The Yak Shack: Carriage House in Historic District - 4 blocks from Riverwalk

Guesthouse in Wilmington, near Riverwalk

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Carriage House - "The Yak Shack"
Carriage House - "The Yak Shack"
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
NZ$182
avg per night

Explore the area

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  • Place, Riverwalk
  • Place, Wilmington Convention Center
  • Place, Battleship North Carolina
  • Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchenette
The current price is NZ$182
avg per night

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About the area

Wilmington

Located in Wilmington, this guesthouse is in the city centre. 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. Kayaking and waterskiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and cycling nearby.

What's nearby

  • Riverwalk - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Cape Fear Community College - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Wilmington Convention Center - 3 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Battleship North Carolina - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Live Oak Bank Pavilion - 3 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪On Thyme - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Hidden Grounds Coffee - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Elijah's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Concorde Espresso Bar - ‬10 min walk

About this property

The Yak Shack: Carriage House in Historic District - 4 blocks from Riverwalk

Overview:

Keep it simple at this peaceful and centrally-located carriage house in the heart of historic Wilmington. Recently constructed, clean and tastefully designed in a quiet area just 4 walkable blocks from the river and all that downtown has to offer. Nestled under a giant Live Oak, this cozy studio will make you feel like you're staying in a treehouse. Included is an efficiency kitchenette, full bath, high-speed WIFI, 60" flat screen TV w/ streaming, premium bedding and packed with other essentials.

Location:

The newly built guest house is in the Historic District of downtown Wilmington which allows you the modern conveniences inside while taking a stroll through the past outside. Set behind the main home on a street lined with Live Oaks, Palm Trees, Jasmine, Oleander and Azaleas, it includes a studio floorplan with a full bath and kitchenette. The property is within the Historic District boundaries, so guests immediately take a step back in time once outside with many of the local houses dating back to the early-mid 19th Century.

Access:

Full access to carriage house for duration of stay. Contact-free, keyless entry ensures you can come and go as you please with no need to worry about keys.

Local Attractions:

The property is 2 blocks from the Castle Street Arts District and 4 blocks from the famous Wilmington Riverwalk, restaurants and bars. 15 minute drive from Wrightsville Beach and 25 minute drive from Carolina Beach.

Wedding Venues:
- Station Number 2 – 5 min walk
- The Atrium – 10 min walk
- Bakery 105 – 10 min walk
- The Elia – 20 min walk
- Wrightsville Manor – 20 min drive

Entertainment:
- Downtown Wilmington Riverwalk, Restaurants and Bars – 10 min walk
- Castle Street Arts District – 5 min walk
- Soda Pop District – 15 min walk
- Cargo District – 5 min drive
- Wilson Center – 5 min drive
- Live Oak Bank Pavillion – 5 min drive
- Airlie Gardens – 15 min drive
- Wrightsville Beach – 15 min drive
- Carolina Beach – 25 min drive

Restaurants:
- Castle Street Kitchen – 5 min walk
- Jester's Cafe – 5 min walk
- Rx Chicken & Oysters – 5 min walk
- Olivero – 10 min walk
- Pilot House – 10 min walk
- Tarantelli's – 10 min walk
- Rooster & Crow – 10 min walk
- Front Street Brewery – 15 min walk
- Savorez – 15 min walk
- The Copper Penny – 20 min walk

Ice Cream:
- Wandering Cone – 15 min walk
- Kilwins Ice Cream, Chocolate & Fudge – 15 min walk
- Gelarto – 15 min walk
- Boombalatti's – 5 min drive

Coffee Shops:
- Luna Caffe Roasters – 5 min walk
- Maroon Monkey Coffee – 10 min walk
- Concorde Espresso Bar – 10 min walk
- Hidden Grounds – 10 min walk
- Ibis Coffee & Cocktails – 15 min walk

Bars & Breweries:
- Good Lie Mini-Golf and Bar – 5 min walk
- Bowstring Burgers & Brewyard – 15 min walk
- Rebellion – 15 min walk
- Ponysaurus Brewing Co. – 15 min walk
- Prost Biergarten – 15 min walk

Grocery Stores:
- Food Lion – 6 min drive
- Harris Teeter – 9 min drive
- Whole Foods – 9 min drive
- Trader Joe’s – 12 min drive

Amenities

Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Parking available

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 13–17
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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

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
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
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

Frequently asked questions

Is The Yak Shack: Carriage House in Historic District - 4 blocks from Riverwalk pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Yak Shack: Carriage House in Historic District - 4 blocks from Riverwalk?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Yak Shack: Carriage House in Historic District - 4 blocks from Riverwalk?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Yak Shack: Carriage House in Historic District - 4 blocks from Riverwalk located?

Located in Wilmington Historic District, this guesthouse is within a 15-minute walk of Latimer House and Riverwalk. Bellamy Mansion Museum and Children's Museum of Wilmington are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

The Yak Shack: Carriage House in Historic District - 4 blocks from Riverwalk Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 71 out of 73 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 73 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 73 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 73 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 73 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Laurie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and nicely decorated … nearby the river walk and convenient to all Wilmington has to offer!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chuck & Karen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very attractive and clean room. Super convenient for walking to the Wilmington river front. Nice neighborhood.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sherry H.

