[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Heart of Downtown- pet-friendly ILM retreat! Vacation home with kitchen, near Riverwalk ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94860000/94851500/94851493/30c21f88.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94860000/94851500/94851493/e10c739d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94860000/94851500/94851493/81be701b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94860000/94851500/94851493/5e24e1af.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94860000/94851500/94851493/cf155b60.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Experience the ultimate comfort of this home away from home in the heart of historic downtown Wilmington. With three spacious bedrooms, a fully stocked kitchen, and cozy living area with 55 inch smart TV, you'll feel right at ease. Take a short drive to Wrightsville beach or stroll along the boardwalk just minutes away. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10 ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Washer - Barbecue grill - 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. ### Heart of Downtown- pet-friendly ILM retreat! Summary: 🏡 Step into your new home away from home! Designed for ultimate comfort, this space invites you to settle in and stay awhile. Bring the whole family & the pups! In the heart of the historic downtown Wilmington, you are a mile from the action on Market Street where there are a ton of great restaurants to eat, drink, and places to shop! Ask us for recommendations on the best restaurants! All this within a 5 minute drive... oh and don't forget to walk the boardwalk! If you're looking to head to Wrightsville beach it is a quick 15 minute drive to even more amazing restaurants and the sandy beaches. The Space: BEDROOMS: Bedroom 1: King bed with en suite private master bathroom, 43 in smart TV, closet, and 2 nightstands Bedroom 2: Queen bed with 1 nightstand and a closet Bedroom 3: 2 queen beds with a nightstand between them and walk in closet. There is about 2.5 feet of space between the beds so you're not crammed together. \*\*bedrooms 2 and 3 share a full bathroom upstairs and all bedrooms are on the 2nd level\*\* DOWNSTAIRS: All of downstairs is open concept meaning the kitchen, living room, and dining area share a large space. Kick your feet on the large ottoman while relaxing on the couch and watching your favorite shows on the 55 inch smart TV. The kitchen is fully stocked and includes a full coffee bar, pots/pans, baking sheets, seasonings & oil, baggies, tupperwares, foil, etc. For your convenience the coffee bar includes a Keurig, coffee pot, sugar, creamer, tea, and to-go cups. The dining table is a heavy duty Ashely Furniture table with seating for 6 with an additional 3 barstools at the kitchen island. BACKYARD: The backyard is fenced in and includes plenty of outdoor seating as well as a BBQ complete with a propane tank for your use. PARKING: There is a 2 car driveway and street parking available PLEASE READ IF YOU PLAN TO BRING A PET: \- Only dogs are allowed and there is a maximum of 2 (please note dogs in your booking inquiry) \- A $100 pet fee per pet will be charged \- No dogs on furniture & you must pick up after them \- If any excessive damage or cleaning is required due to the pets, you will be charged accordingly If you have any questions regarding your fury friends feel free to reach out Guest Access: We've implemented a keyless entry system for your convenience. Your unique front door access code will become active during your designated check-in and check-out periods. Please note that if you arrive before your scheduled check-in time, your access code may not be active until the designated time. Similarly, upon check-out, your access code will automatically deactivate promptly after your designated check-out time. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2.5 bathrooms - Bathtub - Shower ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet) ### 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 ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94860000/94851400/94851311/ea54cf20.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Coastal Home in the heart of downtown ILM Northside - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 9 reviews CA $213 CA $800 total includes taxes & fees Oct 19 - Oct 20 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-19&endDate=2025-10-20&selected=94851311&PinnedHotelID=94851311&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93680000/93677500/93677484/3242e236.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Baxter's House- Pet Friendly with Covered Boat Parking; 15 mins to Beach/ D-Town Wilmington - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 9 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-01&selected=93677484&PinnedHotelID=93677484&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83610000/83604200/83604159/de5d62ce.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Best Family & Friends Hangout & Pet Friendly!! 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Be respectful of others living in the area by keeping your noise to a minimum. 2. Avoid walking on carpeted areas of the home with your shoes o... ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet) Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation ### 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 and a first aid kit 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 ### Property is also known as 649de3f537464c002c0c84ef ## 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%7C34.24519%2C-77.93892&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=QYn7KJFq49HZ5a2n9cNdeQF_e1E=) Wilmington, NC #### What's nearby - Cape Fear Community College - 13 min walk - 1.2 km - Wilmington Convention Center - 15 min walk - 1.3 km - Riverwalk - 15 min walk - 1.3 km - Live Oak Bank Pavilion - 17 min walk - 1.4 km - Battleship North Carolina - 5 min drive - 4.9 km #### Getting around - Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 8 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Brunch Thyme - ‬14 min walk - ‪The Half - ‬9 min walk - ‪Bowstring Burgers & Brewyard - ‬13 min walk - ‪Eagle's Dare - ‬13 min walk - ‪Bonita Latin Fusion - ‬16 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Heart of Downtown- pet-friendly ILM retreat! pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details. ### How much does it cost to stay at Heart of Downtown- pet-friendly ILM retreat!? > As of Oct 17, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Heart of Downtown- pet-friendly ILM retreat! on Oct 19, 2025 start from CA $202.25, 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-Heart-Of-Downtown-Pet-Friendly-ILM-Retreat.h94851493.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### What time is check-in at Heart of Downtown- pet-friendly ILM retreat!? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Heart of Downtown- pet-friendly ILM retreat!? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Heart of Downtown- pet-friendly ILM retreat! located? > Located in Northside, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Brooklyn Arts Center at St. Andrews and Riverwalk. Carolina Heights and Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College are also within 15 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Heart of Downtown- pet-friendly ILM retreat! 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 - Excellent 9 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Steven K. Feb 22, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent Location Had a quick weekend trip to Wilmington. Perfect location-ample space for adult family of 5 plus our dog!! Great location-downtown just a quick few minutes away! Clean-excellent place to stay-quiet and all the kitchen essentials you need for a long weekend! Thank you-definitely would stay again! ##### Steven K. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cameron W. Oct 9, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Great ##### Cameron W. Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Erin M. Dec 1, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great house near Historic Downtown Wilmington We had a wonderful stay for Thanksgiving week with family! Our son goes to school in Wilmington, so this location was perfect for our family to be together. We did a Scavenger Hunt around Historic Downtown and learned a lot about the area, we visited the Cargo District nearby for some yummy coffee and drinks, and much more. The home was very clean and the beds were super comfortable. I also loved the little coffee bar and the open kitchen/living room. The hosts were very nice and responsive. We really enjoyed our stay! ##### Erin M. Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christin S. Apr 4, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely Stay The home is modern, comfortable, and clean, it is an attractive space. Listing is acurate, images are accurate with clear, efficient, and friendly communications from the owners. This rental has one of easiest check out processes I've experienced. We read some reviews regarding downtown Wilmington in general being a "rougher" area- my family did not experience anything along these lines- everyone was pleasent, the neighborhood is quiet, we would absolutely stay at this listing again. ##### Christin S. Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Curt M. Dec 9, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wilmington get away Very nice and clean property. Hosts were great and very helpful. ##### Curt M. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jason C. Oct 14, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy ##### Jason C. Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Patricia R. Jul 31, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Stellar! ##### Patricia R. Stayed 2 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rhiannon O. May 16, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Clean & good location for concerts! Had a great stay, only put 4 stars because the code door wasn’t working when we arrived. We made it in though! Walking distance to live oak (when it’s light out) and then i would probably uber back. We walked after the concert but you do go through a little bit of sketchy areas at night! Overall a good stay and I’d definitely come back for another concert! ##### Rhiannon O. 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