Steps to Ocean, Pickleball, Pool, Pirate Ship, Golf, Gym, Marina - DolphinInnOBX
About this house rental
Nestled in Southern Shores, this charming house for $280 per night is a fantastic choice for your next vacation. New for 2024 - Free Pickleball at nearby courts and also at the West Side Athletic Club. Last-minute deals! April 27 week was $2,700, now $1,960. Memorial day week (May 25 week) was $5,700, now $3,990. Tax/fees extra. Bring friends and family together at the DolphinInnOBX, a seven-bedroom beach rental cottage in Southern Shores, just south of Duck, NC. This 7-bedroom home enjoys horizon ocean views and a short 1.5-block walk to the beach. Enjoy a private pool, hot tub, pirate ship playground, wrap-around decks, and a landscaped yard. The Dolphin Inn, featured in Money magazine, was recognized for its quintessential beach atmosphere. The Dolphin Inn is pet-friendly, joining many Outer Banks' beaches and businesses. Just over a block to the ocean, the Dolphin Inn offers premium amenities like a fully outfitted kitchen, family-friendly gear, a complimentary in-home entertainment package and a guests-only fitness club membership. Whether this is your first reunion or a decades-long tradition, reserve the Dolphin Inn for your beach getaway. Make family memories that last a lifetime. The main living area includes a master suite, full kitchen with bar, dining area, and reading corner. The wrap-around decks offer horizon ocean views. The generously appointed kitchen overlooks the welcoming great room with games, 600+ DVD movies, a gas Fireplace, a Large Screen Television with 5.1 channel surround sound and a wide-selection of free movies through NetFlix, HBO, Showtime, Cinemax, etc.. The top floor also boasts a King Bedroom with a Private Bathroom and Jacuzzi Tub. The second floor offers three sunny master bedrooms with private entrances to the wrap-around deck. The first floor has three bedrooms with bunks and single beds, laundry, a full bath, an outdoor shower, and a Game Room. Amenities include Free Wireless Internet, Golf Club membership privileges at the local Kilmarlic Golf Course, Gym, Olympic pool, pickleball, and tennis privileges at the WestSide Athletic Club, free boat launching privileges at a nearby Marina, and free tennis at Southern Shores Civic Association tennis courts. Bowling membership too! It’s just over two miles North to the town of Duck with great shopping and dining. Head South two miles to Kitty Hawk and you’ll find Harris Teeter, Food Lion, Carawan Seafood Co., Wal-mart, and other conveniences. Entry Level: 3 Bedrooms (Crews' Quarters w/2 Bunk Sets, Pirates' Lair w/ pyramid bunk, Mermaids' Lagoon w/2 Singles), 1 Full Bath, Den with Wet Bar/Fridge/Microwave, Foosball, DVD/VCR Combo, Enclosed Outside Shower and Gas Grill. Level Two: 3 Bedrooms (Surf Shack w/Queen, Private Half Bath, Nani's Room w/King and Private Half Bath. Surf Shack and Nani's Room share a Tub/Shower, i.e., Jack and Jill Bath. Adirondack Room - 1 Master Suite w/King). Top Floor: Lovely Living/Dining Area, Gourmet Kitchen w/ Granite Countertop, Gas Fireplace, Half Bath, Captain's Quarters Master Suite with King and Full Bath with Jacuzzi and a Wrap Around Deck. Contact us for more information about our guest-friendly cancellation policy. Linens available upon request ($160 + tax for all 12 beds, $100 + tax for 17 sets of towels, but can be prorated to your needs). Pillows, blankets, and comforters are provided with or without linen rentals. Keywords: House, Villa, Beach House, Cottage Note: What follows below is a description created by VRBO's Artificial Intelligence system. Sometimes what follows doesn't make sense. For example, VRBO says we have private pools. We have one private pool, so take the following autogenerated text with a grain of salt. Unfortunately, we, the homeowners, cannot control it. Please reach out to us if you need clarification.
Amenities
Pool
Air conditioner
Pets allowed
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony / Patio
Dishwasher
Hot Tub / Spa
TV
Gym / Fitness Center
Garden
Family friendly
Map of Southern Shores, NC
Reviews
5.0/5.0
Outstanding(153 Reviews)
5.0
We had a fantastic stay at this beach rental property! The location was just right, with a quick 5-minute walk to the beach. What made it even better was the fact that the property provided plenty of chairs for our group of 9 and a wagon for easy transportation – a thoughtful touch that made our beach days even more enjoyable.
