What goes better with a book than a freshly baked scone or muffin – except maybe a cup of coffee? At Sugar Island, a two-story, quirky little bookstore in North Carolina, you’ll find even more. In fact, we’ve never encountered a bookstore quite like it. Scroll on to learn (and see!) more…
You could say Sugar Island is hidden in plain sight. The store resides in the middle of a shopping plaza called The Corner, found right on North Topsail Drive in Surf City. The sign out front reads: Sugar Island - Bakery & Supplies.
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And while that’s absolutely true, it’s also an epic understatement. Take a step inside to discover a bookstore and bakery beyond your wildest imagination. We’ll start with the baked goods…
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You can always expect to find gourmet-quality baked goods. Scones, muffins, cookies, brownies, pies, and more are aplenty so be sure to bring your sweet tooth along on this adventure.
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Coffee anyone? Coffee, tea, espresso, smoothies, sodas, and more pair perfectly with any of the baked goods from the cases. But wait… Sugar Island, on their own website, describes itself as a new and used bookstore. So where are the books?
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They’re everywhere you turn! And not only books… the store sells an amazing and vast assortment of items — nice stuff that makes wonderful gifts.
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From pottery to baking supplies, soaps, and even fresh, local eggs and milk, Sugar Island seems to have it all. Peruse the books, then grab a beverage and a sweet treat and head for the staircase…
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There’s a reading room upstairs perfect for relaxing while enjoying your scone, brownie, or muffin and checking out even more books and gifts.
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As mentioned, we’ve just never seen any place quite like this eclectic two-story bookstore with a quirky vibe. Have you?
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Sugar Island is open five days a week: Wednesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Follow the fun on their Facebook page, and learn more from their website.
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Want another unique bookstore to chase down on the opposite side of the state? Check out the largest used bookstore in North Carolina.
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Address: 206 N Topsail Dr, Surf City, NC 28445, USA