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

Downtown Wilmington at the Yak Shack

Was a great location. Walking distance to downtown, river, restaurants. Hosts were very accommodating to our needs. Will stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Krishna P.

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

Perfect location comfortable stay!

Clean and comfortable guest house, would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

John M.

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

Anniversary

The property was great and the host was very prompt with communication.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Derek B.

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

Great Property

The Yal Shak was the perfect accommodation for our trip. Ryan and Brittany were great hosts. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy d.

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

The Yak Shack

The cleanliness and comfortability of the property were amazing, definitely going to stay here next time!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jillian S.

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

Amazing!!

The Yak Shack was perfect! It was clean, charming, and had everything we needed. Brittany and Ryan were incredibly accommodating and wonderful hosts. The location is excellent, within walking distance to downtown. I highly recommend and will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Madison L.

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

Perfect place, just what we needed!

Had a great weekend trip to Wilmington / Wrightsville beach during our stay at the Yak Shack! Brittany and Ryan were very attentive hosts and sent us lots of recommendations for the area (since it was our first time visiting Wilmington). The place was clean and cute, just what we needed for the weekend getaway! Will definitely be returning :)
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

mark n.

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

Immaculate accomodation

Very clean and well appointed Lodging. Short walk to Riverwalk and Downtown. Brittany and Ryan were polite and accommodating. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Monica Y.

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

Yak Back

Brittany & Ryan were great hosts. Within walking distance to the Riverwalk, great restaurants & shops. Very clean and neat, had everything you need. Definitely will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alyson F.

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

We Love the Yak Shack!!

Thank you for a wonderful home away from home in Wilmington! The carriage house is perfect…from the most cozy bed ever to the most lovely decor! The location is so convenient to downtown, and the drive to Wrightsville Beach is 15 minutes. The property manager is amazing!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christina S.

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

A++++ property

We loved our stay there. Close to everything. This is a beautiful property. The owners were perfect. It has everything you need down to shampoo, conditioner, and coffee. I would totally stay there again. The bed was extra cozy also. Recommend A++++++
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Keeping Wilmington Weird Fest

Property was exactly as stated. Very cute, tucked back off the main road. Decor was so cute, cow theme, adorable! Clean, clean, clean, did I mention CLEAN! Parking too! Very quiet. The hosts provide a ton of extras, snacks, bottled water, tons of toiletries, games, streaming networks. Fully stocked kitchenette for anything you might need. Bed super comfy and linens were extra nice! Hosts are available for anything needed, but provide privacy if not needed. Great stay! Highly recommend this place and I’ll be back for future stays! Great little place with great hosts!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn H., Chapel Hill, NC, US

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

Just so lovely

5 stars across the board. We had such a lovely Wilmington weekend getaway at the Yak Shack. Brittany and Ryan were wonderfully helpful and responsive, and the accommodations were just right. So comfortable and impeccably clean. Thanks so much!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Molly L., Philadelphia, PA

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

Adorable apartment in the Historic district

The Yak Shack was perfect for a weekend in Wilmington. The location in the historic district is perfect to walk to Water Street and enjoy the river front and Front street with great restaurants and night life. Right around the corner is the fun and hip Castle Street with restaurants, cafes, and vintage shops. The apartment itself is beautifully decorated with a king sized bed, lovely bathroom, and everything you could need for your stay. The hosts, Brittany and Ryan were very friendly responsive to questions. We would definitely stay here again and recommend to our friends and family.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cyndi F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
One of the nicest places we have stayed. Attention to detail to make sure you had all you would need. Clean, fresh and the most comfortable bed. The neighborhood was perfect for walking to the waterfront and all the great restaurants and cafes. This is a gem!
Great little kitchen for coffee
River walk downtown Wilmington
Most comfortable bed!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The carriage house is beautifully furnished and decorated. It’s close to the riverfront in a quiet neighborhood. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allison H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute place and just the right size for myself and my husband. Loved being in walking distance to the riverfront so minimal driving while there. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely, clean, quiet, conveniently located, comfortable, well appointed upsairs loft. Limited hot water for showering for some reason. Would recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is one of our favorite places we have stayed in. We will definitely stay again in the future.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

L W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We just completed our second visit to Ryan and Brittany's Yak Shack and could not be more pleased with our stay. The property is charming, comfortable, and immaculate. We highly recommend the Yak Shack for travelers visiting Wilmington and desiring lodging in/near the downtown historic section. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kinkaid N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really cozy and close to everything
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terry F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Highly recommend! Great hosts and great area.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brock M.

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

Yak Shack

The Yak Shack met all of our expectations for a weekend getaway. The location was great with convenient walking distance from downtown, clean, quiet, and cozy. Brittany and Ryan were quick to respond to any questions we had and were very accommodating. We will definitely recommend this place to others, and hope to stay again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025