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Dolphin Watch | Oceanfront + Dog Friendly!

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
5 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 122100 sq ft

Popular amenities

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

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 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

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 2,100 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

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
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

Townhome
Dolphin Watch 5 BR / 3.5 BA Duplex in Carolina Beach Sleeps 12
582

About the area

Map
Carolina Beach, NC

What's nearby

  • Carolina Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Carolina Beach Fishing Pier - 6 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Freeman Park - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Carolina Beach Boardwalk - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Carolina Beach State Park - 6 min drive - 2.1 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪El Cazador Carolina Beach - ‬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.

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Dolphin Watch | Oceanfront + Dog Friendly! Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10

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

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

Na
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

8/10

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

10/10

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

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

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

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!!