You've gotta stop in to this beautiful store! I'm a super crafty chick so I took a resin art class…read moreon my trip. Eric and Robert are so fun and friendly, very no-BS guys who tell it to you straight. They made the class super fun and we were always laughing. Given the time of year, there were only 3 of us in class so it was nearly 1-on-1 instruction. I learned so much! I came back the next day to pick up my mirror and was stunned at how beautiful it came out! Y'all got me into a new hobby! Thank you for such an awesome class!

Bottom Line: Large store full of locally made arts and crafts with some vintage items and other…read moregood finds sprinkled throughout. I stumbled upon Absolutely Outer Banks a handful of years ago and I was impressed with the selection of locally made arts and crafts. Ever since, this is my go to spot for legitimate and tasteful Outer Banks souvenirs. In addition to locally made items they also have some vintage items and even some new items for sale. One item that this store specializes in is really cool resin windows that are unique and exude happiness. Absolutely Outer Banks has artwork in all mediums and in all price points. They have jewelry, wood signs, candles, prints, glass work, textiles, metal work, etc.  On my most recent visit I enjoyed looking at a vintage pin ball machine and eyeing up the beautiful array of Fiestaware. There is plenty of opportunity for ooohhhing and ahhhing.  The owner is super friendly so that adds to the overall great experience. Absolutely Outer Banks is centrally located in Kitty Hawk in the former spot of a bank.

Bottom Line: Cotton linens, clothing, home decor, women's accessories and other goodies fill abound…read moreat the Duck location. I find that I just can't resist The Cotton Gin! I have visited all of the locations including most recently, the Duck store. Like the flagship store in Jarvisburg and the other locations, the Duck location is a multi-level maze of little rooms full of fun stuff. When I was a kid I remember The Cotton Gin having lots of boring cotton stuff - bedspreads, runners, placemats, towels and such. As an adult, I appreciate all of the nice quality cotton products they carry and I love shopping the other merchandise they carry. The Cotton Gin carries a fun variety of stuff from clothing, housewares, ornaments, home decor, souvenirs, jewelry and such. Its rare that I leave empty handed and even my husband likes shopping here! When I visit the Duck store in April the employee working was super friendly and welcoming which I really appreciated!

They helped us pick a local wine. Everyone of the salespeople gave us outstanding help. Will stop…read morein again.

I remember the early days, when Gray's was on the beach road in that old cinderblock building. Mom…read morewould shop while my brother and I played with the tom-toms and other toys conveniently located under the many racks of clothes. It was good times! Last June, on our anniversary, my hubby and I slipped down to the beach and stopped in, it's been over 50 years now. We bought six items of clothing, and I'm super pleased with all of them. The sweats for me (lovely willow color with a zippered crop top) look great on me, they're soft and wash well. I've worn the black cropped knit sweater many times, it really dresses me up. The hubster got three sweat shirts, and they all fit REALLY well. Not too snug, not too baggy. They look good, feel good, and wash well. We've planned a little day trip to the coast to add more of these quality clothes to our wardrobe.

Let me start by saying I like the merchandise selection in this store. I've been coming back for…read moreyears. However, this last time my husband and I went a sales associate followed me around the store like she thought I was going to shoplift something. Her hovering was so uncomfortable I decided to not buy anything and left. It will be a long time before I go back!

Hubs and I are fans of Wings and Super Wings when in the Outer Banks. We've both been there before…read morewithout one another so when we took a short drive to see my mom yesterday and saw them start popping up we wanted to stop in and take a look at the floats, clothes, and other goodies inside for our new pool. Staff were helpful, it was close to close so we were able to browse all around without too many people inside. I found tons of pool and ocean floaties, shades, umbrellas, boogie boards, bathing suits, towels, snorkels, etc. You name it, they probably have it. Additionally they have tons of memorabilia for you in the form of loads of coffee mugs, magnets, stickers, key chains and more. Lots and lots of clothing for adults and kids inside as well. We had a good time.

Great place. Awesome vibe, and a nice selection of stuff, and prices aren't too bad either. I…read morerecommend this place.

I visit this shop every year and buy something great. Unique clothing, nice jewelry, and great stop…read moreto pick up beach must-haves like beer, wine, kids toys and kites!!!

This is a decent beach shop that's clean and spacious. There's not much inventory to be honest…read more There are cool Awful Arthur t-shirts, cups, shot glasses, and hats. You can also find beer in the back. What is available to purchase is nice; however, it would be better to see more variety of items for purchase.