One of the highlights of this rental was the pool and hot tub. On days when we wanted a break from the sand and surf, these amenities provided the perfect relaxation spot. Plus, they were impeccably clean, adding to our overall sense of comfort.
The hosts deserve a special mention for their outstanding communication. From the moment we booked, they were quick to respond and incredibly helpful. They even scheduled a call ahead of our trip to address any questions or concerns we had.
In terms of amenities, the well-equipped kitchen with plenty of pots and pans (all organized and labeled) was a pleasant surprise. We made great use of it, especially with the added bonus of a grill for cooking family-style meals for days we didn’t want to eat out.
All in all, our stay at this property was truly wonderful. It combined convenience, cleanliness, and superb host communication, making for a memorable beach vacation. I highly recommend this rental for anyone looking to create lasting beachside memories!
5.0
What an awesome time we had here at the Dolphin Inn. Jorge the owner was so easy to work with always available with any questions. Our whole family stayed all age ranges and it was fun for all. A short walk to the beach, close to restaurants, and recreational activities as well.
5.0
Our group, which consisted of 8 adults and 1 toddler, had the best stay at the Dolphin Inn! We spent most of our time at the pool, which was clean and very well maintained, stocked with plenty of rafts, since our son still isn’t crazy about the ocean. The house itself was beautiful and very clean when we arrived. There was a minor maintenance issue the day we checked in, which we were informed about by Jorge and Susannah prior to arrival and it was taken care of promptly, which was appreciated. The location of the house was great as it was convenient to get to the beach (5 minute walk), drive to Duck for shopping/dinners (10 minutes), or Venture a little farther but only about 15 minutes to the H2OBX water park, which we all had a blast at. We would definitely stay there again and cannot speak highly enough of Jorge and Susannah!
5.0
Perfect family vacation at OBX! Jorge and Susannah are 5 star hosts for a reason! We had an absolute blast.
5.0
House was decorated very nice. Easy to find.Kitchen and bedrooms were nicely done and supplied.
5.0
My family goes to the OBX regularly. First time staying here & out of all our trips we have never had a host like Jorge! Communication was top notch, very friendly, helpful and genuinely cared! Lovely property!! We’ll be back!
5.0
We had a fantastic time at the Dolphin Inn. We had plenty of space to spread out (4 kids and grandparents) and the location was great. Short walk to the beach and short distance to Duck and Kitty Hawk. It's a great location to explore the Outer Banks! The host was super attentive, helpful and a pleasure to work with! We will be back :)
5.0
Our family stayed at this lovely home in Southern Shores. All the beds were comfortable and the house had just about everything you could want. A short 5 minute walk to the beach, great location to Duck and Kitty Hawk, along with a Food Lion 5 minutes away. Great communication with Jorge through the entire process. Thanks!
5.0
We had a great time at the Dolphin Inn! Our 3 family group just loved this property. It had everything you need for a beach/pool vacation which made packing very easy! Our hosts were extremely attentive and responsive. By the end of our two week stay, they were more like friends than hosts! Can’t wait to come back again.
5.0
The house is just as described in the listing. Plenty of space all around. Short walk to the beach (beach chairs and toys at the house). Pool and hot tub were well maintained, and in a gated area that is childproof. Televisions in all bedrooms and common areas, as well as a nintendo wii for the kids. Communication with the owner was very simple and precise. Highly recommend this property.
5.0
We had an absolutely amazing vacation! The house was very well equipped for a very large group. The owner Jorge was so accommodating and helpful with the whole process! We have rented in that area numerous times and have never dealt with a better owner. He went out of his way to make everything wonderful!
5.0
We had such a nice stay at Dolphin Inn! Plenty of space for our big family- and for cousins to play!
5.0
Wonderful stay!
This was our first time at the Outer Banks and we couldn’t have asked for a better experience! The house was just as advertised with all the comforts of home! Plenty of room for our family to spread out! Jorge was so kind and helpful from the booking to the end of our stay, he even called mid week to check in on us! Definitely recommend!
5.0
Fabulous Family Vacation
We had a wonderful time at The Dolphin Inn with three generations of our family. The accommodations were as beautiful as pictured, and our family thought the pool and hot tub were amazing! The short walk to the beach was certainly a bonus. The numerous amenities made it feel like home and the streaming services made for enjoyable family movie nights! Our hosts, Jorge and Susannah, were available via text throughout our stay and checked in a few times to ensure that we had no issues and to answer any questions.
I would highly recommend The Dolphin Inn to anyone looking to have a fabulous, memorable family vacation in the Outer Banks!
