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 4 locations. See store hours below.

Visitors are treated to a unique shopping experience in our main store in Jarvisburg, as well as our beach stores in Corolla, Duck, and Nags Head. Explore room after room filled with décor for your home and coastal fashions for both men and women. Discover the brands you really want, like, Vera Bradley, Vineyard Vines, Escapada, Simply Southern, Lindsay Phillips, Scout, Pandora, Kameleon, Brighton, Spartina, Tommy Bahama, Southern Tide and Salt Life and Old Guys Rule - all under one roof! Don’t forget the gourmet market, or shop our beautiful linens for your bedroom and bath.

We also feature coastal books and fine art or just a whimsical fun gift to bring home to family and friends. Stop by soon and don’t forget to try our estate grown wines in our stores or visit our vineyard and winery, Sanctuary Vineyards, located adjacent to the original Cotton Gin in Jarvisburg.

Summer Store Hours

Jarvisburg Hours
Monday – Wednesday and Friday – Sunday: 9 am to 7 pm
Thursday: 9 am to 9 pm

Nags Head Hours
Monday – Friday: 9 am to 9 pm
Saturday: 9 am to 8 pm
Sunday: 9 am to 7:30 pm

Corolla Hours
Everyday: 10 am to 9 pm
Saturday – Sunday: 10 am to 6 pm

Duck Hours
Monday – Friday: 9:3o am to 9 pm
Saturday – Sunday: 10 am to 6 pm