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NEW Look-Luxury Oceanfront Home in Dolphin Ridge W/ Pool & Hot Tub🐬Epic Views

Family-friendly holiday home with water park and Hot tub

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Dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, DVD player, ping pong
Property grounds
Terrace/patio
Located in Dolphin Ridge subdivision, Dolphin Watch is an oceanfront retreat with a private beach area and breathtaking views. Unwind in the hot tub, take a refreshing outdoor shower, or play games in the sitting area overlooking the beach.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

7 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 28465 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Washer

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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.

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!

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

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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
Contactless check-out

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

Events

No events allowed
$500 event/wedding fee

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
Note from host: $500 event/wedding fee
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
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

About the area

Map
Emerald Isle, NC

What's nearby

  • Emerald Isle Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Emerald Isle Woods Park - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Salty Pirate Water Park - 7 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Emerald Plantation - 7 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Emerald Forest Golf - 8 min drive - 3.4 km

Getting around

  • Havelock Station - 34 min drive
  • New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Velvet Anchor Bottle Shop - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Surf's Up Grill And Bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪34 Degrees North - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Sweet Spot - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does NEW Look-Luxury Oceanfront Home in Dolphin Ridge W/ Pool & Hot Tub🐬Epic Views have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is NEW Look-Luxury Oceanfront Home in Dolphin Ridge W/ Pool & Hot Tub🐬Epic Views pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at NEW Look-Luxury Oceanfront Home in Dolphin Ridge W/ Pool & Hot Tub🐬Epic Views?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at NEW Look-Luxury Oceanfront Home in Dolphin Ridge W/ Pool & Hot Tub🐬Epic Views?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at NEW Look-Luxury Oceanfront Home in Dolphin Ridge W/ Pool & Hot Tub🐬Epic Views?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is NEW Look-Luxury Oceanfront Home in Dolphin Ridge W/ Pool & Hot Tub🐬Epic Views located?

Situated on the beach, this family-friendly holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Emerald Isle Beach and Emerald Isle Woods Park. Salty Pirate Water Park and Emerald Plantation are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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NEW Look-Luxury Oceanfront Home in Dolphin Ridge W/ Pool & Hot Tub🐬Epic Views Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 86 out of 97 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 97 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 97 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 97 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 97 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David R.

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

Great place!

Family of 5 stayed here and it was perfect. Well stocked, clean and great first floor access.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The house was beautiful and clean, had stunning views and was so peaceful! The only issue we had was that we booked this house for November for the heated pool, only to be told after we had arrived by the pool cleaners that we had to pay extra for it to have been heated. Which was incredibly disappointing as it was listed as a “heated pool” in the description and not an “optional heated”. Overall we loved the house, and would love to stay again in the future, but we wished they had been more transparent in their amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Penny N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property was great thank you great for all of our family. Had a little visitor.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Honey E.

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

Weekend retreat

Perfection! Just as
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly B.

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

Great girls weekend

Great property exactly as described. Wonderful views and perfect location.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ajitha B.

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

Amazing stay

Beautiful home and the views were amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick P.

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

Great Off-Season Beach Trip

Great property with a great layout for family stays.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alexis M.

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

So peaceful!!

This was a beautiful house right on the beach!! It had everything we needed and we truly enjoyed it so much!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Lynn R.

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

Beach

Great house! Great views!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Kendall W.

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy

Wouldn’t recommend

Unfortunately we were disappointed with this house. It was not the luxury it claimed - home needs lots of repair and updates. There were ants, rug was dirty. The main sliding glass door to the porch was incredibly challenging to open and close - with young children and elderly parents this was a real issue.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael P.

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

Best location

Beautiful view
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Russ T.

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

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.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jackie H., Cincinnati

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

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.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Clinton M., New Bern, NC

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

Family Beach Week 2023

Wonderful house, easy beach access and Tony was very responsive when contacted.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Judy A., Mooresville

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

Great beach vacation

Loved our week. I like the neighborhood the house was in. It was nice. Beach was very nice. Had everything we needed
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Albert W.

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

Family Reunion

Great location. Walk directly onto a wide quiet beach. Plenty of rainy day indoor activities. Pool and hot tub, clean and enjoyable.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ted J.

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

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.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alexis B.

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

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!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barry C.

Fantastic, spacious house for lots of people

Stayed with more than a dozen friends for the weekend. House was roomy and comfortable, with a great location. Plenty of beds, large kitchen, plus ping-pong in the garage. Hot tub and pool were nice touch, plus the jumping dolphins were amazing. Will definitely come back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Timothy S.

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

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!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ronald T.

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

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.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

David L.

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

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!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Eric C., Myrtle Beach, SC

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret M.

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

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.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jane W.

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

Suggestions

Enjoyed our stay. Second year. A couple of suggestions from this year. Per page have at least one roll of paper towels available to at least get us started. Also more than one kitchen trash bag. And soap. If not provided, perhaps note in rental information. Also, we were unable to access elevator, which is one of main reasons we rented house. But overall, an enjoyable stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020