Enjoy 7 Bedrooms and Horizon Ocean Views. Located 1.5 blocks from the ocean, Dolphin Inn Beach House is the place to make lifelong memories!
DolphinInnOBX: 7 Bedrooms, Pool, Hot Tub, quick 1.5 blocks to beach, with plenty of amenities to keep the family happy (golf, tennis, gym, bowling, and marina)
Gated private pool and hot tub. Pool deck with loungers. Southern exposure in all day sun warms pool.
Gated private pool and hot tub. Pool deck with loungers. Southern exposure in all day sun warms pool.
Private 8' x 14' Amish-built Pirate Ship.  A great playset for the little ones.
DolphinInnOBX at night
Aerial view of the DolphinInnOBX
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Our puppy dog says every day is a good day to stay at the DolphinInnOBX
Deck facing west for the sunset
The Outer Banks is listed as one of the most dog-friendly beaches in America. The Dolphin Inn welcomes your four-legged friend. Please check for seasonal dog guidelines and always clean up after your dog.
Living room with floral-print couch, tile, LCD TV, Netflix, Blu-Ray, Disney+, HBO, Hulu, Roku, 600 DVDs, and Onkyo 5.1 Stereo
Fully appointed Kitchen - Granite countertops and stainless steel appliances
BR1 - Captain's Quarters - King bed, Jacuzzi Tub, 32" Flat Screen TV
BR 2 - Surf Shack, Queen Bed, w/ private deck access, Jack-n-Jill Bath, 32" TV, Blu-Ray, NetFlix, Disney+, HBO, Hulu, Max, news, and sports channels.
BR 3 - Nani's Room, King bed, private deck access, Jack-n-Jill Bath, 43" TV, Blu-Ray, NetFlix, Disney+, HBO, Hulu, Max, news, and sports channels.
BR 3 - Nani's Room, King bed, private deck access, Jack-n-Jill Bath, 43" TV, Blu-Ray, NetFlix, Disney+, HBO, Hulu, Max, news, and sports channels.
BR 4 - Adirondack Room, King bed, private deck access, 43" TV,  Blu-Ray, NetFlix, Disney+, HBO, Hulu, Max, Starz, news, and sports channels.
BR 5 - Crew's Quarters with two twin bunk beds, 32" TV, Blu-Ray, NetFlix, Disney+, HBO, Hulu, movie, news, and sports channels.
BR 6 - Pirate's Lair with twin over full bunk, 43" TV, Blu-Ray, NetFlix, Disney+, HBO, Hulu, movie, news, and sports channels.
BR 7 - Mermaids' Lagoon with two twin beds., 32" TV, Blu-Ray, NetFlix, Disney+, HBO, Hulu, movie, news, and sports channels.
Harvard foosball in the game room
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Decks face East and South
Private volleyball court (doubles as a sandbox)
Dog kennel under live oak tree (dog welcome inside house), one mature dog allowed w/ $95 fee
Dolphin Inn - Great Getaway
Defacto private beach access - Southern Shores
Aerial drone view from the DolphinInnOBX
Over 600 DVDs (and lots of books)
Walk to the Ocean
The beach is beautiful in any season. Enjoy walks on quiet beaches and starry nights in the Dolphin Inn's private hot tub.  Great winter rates!
Drone photo of the DolphinInnOBX beach
Golf Privileges at the nearby Kilmarlic Country Club
DolphinInnOBX.com guests have free access to the WestSideOBX.com gym including classes, Olympic swimming pool, 7 tennis courts, four pickleball courts, and full size basketball court
WestSideOBX.com has seven tennis courts and four Pickleball courts.  Four Lighted and Newly Resurfaced Har Tru Courts,  Fresh Water on Court, Complimentary Towels, Beer and Wine Available for purchase.
Free Tennis Privileges (2 courts, backboard, and shaded Gazebo)
Guests of the DolphinInnOBX get discount pricing at the Kitty Hawk Kites.  Why not try hang gliding at the birthplace of flight?
Marina Privileges
Marina Privileges - great sunsets
One of two Nags Head hammocks
Living room with floral-print couch, tile, LCD TV, Netflix, Blu-Ray, Disney+, HBO, Hulu, Roku, 600 DVDs, and Onkyo 5.1 Stereo
Living room with floral-print couch, tile, LCD TV, Netflix, Blu-Ray, Disney+, HBO, Hulu, Roku, 600 DVDs, and Onkyo 5.1 Stereo
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Wicker seating area
At the DolphinInnOBX, we love bowling and are members of the OBX Bowling Lanes.  Use our card on the side of the fridge to get member's discounted rates.
One of two Nags Head hammocks
WestSideOBX.com has seven tennis courts and four pickleball courts free for you
Free use of the 25 meter pool at the West Side Athletic Club.  With dressing facilities with showers, Wi-Fi connection, and a snack bar serving snacks as well as beer and wine.  Pool is open Memorial Day through end of September.
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BR2 - Surf Shack bath: Private half-bath. Tub/shower shared with Nani's room.
BR2 - Surf Shack bath: Private half-bath. Tub/shower shared with Nani's room.
Sit at the counter or around the large dining room table that seats a crowd
Game Room w/ foosball table, Large Screen TV, Netflix,  sink, microwave, and full-size fridge
Game Room w/ foosball table, Large Screen TV, Netflix,  sink, microwave, and full-size fridge
Fully appointed Kitchen - Granite countertops and stainless steel appliances
Fully appointed Kitchen - Granite countertops and stainless steel appliances
Fully appointed Kitchen - Granite countertops and stainless steel appliances
Fully appointed Kitchen - Granite countertops and stainless steel appliances
BR4 - Adirondack Room Bath with private sink, toilet, and shower
BR4 - Adirondack Room Bath with private sink, toilet, and shower
BR4 - Adirondack Room Bath with private sink, toilet, and shower
Kid's bath on entry-level floor
BR3 - Nani's Room bath: Private half-bath. Tub/shower shared with Surf Shack.
Half-bath  w/ transparent blue tile floor on landing between 2nd and 3rd floor
Half-bath  w/ transparent blue tile floor on landing between 2nd and 3rd floor