5.0
2022 Family Vacation
The Dolphin Inn is a great place to stay. We had 17 in our family stay and the house served us well. Not very far to the beach and we visited the beach all of the time, otherwise spent time in the pool or hot tub. The family loved it. We haven’t been to the OBX in years and the vacation reminded us of why we liked it there so much.
Jorge, the owner, was great to talk to. I am big on communication and he provided everything we needed for a great family vacation.
Lots of things to do, restaurants galore or just relax while strolling on the beach at sunset with your loved ones.
5 stars for sure.
5.0
The best family getaway!
This was the perfect location for our large family vacation. The location of the home is central to the many OBX towns which made them easy days trips too! Our trip included our parents, their three children and spouses as well as 6 grandchildren of varying ages. It was great for everyone. Having the kids downstairs was so fun for them and made the upstairs more relaxing for the adults. The kids swam, played volleyball, played in the pirate playground and in the hot tub, danced with the Wii, played foosball...the list goes on! It was the easiest walk to the beach also. Took about 5 minutes and you were on the sand with a wagon and beach chairs that we didn't have to pack and bring. The kitchen was perfect for many meals we made at home and the decks and hammocks were favorites of the adults...many books read and naps taken. Jorge was so incredible to work with. Super fast with responding and checking in to make sure everything was perfect. We have already recommended it to friends and will be back for sure!
5.0
Loved the dolphin inn. Our stay was met with 50-60 degree weather with lots of wind and rain yet we still had a great time here. Very close walk to the beach which we did get to visit on a couple occasions. Glad this house is a little away from the main drag with all the shops and restaurants but still very close by. Very nice having a pool/ hot tub, sand volleyball and even a little pirate ship playground for the kids. Plenty of room for our large group with fully set up TVs in every room. Would definitely be willing to stay here again
5.0
Great place, great location
Loved the dolphin inn. Our stay was met with 50-60 degree weather with lots of wind and rain yet we still had a great time here. Very close walk to the beach which we did get to visit on a couple occasions. Glad this house is a little away from the main drag with all the shops and restaurants but still very close by. Very nice having a pool/ hot tub, sand volleyball and even a little pirate ship playground for the kids. Plenty of room for our large group with fully set up TVs in every room. Would definitely be willing to stay here again
5.0
Owner was great to work with and made sure the trip went smooth and was enjoyable.
5.0
Mini golf trip
Owner was great to work with and made sure the trip went smooth and was enjoyable.
5.0
Perfect for our family
We had a wonderful time at the Dolphin Inn house. It was the perfect size for our family of 10 adults and 5 kids. So many amenities…hot tub, foosball, tv’s in every room with roku, outdoor play area for the kids. We prepared all our dinners at the house. And it’s just a five minute walk to the beach. I can’t say enough about Jorge. He is a very responsible owner and a pleasure to deal with. I highly recommend this home.
5.0
Best host I have ever rented from
This property was very clean upon arrival and the host was very helpful with things to do on our trip he had endless recommendations for what to do and where to go in town it made our trip very easy to navigate. We are definitely booking with this host again!
5.0
You'll love it!
The Dolphin Inn is in a terrific location with convenient nearby access to the beach and restaurants, stores etc.. The owner, Jorge, is amazing - providing clear and helpful communication and ensuring a wonderful stay. The property has every amenity to ensure a fun vacation for all ages. In addition, helpful recommendations are provided for restaurants and entertainment. It is the most organized property we have ever stayed in which allowed us to spend all of our time vacationing versus trying to figure everything out on the property! Thank you :)
5.0
Would go back in a heartbeat!
The owner couldn’t have been accommodating. The house is beautiful and the kids loves the pool and hot tub.
5.0
Excellent Vacation, Very Attentive Owners!
We stayed at the Dolphin Inn for one week this summer and our experience was nearly perfect! There were six adults and six children. This house had plenty of space for all of us to fit comfortably, with extra room to spare! The beach was a close walk and we loved that there were plenty of beach chairs provided. We spent a lot of time at the pool and the kids loved the play area in the yard. Jorge was extremely thoughtful and made sure everything went smoothly from check-in to check-out. I very highly recommend this rental!
5.0
This was our 1st time staying at the Dolphin Inn and it was perfect! All the comforts of home within minutes to a great peaceful beach with crazy waves!!
We can’t wait to go back❤️❤️
5.0
Outer Banks vacation
This was our 1st time staying at the Dolphin Inn and it was perfect! All the comforts of home within minutes to a great peaceful beach with crazy waves!!
