Hatteras Island Shopping On the Outer Banks Of North Carolina

Jewels by the Sea

41923 N.C. Highway 12, Hatteras Island Plaza
Avon
(252) 995-3632

Jewels by the Sea is a good place to find a special gift. You’ll find 14-karat gold jewelry and silver jewelry, along with jewelry by Hawaiian designer Denny Wong, Chamalia Bead bracelets, the Jewels By The Sea bead collection, OBX destination beads, Charles Albert, Kovel, Strellmans and Galatea.

JoBob’s Trading Post

23202 N.C. Highway 12
Rodanthe
(252) 987-2201

JoBob’s is a convenience store offering groceries, snacks, convenience items, beer and wine, plus fresh seafood. In true island fashion, JoBob’s doubles as a souvenir store and also offers bait and tackle and beach accessories.

Kinnakeet Clay Studio and Showroom

39774 N.C. Highway 12
Avon
(252) 995-0101

Antoinette Gaskins Mattingly is a fourth-generation Hatteras Island artist. As the daughter, granddaughter and great-granddaughter of artists, she has enjoyed working in various mediums since childhood. They have all led to the work she creates in clay today. Antoinette works in the studio here, crafting decorative and functional pottery that is sold in galleries across the country. In the showroom, she sells her own work as well as the works of other local and regional artists. Don’t miss this gallery when you’re in Avon!

Kitty Hawk Kites—Avon

39432 N.C. Highway 12, Island Shops
Avon
(252) 995-6060, (800) FLY-THIS

Kitty Hawk Kites specializes in kites, from the single-lines for kids to high-tech stunt varieties. The store also sells fun things like flags, toys, boomerangs and games. You’ll find the Outer Banks’ largest selection of Crocs, Pirate Booty, Rt. 12 and Life Is Good apparel and the coolest selection of T-shirts, sweatshirts and outdoor clothing. It also offers toys and gifts that you won’t find anywhere else on the Outer Banks. Kitty Hawk Kites has 13 locations from Corolla to Ocracoke.

Kitty Hawk Kites—Hatteras Village

58848 Marina Way, Hatteras Landing
Hatteras Village
(252) 986-1446, (877) FLY-THIS

This large Kitty Hawk Kites store sells kites and other fun things like flags, windsocks, toys, boomerangs and games. It’s also an outdoor-lifestyle outfitter offering causal apparel, T-shirts, hats, sunglasses, sandals and more. One of the Outer Banks’ foremost recreation outfitters, Kitty Hawk Kites also offers kayak ecotours, kayak rentals and a climbing wall at this location. See our Recreation section.

Kitty Hawk Kites—Waves

24505 N.C. Highway 12, Waves Village
Waves
(252) 987-1100, (877) FLY-THIS

Kites, T-shirts, clothing, gifts and souvenirs aplenty! This is also the home base of Kitty Hawk Kites’ Hatteras Island Kiteboarding Resort, where you can buy kiteboarding gear, take lessons and rent kayaks and standup paddleboards. See our Recreation section.

Kitty Hawk Surf Co.

24502 N.C. Highway 12, Waves Village Kiteboarding Resort
Rodanthe
(252) 987-2297

Kitty Hawk Surf Co. carries only the best surfwear brands: Quiksilver, Billabong, Volcom, O’Neill, Roxy and many more. Kitty Hawk Surf Co. can also help you out with surf, skim, kayak and standup paddleboard gear and instruction.

Koru Boutique at Koru Village

40920 N.C. Highway 12
Avon
(252) 995-3125

Finding a special gift or treating yourself is easy at Koru’s boutique. The boutique offers a collection of athletic gear, Eminence Organic skin-care products, hair-care products, spa lotions and oils by V’TAE, Crabtree & Evelyn skin-care products, OPI, yoga mats, local art, authentic New Zealand jewelry and more products for beauty, style, health and wellness. If you aren’t sure what gift to take home, you can never go wrong with a Koru Village gift card!

