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Work? Play? Wedding? 5 ✪ Stay in Historic District

Vacation home near Riverwalk in Wilmington

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Dining
2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Interior
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 493 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Wilmington, NC
  • Place, Riverwalk
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Cape Fear Community College
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Wilmington Convention Center
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪8 min drive‬

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About the area

Wilmington

Downtown Wilmington stay.With a stay at this Downtown Wilmington vacation home, you'll be steps from Hannah Block Historic USO Arts Center and Latimer House. Riverwalk and Burgwin-Wright House are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Latimer House - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Riverwalk - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Cape Fear Community College - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Wilmington Convention Center - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College - 14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Savard Beer & Board - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Slice of Life - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Hidden Grounds Coffee - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Fork 'N' Cork - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Reel Café - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Work? Play? Wedding? 5 ✪ Stay in Historic District

Newly renovated, Downtown Abbey, is located on a quiet street surrounded by lush gardens offering privacy in the heart of the city and within walking distance to everything.
Stay with us and you'll enjoy: Easy self check-in & generous check-in (12 pm) & check-out (12pm). FREE parking on property for 2 cars & a Level 2 Electric Vehicle Charging Station.

Sleep in comfort on our King and Queen USA made hybrid mattresses with lux linens, blankets & quilts. We also provide plush towels, shampoo, conditioner, hand & body soap. Washer/Dryer, hair dryer, curling iron, iron & ironing board.
We offer a fully equipped kitchen for preparing family meals and installed a REVERSE OSMOSIS (RO) water filtration system for chemical free drinking water & ice. There are several coffee shops within 2 blocks and our Keurig coffee pot with organic pods are furnished so you can also enjoy a cup of coffee in our beautiful gardens.

In addition to Central Heat/AC, all rooms have ceiling fans, window blinds & Smart TV's (65"/50"/32"), Nest speakers & digital antenna; no cable tv. Our private home is on one level; no stairs.

IMPORTANT TO NOTE: The Abbey, once home for clergy of the neighboring church, is generally a quiet neighborhood. We provide Yoga sleep sound machines (made here in Wilmington) but should you have noise sensitivities, please prepare accordingly and bring noise cancelling buds or consider a rental outside of the central business district. Wilmington restricts excessive noise after12 midnight Friday & Saturday and after 11 pm Sunday > Thursday. We are not responsible nor offer refunds for city sounds.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Water dispenser

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • No elevator
  • Single level property
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a hospital
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Motor boating nearby

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Recycling
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Unit size: 1,000 square feet
  • Water dispenser
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 12:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 2:00 PM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

No Extra Guests.
Use appliances only for intended purposes.
Use Google Nest Hub to control temperature.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Children are not to be left alone or unattended.

Events

No events allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
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, a first aid kit, 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number completed course; no registration # given

Property is also known as

'downtown Abbey' Heart of the Historic District

Frequently asked questions

How close is Work? Play? Wedding? 5 ✪ Stay in Historic District to the airport?

This vacation home is 4.1 mi (7-min drive) away from the Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Work? Play? Wedding? 5 ✪ Stay in Historic District have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Work? Play? Wedding? 5 ✪ Stay in Historic District to the beach?

This vacation home is 13.1 mi (28-min drive) from Wrightsville Beach and 16.5 mi (27-min drive) from Carolina Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Work? Play? Wedding? 5 ✪ Stay in Historic District offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Work? Play? Wedding? 5 ✪ Stay in Historic District?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Work? Play? Wedding? 5 ✪ Stay in Historic District?

Check-in begins at 12:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Work? Play? Wedding? 5 ✪ Stay in Historic District?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Work? Play? Wedding? 5 ✪ Stay in Historic District have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Work? Play? Wedding? 5 ✪ Stay in Historic District have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Work? Play? Wedding? 5 ✪ Stay in Historic District to downtown Wilmington?

This vacation home is 0.1 mi away from Wilmington.

Work? Play? Wedding? 5 ✪ Stay in Historic District Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 46 out of 48 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 48 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 48 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 48 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 48 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gabriel N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect place for the wife and I to get away.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved everything about it!Location especially
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joshua S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was the perfect place to stay down town! Super close to everything you could dream of wanting to do while I was visiting! I’ll def stay again
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Macey Y.

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

Great place

Perfect location, clean and a great stay! Would definitely stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

lief d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing location! The house has clearly been remodeled recently. Kitchen was well equipped and host did a great job of providing everything you would need.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and house. Well stocked and very clean. Will recommend to family and friends.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brad B.

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

Great walk to everything downtown location

Cute clean bungalow as pictured. Highly recommend for walking to everything downtown Wilmington.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kate C.

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

Great Spot

We had a great stay - good location, very clean. Would stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lorreen W.

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

Wedding Stay

Location was perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katherine S.

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

Perfect location

Perfect location to see both the parade and events.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tori S.

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

Lovely

Great location, adorable property! Will stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy P.

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

Visit family

The was great location and very cleaned
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deshea S.

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

Amazing

Amazing stay!!! Clean home and centrally located.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John F.

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

Amazing Place, and incredible host

This stay was above and beyond what I expected. Incredible location.. The house was so well designed and furnished, I could live here full time. By far the best rental experience I have had.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Henry H.

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

Absolutely Perfect

This is the only place we will stay when returning to Wilmington. Very clean and comfortable for myself, my wife and our disabled daughter. Short walk to a very nice extended Memorial Day weekend. Will book this again.
Sunset cruise just steps away.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brooke W.

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

Absolutely perfect!

This house is absolutely perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deb C.

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

Perfect downtown location!!

Excellent! Clean, had everything we could have possibly needed, easy access, and an unbeatable location for exploring Wilmington.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James M.

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

In the Middle of it All

This place is a gem right in the heart of Wilmington. Easy walk to coffee shops, restaurants/bars and the Riverwalk! Beautiful streets and architecture at every turn. Completely updated property made for a comfortable stay for four.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dovid B.

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

Best rental in Wilmington!

We travel often and have stayed at numerous similar rentals in Wilmington and this is hands down the best. Perfect location, very clean, and perfectly remodeled. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Claire S.

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

Beautiful Place!

The house was beautiful and very clean. Communication with Jo Ann was great. Definitely recommend this place!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

CATHY C.

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

Lovely property

Enjoyed the property. Very comfortable and host was so accomodating. Especially liked early checkin and later check out times. Good location but some noise at night. We had a great visit..
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie E.

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

Great stay

Home was very clean and had everything we needed. Beds are very comfortable. Location is perfect. Host is very attentive. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cindy S.

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

Wilmington - 3 night stay

We all absolutely loved the property and the location! It was our first time in Wilmington and I’m so glad we stayed here. I will definitely be back. Loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert J.

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

Mr

The house was perfect for the weekend. It is in a great location, ver walkable which was great on a rainy day.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott L.

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

70.3 North Carolina

This property was fantastic. Great walking distance to everyting. Great location if you are dking Ironman 70.3 North Carolina as it is about two blocks from the finish line.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024