make a little side detour. :) It would be worth a special trip down. Wow, wow and more wow! Thanks for sharing.

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4 Rhoda March 11, 2012 at 10:44 pm

Girls, you are gonna love it, definitely drive the truck!

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5 Gloria @Potentially Beautiful March 11, 2012 at 6:53 pm

OMG…I’m going to have to make a trip there on my way to Savannah after Haven! My sister lives in Jackson which isn’t far from there either.
So jealous we don’t have one here.

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6 SheilaG March 11, 2012 at 6:56 pm

Ok, how did I not know about this place?! I definitely will be making a trip down there soon. Thanks for the heads up, Rhoda. :)

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7 Sharon March 11, 2012 at 7:00 pm

ME ME ME! I wanna go too! I’m moving to the Knoxville area soon and have a sister in the Atlanta suburbs. I might NEED to take a road trip. Will you come and help me pack my SUV when I get a little carried away?

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8 Rhoda March 11, 2012 at 10:39 pm

Sharon, those loading guys there did it all! They were fantastic getting all that stuff packed up.

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9 Elizabeth H March 11, 2012 at 7:07 pm

Oh how I wish I lived near Georgia. I saw so many things I “need” The packing of the SUV was amazing.

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10 Ruth March 11, 2012 at 7:13 pm

Lord have mercy! You hit the jackpot!

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11 Myra @ My Blessed Life March 11, 2012 at 7:20 pm

WOW. WOW. WOW. I would love to check this place out!!!

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12 Erin Spain March 11, 2012 at 7:27 pm

Thanks so much for the info! Definitely marking this down on my list of places to visit.

-Erin Spain
DIYOntheCheap.com

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13 Linda@Coastal Charm March 11, 2012 at 7:29 pm

Looks like a trip over to GA. is in my near future…what an awesome place and thanks you for sharing it.

Blessings,
Linda

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14 Kelly @ Eclectically Vintage March 11, 2012 at 7:58 pm

Lucky gal! I would have been a kid in a candy store there!
Kelly

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15 dayka robinson March 11, 2012 at 8:02 pm

You hit the JACKPOT today, Rhoda! I might have to think long & hard about that drive, but those finds make me want to sell my sedan ASAP, lol. FYI, there are a few here in the city as well.

xo,
dayka

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16 Brenda Kula-Pruitt March 11, 2012 at 8:04 pm

Not just bargains, Rhoda. Steals!!!
Brenda

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17 joyce March 11, 2012 at 8:17 pm

I am all agog…if that is a word! Just amazing!!

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18 Kathy :) March 11, 2012 at 8:17 pm

That’s UNREAL Rhoda, what a treasure trove……if I get in my car I can be there in 4 days…..lol wish I lived closer, wonder if we have something like that up here ???

THANKS for sharing Rhoda….

Kathy :)

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19 Valerie Kilpatrick March 11, 2012 at 8:27 pm

How exciting. I am thinking Field Trip for me and my girlfriends…! Yippee and Thank you !
: ) Valerie

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20 Erika at BluLabel Bungalow March 11, 2012 at 8:43 pm

OH MY!! Those french chairs and that beautiful cabinet got my attention. I’ll be making a trip down there this month! Thanks for the heads up!

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21 Tammy March 11, 2012 at 8:55 pm

I totally forgot about this place. I got a chair there 18 years ago that I still have!! Wow! Now I am so ready to go back! I’m only 45 minutes away. woohoo! Thank goodness for this blog!

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22 Helen March 11, 2012 at 9:08 pm

What a wonderful find and thanks so much for sharing it with us. Did they have sofas, kitchen items, etc. I heard there is a place in Atlanta that does – will see if I can get he name (same deal buys from hotels).

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23 Rhoda March 11, 2012 at 10:43 pm

Helen, they do have quite a few sofas, I forgot to take pics of them, but some pretty good ones. Fabrics were a little dated, but possibly could be recovered & still worth it. No kitchen things that I saw.

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24 Betsy G. March 11, 2012 at 9:33 pm

Wow, I’m moving next month from Bham to Atlanta. I’ll be checking out this place for sure! I can see a lot of potential in everything they have. Thanks for posting, Rhoda. Look forward to you getting a house all your own and sharing on the blog. Hope to join you at your next thrift store tour in Marietta area. :)

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25 Rhoda March 11, 2012 at 10:40 pm

Thanks, Betsy, hope you can join us for an outing. Welcome to ATL

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26 Kathleen March 11, 2012 at 9:48 pm

WOW!! Rhoda, your so great to share this info ;)
I’ll def. be making the trip from Alabama..hummm
better leave hubby home, hate to have to leave him
at the curb if it comes down to a him or an ottoman ;D

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27 Pat Smith March 11, 2012 at 9:54 pm

Wow…wish there was some place like that near me! As if estate sales weren’t bad enough for my buying impulse.

