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

Take a Break at Shore Break!
We loved this stay, beautiful view and very kind host!

Catching Sunsets on the Cape Fear River w/ Parking
This place is in the perfect location! It was so close to downtown which was perfect! We had a beautiful sunset view as well! You have to get coffee from the drift!

Riverfront sunset balcony + free covered parking
I picked to stay at Audrey‘s place because of the location – and it definitely did not disappoint. The location is right on the Riverwalk, which is central to everything. The beautiful balcony was definitely the star of the show- which we felt like was needed since we were looking to be by water but didn’t wanna pay ocean front prices. The check out was a little early but luckily we had lots more to see prior to our flight home! Overall would definitely recommend and would love to stay here again :)

Close Enough WB
Great place to stay. Loved the location and reasonably priced!

Downtown Riverfront 2 BR, deck, parking included
We travel to Wilmington a few times a year to see my daughter in college. This was by far the nicest airbnb we have stayed in. Yes it can be loud at night but you are right in the middle of everything. Shopping, restaurants, bars, river walk. We had a teenager with us so we were able to walk right downstairs to go to a few bars but not be too far away from her. The balcony back deck is great too. She felt like she was at the club on Friday and Saturday nights. The sound machine in the bedroom was great to override the noise when it was time for bed. Kathleen was so friendly and helpful and communicated throughout our stay. She was even there when we arrived to make sure we knew where to park. The unit came with two parking spots which was great when my older daughter came into downtown to visit. We would love to stay at this spot again!

Beautiful Waterway View w/parking *No service fee!
Great place!!!

The Salty Seahorse #D1 Ocean & Harbor Views
The review provided was actually not the Salty Seahorse, but to a single home in Kure Beach, one block from the ocean. Due to an unforeseen maintenance need, Carrie Ann reached out and offered her newly acquired Kure Beach home for our upcoming stay in Wilmington. Host, Carrie Ann, was very attentive and accommodating and luckily had a location where we could stay. The home was spotless, very nicely decorated with a well stocked kitchen - plenty of everything needed! The bathroom provided toiletries and an ample supply of linens. The furniture was comfortable, including the porch table, chairs and umbrella - where we enjoyed coffee each morning. There was a slight drain issue to which we reached out to Carrie Ann and she immediately responded. The problem was quickly and thoroughly dealt with within about an hour of my reaching out to her. I would highly recommend this home and, Carrie Ann exceeded my definition of a super host or prime host! Excellent experience!
Waterfront house rentals

Stylish Waterfront Home with Dock & Ocean Views
Lisa was an awesome host. The house had everything we needed. The bed was very comfortable. The backyard had an amazing set up and the front porch was perfect for morning coffee.

Anchored Inn
This home was the perfect set up for a beach house. We loved the porch which had several comfortable chairs and a nice bar table with an umbrella. and large kitchen with an open floor plan. Jim was very punctual with getting back to us and super friendly and helpful! We will definitely stay here again.

Little House On The Beach
We absolutely loved the location of Gerald’s house right on the beach. It was so beautiful and relaxing to sit on the porch and watch the waves roll in. The house was cozy and clean and had everything you need for cooking. The beds and furniture were very comfortable and even with windows closed, I could hear the sound of the waves which lulled me right to sleep. Christine, the property manager, was very pleasant and quick to address any of our concerns. I would highly recommend Gerald’s place for a relaxing time in Surf City! We hope to be back.

The Regency
My recent stay at the Regency that exceeded our expectations! The property was exactly as described, with cozy decor and all the amenities needed for a comfortable stay. The location was perfect—close to local attractions yet tucked away in a quiet neighborhood, which allowed for a peaceful retreat after a day of exploring. However, there was one drawback that I feel is worth mentioning: the cleaning fees. While I understand that cleaning fees are standard, I was surprised to find that, despite paying a significant amount for cleaning, guests were still asked to load the dishwasher and start a load of laundry before checking out. This felt a bit contradictory, and it made me question the value of the cleaning fee itself. I would highly recommend this Airbnb to anyone looking for a charming and convenient place to stay. I can’t wait to come back!

