New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional) - 51 min drive
Restaurants
Surf's Up Grill and Bar - 7 min drive
McDonald's - 7 min drive
Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - 7 min drive
Riptidez - 9 min drive
34 Degrees North - 8 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
NEW Look-Luxury Oceanfront Home in Dolphin Ridge W/ Pool & Hot Tub🐬Epic Views
Newly renovated "Dolphin Watch" is a 7 bedroom 4.5 bathroom oceanfront home in Dolphin Ridge subdivision. Newly renovated with all new furnishings. Pool and hot tub. Private outdoor shower with hot and cold water. Sleeps 28
There is a Master Suite with its own private hot tub and walk in shower.
There are 4 King bedrooms, a double queen room, and two bunk rooms.
Bedrooms have TV’s and Cable. Several smart TVs.
Sitting area on top floor overlooking beach with board/card games for your use.
We have a room dedicated for kids and adults. It has a dart board, ping pong table and a bar set w TV. A great place to play and watch the ball game.
We have spent about a month working on this house and I have seen dolphins almost every day so the house is true to its name! Beautiful views and private beach area right in front of the house. We have other Vacation Homes in Emerald Isle and we also have Vacation Homes on Beautiful Lake Gaston in North Carolina. If you get tired of the salt water, check out the fresh water vacation in Lake Gaston! It has been fun renovating this house and it turned out beautifully! We look forward to you staying with us!
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a private pool and a Smart TV. There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a DVD player is provided for your entertainment. The bathroom has a jetted bathtub.
Don't miss out on recreational opportunities including a water park and a hot tub. Additional amenities at this vacation home include an arcade/game room and barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.
Property manager
Tony Howell
Languages
English
Property amenities
Beach
On the beach
Pool/Spa
Heated pool
Hot tub
Private pool
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Onsite parking options include a garage
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Ice maker
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
7 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
4.5 bathrooms
Jetted bathtub
Outdoor shower
Shower
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Separate dining area
Entertainment
DVD player
Games
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Outdoor furniture
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Well-lit path to entrance
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near the marina
Near the ocean
Things to do
Arcade/game room
Boat
Heated pool
Table tennis
Water park
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Motor boating nearby
Parasailing nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock
General
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Unit size: 5,000 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: $500 event/wedding fee
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property is also known as
NEW Vrbo Oceanfront Dolphin Ridge Hot Tub House
NEW Vrbo Oceanfront Dolphin Ridge Hot Tub Emerald Isle
NEW Vrbo Oceanfront Dolphin Ridge Hot Tub
NEW Vrbo Oceanfront Dolphin R
NEW To Vrbo Oceanfront Dolphin Ridge With Pool Hot Tub
NEW Look-Luxury Oceanfront Home in Dolphin Ridge W/ Pool & Hot Tub🐬Epic Views Reviews
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 77 out of 86 reviews
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9.4/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Kimberly B.
14 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great girls weekend
Great property exactly as described. Wonderful views and perfect location.
Kimberly B.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Alexis M.
5 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
So peaceful!!
This was a beautiful house right on the beach!! It had everything we needed and we truly enjoyed it so much!
Alexis M.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
8/10 Good
Lynn R.
27 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Beach
Great house! Great views!!
Lynn R.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Russ T.
21 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Multi generational family beach vacation
This is an excellent property for a large multigenerational family vacation. The two bunk rooms were perfect for the boy and girl cousins. The king rooms with their attached bathrooms were just right for moms and dads, grandmas and grandpas. Beach access, pool, hot tub and location close to shopping and attractions were big bonuses.
Russ T.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Victoria M.
31 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for Multiple Families
We had a wonderful stay at this beautiful beach house in Emerald Isle, NC. Here’s a breakdown of our experience:
The Good
Location: The location is simply amazing! We loved the easy access to the bike trail and paddle boarding in Swansboro.
Beach and Pool Access: Being right on the beach was fantastic, and having a pool was a great bonus for the kids.
Spaciousness: The house is perfect for multiple families. There was plenty of space for everyone, and we never felt crowded.
Kitchen Amenities: The kitchen had ample storage space, and the two full refrigerators were incredibly convenient for our large group.
Needs Improvement
Back Door Inoperability: The back door on the main floor is not functional, which is a significant egress issue that should be addressed immediately. The other door on the main floor is also difficult to open, posing a safety concern in an emergency.
Cleanliness: One of the bedrooms had dirty sheets, which we had to wash ourselves upon arrival.
Electrical Issues: We encountered several electrical issues, including a day without electricity in one room and losing WiFi on our last day. Some outlets were unreliable and did not consistently charge our electronics.
Overall, our experience was positive, and we had a fantastic time enjoying the beach and the amenities. Addressing the mentioned concerns would make this rental even better for future guests.
Victoria M.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Alexis B.
8 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Weekend
We had a wonderful weekend and this home was the perfect place to hold our small wedding. Our wedding party stayed at the house with us and there was plenty of room for everyone. The host Tony was extremely nice and helpful to make this a great weekend for a special occasion for me and my husband. We loved this home and look forward to renting it again in the future!
Alexis B.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
8/10 Good
Eric C., Myrtle Beach, SC
22 Feb 2024
Disliked: Cleanliness
Senior Trip for College Prep
We had an overall good stay! We took a group of graduating seniors for a weekend getaway to help them prepare for college.