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28 Lynne March 11, 2012 at 10:15 pm

I see a business opportunity for you! I live in KS and am dying over the price on those sconces! I love the gold leaves one and the ones for a dollar! Would you ever consider being a personal “picker”?? It makes my head spin, as I see POTENTIAL! Email me if you are interested;-)

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29 Rhoda March 11, 2012 at 10:42 pm

Hey, Lynne, I hear ya, but honestly it would be too much responsibility for me to take that on. Maybe you can check your area & see if they have something similar.

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30 Shelia March 11, 2012 at 10:30 pm

Waa waa! Oh, I wished I lived closer! What great prices on this stuff! I see so many things I could use! Shoot! You just live too far! :)
Be a sweetie,
Shelia :)

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31 Janet March 11, 2012 at 11:29 pm

Jealous!!! Wish we had one of those up here in the north…AWESOME find!

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32 Susan March 12, 2012 at 12:14 am

I am speechless!! And suddenly very sorry I don’t live near there. Drats. I’ve got to check to see if Houston ( 3 hrs away) has anything like that. Thanks for the virtual fun.

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33 Shalene March 12, 2012 at 12:57 am

Just an FYI for those that don’t live near GA (like myself) there is also one of these in San Jose, CA, with similar deals. I’m including the link, hopefully that doesn’t get me marked as spam. :) http://www.1wp.com/go/hotelfurnitureliquidator/showroom-san-jose.html
I just Googled “hotel furnishing liquidators in California” and found this… you could probably do the same for whatever state you live in.

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34 Catherine T. March 12, 2012 at 5:54 am

I wanted to come to Atlanta anyway to hit the Ballard shop and a few other places. Now I am going to need to rent a Uhaul truck!

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35 Barbara @ DIY Home Staging Tips March 12, 2012 at 8:33 am

These prices seem almost illegal! Thank you for showing us that re-decorating doesn’t have to break the bank. Even if we don’t live close to Atlanta, your post encourages us to shop second hand and liquidation outlets, so Shalene’s comment is helpful.

What’s great about hotel liquidation places is that there are pairs and multiples of pieces like chairs, lamps, and nightstands, so you can furnish a room that doesn’t look like it was put together from garage sale odds and ends.

Thanks again, Rhoda! You’ve managed to get us all salivating!

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36 nancy March 12, 2012 at 9:03 am

I’m so jealous. I could get in real trouble in a place like that and I just wish it was closer to the northeast. Always heard of places like that but never knew where. Thanks Rhoda for a fantastic blog experience.

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37 marie March 12, 2012 at 9:07 am

WOW! i am seriously considering a road trip to atlanta right about now. lol i googled and there isn’t one too far from me in maryland. i know i’ve seen these places before but i had NO idea the bargains to be had! thanks!!

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38 Amanda Eck March 12, 2012 at 9:19 am

Oh my lanta!!! I am blown away at those prices! makes me want to rent a U-haul and drive up there. Going to take one of your commenters advice and search for one in my area. What a treasure trove for you!! And how gracious of you to share this!

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39 shirley@housepitality Designs March 12, 2012 at 9:27 am

I see a road trip in my future!!!

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40 Alison B. March 12, 2012 at 9:39 am

I have passed this place hundreds of times on the way to visit family in South GA. I never knew! Thank you so much for this post and all the great pics. We will definitely be stopping there on our next trip.

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41 Shelly@ConfettiStyle March 12, 2012 at 9:55 am

Thanks Rhonda for letting us all in on this great resource. I can’t believe the prices and the selection. I’ll definitely be checking it out and will let them know you sent me.
Shelly

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42 Rebecca March 12, 2012 at 10:00 am

Hello Rhoda! I almost had to take a blood pressure pill halfway through this post! The prices! The variety! I see a four hour road trip, with a trailer in tow, in my future! Thank you so much for sharing. Love, Rebecca http://www.youaretalkingtoomuch.com

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43 Beth March 12, 2012 at 10:20 am

Wow. I drive by there all the time, and went in once, but must’ve chosen an “off day”…that’s some really great stuff. I’ll try it again! I love treasure hunts!!

