Small private water front community on a tidal creek.

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Exceptional

3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8195.1 sq m

Popular amenities

Hot tub

Parking available

Pet-friendly

Washer

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Explore the area

Wilmington, NC

Cameron Art Museum

8 min drive

Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park

9 min drive

University of North Carolina at Wilmington

10 min drive

Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)

23 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Master bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Full bath

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower

Master bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Powder room

Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen

Dining

Living area

Exterior

About this property

Fully remodeled home in 2018 with large screened porch which includes a wood burning fireplace. Modern open floor plan with vaulted ceilings and comfy newer furniture. Kayak and paddle board to the intracoastal waterway from the backyard. Home has been completely renovated inside and out within the past four years. Has multiple outside entertaining / relaxation areas on the deck, screened porch and large custom gazebo overlooking the tidal creek. The large open family room is perfect for relaxation and the gas fireplace chases away those chills on cool evenings. Property is centrally located in Wilmington; 8 miles from Wrightsville Beach, 9 miles from Carolina Beach, and 8 miles to historic downtown Wilmington.

Property manager

Jeff

Languages

English, Spanish

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Amenities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

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Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Quiet community

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)

Owner approval and additional security deposit

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Note from host: Quiet community

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Wilmington

Located in Wilmington, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Shoppers can check out Mayfaire Town Center, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Wrightsville Beach and Carolina Beach. Carolina Beach Boardwalk and Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Wilmington, NC

What's nearby

Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park - 9 min drive
University of North Carolina at Wilmington - 10 min drive
Riverwalk - 15 min drive
Mayfaire Town Center - 16 min drive
Wrightsville Beach - 19 min drive

Getting around

Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

‪Chick-fil-A - ‬8 min drive
‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
‪Session Beer Market - ‬6 min drive
‪Cookout - ‬8 min drive
‪Buffalo Wild Wings - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Small private water front community on a tidal creek. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Small private water front community on a tidal creek.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Small private water front community on a tidal creek.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Small private water front community on a tidal creek. located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 6 miles (10 km) of Halyburton Park, Long Leaf Park and Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park. Screen Gems Studios and Cameron Art Museum are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Daryl B.

3 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

As Advertised

Was not disappointed. Every aspect of property was as advertised. Very comfortable environment with no negative surprises. Hope to return in the future.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela S.

29 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful home!

The house was beautiful and very comfortable! Everything was very clean which is the most important thing to me when staying at a rental home. The location was basically central to everything, about 20 min to the beaches and everything else such as grocery stores, restaurants etc were very easy to get to. We did a lot of sightseeing, finding all the spots we wanted to see where some of our favorite TV shows and movies were filmed. The owner Jeff was very helpful in guiding us with recommendations for dining, etc and very prompt in answering questions and super nice. We had a wonderful time in Wilmington and would 100% stay at this home again if we are ever in the area in the future! If you’re thinking of renting a home in Wilmington this is a great choice. Thanks Jeff for sharing your beautiful home with us!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chad W.

26 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gorgeous Place

This place had everything we needed, you can tell the hosts go out of their way to ensure all the little details are taken care of. Loved the outdoor spaces!

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ronda H.

18 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family trip

We came to North Carolina to see friends. This property was just amazing. It was in a great location. We went to a few restaurants near by and they were within walking distance. People around us were friendly and it was just a nice vacation spot. The weather did not turn out so good but we felt very safe where we were. Very easy to communicate questions to the owners. Would definitely recommend if you are in Wilmington!

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Abby S.

3 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely housr

Very clean

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gabrielle H.

31 July 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Glad to be back

This was our second year visiting and it was even better than the first! Clean, spacious, and well-equipped for heading out to the beach or staying in and cooking together. We had everything we possibly needed and it really felt like true, recharge-your-batteries vacation. This house is the perfect place to simply unwind or launch an outdoor adventure: we went kayaking nearby with a local outfitter and it was so easy to pop over to the creek and meet up. When we walked our dog we could hear ospreys calling overhead, and the Spanish moss in the trees was stunning. Friendly neighbors stopped to chat and introduced themselves and we love that welcoming atmosphere. With luck, we’ll be back again!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim R.

24 July 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

5 star experience

This house was immaculate and had everything you might need for a stay. All questions were answered in a timely, friendly manner. I would definitely recommend staying here if youre in the Wilmington area!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony C.

