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The Dolphin Boat: Walk to Beach & John's Drive-In

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A living room with a TV, comfortable seating, a surfboard, and a view of the ocean. - The Dolphin Boat: Walk to Beach & John's Drive-In (Kitty Hawk)
A kitchen with a white table, a coffee maker, and an American flag. - The Dolphin Boat: Walk to Beach & John's Drive-In (Kitty Hawk)
A bedroom with a large bed, a red chair, a small table, and a window with a view. - The Dolphin Boat: Walk to Beach & John's Drive-In (Kitty Hawk)
A beachside view with two Adirondack chairs, a white pickup truck, and a building with pink shutters. - The Dolphin Boat: Walk to Beach & John's Drive-In (Kitty Hawk)
A hallway with wooden flooring, a white door, and a wooden console table with baskets. - The Dolphin Boat: Walk to Beach & John's Drive-In (Kitty Hawk)
Take advantage of a water park, an arcade/games room and laundry facilities at The Dolphin Boat: Walk to Beach & John's Drive-In. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81272 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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About this property

The Dolphin Boat: Walk to Beach & John's Drive-In

  • Upgrades for 2025: All New Standing Fans & New Rugs
    Upgrades for 2023: Cosmetic updates and new amenities including new TVs in the Queen Bedrooms!

    Cozy Cottage with Ocean Views!
    Settle in for a week of relaxation and fun at The Dolphin Boat! Your small family and canine companion will love the location of this adorable 3-bedroom, 2-bath cottage with amazing views of the Atlantic from your sun deck! When you're ready to hit the sand, the nearest public beach access (White St.) is just a 500-ft walk away making it easier than ever to spend the day splashing in the waves!

    As you pull in, a single-lane driveway provides ample parking space. An outdoor shower makes it easy to rinse off the sand after a day at the beach. Head upstairs to the sun deck to find several Adirondack chairs to kick back in and soak up the ocean breeze while taking in the amazing blue Atlantic views! You'll also find an outdoor table on the sun deck, making dining al fresco or evening stargazing fun & convenient.

    The main level of this cottage features an open floorplan with a quirky layout. When you walk through the front door you will be greeted by the bright and cheery living area and kitchen. The family can easily hang out together on comfortable furnishings and watch a movie on the flat-screen TV. Whipping up a meal while you're in town is easy thanks to the well-stocked kitchen. The dining area has a table with seating for four, and you can find two barstools at the nearby kitchen island for extra dining space.

    Located across from the dining area is where you will find the first of the three bedrooms. This room contains a comfortable queen bed with your own TV, so no more arguing over what to watch! You'll find a full hallway bathroom with a shower/tub combo right beside this bedroom. Head down the hallway and you will find a large room that doubles as a game room and bedroom that's perfect for the kiddos! This room features a foosball table, loveseat, TV, twin bed, and a pyramid bunk bed (twin bed over double bed). Located off of this room is where you will find the second bathroom this cottage offers, and it features a shower stall. Connected by a door to the game room/kids room is where you will find the spacious third bedroom featuring a comfy queen bed and another TV! This room has access to a screened-in deck, with a table and twinkling cafe lights strung above. It's the perfect location for enjoying the night breeze from the ocean and playing a family-friendly card game.

    Beach Access: White Street; 500-ft./2-minute walk

    Burgers & Shakes Galore!
    One of the best parts of visiting the Outer Banks is sampling all of the great food and whether you just enjoy a good bought-out meal or you're a dedicated foodie, you'll find that The Dolphin Boat is in the best location for enjoying burgers and shakes galore! This home is located right beside John's Drive-In—an Outer Banks staple and local favorite since it opened in 1977—where you can enjoy everything from a delicious burger to their famous fried dolphin boats… and don't forget to order a fresh hand-scooped milkshake in your favorite flavor!

    When you're ready to take a break from working on your tan down by the shoreline, you'll find that Kitty Hawk is filled with plenty of other great restaurants and local attractions so there is always something to do. You can easily walk to Hurricane Mo's and The Black Pelican Restaurant (only half a mile north!). Explore the local flora and fauna at the Kitty Hawk Woods Coastal Reserve and then enjoy a relaxing afternoon at the 18-hole course at Sea Scape Golf Links. For the fishing enthusiasts, the historic Avalon Pier is just 1.5 miles south. The kids will love it too since it also features video games! When you stay at The Dolphin Boat, you'll find miles of pristine coastline for watersports and fishing, along with great shopping centers and convenient markets for getting any grocery or supply you might need while you're in town. If that sounds like the vacation you've been dreaming of, book The Dolphin Boat today and start planning your Outer Banks getaway!

    Property Layout:
    Main-Level: Sun Deck w/ Ocean Views; Living Area w/ TV; Kitchen; Dining Area; Hallway Bath (Shower/Tub Combo); Queen Bedroom w/TV; Room w/ Foosball, Twin Bed, Pyramid Bunk Bed, Loveseat, TV; Bathroom w/ Shower Stall; Queen Bedroom, Screened-In Deck Access & TV
    Ground-Level: Single-lane Driveway; Outdoor Shower
    Beds: 2 Queens; 1 Pyramid Bunk Bed; 1 Twin

    *Please note: The Queen bedroom located at the back of the house is accessed by going through the room that doubles as a game room/bunk bedroom.

    MP: 4.5

    Dog Info: This property allows up to 2 dogs max, up to 75 lbs., with an additional fee per dog.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Foosball table
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 1,272 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 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

Family Groups Only. We (Seaside Vacations) are a vacation realty company and per NC real-estate laws a signed lease is required.

The beach gear rental credit is available May 22 - September 25, 2026 at participating homes only.

2026 Private Pool Dates: March 28 - October 23 Community Pool Dates: generally Memorial Day - Labor Day. Dates are approximate & are not guaranteed

Pets

Pets are allowed

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

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 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

About the area

Located in Kitty Hawk, this holiday home is near the beach. Glazin' Go-Nuts and Wright Brothers National Memorial are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Paradise Fun Park and Professor Hacker's Lost Treasure Golf. Travelling with kids? Consider Nor'Banks Sailing and H2OBX Waterpark. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding. Visit our Kitty Hawk travel guide
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Kitty Hawk, NC

What's nearby

  • A beach with waves crashing onto the shore, a wooden pier, and a small building.
    Kitty Hawk Beach
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A church with a large dome and a cross on top.
    Holy Redeemer Catholic Church
    18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • A wooden pier extending into calm waters at sunset.
    Duck Boardwalk
    18 min drive - 9.0 miles
  • Paradise Fun Park
    16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • The Sanderling Spa
    30 min drive - 15.0 miles

Getting around

  • Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional)
    29 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Jolly Roger Restaurant
    3 min drive
  • Henry's Beef & Seafood Restaurant
    14 min walk
  • Hurricane Mo's Beachside Bar And Grill
    9 min walk
  • Barefoot Bernie's Tropical Grill & Bar
    9 min walk
  • Ashley’s Espresso Parlour
    2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Dolphin Boat: Walk to Beach & John's Drive-In pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Dolphin Boat: Walk to Beach & John's Drive-In?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Dolphin Boat: Walk to Beach & John's Drive-In?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Dolphin Boat: Walk to Beach & John's Drive-In?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Dolphin Boat: Walk to Beach & John's Drive-In located?

This family-friendly Kitty Hawk holiday home is located by the sea, within 1 mi (2 km) of Kitty Hawk Beach, Paradise Fun Park and Holy Redeemer Catholic Church. Glazin' Go-Nuts and Kill Devil Hills Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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