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Dolphin Watch | Oceanfront + Dog Friendly!

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The View
Patio Seating with a View
Private Boardwalk to the beach
Living Room Area
Living Room Area

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 12195.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Carolina Beach, NC
  • Carolina Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Carolina Beach Fishing Pier
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Carolina Beach Boardwalk
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1-Floor 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2- Floor 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3- Floor 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4- Floor 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5- Floor 1

2 Single Beds

Living Room Sofa Sleeper- Floor 3

1 Double Sofa Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1 - Floor 2

Bathroom 2 - Floor 2

Bathroom 3 - Floor 1

Half Bathroom 1 - Floor 3

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Dolphin Watch | Oceanfront + Dog Friendly!

Disclosure: there is a $150 per pet fee for this property that will be added at time of confirmation.

This Premier Ocean Front duplex has views views and more views!

Dolphin Watch has many upgrades including granite counter tops, stainless steel appliances, hardwood floors, and a private elevator.

TV's in every-room, with a king in the master bedroom, queens in three of the bedrooms and the 5th bedroom with two twins. There is also a sleeper sofa in the living room on the top floor.

You will enjoy your own private walkway to the beach and an enclosed outside shower.

5 bedrooms, 3.5 baths
Max. Occupancy: 12
Bed Sizes: King, queen, queen, queen, twin & twin, queen sleeper sofa

The Bedding and Bath Linen Package for advertised bedrooms and baths are provided with professionally, freshly laundered linens for your safety and beds pre-made prior to arrival for your convenience! The package provided includes:
• Bed linen set for each advertised bedroom (top bunks, sleeper sofas, and futons are typically not pre-made)
• Bath towel and washcloth set for maximum occupancy
• Bathroom set including hand towel and bathmat for each interior bathroom

Central heat & air, ceiling fans, washer/dryer.
Main living space w/ flat screen TV
Wireless internet access.
Keurig and Standard drip coffeemaker.
Two oceanfront porches.
Parking up to 5 cars
This home provides Smarthome Keyless Entry.

Under no circumstances is smoking permitted inside. Smoking is only permitted outside on the premises if the home's policy allows. No Smoking Policies are strictly enforced. Violations will result in charges to guest for additional cleaning and could result in eviction of guests without refund and/or negation of rental in future.



Grilling is permitted at this property. Under no circumstances is grilling permitted on wooden decks and boardwalks or underneath buildings or homes. Grilling Policies are strictly enforced. Violation may result in eviction without refund. Guest will be held financially and legally accountable for problems or damages caused by violations.



One dog allowed with paid pet rent of $21.43 per dog per night reserved plus tax. Premises that allow pets only allow friendly, housebroken, flea free dogs over 12 months old that are on a veterinarian approved monthly flea/tick treatment and prevention program. Birds, cats, and all other pets are prohibited. Families that bring dogs are required to follow pet policies and pay non-refundable pet rent for each dog as applicable with their reservations. Unauthorized pets shall result in eviction and/or at Carolina Retreats' sole discretion double pet rent plus tax per reserved night payable on demand for each pet. Policies are strictly enforced.



Partial Week Getaways and Advance Bookings with Alternate Arrival/Departure Day:

• After Labor Day – Mid-June: Partial Week Getaways and Advance Bookings with Alternate Arrival/Departure Days with a 3-night minimum stay are permitted in advance with any arrival and departure day.



PLEASE BE SURE YOU REVIEW ALL INFORMATION IN OUR VACATION RENTAL POLICIES AND PROCEDURES - any reservation request made via this site is a reservation request only and is subject to review.

For Current Year Rates and Availability details:
-Please select your desired dates for Check In and Check Out.
-Indicate the number of Guests adults and children and if you will have Pets, if pets are allowed.
-Click Apply
-Click on View details to see a detailed accounting of rate, fees, options, and taxes. Please be aware that we cannot be held responsible for quote information that is incorrectly displayed on this website. Go to our direct site if you wish to make a direct booking.
-Please note that for dog friendly homes, pet rent per dog per week reserved is an additional fee plus tax not included in the total provided.

Next Year Rates and Availability:
-Please note that during the current year we offer guests who wish to request in advance a specific house for specific dates during the next calendar year as an Advance Reservation Request. Rates and Availability are subject to change.
-A non-refundable Advance Reservation administrative fee is charged for each requested week.
-The tenant renting a home in the present year has priority status for the same approximate dates in the house next year if they make their Request on or before the last day of their stay this year.
-Dates are available for Requests to be booked by the public beginning at 9:00AM ET on the first weekday following the tenant's checkout.
-An Advance Request does not guarantee the rental season or the availability of a home or its rental rate for the next calendar year. The availability of a home for rental, the rental rate, and changes to a home or its amenities and furnishings, are established solely by the homeowner.