20 July 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic House in Great Location!

This was probably the best house that I have ever rented. Not only is the house beautiful, spotless, and well stock, but the location to all the beaches in North Carolina was perfect. There are restaurants and bars that you can walk to and everything else is a short drive. The neighborhood is safe and the neighbors are super friendly. The home is dog-friendly and there was plenty of yard for them to roam. I cannot say enough about the rental inside and outside. They provided bikes, beach towels, and beach chairs. This is an house for all seasons with outdoor furniture, grill, and fire pits. We would love to come back in the early Spring or Fall. Also, the owners Jeff and Ellen were super to deal with. They greeted us with fresh coffee and bottled water in the refrigerator. Thank you!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin V.

15 July 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Exceptional cleanliness great surroundings

The home was lovely and exceptionally clean. The home is set up and landscaped with lovely well maintained trees and plants. The home has a nice screened in 4 season room attached as well. Very nice and affordable home to rent.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Shae Y.

6 July 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Quiet Neighborhood

The property was clean and looked like pictures. Based on book/instructions from host though, we were afraid to touch anything or use the restroom without getting an extra charge. The fans and light switches were difficult to figure out, but they were all nice. The beds were okay, and the bathrooms were good. The cleanliness was great, which honestly to me is the most important. But, this place was the most expensive VRBO/Air B&B I have stayed in and it was not the nicest one. Some of the extras were misleading, such as beach toys and kayaking. We had booked this place due to its proximity and ability to go to Masonboro Island to see sea turtles and dolphins. The kayaks were extremely difficult to use from dock and paddles were very short. Our family was unable to go to Masonboro. We went to a beach every day. The owner had chairs, beach towels, and an umbrella, but the boogie board was broken and there were no pails for making sand castles. We had left our beach stuff at home to save room and knowing that this place had this stuff. This trip was okay but disappointing. The place is nice and in a quiet neighborhood, but the reasons we booked it fell short.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deviyn L.

1 July 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic Home

Our family had a wonderful trip to Wilmington and it was made even better by our stay in this home. It was very clean and comfortable; we felt very at home in this house. The amenities were fantastic as well. The open floor plan allowed our family to be able to chat whether someone was sitting at the bar eating, someone was cooking or they were sitting in the living room relaxing. The outdoor spaces were awesome too! You have so many options, you feel like you don't have to go anywhere to enjoy some time outside. You could be in bug-free shade (with ceiling fans) or out under a large pavillion or up on the deck, drinking coffee or wine and enjoying your view. They also provided a lot for the home so you really don't have to bring very much if you don't want to. The neighborhood was small and quiet and perfect for daily walks. It was a great bonus to have a dock to walk to with areas to sit and there was even a bench swing. The owners are so nice and let us know they were available if we needed anything or had any questions. Overall, our experience was top tier and we wouldn't want to stay anywhere else when we visit again. Thank you, Jeff and Elle, for opening your home to myself and my family!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teresa A.

29 June 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful home!

This is a great spot - 20 minutes from downtown Wilmington, 15 minutes to Wrightsville or Carolina Beach. The home is quite comfortable, especially the bedding and sheets. Great layout and we made use of the screened in porch as well. Highly recommend and if I come back to the area, would rebook.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol F.

9 June 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfort, Natural Beauty, Good Times with Family

Everyone always says about vacation that they are “going to the beach,” so we say that too, but this is our second visit to this lovely home, and we still haven’t made it to any beach. The house is beautiful, comfortable, and quiet. We saw rabbits, squirrels, and quantities of birds in the backyard. We walked down to the dock at the end of the street and enjoyed the panoramic view. Close relatives met us for wonderful dinners nearly every night in restaurants of many cuisines. While we digested, we worked on a jigsaw puzzle. Our week flew by. Some members of our party threatened to hide under the beds so they wouldn’t have to leave. We had the best of times.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ronald S.

28 May 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Rain Forest!

Wow! Wonderful stay. We really enjoyed the screened in porch. It rained our first evening and the Magnolia trees that surrounded the porch made us feel like we were in a rain forest. Great centralized location and the neighborhood was perfect for walking the dogs. Oh, did I mention the beautiful sunsets? We will definitely be booking again next year.

Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

lori o.

15 May 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Property!!

What an incredible property!! The home is just beautiful, and the screened porch was beyond our expectations. The owners have thought of everything and we could not have been more thrilled to spend the week here for our son’s graduation from UNCW. We only wish we had found this property earlier in his tenure there!! Will definitely be back next time we have plans in the Wilmington area!

Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

jim f.

