Vacation rentals in New Hanover County

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Treehouse in Wilmington

4.9 out of 5 average rating, 379 reviews

Live in the trees! Covid vaccines required.

Enjoy a stay up in the trees in the Robbin's Nest Treehouse built by Charles Robbins. On a 4 acre wooded property, 10 minutes to Wrightsville Beach,1 minute from Intracoastal Waterway with paddle board, kayak and power boat rentals providing easy access to our beautiful North Carolina coast. A unique hand crafted treehouse inspired by Treehouse Masters. The interior features beautiful wood to bring nature inside. Outdoor porch and deck are perfect for morning coffee or evening glass of wine.

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Condo in Wilmington

4.84 out of 5 average rating, 539 reviews

Private Historic Apartment, Short Walk to Downtown

Welcome to the Lane House, built in 1922! Located in the hip and artsy Castle Street neighborhood, this 2-bed, 1-bath private suite in a historic duplex features vintage flair, modern amenities, and a menagerie of plants. Less than a block to restaurants, antique shops, and cafés. Just a short walk (10-15 min) to all downtown has to offer, and a 15 min drive to the beach. I take great pride in sharing Wilmington’s hidden gems! Perfect for weekend getaways, vacations, or extended business stays.

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Condo in Wilmington

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 313 reviews

Cape Fear River View-Parking-Dog Friendly!

Cape Fear River Condo cannot be beaten with its location! It's in the heart of downtown and a short walk to restaurants, bars, breweries, and shops. The best feature of the space is the beautiful view from the balcony! Enjoy your morning coffee on the rocking chairs or end the night with a glass of wine while enjoying a fantastic sunset. We are dog friendly, but need to approve your pet ahead of time. Let us know if you are planning to bring a dog, we allow up to 2 for a $75 pet fee per dog.

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Home in Wilmington

5 out of 5 average rating, 203 reviews

Cozy Cottage Near Downtown w/ NO Cleaning Chores

The Side Piece Cottage is a cozy place to curl up after a day at the beach, downtown, or visiting loved-ones. 2 bedrooms and a fully stocked kitchen, private fenced-in backyard, and lots of vintage charm. Located 10 minutes from downtown and 20 minutes from Wrightsville or Carolina Beach. Walk to Greenfield Lake Amphitheater or take a short drive to Castle Street and antiquing, coffee, and art. Perfect spot for romantic getaways or friends getting together. You'll feel right at home.

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Home in Wilmington

5 out of 5 average rating, 226 reviews

Harbor Oaks, rest, relax, renew...

Lovely apartment, private space. Open and spacious dining and living area. Well equipped kitchen: refrigerator, full stove/oven, microwave, toaster, blender, coffee makers, pots, pans, dishes, utensils. Breakfast makings on hand. Media room with Smart TV, comfy seating, computer work station. Large, roomy master bedroom w/ king size bed OR TRANSFORMS INTO TWO TWINS. Bath adjoins bedroom, walk in shower, no tub. Beaches, downtown Wilmington, UNCW, all within a 15 minute drive.

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Cottage in Wilmington

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 146 reviews

Island hopping & fishing around Masonboro Island

Fall/winter fishing at its best! Pick your adventure in this 1-of-a-kind cottage on the Masonboro Island Estuarine Reserve. Get your SUP or kayak ‘on’ and in just a 300m paddle (5 min) you can be lounging on one of the dozens of secluded tiny islands off our dock. Make the ~20 min paddle to experience the unspoilt beauty of Masonboro Island’s pristine, 9 mile white sand beach. Or chill on the dock and take in the jaw dropping views with a glass of wine.

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Condo in Wilmington

4.92 out of 5 average rating, 422 reviews

Balcony sunset river views | Free parking | DT

"Great location, amazing views, perfect host. Will rent unit again!" • 5th Floor | Private balcony with 180• river views • Heart of downtown, nearby historic district • Walkable to restaurants, bars, and shopping! • On site private parking for 1 • Stocked and equipped kitchenette • Walk Score of 80 out of 100 • Bike Score of 83 out of 100 • 4 minutes ‣ Live Oak Bank Pavilion • 20 minutes ‣ beach "We loved our stay! Great location, views, and space."

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Rental unit in Wilmington

4.92 out of 5 average rating, 384 reviews

Downtown Riverfront Condo with Fab View & Parking

It's all about the view! Get away from the grind and enjoy our bright, comfortable apartment on the Cape Fear river boardwalk with stunning views of the marshes and North Carolina Battleship. Easy walking distance to Wilmington’s vibrant restaurant scene and downtown attractions. 6 minutes from the Convention Center, 10-15 minutes from the airport (ILM) and only 25 minutes from Wrightsville Beach. Dedicated covered parking space seconds away.

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Houseboat in Wilmington

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 112 reviews

Delight @ The Cove Riverwalk Villas

Welcome to The Cove Riverwalk Villas, Wilmington’s most unique vacation rental community! Delight is a unique one-bedroom houseboat at The Cove, featuring a first-floor living area and a spacious rooftop patio for indoor-outdoor living. The cozy Queen bedroom, full bathroom, kitchen, and living room with a sleeper sofa offer comfort, while the rooftop includes an outdoor bar and seating, perfect for relaxing, drinks, and sunbathing by the water.

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Condo in Carolina Beach

4.88 out of 5 average rating, 212 reviews

SeaScape-Top Floor Ocean Views & Dips in the Pool!

You'll love sipping coffee and watching the sunset from the front deck of this beautiful and much sought after 3rd floor ocean view condo with private pool. This NON-SMOKING condo includes all linens & towels, 2 flat screen SmartTVs, cable, & private WiFi. The kitchen contains all essential tool, a limited amount of spices/staples. There's also a Keurig with a variety of coffee pods for your enjoyment. The queen sofa bed sleeps 2 comfortably.

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Guesthouse in Wilmington

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 330 reviews

Serendipitous Studio - Entire Place

Your own entire guesthouse, situated behind the main home. Studio-style stay, complete with kitchen (light prep), bedroom, bath, closet space, and covered parking spot. Minimal yet functional area with room to breathe. Located between Wrightsville and Surf City/Topsail beaches, and a quick drive to downtown Wilmington. Quiet and peaceful with 1.5 acres of gated property. Enjoy nature and relax after a day of fun.

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Rental unit in Wilmington

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 175 reviews

Beautiful one bedroom steps to downtown riverwalk

Come and enjoy our downtown home with rare upstairs balcony right off your bedroom. Feel the real flavor of historic Wilmington as you go for evening sunset walks a short 5 minutes away to the Riverwalk. Activities close are endless - bars, shops, restaurants etc. This house has one Queen bed in the bedroom a regular non pull out couch and a Queen air mattress available.