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Dolphin Delight

Holiday home with private pool, steps from Outer Banks Beaches

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Dolphin Delight offers a Semi-Oceanfront retreat in Avon, with ocean views from two decks and a private pool and spa. This fabulous 5-bedroom home features multiple master suites, covered parking, and convenient beach access just steps away.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Dryer

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Dolphin Delight

Dolphin Delight is a fabulous family friendly Semi-Oceanfront 5 Bedroom 4.5 Bath home with Private Pool and Spa. It is located only steps from a great beach and in the heart of Avon. Enjoy ocean views from either of the two decks facing the ocean and watch over the pool and volleyball court from the two decks facing the sound side of the island.

Your family will not want to leave this wonderful second lot back home in Avon. Dolphin Delight will provide the perfect location to get away from it all. Covered parking under the house and a convenient dry entry that opens to the first level will make move-in a breeze.

The four bedrooms on the first level make for a peaceful retreat. Each bedroom on this level has a 32” flat-screen TV with a DVD player. Two queen master suites on this level offer direct access to a covered deck overlooking the pool and volleyball court. The third queen bedroom has a door into a semi-private bathroom. The fourth bedroom has a bunk set and a single bed with a trundle. These two bedrooms have direct access to a covered deck with ocean views. The laundry is also on this level.
On the top level, vaulted ceilings and large windows provide abundant natural light and offer ocean views. Watch a movie on the 55” flat-screen TV with an Internet-capable Blu-Ray DVD player in the living room. The sunny kitchen with breakfast bar is adjacent to the dining area, which has easy access to the spacious ocean-facing sundeck. The sun/game room includes a three-in-one bumper-pool table that can be used as a dining table, poker table or bumper pool table. From here there is also direct access out to the top deck overlooking the pool area, where there is a seating group under a covered portion and a picnic table for an outdoor eating option. Off the living area is a warm and inviting master bedroom with a king-size bed, 32" TV, and a DVD player. This master also has direct access to the rear sundeck facing west. A half bathroom providing common access completes this level.

The private pool and hot tub are located on the sound-side of the house, with ample deck space and lounges for catching the sun rays or watching the children play. Grill your meals on either the gas grill located on the pool deck or at the charcoal grill in front of the house. Dolphin Delight’s fantastic location provides easy access to popular shopping, restaurants, water sports rental shops, and fishing/bait and tackle, as well as favorite ice cream shops.

There is convenient beach access one house south or two houses north of Dolphin Delight where you will find a wonderful sandy beach and an outdoor shower will be waiting to freshen you up for the next round of fun. Store your gear in the under-house lockable storage room. Clean your catch of the day at the fish cleaning table while your kids play basketball out front or volleyball out back.

Prepare for good times during day and night at Dolphin Delight.

BEDDING
1 King (Master) / 1 Queen (Master) / 1 Queen (Master) / 1 Queen / 1 Bunk Set and 1 Single w/ Trundle

AMENITIES
 Pool Type - Private
 Hot Tub - Private
 Pets Allowed - Dogs only
 Linens - Gold - Seasonal
 View - Ocean View
 Master Bedrooms - 3 Master Bedrooms
 Outside Shower
 Fish Cleaning Table
 Lockable Storage
 Pet Restrictions - Dogs Only
 Free Long Distance
 Hwy 12 Location - Ocean Side of Hwy 12
 Grill/BBQ - Gas and Charcoal
 Dishwasher
 Icemaker - In Freezer
 Baby Gate
 TVs - 6 TVs
 DVD Players - 6 DVD Players
 Stereo - 1 Stereo
 Coffee Maker - Keurig


**Pool available from March 28, 2021through 2nd week in October, see Pool description for specific dates.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Charcoal grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Basketball nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

No Travel Trailers/campers/RV's allowed
Garbage is to be emptied from the home upon check-out, floors to be swept/vacuumed by tenants. Sheets/towels to be placed on bedroom floors
No use of bath towels for beach. No sand in laundry, damage as a result of sand in laundry will cause a charge to tenants security deposit.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Dogs only, maximum 2 under 100 lbs.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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

Vrbo Property
Dolphin Delight Avon
Dolphin Delight Private vacation home
Dolphin Delight Private vacation home Avon

About the area

Map
Avon, NC

What's nearby

  • Cape Hatteras National Seashore - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Hatteras Island Boardsports - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Surf's Up - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Avon Fishing Pier - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Studio 12 - 2 min drive - 2.0 km

Getting around

  • Greenville, NC (PGV-Pitt-Greenville) - 174 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Diamond Shoals Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Froggy Dog - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Angelo's Pizza - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Mad Crabber Restaurant - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Orange Blossom Bakery & Cafe - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Dolphin Delight have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Dolphin Delight pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Dolphin Delight?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Dolphin Delight?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Dolphin Delight?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Dolphin Delight located?