Lee Robinson’s General Store

58372 N.C. Highway 12
Hatteras Village
(252) 986-2381

Lee Robinson’s General Store, on the south end of Hatteras Village, has been serving the village since 1948. It’s a convenient place to stop for groceries, gourmet items, snacks, drinks, beer and fine wine and ice. It’s also a fun place to shop for T-shirts and beachwear, books, maps, souvenirs and beach supplies. There’s a neat gift gallery upstairs. The store is open daily 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. in season. Their Sticky Bottom Produce Co. fruit and veggie stand across the street from the General Store is open starting at 9 a.m. It’s open June through October.

Life Is Good

24502 N.C. Highway 12
Rodanthe
(252) 987-2528

Optimist alert! Happy people stop by this store to find clothing and accessories from the cheerful Life is Good brand as well as the Good Dog line. Look for T-shirts, sweats, hats, shoes, coffee mugs, jewelry and gifts, plus dog accessories such as collars, bowls and more!

Michael Halminski Photo Gallery

25838 Midgett Way, off N.C. Highway 12
Waves
(252) 987-2401

Michael Halminski is one of the Outer Banks’ most talented photographers. His photographs of birds, wildlife, water, sky and local scenes perfectly capture the mood of Hatteras Island. Photographs and note cards are available for sale at his island studio. Call before stopping by.

Mill Creek Gifts

40374 N.C. Highway 12
Avon
(252) 995-3188

This gift shop, in the same building as the Breeze Thru, sells ornaments, home accents, local artwork, seashells, lighthouses, stained glass, wind chimes and other items that add a sparkle to any home’s decor. T-shirts and jewelry are available as well. There’s also a theme of angels, mermaids and fairies at this shop. It’s at milepost 55.

Moneysworth Rentals

23466 N.C. Highway 12
Rodanthe
(252) 987-1002

Moneysworth rents beach chairs, umbrellas, kayaks, bikes for whole family, linens (sheets and towels), baby gear, grills and just about anything you can think of that you need but didn’t want to bring from home. Free delivery and pickup are available to all of the Hatteras Island villages.

Moon Over Hatteras Gift Shop

24267 N.C. Highway 12, Pamlico Station
Rodanthe
(252) 987-1416

This store offers a great variety of gifts, but you’ll probably find something for yourself too. You’ll find women’s clothing, hats and accessories, plus nice jewelry, including sterling silver jewelry and special pieces by Christophe Poly. There are also toys, prints and a nice selection of home accessories and accent pieces. Moon Over Hatteras also entices shoppers with fudge.

Natural Art Surf Shop

47331 N.C. Highway 12
Buxton
(252) 995-5682

Natural Art has been a fixture on the island surfing scene since 1977, and it’s all about serious surfing. They shape custom boards and create custom artwork so you can design your own. They sell new and used surfboards and skimboards and rent surfboards, bodyboards and wetsuits. They also repair surfboards. All the surfing support gear is here too: clothing, footwear, wetsuits, rash guards, accessories, sunscreen, art, you name it.

Nedo Shopping Center

57866 N.C. Highway 12
Hatteras Village
(252) 986-2545

The Nedo is like an old-fashioned variety store inside a modern building. Like the sign says, you’ll find a little bit of everything. The shelves are lined with hardware and do-it-yourself supplies, lawn and garden supplies, cleaning products, house wares and home decor, fishing supplies, toys, souvenirs, cards, linens, shoes and lots more. You’ll also find firewood, grills, coolers, magazines, books, sunglasses and T-shirts.

North Beach Campground Store

23781 N.C. Highway 12
Rodanthe
(252) 987-2378

This gas station offers groceries and snacks, beer and wine and drinks, RV and camping supplies and some tackle. It’s also the headquarters for the North Beach Campground.

