The Close Enough Retreat: Your Peaceful Escape that is Closer Than You Think!

Wilmington, North Carolina
$232 avg/night Minimum Stay 3 Nights
Bed 3

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 9

Max Sleeps

Night 3 nights

Min Stay

Welcome to your next favorite coastal getaway— The Close Enough Retreat, a thoughtfully designed 3-bedroom, 2-bath home tucked away in a peaceful Wilmington neighborhood. Whether you're planning a beach vacation, weekend escape, or an extended stay, this home offers the perfect balance of comfort, convenience, and location.

The Close Enough Retreat has earned an outstanding reputation with a 4.9+ rating and Superhost status, thanks to our commitment to cleanliness, thoughtful details, and a consistently welcoming guest experience. This home is designed to help you relax the moment you walk in—combining cozy charm with modern touches that make every stay effortless.

The name “The Close Enough Retreat” says it all—you’re close to everything you want, while still enjoying a quiet space to unwind. Located just 3.6 miles from historic downtown Wilmington, you’ll have easy access to the Riverwalk, local shops, restaurants, and nightlife. When it’s time for the beach, Wrightsville Beach is only 8.2 miles away, and Carolina Beach is just 10 miles—giving you the best of both worlds.

Visiting the area for school or events The University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW) is just 6.4 miles away, making this an ideal stay for families, students, and traveling professionals alike.

Inside, the home features three comfortable bedrooms and two full bathrooms, making it perfect for families, couples, or small groups. Enjoy a fully equipped kitchen, comfortable living space, and thoughtfully designed interiors that make it easy to settle in and feel at home.

Step outside to your private backyard patio—one of the home’s standout features. Complete with a fire pit and grill, it’s the perfect place to unwind after a day at the beach, enjoy a meal outdoors, or relax under the stars in a quiet, fenced-in space.

Traveling with a larger group Look no further than the neighboring property, Portside Retreat, located right next door—perfect for booking both homes together while still enjoying your own private spaces.

Guests choose The Close Enough Retreat for its unbeatable combination of location,
comfort, and reliability. As Superhosts, we pride ourselves on clear communication, attention to detail, and creating a seamless experience from booking to checkout.

Book your stay at Close Enough Retreat and see why guests keep coming back—because you don’t have to go far to get away.

Nearby Highlights:

Downtown Wilmington – 3.6 miles (~8–10 min drive)
Wrightsville Beach – 8.2 miles (~15–20 min drive)
Carolina Beach – 10 miles (~20–25 min drive)
UNC Wilmington (UNCW) – 6.4 miles (~12–15 min drive)

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

Feature Features

  • PETS

    2 Total Pets Pet Friendly Welcoming Cats And Dogs Only
  • SAFETY

    Fire Extinguisher No Carbon Monoxide Detector (host Has Indicated There Is No Carbon Monoxide Detector Or Gas Appliances On The Property) Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    3 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Electric Kettle Microwave Oven Refrigerator Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking Wheelchair-accessible Parking Available
  • INTERNET

    WiFi Available
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Patio
  • BATHROOMS

    2 Bathrooms Bathtub Or Shower Hair Dryer Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Games Video Games Smart TV
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Games
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    1 On-site Accessible Parking Spaces If You Have Requests For Specific Accessibility Needs, Please Contact The Property Using The Information On The Reservation Confirmation Received After Booking. No Elevators Smoke-free Property Wheelchair-accessible Parking Wheelchair-accessible Path Of Travel

CheckIn Check-in : 03:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 11:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 9

Map Map

School District Rates & Availability

Review Review

  • Brandi s.

    Submitted Feb 8, 2026

    Stayed Feb 6, 2026

    Good location, had a few hiccups but owners were quick to respond Had a good stay!

  • Janina H.

    Submitted Jan 25, 2026

    Stayed Jan 23, 2026

    Amazing communication and beautiful place to stay !

  • Shannon H.

    Submitted Jan 3, 2026

    Stayed Dec 31, 2025

    The property was very clean, described exactly as listed, kitchen nicely updated, roomy, well decorated, in quiet area, and close to everything. The owners were fantastic! When I needed to adjust my date they helped accommodate me! When I checked in the battery to smoke detector was beeping and they had someone over within 20 minutes changing the batteries in the evening on New Year’s Eve. Jerome and Jess were wonderful hosts! I would recommend them and their property to everyone visiting Wilmington!

  • Heather G.

    Submitted Dec 12, 2025

    Stayed Dec 8, 2025

    It was very welcoming to our 2 dogs and family needs. Very clean and cute interior and great back area. The hosts were incredibly friendly and helpful with every part of our visit!

  • Jennifer J.

    Submitted Nov 23, 2025

    Stayed Nov 21, 2025

    Beautiful place!

  • George N.

    Submitted Nov 10, 2025

    Stayed Nov 6, 2025

    Jerome and Jess are great to work with my family had a great time!! Location great for restaurants and shopping. Close to all attractions. Clean and comfortable beds great back yard!!

  • Kyle F.

    Submitted Oct 24, 2025

    Stayed Oct 13, 2025

    This was perfect for our family of 4. We were able to extend our stay because our home renovations were taking longer. Everything was always easy. Communication was spot on. The whole place was comfortable, secluded, and exactly what we needed for everyone (toddler, infant, mom, dad, and dog). We will definitely recommend to family when they’re in town!!

  • Sarah G.

    Submitted Oct 1, 2025

    Stayed Sep 26, 2025

    This was the perfect house for me and my friends. It was the perfect size and super clean. I would stay here again

  • Paul T.

    Submitted Sep 20, 2025

    Stayed Sep 10, 2025

    All questions where answered in a timely manner. Hopefully we will get a chance to stay again

  • toni c.

    Submitted Aug 4, 2025

    Stayed Aug 1, 2025

    If i need anything they respond right away

  • Kevin B.

    Submitted Jul 7, 2025

    Stayed Jul 1, 2025

    Master bed medium comfort( the bunk mattresses very uncomfortable too then and frame less stable; upstairs' guest too firm. needed more a few more extra towels and blankets. Some complementary snacks, water and ice and firewood for fire pit would have been great. Flrs needed more thorough cleanliness. I loked being close too down town; but too far from Wrightsvjlle; tbou not extensively too far.

  • Barry S.

    Submitted Jun 24, 2025

    Stayed Jun 19, 2025

    Jerome and Jess were awesome from beginning to end. They were easy to get in touch with, and communicated well. Their place is in a nice quiet location. Place was clean and comfortable.

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