Family-friendly vacation rentals in Historic District, Wilmington

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Top-rated family-friendly rentals in Historic District, Wilmington

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Condo in Carolina Beach

4.82 out of 5 average rating, 101 reviews

Seaside Sanctuary! Oceanfront Master, Linens Incl

Seaside Sanctuary is a 5th floor oceanfront condo with a view that will take your breath away! From the porch you'll take in breathtaking sunrises, dolphins swimming, pelicans cruising, & during peak season there is a full fireworks display every Thursday night. It's a 5 minute walk to the Ocean Grill and Tiki Bar, 1.2 miles to the Carolina Beach boardwalk, & 1.5 miles to Kure Beach Pier. For a fun day trip, take the ferry to Southport, visit the NC Aquarium, or see the Battleship in Wilmington!

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Bungalow in Wilmington

4.91 out of 5 average rating, 235 reviews

Wilmington Retreat

A Chic and Seaside-esque Getaway! This home was newly redone (w/love) in a quaint neighborhood near downtown and a short drive to the beach. 3 brs w/ an open floor plan, great for gathering & entertaining! A private backyard with a grill & firepit. Large front porch with cozy seating. Spacious couch for relaxing; open area for kids upstairs. 1 mile from the heart of downtown and Riverwalk. Explore historic downtown Wilm shopping, coffee, restaurants, antiquing or pack up for a day at the beach!

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Home in Wilmington

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 166 reviews

Centrally located cute family cottage

This cute cottage is great for a family or group getaway. Spotlessly clean!! FULLY equipped kitchen including spices, condiments, oil and butter. Enjoy morning coffee in the screened in porch or relax on the shaded back patio in the afternoon. There is a Ring doorbell at the front door. PETS ARE NOT ALLOWED. Centrally located and just 12 minutes from Wilmington's downtown, 5 minutes to restaurants and groceries and 15 minutes from Wrightsville Beach. Located in a middle class neighborhood.

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Cottage in Carolina Beach

4.89 out of 5 average rating, 148 reviews

Charming Beach Cottage-1 block to beach/boardwalk

Charming, spacious beach cottage in the heart of Carolina Beach—just 1 block from the ocean, boardwalk, shops, and dining! Enjoy a large front porch with views of Thursday night fireworks—perfect for relaxing or dining al fresco. Rinse off in the private outdoor shower after sun-soaked days. Bright, airy interiors, comfy beds, fast WiFi, smart TVs, and a stocked kitchen. Enjoy the best of the island with beach access, live music, and fun at your doorstep. Book your perfect beach escape today!

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Home in Wilmington

4.84 out of 5 average rating, 350 reviews

Tri The Sea

A Beautifully updated and simple ranch to fit all of your needs! Clean, Clutter Free less than 3 miles from Wrightsville Beach and less than 1 mile to UNCW. All the amenities you need on your business trip plus all the comforts of home with the addition that it is is 100% Child friendly makes this the perfect Home Away from Home for any guests needs! Modern Kitchen with Stainless Appliances, Granite Countertops and Eat in Bar. Family/Bedroom with door to close off from rest of home.

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Home in Wilmington

4.77 out of 5 average rating, 111 reviews

Family fun house near attractions

Unconventional art house. Located minutes drive from the beach, downtown, and Greenfield lake amphitheater . Relax and check out the nearby downtown bar, restaurant, and gallery scene. The historic river walk is always a crowd pleaser. The owner lives in the back unit and is available if any issues arise during your stay. They’re also on hand to care for the animals on the property, ensuring everything runs smoothly so you can relax and enjoy your visit.”

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Condo in Carolina Beach

4.91 out of 5 average rating, 397 reviews

☼Vitamin Sea 1 Block From The Beach☼

Vitamin Sea is a private 1 BD apartment located 1 block or short 3 minute walk to the beach w/ public access. Conveniently located to all outdoor activities CB area has to offer: fishing, biking, surfing, kayaking, deep sea charters and the boardwalk featuring great shopping and restaurants! Perfect stay-cation for a small family or couple! -40 minutes to Wilmington International Airport (ILM) -30 minutes to downtown Wilmington

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Townhouse in Carolina Beach

4.82 out of 5 average rating, 119 reviews

Wow! Beach Home with great views, steps to ocean!

Welcome to Southern Comfort! Located just steps away from the beach. 4-bedroom, 5 BEDS, 3.5-bathroom Condo Sleeps 10 people with beds. ‼️Home Linen rental of $240 is included in the cleaning fee, which includes beach towels‼️ 1800 sqft, hardwood floors and granite. 1 king, 2 queen 1 full bed w/ 1 full trundle, 1-Queen sleeper sofa 🐾Approved pet only $200 per pet🐾 Minimum age to rent: 25

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Home in Wilmington

4.83 out of 5 average rating, 246 reviews

Beach adjacent house, near everything

Very nice single family house, 9 miles from the beach, two bedrooms, flat screens in each, washer and dryer, new step in shower. big flat screen in the living room, front deck, nicer back deck. Wheelchair ramp in back. Off the street parking, and outside shower, 1 mile to Target, 1.5 miles to Walmart, and 5 miles to downtown, restaurants golf, entertainment everything. Wilmington has to offer

