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Dolphin Watch - 7Br - Oceanfront - Pool/Hot Tub

Waterfront vacation home with an outdoor pool and a hot tub

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TV
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Escape to Dolphin Watch, an oceanfront vacation rental property in Kure Beach with private beach access and a walkway. Unwind on one of the 3 oceanfront decks/patios or by the private pool with lounge chairs. Enjoy gas and charcoal grills, outdoor shower, boogie boards, and complimentary Wi-Fi.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

7 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 16

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

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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 Watch - 7Br - Oceanfront - Pool/Hot Tub

Summary:
Updates for 2025 -
Fresh Paint inside and out!!
Furniture updates as well
Best Vacation Home in Kure Beach!!


Oceanfront Beach House - private pool, hot tub, elevator.

Cleaning Fee Includes:
Departure Clean
Linens
Beds Made
Towel, Hand Towel and Wash Cloth Per Person for Total Occupancy
Starter Toiletry Set (1 roll TP, 1 Roll Paper Towels, Starter Soaps and Shampoo)

The Space:
Dolphin Watch is rated as a LUXURY property Don`t miss your chance to vacation at one of the nicest properties that Kure Beach has to offer. Dolphin Watch is a magnificent oceanfront vacation rental property and has been part of vacation-making memories for 15 years!! Now it's your turn. We will see you soon!!

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GENERAL:
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
- Central Air & Heat
- Private Beach Access & Walkway
- Private Pool with 8 Lounge Chairs -We do not close the pool and it is
heated during the months of March, April, May, September and October
- Pool Dimensions: 14' x 24', 3.5ft shallow, 5ft deep
- Hot Tub
- Elevator Accesses All Levels
- 2 One Car Garages
- Large Driveway for Additional Parking
- 3 Oceanfront Decks/Patio
- Gas & Charcoal Grills
- Outdoor Shower
- 6 Beach Chairs
- Boogie Boards

TOP DECK:
- Oceanfront, Beautiful Views!
Seating for 4
- Accessed by 3rd Level Foyer & 2 Oceanfront Master Bedrooms

MIDDLE DECK:
- Oceanfront, Ocean Views & Overlooks Pool
- 2 Tables, Seats up to 12 Total
- Accessed by Living Room & 2nd Floor Master Bedroom

GROUND POOL/PATIO:
- Ocean View, Eye Level with Pool
- Beach Chairs
- Outdoor Shower (not enclosed)
- Accessed by Ground Level Foyer & 2 Ground Level Bedrooms

KITCHEN & DINING ROOM:
- Ocean Views, Street-Side
- 2nd Floor Dining Table with Seating for 10
- Kitchen Bar with Seating for 6
- Refrigerator 2-12 Cup Drip Coffee Makers
Kuerig
- 2 Blenders
- 2 Dishwashers
- Flat Cook Top Stove
- 2 Ovens
- Wet Bar
- Handheld Mixer
- Microwave
- Large Oversized Roasting Pot
- Teapot
- 4 Piece Toaster

LIVING ROOM:
- Oceanfront, 2nd Floor
- Seating for 10
- Streaming TV
- Ceiling Fan

LAUNDRY AREAS:
- One on 2nd Floor & One on 3rd Floor
- 2 Top Loading Washers
- 2 Front Loading Dryers
- 1 Iron & Board

3rd FLOOR COMMON AREA:
- Oceanfront, 3rd Floor
- Large Hall Closet
- Access to 3rd Floor Deck

MASTER SUITE:
- #1 Oceanfront, 3rd Floor
- Private Bathroom with Double Vanity Sinks, Garden Tub & Stand-up -- --
- Shower w/ Glass Door
- King Bed
- Flat Screen TV with Cable
- Ceiling Fan
- Alarm Clock
- Private Access to Oceanfront 3rd Floor Deck

MASTER SUITE #2:
- Oceanfront, 3rd Floor
- Private Bathroom with Double Vanity Sinks, Jacuzzi Tub & Stand-up - - --
- Shower w/ Glass Door
- King Bed
- Flat Screen TV with Cable
- Ceiling Fan Alarm Clock Private Access to 3rd Floor Oceanfront Deck -

