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Living area
Dining
Interior
Bathroom
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Games
    A rare find - enjoy a variety of games available on-site.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Wilmington, NC
  • Place, Ogden Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, University of North Carolina at Wilmington
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Riverwalk
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Living Room 1

1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Outdoor play area

About this property

Adorable Two Bedroom Cottage Guesthouse (2 Story)

Charming two-story loft guest house with 2 bedrooms upstairs with a study area. Downstairs a great room with a kitchen and dining. Bathroom with a private screened-in porch and front deck. Wrap around deck. Only a 7 min drive to beach and a walk away from a lake where you can fish and do small boating. Lake has trails for family and dogs along with playgrounds for kids

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 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 3 total
$40 per animal per stay up to 3 pets per booking.
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
25 dollars for extra pet

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3016306vb
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Wilmington

Located in Wilmington, this cottage is on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Wrightsville Beach and Surf City Beach, while Live Oak Bank Pavilion and Battleship North Carolina are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Trask Coliseum, or consider a night out at Fermental Beer & Wine. Kayaking and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and mountain biking nearby.
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Wilmington, NC

What's nearby

  • Ogden Park - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • University of North Carolina at Wilmington - 7 min drive - 8.4 km
  • Riverwalk - 12 min drive - 15.5 km
  • Live Oak Bank Pavilion - 12 min drive - 15.4 km
  • Battleship North Carolina - 15 min drive - 18.0 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Complex Bean - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Adorable Two Bedroom Cottage Guesthouse (2 Story) pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total).

How much is parking at Adorable Two Bedroom Cottage Guesthouse (2 Story) ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Adorable Two Bedroom Cottage Guesthouse (2 Story) ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Adorable Two Bedroom Cottage Guesthouse (2 Story) ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Adorable Two Bedroom Cottage Guesthouse (2 Story) located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Ogden Park and 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Seven Mile Post. University of North Carolina at Wilmington and Fermental Beer & Wine are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 46 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 46 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 46 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 46 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 46 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The owners were amazing and very friendly. Property was very clean and conveniently located.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 10 May 2026
Thanks for your kind review. You and your family are welcome anytime we are available. They were all so nice.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cari F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute little bungalow. Host was very accommodating. Even had fresh fruit and muffin, with some items stocked in the fridge as well. With stay here again if we are in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 12 May 2026
Thanks Carl for your review. I really appreciate it. You and your family were a pleasure to host.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The guest cottage is super cute! Richard met us at check in to give us a tour! He even provided some fruit and breakfast items to get our stay started. He was quick to answer when I had any questions. It’s a quick drive to downtown Wilmington and an easy drive to the beach! The cottage was clean and well stocked with everything we needed to get our stay started
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 3 June 2026
Thanks Heather for your review. Your were great guests and you are welcome to stay anytime we are available.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julia S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was very well stocked!! Lots of complemetary food...WOW! It was clean and comfortable. Warning: Low ceilings...I am 5'0" and could touch them, so if you are super tall, you may have an issue. The host was very plesant.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 28 May 2026
Thanks Julia for you review. It is very appreciated. That’s just in one area the ceiling is lower. Not the complete cottage.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tricia T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was absolutely wonderful. Our hosts were great we wanted for nothing, everything we needed was there plus our hosts even had fresh fruit, coffee, tea, and breakfast variety of food in the fridge for us. The cottage is very nice, has everything you could want and very clean. Great outdoor screened in porch to sit day or evening. And yes we were close to any and everything we needed to be!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 March 2026
Thank you Tricia for your lovely flowers and card. You were one of. the most thoughtful and wonderful guest we’ve had. Thank you for your review also.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Richard is the best host! He had the place stocked with breakfast items like I’ve never seen at a vacation rental before. The place looked brand new. I thought we were the first guests. I will definitely stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 8 March 2026
It was a pleasure hosting you and your Mom.Y’all deserved the hospitality. Thanks
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage is super cute and the hosts are wonderful! I highly recommend and plan to stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 October 2025
Rebecca you were the most amazing guest. You are welcome anytime we’re available. Thanks for your review and support
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hailey F.

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

Great trip!

The homeowner was very nice and welcoming :-)
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 July 2025
Thanks Hailey for your review it is appreciated
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly G.

