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New pet-friendly 1BR/1BA Historic District carriage house 4 blocks to riverwalk

Riverside apartment with kitchen and patio

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Exterior of Carriage House Apartment
Apartment entry on second floor up exterior staircase
Queen sized pull-out sofa bed
Living area with 4 person dining set, leather chair, TV with streaming services
Living area with queen sofa bed, 4 person dining set, full kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 446.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Wilmington, NC
  • Place, Riverwalk
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Wilmington Convention Center
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Battleship North Carolina
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

New pet-friendly 1BR/1BA Historic District carriage house 4 blocks to riverwalk

Welcome to Butterfly Hideaway! Located beneath the live oaks of historic downtown Wilmington, above a bed of butterfly bushes and jasmine, this brand new 1 bedroom 1 bath carriage house apartment is 4 blocks from the Cape Fear riverwalk and 2 blocks to the Castle Street Arts District, located on a quiet block, and convenient to all local attractions. This well appointed carriage house unit features a 55" flat screen TV with streaming apps, high speed Wi-Fi, full kitchen with dishwasher, Keurig with complimentary coffee, tea, and and hot chocolate, dining area, premium bedding, and all the essentials for a comfortable stay. Living room includes a pull-out queen sofa bed with comfortable memory foam mattress. Stocked with board games and puzzles. Located behind the main home, the upstairs carriage house apartment has contact-free, keyless access. Wake up to beautiful views of church steeples before exploring the historic district with wonderful restaurants, craft breweries, and antique dealers, or venturing out to nearby beaches and wineries (stocked with beach towels and chairs). And bonus - the apartment is dog friendly for bringing along your fur baby (dog towels and some treats provided!) Whether you are visiting for concerts at Live Oak Pavilion, one of many local arts or craft festivals, a show at the Wilson Center or Historic Thalian Hall, a wedding, family reunion, or a weekend getaway, this is the place for you! Park the car and enjoy all of walkable downtown Wilmington and the Historic District. Find us on Instagram @butterflyhideaway ! If you need more room, check out our neighbor’s place next door, The Yak Shack!

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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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 (limit 2 total)
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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
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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Wilmington

Located in Wilmington Historic District, a neighbourhood in Wilmington, this apartment is near theme parks and on a river. 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. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Wilmington, NC

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

Frequently asked questions

Is New pet-friendly 1BR/1BA Historic District carriage house 4 blocks to riverwalk pet-friendly?

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

What time is check-in at New pet-friendly 1BR/1BA Historic District carriage house 4 blocks to riverwalk?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at New pet-friendly 1BR/1BA Historic District carriage house 4 blocks to riverwalk?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is New pet-friendly 1BR/1BA Historic District carriage house 4 blocks to riverwalk located?

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

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Susan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful clean carriage house conveniently located to restaurants, beach and shops. We really enjoyed our stay in this lovely spot.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
very clean. nicely decorated. enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rick A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was perfect. Second time we were here and it was just at good as the first time if not better. Clean room, brought our dog and was like he was at home. Restaurants, shops, and bars are all in walking distance. The room was meticulously clean and all the amenities you can think of. I travel a lot for work and this room is much better than any hotel and by far the best VRBO I have stayed at.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great apartment and location. So cosy and comfortable and very well equipped. Lots thoughtful touches supplied. Very fast communication with hosts. Would love to come back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randall J.

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

Loved this place!

Amazing atmosphere, got a lot of things in walking distance and the view is amazing! We will definitely be coming back to stay here
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa C.

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

Amazing place

We had a great stay. The hosts thought of everything to provide an enjoyable experience. Hope to stay again soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

JoAnn B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The accommodations were wonderful, the property is pristine and welcoming. Every part of the carriage house shows how much thought and care they put into making guest feel comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Derek W.

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

Great Stay

A nice and very clean space in a quiet neighborhood that is conveniently located close to downtown.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Grecia C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Neat and organized love it!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Todd H.

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

Butterfly Hideaway

Clrsn and cozy. I wish we could have stayed longer!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tyia C.

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

Weekend getaway

This place is pristine, in a convenient location for enjoying historic Wilmington, and provides anything you might need for a getaway with a pooch in tow. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joel P.

