SALES & SERVICE
Sofas
Chairs
Recliners
Sectionals
Loveseats
Chaises
Tables
Ottomans
Cabinets
Benches
Stools
Bookcases
Accessories
Sets
Bars
Kitchen Islands
Beds
Chests & Dressers
Nightstands
Vanities
Mirrors
Youth Furnitures
TV Consoles
TV Stands
Entertainment Centers
Pier Cabinet
Fireplace
Desks
Memory Foam
Hybrid
Latex
Bases & Foundations
Pillows
Throws
Wall Decor
Clocks
Lighting
Fireplaces
Rugs
Home Decor
For over 90 years, Smith Village Home Furnishings has been a trusted name in quality home furnishings, serving families in Jacobus, York County, PA and Northern Maryland with exceptional craftsmanship, personalized service, and timeless style that enhances every home.
Focused on being the premiere home furnishings destination serving Jacobus, York County, PA and Northern Maryland, Smith Village Home Furnishings has been in business at the same location in Jacobus, PA for over 90 years. The 30,000 square foot showroom features two floors of affordable, quality furniture for every room in your home including a great selection of sofas, chairs, La-Z-Boy recliners and reclining sofas, unique accents, dining furniture, bedrooms, Serta mattresses and much more!
From the first day we opened our doors, we have had a long-standing history of doing business with genuine friendliness and fairness. We still strive today to remain true to the family values begun by the first generation of owners. We care because, like you, we live here. We invite you to "Come to the Village" and discover why we have been voted the #1 BEST Furniture and Mattress Store in York County time and time again.
In 1932, Bruce V. Smith (1907-1981) and his wife, Ethel R. (Glatfelter) Smith (1907-1994) bought a gas station and general store in Jacobus from Bruce's grandfather, founding the business that we now call Smith Village Home Furnishings. Today, the business still runs on the original principles instituted by Bruce: "When you shop with us... you're shopping with family."
Bruce V. and Ethel (Glatfelter) Smith - Founders (1932)
After his initial purchase, Bruce bought adjoining properties on which he launched additional businesses. These included automobile sales, roadside cabin rentals, LP gas (propane) sales, a diner, a grocery store, and a department store which also sold furniture and appliances. As these businesses prospered over the years, Bruce promoted his retail complex as a place to do "one-stop shopping."
Original Smith's Store (1930s)
Street View of the Complex (1940s-50s)
At various times the complex also included a barber shop, the town's post office, a ladies' dress shop, and a service station. A customer could buy just about anything with one stop in the little town of Jacobus, and people from all over York County and northern Maryland became regular customers at "Bruce's," as it was known locally.
The Devastating 1958 Fire
Things looked grim in February of 1958, when a disastrous fire destroyed the department store and office building. But by August that same year, the new department store was completed and in operation, and Bruce renamed the entire complex "Smith Village" to promote the idea of a one-stop shopping center.
The Rebuilt Smith Village Store (1958)
Bruce and Ethel decided to pass the business on to their 2 oldest sons and retired in 1967. Donald and Dale had many years of experience working under their father - as did the other 3 children, Susan, Anna Mae and Dallas – who also joined the business in the years following.
In 1977, with more and more department stores popping up in the area, the Smith family decided to narrow their focus to mainly furniture and large appliances, and eliminated the housewares, toys, clothing, jewelry, and sporting goods departments. Updates were made to the building's interior to accommodate the newly expanded furniture and major appliance selection.
Furniture and mattresses made up the bulk of the sales by the mid-1980s, and large appliances were gradually phased out by the end of the 90s. The name was changed to Smith Village Home Furnishings to reflect the new product line up, and an exterior facelift brought the outer appearance into the new millennium and remains to this day.
Modern Smith Village Home Furnishings (Present Day)
In 2019, with no one in the younger generation of the Smith family interested in taking over the business, Bruce's children decided to sell their nearly 90-year-old family business to a group of longtime store managers. This closely knit group still maintains the legacy begun so many years ago by our founders.
Current Owners: Bill Ream, Colleen Schaffner & Mark Warner 2024 Best of York Awards
Following in the footsteps of Bruce V. Smith, Smith Village Home Furnishings continues to prosper as a locally owned, reputable and customer friendly retail location that you can trust to help you with all your home furnishings needs.
Quality Craftsmanship: We partner with renowned manufacturers who share our commitment to excellence and durability in every piece.
Personalized Service: Expert design consultation and customer care that's tailored to your unique needs and style preferences.
Family Heritage: Family-owned business means we treat our customers like family, building lasting relationships.
Lasting Value: Furniture that's built to last, backed by our commitment to your complete satisfaction and long-term enjoyment.
Expert Guidance: Professional design advice to help you create spaces you'll love for years to come, regardless of your style.
Trust & Integrity: Transparent pricing, honest advice, and a reputation built on over nine decades of reliability and service excellence.
From humble beginnings in 1932 to becoming York County's #1 furniture store, discover the milestones that shaped our 90+ year legacy.
Bruce V. Smith and Ethel R. (Glatfelter) Smith purchase a gas station and general store in Jacobus, PA from Bruce's grandfather, founding what would become Smith Village Home Furnishings.
Bruce purchases adjoining properties and launches multiple businesses including automobile sales, cabin rentals, LP gas sales, a diner, grocery store, and department store - creating a true "one-stop shopping" destination known as "Bruce's."
The complex grows to include a barber shop, post office, ladies' dress shop, and service station. Customers from all over York County and Northern Maryland make "Bruce's" their shopping destination.
In February, a devastating fire destroys the department store and office building. By August, the new department store is completed and operational. Bruce renames the complex "Smith Village" to emphasize the one-stop shopping center concept.
Bruce and Ethel retire and pass the business to their sons Donald and Dale. Their other children - Susan, Anna Mae, and Dallas - also join the family business in subsequent years.
The Smith family narrows focus to furniture and large appliances, eliminating housewares, toys, clothing, jewelry, and sporting goods. Building interior is updated to accommodate expanded furniture selection.
Furniture and mattresses become the core of the business as the store transforms into a dedicated home furnishings destination.
Large appliances are phased out by the end of the decade. The business is renamed "Smith Village Home Furnishings" to reflect the exclusive focus on home furnishings. An exterior facelift modernizes the building's appearance.
Smith Village Home Furnishings becomes recognized as York County's premier furniture destination, earning #1 Best Furniture and Mattress Store awards repeatedly.
The Smith family sells the nearly 90-year-old business to a group of longtime store managers who commit to maintaining the family values and customer service traditions established by Bruce and Ethel.
Current owners Bill Ream, Colleen Schaffner, and Mark Warner receive 2024 Best of York awards, continuing the tradition of exceptional service and quality that began over 90 years ago.
With over 90 years of heritage, Smith Village Home Furnishings continues to serve Jacobus, York County, and Northern Maryland with the same family values, quality products, and personal service that Bruce and Ethel established in 1932.
We'd be honored to help you find the perfect furniture for your home. Our experienced team is ready to provide personalized service and expert design guidance to make your vision a reality.
