This lace is loaded with all sorts of beach related items…read more There are always items on special and the selection is vast. They carry and stock all sizes, which for some of us is great to know. The staff is always willing to help you find something g or direct you to where it can be located. Friendly and always working hard folding and restocking. There is a candy and ice cream store attached, which can be reached from inside the store and from the parking lot. Prices are boardwalk style if you are from the Northeast. They also have brand names which are priced like everywhere else. Good place to shop on your way to the beach or when you are heading home. Right on 210 heading to or from North Topsail Island.

Been to this store several times and have been pleased but this year i took advantage of the 2…read morefor $12.00 beach towels sale. These two towels had a lot lint. A lot of lint came of in my washing machine and even more in my dryer. They both look like they will be shedding lint for a while. I will have to wash them by themselves. Very disappointing. I sure hope the 2 towels don't fall apart due to all the lint shedding. Will definitely stick to tee shirts from this shop. Mrs Z

Great service and great fudge in many flavors!…read more Lots of remembrance, Christmas, pet, Knick knacks, and clothes for the beach.

My mother and I visited Elly's today while shopping, and she found two dresses she really liked…read more Both had purple dots on the price tags, so we asked a sales associate what the dots meant. She wasn't sure, went to ask someone, and came back saying the "boss" told her the items were not on sale. My mother decided she didn't want the dresses, but I knew she really liked them. I took them to the register and asked the cashier to scan them. Both items rang up at 50% off. Thinking it might be a mistake, I asked her to scan them again, and once again they rang up at half price. When I told my mother they were 50% off, another associate, Dee, abruptly interrupted and said, "No, they are not. Nothing is on sale." Even the cashier seemed surprised and commented that purple dots usually indicated sale items. Dee then said she would get the manager. When Susan, the manager, arrived, we politely asked to speak with her to the side. In a very cold, monotone manner, she told us nothing in the store was on sale and that the purple dot simply identified an internet item. I asked why the register was applying a 50% discount and why the cashier believed the purple dots indicated a sale. Her response was that the sale rack outside also had purple-dot tags. If that's the case, it's incredibly confusing and misleading for customers. I then asked if they would honor the price that was scanning at the register. Susan showed no concern whatsoever and simply said that someone would buy the items at full price and that they "might go on sale in August." The irony is...it is August. Before leaving, I asked Dee for her name and confirmed the manager's name, Susan, because I knew I wanted to share this experience. The store itself is beautiful, and the prices are what I would expect for a beach boutique. Unfortunately, customer service can make or break a shopping experience, and ours was disappointing. One of the other sales associates even apologized to me for how we had been treated. When I told her she had been wonderful and that my concern was with the manager's attitude, she quietly replied that Susan is "like that with everyone." That was disappointing to hear. I'm sure someone will eventually purchase those dresses, but after the rudeness and lack of customer care we experienced from the management at Elly's, I won't be back.

What a gem! My…read moresister-in-law (aka Best Friend for the Rest of My Life!) were doing a little "last day" running around yesterday, Friday 5-19-2017, when we stumbled into this shop. We had been looking for thrift stores and flea market kind of venues, and had been scratching around the Island and surrounding areas all day. What a treat it was for us to meander thru this beautiful shop, totally unexpectedly because we discovered it while stopping in the strip mall for something else. The pictures that are posted are beautiful, and are very representative of the interior .... but three years later, this shop is packed with unique things! The owner (I assume) and her assistant were so warm and welcoming! I felt like I was shopping in my own hometown! I purchased a couple of things ... (a hooked pillow that I LOVE ... BTW: I have spent the better part of this year "needlepointing" a Christmas pillow that will probably never seen the Holidays LOL ... so I didn't hesitate to purchase a pillow that I absolutely loved!) The prices were reasonable (what you would expect to pay for a nice item) throughout the store. Thank you, ladies! I can't wait to visit again when my husband and I (and BIL and BFSIL) return to your beautiful Island!

What a find! What a beautiful and friendly shop. So many unique gift items. Not your average gift…read moreshop on Topsail. So happy that I found them..

Shark teeth, jewelry and fudge. What more do you need? I didn't think I'd buy anything here, but I…read moredid. The shop is filled with some locally crafted jewelry, ornaments, fudge and more. Then there is the usual touristy stuff - tee shirts, post cards, books and souvenirs. The clerks and manager were super friendly. They let me exchange an item I bought, when I found a different one. They are helpful. Prices are decent for a beach town. There's plenty of parking in their private lot. I'll be back and recommend.

Adorable little shop! Second year here in Surf City/North Topsail beach and we always make it a…read morepriority to stop here.

