Why you'd want to live in Avon

Avon is widely considered by many visitors as the "Center of Hatteras Island," and for good reason. This small town is home to the island's only chain grocery store, a number of popular restaurants, the local medical center, and all the amenities and attractions of a good Outer Banks beach town. Vacationers here will find a number of gift shops, a fishing pier, a spa, a mini-golf course, and just enough amenities to remain entertained without distracting from the allure of the unspoiled and gorgeous beaches. Hatteras Island newcomers who want to be close to amenities but who crave solitude will fall in love with Avon. The town has plenty of history, coastal charm, and conveniences, but with a geographical location more than 20 miles off the coast of mainland North Carolina. As a result, Avon, despite its chain stores and two chain fast food restaurants, still clearly remains miles away from the rest of the world. via outerbanks.com