Wake up to the sound of waves at Dolphin Run, where your private balcony overlooks the ocean. Enjoy a refreshing swim in the indoor pool or stay active at the gym, then unwind with games in our game room.
Reviews
8.28.2 out of 10
Very good
Entire condo
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6950 sq ft
Popular amenities
Ocean view
Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Dolphin Run Condo, 2 Bedroom 2 bath, Oceanfront, Dolphin Watch from balcony
An indoor pool, a fitness centre and laundry facilities are available at this smoke-free condo building. The condo has 2 bedrooms and offers free WiFi and a DVD player. Guests can enjoy a private pool, and other amenities include a kitchen with a fridge and an oven.
Air-conditioned accommodation at this condo offers private pools and DVD players. Rooms open to balconies. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include baths or showers and hairdryers.
This Virginia Beach condo provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and an iron/ironing board.
Recreational amenities at the condo include an indoor pool and a fitness centre.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
Property amenities
Beach
On the beach
Beach loungers
Pool/Spa
Communal pool
Heated pool
Indoor pool
Private pool
Internet
Available in the condo: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Car recommended
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Entertainment
DVD player
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Outdoor furniture
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Lift
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Phone
Location highlights
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near an outlet shopping centre
Near the marina
Near the ocean
On the waterfront
Things to do
Gym
Heated pool
Basketball nearby
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Motor boating nearby
Parasailing nearby
Sailing nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Theme park nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Deadbolt lock
General
Unit size: 950 square feet
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You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
We should mention
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Located in Northeast Virginia Beach, a neighbourhood in Virginia Beach, this condo is near theme parks and on the beach. Veterans United Home Loans Amphitheater at Virginia Beach and 5th Street Beach Stage are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include JT's Grommet Island Park and Atlantic Fun Park. Nightmare Mansion and Pirates Paradise Mini Golf are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and horse riding. Visit our Virginia Beach travel guide
Does Dolphin Run Condo, 2 Bedroom 2 bath, Oceanfront, Dolphin Watch from balcony have a pool?
Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.
Is Dolphin Run Condo, 2 Bedroom 2 bath, Oceanfront, Dolphin Watch from balcony pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Dolphin Run Condo, 2 Bedroom 2 bath, Oceanfront, Dolphin Watch from balcony?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Dolphin Run Condo, 2 Bedroom 2 bath, Oceanfront, Dolphin Watch from balcony?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Dolphin Run Condo, 2 Bedroom 2 bath, Oceanfront, Dolphin Watch from balcony?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Dolphin Run Condo, 2 Bedroom 2 bath, Oceanfront, Dolphin Watch from balcony located?
Nestled on the beach, this Northeast Virginia Beach condo building is just steps away from Resort Beach and Virginia Beach Boardwalk. Sandbridge Beach is 1.9 mi (3.1 km) away. Virginia Beach Station is 25 minutes by foot.
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Dolphin Run Condo, 2 Bedroom 2 bath, Oceanfront, Dolphin Watch from balcony Reviews
Reviews
Very good
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
This is the second year in a row that we have stayed here in this condo. You can't beat the location and view! It has four queen beds so there is plenty of room if you have a larger family :)
Irene N.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023
Verified
8/10 Good
Hailey G.
22 Nov 2023
Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy
A great deal for a young couple:)
We loved our time in this suite. :) Loved the location/condo staff. We arrived outside of normal hours and the staff at the front desk was unprepared (previous staff did not inform upcoming staff of our pending arrival), but security was super helpful and the guard was very kind. He let us into our room after confirming with the host we were supposed to be there. The suite could have used a good deep cleaning/there were a couple bugs we killed during our stay that you may want to follow up about. Overall, we felt like for the price we paid it was a great deal! We originally were going to have a third adult come with us 7 stay for the rescheduled Morgan Wallen concert, and this space would have been WAY MORE than spacious enough for us all. 10/10 loved the balcony and direct beach access <3
Hailey G.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified
6/10 Okay
marina p.
12 Sept 2023
Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Old and dirty
We had a great time, good location, nice staff at bldg.,owner quick to respond, shower pressure amazing!
That said, I have to mention a few things. The dated decor I saw in pics so that was expected, but the date of the carpets is just gross. Did not want to walk on in bare feet.
Also the place was very dirty. Bathrooms and bedrooms ok, but kitchen sticky with food still in burners on stove. Placemats all had food stuck on them. Dust everywhere. And no basic necessities to get you started. No toilet paper in master bath, no dish soap or paper towels etc. I purchased these items and left some to get the next people started.