We can’t wait to go back❤️❤️
5.0
Amazing House!
We had an awesome week at the Dolphin Inn. The owners are super responsive to calls and emails, attentive to every detail at the house, and just very sweet, helpful people that we had the pleasure to meet! The house is well stocked and the pool was beautiful, clean and loads of fun. We walked to the beach every day and the wagon provided helped us get everything there. We rented beach umbrellas and chairs which was very helpful to have set up each day. The location of this house is near shopping and restaurants too. We had an amazing week with our kids and grandkids and would highly recommend the Dolphin Inn!!
5.0
Jorge was an amazing host and the house exceeded all our needs and expectations. Would highly recommend to anyone with a large family that wants to relax and have fun!
5.0
This house was perfect for our large family reunion. 12 adults 6 kids. Ages 8 months to 11 years old. The pool was the highlight. We also enjoyed the hammocks and the numerous decks to relax on. Jorge the owner and host is very passionate about customer service and checked in a few times to make sure we were having a great stay. He is definitely a people person and we had a great chat about obx and the ins and out of the area. Thank you Jorge for a great vacation.
5.0
Outstanding vacation
Jorge was an amazing host and the house exceeded all our needs and expectations. Would highly recommend to anyone with a large family that wants to relax and have fun!
5.0
Great property and even better owner
This house was perfect for our large family reunion. 12 adults 6 kids. Ages 8 months to 11 years old. The pool was the highlight. We also enjoyed the hammocks and the numerous decks to relax on. Jorge the owner and host is very passionate about customer service and checked in a few times to make sure we were having a great stay. He is definitely a people person and we had a great chat about obx and the ins and out of the area. Thank you Jorge for a great vacation.
5.0
Absolutely blast in the OBX
We caravanned from
Michigan with 2 other families and spent a week at the Dolphin Inn! The house was perfect for three families (10 kids and 6 adults) and we had sleep room to spare. The house had everything you needed to have a great time outside (pool, hot tub, volleyball court, play structure, etc) and inside (TVs everywhere, games, etc.)
Host was always available and accommodating! Really had a great time and when the OBX comes calling again - this is where we are staying!
5.0
We caravanned fromMichigan with 2 other families and spent a week at the Dolphin Inn! The house was perfect for three families (10 kids and 6 adults) and we had sleep room to spare. The house had everything you needed to have a great time outside (pool, hot tub, volleyball court, play structure, etc) and inside (TVs everywhere, games, etc.) Host was always available and accommodating! Really had a great time and when the OBX comes calling again - this is where we are staying!
5.0
Great experience
We had a very positive experience with this property. Jorge was extremely helpful in every aspect. It is great house to stay with family. Walking distance to the beach and short drive to great restaurants. My 7 years old daughter spent hours playing in the pirate ship.
5.0
This home and hosts are fantastic. The hosts are outstanding at communicating and answering any questions. The house is beautiful and the location and ammenities top notch! Can’t wait to go back!
5.0
Beautiful Home!
This home and hosts are fantastic. The hosts are outstanding at communicating and answering any questions. The house is beautiful and the location and ammenities top notch! Can’t wait to go back!
5.0
Jorge was an amazing host. The house was perfect for our golf weekend. Would definitely use the Dolphininn again for future golf outings!
5.0
Great golf weekend
Jorge was an amazing host. The house was perfect for our golf weekend. Would definitely use the Dolphininn again for future golf outings!
5.0
Take 2
It was 2 years in the planning with 4 adult children, spouses, significants, and 4 grandchildren! We can’t wait to do it again. You know when you adult kids are planning the next family vacation 3 days in that you have knocked it out of the park! A great pool, sand volleyball games, the pirate sandbox, relaxing on the decks, enough space for everyone, a responsive and attentive owner and great proximity to the beach and attractions it was a 10 plus!!
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Southern Shores?
The average price for a rental in Southern Shores is $322 per night. This rental is $42 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Steps to Ocean, Pickleball, Pool, Pirate Ship, Golf, Gym, Marina - DolphinInnOBX. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Steps to Ocean, Pickleball, Pool, Pirate Ship, Golf, Gym, Marina - DolphinInnOBX. Enjoy the water!
Is Steps to Ocean, Pickleball, Pool, Pirate Ship, Golf, Gym, Marina - DolphinInnOBX pet friendly?
Yes! This house is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.
What amenities are available at Steps to Ocean, Pickleball, Pool, Pirate Ship, Golf, Gym, Marina - DolphinInnOBX?
We found 15 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen / kitchenette, and internet / wifi.
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