15 May 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wilmington Retreat

The home was absolutely beautiful and tucked in a beautifully lush and private neighborhood complete with pond and view of lagoon inlet. And you wouldn't know you were so close to College Road. After a little exploring, we discovered we could get to Carolina beach without getting on main roads. Likewise, good restaurants, like The Keg & Egg, were just around the corner. Having vacationed in Wilmington just a few years we were a little taken aback by the amount of traffic, even on roads in the neighborhood and even in April. A merchant said said it was due to the bridge closure on the bridge that crossed the Cape Feat river downtown, but I'm not so sure. We lucked out with perfect weather. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend this rental.

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

tiffany c.

7 May 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Do not miss out!!!

My husband and I took my father to a concert and stayed at this lovely home and it did not disappoint. From the fully stocked kitchen, lovely plants to the amazing beds!!! This home had everything you could possibly need. It was in a beautiful, quiet neighborhood and close to restaurants and grocery stores. We drove to Kure Beach 2 days and it was just a short drive. The host were so gracious and let us check in a few hours early. Our family has had multiple deaths the past month and this was the perfect place to start some healing. Thank you so much for sharing your beautiful home with us!!!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca M.

14 Apr 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Garden Oasis

The property and home were a perfectly maintained getaway. It was easy to have multiple people work remotely. The screened porch was peaceful and I would love to return to relax out there surrounded by sounds of nature and beautiful wind chimes. Easy driving access to downtown and Wrightsville Beach. Great local restaurants too.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marcia D., Eastham, Ma

3 Apr 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful House

We travel a lot and have stayed at many rental properties. This is one of the absolute best. The house was immaculate, tucked away in a quiet cul-de-sac yet convenient to parks, restaurants, sightseeing, beaches. The neighborhood was attractive, and the neighbors were all very friendly. The house was well supplied with virtually anything we could ask for, and Jeff quickly responded to all our questions. We would happily stay again if we were in the area, and we would certainly recommended this house to anyone planning a trip to Wilmington.

Stayed 21 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leslie F G.

6 Mar 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Month in winter

As I did last year, loved my stay. Felt safe and secure. Owner was Jonny in the spot for any maintenance items needed. Beautiful, well apportioned and clean home. Thank you, Jeff and Ellen!

Stayed 35 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Douglas G.

31 Dec 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous family friendly house

This house was as advertised. Great location, beautiful property, well maintained and appointed home. Our family felt very at home for our weeks stay.

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa S.

29 Nov 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Warm and welcoming home!

We stayed at this house for a week over Thanksgiving and everything was perfect for our small family. The house is comfortable, clean, cozy (without being small) and decorated beautifully. The owner Jeff even decorated it for Christmas for us and left us a bag of chocolates and a bottle of Porsecco to greet us! The house has everything that you would need for a comfortable stay. Kitchen was well-appointed, the beds and sofa very comfortable. We really enjoyed the screened in porch with the wood burning fireplace and there were plenty of throw blankets around for our use. The property is also lovely and the walk down to the community dock is a short, fun exploration to the river. Finally, the location is perfect for enjoying everything in and around Wilmington and the beaches. Tucked away and peaceful, yet convenient to everything. Highly recommend and we will definitely stay here again when we are in the area!

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

april l.

24 Oct 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Secret gem in Wilmington

The house is located in a beautiful spot close to so many things and has everything you need to have a comfortable stay.

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alan L.

10 Oct 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best Rental Ever

This is a beautiful home in a clean and quiet neighborhood. It is conveniently located to most attractions in Wilmington. The furnishings are modern and high quality. The landscaping is beautifully done. The kitchen is fully stocked with everything you might need. Communications with the owners was excellent. We will definitely be going back.

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lael B.

5 Sept 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family trip

Beautiful, clean home stocked with everything you need for a home away from home. Great location, near beaches, activities and eateries.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Jeff

My wife and I have traveled extensively and understand what makes a great vacation experience. We have hosted vacation properties for seven years and this is our newest addition. We purchased and have lived in this home for several years. The house was selected because of its location within Wilmington as well as its private backyard and coastal/tropical feel. We enjoy working with our guests and get great satisfaction from the positive feedback from our guests.

Why they chose this property

We selected this home several years ago as a down-sizing opportunity. The central coastal location within Wilmington provides access to everything popular in 10 - 15 minutes. There are two restaurants within walking distance (approximately 1/3 mile) Whiskey Trail Restaurant & The Keg and Egg as well as a convenience store. We especially fell in love with the small friendly neighborhood and covered gazebo on the community dock. The location of the house in the neighborhood also provided a lot of backyard privacy, vacant lot next to our house.

What makes this property unique

Coastal experience without the noise and crowds. The property location is central to downtown, Wrightsville Beach, and Carolina Beach. The community dock with gazebo / picnic table provides a spot to launch kayaks, SUP boards or just enjoy relaxing sunsets and waterfowl.