The Yak Shack: Carriage House in Historic District - 4 blocks from Riverwalk

Wilmington, North Carolina
$164 avg/night
Bed 1

Bed

Bath 1

Bath

Home Guest House

Property Type

Sleep 2

Max Sleeps

Overview:

Keep it simple at this peaceful and centrally-located carriage house in the heart of historic Wilmington. Recently constructed, clean and tastefully designed in a quiet area just 4 walkable blocks from the river and all that downtown has to offer. Nestled under a giant Live Oak, this cozy studio will make you feel like you're staying in a treehouse. Included is an efficiency kitchenette, full bath, high-speed WIFI, 60 flat screen TV w/ streaming, premium bedding and packed with other essentials.

Location:

The newly built guest house is in the Historic District of downtown Wilmington which allows you the modern conveniences inside while taking a stroll through the past outside. Set behind the main home on a street lined with Live Oaks, Palm Trees, Jasmine, Oleander and Azaleas, it includes a studio floorplan with a full bath and kitchenette. The property is within the Historic District boundaries, so guests immediately take a step back in time once outside with many of the local houses dating back to the early-mid 19th Century.

Access:

Full access to carriage house for duration of stay. Contact-free, keyless entry ensures you can come and go as you please with no need to worry about keys.

Local Attractions:

The property is 2 blocks from the Castle Street Arts District and 4 blocks from the famous Wilmington Riverwalk, restaurants and bars. 15 minute drive from Wrightsville Beach and 25 minute drive from Carolina Beach.

Wedding Venues:
- Station Number 2 – 5 min walk
- The Atrium – 10 min walk
- Bakery 105 – 10 min walk
- The Elia – 20 min walk
- Wrightsville Manor – 20 min drive

Entertainment:
- Downtown Wilmington Riverwalk, Restaurants and Bars – 10 min walk
- Castle Street Arts District – 5 min walk
- Soda Pop District – 15 min walk
- Cargo District – 5 min drive
- Wilson Center – 5 min drive
- Live Oak Bank Pavillion – 5 min drive
- Airlie Gardens – 15 min drive
- Wrightsville Beach – 15 min drive
- Carolina Beach – 25 min drive

Restaurants:
- Castle Street Kitchen – 5 min walk
- Jester's Cafe – 5 min walk
- Rx Chicken & Oysters – 5 min walk
- Olivero – 10 min walk
- Pilot House – 10 min walk
- Tarantelli's – 10 min walk
- Rooster & Crow – 10 min walk
- Front Street Brewery – 15 min walk
- Savorez – 15 min walk
- The Copper Penny – 20 min walk

Ice Cream:
- Wandering Cone – 15 min walk
- Kilwins Ice Cream, Chocolate & Fudge – 15 min walk
- Gelarto – 15 min walk
- Boombalatti's – 5 min drive

Coffee Shops:
- Luna Caffe Roasters – 5 min walk
- Maroon Monkey Coffee – 10 min walk
- Concorde Espresso Bar – 10 min walk
- Hidden Grounds – 10 min walk
- Ibis Coffee & Cocktails – 15 min walk

Bars & Breweries:
- Good Lie Mini-Golf and Bar – 5 min walk
- Bowstring Burgers & Brewyard – 15 min walk
- Rebellion – 15 min walk
- Ponysaurus Brewing Co. – 15 min walk
- Prost Biergarten – 15 min walk

Grocery Stores:
- Food Lion – 6 min drive
- Harris Teeter – 9 min drive
- Whole Foods – 9 min drive
- Trader Joe’s – 12 min drive

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  • Map Map
  • School District Availability
  • Review Review

Feature Features

  • MORE

    Games Smoke-free Property
  • OUTDOOR

    Outdoor Furniture
  • INTERNET

    Available In All Rooms: Free WiFi Available In Some Public Areas: Free WiFi In-room WiFi Speed: 100+ Mbps (good For 1–2 People Or Up To 6 Devices)
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • ACCESSIBILITY

    Area Rugs In Public Areas Handrails In Stairways Hardwood Flooring In Public Areas If You Have Requests For Specific Accessibility Needs, Please Contact The Property Using The Information On The Reservation Confirmation Received After Booking. This Property Does Not Have Elevators Upper Floors Accessible By Stairs Only Well-lit Path To Entrance
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Kitchenette Microwave Refrigerator
  • ACTIVITIES NEARBY

    Basketball Cycling Fishing Fitness Center Access Golfing Health/beauty Spa Kayaking Marina Motor Boating Mountain Biking Rafting Sailing Surfing/body Boarding Swimming Water Skiing Water Tubing
  • BEDROOM

