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1860 House In the Heart of Downtown

Vacation home near Riverwalk in Wilmington

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Terrace/patio
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Dining
3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 142400 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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

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About the neighborhood

Wilmington

Oceanside stay.A stay at this Wilmington Historic District vacation home places you steps from Bellamy Mansion Museum and within a 5-minute walk of Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts. Burgwin-Wright House and Cape Fear Museum are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Cape Fear Community College - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Riverwalk - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Wilmington Convention Center - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Live Oak Bank Pavilion - 2 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Battleship North Carolina - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hidden Grounds Coffee - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Slice of Life - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Copper Penny - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Hell's Kitchen - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Canary Yellow - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

1860 House In the Heart of Downtown

Brand New Renovation! Just placed into service July 2022
Your family will be close to everything when you stay at this centrally-located place in the Heart of Historic Downtown Wilmington.
An open kitchen / living room for socializing with your entire group.
Lots and lots of beds. 2 Master Bedrooms with private baths.
The space
Our house was built in 1860 and we have just done a complete renovation converting it back in to a single family residence (it has been a law office for the last 40 years). The open kitchen and living room are unique to a house from this era. Plenty of room for a family gathering. 2 Master bedrooms. One on each floor. Each has its own private bathroom. A "Kid" bedroom has 2 bunks, one with a double bed and the other with a full size mattress trundle. It also has a sleeper sofa. A great house for a family reunion, bridal party, college reunion, or two couples with their kids. There is also futon (and an option for an air mattress) in the downstairs front library if your group needs more space.
Original Heart Pine floors throughout.
Guest access
The whole, 2 story, 2400 square foot house is yours.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Optional golf privileges
  • Water park
  • Basketball nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Unit size: 2,400 square feet
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 23

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is 1860 House In the Heart of Downtown to the airport?

This vacation home is 3.8 mi (7-min drive) away from the Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does 1860 House In the Heart of Downtown have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is 1860 House In the Heart of Downtown to the beach?

This vacation home is 12.9 mi (23-min drive) from Wrightsville Beach and 16.8 mi (28-min drive) from Carolina Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does 1860 House In the Heart of Downtown offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at 1860 House In the Heart of Downtown?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at 1860 House In the Heart of Downtown?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at 1860 House In the Heart of Downtown?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does 1860 House In the Heart of Downtown have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does 1860 House In the Heart of Downtown have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is 1860 House In the Heart of Downtown to downtown Wilmington?

This vacation home is 0.3 mi away from Wilmington.

Reviews

1860 House In the Heart of Downtown Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 15 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Margaret C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location great house
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jake D.

Liked: Cleanliness
I can’t say enough great things about this property and the host! It was spacious, clean, ample secure parking, conveniently located, and seamless to check in/out of. The home itself had everything we needed for a race weekend and made logistics super smooth. It’s walking distance to downtown Wilmington (seriously just straight down Market) and the neighborhood was great for walking the pups.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darci B.

Liked: Cleanliness
1860 House is absolutely perfect for any length of stay! It is comfortably appointed and has been tastefully renovated. There is a small section (not to spoil the fun of finding it) of the original interior wall that's framed that sparked a wonderful discussion amongst my family about historical architecture:) Make sure you enjoy time on the front porch swing and take a leisurely shower in the ground floor double shower! Be careful on the steps to upstairs as they are original and VERY narrow. Our small dog was at home as well.We also cannot say enough about hosts Neil and Jeanine, who made us feel like family! They truly are super hosts and set the standard for other hosts to aspire to. Thank you for everything! We are trying to figure out when we can come back...after hurricane season, of course!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shirley V.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had the best stay at this sweet Greek Revival home! It was the perfect location to walk downtown with our kids, visit Wrightsville Beach, adventure to Carolina Beach and just enjoy the company. We were two large families traveling to spend time all together and this home made that happen. The kids loved bunking together, reading books and playing games. The large kitchen made cooking family dinners so much fun. Although it was so close to downtown, we never felt as if it was busy or loud.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julia F.

Liked: Cleanliness
My friends were here from the midwest.They were impressed with the spacious home.The closeness of the downtown area.You did a great job in remodeling. They would love to stay there again if ever in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place for group stays

Listing was accurate and great location! We enjoyed our stay !
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clay T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantatic

Second time renting here and it didn’t disappoint!! Great house, great location and I can’t wait to stay here again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect location

We were in town for my son’s wedding with family members and friends coming from all over the southeast. The location of the home was fantastic as it was within walking distance's to both the wedding venue and brunch event. The house was spacious and having 3 large bathrooms really helped with getting everyone ready and together on time.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jorden L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Bachelorette weekend

We had a wonderful stay! The home was in walkable distance to everything around downtown and the riverfront. It was spacious and clean. The owners communicated very well. We’d definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great house!

We loved staying at this house. The location was absolutely perfect for us. We were in town for a family wedding and the church was just across the street! The pre-wedding parties were very close by as well as the reception. The house was very clean, and it accommodated my family of 8 quite well. Neal was very responsive to my questions before and during our stay. I would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katherine S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location!

We loved staying here! Beautiful home, and we loved the location!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Meredith A., Salisbury, NC

Liked: Cleanliness

great stay!

Great home close to everything. We were able to walk to the Live Oak Bank Pavilion/Riverfront Park and everything downtown. Suited our group perfectly!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cindi B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great House and Location

Such a fabulous house with historical flare and yet all the comforts. We had twelve people comfortably in this home. It was so open and easy to get to anywhere. Perfect distance to the river walk. I loved drinking my coffee on the porch each morning. It was so nice and clean and the hosts were very accommodating. We would love to go back again!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bianca J., Minnesota

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location

Close to the airport and downtown. Easy to find. Beautiful house. Beautiful spacious open kitchen. Good parking. The house does sleep about 10 maybe 12 comfortably. If you can bring a blow up bed or two that’ll be helpful if you’re party has a lot of couples or older people. On of the spaces on the main level is huge but it only has a sofa and a futon. The only thing I didn’t care for is we pay a cleaning fee but some of the existing checkout rules is to strip all used bedding, put all used towels in the washer and start it, take out all trash and start the dishwasher but I guess that keeps the cleaning fee low… But I would definitely rent it again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place to be together

We were in Wilmington for a family wedding. The house was beautiful, big, clean and exactly as advertised. The location was wonderful. We could walk everywhere for the gatherings. We would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023