Area Guide
One of the things that makes the Corolla Village Inn so special is its location. Tucked into Historic Corolla Village, the Inn is surrounded by beautiful live oaks and a small collection of shops, recreation and historical buildings. Whether it’s local art, books, food, home goods, kayaking, lighthouse views, or history, you’ll enjoy strolling through this sweet village (all under a ½ mile walk from the Inn).
Corolla Favorites:
- The Whalehead Club – restored hunt club offering tours
- Currituck Heritage Park – public park with open space, picnic tables, sound access, and sunset views
- Outer Banks Center for Wildlife Education – museum space and classroom
- Currituck Beach Lighthouse – beautiful grounds, restored keeper’s house, beautiful views from the top
- Corolla Schoolhouse – restored schoolhouse currently housing K-8
- Corolla Chapel – interdenominational services and weddings
- AltWood – home decor, hand-crafted furniture, and delicious coffee
- Island Bookstore – a small independent bookstore with a fantastic selection of reading material
- Spry Creek – jewelry, pottery, and handmade goods
- Corolla Village Market – local art, goods and crafts
- Corolla Light Town Center – convenient shopping and dining
- The Juice Jar – fresh juices, smoothies, bowls, sandwiches and wraps
- Corolla Village BBQ – eastern NC pork bbq, chicken and ribs
- The Shack Coffee & Beer Garden – fun spot with coffee & pastries, plus an outdoor bar
- Corolla Wild Horse Fund – non-profit organization representing the wild horses
- Lorenz Fine Photography – beach, family, and wedding portraits
- Coastal Explorations – kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding, tours and rentals
- Corolla Outback – wild horse tours
- Corolla Adventure Park – multilevel obstacle course, ziplines, axe throwing and more!
- Twiddy and Company – Outer Banks vacation rentals and sales
- Persimmon Street Beach Access – private beach access for the street, no parking
- Corolla Village Road Beach Access – public beach access with parking and lifeguard stand
- Atlantic Ocean – wide, white sand beaches are just a stroll away
- Currituck Sound – the quieter side of the island, this shallow, brackish body of water is perfect for pups, kayaks, fishing and sunsets
Other local favorites outside the village:
- Currituck Estuarine Research Reserve – great boardwalk and spur path for walking
- Pine Island Audubon – long, wide walking paths along sheltered marshes. Great for birding
- Northern Lights Bakery – fresh baked goods and coffee
- Lighthouse Bagels – best bagels you’ll find here! Great donuts and sandwiches too
- North Banks – locals go-to spot for seafood
- Urban Kitchen – favorite local spot for really good food
- La Dolce Vita – delicious Italian food and extensive wine list
- Wild Horse Tours – a variety of companies lead tours into the ‘4×4’ beaches where you’ll find the wild horses amidst the dunes and beach houses