The house is very spacious and fit our needs. The neighborhood is awesome and the proximity to the beach is great! We enjoyed the hot tub and the ping pong table.
Our only real complaint was that the house could have been cleaner. We found hair in shower and in the bed. There were signs of wear and tear in places as well.
I would recommend this house for large groups!
Eric C.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Ajitha B.
18 Feb 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing stay
Beautiful home and the views were amazing
Ajitha B.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Patrick P.
2 Jan 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Off-Season Beach Trip
Great property with a great layout for family stays.
Patrick P.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Ted J.
5 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great property, beautiful location
There were 25 of us from age 80-7 for a family reunion. We couldn’t have asked for a more perfect week! The house, beach and overall location were beyond awesome! Thank you for the memories.
Ted J.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Timothy S.
30 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing beach house and owner
We had an amazing time at this beach house. The pool, hot tub and amazing views where awesome! This has to be one of the best beach front houses at Emerald Isle! The owner Tony was the best! Any questions I had he was very quick to respond he also help us book some kayaking, jet skiing, and shark tooth island adventures. Tony was great.
Possibly the best vacation we ever had at Emerald Isle!!
Timothy S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Clinton M., New Bern, NC
22 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Family Beach Week 2023
Wonderful house, easy beach access and Tony was very responsive when contacted.
Clinton M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Albert W.
6 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Family Reunion
Great location. Walk directly onto a wide quiet beach. Plenty of rainy day indoor activities. Pool and hot tub, clean and enjoyable.
Albert W.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Ronald T.
2 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Family spot
Well supplied with necessities. Very comfortable beds and sheets. Plenty of nice bath towels. Gated, which was nice. Living space well designed. Nice pool. Indoor wifi great but none outside house. ALL in all was very nice location and property and would rent this again in future. We all had a wonderful time.
Ronald T.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jackie H., Cincinnati
11 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
So close to the ocean!
This is a wonderful beachfront home, perfect for big families, plus the pool and hot tub are great! We hope to return.
Jackie H.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
David L.
21 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome house and with beautiful beach view
House was great. Everything was clean and tidy. Pool and hot tub worked. The living room has an amazing view of the beach. The neighbors were very friendly too. We loved the Ping pong table, it kept us entertained for hours. No complaints. Would recommend!
David L.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Margaret M.
5 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Property for Family Gathering
This is a great property for a family gathering! With 7 adults, not only did we have all the bedroom space needed, but we also enjoyed the various gathering spaces including three different eating areas, which would be great for a larger gathering. We also loved the sectional sofa in the family room that provided a lot of seating. The kitchen is well stocked and we loved that we had the use of a gas grill on the deck. There is also a hot tub and pool, although we didn't make use of it. The views from the deck were fantastic -- no large dunes to obstruct your view. Tony, our host, was great, too. Very responsive with any questions that we had. We wouldn't hesitate to stay here again in the future.
Margaret M.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Kevin M.
19 Apr 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful place and great owner
The owner of this property is top notch. He let us view the property back in February when we was down for a week to help us prepare for our special day. Then we was allowed to check in early since the home was not rented the day before and then he allowed at later check out for us which was greatly appreciated. We had our little wedding here with a few family and friends and his flexibility made things much easier for us to prepare and pack up afterwards. The place was really clean on the inside when we checked in and it had all the space that we needed to pull off this amazing wedding. My only complaint would be that the hottub was not working the whole time we was there, but he did try to get that fixed for us. We would definitely rent this place again and the owner is top notch in my opinion so don’t hesitate to book this place.
Kevin M.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
6/10 Okay
Ginger H.
13 Apr 2023
Easter break family vacation
Beautiful beach house and location for our family. The furnishings were very nice, spacious and comfortable. Regretfully, the hot tub was not working and filthy. The pool was also filthy and was not heated. The pool co came quickly after I contacted the manager and cleaned the pool and turned on the heater. The hot tub never worked and the property manager said a technician was coming but never showed. The 10 adults were really looking forward to using it. I sent the property manager a text with my concerns and have had no response. I would expect some type of credit for this inconvenience.
Ginger H.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Michael P.
26 Feb 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Best location
Beautiful view
Michael P.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
10/10 Excellent
Andrew L.
1 Dec 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Great house
Great house
Very accommodating on short notice
Andrew L.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
10/10 Excellent
Tammy A.
24 Sept 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent Rental
Our family had an awesome experience renting this property! We all were very pleased and would love to rent the property again !!
Tammy A.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
Anne B.
23 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Family vacation
The house is beautiful with gorgeous views of the ocean. The area is quiet and the beach was private and uncrowded. We had a group of 14 people including infants and the home offered more than enough space. We had a wonderful, relaxing time. Thank you!
Anne B.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Deborah G.
19 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
First family vacation with 3 generations
First vacation with kids and grandkids. Everyone had a wonderful time! Loved the pool and decks. Views were awesome.
Deborah G.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Rachael C.
2 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing!
We absolutely LOVED our stay at Tony’s house! It was so beautiful and the location was amazing. We had 14 total in the house with 6 kids all 6 years old or under and it was set up perfect. Highly recommend and we can’t wait to come back!