This is a really cute little bookstore we found while exploring Kitty Hawk on our recent trip. It's…read morerare to find these days! The kids and I picked out a few things for our beach reading. The store itself is REALLY cramped - very crowded. I kept knocking into shelves and stuff. Kind of wish there were more spaces to sit and browse, relax, read - it's more of a get what you want and get out kind of vibe. Plus, I found it kind of hard to find things I was looking for. Several authors I follow I couldn't find in their sections. Maybe they have a different niche than what I'm typically drawn to - but there was a nice selection of books in the kids section including a decent showing in teen fiction. Staff was super friendly. Oh, and there was no bathroom. Part of why we had to leave is my little one needed to go, so we had to cut our browsing time short.

The bookshop is so cute and quaint. They have a great selection of stickers, bookmarks and tote…read morebags in addition to books. The book sellers are very personable and helpful, as well as knowledgeable. I wish the space was a little bit bigger to sit and hangout but they use what they have well! Stop by if you're ever in the area and need a good book.

Absolutely love this little section of Duck. The general store has a little bit of everything, and…read morethen walking along the boardwalk there's plenty of selection lovely people, very dog friendly, quite affordable, and gorgeous views of the sound. Just a little bit of peace and zen.

We came across Duck's General Store while dining in the area. They were closed for the season and…read morehad some items of interest in their window. I emailed them, expressing my interest in a few items. While I didn't expect a response until they were open, Fran invited me to stop by anyway (we had already departed the OBX). She was kind enough to process our order and ship it safely and securely to us. Again, all before they opened for the season! We were so very pleased with our purchases and the kind service. This continued today when Fran realized that they had charged us twice for our order, something I hadn't realized. She had issued a refund as soon as she learned about this and emailed me the receipt. Again, what an exceptional level of Customer service. We look forward to visiting Duck again and visiting with the good folks at Duck General Store in person!

Prices are moderate to high, but I was visiting after the traditional tourist season so there was a…read more30% off sale in progress. It was interesting that they were having a "silver polishing party" while I was there. All of the ring trays were on top of the class counters and polishing was going on. Good sign! Other than jewelry, there was clothing, mugs, seashells, Christmas ornaments, etc.

6/22/20 Last time I was here, I bought my wife some opal…read moreturtle earrings and a pendant. This time around we aquired a complete set of opal seashell earrings and pendant. The business has been slow for the past few months, but it is picking back up. The jewelry store and the Donuts On A Stick are owned by the same man. I have meet him before, but I did not see him today. Today Lisa was the employee in charge. The dog in the picture is the real boss. The service here is always excellent from when I have been here. The merchandise here is lovely and I almost bought something for myself. I might do aquire something here one day, but I will have to give it some thought. I am sure we will be back here before we leave next Sunday or Saturday. Until then, this place is one of my favorite stores in Duck North Carolina.

I had a terrible experience with my first order from Kitty Hawk Kites a few weeks ago. When placing…read moremy order I trusted the website by choosing and paying for expedited shipping: an additional $30 for 1-3 business days. We were attending an event which we flew to in California and this was a gift needed to arrive in that timeframe. Almost 8 days after the order was placed, the item had still not arrived. I called several numbers on website several times explaining the situation but only reached VOICEMAILS. Not one person returned my calls. After we returned home, the item still had not been delivered to the recipient. It finally arrived 10 days after purchase - not 2-3 as indicated when ordered and paid for. After I emailed them I did not receive a personal response - instead an automated message telling me a portion of the amount I paid for the item was being partially refunded (the expedited shipping cost). I requested a full refund. This business needs to take inventory of the responsibility they have ensure elevated customer service and satisfaction. I would not recommend anyone place online orders from Kitty Hawk Kites after this experience. A huge disappointment as a business.

Store is awesome! Very big store with a big selection of clothes, kites and other OBX merch. I…read morebought some clothes and 2 kites. My kite flew perfectly (it even got dropped and barley tangled and looked gorgeous) however my sisters kite didn't even get off the ground for more than 5 seconds. Everyone including my kite expert aunt tried it was just a faulty one.

Super cute coffee/bookshop combo. If you're looking for a unique souvenir to bring home, this spot…read morehas something that'll appeal to literally anyone. The coffee here is strong and fairly priced - they have the standard espresso, cappuccino, drip coffee options along with fun summer concoctions for iced coffee lovers. There's a small seating area in the front of the shop where you can enjoy your coffee and read the latest book. Service here is friendly, you may experience a bit of a wait for your coffee depending on how busy it is, but in my opinion it's worth the wait. They have a good mix of classic book titles along with new releases, so if you need something to read while you're sitting on the beach you'll find it here.

A booklover's dream! Duck's Cottage is the cutest and coziest bookstore, offering a wonderful…read moreselection of books, along with hot coffee and delicious pastries. An essential stop on your journey to Duck!