Shops

Carolina Beach, N.C., has several nice clothing and accessory shops, unique gift shops and beach and surf shops. If you're shopping for party supplies, furniture, art and decor, a boat or bicycle, you'll probably find something on the island. If not, you may enjoy shopping in nearby Wilmington.

Bright, tropical-colored checks adorn the outside of this former church that is filled with beach-related home-decor items. You'll find everything from pine furniture, baskets, prints and M. A. Hadley pottery to weather vanes, wind chimes, bird houses and works by local artists. Christmas items, many with a nautical theme, are available year-round,...read more

Owner Scott Brown offers a full line of custom framing services, including pick up and delivery, in this combination art gallery and frame shop. In addition, Scott offers photo restoration and canvas reproductions. Bring in a treasured piece for framing or select a favorite from the varied range of work from...read more

Imagine a boatload of fudge. Now add rich, butter-cream fudge and the freshest ice cream into that picture and you have The Fudgeboat. Tracee, Duke and Lou are family, and the crew of this confectionery cruise. They create their fudge from the finest and freshest ingredients, including real butter and cream....read more

Island Colors features a huge selection of comfortable, colorful Fresh Produce, I Can Too and Lula B Sportswear. With sizes from toddler to 3X, you're sure to find something for everyone, as well as coordinating jewelry by Calypso Studios, She Shells and Oceania. They carry woman's sandals by OKAb, one of...read more

Wow, with 4,050 flavors and taste sensations, this ice cream parlor offers something for everyone. They will make any flavor combination you desire — all that's required is imagination and a sweet tooth. A large board lists customers' favorite combinations, such as cashews, Oreo and Butterfinger. You can also choose from...read more

Originally built as a guest cottage for a larger home, Unique Boutique carries one-of-a-kind ladies' sample clothing at wholesale prices from boutiques in various cities around the country. Additionally, they feature shoes, hats, jewelry, accessories and swimwear.