Lastly, a HUGE cockroach apperared one night while playing games with our friends. Owner said this problem and the cleanliness issues were taken care of prior to our stay but, as the owner of a cleaning service, it left ALOT to be desired!
marina p.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
Verified
6/10 Okay
Patrick M.
31 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location
Disliked: Check-in, listing accuracy
Be careful.
The property’s location is excellent. The communication with the owner was excellent. However; the owner chose not to work with the Dolphin Condos. Something about fees. Therefore, we had to negotiate with Dolphin workers who were complaining about helping us. There’s no laundry in the condo; there’s a coin operated one on the floor. That was misleading in the advertisement. The place hasn’t been updated since the 1980’s. The dishwasher did not work, and then we had some random stranger in the condo for 3 hours trying to replace it on Tuesday. It didn’t work unless you shoved it under the counter with your hip. After having That done other random stranger come in to check it, it didn’t get run until Friday. The screen door was broken. There was no “welcome” package. The card keys were not programmed so we could get in. Come on. Either VRBO needs to work with condo realtors or not.
The check in process was efficient. Parking was a challenge for my F-150. It was too tall to make it to second level in garage, so I parked in general lot and had to hope a spot was available each time i returned. Other than that our stay was very pleasant.
This condo was comfortable for a babymoon. Clean and adequately appointed. It is however dated and the building is showing its age. But still a good beach front location with great beach views.
Do not pay attention to any of the check in instructions you get through vrbo - none of it was right. When you arrive at the property, go to the front desk and check in and use their instructions for parking and they'll give you keys.
If you stay at this property in the next year: there are already enough coffee filters :)
Beth M.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2020
Verified
4/10 Poor
al p.
8 Jul 2019
Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Listing accuracy
dated
dirty,old,..had many issues with our stay..owner did not compensate for our losses .talked to building management was told they were having many issues with her rental and how dated the condo was..will not rent again..
al p.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019
Verified
4/10 Poor
scott m.
18 Jun 2023
Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Bring cleaning supplies & roach spray
Although this unit was a bit cheaper than others, the lower price is not worth the agrivation of what you're up against in this unit.
I can tolerate a dated condo as long as it is cleaned & maintained. The unit was neither. Carperts were not vacuumed, and our cleaning cloths were black after wiping down the tile floors. Chairs had tears in them. Ceiling fan in bathroom was hanging, which mtc came to fix. Its like the unit wasnt touched prior to our arrival. Crumbs even left on slip cover in one bed and a dress was left undef the bed from a previous occupant.
The worst overall, however, was the constant battle of killing roaches. We used up an extra large can of household Raid ant/roach killer. We zip locked bagged any food items left out, as they crawled out from crevices, in cabinets, dishwasher, under toaster/coffe maker and routinely on the floors in kitchen & living rm. Family was scuzzed out. My daughter did not know it, but her boyfriend & family would be secretly staying in another unit and he would be proposing to her on the beach. To find another place would have been difficult, costly and disruptive to detailed plans. We had to stick it out, but did not want mtc to spray industrial pesticides while occupying the unit.
Location is ideal and certainly the other unit our friends were in was much better because it is properly cared for.
This unit should not be allowed to rent out until it is professionally treated for roach infestation. It tainted our time for sure.
scott m.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Verified
4/10 Poor
Éric M.
19 Aug 2023
Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Dolphin Run
Il s'agit d'un deuxième séjour au Dolphin Run, la première expérience, nous avons réservé directement par l'administration de l'immeuble et l'unité loué directement par l'administration du Dolphin Run était impeccable de propriété avec un service de nettoyage par l'immeuble. Nous avons réservé au même endroit mais en utilisant VRBO.com car il ne restait plus d'unité disponible à louer directement par l'administration du Dolphin Run. À ma grande surprise, je m'attendais avec un utilisateur de VRBO.com, un minimum de propreté, et c'était tout le contraire. Je peux comprendre que le propriétaire n'est pas intéressé à payer pour un entretien professionnel de nettoyage avant l'arrivée d'un client...mais malheureusement pour lui, en affaire, il doit répondre aux attentes des clients à la hauteur du prix à payer pour une réservation de son unité. Il n'est pas normal qu'un client doit passer quelques heures de son temps pour nettoyer en profondeur l'unité qu'il a lui-même loué pour ses vacances. Ok pour l'obligation d'apporter ses propres draps. Je les apportes de toutes façon peu importe l'endroit que je loue pour les vacances, par contre, un de mes enfants après la deuxième nuit se retrouve avec des démangeaisons sur l'abdomen causés par des punaises et des grains de café se retrouve un peu partout dans les gardes-robes..le propriétaire est possiblement au courant de cette fameuse recette de grand-mère pour éloigner les insectes indésirables. Dommage. Je ne reviendrai plus.