This new cute little gift shop is next door to Nancy Joe's bakery and Michelangelo's Pizza. There…read moreare a variety of gifts here, including soaps, ornaments, children's books, birthday gifts and house decor. There are gifts for people who own pets, especially Corgis since the owners have a corgi themselves. The owners are very nice. We ended up getting a painted portrait of a pitbull made by one of the owners and zodiac sign magnets. They have their own free two lane parking spots that is located in front of the metered parking spaces. This is a good gift shop to check out if you're in the area!

A really lovely little shop in Carolina Beach for anyone who is looking to find some unique gifts…read moreor artwork. The thing that makes this place a notch ahead of a standard beach gift shop is the original artwork by one of the owners: Bob Mather. I was lucky enough to visit when Bob himself was working. What a kind, lovely human being. All of Bob's pieces are absolutely wonderful, and because he owns the store, you are able to choose between prints, cards, and other items featuring his work...AND even some of the original pieces. Many are of a beach aesthetic, but there are others that are geared more towards pet lovers. (Dogs, in particular.) You can't really get more "unique" than original artwork, so this place is a great choice if you're looking for something really special at a very reasonable price point. Although the space is relatively small and the parking looks like it could be a little tricky during a busy season, Bungalow by the Sea is absolutely worth visiting. It's a space filled with warmth; curated with care.

Always busy and happening! I love going here everyone is so friendly, especially with my dog…read more I go for small snacks, treats and their sourdough! This place is such a treat and is filled with so many hidden gems.

I love this place. As someone with celiac disease, it's a huge challenge to find gluten free…read morepastries and desserts. This coffee cake muffin is what's left of my haul. I've tried cheese cake, s'more cookies, and lemon blueberry muffins and I was not disappointed. Everything was moist and flavorful.

A hidden gem! The store is absolutely adorable and has a little bit of everything! From cute…read moreclothing, Vera Bradley items, and books, to children's toys, and so many fun knickknacks and oddities. We found things like dinosaur chopsticks for our kiddos and trivia cards that you don't see everywhere, which made browsing so much fun. As a book lover, I loved their book rewards program! Buy 3 regular-priced books and get the 4th 50% off! Even better, the rewards card is designed like a bookmark with an old-fashioned library checkout card on the back, which is such a charming and thoughtful touch. What truly made this place stand out, though, was the kindness of the staff and owner. My husband uses a wheelchair, and the owner was incredibly accommodating, even offering to open the store an hour early the next morning so we could shop before it became crowded and more difficult for him to navigate. That level of compassion and customer service is rare and meant so much to our family. If you're visiting Topsail, Bumblebee Market is definitely worth a stop. It's the kind of place where you can find the perfect gift, a great book, and leave feeling genuinely cared for. We will absolutely be back!

I love this place. The store is so cute and nicely designed. This place is a little pricey, but so…read moreis everything at the beach. They have a cute selection of random things. I find at least something I like every time I come here. The workers are so friendly and welcoming. They even had kids stuff here. It was not like a tourist trap store at all.

Super cute place! Lots of souvenir, decorations, and gift options. The ladies working there were…read morevery kind. Some things are definitely a little pricey, as any gift shop is, but definitely worth looking at for some gifts and souvenirs that are cuter and better quality.

I've been to the store several times and always find something cute for my beach house decor. It's…read morealso a place to get a gift or to bring someone who wants to shop for a coastal/nautical item. There are a wide range of items and prices from small pieces to large items like wall art and furniture (don't forget to check out the building in the back). The people are friendly and helpful too.

It has lots of local artists represented here - from pottery, cards, plaques, Christmas and Hanukah…read moreitems. The prices range from medium to high. Take a peak and see what they have. You just might find something!

This is one of the best American craft galleries in America. From blown glass and ceramics to…read morejewelry paintings and gifts. The store is full of great treasures to remind you of why North Carolina art and culture is so special.

You might pass this shop, not thinking it is open. We did. But people park around back. The shop is…read morefilled with art, crafts, vintage stuff and fun junk. They even carry locally found megalodon teeth! We spent an hour exploring every nook and cranny of interesting decor, art and antiques. The clerk was friendly and super accommodating. She showed us every shark tooth in the case. They carry a lot of coastal themed decor and much of it is locally inspired and crafted. I even saw some hand crocheted animals. Prices are reasonable. They are currently decorated for Christmas and carry a lot of vintage and locally crafted ornaments. There is plenty of parking and a ramp for handicapped access. This is a great place to find gifts, home decor and shop local.

This shop never ceases to amaze me. Unique items at reasonable prices always makes me happy…read more Whenever I'm looking for a unique handcrafted gift or nautical decor for my yard, this is my go-to shop. Fine staff are always so friendly and make my shopping experience so nice.