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.
For sale
$2,775,000
9711 Dolphin Ridge Road, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
3beds
3,651sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1999
0.44 Acres Lot
$2,558,300 Zestimate®
$760/sqft
$65/mo HOA
What's special
- 48 days
- on Zillow |
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: July 25, 2025 at 08:43am
Listed by:
Judith Jarvis O'Neill 252-354-5555,
Spinnaker's Reach
Source: Hive MLS,MLS#: 100517235

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 6
- Full bathrooms: 6
Heating
- Heat Pump, Fireplace Insert, Electric, Zoned
Cooling
- Central Air, Zoned
Appliances
- Included: Washer, Self Cleaning Oven, Refrigerator, Dryer, Dishwasher
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Elevator
- Flooring: Luxury Vinyl, Carpet, Tile
- Basement: None
- Furnished: Yes
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,651
- Total interior livable area: 3,651 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Additional Parking, Concrete, Off Street, Paved
- Has attached garage: Yes
Features
- Levels: Three Or More
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Outdoor Shower
- Pool features: In Ground
- Fencing: Vinyl
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Ocean
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Ocean
- Waterfront features: Deeded Water Access, Ocean Front
- Frontage type: Oceanfront
Lot
- Size: 0.44 Acres
- Dimensions: 75 x 156 x 73 x 156
- Features: Dunes
Details
- Parcel number: 537316936894000
- Zoning: residential
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Fiber Cement, Wood Frame
- Foundation: Other, Slab
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1999
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Permit On File, Septic Tank
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Underground Utilities, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Dolphin Ridge
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Beach Access, Maint - Comm Areas, Maint - Roads, Management
- HOA fee: $780 annually
- HOA name: Dolphin Ridge & Royal Oaks POA
Location
- Region: Emerald Isle
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $760/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $2,129,000
- Annual tax amount: $7,065
- Date on market: 7/3/2025
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Lease term: Weekly
- Road surface type: Paved
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