    Air Conditioning Bed Sheets Heating Premium Bedding
  • BATHROOM

    Bathtub Or Shower Hair Dryer Shampoo Soap Toilet Paper Towels
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Cable/satellite Channels Flat-screen TV
  • OUTDOOR SPACE

    Deck Or Patio
  • FOOD AND DRINK

    Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Kitchenette Microwave Paper Towels Refrigerator Toaster

CheckIn Check-in : 03:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 2

Map Map

School District Availability

Review Review

  • Arthur

    Submitted Sep 29, 2025

    Stayed Sep 26, 2025

    So nice I went twice

  • Robert

    Submitted Apr 6, 2025

    Stayed Apr 4, 2025

    Brittany and Ryan were great. They have a really nice property and care about their guests. Communication was excellent and very prompt. Really loved our time there and enjoyed meeting them as well. My wife and I would definitely stay here again. Thanks Brittany and Ryan for letting us visit.

  • Rosmery

    Submitted Oct 21, 2024

    Stayed Oct 17, 2024

    The Yak Shack is a true gem! Britany and Ryan are fantastic hosts—warm, welcoming, and attentive. The carriage house is cozy, spotless, and perfectly located in the heart of the historic district. Highly recommend for a relaxing, unforgettable stay!

  • Jason

    Submitted Oct 14, 2024

    Stayed Oct 12, 2024

    Very clean, simple check in and out, everything we needed, very attractive property, close to downtown activities. Would definitely stay here again.

  • Alecia M.

    Submitted Apr 18, 2026

    Stayed Apr 15, 2026

    Beautiful area, parking on street near property, short walk to downtown. Space is beautifully maintained and great for 1-2 people. Highly recommend !

  • Submitted Apr 5, 2026

    Stayed Apr 3, 2026

    Excellent experience

  • Lorraine S.

    Submitted Apr 2, 2026

    Stayed Mar 30, 2026

    Our hosts were very welcoming and accommodating. We enjoyed the quiet neighborhood and the “the YakShack” was perfect for us! Very clean and comfortable! Just as noted, we could walk to the river, restaurants and shops, Thank you for a wonderful stay!

  • Tom P.

    Submitted Apr 2, 2026

    Stayed Mar 27, 2026

    Great communication. Responded quickly to our questions. Quiet location just a few blocks to the Riverwalk. Lots of nice touches in the space, especially if you forgot some essentials. Look forward to our next stay here when we are in Wilmington.

  • Laura B.

    Submitted Mar 15, 2026

    Stayed Mar 12, 2026

    What a cozy, quiet and clean spot! They thought of everything too! We could walk to the riverfront and amazing restaurants. It was also close to UNCW and the beach. Location was central to ALL of it.

  • Thaddeus B.

    Submitted Mar 2, 2026

    Stayed Feb 27, 2026

    Everything was wonderful. Great little place to stay in East walking distance to the historic district. Loved how well taken care of we were by the hosts.

  • Erica G.

    Submitted Nov 20, 2025

    Stayed Nov 8, 2025

    We only stayed one night but really enjoyed it here. The bed is very comfortable and the bathroom has lots of extra toiletries. Location is a short walk to the river front.

  • Martha H.

    Submitted Nov 6, 2025

    Stayed Oct 3, 2025

    The host was very welcoming and we had a great place to park. The place was clean, comfortable and well stocked with coffee and creamers. Host provided generous amount of towels which I appreciate. Quiet, safe and beautiful neighborhood.

  • Cyndi F.

    Submitted Oct 26, 2025

    Stayed Oct 24, 2025

    One of the nicest places we have stayed. Attention to detail to make sure you had all you would need. Clean, fresh and the most comfortable bed. The neighborhood was perfect for walking to the waterfront and all the great restaurants and cafes. This is a gem!

  • Janet M.

    Submitted Oct 24, 2025

    Stayed Oct 22, 2025

    The carriage house is beautifully furnished and decorated. It’s close to the riverfront in a quiet neighborhood. We enjoyed our stay.

  • Laurie H.

    Submitted Oct 21, 2025

    Stayed Oct 17, 2025

    Very clean and nicely decorated … nearby the river walk and convenient to all Wilmington has to offer!

  • Chuck & ....

    Submitted Sep 25, 2025

    Stayed Sep 22, 2025

    Very attractive and clean room. Super convenient for walking to the Wilmington river front. Nice neighborhood.

  • Allison H.

    Submitted Sep 22, 2025

    Stayed Sep 19, 2025

    Cute place and just the right size for myself and my husband. Loved being in walking distance to the riverfront so minimal driving while there. Would definitely stay again!