Dolphin Inn OBX - Southern Shores

17 guests
7 bedrooms
5 bathrooms
3000 Sqft
Vacation HomeEntire place
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About this place

Steps to ocean, Private Pool, Pirate Ship, Gym/Golf/Tennis - DolphinInnOBX

We rent Saturday - Saturday Mid-March - Mid-October. To book, select a Saturday as your start and end date.

*** Free sheets and bath towels for any new booking (or save $250 if you bring your own) ***

New - Free Pickleball at nearby courts and West Side Athletic Club.

Bring friends and family together at the DolphinInnOBX, a seven-bedroom beach rental cottage in Southern Shores, just south of Duck, NC. Our beach house enjoys horizon ocean views and is a short 1.5-block (four-minute) 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.

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, Disney+, 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, Streaming Channels, and DVD player. 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.

Keywords: House, Villa, Beach House, Cottage

Sleeping configuration

Captain's Quarters

1 king bed

Surf Shack

1 queen bed

Nani's Room

1 king bed

Adirondack

1 king bed

Crew's Quarters

2 bunk beds

Pirate's Liar

1 bunk bed

Mermaid Lagoon

2 single beds

What this place offers

40 Amenities
Washing Machine
Iron & Board
Hair Dryer
Linens Provided
Full Kitchen
Oven
Hot Tub
Private Pool
High Speed Internet
Laptop friendly workspace
Desk
Desk chair

Shared spaces

Shared Pool
Shared Fitness Room/Gym
Shared Tennis Court
Though we have a private (i.e., not-shared) pool, hot tub, volleyball court, and basketball hoop at the DolphinInnOBX beach house, you may wish to take advantage of our golf, tennis, gym, bowling and marina memberships for additional amenities. Enjoy our membership at the Kilmarlic Golf Club and Outer Banks Bowling (member's pricing on golf and bowling). Free use of all facilities at the West End Athletic Club, Southern Shores Marina, and Southern Shores Tennis Courts. Free Pickleball!
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Nearby activities

24
Fishing Charters
Surfing
Kitesurf
Beach Volleyball
Golf
Miniature Golf
Tennis
Cycling

Property Suitability

Please review these important guidelines to ensure this property meets your needs and expectations.

Child friendly

  • Children's books and toys
  • Baby friendly
  • Crib/Pack 'n Play
  • High chair

No events allowed

No smoking allowed

No Parking

Parking for five cars/SUVs

Meet the Host

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Jorge

Owner

English
Though we love to travel the world, our best memories happen at the Dolphin Inn. We bought the house when our kids still believed in the magic of pirates and princesses. These days, they don't ask us to play make believe on the Dolphin Inn's pirate ship playground. Still, a little magic happens when we're at the Dolphin Inn. Maybe it's the salt air or the slow pace, but we seem to laugh more. The kids linger longer at the table. They go for walks with us. We find time to play games, tell stories and rewatch favorite movies. It's a special place to our family. Maybe that's why we love to share it with other families. We hope we can help your family make memories at the Dolphin Inn.
Response Rate
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Response Time
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Member Since
July 2020

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Policies & Rules

Check-In
3PM
Flexible timing
Check-Out
9AM
Standard
Max Guests
17 People
Including infants
Min Age
25
Primary renter
Not Allowed
Smoking • Parties
$Security Deposit
300
Refundable

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