Every effort is made to ensure that all information and photographs in Carolina Retreats’ advertising are accurate and complete. Rate information for properties is subject to change and the quote provided online is only valid at the time of booking. Carolina Retreats cannot be held responsible for possible typographical errors; omissions; price changes; changes in taxes; changes to Terms and Conditions; or changes made by vacation home owners in furnishings, equipment, or bed arrangements. Vacation homes are privately owned and changes may be made to homes or their contents. Carolina Retreats reserves the right to correct any errors.

Property manager

Carolina Retreats Vacations | Pleasure Island
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Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Carolina Beach

Located in Carolina Beach, this holiday home is on the beach. Carolina Beach Boardwalk is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Carolina Beach and Wrightsville Beach. Carolina Beach Arcade and Odysea Surf and Kiteboard School are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling.
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Carolina Beach, NC

What's nearby

  • Carolina Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Carolina Beach Fishing Pier - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Freeman Park - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Carolina Beach Boardwalk - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Carolina Beach State Park - 7 min drive - 4.7 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪El Cazador 2 - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Britt's Donut Shop - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Seawitch Cafe & Tiki Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Buzz's Roost - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Dolphin Watch | Oceanfront + Dog Friendly! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Dolphin Watch | Oceanfront + Dog Friendly!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Dolphin Watch | Oceanfront + Dog Friendly!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Dolphin Watch | Oceanfront + Dog Friendly! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Carolina Beach holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Carolina Beach and Carolina Beach Fishing Pier. Freeman Park and Carolina Beach Yacht Club and Marina are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Linda M.

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

Great family vacation.

The location right in the beach was wonderful. The house was beautiful and had everything we needed and the kitchen was thoroughly stocked. We had some amazing seafood meals. Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine B.

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

Would book again

Na
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

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

Lovely family reunion location!

We had a wonderful stay in Carolina Beach at the Dolphin Watch house. Plenty of room for everyone in the kitchen and great room and bedrooms. Our own private ramp to the beach was a major plus and beautiful views all along the back of the house.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey D.

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

An amazing property and experience

Our visit was amazing, from start to finish. This is our seventh year visiting the Carolina beaches (Carolina Beach and Topsail Island), and this was by far the best property we’ve visited. The amenities were great and we felt like our comfort and enjoyment were important to our hosts. Our needs were met promptly and professionally when we needed help with something. We would definitely stay at this property again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Kevin A.

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

Lovely beach house right on the water

Lovely home and very comfortable for large group. We'd stay here again. Fantastic views of the ocean. Wifi, TV's, appliances worked well. Private elevator didn't function well at all, and one party member actually got stuck inside for 10 minutes! Great view and so close to the water. However, erosion has destroyed much of the beach in front of the house, and at high tide there is no beach and the water even came over the 3rd steps of the wooden walkway connecting house to the beach. Not very much parking. Great fenced yard for pets. Some discrepancy between online photos and actual home (one photo showed 3 single beds in a room, though it actually only had two), so without a floor plan, it was challenging to coordinate everyone's sleeping quarters. But, the house did sleep 12 as advertised. We had a great time and would definitely recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Rachel G.

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

Great location, property and house, awful beds

We had a great time at this property, but the beds are literal nightmares. For the cost of this house per night, you expect to have beds that you can be comfortable in. They all were sunken and you hear cracking when you sit on them. My husband and I had to sleep in different beds because we were rolling together in the middle and it was awful. We’re in our 30s, smaller people with good backs and these beds gave us all back aches. Oh a bright note, the views are amazing and the beach and ocean are so close! We had a great time, but I will not be rebooking because of the beds.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kari Z.

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

Wonderful house!

A wonderful beach house, very clean and nicely decorated. Location was awesome. The property manager was very responsive!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Amanda F.

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

Absolute Perfection!

We loved this house! Perfect yard for our doggos to play and just steps to the beach! It was nice & quiet on our little stretch and the neighbors were delightful too! Home was well appointed, everything we could need and then some. The best part is that even though the place is HUGE, everything was really comfy & cozy. Elevator made life on 3 floors much easier, and the larger balconies on every level were awesome when the tide came in. Loads of great food & delivery nearby and the property management was super helpful and easy to work with, check in & out without needing to deal with offices and paperwork. We WILL be back, this was one of the best rentals we've ever been to!!

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