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Guesthouse in Wilmington

4.93 out of 5 average rating, 681 reviews

Pond View Loft Apt

Quiet wooded 3-acre lot with ¾ -acre Pond Conveniently located halfway between the beach and town. A destination get-away for couples, solo adventurers, families, or the business traveler. 7 min. drive to Wrightsville Beach,10 min. drive to Downtown Wilmington, 25 min. drive to Surf City/Topsail Island. Close to Mayfaire Shopping Center and Restaurants. No children under 12

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Condo in Carolina Beach

4.85 out of 5 average rating, 258 reviews

Seaside Sanctuary - Best Pool/View - King Bed

★ We’ve been Airbnb Superhosts for 9 consecutive years, with over 1,000 glowing reviews ★ Linens and towels are included for your stay ★ In-unit washer and dryer for your convenience ★ Seasonal pool access – open from mid-April to mid-October ★ We offer two oceanfront units in beautiful Carolina Beach ★ Enjoy private beach access just steps from your door

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Bungalow in Wrightsville Beach

4.83 out of 5 average rating, 120 reviews

Historic Wrightsville Beach Cottage

Built in 1907 in Downtown Wilmington and moved by barge to Wrightsville Beach in the late 1950's. Owner is an Entertainment Producer and the house is very cozy and full of beautiful antiques. Hardwood floors and a newly designed kitchen. Great relaxing front porch and just 10 houses from the ocean. Makes a great relaxing stay.

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Live in the trees! Covid vaccines required.

4.9 out of 5 average rating, 393 reviews1 week ago

My boys and I had a lovely stay at The Robbin's Nest! It is such a unique and beautifully situated place. Loved the bed from which you can gaze out the skylight through the tops of the trees, the hot shower, balcony with azalea view, and squirrel neighbor.

Treehouse in Wilmington

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Condo 1 block to ocean & pickleball y’all

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 126 reviews9 months ago

Book this place!! We had such a great time at the beach and in this Airbnb. Our group was comprised of 3 couples and 2 infants and we were so comfortable! We stayed for 4 nights and made all of our meals with ease - one of the best equipped kitchens I've stayed in. We loved the location, truly a 3-5 minute walk to the beach (depending on how much you're carrying!), and a great view of the Sound. The Airbnb was bigger than I expected and having 2.5 bathrooms was great for our group size. Highly recommend!!

Townhouse in Carolina Beach

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Waterfront Home with incredible Sunrise & Sunset

4.65 out of 5 average rating, 143 reviews7 months ago

My husband and I spent six days at Renee’s home along with our son and two fur babies. The house is beautiful, very clean, and spacious inside. The pictures are very accurate. I loved the views from the two porches in the two king bedrooms. The pond and garden views are awesome along with the beautiful sunsets. Loved the pretty flowers around the patio area. Everything I needed in the house was available, easy to locate, and well stocked. Renee is a very responsive and helpful Host. She was quick to resolve a couple of issues that came up during our stay. Our stay at Renee’s house was so restful and relaxing. We hope to stay again the next time we visit the area. Thanks Renee for sharing your beautiful home.

Home in Wrightsville Beach

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Downtown Wilmington

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 212 reviews1 month ago

Alicia and Matt’s house was perfect. Clean, easily walkable, beautiful yard to enjoy, full of charm, and stocked to the brim with extras. On top of the friendly, responsive, and helpful hosts, we couldn’t have asked for anything else. We loved exploring the area, riding bikes, and visiting a couple of excellent recommendations by Alicia. We had a couple of special requests, and were met with ease and accommodation. The workspace was tucked away & quiet. The kitchen has everything needed to cook and get started with coffee. Easiest 5 stars.

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Beach House carolina Beach

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 187 reviews1 month ago

The house was full of sun during the day, and cozy at night, which was wonderful, because it was a chilly week in early March. Three adults enjoyed staying here, with plenty of room. The kitchen was well stocked with utensils and pots and pans, including casserole dishes and a quality baking sheet, which we put to good use. The walk to the beach is short, just two blocks, with short walks to the lake and restaurants, as well. We recommend Uncle Vinny's local Italian. The house was very clean, and our stay was peaceful. Jimmy and Beth responded quickly when we sent messages. We would definitely stay again!

Home in Carolina Beach

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Spacious Ocean Front House

4.7 out of 5 average rating, 299 reviews1 week ago

The place was great for our family of 6. Every person had a bath towel and one wash cloth. The decks were great to sit outside for the sunrise! The kitchen amenities aren’t specifically listed, but they are enough if you want to do a bit of cooking. Bring your own beach towels - 2 are provided. We loved how quiet this place was down on the sound end of the island. It is a clean and cute place! We’d definitely come here again, though we were a bit put off that there are three hosts listed and no one responded to the two messages with questions that we sent before and during our stay.

Apartment in Wrightsville Beach

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