[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Going to Carolina! Historic Downtown Wilmington Vacation home with kitchen, a short walk to Riverwalk ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105410000/105408500/105408467/bc3fcd38.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105410000/105408500/105408467/2f92705e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105410000/105408500/105408467/75b7a426.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105410000/105408500/105408467/b32a3379.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105410000/105408500/105408467/4d6169d9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location In the heart of Downtown Wilmington, this historic arts and crafts era home offers a charming retreat. With its original woodwork and trim, restored hardwood flooring, and vintage chandeliers, it's perfect for families and old home lovers alike. Enjoy the private backyard or relax on one of three covered porches. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61774 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Parking available - Washer - Kitchen - Outdoor space - Air conditioning ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Going to Carolina! Historic Downtown Wilmington Historic charm abounds in this turn-of-the-century arts and crafts era home located on a quiet one-way brick lined street in Downtown Wilmington. Boasting 3 bedrooms, 1 full bath, 2 half baths, 3 covered porches, and a private backyard, this historic gem is ideal for families, friends, and old home lovers. This home was renovated over the course of several years with emphasis on restoring and preserving the original details. The big pocket doors which separate the living room and dining room are fully functional. Fireplaces throughout the house are non-functional but boast beautiful surrounds and mantles. The original woodwork and trim are throughout and the original hardwood flooring was restored. With a new living room sofa, chandeliers, period correct furniture like beautiful armoires and desks, and some windows with wavy glass give them home a lovely vintage feel. The charming neighborhood is full of meticulously restored historic homes and the short walk to the riverwalk and other destinations in the heart of downtown is a very pleasant one. The neighbors are friendly and often seen enjoying the evening air from their porches with a glass of wine. All of the common spaces are on the first floor, from the front covered porch to the living room, dining room, kitchen, and covered back porch. The 3 bedrooms are on the 2nd floor up a flight of stairs. All of the bedrooms have new comfortable mattresses and mattress protectors and have room darkening window treatments. The front bedroom which would have initially been the nursery is a small bedroom with a queen bed. The middle bedroom is larger and has a California King bed. The back bedroom is large and has a king bed and its own private covered porch with lounge chairs. The kitchen is fully modernized and renovated, with new cabinets, new countertops, a dishwasher, and a gas stove. It is completely stocked with cookware, flatware, dishes, and cooking basics. It also has a vintage desk for work or extra prep space. The dining room table seats 6, has a beautiful cabinet with wavy glass, a non-functioning decorative fireplace and mantle, a chandelier, and accesses the back covered porch. The living room has a new sofa, other period correct furniture, a cute table that is perfect for snacks like a charcuterie board, a non functioning fire place, large vintage oriental rug, and TV. The backyard is sizable and private. Street parking is free and usually very plentiful. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car recommended - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### 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 - Garden - Unit size: 1,774 square feet ## Similar properties ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92730000/92722000/92721985/d3891775.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Perfect Downtown Home Brooklyn Arts District - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning 9.6 Exceptional 29 reviews CA $110 CA $425 total includes taxes & fees Oct 9 - Oct 10 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-09&endDate=2025-10-10&selected=92721985&PinnedHotelID=92721985&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74740000/74730900/74730846/5f2a064a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cozy Blue Bungalow Walk Downtown! 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No smoking. No candles.No partying,No pets. ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### 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 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 ### We should mention A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as orp5b6704fx ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C34.22871%2C-77.94369&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=aWOWgfNi0MGFx14uYiAqeeUjUWs=) Wilmington, NC #### What's nearby - Riverwalk - 9 min walk - 0.8 km - Cape Fear Community College - 17 min walk - 1.5 km - Wilmington Convention Center - 20 min walk - 1.7 km - Battleship North Carolina - 3 min drive - 2.3 km - Live Oak Bank Pavilion - 4 min drive - 2.9 km #### Getting around - Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 12 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪On Thyme - ‬11 min walk - ‪Burger King - ‬7 min walk - ‪Elijah's - ‬10 min walk - ‪Rooster & The Crow - ‬10 min walk - ‪The River Rat - ‬12 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Going to Carolina! Historic Downtown Wilmington pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at Going to Carolina! Historic Downtown Wilmington? > As of Oct 8, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Going to Carolina! Historic Downtown Wilmington on Oct 14, 2025 start from CA $167.41, excluding 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](https://www.expedia.ca/Wilmington-Hotels-Historic-Dream-In-Downtown.h105408467.