Title: Golden Girls Cottage in Historic Mansion District - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Golden Girls Cottage in Historic Mansion District ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109940000/109930400/109930307/eb3871f8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109940000/109930400/109930307/de80d2f9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109940000/109930400/109930307/7db72d79.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109940000/109930400/109930307/a8e873c4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109940000/109930400/109930307/3420173a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Golden Girls Cottage in Historic Mansion District provides laundry facilities and more. Stay connected with in-room WiFi. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroom ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Pet-friendly - Kitchen - Outdoor space ## 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. ### Golden Girls Cottage in Historic Mansion District Welcome to the Golden Girls cottage! Our home is located in Wilmington's historic mansion district and offers convenient, modern amenities in one of Wilmington's most charming neighborhoods. Located within walking distance of the popular Cargo District as well as the Soda-pop district, there are endless options for fun. Restaurants, bars, and shops are plentiful. Wilmington is a very inclusive community, and we are LGBTQ+ owned and friendly! At the Golden Girls Cottage, you will get all the charm this historic neighborhood has to offer while enjoying the comfortable and well-appointed space that we have prepared for you! Each room in our cottage has been thoughtfully curated to provide a fun, vintage inspired stay. While we do love the fun, GG inspired touches, the cottage is a quiet, relaxing space for anyone and any occasion. Come on, come all! \*Although located on the Smith-Willoughby estate, this is a stand-alone home with complete privacy.\* Living Space We have enjoyed making this space as comfortable and inviting as possible, including large sofa and smart TV in the living room, a fully stocked kitchen with anything you could ever need, and a very unique aesthetic in the entire property. Bed and Bath After a long day of exploring our beautiful city, relax and unwind in the plush queen-sized bed and 1,000 thread count sheets. The bedroom also offers a smart TV with streaming services at your disposal. Bathroom features a walk-in tiled shower (handicap accessible) with on-demand hot water for you who enjoy those long showers. Outdoor Space The cottage features a cozy and private fenced patio with comfortable seating options and space for your furry friends (upon approval). Extras \-Streaming services: Netflix, HULU, Prime Video, and cable. \-Fast, reliable WIFI for any remote workers enjoying our space. \-Coffee and espresso machines in the kitchen, stocked with our favorite coffees. \-EV charger upon request (Tesla, level 1) \-property has stackable washer/dryer. Animals We allow furry friends (Max 2) with a $75 fee. Please message us with any questions regarding our pet policy prior to booking. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers ### Internet - Available in the cottage: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - 2 pets total ### 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) ## Similar properties ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103500000/103497600/103497503/790175ae.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sunny Bungalow in Quaint Neighborhood Setting - Dog Friendly Wilmington - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.8 Exceptional 37 reviews CA $131 CA $301 total includes taxes & fees Sep 29 - Sep 30 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-29&endDate=2025-09-30&selected=103497503&PinnedHotelID=103497503&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111550000/111542300/111542282/w1023h1535x1y1-604d9f77.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Plastic Peach - 80s/90s Retro-Themed Apartment Wilmington Historic District - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.4 Exceptional 14 reviews CA $110 CA $317 total includes taxes & fees Oct 19 - Oct 20 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-19&endDate=2025-10-20&selected=111542282&PinnedHotelID=111542282&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111340000/111338400/111338389/3e024661.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Tilly's Cottage - Fully Fenced-in Yard with Stocked Coffee Bar Northside - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.4 Exceptional 19 reviews CA $166 CA $394 total includes taxes & fees Oct 13 - Oct 14 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-13&endDate=2025-10-14&selected=111338389&PinnedHotelID=111338389&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93160000/93153400/93153335/5c64559e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Welcome to "The Parsonage." 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ## About the area Wilmington is home to this cottage. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Wrightsville Beach and Carolina Beach, while Cape Fear Museum and Bellamy Mansion Museum are cultural highlights. Carolina Heights and Children's Museum of Wilmington are also worth visiting. 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Airport (ILM) - 9 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Fermental - ‬15 min walk - ‪On Thyme - ‬3 min drive - ‪Bowstring Burgers & Brewyard - ‬15 min walk - ‪Mess Hall ILM - ‬13 min walk - ‪Indochine - ‬20 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Golden Girls Cottage in Historic Mansion District pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). ### How much does it cost to stay at Golden Girls Cottage in Historic Mansion District? > As of Sept 28, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Golden Girls Cottage in Historic Mansion District on Sept 30, 2025 start from CA $169.3, 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-Golden-Girls-Cottage-In-Historic-Mansion-District.h109930307.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### Where is Golden Girls Cottage in Historic Mansion District located? > Situated in Wilmington, this cottage is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Wilmington Oakdale Cemetery and 3 mi (4.8 km) from University of North Carolina at Wilmington. Cape Fear Museum and Carolina Heights are also within 1 mi (2 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Golden Girls Cottage in Historic Mansion District 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 - Excellent 7 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Leslie H. Apr 19, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Golden Girls Getaway!! We enjoyed an amazing vacation and stay at this well appointed, conveniently located and charming cottage! Brandon is an excellent and thoughtful host and we absolutely loved the surrounding neighborhoods;) We look forward to our next visit and if this property is available, it would definitely be our first choice!! ##### Leslie H. Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Madison A. Jun 19, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Stay! This was a super cute property! we highly enjoyed our stay with no complaints. THE CLEANEST rental i’ve stayed in! Great communication with hosts. As a former uncw student, i will be coming back to wilmington and look to stay here again! ##### Madison A. 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