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I know that google’s v8 compiles javascript into native machine (binary if I understand correctly) code.
Is there a way to take the output and turn it into a exe?
I don’t think you can directly turn a piece of JavaScript into an executable using V8, but you can probably make an application that bundles the V8 engine with the JavaScript and runs it as a stand-alone.
You can find all information about V8 on its project page.
Also note that JavaScript can’t be completely compiled as it’s a dynamic language. With V8, it’s JIT-compiled (like .NET, for example.) It’s still possible to turn it into a stand-alone executable though (like .NET, for example.)
If you want to develop stand-alone applications that make use of HTML for rendering, you could have a look at Adobe Air as well.