  • Stephanie S.

    Submitted Sep 19, 2025

    Stayed Sep 16, 2025

    Lovely, clean, quiet, conveniently located, comfortable, well appointed upsairs loft. Limited hot water for showering for some reason. Would recommend.

  • Chris K.

    Submitted Sep 14, 2025

    Stayed Sep 13, 2025

    This is one of our favorite places we have stayed in. We will definitely stay again in the future.

  • L W.

    Submitted Sep 13, 2025

    Stayed Sep 11, 2025

    We just completed our second visit to Ryan and Brittany's Yak Shack and could not be more pleased with our stay. The property is charming, comfortable, and immaculate. We highly recommend the Yak Shack for travelers visiting Wilmington and desiring lodging in/near the downtown historic section. We will be back!

  • Kinkaid N.

    Submitted Aug 23, 2025

    Stayed Aug 8, 2025

    Really cozy and close to everything

  • Terry F.

    Submitted Aug 17, 2025

    Stayed Aug 14, 2025

    Highly recommend! Great hosts and great area.

  • Brock M.

    Submitted Aug 3, 2025

    Stayed Aug 1, 2025

    The Yak Shack met all of our expectations for a weekend getaway. The location was great with convenient walking distance from downtown, clean, quiet, and cozy. Brittany and Ryan were quick to respond to any questions we had and were very accommodating. We will definitely recommend this place to others, and hope to stay again in the future.

  • Kristyn B.

    Submitted Jul 27, 2025

    Stayed Jul 25, 2025

    The apartment was very cute and conveniently located. The hosts even left us some beach chairs when we asked.

  • James W.

    Submitted Jul 25, 2025

    Stayed Jul 19, 2025

    The Yak Shack is a great spot for a couple looking for a clean, quiet and super convenient location in Wilmington. Walkable to downtown, easy street parking ande a cute, modern space to launch each day's adventure. Hosts Brittany and Ryan are very friendly and full of tips on the area's highlights and locals' favorites. Easy check-in and check-out instructions as well.

  • Wiley F.

    Submitted Jul 19, 2025

    Stayed Jul 17, 2025

    Fantastic place! Spotless, great location, loved the decor- can’t say enough about the Yak Shack! Will definitely be back!! Thank you for sharing your place- throughly enjoyed!

  • Tiffany P.

    Submitted Jul 6, 2025

    Stayed Jul 3, 2025

    My husband and I planned this trip to celebrate our 25th anniversary. The rental was absolutely beautiful and SO clean! The bed was very comfy! Location was perfect and within walking distance to Riverwalk. The hosts were very quick to respond to any messages. Highly recommend!

  • Wilbur W.

    Submitted Jun 30, 2025

    Stayed Jun 28, 2025

    My wife and I spent one evening at the Yak Shack this weekend and we could not be more pleased with our experience. The price was right, the location good, the check-in and check-out procedures seamless, and the property well appointed and immaculately clean. We were in town to visit a nearby church so the location was excellent; located within the Historic District and close to downtown. The property appears to be relatively new and evidences zero wear/tear. This is an ideal location for an individual or couple who want to experience the ambience of old Wilmington and be close to all the downtown area has to offer. We highly recommend Brittany and Ryan's Yak Shack and hope to return.

  • John M.

    Submitted Jun 23, 2025

    Stayed Jun 20, 2025

    The property was great and the host was very prompt with communication.

  • Sherry H.

    Submitted Jun 5, 2025

    Stayed May 21, 2025

    Was a great location. Walking distance to downtown, river, restaurants. Hosts were very accommodating to our needs. Will stay again!

  • Thomas H.

    Submitted May 18, 2025

    Stayed May 16, 2025

    The property was very clean and great size for my fiance and I. It is located in a great location, minutes from the Riverwalk. It also was a short drive to the 3 beaches in the area. Ryan and Brittany were great and easy to communicate with. We Loved it!!!!

  • Mike F.

    Submitted May 16, 2025

    Stayed May 14, 2025

    Great spot, convenient to most everything. Very clean and organized. Hosts seem to really care about the guest having everything they need. Will be back.

  • Derek B.

    Submitted May 12, 2025

    Stayed May 9, 2025

    The Yal Shak was the perfect accommodation for our trip. Ryan and Brittany were great hosts. Highly recommend.

  • tanner f.

    Submitted May 7, 2025

    Stayed Apr 14, 2025

    This was the perfect place for me and my friend to stay at for a quick 3 day stay! The place was so clean and a perfect location and it was a perfect stay, definitely will be staying here again!