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44 debbie March 12, 2012 at 10:21 am

WHOO HOO – THE SECRETS OUT ! i couldn’t wait to get rhoda down there – isn’t it amazing ? the people are terrific…from experience, bring a big truck ! :) have fun, and so glad rhoda shared with you – save some steals for me ! :)

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45 the cape on the corner March 12, 2012 at 10:38 am

seriously i can’t even take it.

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46 Lori @ Lori May Interiors March 12, 2012 at 11:18 am

You have got to be kidding me! How have I not been to this place. I can assure you that I will be dropping everything and heading to this place!
Thanks Rhoda!

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47 Kristy March 12, 2012 at 11:35 am

Oh my heavens!! I can feel the giddiness! How did you ever stay composed?! Kinda wishing now I wasn’t flying in for Haven! I am however getting there on Tuesday… I think this gem dandy of a place will be first in my Garmin!! Question is… How in the WORLD do you leave with nothing?!?!? ;)
Thanks Rhoda!! I’m even more excited to go to ATL and I didn’t think that was even possible!! Woohoo!!

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48 Sheila March 12, 2012 at 11:53 am

Oh, I so want to go. I’m taking the next flight to GA! I wish. What great prices I wonder if they ship? JK. What a great place I wander if St. Louis has anything like that. I am going to have to check into that. Thanks for sharing.

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49 Maria @ All Things Luxurious March 12, 2012 at 1:21 pm

Okay, I LOVE this post! We have a store just like this where I live in Scottsdale — I like to go about once every two weeks because they are ALWAYS getting new things in, every day! I love your finds, there is so much that can be done to a piece nowadays, too, to really create the look you want!

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50 Alice A March 12, 2012 at 3:43 pm

Rhoda!
You’re killing me here!I live 12 hours west of you, and when I saw those adorable , so” au courant “sconces for $1.50!!!!OMGoodness, girl, you do know us well! I’m in agreement with our friend , this could be a great opportunity for somebody( So wish it were me!) HOW did you stand it all?

You can bet I will be sharing this one with my daughter- in- law in B’ham, – (they just moved to Homewood) it needs to be on her list of places to see( with me, with me!) So looking forward to your return there, for finds you will be putting in your New House…So. Exciting. Waiting. In. Suspense.
Thanks for such a fun post today, and BTW> your reflection in the mirrors shows us you are looking as FAB as ever! Sending lots of love and laughter your way

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51 Rhoda March 12, 2012 at 9:36 pm

Alice, I’m excited you 2 may check it out too. Thanks so much for the well wishes on the house. I am chomping at the bit to get one for sure. I’ve got to be patient and wait it out, but I know it will happen.

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52 kathy h March 12, 2012 at 4:00 pm

So Jealous! If you ever find out about any on the West Coast, please be sure to post. :-)

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53 kathy w March 12, 2012 at 5:03 pm

I can’t believe the prices on all of those tresures! I saw so many things
that I would love to buy for my home. I would get lost looking at all of the different choices.

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54 Sandra W March 12, 2012 at 7:50 pm

Hi Rhoda, I don’t have a blog, but follow yours all the time. I live in the Newnan area and have passed by that place all the time. I always wondered about it. Today, would you beleive that my husband and I took a drive. It was a great trip, and what bargins. Only about a 50 minute drive from here. Thanks for sharing.
I love your blog, by the way. You are a true inspiration to all of us.

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55 Rhoda March 12, 2012 at 9:34 pm

Hey, Sandra, I’m so happy you got in the car & checked it out. Makes me happy that all of you are excited to see it too. Be sure and tell the owner that I sent all of you, I warned him that lots of girls may come flocking in to get the bargains. It is too good a place not to share with everyone!

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56 Carol Adams March 12, 2012 at 10:00 pm

Rhoda… this is killing me….(I live in Indiana, Darn it!!!) I love your taste and all that you bring to this blog. I wish I could be with you on all the shopping trips. You are the best! Hugs!!!

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57 Amanda Burkett March 12, 2012 at 11:18 pm

Rhoda–Thank you so much for the lovely words on my blog . . . It’s often neglected, as is my sweet home, but this little life is so full! I adore Southern Hospitality–I could lose hours scrolling through your blog! Fondly–Amanda

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58 Terri March 13, 2012 at 2:21 pm

I cannot believe it….. are you kidding around?????? okay… so I live in Jax Fl…. ummmm. 6 – 7 hours??? But… I think I need a BUS!!!!! Thank you for sharing…… I will sooooo be telling my Atlanta Girfriends!!!!!

