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We are a family-owned, Coffee and Ice Cream shop proud to be located within the Colington Harbour community. Still offering Counter Culture Speciality Coffee, 24 flavors of Hershey’s hard scooped ice cream; over 20 toppings available to add to your creations. We also offer a Vegan and Dairy-free ice cream. The Grounder is back, along with Bagels, muffins, scones brownies and more. New items include Egg Bites, Smoothies and Italian Ice and more! Come check out our other new menu options. Meet your friends for coffee and bring the family for ice cream. Offering outdoor seating under a covered gazebo with amazing views of the Sound with free WiFi available.
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Address: 2141 Colington Rd, Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948
Phone: (252) 489-7893
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Olga Lannon
This place is so cute and quirky. We loved the slide and area for the kids to play. The coffee was delicious and who doesn’t love ice cream? The environment and service was welcoming. Thank you!! We will definitely be back.
… moreGabe Elarton
This coffee shop is awesome! Fun things for kids to play with outside. Tons of seating everywhere. Delicious homemade pastries. And the best part is the coffee. We got a maple latte and it is the perfect amount of syrup, milk, and espresso! Try it out!
… moreJ Jazz
WoW! I have been coming to the Outer Banks for 35 years… I never knew this spot was here, and honestly never knew about Collington! Sad, I know! Thank you Higher Grounds for bringing attention to this area- its a gorgeous part that can be easily overlooked.
I read your story on the wall and I love it! I want you to know that the house being built across the way will not take away a thing from you! Its a beautiful spot with wonderful people inside! Nothing can change that!
We loved the malts, we loved the coffee, my parents came with us one day and they were also very happy with their orders. The extractions for coffee we perfect.
Thank you for this place- I didn’t visit any other coffee shop this time!
Keep up the amazing job you do.
Also- if you are considering going by this place- there is so much unique and beautiful seating options. Up top you can view the water and surrounding areas and underneath there is a whimsical wonderland of seating options from a hammock, to wicker, to ropes… So much about this place is truly unique and well worth a visit.
I will pray over your business and visit every year!
… moreI read your story on the wall and I love it! I want you to know that the house being built across the way will not take away a thing from you! Its a beautiful spot with wonderful people inside! Nothing can change that!
We loved the malts, we loved the coffee, my parents came with us one day and they were also very happy with their orders. The extractions for coffee we perfect.
Thank you for this place- I didn’t visit any other coffee shop this time!
Keep up the amazing job you do.
Also- if you are considering going by this place- there is so much unique and beautiful seating options. Up top you can view the water and surrounding areas and underneath there is a whimsical wonderland of seating options from a hammock, to wicker, to ropes… So much about this place is truly unique and well worth a visit.
I will pray over your business and visit every year!
Sopheak Sok
Update
Thank you for responding back and addressing the issue. Will definitely try again when we’re back in town vacationing.
I understood that my rating will make an impact on your business. I’ll adjust a stars,. Again, thank you for responding and reaching back out to make my little family feel comfortable.
8/10/25
Ice cream and coffee was good….
Older lady was nice
Young one sound irritated that I had a brain fart as to what type of cone I like. I didn’t hear her the first time. I’m sorry… I guess I’m not quick enough. (Not busy, it’s was just us)
First time there, felt intimidated to go back.
… moreThank you for responding back and addressing the issue. Will definitely try again when we’re back in town vacationing.
I understood that my rating will make an impact on your business. I’ll adjust a stars,. Again, thank you for responding and reaching back out to make my little family feel comfortable.
8/10/25
Ice cream and coffee was good….
Older lady was nice
Young one sound irritated that I had a brain fart as to what type of cone I like. I didn’t hear her the first time. I’m sorry… I guess I’m not quick enough. (Not busy, it’s was just us)
First time there, felt intimidated to go back.
Meghan F.
I had been following the FB page prior to our visit and was super excited for our ice cream and coffee based off the photos. What I did not expect was how cute the place was going to be- my kids were obsessed with the slide and playing!
… moreMeekyoung Oh
I was so glad to discover this charming and inviting place during my morning walk near the vacation rental I was staying in.
I purchased butter pecan ice cream in a waffle cone, and while I was enjoying it, I explored the outside space. They have a variety of features. There are some kid-friendly items there too
The fact that there is an elevator amazed me.
For my walk back, I purchased a caramel-flavored iced latte. It was excellent.
I hope I revisit this place with my kid.
… moreI purchased butter pecan ice cream in a waffle cone, and while I was enjoying it, I explored the outside space. They have a variety of features. There are some kid-friendly items there too
The fact that there is an elevator amazed me.
For my walk back, I purchased a caramel-flavored iced latte. It was excellent.
I hope I revisit this place with my kid.
Grace Diaz
So excited that they opened back up! The baked goods and drinks were so good! Super kid friendly with loads of fun things to play with. Lots of seating choices that face the water! The staff was amazing, 10/10 will be coming back a lot this summer 🙂
… moreEvey Cramer
Great experience from beginning to end. Wonderful setting and service with an amazingly friendly smile.
The coffee was delicious and the ice cream generously scooped. We wound up staying and sitting in the hammocks for a solid hour.
Lovely design and decor!
… moreThe coffee was delicious and the ice cream generously scooped. We wound up staying and sitting in the hammocks for a solid hour.
Lovely design and decor!
Mike Altrogge
Awesome hole in the wall place for coffee, breakfast treat, or ice cream. Great stop if your on your bicycle and need to refuel.
… moreLizzy N.
We stumbled upon this lovely little shop while in OBX for business during the off season, and we were very impressed! The owner who helped us was friendly and informative, coffee exceeded expectations, and the ice cream was a nice touch as well. We’ll be back!
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