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Beautifully restored home in Wilmington Historic District with pool

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor pool
Exterior
TV, fireplace
Terrace/patio

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6119 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Wilmington, NC
  • Riverwalk
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Wilmington Convention Center
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Battleship North Carolina
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪8 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Beautifully restored home in Wilmington Historic District with pool

Enjoy the charm of this historic cottage home. Located among the many attractions of downtown and within an easy drive to the beaches, this historic yet modern home makes for the perfect spot to enjoy everything Wilmington has to offer. And if you just want to escape and relax, you have private access to the beautiful pool oasis right outside your back door. (The pool is not heated and generally too cold to be in from late September through mid-May, but the pool remains open and the pool area can be enjoyed year round.)

The historic but completely renovated home includes a comfortable living room, a dining room that seats eight, a well-equipped kitchen, and a large back deck. The two bedrooms each have their own en suite bathrooms with walk-in showers. Additional sleeping is available on the fold-out sofa in the living room. The front porch, deck, courtyard, and private pool areas offer great outdoor space for enjoying coffee in the morning and cocktails in the evening, as well as a great place to soak up the sun or lounge in the shade!

All of historic downtown Wilmington is an easy walk from the house. There is off-street parking for two vehicles. All linens and towels are provided, including pool and beach towels.

This home is not only in a prime location to enjoy Wilmington, but has everything you need to make for a relaxing getaway!

Because of the outdoor space, guests often want to invite others over to join them. Small gatherings are permitted, but we ask that you inform us first if anyone not staying at the house is coming over. The house is in a residential neighborhood and we ask that our guests be courteous of our neighbors. Therefore, we don’t allow groups of more than 12 and ask hosts to monitor noise levels, particularly after 9:00pm.

Please note that we are no longer able to accommodate pets in our home.

We live right next door to the property, so if you have any needs or questions while you are staying, we are very easy to reach.
Our customers tell us they can't get enough of the pool at this vacation home. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts. You'll find features like an outdoor pool and laundry facilities. Enjoy your stay with amenities like a private pool and a kitchen in the vacation home.
  • Air-conditioned home with private pool, kitchen, and washing machine
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Guests have great things to say about the helpful staff and the pool
  • Just a 2-minute drive from Riverwalk and 8 minutes from University of North Carolina at Wilmington
This vacation home offers its guests an outdoor pool, barbecue grills, and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property manager

Matthew TenHuisen

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2.5 private bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is permitted only in the outdoor spaces.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city centre

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1,278 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 12
Note from host: Small gatherings with prior approval are allowed.
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.
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Beautifully restored home in Wilmington Historic District with pool Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 204 out of 204 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 204 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 204 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 204 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 204 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

CHRISTOPHER F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful cottage

This is lovely property and well appointed. The kitchen is fully stocked with all manner of cooking implements. The house is perfectly decorated and very welcoming. Everything was very clean and also well organized. The pool and pool area are a nice oasis and for your iwn eclusive use. This is a great place to stay when visiting Wilmington and a perfect location to access restaurants and the historic downtown. This will become your favorite place to stay in Wilmington NC.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Return stay reminded us why we love this place!

Returning back to this beautifully restored home for another relaxing week in Wilmington. Stayed at the pool to relax, made the short trip to the riverfront for food, shopping and entertainment. The hosts go out of their way to ensure a great experience.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew H.

Liked: Cleanliness
House and pool area is incredibly beautiful. Hosts couldn’t be any nicer or more accommodating.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Renee L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect stay!

This house is beautifully appointed and totally comfortable and it is hard to leave when it is time! It has most anything that you would need on vacation and very clean. Fabulous kitchen when you want to eat in. Location is perfect, walking distance to downtown, lots of shopping and restaurants and bars. Having a washer and dryer is very convenient. The pool and back yard are outstanding, has a resort feel. The owners couldn’t be any nicer, and right next door if you need them. This is a beautiful historic home with all the comforts! You won’t be sorry if you stay here!!
Stayed 11 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect in every way

Chris and Matt were unbelievable hosts. This downtown oasis is designed to perfection and is full of character. The house and amenities were in great condition and remarkably clean, and it was located within walking distance to just about anything you need in downtown Wilmington. The communication and flexibility of the hosts was also unmatched. We will definitely be returning for a stay in the future — and would be permanent guests if we were able!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hillary W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Sweet Wilmington - we'll be back

We had a wonderful stay over April vacation; myself and my two boys. We're from New England and found the pool water very swimmable. We had great weather during our stay, which I am sure helped.The house itself was exactly what I had hoped for: clean, comfortable, and well equipped. The beds were very comfy, the kitchen had everything we needed, and everything was in great working order.Proximity to downtown Wilmington was nice as well—it was a very cute neighborhood with charming homes all around. I did not have the pleasure of meeting Chris but Matt was lovely to talk to, and very available for anything we needed.I highly recommend this house for your Wilmington stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hannah L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cutest cottage

We had a wonderful stay here and would definitely recommend to others traveling to Wilmington! Charming neighborhood and great hosts!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome Historic House and Location

This well-appointed house has it all! It is stocked with everything needed for your visit. From the cozy front porch with rocking chairs to the beautiful backyard with multiple seating areas, it really feels like your at home. The decor is lovely and the furniture is comfortable and practical. The house is in a quaint neighborhood and is very walkable to all the restaurants and bars. Our host made check-in and out a breeze. I’ve stayed in multiple VRBO properties and this was the best one yet!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

guy o.