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### What time is check-in at Going to Carolina! Historic Downtown Wilmington? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Going to Carolina! Historic Downtown Wilmington? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Going to Carolina! Historic Downtown Wilmington located? > Located in Wilmington Historic District, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Latimer House and Riverwalk. Children's Museum of Wilmington and Bellamy Mansion Museum are also within 15 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Going to Carolina! Historic Downtown Wilmington Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ### 10 Eco-friendliness ### 10 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 17 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karen R. Dec 19, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great for family We were in town for a wedding and the house and location were perfect. ##### Karen R. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michelle M. May 12, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Downtown Retreat Perfect spot to walk everywhere downtown. ##### Michelle M. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jack T F. Oct 13, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Complete satisfaction for weekend getaway Thoroughly enjoyed walking through Victorian England in Wilmington and loved Riverwalk ##### Jack T F. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### stacey P. Mar 5, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect set up It was like a little Bed and Breakfast. Very Clean and cute additions. ##### stacey P. Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carrie H. Jul 21, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Very Lovely We enjoyed our stay very much. The house was very clean and comfortable. Walking distance to the boardwalk made for nice evening strolls to dinner. Quiet neighborhood with friendly neighbors made the stay peaceful. ##### Carrie H. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### s wert j. Nov 4, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely Historic House in Wilmington NC Our group was 5 ladies all over the age of 75 who have been getting together for decades. We loved the house. It was convenient to walk to the water front with lots of wonderful restaurants. The beds are wonderful, the kitchen is well appointed, everything is great. It is a great place to stay. ##### s wert j. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Steven Jul 31, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication A beautiful older house that has been well-maintained. Close to Wilmington-Downtown. Highly recommend! ##### Steven Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tina R. Sep 22, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Comfy, clean and convenient We loved the comfortable beds, linens and complimentary coffee/creamers. The front porch was so charming. Kitchen was very well stocked with absolutely amazing cookware, sponge, dishwasher detergent, etc. Location was excellent; quiet and friendly. Parking was adequate on the street. Thank you so much for memorable stay! ##### Tina R. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Erin K. Apr 28, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Feels like home! GREAT location--felt like home! Loved the front porch and all of the houses along the street look family owned. Neighbors were friendly. House itself was perfect for our family to stay. Welcome basket of snacks, make-up towels, and visitor info binder were a nice touch. Walked a different way downtown each time to check out all of the adorable places along the way. Great restaurant, Castle Street Kitchen, around the corner--they even offered my daughter a job when she starts college in the fall!!! I hope we can stay here again when we come to visit her!!! ##### Erin K. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marie Claire C. Jan 27, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Whimsical holiday stay ##### Marie Claire C. Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michelle M. Jan 1, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### New Years Getaway to visit Daughters Our stay here was amazing!! We were able to walk to my favorite coffee shop, Hidden Grounds. Enjoy the 70 degree weather at Wrightsville Beach for a day. Loved the mornings relaxing on the front porch. If you are traveling to Wilmington, I highly recommend staying at Going to Carolina! ##### Michelle M. Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sylvia S. Dec 23, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy ##### Sylvia S. Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Julie M. Dec 18, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy ##### Julie M. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robert L. Jun 16, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Out stay Loved the atmosphere of the house. Old but with plenty of new appliances! Bathrooms were very clean! Beds were well made and clean! Lots of seating, nice quiet back porch for relaxing and watching squirrels play! Close to lots of restaurants and attractions! Quiet neighbors in a nice neighborhood! ##### Robert L. 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