2026 Hatteras Gifts and Specialty Items Guide

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Back Country Safari Tours

Discover wild Spanish Mustangs and our unique Barrier Island ecology on the Wild Horse Safari. Explore over 30 miles of "off road" beach, dune and sand trail and ride with a professional naturalist guide in a custom 4x4 open-air Safari Cruiser, or...

SEACRET GETAWAY

Seacret Getaway is a rare find in the Carolina Designs collection: a flattop custom-built in 2022, tucked beneath mature live oaks just four homes from the east end of a quiet dead-end street in Southern Shores. Friday check-in lets you skip...

  • Southern Shores
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3.5 Bathrooms
The Cotton Gin

For those traveling to the Outer Banks, The Cotton Gin is a beloved landmark with its large windmill and picturesque gardens. The Cotton Gin has stood in the same location since 1929, starting as a working cotton gin and growing to a gift store with...

Aquatic Anesthesia 465-A

Aquatic Anesthesia is a comfortable and charming cottage with excellent views of the ocean and Jockey's Ridge! Within walking distance to restaurants and shops, you are sure to enjoy your Outer Banks vacation in this relaxing, centrally located...

  • Nags Head
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
Sundogs

Sundogs is a happening spot open year round in Corolla. Along with good food, they feature a nightlife that includes Karaoke and Silent Disco! They have a full bar and a menu suited to a host of tastes. Starters include nachos, crab dip, wings and...

High Tides

Come relax and enjoy this classic cottage in the heart of Duck NC. A short walk, less than 500 feet, will take you to one of the quietest beaches on the Outer Banks, and a short bike ride will take you to the heart of Duck, full of family...

  • Duck
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
Carolina Designs Realty

Plan your Outer Banks vacation with Carolina Designs! Browse our inventory of 350+ select Outer Banks vacation rentals located in the towns of Corolla, Duck, Southern Shores, Kitty Hawk, Kill Devil Hills, and Nags Head. Book online anytime, or reach...

Dad's Mercedes, Mom's Dream

Located in Corolla / 4 Bedrooms / 3 Full Bathrooms / 1 Half BathroomThis home will impress, you'll savor all the furnishings and flat-screen TVs in each bedroom. The dog can appreciate vacation as well with a entirely fenced courtyard to romp and...

  • Corolla
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
American Pie

Discover the best homemade ice cream and authentic made-from-scratch New York Style pizza the Outer Banks has to offer at American Pie in Kill Devil Hills. An Outer Banks favorite for lunch, dinner or a delicious scoop of scrumptious ice cream after...

665 | Explorers Oasis

This Gorgeous Beach Home is the perfect vacation destination for your family, offering many lovely touches along with amenities that are sure to please. Plus, Beach access is an easy 150 foot walk away at E. Lake Drive. Well-equipped to ensure a...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 12
Fishing Unlimited Boating Center

Owned by Garry Oliver, the proprietor of the Outer Banks Fishing Pier, this small wooden aqua blue-colored store on the Nags Head-Manteo causeway has been serving the needs of fishermen for decades. A full line of tackle is available for all types...

CROWDER'S RETREAT

Rack up a game in the rec room, then cool off in the backyard: CROWDER'S RETREAT is a Carolina Designs vacation rental in Duck Landing where a Nags Head style cottage with a wraparound deck pairs a 28 x 14 private pool and hot tub with a rec...

  • Duck
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4.5 Bathrooms
Kitty Hawk Kites

Looking to fly a kite on the beach or atop the spectacular dunes of Jockey’s Ridge State Park? Kitty Hawk Kites offers the largest selection of kites, wind art, flags, games, and toys on the Outer Banks, with experts on staff to get you flying...

Blue Marlin S-64

This classic beach house in Salvo is the perfect Hatteras Island vacation rental. Blue Marlin is located in the popular Hatteras Colony subdivision, with beach access just minutes away, and restaurants, a seafood market, ice cream and shopping all...

  • Salvo
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms

Regardless of whether a visitor need a prescription refill in a pinch, or just a few over the counter medications to have on hand, Beach Pharmacy of Hatteras can assist with just about every medical need in the southern Outer Banks. Located in the...

An eclectic art gallery and gift shop in an old Hatteras-style home. 

Countrytime Coastal LLC is a true gem nestled in the charming community of Hatteras. This delightful spot offers a perfect blend of local charm and coastal treasures, making it a favorite among visitors and locals alike. Step inside and be greeted...

More than 2,000 shipwrecks sunk off the Coast of North Carolina in what’s called the Graveyard of the Atlantic. With all that history floating around, it was only natural to build a museum to honor and preserve the maritime culture of the...

A marina, accomodations, deli and gift store wrapped up in one. 

Located in the heart of Hatteras, "Hello from Hatteras!" is a delightful spot that embodies the spirit of this beautiful coastal town. Visitors are greeted with warm smiles and a vibrant atmosphere that captures the essence of island life. This...

An old fashion general store not to miss! 

Nedo True Value Shopping Center is a charming destination nestled in the heart of Hatteras, North Carolina. This delightful shopping hub embodies the spirit of the community with its welcoming atmosphere and a wide variety of local goods. Visitors...

Queen Anne’s Boutique & Wine Bar is a delightful gem nestled in the heart of Hatteras, where the charm of a boutique meets the warmth of a cozy wine bar. This inviting destination is an oasis for locals and visitors alike, blending the best of...

Fragrant and delicious coffee  and goodies are found here!

The quintessential tourist store, Wings is stocked floor to ceiling with beach-related clothing and nearly every other possible  beach-y item imaginable. With store locations from Corolla to Hatteras Island, this is the place visitors depend on...