Liked: Cleanliness

Review of Stay

Wonderful property. Decorated lovely and well kept. Host was welcoming. Would not hesitate to return
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Long Weekend

The house is beautiful. The pool and outdoor areas were so enjoyable. Comfortable beds, fully stocked kitchen, everything you would need is here. Perfect location within 15 minute walk to everything! Hosts were amazing. Would definitely stay here again! If you’re thinking about booking this place just do it, you won’t regret it.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jackie W.

Liked: Cleanliness

A wonderful find In the Wilmington historic district!

Matt and Chris provided a great stay for us in their lovely two bedroom Wilmington getaway. They were great hosts and provided everything we needed . The house is super comfy with all the necessities. Make sure you bring your swimsuit for the pool and tropical sitting area, outback!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

rick l.

Liked: Cleanliness

Where we always stay in Wilmington

We’ll be back soon!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Summer C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful stay

We really enjoyed our stay. The house was clean, well appointed,
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kirsten B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect in every way

We spent such a relaxing week in this lovely, comfortable home enjoying all the amenities and the very walkable location. Already planning a return visit!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Georgette P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Adorable bungalow

Our stay was wonderful. The house is well equipped with everything you may need. It’s very comfortable and quiet. Location is fantastic. Matt and Chris were great hosts.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janet A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Just Perfect

Our little family had a blast, Chris and Matt were amazing and very attentative. The location was perfect, lots to explore within a short distance. The house has plenty of room and very spacious. We all enjoyed the pool so much. We hope we can come back soon. Definitely recommend. 10/10
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Look No Further!

This place is amazing. Stunning. You can walk a few short blocks to downtown Wilmington and a short 20 minute drive to the beaches. The pool is spectacular --- the pictures do not do it justice. It's your own private resort pool and cabana! Our family had a blast swimming and relaxing there.The home is immaculate and decorated perfectly. Sometimes you book a vacation rental and you show up to be a bit disappointed ---- but with this rental you will show up and have your expectations surpassed. Matt and Chris were spectacular hosts. They were kind, helpful and fun to talk with. Seriously - stop searching and book this place.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristin M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Uniquely Perfect in Downtown Wilmington

Iif you are looking for a coastal vacation that is more than the beach, look no further than this charming house in downtown Wilmington. With an amazing private pool and perfectly appointed house, Matt and Chris have thought of everything you'll want during your vacation. They've taken care of the easily overlooked things - fluffy towels, a well appointed kitchen with all the gadgets, furniture that's actually comfortable, peaceful bedrooms, lots of outdoor spaces - that quickly made us feel like we were in our own home, not staying at someone else's rental. And the pool... pictures don't even do the backyard justice, and we found ourselves either in the pool or gathering around it at all hours of the day.. With it being a quick walk to downtown restaurants and sites, and only a 15 minute or so drive to the beach, this house was the perfect place for us to take in all Wilmington had to offer. We loved our time here, and can hardly imagine a more perfect place to vacation in Wilmington.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

rick l.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fabulous

Relaxing
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Gorgeous and felt like Home!!

My family and I had a great time long weekend at this home! It was beautifully decorated and had everything you needed. The pool area was private and so peaceful, so many seating options for sun and shade. The neighborhood is so adorable and walkable, many options for restaurants, shopping, coffee and ice cream are all in walking distance. The home owner was extremely accommodating and so friendly. I would definitely recommend and revisit!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Getaway

Wow, this property was amazing. Beautiful house that was very clean and close to the riverfront. We enjoyed the large pool and beautiful courtyard. Would definitely come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa S., Davidsonville, Maryland

Liked: Cleanliness

I want this home at my home

Matt and Chris’s cottage is beautiful and provided a perfect home away from home for me, my husband, college-age daughter during our short stay in Wilmington. We so appreciated being able to stay in a stunningly decorated, clean and conveniently located property that is dog-friendly and allowed us to entertain relatives who were staying in nearby Wrightsville Beach. (The property’s furnished swimming pool space is a luxurious bonus room.) I have land enough for a backyard bungalow where I live. If I ever create one, I’d model it after this historic, thoughtfully renovated home.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Historic charm with a garden oasis

Check-in was wonderful. We were given detailed instructions on how to operate the lock and were preemptively asked if we would like to check-in early-which we did. The home is exceptionally clean and well-appointed with everything we needed including abundant, fresh linen. The beds were comfortable and the kids didn’t complain about sleeping on the Pottery Barn sofa-bed. The pool area is even better than portrayed in the photos. The area is expansive with multiple areas to lounge, play, sunbathe or dine. The Hosts were very friendly, responsive, and gave us a great recommendation for outdoor dining at Indochine. This isn’t an investment property with absent owners. The hosts love their home and it shows. Parking: Pros: There is off-street parking available in the Historic District Concerns: The off-street parking area is very narrow. If you have a very large SUV (Navigator L, Suburban or similar) you will have to climb over the center console to exit the vehicle and branches will likely scrape the top of your vehicle. There is usually street parking available, but not always. We enjoyed our stay and would recommend you check it out if you are fortunate to find it available on your trip to Wilmington.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Historic Home

The house was a welcoming place to stay, very comfortable and the host thought of everything. Close to riverfront and local historic house museums. Short drive to Wrightsville beach and other area attractions. Perfect stay if you are looking for two primary bedrooms with private baths.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dave L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Can't wait to go back

When we arrived, Chris met us at the door. Shortly after we met Matt. I cannot say enough about these two guys. Outstanding personalities. They made us feel like we owned the cottage. We were right at home including the back oasis with the saltwater pool and the Lanai. Water was pretty chilly, but it did not stop me from getting in. I could write a short book on our 4 days stay but you just got to check it out for yourself. We also loved the fact it's in the Historic district and is a documented home. Nothing like a hotel, I'll never stay in another hotel again. Dave & Linda
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024