Charming Wilmington Cottage - Walk to Downtown!

Wilmington, North Carolina
$298 avg/night Minimum Stay 2 Nights
Bed 2

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

Home Cottage

Property Type

Sleep 5

Max Sleeps

Night 2 nights

Min Stay

Discover the charm of coastal living at this pet-friendly, 2-bedroom, 2-bath vacation rental in Wilmington, NC, perfect for small groups. Situated within walking distance of downtown, this quaint-yet-modern property boasts a cozy living area, a full kitchen, and plenty of options for at-home entertainment. After lounging at the beach or exploring nearby attractions, you can unwind by the gas fire pit on the covered porch, fire up the charcoal grill for dinner, and relax inside by the Smart TV.

-- THE PROPERTY --

Pet Friendly w/ Fee | Smart TVs | Gas Fire Pit | Fenced Yard

Bedroom 1: California King Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed, Lofted Twin Bed

OUTDOOR LIVING: Covered porch w/ lounge seating, patio, charcoal grill, kayak
INDOOR LIVING: Board games, books, dining table, breakfast bar, ceiling fans
KITCHEN: Stainless steel appliances, cooking basics, dishware/flatware, dishwasher, stove/oven, refrigerator, microwave, Keurig coffee maker, coffee grinder, blender, toaster, spices
GENERAL: Free WiFi, linens/towels, washer/dryer, complimentary toiletries, central A/C & heat, laundry detergent, iron/board, clothes hangers, hair dryer, trash bags/paper towels
FAQ: Pet fee (paid pre-trip, 2 pets max), 1 exterior security camera (facing out)
ACCESSIBILITY: Single-story cottage, stairs required to access
PARKING: Driveway (2 vehicles)

-- THE LOCATION --

HISTORIC DOWNTOWN WILMINGTON (~0.5 miles): Cape Fear Museum of History and Science, Bellamy Mansion Museum, Wilmington Railroad Museum, Historic Thalian Hall, Wilmington Riverwalk, The Children's Museum of Wilmington, Burgwin-Wright House and Gardens
ON THE COAST: Wrightsville Beach (9 miles), Johnnie Mercers Fishing Pier (10 miles), The Jetty at the South End (11 miles), Carolina Beach Boardwalk (16 miles), Freeman Park (17 miles), Fort Fisher State Historic Site (21 miles)
LOCAL ATTRACTIONS: Bottle Works ILM (0.3 miles), Battleship North Carolina (3 miles), University of North Carolina Wilmington (4 miles), Cameron Art Museum (5 miles), Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park (6 miles), Airlie Gardens (8 miles)
OUTDOORS: Dram Tree Park (1 mile), Greenfield Park (2 miles), Piney Ridge Nature Preserve (4 miles), Bluethenthal Wildflower Preserve (5 miles), Long Leaf Park (5 miles), Halyburton Park (6 miles), New Hanover County Arboretum (7 miles)
AIRPORT: Wilmington International Airport (7 miles)

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-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- Pet friendly w/ $75 fee (+ fees & taxes, 2 pets max)
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: This single-story cottage requires stairs to access
- NOTE: Your safety matters. The property features an exterior Ring doorbell security camera facing the front entrance. The camera is outward facing and does not look into interior spaces. The camera records video and sound when activated by motion

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  • Feature Features
  • Map Map
  • School District Rates & Availability
  • Review Review

Feature Features

  • PETS

    Pet Friendly
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    2 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 1200 Sq Ft (112 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Ice Maker Microwave Refrigerator Spices Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Internet Access
  • OUTDOORS

    Charcoal Grill Firepit Garden Patio
  • BATHROOMS

    2 Bathrooms Hair Dryer Towels Provided
  • WORKSPACES

    Desk
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English French German Spanish
  • THINGS TO DO

    Kayaking Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books Games TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 03:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 5

Map Map

School District Rates & Availability

Review Review

  • Craig L.

    Submitted Jan 1, 2026

    Stayed Dec 30, 2025

    House was super clean. Great bones with 12’ ceilings and nice kitchen and bathrooms. Easy walk to coffee and bars.

  • Catherine T.

    Submitted Nov 3, 2025

    Stayed Oct 30, 2025

    This is a fantastic VRBO! Great neighborhood, Good location, Excellent communication with our host, Wonderful amenities, Very clean. I called it return-ably perfect! Seriously, we were very comfortable here. We enjoyed the ability to walk to most of our destinations but enjoyed the home enough to choose to stay in at times. The kitchen had everything we needed for our meals. The space lent itself to having separate conversations or coming together to watch the World Series! Once you turned in at night and closed your door, it was extremely quiet. Great Place!

