Elly's Gifts — Local services in Emerald Isle

Purchased a rain gauge from Elly's while on vacation at Emerald Isle. We did not open the box until returning home. We discovered the gauge stand was defective. Following a quick call to the store we were sent a return shipping label and personal note from the owner, Kurt Breither. The stand was returned and a replacement sent all within 5 days. Again, Kurt Breither took the time to send another personal note. What incredible customer service! We have always enjoyed our shopping experience at Elly's (a great selection of creative gifts - and not your typical 'beach gift shop'). If you have not been into Elly's in Emerald Isle, you need to on your next trip. They have gained customers for life with my wife and...

Fudge review! I would have browsed but I had an unruly child. Delightful customer service. The associate offered me a sample and I purchased 2 flavors: key lime and mocha. Excellent flavor, texture, not sickeningly sweet which allowed the citrus in the key lime and the coffee flavors to shine. The associate was very wise in explaining that certain flavors were denser than others, hence the price variation for similarly-sized pieces of fudge (mocha is denser than key lime). Another associate chimed in with recommendations on how to make the fudge last (freezer vs. fridge). Thoughtful, helpful, and excellent quality product. Also, the fudge will not last - too...

I enjoy this place so much! I find great postcards to mail to family and friends here. I also have located numerous gifts for my family at this store. There bumper sticker collection is wonderful. My favorite find in the store so far has been the rock wall! I have been able to gained some wonderful crystals and rocks from this store for my growing collection. The Christmas section is a must-see as well! Go in and find a piece of island here, no matter the corner of the store...