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Small private water front community on a tidal creek.

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Property grounds
Property grounds
Front elevation
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8195.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Wilmington, NC
  • Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • University of North Carolina at Wilmington
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Wrightsville Beach
    ‪19 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

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Small private water front community on a tidal creek.

Welcome to your private oasis in Wilmington! Our fully remodeled home offers everything you need for a comfortable and memorable stay. Nestled on a secluded lot, this modern retreat features an expansive screened porch, a cozy wood-burning fireplace, and an open floor plan with vaulted ceilings and a gas fireplace. Enjoy stylish, newer furniture that adds to the home's relaxed vibe.

Outdoors, you'll find multiple spaces designed for relaxation and entertainment. Unwind on the deck, screened porch, or in the custom gazebo overlooking a scenic tidal creek. Paddle your kayak or stand-up paddleboard directly from the property to the beautiful Intracoastal Waterway and Masonboro Island for a true coastal experience.

Indoors, the spacious family room is perfect for gathering, with the gas fireplace providing extra warmth on cooler evenings. When it’s time to explore, you’re in the ideal location: walk to nearby pubs, restaurants, a mini-mart, playground, and a public boat launch all within a mile. Coming in 2025, a multi-use city trail along Masonboro Loop Road will be just a half-mile from the house.

Our home is also centrally located for all Wilmington has to offer:

8 miles to Wrightsville Beach
9 miles to Carolina Beach
8 miles to historic downtown Wilmington
1 mile to Trails End Park / public boat launch

Whether you're looking for relaxation, adventure, or a bit of both, our home offers an exceptional blend of privacy, comfort, and convenience.













Property manager

Jeff

Languages

English, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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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
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Events

No events allowed
Quiet community
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Owner approval and additional security deposit
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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. Carolina Beach Boardwalk is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Wrightsville Beach and Carolina Beach. Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park and Tregembo Animal Park are also worth visiting. 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

  • Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park - 9 min drive - 7.3 km
  • University of North Carolina at Wilmington - 10 min drive - 7.7 km
  • Riverwalk - 15 min drive - 13.6 km
  • Mayfaire Town Center - 16 min drive - 13.8 km
  • Wrightsville Beach - 19 min drive - 16.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Cookout - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Session Beer Market - ‬6 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).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 69 out of 70 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 70 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dan H.

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

Amazing stay and felt like home!

I would highly recommend staying here! The property felt like I was staying at home. The location was very nice in a quiet neighborhood and the house was stocked with more than you’ll ever need for your stay. We stayed there with 6 adults and our toddler daughter and we had plenty of room. The house had lots of seating and the outdoor spaces were perfect! Jeff was very helpful and responsive through the booking process and our stay. If you’re in the area don’t miss out on this house!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy S.

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

Wil house

Fantastic house and location! Owners are wonderful!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karin M.

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

Peaceful and comfortable respite

My husband and I stayed here for six weeks. The home is beautifully furnished and decorated. Very thoroughly equipped. Everything is comfortable. The property is simply gorgeous and quite private and peaceful. Convenient to beaches and downtown and pretty much everywhere else you might want to go, with a few nice little restaurants very close by. Jeff and Ellen are wonderful hosts, very responsive and helpful. They have thought of everything at this house. We will definitely return!
Stayed 43 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott R.

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

UNCW Graduation

We had a wonderful stay. The house is great!! The kitchen table was large enough for a group meal. The porch with fireplace was perfect for the cool weather. Would definitely recommend staying here
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandy C.

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

Gorgeous House

This is probably one of the best rentals we have ever stayed in. The house is beautiful, spotless and well cared for. The attention to detail and quality of furnishings were great. We especially enjoyed the screened in porch and deck. Jeff was very responsive but we honestly had very few issues. Would highly recommend this property.
Stayed 17 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

bill d.

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

Wonderful house

Exceeded expectations on all levels. House was beautiful with a lot of unexpected decorative touches. Lots of usable outdoor space. Comfortable beds. Really nice master suite with office. Quiet friendly neighborhood.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy S.

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

Wilmington Stay

This house is amazing! It is beautifully decorated, cozy and has all of the amenities needed. It is immaculate and very clean! The owners are extremely responsive, as well. I would rent this house again!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Valerie W.

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

Great place for a family weekend

Great house to spend a long weekend with family. Property owners very accommodating. Fully stocked kitchen and very easy to spread out and live comfortably.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daryl B.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

Lovely housr

Very clean
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gabrielle H.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

About the host

Hosted by Jeff

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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.

Languages:

English, Spanish