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Work? Play? Wedding? 5 ✪ Stay in Historic District

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Lush gardens and meandering pathways surround the house
Sophisticated living space and large windows to the front garden
The Master Bedroom offers a king bed, private bath, garden view and reading nook
This cozy bedroom has a queen bed, wall hooks for hanging and underbed storage
2 chairs can be turned around for 65" TV viewing. Privacy window roller shades

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 41000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Wilmington, NC
  • Place, Riverwalk
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Cape Fear Community College
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Wilmington Convention Center
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Guest Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Guest Room Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Master Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Work? Play? Wedding? 5 ✪ Stay in Historic District

Newly renovated, Downtown Abbey, is located on a quiet street surrounded by lush gardens offering privacy in the heart of the city and within walking distance to everything.
Stay with us and you'll enjoy: Easy self check-in & generous check-in (12 pm) & check-out (2pm). FREE parking on property for 2 cars & a Level 2 Electric Vehicle Charging Station.

Sleep in comfort on our King and Queen USA made hybrid mattresses with lux linens, blankets & quilts. We also provide plush towels, shampoo, conditioner, hand & body soap. Washer/Dryer, hair dryer, curling iron, iron & ironing board.
We offer a fully equipped kitchen for preparing family meals and installed a REVERSE OSMOSIS (RO) water filtration system for chemical free drinking water & ice. There are several coffee shops within 2 blocks and our Keurig coffee pot with organic pods are furnished so you can also enjoy a cup of coffee in our beautiful gardens.

In addition to Central Heat/AC, all rooms have ceiling fans, window blinds & Smart TV's (65"/50"/32"), Nest speakers & digital antenna; no cable tv. Our private home is on one level; no stairs.

IMPORTANT TO NOTE: The Abbey, once home for clergy of the neighboring church, is generally a quiet neighborhood. We provide Yoga sleep sound machines (made here in Wilmington) but should you have noise sensitivities, please prepare accordingly and bring noise cancelling air buds or consider a rental outside of the central business district. Wilmington restricts excessive noise after12 midnight Friday & Saturday and after 11 pm Sunday > Thursday. We are not responsible nor offer refunds for city sounds.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 12:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 2:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children are not to be left alone or unattended.
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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
No Extra Guests.
Use appliances only for intended purposes.
Use Google Nest Hub to control temperature.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Long-term renters welcome
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
Property Registration Number completed course; no registration # given

About the area

Wilmington

Located on a river, this holiday home is in Downtown Wilmington, a neighbourhood in Wilmington. Burgwin-Wright House and Latimer House are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Children's Museum of Wilmington and Riverfront Park. Hannah Block Historic USO Arts Center and Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as power boating.
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Wilmington, NC

What's nearby

  • Riverwalk - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Bellamy Mansion Museum - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Cape Fear Community College - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Wilmington Convention Center - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College - 14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Savard Beer & Board - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Slice of Life - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Hidden Grounds Coffee - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪REBELLION NC - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Prost Biergarten - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Work? Play? Wedding? 5 ✪ Stay in Historic District pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Work? Play? Wedding? 5 ✪ Stay in Historic District?

As of 29 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Work? Play? Wedding? 5 ✪ Stay in Historic District on 22 Oct 2026 start from £377, 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 Work? Play? Wedding? 5 ✪ Stay in Historic District?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Work? Play? Wedding? 5 ✪ Stay in Historic District?

Check-in begins at 12:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Work? Play? Wedding? 5 ✪ Stay in Historic District?

Checkout is at 2:00 PM.

Where is Work? Play? Wedding? 5 ✪ Stay in Historic District located?

Located in Downtown Wilmington, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Burgwin-Wright House and Riverwalk. Hannah Block Historic USO Arts Center and Latimer House are just steps away.

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. 45 out of 46 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 46 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 46 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 46 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 46 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gabriel N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect place for the wife and I to get away.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Oct 2025
I'm delighted you found Downtown Abbey perfect! Thank you for your 5 star review!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved everything about it!Location especially
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Oct 2025
We were happy to host you ~ you're welcome back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joshua S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was the perfect place to stay down town! Super close to everything you could dream of wanting to do while I was visiting! I’ll def stay again
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Aug 2025
We're so glad you enjoyed your stay and welcome you back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

lief d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing location! The house has clearly been remodeled recently. Kitchen was well equipped and host did a great job of providing everything you would need.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Nov 2025
Thanks for choosing to stay with us at Downtown Abbey in the heart of our historic downtown! We appreciate your patronage and always welcome you back!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Macey Y.

