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8.8

Excellent

4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8158 sq m

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly

Washer

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Dryer

Explore the area

Wilmington, NC

University of North Carolina at Wilmington8 min walk
Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park20 min walk
Mayfaire Town Center9 min drive
Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)13 min drive

Most relevant reviews

4/10 Poor

I rented the property for one night hosting multiple friends. Upon arriving at 3:45, past the check in time of 3:00, the...

Meghan B.

Dec 1, 2023

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Separate dining area

Dining Area

About this property

The Absolute Best Home Away From Home Pet Friendly!!!!

MANY new upgrades to this property. New photos will be uploaded soon. Newly renovated spacious historic home minutes to UNCW. Incredibly comfortable for any length stay. Suitable for larger groups. Conveniently located to everything Wilmington has to offer. Ten or less minutes on straight road to Wrightsville Beach & Historic downtown. Private keyless entry, Blazing fast internet, cable/Netflix/Amazon. Spacious bedrooms and bathrooms. Full kitchen, washer & dryer, work area and to many amenities to list. Pet Friendly!!

Property manager

Brandon Serbus

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

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

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Checkout is FIRM at 11am. No Exceptions..

This is a 100% smoke free home. $1000 penalty will apply for violating smoking policy. Please pick up all cigarette butt of all of your guests.

Please pick up after your pets or the next guest will likely notify us. Be respectful of the next guests.

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

Long-term renters welcome

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 in the city centre and on a river. Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Wrightsville Beach and Carolina Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Trask Coliseum or Legion Stadium. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Wilmington, NC

What's nearby

University of North Carolina at Wilmington - 8 min walk
Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park - 20 min walk
Riverwalk - 9 min drive
Mayfaire Town Center - 9 min drive
Battleship North Carolina - 11 min drive

Getting around

Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
‪Cookout - ‬2 min drive
‪Dunkin' - ‬20 min walk
‪The Brewer's Kettle - ‬17 min walk
‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Absolute Best Home Away From Home Pet Friendly!!!! pet-friendly?

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

How much does it cost to stay at The Absolute Best Home Away From Home Pet Friendly!!!!?

As of 29 June 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Absolute Best Home Away From Home Pet Friendly!!!! on 1 July 2024 start from AU$661.29, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at The Absolute Best Home Away From Home Pet Friendly!!!!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Absolute Best Home Away From Home Pet Friendly!!!!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Absolute Best Home Away From Home Pet Friendly!!!! located?

Located in the heart of Wilmington, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of University of North Carolina at Wilmington and Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park. Screen Gems Studios and Long Leaf Park are also within 1 mile (2 km).

8.8

Excellent

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8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

8.8/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

4/10 Poor

Meghan B.

1 Dec 2023

Liked: Location

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Arrived to a dirty house.

I rented the property for one night hosting multiple friends. Upon arriving at 3:45, past the check in time of 3:00, the house was dirty from the previous renters. Cleaners were sent to the property and we were unable to be in the house until 5:45. I was told the trip would be refunded for the inconvenience and have yet to receive further communication or compensation.

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Carolyn W.

7 Nov 2023

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

Plenty of space

This house offers a lot for the price. All 4 bedrooms are a good size and had comfortable queen beds. We loved that it was pet friendly. The office area with carpeting was perfect for my 2-month-old granddaughter to enjoy her play mat, and the living room and dining area table comfortably seated 6 adults. We had some minor issues with the cleanliness of the 2nd bathroom and lack of toilet paper and paper towels, so I texted the owner who reached out to his cleaning service and they called me to sincerely apologize, and had more paper goods at our doorstep the next morning (didn’t need them sooner). Our only complaint is that there is no rod in the master closet for hanging clothes. Maybe it was painted recently and they didn’t put it back on but it definitely should be replaced asap. We were there for a rehearsal dinner and wedding and had dressy clothes we needed to hang. Overall it was a good stay.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shawn M., Pennsylvania

6 Nov 2023

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

Family Wedding in Wilmington

We were coming from Pennsylvania for a family wedding. We arrived a little early the day if our checkin. The owner allowed us to check in a little early which was great. We loved that the house has 4 bedrooms and 2 1/2 baths. We have no complaints at all. We really enjoyed staying at this property and would strongly consider staying here again when visiting family in the area. We recommend this place to others!

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bob S.

23 Oct 2023

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

Ironman 70.3 week

Great location in between ocean and city

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

W Scott T.

7 Oct 2023

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

Nice house and great location

We really enjoyed our stay. This is close to anything you want to do in Wilmington and the beach area. Clean property with lots of room.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Melody N.

