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Private New House near Beach No Checkout Chores
Welcome to your home away from home! This new construction modern & stylish home was completed and furnished in June 2024 with all-new décor, furnishings, & furniture with your convenience & comfort in mind. This private home has ample free parking & everything you'll need. It is nestled in a quiet & safe neighborhood only 4.8 miles from Wrightsville Beach, 5.7 miles from the Riverwalk downtown, & centrally located near UNCW & the best shopping, dining, & entertainment Wilmington has to offer.

Sweet Magnolia Bungalow
Relax in this spacious 100 year old bungalow in mid town. Close to Wilmington trail, hospital, uncw, restaurants, golf brewery, shopping. Ten minutes to downtown and the beach. Stay home and enjoy rocking chair porches and deck. Full sized equipped kitchen, books, records, yoga set up & WiFi in sunroom office or bring your codes and watch your favorite shows. Rest peacefully in 3 lg bedrooms w 2 king and one queen sized memory foam mattresses and down comforters and pillows. Come, relax, enjoy

Gorgeous 4 bd home with elevator. No cleaning fee!
Beautifully updated home that the whole family will enjoy. 4 spacious bedrooms each with their own bathroom. 3 of the bedrooms have brand new king mattresses, the 4th bedroom has 2 bunks and sleeps 4. Kitchen has everything you will need. Keurig Screened in patio as well as open air balcony. And an amazing elevator as well! We designed this house to make it truly feel like your home away from home. Centrally located 2 minutes from UNCW, and 12 minutes to Wrightsville beach! 10 beds total

King Suite Near UNCW, Wrightsville Beach, Downtown
Escape to our beautifully renovated king master suite with a kitchenette for the ultimate in relaxation! Our cozy hideaway is tucked away in the back of an end-unit townhome, offering a private entrance and patio accessed via a lovely walking path. Enjoy shows on a new 65" TV or sleep soundly in the plush king-sized bed. The updated bathroom has a double vanity, while the kitchenette has a fridge/freezer, microwave, & Keurig. Conveniently located near UNCW, Wrightsville Beach, downtown & NHRMC.

Sea Shell Suite! @Beach, City Bike Trail & UNCW
Enjoy the NC Coast from a serene home, where Sea Shells abound! You'll be close to a Cross City BikeTrail, taking you to nearby Wrightsville Beach, downtown Wilmington and the UNC-W campus. Arrive at your private entrance and personal patio! Inside find a Comfy King-size bed, your own heat/air, full bathroom with towels/fine toiletries. Also find a micro-fridge, coffee/tea/water bottles, healthy snacks, microwave, Beach Towels...! Just close enough to everything! But in our quiet neighborhood!

Pool | Pet friendly | 10 mins to Beach
While you're not outside enjoying the patio, pool, and fireplace, you can gather around the farm-house table for dinner or in the family room for a movie/game night. The perfect place for your beach getaway! -High speed WiFi -75"/65"/50(2)" TV's w/streaming services -Free on-site parking - 9 min to Wrightsville Beach - 5 min to Intercoastal Waterway: Ceviches/Dockside/Bridge Tender/Fish House - 11 min to Downtown Wilmington - 7 min to Mayfaire Town Center shops and restaurants - 4 min to UNCW

The Perfect Midtown Flat-Newly Renovated near UNCW
This newly renovated 2BD/1BA unit is half of a brick duplex and features about 850SF. It is centrally located very near UNCW and convenient to Downtown, Wrightsville Beach and area shopping. Everything in this unit has been replaced with all modern fixtures and appliances. The unit features abundance of natural light throughout which gives the unit a fresh and calming vibe. The fenced landscaped backyard features an inviting outdoor space to enjoy the nice Carolina evenings or morning coffee.

Wilshire Coastal Cottage - Dog Friendly
Discover your perfect coastal retreat just minutes away from the sun and sand of Wrightsville Beach, the charm of historic Downtown Wilmington, and the vibrant campus of UNC Wilmington. The Wilshire Coastal Cottage is not just a place to stay; it's a spacious, comfortable haven designed for gathering and relaxation after a day of exploration. With a huge, fully fenced in back yard to enjoy, bring along your furbabies for only $25 per night, per dog requested separately on the day of check in!

Treetop Retreat
Relax and feel at home in this peaceful and light-filled garage apartment among the treetops. Centrally located near the best of Wilmington - a 10 minute drive to historic downtown and 15 minutes to Wrightsville Beach! Well appointed with a comfortable King size bed, room to lounge in the spacious living room, and a full size kitchen for all your cooking needs! Enjoy the shared backyard space while driveway parking and treetop accommodations allow for complete privacy. Make yourself at home!

The MacMillan Farmhouse
Just steps to UNCW’s beautiful campus and central to all Wilmington has to offer, this 1930’s farmhouse has been lovingly restored and is ready for your coastal adventure! This space features off street parking, hardwood floors throughout, with two cozy bedrooms upstairs and a spacious Master downstairs. Only 8 minutes to Wrightsville beach, 8 minutes to Downtown Wilmington by car. Walkable to great local restaurants, parks, and Trader Joe’s. Thoroughly cleaned & sanitized between guests!

The Midtown Oasis at Winston
Welcome to our beautiful 1950’s house located in the heart of Wilmington! This listing has been carefully designed with much love for our guests! It's central to everything Wilmington has to offer with just a short trip to Downtown Wilmington (4 mi), Wrightsville Beach (6 mi), UNCW (1.5 mi) and the Cargo District (2 mi). It has held so many precious memories for us and friends. We now hope it to be a new found oasis for you, our guests! Comfort awaits you at the Midtown Oasis at Winston!

The Sun Suite - Cozy/Clean/Centrally Located
Welcome to The Sun Suite! This newly renovated apartment is the perfect place to get away and visit Wilmington as well as the surrounding area. Centrally located, The Sun Suite is only minutes away from UNC-Wilmington, Downtown, & Wrightsville Beach. Enjoy a night out on the town or relaxing day at the beach and come back to a clean, cozy, and private space to unwind. The Sun Suite is located behind our primary residence so make yourself at home and let us know if you need anything!
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Destinations to explore
- Wrightsville Beach, NC
- Carolina Beach Boardwalk
- Onslow Beach
- Cherry Grove Point
- Wrightsville Beach
- Kure Beach Pier
- North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher
- Wilmington Riverwalk
- Surf City Pier
- Carolina Beach Lake Park
- Carolina Beach State Park
- Bird Island
- Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park
- St James Properties
- Fort Fisher State Historic Site
- Freeman Park
- Airlie Gardens
- Soundside Park
- Fort Fisher State Recreation Area
- Johnnie Mercer's Fishing Pier
- Greenfield Park
- Oak Island Lighthouse
- Long Leaf Park
- Oak Island Pier





