Unique Houseboat in Port City Marina Wilmington, NC

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6102 sq m

Popular amenities

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Washer

Dryer

Kitchen

Outdoor space

Enjoy the area

Wilmington, NC

Riverwalk1 min walk
Live Oak Bank Pavilion5 min walk
Wilmington Convention Center11 min walk
Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)6 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Upper Stateroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Lower Head

Toilet · Shower only

Upper Head

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Dining Area

About this property

Unique Houseboat in Port City Marina. It is centrally located between the Wilmington Convention Center and the new City Park and Amphitheater. Rare opportunity to stay not near the water but ON the water. Amazing views not only of the Cape Fear River but also of the beautiful yachts that visit and call Port City Marina home.

Beautiful open layout with 2 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. First floor includes full kitchen, dining room, living room, one of the bedrooms and full bathroom that includes a washer and dryer. The second floor includes the master bedroom with a full bathroom and additional living room with sectional couch that includes a pullout queen sofa bed. The views from the spacious second floor outdoor patio with sink and mini fridge and comfortable seating will have you planning your next visit. We are in a premier location with direct views of the Cape Fear River and the yachts in the marina.

Port City Marina is also a center for entertainment and dining along downtown Wilmington's Riverwalk, popular Front Street and the Historic District. If you love music, Downtown Wilmington is the place to be. There are concerts at Marina Grill, the Marina Pier and the Live Oak Amphitheater, all riverfront. You can enjoy this live music directly from our outdoor patio. Wilmington has been recently ranked as the top up-and-coming destination in the South.

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Property manager

Patrick and Kelly Patterson

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Water view

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 26

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Wilmington

Located on the waterfront, this houseboat is in Wilmington Historic District, a neighborhood in Wilmington. Brooklyn Arts Center at St. Andrews and City Stage Theatre are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park and Wilmington Railroad Museum. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College or Legion Stadium.

Wilmington, NC

What's nearby

Riverwalk - 1 min walk
Live Oak Bank Pavilion - 5 min walk
Cape Fear Community College - 9 min walk
Wilmington Convention Center - 11 min walk
Battleship North Carolina - 5 min drive

Getting around

Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

The Half - 16 min walk
Edward Teach Brewing - 12 min walk
Marina Grill - 1 min walk
Mellow Mushroom Wilmington - Downtown - 14 min walk
Palate Bottle Shop & Reserve - 7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Unique Houseboat in Port City Marina Wilmington, NC pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

8/10 Good

Zenobia R.

22 April 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet Birthday Celebration

This property was beautiful and peaceful. The place was nicely decorated. For the property being pricey, the gravel parking lot and the unloading of luggage was very unexpected. One thing I can say is that we got in our steps while unloading. Next time we will bring our travel wagon. 😅. Other than that we enjoyed the stay!

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

ROBERT C.

27 March 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome

Awesome experience! Wonderful time provided and the host was amazing. Highly recommend staying here! Wish all host could be like Kelly!

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy K.

26 March 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Girls Weekend

The house was super clean and very well appointed. It had everything we needed and then some. Location is great. Furnishings were comfortable and in great shape.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brea H., Raleigh, NC

3 January 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect

This is property was absolutely perfect. It is walking distance to downtown Wilmington. The property was super clean. Highly recommend!

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracy C.

23 October 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

UNIQUE & RELAXING GETAWAY

Peaceful stay in unique accommodations. Take in the town or stay put and relax, either way you can't go wrong. The property has everything you might need and more. The wifi is a bit spotty, if that's important to you. Definitely not a deal breaker for us. We enjoyed every moment!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

About the host

Hosted by Patrick and Kelly Patterson

We are Patrick and Kelly Patterson, owners of HB3. We are from Ocean Isle Beach, NC.

A little history about how HB3 came to be. We purchased our houseboat in April of 2021. We call our it HB3 because we were the third houseboat to be built in the marina. The first two were the models.

Our youngest son attends UNCW. We came to visit him one weekend and stayed at a hotel right near the marina. The marina was hosting a boat show where Atlantic Houseboats was offering tours of their houseboat models. On a whim we decided to take a tour. We fell in love with the concept and could not pass up the opportunity to part of this growing community. The rest is history!!

Why they chose this property

Port City Marina is a center for entertainment and dining along downtown Wilmington's Riverwalk, popular Front Street and the Historic District. If you love music, Downtown Wilmington is the place to be. There are concerts at Marina Grill, the Marina Pier and the Live Oak Amphitheater, all riverfront. It's also a few steps from the Wilmington Convention Center and a block from the Wilson Center. The opportunities are endless!

The houseboat rental property at the marina offers convenient access to Historic Downtown Wilmington, less than a mile away. Guests can explore the vibrant area by strolling along the Riverwalk, taking a free trolley, or driving a short distance down Water Street. Downtown Wilmington boasts a variety of attractions, including local shops, restaurants, breweries, live music venues, and events, ensuring there's something for everyone to enjoy.

For more information on recommendations and events in the area, guests can visit the website www.thestrandshouseboat3.com.

Additionally, the location provides easy access to other popular destinations in Wilmington. The Wilmington International Airport (ILM) is just an 8-minute drive or Uber ride away. Within a 10-mile radius, guests can visit attractions such as Wrightsville Beach, Jungle Rapids amusement and water park, the University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW), and more.

For guests interested in bringing their own boat, the property recommends contacting Port City Marina, where slips are available for rent. Guests can coordinate directly with Port City Marina to arrange slip rental for their stay dates.

What makes this property unique

The houseboat provides a unique blend of adventure, relaxation, and connection with nature that sets it apart from the traditional hotel experience. It offers panoramic views of the surrounding river and shoreline, allowing guests to immerse themselves in the natural beauty of the area.

A stay at HB3 offers the perfect solution for those wanting to avoid the chaos of parking, event traffic, and needing a DD.