24 Sept 2023

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

Cute roomy house

The Family enjoyed their stay at this cute house while visiting our girl at UNCW. Clean and very convenient to everywhere in Wilmington. Thank you!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tyrone B.

27 Apr 2023

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

Immer wieder gerne

Ein tolles Haus mit vielen Schlafzimmern. Hätten wir gewusst, dass es so schön ist und auch gut von der Lage her liegt, dann hätten wir uns länger eingebucht. Sollten wir mal wieder in der nähe sein, werden wir uns freuen dieses Domizil erneut buchen.

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

J R.

17 Apr 2023

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

convenient location

The property was as pictured, just a bit older looking and the furniture has some stains. The beds were comfortable. There were cleaning products, trash bags, and laundry detergent available, which was a thoughtful touch. I emailed the owner with a question before we left and he got back to me very quickly. The property is located on a busy 2-lane road and car traffic could be heard from the front bedroom and living room, but it wasn't terrible. There's a very nice paved path within walking distance which is perfect for walking dogs or riding a bike. Also close by are plenty of restaurants, downtown Wilmington and shopping. Fort Fisher State Park is about 1/2 hour away. One thing that was very difficult was getting the sheets and towels washed before we left. That's a bit much to ask of people who have a very long drive back home. I would definitely recommend this property for a short stay or maybe even an extended stay.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

John K.

2 Jan 2023

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

Great house, plenty of sleeping quarters for a large group

The house was immaculate. Convenient to downtown Wilmington. Plenty of parking too. I highly recommend this house if you need access to Wilmington downtown. It’s really a great place

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly M.

23 Dec 2022

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

Greasy rental!

There were ample bedrooms, and the property was very clean. We enjoyed our stay!

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mercedes S., Archdale, NC

27 Nov 2022

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

Awesome place

This property is great for families! We had 3 adults and a toddler, and we had plenty of room. Comes fully equipped and has smart TVs for entertainment. The location is great. Only downside is having to get all the laundry done (in the dryer) before leaving-- but the machines are large and quick so it ended up not taking a ton of time. Definitely will be staying again!

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Donna G.

15 Aug 2022

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

Great Stay

This is a great place to stay for a family. Equipped beyond expectations. Local to almost any place you want to go.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

megan g.

7 Aug 2022

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

Terrific! Well located & comfortable!

Loved this home! 4 great comfortable bedrooms. Nice upgrades and remodeling. Felt like a short distance to everything we wanted to do. Near groceries and coffee shop. Would happily stay again!

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

6/10 Okay

Joy Z.

2 Aug 2022

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

Convenient for short trip

The property was clean enough. We did not leave any food out but still managed to see a few bugs. House has a smell to it like it was heavily used at some point in its past by a heavy smoker. It’s not overwhelming but someone with a sensitive nose (me) will pick up on it. There’s an apartment garage that wasn’t disclosed on the listing as an additional rental property. Not a problem, but not as much privacy. It’s also a shared driveway. The first night, Friday, the garage apartment guests came in during the wee hours of the morning, presumably out on the town, and hung out directly outside the primary bedroom laughing and talking at 2:30 am. Also, having to do ALL the laundry until the last dry cycle was not disclosed on the listing so we had to plan to get up early and get a load started. That also changed our plans for leaving that morning since we had to stick around for laundry cycles. Overall, it was fine but a short weekend where we spent most of our time somewhere else, but wouldn’t rent again.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bryce S.

31 July 2022

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

Great place

Plenty of space

Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

31 July 2022

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

Good location and spacious

We were a group of 4 staying for a fishing trip. This was a spacious home that allowed each of us to have our own room. The house was clean upon arrival and we had no issues checking in or using the code for the front door. The instruction sheets provided when you walked in were very helpful. The only negatives we noted were the airport was nearby and you could sometimes here the planes fly over, and that the small bathroom toilet sometimes squealed after flushing. Neither were major issues thought. I would recommend this property.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

4/10 Poor

Ellen L.

13 July 2022

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Disliked: Cleanliness

My Vacation Stay.

The rental property was beautiful. The property owner was very nice helpful and respectful to our needs. Just had an issue with the house being cleaned and there were too many ants infestation and roaches infestation. It would have been a great vacation, but I couldn't enjoy myself because of that. -Ellen Love

Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2022

About the host

Hosted by Brandon Serbus

Why they chose this property

This property is located in the center of Wilmington. Conveniently located near UNCW and 10 mins Historic Downtown Wilmington. Also 10 mins to Wrightsville Beach. A handful of grocery stores, shopping and restaurants within a mile away.