Dolly Archer English Antique Furniture and Goods

Authentic, hand-sourced English antique furniture and goods

Welcome to Dolly Archer

Dolly Archer is an award-winning importer and purveyor of English antique furniture and goods. Each piece in our collection is hand-selected in the UK for its story, provenance, and enduring charm. We are storytellers — bringing objects with history into thoughtful, contemporary settings for designers and private clients alike.

Designers and private clients alike can visit our retail location in Fort Myers, FL, explore pieces in our online collection or schedule a private shopping experience to view additional collections held in our off-site warehouses. In our workshop we carefully prepare every item so it remains suitable for modern living while preserving its narrative and character. Whether furnishing a single room or a whole house, we bring the warmth and authenticity of the English country home to your space.

Our Values

Authenticity. 100% Hand-sourced in the UK - always. Richard and Thais regularly make the journey across the pond to hand select the absolute best quality English antique furniture and goods. We visit the best antiques fairs and maintain relationships with exceptional dealers - we strive to provide assured provenance with our entire stock . We maintain a facility in Worcestershire where our inventory is stored until marine shipped to our Fort Myers, Florida warehouses. It’s a huge bonus that most of Richard’s family still reside in England so a visit is always part each sourcing trip!

Character. Each piece is hand-restored with the goal to retain as much of it’s “story” as possible while making it serviceable for the modern home. Patina, dings, color variation produce uniqueness - and we love that.

Personal Interaction. We believe that an important part of your experience should be one on one interaction with the person who chose and restored the piece that you’re buying. We would love to share it’s story with you and we can’t wait for you to be the next part of that story.

Photo Credit: Photo Courtesy of The Scout Guide Fort Myers

Your Buying Experience

Come see us at our Fort Myers retail shop where you can enjoy a cup of tea or a delightful English soda whilst you browse our in store collection chock full of design inspiration. We’re located on historic McGregor Boulevard and we are open 10am- 5pm Fridays and Saturdays.

Can’t make it during regular retail hours? Are you a designer or individual working on a special project and need some extra time without distraction? Planning a day out with friends and want the place to yourselves to browse, inquire and chat? Book a private shopping appointment! Call, message, or email us to coordinate. Looking for something specific? Let us know!

Our online shop is always open on Chairish. Detailed photos and descriptions, dimensions, and even a “try this in your space” feature are available. We offer nationwide shipping through our online shop.

Samantha G., Local Guide

“We have been customers of Richard and Thais for the past few years. I have to start off by saying that they are so wonderful and helpful.
There is a story behind every item they sell in their store. Even the smallest trinkets have a history, and Richard remembers where he got everything!
This is one of my favorite spots in all of Fort Myers.
My husband and I were lucky enough to get a custom coffee table made by Richard from a beautiful table he brought back from the UK.
Although they initially didn't have the table we wanted in stock, Thais was amazing and kept us up to date on when the shipment of tables was due to arrive. Once it arrived, we were able to hand pick out our coffee table and they made sure it got finished to our exact liking. It is now my favorite piece of furniture in our whole house. We look forward to adding more beautiful pieces of furniture to our home in the coming years. We love this store. Stop on by their retail store and be sure to check out their online shop!”
Melanie W., Local Business Woman

“The most darling shop in Fort Myers, Florida!
You'll never leave empty handed because they are constantly bringing in new and unique finds that add the perfect touch to your home. Simply being with Thais and Richard, the owners, makes you feel so welcome! Such charm and genuineness that you keep coming back. A must visit for the owners and the spectacular items!”
Tyna S., Valued Client

“An absolute MUST GO! This shop is beautifully curated! And they bring truly unique, one of a kind pieces from England regularly! There is something for everyone! And an amazing couple (with a killer eye for design) own the shop, and are happy to help you find the perfect items! We are fortunate to have them locally in Fort Myers!
You've got to go!!!!!!”
Lisa U., Valued Client

“A small family owned business filled with character and history. The owners are delightful, and you can feel the love with each piece of furniture they restore, and in each piece selected to sell. From the moment I pulled in the parking space I was intrigued, and had I not had and appointment, probably would have spent hours looking at each piece. Please do this for yourself and stop in. The treasures are endless.”
Jaime Butcher, Butcher & Company

“Dolly Archer is my go-to spot in Fort Myers when I need authentic, quality casegoods for design projects. There’s something beautiful and grounding about a room with antiques mixed in. It gives a space a life and a story. We even purchased furnishings for our own home that will hold even more memories and be heirlooms for our family for years to come.”