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Historic Front St Loft w/Sauna! Best location in Heart of Downtown Wilmington

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Exterior
Room
Living area
Private kitchen
Sauna

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
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2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Wilmington, NC
  • Place, Cape Fear Community College
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Riverwalk
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Wilmington Convention Center
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Living Room

1 Double Futon

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Historic Front St Loft w/Sauna! Best location in Heart of Downtown Wilmington

Welcome to the heart of downtown Wilmington, NC! This loft is privately tucked upstairs in the historic Shrier building with so much within walking distance:

Steps to coffee, coworking, shopping, and dining
1 block from the Wilmington Riverwalk
2 blocks to Cape Fear Community College
5 min walk to the Convention Center
15 minute walk to the Live Oak Bank Pavilion
3 miles to Battleship NC
7 miles to the University of Wilmington
20 minute drive to Wrightsville Beach, 30 minutes to Carolina Beach!

The space
You will love the contrast of being right in the center of downtown while being able to walk up to a completely private loft with all the comforts of home. The walls are 12ft tall and new updates throughout give this loft a spacious and modern feel. You will LOVE the balcony overlooking Front Street. Talk about just sitting back, relaxing, people watching, and being able to enjoy the bustle from above. AND the last little luxury I'd love to mention is my awesome dry sauna in my master bathroom!

Guest access
Entire Place. Quiet hours 10p-8a. No parties.

Other things to note
No free parking for my loft. Street parking is free from 6:30pm-9:00am Monday through Saturday and free on Sunday. I park in the lot behind the building and sometimes find street parking right in front. There are several decks around and I just unload in the front (if space allows) and then I move my car.

There is a walk up! One flight of stairs, no elevator.

Sleeps 6 means: Two beds (one queen, one king) and one pull out sofa. As my spot is so spacious it comfortably sleeps 6. I also have an air mattress as well. Please disclose all guests staying overnight as we set up accordingly.

I have a similar unit exactly adjacent to this unit, within same walk up. If you are booking a bigger party, let me know.

If you have any questions, please message me. I look forward to hosting you! Ok

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please do not drag or move furniture or other objects across our original wooden flooring

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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Wilmington

Located on a river, this condo is in Downtown Wilmington, a neighbourhood in Wilmington. City Stage Theatre and Wilmington Railroad Museum are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit The Cotton Exchange and Mayfaire Town Center. Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts and Children's Museum of Wilmington are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as power boating.
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Wilmington, NC

What's nearby

  • The Cotton Exchange - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Cape Fear Community College - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Riverwalk - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Wilmington Convention Center - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College - 7 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Copper Penny - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Hell's Kitchen - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Beer Barrio - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪I Love NY Pizza - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Manna - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic Front St Loft w/Sauna! Best location in Heart of Downtown Wilmington pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Historic Front St Loft w/Sauna! Best location in Heart of Downtown Wilmington?

As of 20 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Historic Front St Loft w/Sauna! Best location in Heart of Downtown Wilmington on 5 June 2026 start from NZ$429, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Historic Front St Loft w/Sauna! Best location in Heart of Downtown Wilmington?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Historic Front St Loft w/Sauna! Best location in Heart of Downtown Wilmington?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic Front St Loft w/Sauna! Best location in Heart of Downtown Wilmington?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Historic Front St Loft w/Sauna! Best location in Heart of Downtown Wilmington located?

Located in Downtown Wilmington, this condo building is steps away from The Cotton Exchange and Riverwalk. Cape Fear Community College and City Stage Theatre are also within 5 minutes.

Reviews

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Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 32 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 32 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 32 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janis W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My Sister and I had a fun relaxing time here. We liked having 2 beds, 2 baths and a balcony downtown. Great location. Great host.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Denise T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location! We loved the place and it had everything we were looking for during our visit. We came in to run the Half Marathon and it was convenient to be able to walk to the race and to restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robyn T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location. Everything in the unit to make for a comfortable stay. The Host was very responsive and great to work with!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Toni H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host is great. Very helpful. Location is perfect. The unit has old building quirks with modern amenities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janis W.

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

Beautiful downtown condo

Great place to stay in Wilmington.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katrina M.

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

Excellent location!

