Adrift at The Cove Riverwalk Villas

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A deck with a view of a canal, a white sofa, wooden chairs, and a table.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a central island, and a dining area with white chairs.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a dining area with a wooden table and chairs, and a TV mounted on the wall.
A marina with docked boats, a row of buildings with balconies, and a calm water surface reflecting the structures.
A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and a bar area with stools.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Wake up on the waves
    A rare find — sleep on the water in this unique houseboat stay.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Riverwalk

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Washing machine
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Wilmington, NC
  • Place, Riverwalk
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Wilmington Convention Center
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Cape Fear Community College
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Office
Balcony

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About the area

Wilmington

Located on the waterfront, this houseboat is in Downtown Wilmington, a neighbourhood in Wilmington. Riverfront Park and Children's Museum of Wilmington are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Wrightsville Beach and Carolina Beach. Wilmington Railroad Museum and Brooklyn Arts Center at St. Andrews are also worth visiting.
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Map
Wilmington, NC

What's nearby

  • Riverwalk - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Wilmington Convention Center - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Cape Fear Community College - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Live Oak Bank Pavilion - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College - 7 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Brunch Thyme - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Java Dog Coffee House - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Copper Penny - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Eagle's Dare - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Marina Grill - ‬5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Adrift at The Cove Riverwalk Villas pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Adrift at The Cove Riverwalk Villas?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Adrift at The Cove Riverwalk Villas?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Adrift at The Cove Riverwalk Villas located?

Located in Downtown Wilmington, this houseboat is within a 15-minute walk of Riverwalk and Wilmington Convention Center. Cape Fear River and Cape Fear Community College are also within 10 minutes.

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. 17 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall, great stay!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The boathouse was beautiful and comfy!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely enjoyed the Adrift at the Cove. Clean rooms, great communication with the host, super convenient to all things Wilmington & the riverwalk. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Everything was OUTSTANDING!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, very nice facilities. Well stocked and comfortable. Host we very easy to communicate with and staff on site was helpful and friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really cool place. Plenty of room. Had 6 adults. Host very responsive. You can walk to everything. Will surely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location was within walking distance to tons of restaurants and shops! Loved the unique experience of staying on a houseboat! It was beautiful, spotless and spacious. The customer service was also outstanding!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Concert Trip

We love staying at the Cove. It's perfect for a family of 6 and was very clean and so different than being in a hotel. Booking is easy and so close to restaurants and Live Oak Pavilion.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful!!

The perfect place to stay for a concert!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Absolutely wonderful experience

Beautiful place with great views!! Very clean, fully furnished and the property managers and staff are kind, helpful and quick to respond. Lots of attractions near by. I highly recommend everyone to stay at The Cove!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Luxury on the water

I took my husband for a surprise birthday getaway and we could not have asked for a better place to stay! They have everything you need and the perfect location for a downtown getaway! We will definitely be back!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fun Getaway

We rented with friends visiting from out of state. The houseboat was beautiful, well appointed and the location on the river in downtown Wilmington was perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

New houseboat and unique location

Great place to stop and stay at while in Wilmington, river location! Parking is the only drawback and having to lug all your bags and whatever else you brought for your stay. Overall great experience and will return! Never even knew we were on the water!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cheer weekend with a houseboat twist..

I have stayed at the Cove houseboats prior and had such a great experience I brought my family to have the experience as well. We took advantage of our kids having a cheer competition at the Wilmington convention center and it could not have been a better location or a more accomodating place to stay. The owners were easy to reach with any questions and everyone on-site was pleasant and helpful. Highly recommend this experience for whatever brings you to stay in Wilmington!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was fabulous! Great decor, very clean, easy check-in, parking was close to the doc and their golf cart shuttle service was icing on the cake! Can’t wait to go back to The Cove!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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