Coffee + Books · Milford, Delaware

Come in. Stay awhile.

A Christ-centered coffee and bookstore created to gather, rest, and encounter God's presence.

Psalm 90:1“Lord, you have been our dwelling place throughout all generations.”

More than a coffee shop

A place to gather, rest & dwell.

The Dwelling Place is a Christ-centered coffee shop and bookstore in the heart of Milford, Delaware.

Come grab a cup of coffee, browse books and gifts, meet with friends, spend time in Scripture, or simply find a comfortable chair and stay awhile. Whether you're here for coffee, conversation, community, or a quiet moment, there's a place for you here.

Coffee at The Dwelling Place
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Coffee

From your morning drip coffee to handcrafted lattes, cold brew, matcha and more — made to be enjoyed slowly.

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Books and gifts at The Dwelling Place
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Books & Gifts

Browse Christian books, devotionals, locally inspired gifts and meaningful finds for yourself or someone you love.

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Community at The Dwelling Place
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Community

Worship nights, Bible studies, story times, creative gatherings and conversations that bring people together.

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Prayers and Praises wall at The Dwelling Place
Prayers & PraisesA space to pray, share and encourage one another.

Our Story

It started with a coffee shop.

For April Spence, The Dwelling Place is the continuation of a story that began generations ago.

In 1974, April's mother was invited to a Christian coffee shop where she encountered Jesus. Her father soon followed, and faith became the foundation of their family.

April grew up surrounded by ministry, helping in her church's bookstore and experiencing firsthand what can happen when people create space for community, conversation and the presence of God.

Years later, after building a family with her husband Jesse and eventually being called from Pennsylvania to Delaware, an old dream began stirring again: create a place where people could gather over coffee, open Scripture, meet with friends, share their gifts and simply dwell with Him.

"A place for community, love, and acceptance. A place to talk about Jesus. A place to dwell with Him."

The Dwelling Place is that dream brought to life — built to serve Milford, support the community, encourage one another and reflect the love of Jesus in everything they do.

Jesse & April SpenceOwners, The Dwelling Place

Books and gifts at The Dwelling Place

Books · Gifts · Goods

Something meaningful to take with you.

There's more to browse than what's in your coffee cup.

Explore shelves filled with Christian books and Bibles, devotionals, gifts, coffee, apparel and other thoughtfully selected goods.

Whether you're looking for something to encourage your own walk, a gift for someone you love, or simply a good book for the chair beside you, take your time and look around.

01Books & Bibles
02Faith-Centered Gifts
03Coffee & Merchandise

Gather with us

What's happening at The Dwelling Place.

From worship nights and Bible studies to story times, book signings and creative gatherings, there's always a reason to come together.

Sep19
Book Signing with Jacob Vazquez

Saturday

Book Signing with Jacob Vazquez

Meet author Jacob Vazquez of Truthful Hope and learn more about his book, Sacred or Secular.

Time10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
LocationThe Dwelling Place
Book Signing with Jacob Vazquez

Saturday, Sep 19

Book Signing with Jacob Vazquez

Meet author Jacob Vazquez of Truthful Hope and learn more about his book, Sacred or Secular.

Time10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
LocationThe Dwelling Place

Stop by, grab a coffee, meet Jacob Vazquez, and learn more about Sacred or Secular: The Pro-Life Case for Grounding Human Value in the Image of God.

Sep19
Praise & Worship Night

Saturday

Praise & Worship Night

Join us for an evening of praise and worship at The Dwelling Place.

Time7:00 PM
LocationThe Dwelling Place
Praise & Worship Night

Saturday, Sep 19

Praise & Worship Night

Join us for an evening of praise and worship at The Dwelling Place.

Time7:00 PM
LocationThe Dwelling Place

Come gather with us for an evening centered on worship, community, and time in God’s presence.

Kind words

From our community.

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“Great coffee, place to get work done, and hangout for the kids.”

— Jared McCabe
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“Everything is wonderful, the staff, drinks, atmosphere all of it! Can’t wait to spend more time here.”

— Carolan Dreisbach
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“We loved their coffee, the atmosphere and merchandise. The staff were extremely friendly. There is plenty of space to relax and even had a space for children to play. The outdoor space is very inviting. Love this place!”

— Tim Stanley

Come stay awhile

We'd love to have you.

Grab a coffee, find a comfortable chair, browse the shelves and make yourself at home.

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Find Us

27 S Walnut St
Suite 104
Milford, DE 19963

Hours

MondayClosed
Tuesday6:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Wednesday6:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Thursday6:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Friday6:30 AM – 7:00 PM
Saturday6:30 AM – 7:00 PM
SundayClosed