
Vacation rentals with beach access in Historic District, Wilmington
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Clean, cozy, lovely views, beach access, and more!
We had a great stay! Walkable to the beach and many restaurants. Super clean and tidy home!

One Bedroom Condo Minutes From the Beach
Amazing hosts! Andres and Emily are extremely responsive and give great instructions. Kitchen was well equipped for our breakfast on the patio desires.

A Shore Thing New
We absolutely loved this place! We hadn’t been to Carolina Beach in a while and it was a fun experience! We loved that the location was within walking distance to the beach (especially since we kept going back from me forgetting things). This place was located in a more secluded area with what seemed like other residents. To one side you saw the marina and to the other the ocean. We even got multiple views of dolphins which was amazing! The place was super clean and suited everything that we needed! When a small issue arises Jody was very responsive and helpful to find solutions fast! Highly recommend!!!

Tranquil Oceanfront Retreat on the beach
We had a great time. The place and surroundings are beautiful. We will be back

PalmTreeHut
If you're looking for a little oasis to get away, this is a great spot! The photos don't do all the cool details of the place justice! Such a cozy place to stay to enjoy a long weekend getaway in Wilmington! Thank you for your hospitality!

A-Street Hideaway
This was a great stay for us. A small, cozy 2 bedroom with one bath - private entrance and less than a block from the beach! Entrance was private. Walt was responsive and easy to work with. Loved our stay!

Riverfront sunset balcony + free covered parking
Audrey gave perfect instructions regarding how to find the unit, and getting in was extremely easy. We loved the peace and quiet around us and the walkability to several great restaurants. It was the perfect getaway for the two of us for a couple of days. The space had everything that we needed and was very comfortable and very clean.

Vintage Beach Bungalow Surf Shack
Sam’s place was great! Right near everything but felt very secluded. We loved sitting out in the porch with all the beautiful flowers. We can’t wait to come back!
House rentals with beach access

25 West Upstairs
great location! would stay again

SurfShack 2 Bedroom 2 Bath w Loft, Ocean and ICWW
Had a great week long stay during Spring Break. Plenty of room for our 3 kids and our dog. The place was clean and the kitchen was well stocked with what we needed. The beach was just a short walk. Downtown was not a bad walk either for restaurants or some last minute needs from Roberts Grocery. Walked the Loop every morning to get the day started. The best part was the uncovered front porch. On the windy days, our daughter could tan right on the porch instead of getting sandblasted on the beach!! Daniel made sure we were well taken care of!! Will stay again!

Family friendly townhouse, close to beach access!
I can’t say enough good things about Christina’s beautiful home! I wanted a quick weekend getaway and this was the perfect retreat. It was so amazing that I asked to stay one more day than originally planned! You won’t be disappointed with the location or the beauty of the home so comfortable felt right at home immediately. Beach supplies in the garage, which is also such a convenience and plus! I will be booking again :)

Lux Couples getaway steps from beach!
I absolutely enjoyed my stay! From the easy check-in process to the open floor plan, the sunlight streaming through the windows, and the comfy couch and bed, I relished every moment. The walk to the beach was just two minutes, and I could even hear the waves from the living balcony. It was also very accommodating that I was able to request an extra night! The hosts were responsive, and I definitely plan to return in the future.

Beach House Getaway
Great place!! Beautiful home in a great area. The home was very clean and the host was very responsive!

Steps to the Beach: Weekly Discounts
This cottage was the perfect spot for a long weekend over Easter. We only had 4 people and 2 dogs, so plenty of space for our crew. The location is awesome. It’s only steps from the beach making it easy to go back and forth as needed without any hassle. The added bonus was all beach chairs and towels were included helping to greatly lighten the packing load. The house was super clean, greatly stocked, and organized. This was a big plus! Lindsey and Billy were super with communication, friendly during our stay, and allowed some flexibility with check in/out. With a child at UNCW, I feel certain we’ll be back. Thanks for everything!

New beach retreat close to the beach & boardwalk
We LOVED staying at Big Gulp! The house was spacious, spotlessly clean, and had everything we needed--beach towels, beach chairs, and even a wagon to carry all our beach stuff, which was a game changer. We did walk to the beach one day, but since the path isn't shaded we opted to drive the next day. The good thing was that we were so close that it was easy for folks to come and go using the car with no problem (~4 minute drive to the beach). Suzi was super responsive and really understanding and accommodating when our plans had to change due to a tropical storm. Five stars!

Coastal Bliss Hideaway *prime location
Awesome place to stay, we had a blast! So close to the beach and not far from most restaurants. Would definitely book again!
Condo rentals with beach access

Morning brew with an ocean view
Andrew’s place was fantastic! Just a short walk to the beach with a beautiful view from the balcony. We had an amazing time, and our dog loved it too!

Steps from the Beach!
Well, the “storm with no name” took over our weather but we still had a great time considering! The place is exactly as described. It’s extra nice being on an end unit btw 😁. We enjoyed the pool the most!

Once Upon A Tide! 1st Floor Condo with Ocean View.
Overall the place was very nice. We liked that it was just a short walk to the beach access and Publix was like 7 minutes away by car. The kids loved the pullout bed. The space was cozy, clean and had plenty of amenities.

Freshly painted 2bed/2bath, pool and ocean views!
We loved Mark’s apartment with both views for sunrise and sunset. We had everything we needed from the beginning and Mark was easy to reach throughout the stay. This spot will stay in our top choices to rent. Thank You for providing a great place to vacation.

La Vista - oceanfront condominium
Ended my 10day trip to NC at Karem’s oceanfront condo. Amazing views, walkable beach, restaurants, nightlife.. tranquil, coffee on the deck.. highly recommend. Quaint and cozy, well stocked condo with everything you need. Would recommend and would stay again.

2-bedroomcondo at Lumina Ave Wrightsville Beach
we had an amazing time! Great location, walking distance to restaurants, coffee shops, and shops. We will be back!

Seaview Haven
Excellent place to stay! Beautiful sunrises and sunsets, well worth the 32 steps up to the 3rd level (2nd floor + parking level on stilts). You can see the waves crashing on the beach unlike the 2nd level. J’nell very responsive to our requests. Make sure to eat at Michael’s with great daily specials during off season! Be sure to check out new Fort Fisher museum. Ferry port to Southport is only 15 minutes away. Highly recommend this condo and would definitely come back.

Seahorse Lounge steps to the beach!
We had a wonderful stay! Easy check in/out and amazing location. Nicole was very responsive for anything we needed.
Quick stats about vacation rentals with beach access in Historic District, Wilmington
Total rentals
30 properties
Nightly prices starting at
$80 before taxes and fees
Total number of reviews
3.7K reviews
Family-friendly rentals
30 properties are a good fit for families
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10 properties allow pets
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20 properties have a dedicated workspace
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- Carolina Beach Lake Park
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