- MASTER SUITE #3 Street-side, 3rd Floor
- Private Bathroom with Double Vanity Sinks, Jacuzzi Tub & Stand-up -
- Shower w/ Glass Door
- King Bed
- Flat Screen Smart TV with Cable
- Ceiling Fan
- Alarm Clock

MASTER SUITE #4:
- Oceanfront, 2nd Floor
- Private Bathroom with Double Vanity Sinks, Jacuzzi Tub & Stand-up -
- Shower w/ Glass Door
- King Bed
- Flat Screen TV with Cable
- Ceiling Fan
- Alarm Clock
- Private Access to Oceanfront 2nd Floor Deck

BEDROOM #5:
- Oceanfront, Ground Level
- 1st Floor Shared Bathroom Stand-up Shower w/ Glass Door
- King Bed
- TV with Cable
- Ceiling Fan
- Alarm Clock
- Private Access to Oceanfront Ground Floor Patio

BEDROOM #6:
- Street-Side, 2nd Floor Shared Bathroom with Common Area with a - -
- Shower/Tub Combo w/ Glass Door
- 2 Twin Beds
- Flat Screen TV
- Ceiling Fan
- Alarm Clock

BEDROOM #7:
- Oceanfront, Ground Level
- 1st Floor Shared Bathroom with a Stand-up Shower w/ Glass Door
- 2 Twin Beds
- Flat Screen TV with Cable
- Ceiling Fan
- Alarm Clock
- Private Access to Oceanfront Ground Floor Patio

Pleasure Island Properties Firm License #C10887

Guest Access:
Remote/Keyless Entry

The Neighborhood:
Located in the Fort Fisher area of Kure Beach

Interaction with Guests:
The host is available throughout the guest stay with quick and effortless communication through the Airbnb app.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 7 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 6 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

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.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Heated pool

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in 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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Must be 25 years or older NO SMOKING NO Pets - We live locally and any guest that is found to have a pet will be asked to leave immediately.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

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About the neighborhood

Map
Kure Beach, NC

What's nearby

  • Kure Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Fort Fisher State Historic Site - 2 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Kure Beach Pier - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Ocean Front Park - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher - 4 min drive - 3.6 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Sandspur - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Ocean Grill & Tiki Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Silver Dollar - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Havana's Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Tropical - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Dolphin Watch - 7Br - Oceanfront - Pool/Hot Tub have a pool?

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

Is Dolphin Watch - 7Br - Oceanfront - Pool/Hot Tub pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Dolphin Watch - 7Br - Oceanfront - Pool/Hot Tub?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Dolphin Watch - 7Br - Oceanfront - Pool/Hot Tub?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Dolphin Watch - 7Br - Oceanfront - Pool/Hot Tub located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Kure Beach and Fort Fisher State Recreation Area. Coquina Outcrop and Fort Fisher State Historic Site are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Dolphin Watch - 7Br - Oceanfront - Pool/Hot Tub Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Marc S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place and good location. We had an awesome vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Haley B.

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

Great host and house!

We loved this house, the location, the host, everything was great.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

David W.

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

Celebrating Moms 90th Birthday

Mr.Kitts was so considerate and his home is absolutely stunning! It was even nicer than the advertised pictures due to recent updates. He checked on us to see if we had everything to make our time enjoyable. This home and location is so well equipped and the sunrises were simply amazing! Would definitely put this property at the top of my list for future stays!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy T.

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

Great House and Wonderful Trip

Great property in a great location. Very well kept and I would recommend to anyone.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley Y.

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

Peaceful stay in a beautiful location!

Even though the weather didn't cooperate, the place was so beautiful inside that we still had a wonderful family stay. Great communication and comfortable stay with our extended family. Kids loved the pool and access to the beach. Would definitely book again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teresa R.

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

Our Week at the Beach

Our family of 11 (9 adults, 2 kids) had an awesome, week long stay at the Dolphin Watch. Jim went above and beyond to make our vacation enjoyable and stress free. A few things I’d like to note; the kitchen was very well stocked, the toiletries provided were great and the place was clean. As an unexpected bonus, Jim had beach chairs and umbrellas set up for us each day!! Jim arranged for us to have an early check in and personally went back to the house to search for and mail items we left behind after checkout. We were very impressed and would love to stay there again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine D.