Situated near the beach, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Outer Banks Beaches, Hatteras Island Boardsports and Surf's Up. Avon Fishing Pier and Studio 12 are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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Reviews

Dolphin Delight Reviews

10

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

10

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 59 out of 64 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 64 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 64 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 64 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 64 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Amanda P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Check in was super easy, the kitchen had everything we needed, close access to the beach, the pool and hot tub were great, host was very responsive to any questions we had. We enjoyed our stay!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Summer vacation

The stay was good, we loved the location and access to the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Dolphin Delight Visit

Really enjoyed this location and the house. The owner was great to communicate with. Kitchen was nicely stocked.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Week at Dolphin Delight

We had an amazing week! Beach in the morning and pool in the afternoons and evenings, we were never short of things to do!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barb R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful 24 hours. We were evacuated Sunday evening at 6:00 due to hurricane Erin. We have stayed here many years and this is the first that this has happened. This house has all the amenities and is a very easy walk to the beach. Wish we would hav3 had better weather to stay all week
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing, as always

Our 3rd year staying here. We love it!
Stayed 14 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Torrie J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My family and I loved this house! Wonderful property, plenty of space and the pool was wonderful after being on the beach all day. It’s close to Foodlion, Duck Donuts and many retail shops without feeling like you’re too close. Great communication from Jeff, the host. Great trip, great host and fantastic property. We’ve already started talking about next year at Dolphin Delight!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amber L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Vacation

This was the perfect house for our family vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location

We have stayed in different spots every year in the OBX, and this was the first that has us thinking we’ll be back for a second stay. It was definitely the perfect spot for us and the house was great!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Antoinette F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location

This house was wonderful for our needs and just a short walk to the beach. The kids loved the pool and hot tub for those not-so-good beach days. Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Beach Vacation

This is our 20th year visiting Avon, by far Dolphin Delight is our most favorite home: great location, spacious, fantastic amenities and the owner is extremely hospitable.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barb R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family vacation

This is always a beautiful house. It’s a few steps away from the beach and also has a lovely pool.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great family vacation home

There were ten of us and we had a great time together. Enjoy it every time we come.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracey S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Retirement celebration!🎉

We enjoyed the beach most days. Beach access was close and so was the grocery store. Great location and amenities!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Family Beach House

Home extremely clean, well appointed and layed out well for multiple families. Will definitely visit again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

annual Avon beach week

Great house. Porches on every level and access from each bedroom. Easy beach access
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Barb R.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Vacation 2023

We always have a wonderful time in the outer banks.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing home for amazing vacation

This is our 3rd year staying in this hime and we absolutely love it. Very convenient location, great amenities and owner is awesome! We will be back next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Derek S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house. Very “delightful”

Good value. Excellent pool!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mark T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect House for a week in OBX

The property was clean and really well equipped. Everything you need for a large group. It’s a 2 minute walk to the beach and a 2 minute drive to the supermarket. Having the pool and hot tub made it even better for relaxing at the end of the day. Highly recommend staying here. The owner is very responsive and helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristen V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Family Vacation Spot!

The house was perfect for our family! Allowed us to walk to the beach in the morning, come back for lunch at the house and then enjoy the pool in the afternoon! The host was easy to communicate with and very responsive to anything we needed! Would definitely recommend to anyone looking for a low key getaway with a larger group!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Host

This is our 2nd year staying, love the kicatiin and amenities of home, and Jeff is an incredible host. Very easy to communicate with. Will be staying again next year!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beverly B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely Perfect

Clean, well appointed, great kitchen with everything needed to prepare meals when you choose. Wonderful view of ocean from comfortable Adirondack Chairs - including Sunrise! Beautiful Sunsets from soundside decks! Don’t forget the pool and hot tub and you have everything you could ask for in a beach vacation!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

John O., Richmond Va

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Dolphin Delight

Location was incredible. House was exactly as stated, very clean and had everything we needed. Everything we needed was far enough away not to be heard to interfere with our relaxation.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Steven C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Enjoyed

The property was good. Ocean was rough so enjoyed the pool a lot. Did have to get used to the steps. Had a minor problem with fleas showing up on the pet but otherwise enjoyed the stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024