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Peaceful Retreat - Near Beaches, Downtown, UNCW

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8167.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Wilmington, NC
  • University of North Carolina at Wilmington
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Riverwalk
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Game room

1 Double Futon

Primary Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Main Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Primary Bathroom

Soap · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Peaceful Retreat - Near Beaches, Downtown, UNCW

Welcome to our beautifully remodeled spacious retreat located in a quiet neighborhood. Centrally located to beaches, downtown, riverfront, shopping, dining, UNCW and medical centers.
Come enjoy our open concept floor plan with a fully stocked gourmet kitchen. A game room for kids to experience old fashion favorite video games such as Galaga and Mrs PacMan. Our outdoor patio includes a grill, plenty of seating, and a gas firepit!
Our home is perfect for relaxing after a fun filled day.

Property manager

Tom Mills
Premier Host

Languages

English, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
We don't have outlet protectors and cabinet locks.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please treat your home away from home with respect. Broom, dustpan and Dust buster vacuum is available in the laundry area. Thank you!
Quiet time outside the house is 10pm. NO EVENTS, LARGE GATHERINGS, OR LOUD PARTYING.
Enjoy the outdoor gas firepit. NO USE OF INDOOR FIREPLACE: It is for DECORATION only.

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
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Wilmington

Located in Wilmington, this holiday home is in the city centre and near the beach. Carolina Beach Boardwalk is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Wrightsville Beach and Carolina Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Stanley Rehder Carnivorous Plant Garden and Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Wilmington, NC

What's nearby

  • University of North Carolina at Wilmington - 4 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park - 5 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Greenfield Lake Amphitheater - 6 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Riverwalk - 8 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Battleship North Carolina - 10 min drive - 9.5 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Flaming Amy's Burrito Barn - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Session Beer Market - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Zocalo Street Food and Tequila - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Peaceful Retreat - Near Beaches, Downtown, UNCW pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Peaceful Retreat - Near Beaches, Downtown, UNCW?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Peaceful Retreat - Near Beaches, Downtown, UNCW?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Peaceful Retreat - Near Beaches, Downtown, UNCW located?

This family-friendly Wilmington holiday home is located by the sea, within 1 mi (2 km) of Cameron Art Museum and Stanley Rehder Carnivorous Plant Garden. Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park and Halyburton Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 44 out of 45 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 45 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Taylor K.

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

Family trip

Nice place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy G.

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

Wonderful stay

We had a great time in Wilmington at your lovely home. Everything was so nicely done and comfortable. Great communication with the hosts and they were so helpful. We loved the location and had a wonderful time! Would love to stay there again if we are back in Wilmington.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leslie A.

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

Perfectly Comfortable

What a cozy, easy place to stay. Everything was perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

jerrogs

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

Amazing Location, Truthful Hosts

This place was clean, beautiful and the location is prime.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher S.

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

Great location for a weekend getaway!

My friends and I were looking for a place to have a relaxing weekend and this place fit the bill perfectly. From its location to its amenities this a great place to stsy in Wilmington.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keitha J.

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

Graduation

We had a great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

cornelia c.

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

Great location and spacious

We enjoyed the comfort and convenient location of this beautifully remodeled brick Ranch. We were three adult couples and we had plenty of room to spread out and relax. We enjoyed conversing on the comfortable sofas, and got good refreshing sleep on the comfortable beds. Having the game room and a nice outdoor space to relax in were bonuses. The house were very responsive! We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Will M.

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

Great stay

Really nice house.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cathy W.

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

Comfortable clean home

The house was very nice, comfortable spacious. Great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jamie C.

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

Bach weekend

We had a wonderful stay! The home was adorable, clean, and had everything we needed!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Francie Y.

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

Lovely home centrally lovated

We had a very comfortable four night stay. My family was in town for a wedding and we had everything we needed. Thank you you for a wonderful weekend.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Natasha B.

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

Great hosts and stay

The house was very cozy and comfortable which was perfect bc it ended up being too hot to do many of the outings we had planned. Tom and Lora were great hosts, very accommodating, and communicative
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica M.

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

Great trip

Owners were super helpful and responsive. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ashley E., Orlando

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

Wonderful place

No complaints what so ever, great spot!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Daniel G.

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

In town for a family wedding

We enjoyed our stay. The house was clean, nice and update and had plenty of space for our family.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Crystal G.

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

Beautiful property

This property is a great stay! Everything you need to enjoy your time is provided. The home is very clean and beautifully decorated. My family and I enjoyed everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol L.

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

Visiting son

This was the perfect spot, only 5 minutes from my sons house and 10-15 minutes from everything. Whole Foods and Food Lion were right around the corner. Very peaceful neighborhood allowed for amazing sleep! Thank you Tom and Lora!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Natalie B.

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

Great stay for the weekend

Nice stay, everything was clean and kitchen has all the necessities you will need will big dining table. The neighborhood is close to a lot of things in town. The owner quickly responded with any questions we had.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steven M.

