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Heart of Downtown - Front/Market Street

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Living area
Living area

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% based on
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 255.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Kitchenette
Dining area

About this property

Heart of Downtown - Front/Market Street

Welcome to Momentum Loft!

Our second floor condo overlooks the hustle & bustle of a busy and vibrant downtown Wilmington. Located in the busy intersection of Front and Market Street, the condo is footsteps away from shopping, dining, entertainment and attractions. Our location is a convenient stroll down the Riverwalk to Live Oak Bank Pavilion, Wilmington Convention Center and downtown wedding venues. Our block boasts storefront shopping full of retail, restaurants, deserts, and even an Irish Pub next door.

Our guests can expect the usual city noise. There are no clubs on this section of the block that play loud bass through the night. The Irish Pub next door does have 2 outdoors speakers that play music at a tolerable level until 2am. The living room is in the front of the condo to enjoy a bird’s eye view of what’s happening on the streets below. The bedroom is in the back of the unit eliminating a significant amount of the street noise.

Once you get downtown you don’t need your car anymore because you can walk everywhere. Our guests usually park in the City of Wilmington’s Market Street Parking Deck (behind the buildings across the street). The parking deck is pay by the hour or 14.00 all day if you don’t leave the deck. We offer premium parking in our private space on the ground level with unlimited exit/entry for 15.00 a day. It’s not included in the price of the stay because half of our guests travel to Wilmington by air and don’t need parking. If you are interested in premium parking, just let us know after you book. We will also ask when we send the check-in information on the morning of your stay.

Have an amazing time in Wilmington!

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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 23
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
We are not setup to accommodate children.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
No pets allowed. No exceptions.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking, including smoking with window open.
No Pets are allowed. No exceptions.

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 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

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Wilmington

Located in Downtown Wilmington, a neighbourhood in Wilmington, this condo is near theme parks and near a water park. City Stage Theatre and Wilmington Railroad Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Children's Museum of Wilmington and Riverfront Park. 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. Jet skiing, kayaking and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
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Wilmington, NC

What's nearby

  • Riverwalk - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Cape Fear Community College - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Wilmington Convention Center - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College - 13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Slice of Life - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Hell's Kitchen - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Kilwin's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Blue Post Billiards - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Front Street Brewery - ‬1 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Heart of Downtown - Front/Market Street pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Heart of Downtown - Front/Market Street?

As of 17 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Heart of Downtown - Front/Market Street on 5 May 2026 start from NZ$248, 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 Heart of Downtown - Front/Market Street?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Heart of Downtown - Front/Market Street?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Heart of Downtown - Front/Market Street?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Heart of Downtown - Front/Market Street located?

Located in Downtown Wilmington, this condo building is within a 5-minute walk of City Stage Theatre and Riverwalk. Burgwin-Wright House and Cape Fear River are also within 5 minutes.

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. 114 out of 127 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 127 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 127 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 127 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Philip H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host handled everything promptly and made things simple and easy.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Seth W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Instructions on features and amenities were clear and well communicated.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great host! Great location downtown! Definitely will stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terra M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location! I was there to go wedding dress shopping with my daughter and since her apartment was full, I opted to stay downtown where I could walk every where! The place had a great vibe and was perfect more me traveling alone. Is there noise from the street at night, sure but it didn’t bother me much at all. It was clean and had everything I needed for a short stay. I would definitely stay there again. Hunter was very responsive!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Blake S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and a cozy place to rest. Loved our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pat D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay if you want to be downtown Wilmington. Very convenient and just about everything is in walking distance.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rick V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hunter was great, check in and out was smooth. The location was perfect, right in the middle of everything which is where I wanted to be. If I had a complaint it would be noise that comes through from business in basement (the price ya pay for staying downtown. I would absolutely book this location again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing hosts!!! Great communication, flexibility and knowledge of the area. Hunter gave us some great food and drink suggestions (don’t forget to stop by the distillery below the loft). Easy check-in, super safe area, steps from anything you could need, and all the basics amenities you need are in the apartment. Good sized place and didn’t feel cramped. Plenty of room to recharge after walking all over downtown Wilmington. Thanks again and hope to be back soon!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We found out first hand why the reviews were so positive. Great people to deal with and the place was perfect! If you’re looking for a place to stay while touring Wilmington, this is it!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laurie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed our weekend in Wilmington. The apartment was in a great location, everything was clean and the host is a wonderful guy who answered all our questions. Try out the local business underneath the apartment: momentum distillery. Very cool!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paigeld L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Delightful property and a great location. The owners were attentive and very easy to work with. And, most importantly to me, it was very clean!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
I loved the loft and its location. It was very comfortable and the size was perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eddie K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Was here for the Ironman. 2nd stay at this place. It’s perfect. Great location. Reserve parking available. Great owner communication. Will be. Ack for sure.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly S.

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

Great location

Walking distance to all the restaurants in downtown Wilmington. Great for a weekend getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ioanis N.

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

Perfect Location, great hosts

From parking to the location this was perfect. Comfortable bed, place to work from and overall location made this perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shelley B.

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

Fabulous Property

This place couldn’t be more amazing! It was incredibly clean, super comfortable, and so convenient. I will definitely be staying here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew M.

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

Birthday trip

Overall great stay. Very continently located to plenty of food and shopping. Space was clean and well maintained
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hank B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place, as well as the hosts, were amazing. It's such a great location and the place itself was cute and very comfortable. Everything was very clean and in good working condition. If you're going to be coming and going I would highly recommend paying for their parking pass. I'll definitely be booking here again for my future trips to Wilmington.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

chris r.

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

Great stay

Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

luis h.

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

Birthday Getaway

Great location. Very clean. Nice space to get away. Owner responded quickly to our texts and gave great directions. It rained but we still had a nice time hanging out in the condo.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel O.

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

Great location, great host

Incredible location for anyone who wants to enjoy downtown Wilmington.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashley B.

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

Awesome

This place for perfect for a nice little girls weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Wonderful trip, the owners are wonderful, quick to respond with an issues (only issue I had was road closures due to a festival, nothing they did) but they were to quick to help with alternate directions etc. would definitely stay again
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maile A.

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

Great location, great hosts!

If you are looking for a really fun place to stay in downtown Wilmington, this place is the best. It's the perfect size, the hosts areawesome and super easy to work with
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marissa B.

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

Great place

Place is clean and in a nice spot of town. You can walk to everything pretty much. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

About the host

Hosted by Hunter Ford

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A humble surf shop owner.

Why they chose this property

In May of 2008, my wife and I opened Momentum Surf and Skate in downtown Wilmington at 5 North Front Street. I was running a fine dining restaurant at 114 Market Street called Deluxe and the Front Street building I had my eye on came up for rent! We wasted no time and leased the space without any plan or funding, just a dream! Our new business flourished and we decided in 2011 to renovate our upstairs surfboard gallery back into an apartment for our visiting friends. Our friendship base grew quickly when everyone realized how cool our little downtown condo was so we had to get organized with a calendar and a way for people to help us pay the bills. Now VRBO handles all of that for us!

What makes this property unique

We are in the middle of the hustle & bustle and downtown Wilmington is beautiful all 4 seasons of the year! Immerse yourself in the culture and tastings of the Port City and celebrate the life you deserve!

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