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59 Kim R March 14, 2012 at 8:30 pm

What a find! Thank you for sharing!! I wish I had known about this when I was furnishing my daughter’s college apartment last year. It would have saved me a lot a money! I still plan to make a trip and hope to find some things as nice as the ones in your pictures.

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60 Miriam March 15, 2012 at 9:06 pm

Rhoda, this is awesome! I am sharing a link to your blog post on Hometalk. There are so many GA Hometalkers who will be so excited!

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61 Susan (Between Naps on the Porch) March 17, 2012 at 11:24 am

Rhoda, how cool. Next time I head to Macon to visit family, I’ll have to make a stop in Forsyth.

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62 Alan Moore March 17, 2012 at 2:39 pm

The address is 684 Indian Springs Drive, Forsyth, GA. 31029
I-75 South to Exit 188. Turn Left go 200 feet cfross over RR Tracks and welcome to Cash Liquidations Discount Furniture.

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63 Heather H March 17, 2012 at 4:10 pm

WOW! Thanks for the find. I’m up in Marietta and this is worth a trip just to check it out. I subscribed to your blog too:) I will be telling all of my friends to subscribe too!

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64 Tori Rowland March 21, 2012 at 2:03 pm

Wooohoooo!!!! Been looking for one of these in GA! Already planning our trip down from Athens. Don’t blame your friend for wanting to keep in hush-hush! Thanks for sharing!

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65 melissa May 9, 2012 at 4:31 pm

Awesome find!! Is this a store that is always open or was this a one time thing?

Thanks!!

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66 Barbara July 19, 2012 at 5:50 pm

Always open. I have been going there for about three years now. It is no frills and hot in there in the summer, so dress cool. But the prices are sooooo worth it. :D

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67 Vee June 7, 2012 at 10:44 pm

Awesome finds! Thanks so much for sharing. I just opened a used/antique furniture shop and am looking for some inexpensive pieces. I will be calling and making a trip this weekend!

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68 Joni Guyer July 11, 2012 at 10:02 pm

Do you ship?

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69 Barbara July 19, 2012 at 5:49 pm

Cash Liquidation will deliver within an certain radius. :)

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70 Barbara July 19, 2012 at 5:48 pm

This is one of my favorite places. $5.00 feather pillows in zippered covers, $10, $15 alternative down comforters king size, awesome curtains (like my bedroom). I get here every couple of months. The furniture and pics come from Ritz Carlton, Marriott, Sheraton…all the upper end hotels…oh…and Disney Resorts. :) Like anywhere else you have to dig, but worth the time. Beautiful framed art at a steal!!

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71 Kris Bass Malloy September 16, 2012 at 6:35 pm