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

Amazing stay and place.

100% would stay here everytime i come to Wilmington. Yes it’s not on the beach but the stay here is worth it and worth the drive to the beach. Great place to relax. Will stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

James Y.

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

Wilmington Trip

Property was spotless and as advertised. Beds were great and the place was very well furnished with all the amenities. Would definitely stay there again . Highly recommend, Hosts were very helpful and quick to communicate.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Annie B.

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

Relaxation

This home was beautiful and relaxing. My family and I truly enjoyed ourselves. Everything was truly enjoyable. Homeowners were easy to contact and they responded reasonably.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brad S.

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

Peaceful Retreat

This home is located in the heart of Wilmington. Very convenient to everything we did. Beautiful home. Alot of amenities. We really enjoyed our stay. Very Clean, Very Nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

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

Best VRBO experience!

This property deserves more than 5 stars! Great location, comfortable beds, cute home, great communication, and owners had guests comfort in mind while furnishing. I appreciated the extras provided. I did not want to leave!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rick K.

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

Clean, spacious, and well maintained property

Everything was great and we enjoyed our stay except a little bit far from the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sally S.

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

Peaceful Stay

We were in town to visit my son at UNCW. The property was close to campus in a quiet neighborhood. The backyard was a great space, and the arcade game was a hit with our younger son. There was an issue at the beginning of the stay and the owner found a solution very quickly. The grill could use some TLC, but that would be the only complaint. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

About the host

Hosted by Tom Mills

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Lora and Tom have 5 kids so we know the value of creating memories with our family. We had a couple of our kids graduate from UNCW. We love to travel and visit new places every year.

Why they chose this property

The house is thoughtfully decorated and has all the amenities for your stay in Wilmington. Each bedroom has Zinus Green Tea infused memory foam mattresses where you will sink into a nice restful sleep.

The chef's kitchen has everything you need to demonstrate your culinary skills to your friends and family.
This private retreat is located in the quiet neighborhood of Pine Valley Estates.

Just minutes to many wonderful local restaurants, grocery shopping, Breweries, beaches, etc.

Beaches:
Wrightsville Beach - 13 mins
Carolina Beach - 17 mins

Activities:
Downtown Riverwalk - 5.2 miles
Battleship North Carolina - 6.1 miles
Fort Fisher Aquarium - 17.8 miles
Jungle Rapids Fun Park - 3.0 miles
UNCW - 2.5 miles
Cameron Art Museum - 1.3 miles
Coastal Massage and Spa - 6.1 miles
Trails End Boat Launch - 5.4 miles

Shopping:
Harris Teeter - 0.9 miles
Public's - 1.7 miles
The Pointe - 1.8 miles
Whole Foods Market - 2.0 miles

Our Local Favorites:

Beach Bagels
Krispy Kreme
Front St Brewery
Wilmington Brewing Company
Tower Seven Brewery
Kates Pancake House
PT's Grille (burgers)
Blue Water ( On the water dining)
True Blue Butcher and Table (amazing meats)
Sweet and Savory
Britt's Donuts ( Carolina Beach boardwalk)
Sunday's Wrightsville Beach (coffee)
Watching the sun rise at Trails End Park nearby

What makes this property unique

Each of the 3 bedrooms (King, Queen, Queen) is furnished with Zinus Green Tea infused memory foam mattresses for your comfort. You will feel yourself slowly sinking into the bed, with plenty of support for a good restful sleep.
The optimal number of guests is 6, and we have a sleeper sofa in the game room that sleeps 2 additional guests for a total of 8. Bedding for the sleeper sofa is in the laundry area of the game room. Oh yeah, we have a full size washer and dryer for your stay, with an initial soap pod for your first wash.

Inside the gourmet kitchen, you'll find all the silverware, pots, pans, plates, and a spice rack for you to cook yourself dinner from scratch or just pretend like you’re going to and enjoy the wonderful local restaurants nearby. Although the city water is perfect for drinking, we will have a Britta water filter in the fridge ready to go for you.
Please NOTE, there is NO ice maker in the freezer, so bring your cooler for ice, or make ice with the trays provided.

The living room is furnished with a nice 65” flat-screen tv where you'll be able to Netflix and chill with friends.

In terms of amenities, we've got you covered too! : An iron/ironing board, blow dryer, towels, couple rolls of TP and more. For longer stays you will likely need more supplies. Harris Teeter and Public’s Grocery stores only 1 mile away. There is a microwave in the game room and a hot air popcorn popper for your use.

For the kids there is a basketball hoop and ball to practice their shooting skills and get them off the Galaga video game system that they will want to play constantly! There are some board games in the cabinet near the Microwave as well. Bring an HDMI cable and you can connect to the 50" smart TV in the game room for some XBOX action.

In the backyard we have an awesome gas firepit and dimmable string lights for evening relaxation.

GUEST ACCESS:
You will have access to the entire property EXCEPT for the locked hallway closet, and the outside Sheds.

Languages:

English, Spanish

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