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Tranquil Oceanfront Retreat on the beach
Perfect, old-school beach getaway! We loved parking ourselves on the “lifeguard stand built for two” and just watching: the waves, the wildlife, the surfers, the sky…soooo relaxing and just what we needed to unwind for a few days. We loved the laid back vibe of the place and the hosts!

Ola Verde
The host was very responsive and the place was great all around. Views are amazing, parking is out front of the unit. This spot is one of the best for the price and worked well for three people for two nights. I will definitely stay here again when I am back in town.

Shell of a Vibe Beach Condo - Oceanfront and Chill
It was our 40th anniversary and we decided that we wanted to go to our favorite beach in North Carolina. We could see the ocean from this apartment and a very short walk to the beach. Enjoyed sleeping on the beds and having 2 bathrooms were fantastic. AC was great and water pressure in shower, was too. They had everything you needed and didnt lack on the supplies. It was a memorable vacation that we will never forget. Thanks Curtis

OCEANFRONT PARADISE WITH SPECTACULAR OCEAN VIEWS
Very welcoming and comfortable stay. The view of the ocean was breathtaking

La Vista - oceanfront condominium
We were here for my birthday! The owners were incredible! Very kind and gave us great options for restaurants and also a firework display. The condo was perfect. Amazing views. The kitchen had everything you need and everything worked well. The master bedroom had a great master bath with all amenities. But let me tell you about the master bedroom bed. The most comfortable bed ever!! If you have a rain day and have to stay indoors this is the place to stay. Don't forget to play some song on the guitar. When we come back we will definitely plan our trip to stay here. I cannot thank the owners enough for there hospitality!!

Serene Oceanfront GetAway! #NamasteHereYall
This is a beautiful place at the beach. We felt at home in this peaceful space. My friends and I loved that it was both far and close enough to everything. The rental itself was beautifully decorated and the kitchen has everything you need. This is the perfect place for a relaxing vacation!

Waterside Cottage 'HoriZen'
We had a wonderful time! The house was amazing, cozy, and peaceful. Pam was a great host. Will certainly visit again!

#9 Penthouse w/ 360 ocean & beach views in CB!
The view from the deck can't be beat and we spent a majority of our time out there. The place had everything we needed and the market across the street has the best breakfast sandwiches. Best stay in Carolina beach, we can't wait to go back!
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Greenfield Lake bungalow Whole house
Great stay! Place was very clean and extremely well stocked. Light switches can be a little confusing but thank goodness for her labels. Front porch sitting was excellent for watching people and looking for alligators in the lake. We were there for a concert at GLA and the house is an easy 10 minute walk.

Haven By The Lake
A wonderful place to stay in a great neighborhood. Kim was very accommodating with early check-in and brought extra beach towels for us during our stay.

Cottage at Greenfield Lake, Airy, Natural Light
The place and stay were fantastic. The kitchen had everything that we needed, which is what I was worried about. Would stay here again 100%!

Beach House Getaway
This was our third stay with Tony and as always, the whole process was seamless and stress free. He made sure we had all of the instructions we needed for check in, using the property and check out. It’s especially nice to be able to bring our dog with us and have a nice fenced area to use. Our stay was wonderful as always and we’ll be back for Christmas vacation.

The Cove At Myrtle Grove
Amazing hosts. Had extra amenities not listed had everything a home would have away from home. I would definitely come back it was amazing.

Tranquil Carolina Golf Retreat,Beaches,Downtown II
This place was as described. The area was quiet. Not far from eating places nor shopping areas.

Riverfront Retreat w/ Gorgeous Views
What a great place!!! The view of the river was incredible from the living room, master and decks. Very nice neighborhood- we walked all around and it was safe and locals friendly. There are lots of games, books and DVD’s. Super cool place for family to hang out and be super comfortable and close to area attractions (with a car). Very well stocked with all your basics! Thanks for letting us stay!

River Road Retreat - Heated Private Pool, Pond, Fi
This beautifully landscaped secluded getaway is exactly what we needed. The large pond, small walking paths around the property and large screened in porch are a perfect way to detach from the day-to-day. When we stayed in May, the temperatures were cooler and the heated pool made it so much better to enjoy. The kids loved exploring the arcade machines upstairs as well. Highly recommend staying here if it remotely piques your interest!
Other great vacation rentals in Riverfront, Wilmington

Heart of the Action Studio in Downtown Wilmington!
Audrey was super responsive and helpful. She was able to honor an early check in when I asked that morning. The instructions were helpful for check in, I just semi struggled following the steps in order. Location was amazing for a friends wedding at bakery 105 down the street. My husband was able to walk back and forth to drop things off and bring things to the bridal group as we were getting ready. It was a super walkable area and could find plenty of things to do!

Studio on Market & Front Downtown ILM
We really enjoyed our stay as we were looking for a place that was central to all of the activity and shopping, and boy did this fit the bill. Very clean and comfortable and our host Summer was incredibly responsive. We drove into the historic district, parked within 200 feet from the apartment with the pass provided, and did not have to drive again until we checked out to leave. This place is right in the sweet spot for everything going on there including all the dining and shopping.

Catching Sunsets on the Cape Fear River w/ Parking
Staying at this beautiful Airbnb overlooking the Cape Fear River was delightful! From the moment we booked, the communication was flawless—responsive, friendly, and the guidebook was incredibly helpful. Every question we may have had was answered. The host went above and beyond to make sure we felt welcome and prepared for our trip. What really sets this stay apart is the impeccable attention to detail. From the cozy, well-appointed decor to the thoughtful touches everything was clearly chosen with care and intention. You can tell the host genuinely wants guests to have the best possible experience. This Airbnb is the perfect balance of luxury, comfort, and convenience. We’re already planning our next visit.

Riverfront Retreat in Historic Wilmington
Hello, Everything was wonderful at 106 N Water Street, the condo was clean, comfortable, a great view of the river, very nice accommodations as well. The hosts were great on returning my text messages before the trip and all during our stay. I would definitely recommend this home for any length of stay in Wilmington.

Sol + Sage Studio | Downtown
This stay was perfect!!! It was exactly as advertised and in such a great location.

Downtown ilm Cozy|Clean | Walkable |Nightlife
Everything was just as described! It was the perfect place to stay near everything! Any questions we had they were all answered promptly. Even let us know good spots to eat and go! Thanks so much for everything!

Modern 1BR apt in the heart of downtown Wilmington
My husband and I stayed Tuesday-Friday to celebrate our anniversary. Because it was during the week there was ample parking. The place itself was very quiet and clean. The location is absolutely perfect, walkable to so many places. We made a dinner reservation at Tarantelli’s and had a few cocktails at the Banter, all next to the Airbnb which was convenient on the rainy day. We checked out a few other places Brendan and Julia recommended and would 100% visit again!

FearView- Beautiful Downtown Riverfront Retreat
Very beautiful condo! The view is incredible and the furnishings in the unit are very nice. Be aware that you are in the entertainment district so you’ll hear music and nightlife but it doesn’t last too late in the evening. We didn’t mind it at all but just a note for future visitors. Already trying to plan a trip to stay here again!!
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- Wrightsville Beach
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- Cherry Grove Point
- Carolina Beach Lake Park
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