$2,500,000
Emerald Isle, NC 28594
MLS# 100597763
4 beds | 6 baths | 3651 sqft
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Property Description
Welcome to Once Upon a Time - Your Ultimate Beach Retreat with Private Pool and Direct Beach Access Nestled in the highly desirable Dolphin Ridge community, Once Upon a Time offers breathtaking ocean views, ample living space, and easy beach access, making it the perfect destination for families looking for the ultimate coastal escape. The second floor offers an expansive, open-concept living area where you can unwind and enjoy the panoramic ocean views through large windows. The fully equipped kitchen features updated appliances and sleek granite countertops, perfect for preparing meals. The adjoining dining area and cozy living room are ideal for gatherings or quiet evenings. On the third floor, the oceanfront primary suites provide the ultimate in comfort and privacy. Each suite is furnished with a luxurious King-sized bed, a private bathroom, and its own private balcony--ideal for watching the waves and enjoying the salty breeze. A recreation room can be found on the ground level with some extra flex space.
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Contract Info
Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
Construction Type: Stick Built
Status: Active
Delayed Marketing?: No
Marketing Start Date: 2026-08-20
Listing Price: 2500000
Current Price: $2,500,000
List Price/SqFt: 684.74
Stipulation of Sale: Standard
Location Information
Street #: 9711
Street Name: Dolphin Ridge
Street Suffix: Road
County: Carteret
State/Province: NC
Zip Code: 28594
City Limits: Yes
Marketing City: Emerald Isle
Subdivision: Dolphin Ridge
Secondary Subdivision: N/A
Geo Lat: 34.651759
Geo Lon: -77.071977
Remarks and Showing
Directions to Property: Coast Guard Rd to Dolphin Ridge neighborhood. Turn left into Dolphin Ridge Road.
Sign on Property: Yes
Property Exterior Info
New Construction: No
Property Attached YN: No
Accessory Dwelling Unit YN: No
Lot Acres: 0.42
Lot SqFt: 18513
Lot Dimensions: 75x156x73x156
Deed Restrictions: Yes
Waterfront: Yes
Waterview: Yes
Horses Y/N: No
Location Type: Island
Property Interior Info
SqFt - Heated (Primary): 3651
Total SqFt - Heated (Primary + Separate): 3651
# Rooms: 8
# Baths - Full: 6
# Baths - Total: 6
# Bedrooms: 4
Master Bedroom Level: Primary Living Area
Stories Total: 3
Fireplace Y/N: Yes
Legal Taxes
Year Built: 1999
Entry Level Information
Entry Level: 1
HOA
Association Fee 1/Year: 780
Association Name: Dolphin Ridge & Royal Oaks POA
Association Phone: 2523546333
Rooms
Bedroom 1 Level: Second
Bedroom 2 Level: Second
Dining Room Level: Second
Family Room Level: First
Kitchen Level: Second
Living Room Level: Second
Master Bedroom Level: Third
Other Level: Third
Rental Information
Lease Term: Weekly
Property Features
Showing Instructions: Gate/Access Code
Frontage Type: Oceanfront
Handicap Accessible: Elevator; Grip-Accessible Features
View Type: Ocean
Attic: Access Only
Basement: None
Construction: Wood Frame
Unit Type: 3 Bedroom
Exterior Features: Outdoor Shower
Exterior Finish: Fiber Cement
Fencing: Vinyl
Foundation: Pilings; Slab
Green Bldg Certify: None
Parking Features: Additional Parking; Attached; Concrete; Garage Faces Front; Off Street; Paved
Patio and Porch Features: Balcony; Deck
Pool Features: In Ground
Roof: Architectural Shingle
Levels: 3 Story or More
Trash Collection: City Pick-UP
Lot Features: Dunes
Lot Water Features: Deeded Water Access
Cooling: Central Air; Heat Pump; Zoned
Heating: Fireplace Insert; Heat Pump; Zoned
Heating System Fuel Source: Electric
Water Heater: Electric
Utilities: Underground Utilities; Water Connected
Sewer: Septic Permit On File; Septic Tank
Water Source: Municipal Water
Fireplace Features: Great Room; Kitchen; Recreation Room
Flooring: Carpet; LVT/LVP; Tile
Furnished: Furnished
Interior Features: Blinds/Shades; Ceiling Fan(s); Elevator; Furnished
Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
Heated SqFt: 3500 - 3999
Dining Room Type: Combination
HOA and Neigh Amenities: Beach Access; Maint - Comm Areas; Maint - Roads; Management
Rooms: Bedroom 1; Bedroom 2; Dining Room; Family Room; Kitchen; Living Room; Master Bedroom; Other
Terms: Cash; Conventional
Room Information
| Room Name | Level | Remarks |
| Master Bedroom | Third | |
| Bedroom 1 | Second | Private bathroom |
| Bedroom 2 | Second | |
| Other | Third | |
| Living Room | Second | |
| Dining Room | Second | |
| Family Room | First | |
| Kitchen | Second |
Listing Office: Spinnaker's Reach
Last Updated: August - 23 - 2026
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