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

Adorable cottage

The overall ammenenities were awesome. We had a great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 25 April 2025
Thank you Kelly for the flowers. You and Don are awesome. Hope to see you all again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jim f.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Richard and Faith went out of their way to make our stay enjoyable! Very gracious people!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Douglas R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice place. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William S.

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

Short family get away

Very quaint and clean house. The owner was extremely friendly. The host family even provided breakfast items in our refrigerator for our stay. We will definitely stay here again if we make it back to Wilmington. Thank you for a great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 August 2025
Thanks William for your review. You were very clean guest. You are definitely welcome to stay again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael C.

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

Great Stay!

Convenient location, close to beach and city. Hosts were great, the place was clean and well stocked. Would stay again :)
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

M A.

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

Thankful for Richard’s hospitality

This little cottage was perfect for us to stay close by to our son’s home during the holidays. Everything was wonderful!!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 4 December 2024
Thank you Mary for your review . It was a pleasure hosting you all. You are to certainly welcome to come again
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Neal K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Richard was a wonderful host and very responsive. He met us upon arrival and showed us around. The cottage was clean and well stocked. It is located in a residential area but it is only 15-20 minutes from them beach (depending on traffic) and a similar distance from downtown wilmington. A big thumbs up!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 September 2025
Thank you Neal for your review. It was a pleasure to host you and your family. You are welcome anytime we are available.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sviatlana W.

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

Excellent Stay!!

Enjoyed our time, very pleasant place. Everything was well organized and equipped. Owners are very nice. Highly recommend this cottage!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 22 June 2023
Thank you Sviatlana. It was a pleasure hosting your stay In Wilmington. You are welcome to come back anytime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joseph S.

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

Weekend visit to Wilmington

Very nice property. The Host Richard was very accommodating to our needs. The place is very clean and conveniently located. Looking forward to returning here!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 14 August 2024
Thanks Joseph for your review. You are definitely always welcome when we’re available
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard E.

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

Owners were friendly and helpful.

The house is in a convenient location, neighborhood is quiet. There is a dog park close by, easy to get in and out of location.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 July 2023
Thanks for your review Rich. Hope to see you again and y’all were a pleasure to host.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa K.

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

Everything you need and location

This is a great location, very convenient to airport, UNCW, and Wrightsville Beach, restaurants and shopping. Quiet neighborhood great driveway parking for one car and plenty of street parking. The host is very hospitable and he has thought of absolutely everything one could need on travel!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 30 September 2024
Thank Lisa for your review and patronage. Happy you enjoyed your stay.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christina B.

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

Wonderful trip

The rental is a charming guest cottage with all amenities and a screened in porch. It was very comfortable and in a nice neighborhood. Convenient location close to many restaurants, parks and public beach access. The property owners were so wonderful and very accommodating. I would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 7 September 2024
Thank you Christina for your review. You are welcome anytime it’s available
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Quinton

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This place was very nice and spacious. The house also came fully loaded with essential food items - what a bonus.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nikki B.

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

Beach trip

Richard was the ultimate host...kind and helpful. His cottage was just the perfect size for our vacation.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shanna M.

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

Home away home

This guest home is cute! Richard was attentive and very welcoming. This property is a hidden treasure minutes from shopping, the beach and parks!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 9 August 2023
Thank you Shannon. You are welcome anytime both you and your nice family.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kaotic K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Richard and Faye were phenomenal! The hospitality was out of this world! They provided us a tour of the cottage, explained expectations regarding the property, as well as leg us know where we could walk put 2 month old puppy. This was an EXTREMELY great experience. This is my second time staying at and an air b and b and my partners first time, it was a great experience. The cottage was located on their property, the owners gave us pir privacy while checking in periodically. We DEFINITELY will stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 July 2025
Thank you for your review. Y’all were excellent guests and are welcome anytime time we are available
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert S.

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

Clean, accommodating, and close to everything

Richatd was very detailed about everything when checking in and even had muffins waiting for us,we were traveling woth our boxer and standard poodle so we loved there was a park within walking distance, and it is pretty close to downtown wilmington and local beaches. Pwrfect for a weekend getaway in wilmington if you have dogs and dont care about staying right on a beach
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 September 2024
Thank you Robert for you review. It was a pleasure hosting your stay.

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