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

Great Hideaway

We had a great 4-night stay at Butterfly Hideaway. The neighborhood is very quiet but close to restaurants, stores, the riverfront and historical sites. We found this place perfect for us and our little dog. Would stay again if we’re in Wilmington again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl D.

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

Wonderful! On our Favorites List!

My husband and I loved staying here! The place is immaculate and lovely. We’ve never stayed at a VRBO that was so thoughtfully appointed and configured as a guest house for both humans and dogs. The neighborhood is lovely, great for walking, and so close to the Boardwalk area. Thanks to Bobby and Wayne!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carrie F.

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

Amazing gem a stones throw away from the Historic District

Had a wonderful four-nite time stay at the carriage house run by Wayne and Bobby. They thought of every little detail to make our stay worry free. The kitchen was fully equipped, the beds extremely comfortable, and there were even toiletries in case we forgot something as well as bones and doggie bags for our pups.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colby V.

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

Butterfly Hideaway

Cute, hidden property in a quiet neighborhood. Hosta were very nice and friendly. Close to downtown and very central to all the OTH locations. Recommend for future stays
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy M.

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

So perfect!

This was a wonderful place to stay! So clean and the hosts had so many thoughtful touches… we felt so welcome and comfortable. Bed was super comfortable and everything was spotless. And so convenient to the riverfront!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chad B.

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

Great spot in Wilmington!

Wayne’s place was great! Perfect distance from downtown, super clean and great host!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place, location and host!

Our children stayed here with their 2 dogs over Thanksgiving break while we celebrated with family in the area. The carriage house was immaculate, cozy, well stocked and in a great walking distance to downtown and the riverfront area. The host was very gracious to allow earlier check-in and the opportunity to stay a little longer past check out if needed be. I would definitely recommend this property!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christina L.

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

Wonderful Stay! Highly Recommended

We had a fantastic experience at this property! From the moment we arrived, we were impressed by how clean, well-maintained, and beautifully decorated everything was. The location was perfect – close to local attractions but still quiet and peaceful. We also appreciated the little touches, like extra towels, toiletries, and the variety of board games for a night in. Overall, this property exceeded our expectations, and we would absolutely stay here again. Highly recommend it to anyone looking for a comfortable hassle-free getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim S.

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

Perfect weekend getaway!

Located on a quiet street in the historic district, the Carriage house is a short walk to the boardwalk and restaurants. The house was very clean and perfect for a couples get-a-way. Beaches, Fort Fisher and other attractions are a short drive. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tennant G.

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

Great location and place!

This living space above the garage was awesome! Very well kept, easy to access and very comfortable. Definitely recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bridgett D.

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

Butterfly Cottage

Great location, beautiful cottage, and everything that you need for a great stay. I will be back
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

paige m.

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

Birthday Getaway

Wayne and Bobby were responsive and attentive to all communications, creating an easy check in/out process. They provided amazing information regarding the neighborhood and some fantastic food/drink recommendations! We loved the space and all the extras and thoughtful touches included!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Seth C.

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

Great place a for a weekend trip with a partner

My girlfriend and I (and our beagle!) had a great time staying her over Labor Day weekend. The rooms were clean and comfortable and it’s just a short drive from downtown and the beach. Hosts were very responsive and friendly. Overall, we had a great stay here!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott C.

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

Short stay for live music

The property was exactly as advertised. House was beautiful. Layout was perfect for my wife and I. Wayne, Bobby and Chase were very neci. . If we ever need to stay downtown Wilmington again we would stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

About the host

Hosted by Wayne Williams

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Bobby & Wayne moved to Wilmington in 2021 after living in Washington, DC for over 25 years. We are avid travelers - particularly Europe. We’ve found that great stays can help make trips more memorable! So we want you to have a relaxing, wonderful stay.

Why they chose this property

We were attracted by the small town charm of Wilmington's historic district that reminds us of our Capitol Hill neighborhood in Washington without the congestion and traffic! History around every corner coupled with great restaurants, museums, historic homes, the Riverwalk, theaters, and concerns at Live Oak Pavilion - all within walking distance!

What makes this property unique

Tastefully decorated with premium bedding and all the conveniences of home. We've tried to include everything to make your stay more enjoyable. Plus, dog-friendly! As dog-parents, we understand the challenges of finding pet-friendly travel accommodations, especially for large dogs. So, we wanted to create a space that was welcoming of the entire family including your fur baby!

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English

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