The Riverbend @ Old River Acres
Beautiful home, spotlessly clean in beautiful surroundings. Kitchen was well stocked and it was fun to use the provided kayaks!

Oceanview - Waterfront w/ private dock
Beautiful house with plenty of room for us. The house is very clean and within walking distance to the beach and activities.

Waterfront Cottage with Panoramic Waterway Views
We had unforeseen circumstances that required us to book a new stay last minute late at night on a Friday. The host was responsive immediately and accommodated us. The house was clean and beautiful. It was a short drive to the beach. It was a great space to relax at whole unwinding from from the sand and sun. They provided great recommendations and we would definitely stay there again. Thanks for the great stay.

Our Place By The Sea
We loved our stay! Very clean house, lots of open space, fenced in backyard, and beautiful views. The sunroom with its own AC/heater was a great place to hang out. On a quiet street perfect for taking walks. Two minute drive to the beach. Also could be walkable to the beach.
Waterfront condo rentals

Cozy Downtown Condo with River Views
Staycation weekend. We’re able to explore Wilmington without a car. Well equipped kitchen. Quiet, peaceful and well stocked with lots to do within walking distance. Loved it! Thank you Tara!

Beach vacation condo at Ft Fisher! Riggings
Not only are we thrilled with the condo and it’s location, Chad is an absolutely top notch host. Airbnb could and should use him to train hosts. He is amazing. It is clear that he loves what he does. Chad not only made sure we had everything we needed, but added so many little touches that made our stay even more incredible. The ocean view is a little disrupted by some necessary erosion control, but the beach is quite literally steps from the condo door and the sound of the ocean is amazing. The beach is beautiful, especially the coquina outcropping. It’s a short drive (or even walkable) to the aquarium and fort, and so many things to do within a 30 minute drive or less. Wonderful stay!!!!!

Beautiful Cape Fear Riverfront Condo Wilmington NC
The apartment is on the second floor with a beautiful view overlooking the boardwalk and Cape Fear River. Nice size balcony and large front windows. Comfortable bed and furniture. Kitchen has everything needed. Steps from the center of downtown.

River FRONT | SuperHost | Free Parking!
Everything regarding our expectations was met. We found lots to see and do in the area. Great seafood and drinks in the immediate area... we love Wilmington NC. Can't wait to return! Jim Miller

DT~ Free parking~ Beach 20min~ Sunset river views
We loved our stay! It was the perfect getaway with my husband and our 10 month old. Easy check in. The elevator was perfect for our stroller and easy to bring our bags inside. The balcony views were amazing. Walking distance to everything downtown! The hosts were super responsive and helpful! We will definitely be back and recommend staying here to all!

Balcony + River Views | Walk to Downtown
The space was lovely! We very much enjoyed the walkability to all of the downtown, and the view was amazing. The battleship is directly across the water which was so so cool. We stayed for Valentine's Day and being in the heart of downtown Wilmington was wonderful!! The WiFi did not work, and never came back on for us even after the host gave us tips to fix it (and the host was amazing to communicate about that!). Also, the TV was telling us that the storage was full every 10ish minutes, making watching anything on it a bit of a pain. These are SMALL "issues" and would not stop us from staying here again! The location, view, and communication from the host vastly outweighed the small tweaks that would have improved our stay.

Spectacular Riverfront w/ Parking & A King Bed!
Fantastic place right on the river. It was clean, cozy, and private. We loved the balcony overlooking the boardwalk and the river. We were within walking distance of great shops and restaurants. Tafie was a great host and we will be back!

Light-filled/Beach-Ocean views/Top floor condo
This was a great place to stay! I looked up many places on CB and this was definitely the best. The view is amazing and it is right beside the drive able beach for 4WD vehicles. The Airbnb was spotless and we can’t thank Chris enough for being a great host!
Quick stats about waterfront rentals in Wrightsville Beach
Total rentals
250 properties
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$80 before taxes and fees
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Family-friendly rentals
190 properties are a good fit for families
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30 properties allow pets
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130 properties have a pool
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