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Cargo District - Experience Wilmington Like a Local

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Exterior detail
Property grounds
Living area
Private kitchen
Vanity was hand made from an old Franklin sewing machine table

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Wilmington, NC
  • Place, Cape Fear Museum
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Bellamy Mansion Museum
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Riverwalk
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Living Room 1

1 Single Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Cargo District - Experience Wilmington Like a Local

From the front porch swing to the repurposed sewing machine vanity this baby blue bungalow is packed with charm and comfort. As much as you may want to relax in the backyard all day, I highly recommend exploring the area. Within a half-mile radius you will find beautiful historic homes, 2 county parks and numerous local restaurants, bottle shops, and a local distillery which offers live music on the weekends. For the relaxing evenings in there is a grocery store less than a mile away and the kitchen has all of the cooking utensils you will need. Feel free to listen to a vinyl in the collection on the record player, or you can visit Gravity Records just down the road to find your own gem. Also nearby are vintage thrift stores, the Downtown Riverwalk, and Independence Mall. Of course, it would be an injustice not to mention that the beach only a 15 minute commute. This home is perfect for an entertainment packed vacation, or a peaceful home away from home. Cleanliness and comfort is our top priority. Fresh linens, towels, and furniture covers will be provided with every stay.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 18

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: dogs and cats (limit 3 total)

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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Important information

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Property # 3178157vb
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

Carolina Place, a neighbourhood in Wilmington, is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Wrightsville Beach and Carolina Beach. 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.
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Wilmington, NC

What's nearby

  • Wilmington Oakdale Cemetery - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Cape Fear Museum - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Bellamy Mansion Museum - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Riverwalk - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts - 4 min drive - 3.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Fermental - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪On Thyme - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Checkers - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Mess Hall ILM - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪East Coast Seafood - ‬16 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Cargo District - Experience Wilmington Like a Local pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 3 total).

How much is parking at Cargo District - Experience Wilmington Like a Local?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cargo District - Experience Wilmington Like a Local?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cargo District - Experience Wilmington Like a Local?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cargo District - Experience Wilmington Like a Local located?

Located in Carolina Place, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Wilmington Oakdale Cemetery, Cape Fear Museum and Carolina Heights. Bellamy Mansion Museum and Latimer House are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 11 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jess F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home was exactly as described and pretty close to everything we wanted to see.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy W.

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

Cute place! Adorable yard!!

We would definitely stay here again!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nora H.

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

Great stay in Wilmington near everything!

Stayed at this sweet house with my friend and her dog for 2 nights; we attended a concert at Live Oak Bank and visited the beautiful beach! Such a great area. Wonderful distillery very short walk, and a cool record book shop, The Fuzzy Needle. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very cute property with everything you need to be comfortable during your stay. Close/walkable to interesting activities. The back yard with astroturf was really nice for the dogs to enjoy. Beds were very comfortable. Glad I chose this property and will keep it on my list for future trips to Wilmington and the beach.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Delanagrace C.

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

Great Stay for Exploring Wilmington & Nearby Beaches

My friends and I and our 3 dogs had a great stay here. The big fenced in back yard was such a great amenity to have. The check in process was very simple and straight forward. The location was in perfect proximity to downtown and even walking distance to breweries bars coffee shops etc. my only feedback is that the kitchen could have used more glasses/utensils. I would definitely recommend this place for people looking for a getaway to wilmington!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kortney P.

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

Absolutely wonderful home and location!

We enjoyed our stay so much! The house was beautiful and clean. The neighborhood was quiet yet friendly. The only issue we had which was no fault to host what so ever was the mosquitoes outside the house. We could not enjoy sitting outside because of that but maybe insect repellents would help! Overall we had a wonderful experience and would highly recommend this house to future guests!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sherry P.

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

The Baby Blue is charming

This is a charming cottage, very comfortable, clean and stylish. The host is very easy to communicate with. It was the perfect place to stay with my 4 legged family member, with a neighborhood and sidewalks for walks, a fenced backyard and a host who obviously loves dogs. It was so quick and easy to get downtown, but far enough away at night to have a peaceful sleep. And kudos to the water pressure in the shower! I reccommend checking out or should i say Checking In to The Baby Blue cottage.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah G.

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

Lovely place in a hip neighborhood

The Blue House is super cute. It was just enough space for 2 friends. The backyard is perfect for dogs with the fence, AstroTurf and dog bowls. It's very close to Ruff Draft - a dog bar which we went to several times. But we really enjoyed the even closer distillery which allows dogs indoors. You need to drive to the Cape fear district and out to the beach but it was a great location in the really trendy Cargo District. Would def stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim B.

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

Amazing stay!

Perfect little house for our small family and dogs. Everyone had a great time. Great location by some really cool spots. Loved being able to walk the dogs over to 'Ruff Draft' and get some of their energy out. They also really enjoyed the fully fenced yard. They did lots of sunbathing! Only a 20 minute drive from our favorite beach, Carolina beach and only 5 minutes from the river walk where we were able to charge our car and walk around to some beautiful sights and restaurants. Super clean and very friendly and responsive hosts. Loved all the dog art around the home! 10/10 recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tara S.

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

Great Location

My husband and I only stayed for 2 nights but were very impressed with this house. It has been completely remodeled and is beautiful inside and out. The fenced in back yard is perfect for dogs and/or hanging out enjoying the weather. The location was perfect for us also. It was within a 10 minute walk to a distillery, brewery and a fantastic grilled cheese restaurant. There were many other places to visit by walking too. We also drove to the USS North Carolina across the bridge. That took maybe 15 minutes. Everything we needed was close enough to walk or a very short drive. This property is not close enough to the nightlife downtown if you are wanting to walk, but is only a short drive. However, if you are looking for a quiet place to stay, this is it! This house was the perfect spot to sight see and relax at the same time. It was always quiet and serene. We will stay here again when visiting Wilmington.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nikki M.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

About the host

Your host

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Hi, My name is Tylor and I have been a real estate professional since 2016. My background is mainly in sales, however I have turned a focus towards investing over the past 5 years. I am very passionate about my fondness for Wilmington NC. I have lived in Wilmington since 2011, I graduated from UNCW in 2015, and to this day I still find new hidden gems that this city has to offer. Please reach out to me for any recommendations during your stay. I would be happy to help.

Why they chose this property

This home was renovated top to bottom, inside and out during the winter of 2021-2022. Updates include: roof, hvac system, all electrical, all plumbing, cabinets, floors, shower tile, appliances, backsplashes, astroturf back yard, and more. I rebuilt and designed this home to fit the vibrant character of the neighborhood, and downtown Wilmington from the bright exterior colors to the repurposed Franklin sewing machine that is now the bathroom vanity. All of the art in the home is made by local artists, or myself. The drop leaf kitchen table was refurbished specifically for this home. This home was viewed as more of an art project than an investment.

What makes this property unique

Location, Location, Location. This neighborhood has beautiful homes throughout, and sidewalks. As you venture you will find 2 city-maintained parks, and you will likely wonder your way into the End of Days Distillery, Mess Hall Burgers, or one of the popular shops in the Cargo District. Unique benefits specific to the house would be the fenced in astroturf backyard. The turf is beautiful year-round, pets love it, and it keeps dirt and sand at a minimum. Also, I highly recommend coffee on the front porch swing. Especially if there is a light rain. Perfect.
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