121 Dolphin Lane, Sneads Ferry, NC 28460
$549,000
Property Type:
Residential
Bedrooms:
4
Baths:
3
Square Footage:
2,724
Lot Size (sq. ft.):
23,522
Status:
Active
Current Price:
$549,000
List Date:
2/16/2026
Last Modified:
3/02/2026
Description
The Ennett/Hill House (c. 1861), stands as a rare coastal colonial home where history, craftsmanship and modern functionality converge. Originally constructed in 1861 by Dr. George Nobel Ennett as a simple two-room doctor's office, the structure was expanded in 1868 into a two-story residence with a wood-peg system. In 1874, the property was purchased by Captain John William Hill, a Civil War blockade runner known for navigating the Southern coastline and his ship, the ''Seabird'' during turbulent times. In 2016 there were two 500 square foot additions. The one has a primary suite with a spa like ensuite, the other features a living room and dining room with red oak flooring, pine walls and Poplar ceiling. Step outside to enjoy a 16x16 foot screened in porch, fire pit and hot tub, all situated on a half-acre surrounded by lush landscaping and vegetation. The home now offers four bedrooms, three full baths and approximately 2,724 square feet of living space, thoughtfully updated to support modern living while honoring its origins. Original hardwood floors provide warmth and authenticity, while a welcoming front porch invites relaxed coastal afternoons. The updated kitchen features marble countertops, a farmhouse sink, and modern appliances that complement the historic framework. Today, the Ennett/Hill House remains a distinguished mixture of Greek Revival and Italiante design and stands as both a preserved architectural treasure and a livable private residence, offering a rare opportunity to own a meaningful piece of Sneads Ferry's heritage.
The owners have lived and raised their family in this home for the past 38 years! The meticulous care, thoughtful attention to detail in the additions and renovations and love of this home are abundantly clear from the moment you walk through the door.
Priced to sell and is listed $90K below appraisal.
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More Information MLS# 100554921
Building/Ext Features
ud_i_08: 6
Property Interior Info
ud_i_10: 2
Total SqFt - Heated (Primary + Separate): 2724
# Rooms: 9
# Baths - Full: 3
# Baths - Half: 0
# Baths - Total: 3
Master Bedroom Level: Primary Living Area
Fireplace Y/N: Yes
SqFt - Heated (Primary): 2724
# Bedrooms: 4
Contract Info
Delayed Marketing?: No
Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
Construction Type: Stick Built
List Price/SqFt: 201.54
Stipulation of Sale: Standard
Status: Active
Marketing Start Date: 2026-02-16
Listing Price: 549000
Current Price: $549,000
Location Information
City Limits: No
Marketing City: Sneads Ferry
Secondary Subdivision: N/A
Street #: 121
Street Name: Dolphin
Street Suffix: Lane
County: Onslow
State/Province: NC
Zip Code: 28460
Subdivision: Not In Subdivision
Geo Lat: 34.540861
Geo Lon: -77.37893
Remarks and Showing
Sign on Property: Yes
Directions to Property: From NC 172, turn right onto Sneads Ferry Rd. Turn right onto Hill Lane. Turn right onto Seabird Lane. Turn right onto Bent Tree Lane. Turn Left onto Dolphin Lane.
Property Exterior Info
New Construction: No
Lot Acres: 0.54
Lot Dimensions: 100x192x170x180
Lot SqFt: 23522
Waterfront: No
Location Type: Mainland
Legal & Taxes
Tax Assessed Value: 270704
Total City Real Estate Property Tax: 1773.11
Deed Book: 888
Deed Page: 872
Legal: OFF SR 1522 S/F
Broker Owner: No
PID: 428904811853
Tax Identifier: 428904811853
Plat Book: NO
Plat Page: SUBDIV
Special Assessments: None
Tax Year: 2025
Zoning: R-8M
HOA: No
Cobra Zone: No
School District: Onslow
Elementary School: Dixon
Middle School: Dixon
High School: Dixon
Garage & Parking
Attached Garage Spaces: 0
Detached Garage Spaces: 2
Total # Garage Spaces: 2
Total Carport Spaces: 0
Parking Features
Circular Driveway: 1
Off Street: 1
HOA and Neigh Amenities
Club Membership: None Selected
Frontage Type
See Remarks: 1
View Type
None: 1
Construction
Wood Frame: 1
Exterior Finish
Vinyl Siding: 1
Terms
Cash: 1
Conventional: 1
FHA: 1
USDA Loan: 1
VA Loan: 1
Fencing
Back Yard: 1
Foundation
Crawl Space: 1
Patio and Porch Features
Balcony: 1
Covered: 1
Deck: 1
Porch: 1
Screened: 1
Roof
Shingle: 1
Levels
Two: 1
Entry Level Information
Entry Level: 1
Road Type/Frontage
Unpaved: 1
Cooling
Central Air: 1
Heated SqFt
2600 - 2799: 1
Heating
Gas Pack: 1
Heat Pump: 1
Heating System Fuel Source
Electric: 1
Propane: 1
Utilities
Water Connected: 1
Sewer
Septic Tank: 1
Appliances/Equip
Gas Oven: 1
Fireplace Features
Free Standing: 1
Gas: 1
Gas Log: 1
Propane: 1
Wood Burning: 1
Wood Burning Stove: 1
Interior Features
Hot Tub: 1
Master Downstairs: 1
Dining Room Type
Formal: 1
Rooms
Bedroom 2: 1
Bedroom 3: 1
Bedroom 4: 1
Bonus Room: 1
Den: 1
Dining Room: 1
Great Room: 1
Kitchen: 1
Master Bedroom: 1
Legal Taxes
Year Built: 1861
Property Features
Frontage Type: See Remarks
View Type: None
Construction: Wood Frame
Exterior Finish: Vinyl Siding
Fencing: Back Yard
Foundation: Crawl Space
Parking Features: Circular Driveway; Off Street
Patio and Porch Features: Balcony; Covered; Deck; Porch; Screened
Roof: Shingle
Levels: Two
Cooling: Central Air
Heating: Gas Pack; Heat Pump
Heating System Fuel Source: Electric; Propane
Utilities: Water Connected
Sewer: Septic Tank
Fireplace Features: Free Standing; Gas; Gas Log; Propane; Wood Burning; Wood Burning Stove
Interior Features: Hot Tub; Master Downstairs
Heated SqFt: 2600 - 2799
Dining Room Type: Formal
Rooms: Bedroom 2; Bedroom 3; Bedroom 4; Bonus Room; Den; Dining Room; Great Room; Kitchen; Master Bedroom
Terms: Cash; Conventional; FHA; USDA Loan; VA Loan
Room Information
Master Bedroom
Bedroom 2
Bedroom 3
Bedroom 4
Kitchen
Great Room
Dining Room
Den
Bonus Room
Listing Office:
Intracoastal Realty Corp.
IDX
Last Updated: March - 02 - 2026
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