I found a lot of great things. My favorite was a bird cage that I decorated below. I always try to…read morestop when I'm in the area.

Barbara was very nice including gentleman in the back! Well recommended. Would come back again.read more

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!

This is for the Waterfront location. Pretty, if pricey, designs. The customer "service" was…read morepositively frosty though. A staffer with a silver bob followed me through the store but never said anything to me - not "let me know if I can help you" or "we're having a 20% sale!" (I knew about the sale because she told every single person who came in while I was there - except for me.) She didn't offer me a fitting room and when I was done, she immediately went in and grabbed the two items I had tried on but never asked "how did those fit?" (I hung both items back up neatly so it's not that i made a mess.) I didn't buy anything. In contrast, I got a lovely greeting at Donna Designs (and bought earrings), and struck up conversations with the staff at Outer Barks (bought a harness for my dog, and a T-shirt), as well as at Amity and Allie June (did not buy anything, but took their business card). I think I looked as well-dressed as the other customers at Barr-ee so maybe the staffer disliked my hat? My linen slacks? Too bad. I might've bought something but will not plan to be back. Have never before felt this level of suspicion in 20 years of coming to OBX. Left a bad taste in my mouth.

Great shops (3 of them) with unique fashions, accessories, and gifts at amazing prices!!read more

My family and I visit this store every summer when we visit the Outer Banks. It's become a…read moretradition since we love this store so much and there is always something cool and unique to find. If your a fan of stores like World Market and Pier One, then you'll probably like this store, especially since the products are genuine, handmade, and more affordable. The owner is so sweet and considerate which makes the experience even better. I cannot recommend this store enough.

The Island Attic is my favorite Duck store. Every summer I pick up a different souvenir at this…read morewonderful shop. The owner is super friendly, and always has a great story to tell! She has a kind heart and loves to share the "treasures" she finds on her travels with the people of Duck. Her store has the perfect beachy vibe but yet sets itself apart from other beach boutiques. The store sells quality, well-made items gathered from around the world. The shop is family-owned (you might see their kiddos walking around the shop-even ready to help our customers!), and they find items for the store on their travels. People always compliment me on the pieces I pick up here that I use for home decor. It is never difficult to find something to buy here. My favorite purchases are some decorative giraffes, an elephant paperweight, an elephant picture holder, and a decorative pineapple. Find your next treasure here!

Did an online pickup through the app and was super easy and fast. Just emailed me when it was ready…read moreand I walked in and picked up. Big time saver

They won't fill your prescriptions if it interferes with their lunch break, even if you're there 10…read moreminutes before. Then when you return you have get in line behind a dozen people who also had to make a return trip!

Good selection of souvenirs, sweatshirts, cute beachy ankle bracelets, puzzles, and we're welcoming…read moreand kind to us and our pups (1 is a service dog)! We would shop here again. Edited to add: we had the complete opposite of the 2 posts below. I was actually very undecided about picking a sweatshirt to buy and was there quite a while. The employee working was attentive, talkative, and friendly. And the owners even told her over the phone to tell our pups high from them.

The cashier was incredibly unfriendly and was apparently uncomfortable with us entering the store…read moremore than once. We were too put off to make any purchases because of her hostility. I would not recommend this store unless you fit the exact archetype of customer this woman expects.

It's well, Christmas, but on a scale I have not seen before. More ornaments than you can imagine…read morewith snow globes, tree toppers and other decorations (primarily indoor) for the season. A small portion for Halloween tree and decorations as well. Definitely finds here if you're looking for the additional something that matches your Christmas style. A lot of fun!

Bottom Line:  A huge variety of Christmas ornaments arranged by theme but very few local or unique…read moreornaments. Wow - the Christmas Mouse, located in the Scarborough Lane Shoppes, is a huge store full of Christmas ornaments and other holiday décor. There is something about a forest of heavily decorated fake trees that I find truly mesmerizing. They even had an entire tree dedicated to the unicorn theme and I really regret not getting a photo of it. The huge selection of ornaments is mostly organized by theme, with some exceptions like the Olde World Christmas ornaments which I recall being all together. A lot of the ornaments are from familiar brands and I wish they had more that was locally made in the Outer Banks. Overall, it was fun wondering around this large store but I didn't add anything to my collection on this visit. However, I will plan to visit the newly built Christmas Mouse location in Nags Head this summer. Nearly two years after their store sadly burned down they have reopened in a lovely looking building.