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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 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)
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)
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

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.

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About the area

Located in Kitty Hawk, this holiday home is near the beach. Wright Brothers National Memorial and Seaside Art Gallery 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 - 0.2 km
  • A church with a large dome and a cross on top.
    Holy Redeemer Catholic Church
    18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • A pier extending into the ocean at sunset.
    Nags Head Fishing Pier
    12 min drive - 13.8 km
  • A lighthouse on a pier at dusk.
    Duck Boardwalk
    18 min drive - 14.5 km
  • Paradise Fun Park
    16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • The Jolly Roger Restaurant
    3 min drive
  • Barefoot Bernie's Tropical Grill & Bar
    9 min walk
  • Henry's Beef & Seafood Restaurant
    14 min walk
  • Hurricane Mo's Beachside Bar And Grill
    9 min walk
  • Bad Bean Baja Grill
    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. Kill Devil Hills Beach and Kitty Hawk Woods Reserve are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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Reviews

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

7.6

Good

8.0

Cleanliness

10

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 4 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 4 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 4 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 4 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Few small updates

Repair of air conditioner Cooking skillets need replacing Bathrooms are very small Very dissatisfied with not having air conditioning for five out of the seven days of rental. Wish to be compensated for the inconvenience. Please reply Would still recommend this rental to family and friends Thank you Joe Passerini
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic spot for a small family or small group of friends. Location is #1 on my list and it's hard to get better than this. I've stayed in 10 bedroom oceanfront houses that had a longer walk to the beach. John's Drive-In directly next door is a nice bonus for a quick lunch. It's a Kitty Hawk bungalow. Don't over think it. Yes, the bathrooms are a little small. Yes, the kitchen is a little outdated, but if you're coming to the beach to hang out in the bathroom or stare at cabinets all day, then I don't know what to tell you. The showers worked and the cabinets held the dishes. Lol. The front porch is great for morning coffee and watching the sunrise. The owner had bikes and other beach gear in the storage room he offered us to use. Thanks, Jason!!! I'll be coming back!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Not as advertised

Although the location of this property is great, this property needs serious updating. The bathrooms are VERY small - we were a family of 4 adults, and the second bathroom is so small you can't fit on the toilet and the shower stall is tiny -- my daughter put up with it, while the rest of us used the main bathroom - which also is really small but at least you can get a basic shower. The whole sheets/linens deal with the management company was pretty bad -- the linens are horrible - worn and threadbare. Not sure who is monitoring pillows and mattresses, but not good. All the cookware needs replacing - stove is really small. Fridge was missing food bins. NOTHING is provided - not even a bottle of all purpose spray or a working vacuum. We made due - and really are not fussy people, but for the priced charged -- I would say go somewhere else.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
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Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026