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

Tennis Ladies

My ladies tennis team had a wonderful stay at this property. The house was clean, large enough to easily accommodate 15 people, and was in a great location. The host communicated with me throughout our stay and was helpful when we needed extra space for parking. We also loved that so many bedrooms and the main living space had spectacular ocean views. We would definitely stay here again and recommend this property to others.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Great for work retreat!

Fantastic location, right on the beach with gorgeous views through large windows. Great for watching the sunrise. Was very happy with the abundance of seating and extra large dining table which was perfect for meals and discussions during our retreat. Beds were comfortable and hearing the surf added soothing white noise to help with sleep! Jim was very responsive and helped with a special request that worked out perfectly. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly R.

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

First time in Kure Beach!

We vacation every other year with our children, grandchildren and extended family. We had a large group ranging from 3-62! It was a full house, yet we didn’t feel on top of one another. Plenty of spaces to separate. The house was clean, very well stocked with kitchen equipment and a had generous supply of paper towels, dishwasher and dish detergents. The bathrooms were also well stocked. Plenty of eating space for large groups. Our son even made his famous homemade meatballs, pasta (brought his own pasta board) and sauce for the whole group! The oceanfront views were stunning, especially from the two oceanfront bedrooms on the third floor! We are already missing the porch swing on the second floor deck! Plenty of outside seating on the decks and at the pool. The 3 beach umbrellas and 6 chairs set up every am was a much appreciated surprise! Plenty of parking space out front as well! We had 6 vehicles easily parked in the driveway.Jim was great to communicate with, responding timely with and any questions or concerns. We were also pleasantly surprised with Kure Beach. Much quieter and laid back atmosphere than we are used to which we really enjoyed. There is more activity just down the road in Carolina Beach. Close to Wilmington, and also Southport via the ferry. Would definitely recommend Kure Beach and Dolphin Watch!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura M.

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

Fantastic stay!

We had a group of family members with us for a week ranging in age from 9 to 71. The accommodations were top notch. Wonderful to have the pool and beach right out our door. PLENTY of room, even when we hosted a BBQ dinner for a total of 21 people. The kitchen and seating are expansive and the kitchen well stock with all the pots/pans/dishes/appliances you need. The bedrooms are great and wonderful listening to the waves literally all night from the oceanside rooms. Bathrooms were great size. The elevator was great for moving things in and out. Our host, Jim, was incredible! He was right back to me with any questions. Great location being not far from Fort Fisher Park and the aquarium. You are out of the hustle bustle but close to everything. The pool was perfect and maintain by a pool man I think twice during the week. Hot tub was an added benefit. Having three floors was great. Young kids had bedrooms on the first level and the "old people" were on the third floor, nice and quiet. We would return without hesitation. You really can't beat it.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alex C.

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

This is your next vacation rental - you can stop looking

Stop! Stop scrolling, stop looking for your vacation home – you’ve FOUND IT!! This home is everything you could ever want in a vacation experience. Just steps & I mean steps from your private beach access you are on the sand. It’s so close to the gorgeous water that when you look out the windows you feel like you’re on a cruise ship. Your unobstructed view provides stunning vistas. The pictures are true to the home. The kitchen is open & perfect for family gatherings as it opens to the living room. Plus the bedrooms are expansive & beautifully appointed. The diff. bed types allow for various sleeping arrangements. The views on the beach side of the house are breathtaking. There are also washers & dryers on the 2nd & 3rd floors. The heated pool is fabulous. We went in Oct and it was delightful to take a dip in the afternoon and not be struck by freezing cold water. The pool is a perfect size and the very short beach access ramp is right there. Have no fear about the little ones – there are gates. Then the hot tub! So great to take a soak and gaze out over the water. There are also several beach chairs, toys and other fun stuff provided. There is a additional large fridge in one of the garages. The elevator is such a great feature. Not only to bring in your luggage/groceries but in case you have some people with mobility challenges. This house was so wonderful that we never left. We enjoyed the beach, the stunning views, the pool, the hot tub, and the board games. All fantast
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hollie S.

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

Great place!

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melanie J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024