Location was perfect and loft was lovely!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great location, easily walkable to Riverfront and restaurants; modern accommodations, comfortable bedding, kitchen well stocked, cute balcony for people-watching, etc. Parking behind building is fairly convenient. Will definitely stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Emanuela was an amazing host. The loft was spacious with all new appliances and in the best location right on Front Street close to everything. We were having such a great time we extended our trip an extra day. Emanuela was so accommodating. Can't wait to go back!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

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

Location and clean

Great spot. Clean and a great location. Would stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Austin J.

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

Weekend stay

Great place! Everything exceeded expectations
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ray V.

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

Clean and Comfortable

Clean and comfortable
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nelson B.

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

Repeat visit

This was our second time staying here. We love the location and the comfort of this place. So clean and well organized! We will definitely be back again!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel Q.

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

Thanksgiving Weekend

Great apartment. Convenient, clean, and fun!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ewa L.

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

Just right!

This property is in a perfect location in Wilmington. We vacation Wilmington a couple times a year, and this is now our favorite property. We will definitely rebook!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Annette G.

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

Quick Weekend in Downtown Wilmington

This property is everything you could ever need! It is very clean, comfortable, safe, stocked and is very close to so many stores, restaurants, the River Walk! We wish we could have stayed longer! We will definitely come back again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diana K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This unit was everything and more!!! The owner, an amazing lady!! If you are looking for place in Wilmington, look no further. Inspired all of us to want to move to Wilmington!! Location, excellent. Did not have to rent a car. Very walkable. Took Uber once to specialty store to get items to make Southern cooking at home!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janis W.

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

Beautiful downtown condo

We were so pleasantly surprised at how much we enjoyed staying here. Clean and so well equipped. We walked to restaurants and enjoyed walking the boardwalk. Parking was easy. We used the sauna too which was a great touch! We drove a short distance to Wrightsville Beach. We look forward to another stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie C.

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

Perfection

The host has provided everything you need to have a fabulous time. The property is in an ideal location to walk to numerous restaurants, shops, attracions and the Riverwalk. We felt so pampered and thoroughly enjoyed our wonderful trip. This property should be at the very top of your list if you are considering visiting Wilmington!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy P.

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

Mini Vacation

This historic property was perfect for our long weekend getaway, it was exactly as advertised. We were a family of 5, including 3 teens. We all loved that we could walk to the shops, restaurants and the Live Oak Pavillon. Parking in the paid deck behind the property was easy and convenient. The host was amazing to work with. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew P.

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

Definitely Stay Here

Beautiful space right in the heart of downtown Wilmington. We were there at the same time as the Azalea festival and we were right in the middle of it all. Could walk anywhere you wanted. And the space was quiet. Bedrooms were big. Everything was clean. Perfect place to stay and we will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristi h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were there for daughter's graduation from UNCW, sad we found this place as she was graduating because we would have loved to have stayed there on visits for all 4 years. We cannot say enough about the location and ease of getting to all the places we would like/need to go. Parking is convenient either on the street or there is an easily, inexpensive parking deck directly behind the building. The place was super clean and aesthetically appeasing . Loved the balcony overlooking the street below. When we go back to Wilmington, we will definitely see if this is available first choice.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Henry E.

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

A True Jewel

Myself & 2 other adult friends just experienced this fabulous property. We mutually agreed upon our satisfaction & surpassed expectations. The host, Emanuela was very informative & quick to answer pre check in questions. The property was super clean & very well-maintained. The location makes it accessible to so much, whether walking or driving. So it certainly is a superbly recommended place for beautiful Wilmington.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carrie K.

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

Great location, perfect space

Modern updates but kept some of the historic charm. 12 ft ceilings make space feel much bigger than it is. Two bedrooms and pull out sofa offer more beds than many properties in the area. Excellent communication with host, very quick to respond. Location cannot be beat. Enjoyed the balcony facing Front St. Close to all the coffee shops, boutiques and restaurants downtown. Wish parking was free but no fault of host- hotels in the area charge more for parking than the garage behind the unit. Very clean, will definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carrie L.

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

Fourth of July in Wilmington

My husband, three adult children and I enjoyed our stay at this rental over the Fourth. It is right in the middle of everything and an easy walk to so many restaurants and the river! You do have to find your own parking, but we could always find parking on the street and there was a parking ramp right behind the building. The apartment is very well stocked with everything you would need. The only thing I might have liked were some beach towels, so if you’re planning to go to the beach, bring your own. Overall, a really great place to have as your homebase when on vacation in Wilmington!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Keith W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best host in Wilmington, and two amazing units! If you want to experience Wilmington, this is the place to stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

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