  • Submitted May 1, 2025

    Stayed Apr 25, 2025

    Property was exactly as stated. Very cute, tucked back off the main road. Decor was so cute, cow theme, adorable! Clean, clean, clean, did I mention CLEAN! Parking too! Very quiet. The hosts provide a ton of extras, snacks, bottled water, tons of toiletries, games, streaming networks. Fully stocked kitchenette for anything you might need. Bed super comfy and linens were extra nice! Hosts are available for anything needed, but provide privacy if not needed. Great stay! Highly recommend this place and I’ll be back for future stays! Great little place with great hosts!

  • Jackie A.

    Submitted Apr 21, 2025

    Stayed Apr 18, 2025

    Our stay at Yak Shack was a pleasure! Such a beautiful property, located perfectly. The home was cozy, impeccably clean and stocked with everything you may need. We appreciated Brittany and Ryan in being prompt to communicate and ensuring we had a great stay. We look forward to staying here again!

  • Melissa K.

    Submitted Apr 13, 2025

    Stayed Apr 11, 2025

    Room was extremely clean. Quite neighborhood. Nice walk to riverfront. Great hosts! Highly recommend!! Will definitely stay again!!

  • S P.

    Submitted Apr 4, 2025

    Stayed Mar 31, 2025

    This studio was great for our stay. An easy walk to downtown restaurants and close to Wrightsville and Carolina beach. Would definitely rent it again.

  • Christian B.

    Submitted Jan 4, 2025

    Stayed Dec 29, 2024

    Everything was clean and comfortable. Perfect space for 2 people. Brittany and Ryan were very responsive and accommodating to our needs. Most comfortable bed we’ve ever stayed in!

  • Jonathan W.

    Submitted Nov 18, 2024

    Stayed Nov 14, 2024

    The yak shak was adorable! Me and my best friend were in town to explore and go see all things OTH. The shak was so clean and the bed was the most comfortable thing I’ve ever slept on in my life. We literally had to peel ourselves out every morning. The complimentary coffee mugs are too cute and a super sweet souvenir to remember the trip by. I also appreciated the ease of the check out process. The owners are super responsive too. I give it a 10!!

  • Michele B.

    Submitted Oct 13, 2024

    Stayed Oct 8, 2024

    The Yak Shack was a beautiful, clean, quaint and secluded get away nestled under an ancient oak within walking distance of historic downtown Wilmington. Brittany and Ryan were great hosts. Quick and easy check-in. We will definitely visit The Yak Shack in the future.

  • Deanna H.

    Submitted Oct 8, 2024

    Stayed Oct 4, 2024

    Brittany and Ryan were great communicators and have thought of EVERYTHING! The space is charming and the bed is so comfy! Walking distance to the Riverfront! We appreciated the personal note and all the extras! We will definitely be back!

  • Kathy T.

    Submitted Sep 23, 2024

    Stayed Sep 20, 2024

    First time staying at VRBO. Everything was just perfect. Room was so cute, very clean, unique, so quiet.

  • Nicole A.

    Submitted Sep 12, 2024

    Stayed Sep 8, 2024

    Loved the location - easy walking around! Lovely communication with hosts - very responsive! Appreciated fully stocked coffee bar and water in the fridge! We will be back for our next Wilmington trip!

  • Megan C.

    Submitted Sep 1, 2024

    Stayed Aug 30, 2024

    Went for a quick trip to getaway and sightsee a little. The room was super clean and had so many little added touches, to help make the stay super convenient. Great location we were minutes from everywhere we wanted to go and check out!

  • Delaura B.

    Submitted Aug 26, 2024

    Stayed Aug 23, 2024

    Perfect!

  • Sholes H.

    Submitted Aug 9, 2024

    Stayed Aug 5, 2024

    Amazing little place with great access to downtown and Wrightsville beach.

  • Amy d.

    Submitted Aug 4, 2024

    Stayed Aug 2, 2024

    The cleanliness and comfortability of the property were amazing, definitely going to stay here next time!

  • Jillian S.

    Submitted Aug 2, 2024

    Stayed Jul 26, 2024

    The Yak Shack was perfect! It was clean, charming, and had everything we needed. Brittany and Ryan were incredibly accommodating and wonderful hosts. The location is excellent, within walking distance to downtown. I highly recommend and will definitely be back.

  • Monica Y.

    Submitted Aug 1, 2024

    Stayed Jul 30, 2024

    Brittany & Ryan were great hosts. Within walking distance to the Riverwalk, great restaurants & shops. Very clean and neat, had everything you need. Definitely will be back!

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