  • Daaron D.

    Submitted Oct 26, 2025

    Stayed Oct 24, 2025

    We loved this house and the location. The house was clean and had everything we needed. It was a modest walk or easy Uber ride to the downtown district. We would gladly stay here again next time we visit Wilmington.

  • Scott M.

    Submitted Oct 4, 2025

    Stayed Oct 1, 2025

    Great location, close to the River, Historic District & great local food joints. Loved the house it was clean, very welcoming and the kitchen had everything you could possibly want. Fenced yard was perfect for our do and we really enjoyed just walking through the neighborhood.

  • Joseph

    Submitted May 29, 2025

    Stayed May 16, 2025

    Everything was wonderful. The communication before, during and after was great. The home is better than we thought. Cozy, updated without losing the the home's character, quiet block and within close proximity to everything. Will definitely return. Thanks for a wonderful stay.

  • Kristina V.

    Submitted Apr 26, 2025

    Stayed Apr 13, 2025

    We had a relaxing stay at the home in Wilmington. The neighborhood was quiet overall. The river walk was within a 15 minute walk as described. There is a wonderful neighbor across the street who pointed out a good coffee and wine bar that was within walking distance or a 5 minute car ride. We loved our stay and we are considering going back at some point.

  • Briana F.

    Submitted Apr 11, 2025

    Stayed Mar 18, 2025

    This sweet house was perfect for our group of four. The beds were so comfortable and everything was clean and cozy. I'm already planning a return trip!

  • kerri e.

    Submitted Jan 4, 2025

    Stayed Dec 28, 2024

    My family took a trip to visit my brother and hisfamily in Wilmington. We decided to get a home and we were so happy we did! This home was so wonderful and was great for walking around downtown Wilmington. The home was beautiful and we spent so much time on the front porch! The neighbors were great too!! Will definitely stay here again. So charming!!

  • Devin

    Submitted Nov 22, 2024

    Stayed Nov 1, 2024

    The house is so charming! It has everything you can possibly need. Beds are so comfy and the linens provided were amazing. The porches are the perfect place to sit and relax. Neighbors were kind. 15 min walk downtown and close to everything. Would definitely go back!!

  • Jonathan

    Submitted Oct 28, 2024

    Stayed Oct 4, 2024

    Very cute house in a convenient location to the Historic District... we walked almost everywhere. Lovely neighborhood. Would definitely stay here again.

  • Kindelan H.

    Submitted Sep 10, 2024

    Stayed Sep 6, 2024

    Very cozy place, well set up, and a quick walk to downtown Wilmington.

  • Katelyn V.

    Submitted Sep 1, 2024

    Stayed Aug 30, 2024

    Place is advertised and super cute! Good location - walking distance to downtown

  • shelley i.

    Submitted Aug 26, 2024

    Stayed Aug 16, 2024

    We were only there for the weekend for a family thing, but enjoyed our stay. The cottage was an amazing renovation with very beautiful and unusual furnishings. Location was great for downtown. The neighborhood is a work in progress but has great potential. We would stay again.

  • Brooke H.

    Submitted Jul 30, 2024

    Stayed Jul 25, 2024

    Gorgeous house. Came equipped with everything we needed. Short drive to the Riverwalk and beach. Walkable to family friendly hangouts Hi-Wire brewery and Burgers and Brews, both with live music and many games suitable for kids. Coffee shop and ice cream shop. Beds were extremely comfortable and bathrooms impressive. Amazing front porch. Neighborhood was a bit iffy at night, got woken up to gun shots on our last night which was a bit concerning but still felt safe inside. Not sure we would stay again because of this but the house is really hard to beat. .

  • Dawn F.

    Submitted Jun 29, 2024

    Stayed Jun 25, 2024

    My friend and I stayed at this home for a few day getaway and this house was perfect. It was roomy and comfortable. The outdoor patio was a nice place to relax. Location was on a quiet street and approximately a 6 block walk to restaurants and breweries.

  • Hayes J.

    Submitted May 27, 2024

    Stayed May 24, 2024

    Loved this home - artsy cottage, lovely neighbors, great front porch! Walk to historical homes, near to Front street. We did a fishing charter & it was just a short drive to Carolina Beach. Great location!

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Total

Includes taxes and fees
$298+
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