Dolphin: Dog-Friendly Buxton Beach Retreat

Your Outer Banks escape starts here—at Dolphin, a bright and beachy 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath townhouse in Buxton’s beloved Cottages at the Cape community. Perfect for families or couples, this pet-friendly retreat offers ocean views, easy beach access, and a laid-back atmosphere that captures the quiet charm of Hatteras Island. The space Coastal Comfort Steps from the Beach Dog-Friendly | Ocean Views | Close to the Beach Your Outer Banks escape starts here—at Dolphin, a bright and beachy 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath townhouse in Buxton’s beloved Cottages at the Cape community. Perfect for families or couples, this pet-friendly retreat offers ocean views, easy beach access, and a laid-back atmosphere that captures the quiet charm of Hatteras Island. Relax on the screened-in porch with your morning coffee as you listen to the waves, or unwind after a day at the beach in the comfortable living area designed with fun, coastal-inspired décor. The fully equipped kitchen provides everything you need for home-cooked meals, while a private washer/dryer, central AC, and high-speed WiFi make every stay feel effortless. Flexible Stay Options With flexible check-in and short-stay availability, you can arrive any day of the week and stay as few as 3 nights in summer or 2 nights in the off-season—ideal for a spontaneous getaway or a long weekend by the sea. Beach Access: 0.2 Mile / 5-Minute Walk to Buxton Beach Access Property Layout Top Level: King Bedroom; Queen Bedroom; Full Bathroom Main Level: Living Area w/ TV; Fully Equipped Kitchen; Dining Area; Half Bathroom; Screened Porch Beds: 1 King, 1 Queen Highlights Dog-friendly Buxton townhouse Ocean views & screened-in porch Steps from the beach and Cape Hatteras Lighthouse Quiet, family-friendly neighborhood Screened-In Porch Private washer/dryer Central AC & fast WiFi Laptop-friendly Workspace Board Game Table Comfortable king and queen bedrooms Patio & outdoor shower Community Playground Parking for 2 vehicles Location Tucked within the Cottages at the Cape, Dolphin is perfectly situated for both relaxation and exploration. Walk or bike to the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse, browse local shops, or grab a bite at Buxton’s favorite restaurants. Discover nearby beaches, fish the jetties, or simply enjoy the peaceful rhythm of island life. Experience the Magic of Hatteras Island From stunning sunsets to starlit nights, Buxton offers the perfect balance of adventure and tranquility. Visit the Museum of the Sea, explore Frisco Native American Museum, or take a day trip to Ocracoke Island via ferry. Whether you’re dining in the screened-in porch or chasing waves with your dog, Dolphin is your serene seaside escape. Book Your Stay Set your sights on the sea and let Dolphin welcome you home to the heart of Hatteras Island. Dog Info: This property allows 2 dogs max, with an additional fee per dog. Guest access The Entire Home, parking at the home. Other things to note Once we receive your reservation we will send you a second Seaside Vacations lease via email. Please sign this in addition to the Airbnb lease and return within 24 hours to confirm your reservation. This email will provide instructions to add optional extras, such as travel interruption insurance, pet fee for pet-friendly homes, early check-in fee, late check-out fee, pool heat fee, wedding/event fee for applicable homes. Minimum Age to Rent: 25 Family Groups Only Personal email address and signed lease are required to confirm reservation. Reservations not confirmed within 48 hours will be considered guest cancellation and will be reported to Airbnb as such. This email will provide instructions to add optional extras, such as travel interruption insurance, pet fee for additional pets at pet-friendly homes*, early check-in fee*, late check-out fee*, pool heat fee*, for applicable homes. *Only applies to certain homes. Pet Friendly or No Pets is specified in the Things to Know section. Early check-in and late check-out are only applicable on homes with 5 bedrooms or less. Please inquire to see if the pool is able to be heated. *Please note: Pool open and close dates are approximate and are not guaranteed to open or close on the dates specified above. Heated service for private pools is only available on homes that offer pool heat as an amenity (inquire with us) and requires one week’s notice prior to your date of arrival. There is an additional fee to heat the pool. Cost varies according to pool size. Please reach out to us to find out the cost to heat a specific pool. Most pool heaters heat five to eight degrees above outside air temperatures. Outdoor community pools are generally open from Memorial Day to Labor Day, but the exact date for each community pool varies. Reach out to us for exact dates. The Outer Banks is a remote location with natural surroundings. Therefore, some pests, including Palmetto Bugs and midges, are common to the area and may be found inside homes.