Éric M.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Robin B.
16 Sept 2022
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Needs a good cleaning
We visited our son who is in the Navy so the location was perfect. Great views and easy access to the beach. The set up of the condo is perfect. We realized the week before we flew out that we had to provide our own linens and towels, so that added a stress to our trip. The whole condo needs a good cleaning. All the glass was really dirty. The building security was wonderful. Thank you for the stay.
After reading some of the reviews we were a little worried about the rental. Although it could use a little updating. The issues I seen were minor. The location was just what we like close to attractions but far enough out of the crazy stuff. Had an issue at check in but was handled very well by the staff of the Dolfin run . I also called the owner and she was very helpful and concerned . I feel it was a nice place at an affordable price.
Beautiful place, just too crowded with furniture and glass tops were intimidating. The closets were too packed that didn’t leave room to store our luggage. Overall we did enjoyed our stay and had a wonderful view of the ocean and watching the sun rise.
Pala S.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021
Verified
4/10 Poor
Robert H.
29 Aug 2021
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
The great thing about the stay is that it was directly on the beach. The condo was very clean.
Furniture was ripped, comforters were stained and soiled. Some of the lamps were inoperable. Legs on dining chairs were loose and wobbly.
Robert H.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021
Verified
6/10 Okay
cher F.
13 Aug 2021
Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Great location, but condo dirty and dated
After hours of driving, our family just wanted to settle into a clean condo, unpack, and relax. The front desk was friendly and helpful as we entered the building, although we were turned off as soon as we entered the dated condo. The floor was clearly dirty- hair and grime on the floor. It smelled like someone opened up a can of ass in the place. We were not happy campers! We immediately whipped out the Lysol we thankfully brought and began to clean all the surfaces, knobs, handles, remotes, switches, and bathrooms. To be fair, it was "picked up"- beds were made, but things seemed sticky. The kitchen cabinets are very grimey- and in this day and era of covid, we did expect MUCH BETTER cleanliness!
We spent our first hour there cleaning and disinfecting. When we were done it was late and we wanted to relax and watch a bit of TV, and 2 of the 3 TVs did not work- ugh... this took a couple days to remedy- my husband noticed 2 HDMI cables were missing from the 2 tvs not working. One was fixed after the maintenance gave us one HDMI cable that my husband installed, and then COX came in to fix the last tv a couple days later.
After everything was fixed, cleaned and put together, we enjoyed ourselves. The kitchen was well equipped, the balcony was nice, but VERY narrow and small, and the elevators were quick. Most importantly the beach was really nice!
cher F.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021
Verified
4/10 Poor
Julie D.
1 Aug 2021
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Significant cleanliness issues
Disappointing experience. Bathrooms were filthy especially floor. Hair tufts in corners of bathroom. Glass tables had fingerprints and kitchen cabinets had food stains. Decor very outdated and run down. Balcony is very narrow in width. Parking spot was in corner and hard to maneuver into. Linen situation very limiting.
Everything went smoothly. Condo was so close to the beach! Loved sitting on the balcony hearing the sound of the waves,
Paul C.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified
6/10 Okay
Jen H.
29 Jun 2021
Liked: Communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Just Okay
First off, when I booked this listing there was NO MENTION of the fact that they didn't provide linens and towels. I even double checked the listing and the email confirmation I received a day before we left. So our first trip was to Walmart to spend extra money on sheets and towels. I contacted the owner about it who basically argued with me that it was listed on the listing. looks like they finally updated the listing to provide that info. Guess that's good for everyone else, wasn't for us!
Second: The confirmation email I received from VRBO had the wrong parking # and door combo. Only found that out when we found the referenced parking number didn't exist and called the owner. The Dolphin Run staff was very nice and helpful as they could be through this rocky start. The condo is VERY outdated, which we expected, so that wasn't a surprise. Pictures listed on VRBO really need to be updated. Location is great! Dolphin Run itself was nice. We ended up having a good time. But I don't think I'd stay in this unit again.
Well-stocked and well-situated with great views of the ocean. The balcony was smaller than expected and the parking garage had disturbingly low ceilings but the unit itself was comfortable and private. It would be great if there were access from the building directly onto the boardwalk instead of having to walk around the building but the inconvenience was fairly minor. Great access to the shuttle. Highly recommend getting a three-day unlimited pass for easy access all up and down the beach.
The kitchen had everything we could have wanted but there was almost no space to store food and it was too small for more than one person at a time. Expect to eat out a lot. Fortunately there are a ton of great restaurants to choose from!
It was pleasure to be able to finally take my vacation, the place was wonderful, our condo had everything we needed. The weather was great and even though it was off season there was plenty to do.