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Pet-Friendly Historic Downtown 2BR Loft 1 block from riverwalk, walk everywhere

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Room
Interior
Private kitchen
Property grounds

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% based on
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

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

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 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Pet-Friendly Historic Downtown 2BR Loft 1 block from riverwalk, walk everywhere

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 min 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, providing such a spacious feel. The original floors give this place quite the charm, and the modern amenities will make you feel right at home. I LOVE the balcony overlooking Front Street. Talk about just sitting back, relaxing, people watching, and being able to enjoy the bustle from above.

Guest access
Entire Place. Quiet hours 10p-8a. No parties. Pets welcome! (I charge a flat fee of $100 just mark that you are bringing your pup and VRBO will automatically add the fee).

No parking spaces for my loft. I park in the lot behind the building ($13/day) 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. Street parking is free from 6:30pm-9:00am Monday through Saturday and free on Sunday.

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

Sleeps 6 means: Two beds (one queen, one king) and one queen air mattress. As my spot is so spacious it comfortably sleeps 6. There is a sofa as well which you could always do one on the sofa and one on the air mattress, I guess it would depend on who draws the short straw in your party or who isn't paying haha. Please disclose all overnight guests so we can set up accordingly.

I have a similar unit (more modern in style) 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!

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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

Pets allowed: limit 2 total
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Your Pet(s) must be disclosed and fully potty trained to use the bathroom outside. Do not use guest towels to clean up after your dogs.
Please do not drag or move furniture or other objects across our original wooden flooring that cause scratches.

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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

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 some of the area's attractions include Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts and Children's Museum of Wilmington. 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. 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 Pet-Friendly Historic Downtown 2BR Loft 1 block from riverwalk, walk everywhere pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Pet-Friendly Historic Downtown 2BR Loft 1 block from riverwalk, walk everywhere?

As of 18 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Pet-Friendly Historic Downtown 2BR Loft 1 block from riverwalk, walk everywhere on 15 May 2026 start from NZ$456, 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 Pet-Friendly Historic Downtown 2BR Loft 1 block from riverwalk, walk everywhere?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Pet-Friendly Historic Downtown 2BR Loft 1 block from riverwalk, walk everywhere?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pet-Friendly Historic Downtown 2BR Loft 1 block from riverwalk, walk everywhere?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Pet-Friendly Historic Downtown 2BR Loft 1 block from riverwalk, walk everywhere 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

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 27 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

lynn j.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful apt and convenient location. Lots of nice touches and amenities that made our stay fun and special.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jody R.

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

Perfect location and great accommodations

Host is very responsive and provides clear and concise check in instructions. The place was spotless, comfortable and well equipped. We loved it and would definitely return
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

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

Great location

Great location and place to stay. Owner was very communicative and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Becky P.

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

Great Getaway Weekend

This place was awesome! Very clean & such a great location to enjoy the downtown vibe!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Juddson L.

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

Great location

Perfect spot to explore downtown and the waterfront.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sheri and Alex R.

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

Location

Great location and comfortable space!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
LaTesha was super easy to work with and was quick to respond! The place was clean with lots of character. Location couldn’t have been more perfect. We’ll stay here again when we come back to Wilmington!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Walt M.

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

Recent stay

Great location if you want to experience downtown Wilmington.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Todd N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
As STR owners ourselves, maintaining a 5star rating requires vigorous attention to detail. Having said that, the location of the loft was spot-on to all that happens downtown. Close enough for an easy walk anywhere but far enough from the nightlife a good nights rest was easy. This was easily the cleanest place we’ve ever stayed and would highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James S.

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

Wilmington NC

beautiful place to stay … well equipped with lots of character and charm
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Caroline S.

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

Great location with a great balcony!

Fully equipped with everything you need and plenty of space! The balcony was absolutely cool, especially for the St. Patrick's Day oarade! Such a great location , can walk to everything Downtown.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David S.

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

Beautiful and cozy

Fantastic home, nice amenities, would recommend to a friend
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin C.

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

Incredible Location

The apartment was extremely nice and and it was convenient for walking to anywhere in the downtown area.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynn H.

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

Fun weekend getaway

Everything was in walking distance. The property was clean and beautiful!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie V.

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

Wonderful place and excellent host

This location is perfect for downtown but the condo is so nice you may not want to leave. The host was very helpful and responded to all of my messages promptly. Definitely a trip to remember.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JOHN W.

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

Perfect location

We loved staying at this property. The owner was great, location also great, near shops, bars and riverside. It is also very comfortable and tastefully decorated. Could not recommend this highly enough.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

bob k.

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

Right in town

Good time. Nice place.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Victoria Y.

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

Great spot right downtown!

We had an excellent time staying at this spot. The location is great, so close to bars, restaurants, shopping, and the riverfront. It’s very spacious and dog friendly, which can be hard to find. The property manager was easy to coordinate with and helpful. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gerard R.

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

Great apartment

Hung out with my daughter for a weekend, visiting her at college. Great apartment. Walking distance to tons of restaurants etc Host was great. Communication flawless. Apartment fantastic for us. Sofas and Netflix and comfortable rooms Strongly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aaron M.

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

Great spot close to all the hits!

Can’t go wrong w this stay. Easy parking. Seamless check-in. Right next to the Riverwalk. All kinds of amenities in the space and the balcony on Front St is a great place to people watch w a drink. Definitely recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chip K.

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

Business Comference

Came to Wilmington for a conference at the convention center. Rather than stay at one of the local hotels my colleague and I rented the two bedroom two bath apartment. It was wonderful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

lisa m.

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

Lovely time

This place was darling. Up to date, dog friendly, cozy, quaint, safe, quiet but not tooo quiet because you could step out on the balcony and watch the lively night life down below. We were there for a wedding on Orange street a few blocks away and Ubers were plentiful . The weather was perfect for august, it was wonderful. Thank you !
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christian R.

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

Awesome location and experience

If you want to be a part of downtown Wilmington look no further. Just steps from great places to eat and drink and places for the family to go to as well (Riverwalk, children’s museum, etc). The host was extremely flexible and communicated so efficiently. The loft was very spacious and even had a nice balcony to oversee the street. When we go back to Wilmington this will be the first place we look to see if available.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy S.

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

Charming Wilmington Condo with Balcony

Very spacious, second floor condo with balcony. The host was very thoughtful in all the little things you would need while away from home. Very comfortable living room furniture and tv subscriptions with all the channels needed for watching college football. We spent our mornings drinking coffee and evenings with a cocktail out on the balcony, our favorite spot. Coffee shop, Java Dog, around the corner and could easily walk to our favorite restaurants — Copper Penny, PinPoint, Circa, and Basic. One of the cleanest VRBOs we’ve stayed in and would definitely book again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin M.

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

Never thought I’d do this . . .

. . . but I’m giving my first PERFECT rating for a vacation stay. This place was IDEAL. A prime location in the midst of the best downtown Wilmington has to offer, within easy walking distance AP of shops, restaurants, pubs & the waterfront. Absolutely loved the old building architecture but equipped with modern & stylish updates. High ceilings, old wood flooring plus with a balcony overlooking the street. A bonus was the Downtown Riverfront Festival, so we could wander up and down the vendor booths, taking purchases back to the apartment and enjoy a glass of wine while people watching. Emanula was a great host, communicating timely and responsive to questions. We’ve stayed in lots of rentals before, but this one is hands down my favorite. Visiting Wilmington was on a whim, but we’re definitely coming back and won’t consider staying anywhere else!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

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