Ocean Gourmet and Gifts

24753 N.C. Highway 12
Rodanthe
(252) 987-1166

When you’ve got some spare time to browse around the shops of Rodanthe, stop in Ocean Gourmet and Gifts. There are lots of fun souvenirs here including lighthouse collectibles, figurines, jewelry, mugs, key chains and more. You’ll find some beach-inspired clothes and swimsuits. You can also indulge in a variety of sweets, including homemade fudge, at this store.

Ocean Notions

47355 N.C. Highway 12, Osprey Shopping Center
Buxton
(252) 995-4335

Ocean Notions is a fun place. They offer gifts and souvenirs, jewelry, sundresses, tank tops, swimsuits, boardshorts, T-shirts, sandals and other things you need for the beach.

Ocean Threads Beachwear

41934 N.C. Highway 12, Hatteras Island Plaza
Avon
(252) 995-9099

With several locations on the Outer Banks, Ocean Threads is a favorite for surf-inspired street wear and swimwear for men, women, teens and kids. You’ll find all the top-name surf brands including Roxy, O’Neill, Quiksilver and Volcom. Ocean Threads also sells sunglasses, body jewelry and an awesome selection of Ugg boots, sandals and flip-flops, including Rainbow and Reef. Shop here for skateboards and skateboarding equipment.

Old Gray House

47074 Light Plant Road
Buxton
(252) 995-6098

The Old Gray House is one of those stores that vacationers can’t wait to return to each year. The store is housed in an historic island home on Light Plant Road across from Conner’s Supermarket. Inside you’ll find tons of treasures and gifts, much of it handcrafted, including Christmas decorations, baskets, wreaths, cross-stitch, birdhouses, dolls, knickknacks and a lot of seashells. You’ll want to stay awhile and talk with the friendly owners.

Parrot Bay Trading Company

58848 Marina Way, Hatteras Landing
Hatteras Village
(252) 995-6700

The selection at Parrot Bay is too huge to possibly list everything here. This is a great store for browsing. You’ll find coastal home décor items, garden accessories, gifts and Outer Banks souvenirs. They also have jewelry, sunhats, caps, beach supplies and a whole lot of T-shirts and sweatshirts.

Pea Island Art Gallery

27766 N.C. Highway 12
Salvo
(252) 987-2879

The southernmost building on the soundside in Salvo, this gallery is housed in an exquisite building that’s a replica of an 1874 life-saving station. The building itself attracts well-deserved attention, but wait until you see what’s inside. Owner Kim Robertson sells her mixed-media photography here, but she also represents more than 100 other local and regional artists, including her mother and sister and artists she met while on the art-show circuit. There’s a broad mix of media, from fiber, wood, glass, jewelry, pottery and garden art to all ranges of two-dimensional works. Part of the proceeds from the gallery sales benefits the Pea Island Wildlife Refuge and the Chicamacomico Life-Saving Station.

Pirates of Chicamacomico Market

23904 N.C. Highway 12
Rodanthe
(252) 987-2402

This small shop sells all sorts of pirate-themed gear, such as bandanas, hats, flags, toys, books and T-shirts. The T-shirt/sweatshirt designs change every year and are available only at this location. You’ll also find locally made art and jewelry and souvenirs. The shop is across from Hatteras Jack Tackle Shop in Rodanthe, and you can’t miss the signs.

REAL Flagship Store

25676 N.C. Highway 12
Waves
(252) 987-6000, (866) REAL-548

There’s something for everyone inside the REAL Flagship Store in the village of Waves. AT REAL you’ll find the largest selection of men’s, women’s and children’s clothing, beachwear, sunglasses, watches, footwear and accessories on the Outer Banks. They’ve got brands like Roxy, Billabong, Volcom, Patagonia, O’Neill, Quiksilver, Sanuk, Reef, Nike 6.0, Nixon, Electric, Oakley and more. REAL’s friendly staff will help you find your perfect purchases. REAL is open 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily. After shopping at REAL, check out MOJOs Sunset Café with waterfront seating and live entertainment.