All of us girls in Macon know this place. I am the absolute bargain queen, and yet, haven’t been yet! I find so many goodies here in town, that it keeps me busy. Like a Dior sweater and (several, actually but bought just one) a pair of Salvatore Ferragamo loafers at Goodwill. Now our Goodwill stores have “caught on” that women who also shop upscale shop at Goodwill…and the prices are no longer the bargains they once were. Sad, because I end up shopping there less and less. (I will pay, but not close to retail, for used items with no warranty or return priveleges. Sorry. I do still donate avidly to Goodwill and always will.) I am giving you my heart now…! Not to be taken lightly. On 75-S towards FL, there is an exit for Byron, Ga. (We still refer to it as “where the strip club used to be – right across the street. Lol.) You may have to ask around for better directions. If the place has a name…I have never noticed it. Anyway, it is huge. Perhaps not the sq. ft. of Cash Liquidators. However, it is packed to the gills, and pretty orderly – with a treasure trove! There is furniture/tables/lamps, books, antique-y appliances (you will see something nostalgic, for sure), and then collectible glass and silver/silver plate. There is a jewelry case. There is gobs of fabric, seasonal decor, and ugly old art. The next room is women’s clothing and jewelry. A separate barn full of damaged (some lightly) furniture. TRULY, this is a hit or miss, depending on the day kind of place. SO, my best find? A Spode Sleigh centerpiece (retails for over $100) for .70 cents. There is a small chip which is immaterial, to me, since I wasn’t trying to add to a Spode set or anything. But, saving $99.30 for an item currently being sold was quite a coup. I love it, too. It’s a beautiful piece (and large) of fine Spode china. My other great find there was a white mink (a bit yellowed) that fit perfectly. It was marked $30 and I was in full trot to the register when the owner (and sole price negotiator; hope she is there if you go) said to me, “I’ll take $20 for that.” Apparently, she thought I was going to the register to ask for the price. So, I said, “Great! Thank you.” And walked out with my white mink for $20. I have experienced the envy of many with this and my other (bargain-find) furs. Macon also has a row of Antique shops that is quite good and reasonable, I think. (Small market.) It is in the “Ingleside” neighborhood. There are beautiful homes all around, too. All were authentic, architect-built, I am sure. Ingleside in on Ingleside street. If you can find a main road called “Vineville” – there is a small sign indicating where to turn for Ingleside. I recommend doing Google or Mapquest. I will try to find a few actual names to publish. That will help. One moment. Wow, the “Ingleside Village” has its own website! Here it is: http://www.antique-mkt.com/ingleside. These are serious but friendly shops. The wares are of true American and European provenance. An armoire that costs $1,000, though, may be worth $5,000 (if you know your stuff.) If you collect Primitive, there is a lot of it.(I would make a pun, but won’t.) There is a clutch of shops after Ingleside Village, so if you still have the energy, look for them. They are also very good. Also home decor and wine. For lunch, go to Panera on Tom Hill, Sr. Blvd. (right off 75-S.) For dinner, splurge at Bonefish Grill. It is of the first order. As good as any restaurant I’ve enjoyed in any major city! Plus, you can go in jeans, or full-tilt Sex and the City. Every bite and sip is impeccable. Tell them Kris Bass-Malloy sent you. Love you, my fellow shoppers-with-passion and purpose! Ask me any questions at oakbyriver@gmail.com. All the best, Kris

P.S. Speaking of purpose. I know that if I save $10 – I can put that to a truly worthy cause – like charity. Give and you shall receive. Truly has worked for me all my life. And it feels so good, too. I know you do the same…xoxo.

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72 Kris Bass Malloy September 16, 2012 at 6:56 pm

P.S. If you need a guide, email me. If I am able to do it on your date, I sure will! Just hydrate me and we have a deal (I drink crazy amounts of cold water. Always have.) It is hard to describe where things are in Macon. The layout is haphazard. That is why I offer. I cannot give precise locales. I do know, myself, where everything is however. By the way, there is a place I just learned of (from my hubby!) that is a huge Antique Flea Market (on the skirt of town.) Also, there is HomeStore with discarded (by contractors) high-end building products such as doors, windows, tiles!, and fixtures. (Another you-never-know-what you’ll find kind of store.) Also, a grungy store that benefits kids/homeless and has lots of trash and then you find the vintage/marked handbags and belts I found there…it is worth a look! They had jaw-dropping garden furniture (sectionals!) this year for such a great price. Yes, it may pay to travel 1.5 hrs. to our town. I grew up in Atlanta and I know I would have, had I known. One day there may be a shuttle!! No really, it has being batted back and forth for a decade or more. It would make hauling your finds difficult (though I am sure most shops would UPS big items.) You could just carry generous bags or a 27″ suitcase for the rest? IF we ever get the shuttle, that is. It would be so mutually beneficial. Perhaps we will get leadership with that vision. (We will if I run for Mayor at 50, as I keep threatening, LOL. Everyone says they would vote for me!) Cheers to all!

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73 Rhoda September 16, 2012 at 7:34 pm

Hi, Kris, thanks for stopping by! Wow, you are a wealth of knowledge about Macon. I have only been down to Cash Furniture that one time and have no idea when I’d make it down to Macon, but it sounds like there is great shopping down there. I’m up in Marietta, so it’s a bit of a haul down there. Since I’m renovating my house right now and have lots of stuff in storage, I don’t need a lot, but it’s always good to find more good antiques/thrifting spots. Glad you shared your expertise with us!

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74 Col. James F. Thomas October 27, 2012 at 9:51 pm

I need the phone# of Cash Furn. Liqudators/Forsyth

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75 JUDY FLETCHER October 29, 2012 at 2:05 pm

Was looking for my grandaughter a desk for her home office and found you site and all I could do if click from picture to picture! Can’t wait to show this to her. thank you so much for sharing this wonderful place with the rest of us!!

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76 Andrea Romaine April 29, 2013 at 12:43 am

Great information. My daughter just bought a house and what a great place to start shopping. Thank you ladies!

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77 Dorothy May 23, 2013 at 11:46 am

There is no address on your site . I can’t were you are?

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