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

Great place

Perfect location, clean and a great stay! Would definitely stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar 2025
Thank you Macey, we enjoyed hosting you and you're always welcome back!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and house. Well stocked and very clean. Will recommend to family and friends.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Jul 2025
Downtown Abbey is the perfect location for a visit to historical downtown Wilmington ~ we're delighted you enjoyed your time with us!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brad B.

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

Great walk to everything downtown location

Cute clean bungalow as pictured. Highly recommend for walking to everything downtown Wilmington.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Jun 2025
Downtown Abbey is the optimum location with access to everything in the historic district yet secluded enough to avoid high traffic areas. It's always nice to park and walk when discovering what new towns have to offer. Thanks for staying and we hope to see you again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kate C.

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

Great Spot

We had a great stay - good location, very clean. Would stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Jun 2023
We're happy you enjoyed your stay Kate! We'd love to have you back whenever you're back in town!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lorreen W.

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

Wedding Stay

Location was perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Jun 2024
Walk. Dine. Shop. Play. We're in the heart of it all here in the Historic District! We're so glad you enjoyed your stay @ Downtown Abbey!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katherine S.

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

Perfect location

Perfect location to see both the parade and events.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Apr 2024
Thank you for choosing to stay with us during the Azalea Festival weekend! Wilmington has much to offer and with Downtown Abbey located in the heart of the historic district, everything is accessible by foot. You're welcome back anytime :-)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John F.

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

Amazing Place, and incredible host

This stay was above and beyond what I expected. Incredible location.. The house was so well designed and furnished, I could live here full time. By far the best rental experience I have had.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Apr 2025
We're delighted you enjoyed your stay at Downtown Abbey John! You're always welcome back!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Henry H.

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

Absolutely Perfect

This is the only place we will stay when returning to Wilmington. Very clean and comfortable for myself, my wife and our disabled daughter. Short walk to a very nice extended Memorial Day weekend. Will book this again.
Sunset cruise just steps away.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 May 2025
We're delighted you enjoyed your stay Henry and look forward to hosting you in the future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tori S.

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

Lovely

Great location, adorable property! Will stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr 2023
Thanks Tori, it was a pleasure hosting you. Stay in touch and welcome back anytime you're in town!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deshea S.

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

Amazing

Amazing stay!!! Clean home and centrally located.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Jul 2024
We're delighted you enjoyed your stay at Downtown Abbey! Thanks for visiting our wonderful city and for choosing to stay with us ~ come back soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy P.

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

Visit family

The was great location and very cleaned
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Jun 2023
Thank you Nancy!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brooke W.

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

Absolutely perfect!

This house is absolutely perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Jul 2024
We're so glad you enjoyed your stay!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deb C.

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

Perfect downtown location!!

Excellent! Clean, had everything we could have possibly needed, easy access, and an unbeatable location for exploring Wilmington.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Apr 2023
Thank you! We truly enjoyed hosting you and welcome you back on your return to Wilmington!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James M.

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

In the Middle of it All

This place is a gem right in the heart of Wilmington. Easy walk to coffee shops, restaurants/bars and the Riverwalk! Beautiful streets and architecture at every turn. Completely updated property made for a comfortable stay for four.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Nov 2024
We're delighted you enjoyed your stay James and welcome you back again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

CATHY C.

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

Lovely property

Enjoyed the property. Very comfortable and host was so accomodating. Especially liked early checkin and later check out times. Good location but some noise at night. We had a great visit..
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Oct 2024
We're so glad you enjoyed your stay and welcome you back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dovid B.

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

Best rental in Wilmington!

We travel often and have stayed at numerous similar rentals in Wilmington and this is hands down the best. Perfect location, very clean, and perfectly remodeled. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Mar 2023
Thank you so much for your compliment Dovid, we strive to make your stay a stellar experience! You're welcome back anytime and thanks again for choosing Downtown Abbey!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Claire S.

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

Beautiful Place!

The house was beautiful and very clean. Communication with Jo Ann was great. Definitely recommend this place!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Nov 2022
Thank you Claire! We enjoyed hosting you and welcome you back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie E.

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

Great stay

Home was very clean and had everything we needed. Beds are very comfortable. Location is perfect. Host is very attentive. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Jun 2023
Thank you Bonnie, so happy to have you as our guest!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had the best time in Wilmington! We were there for a wedding and the house was centrally located to everything. We walked to the welcome party and wedding venue. There are shops and restaurants nearby and we thoroughly enjoyed exploring the town. The home is immaculate and perfect for 2 couples. It's centrally located but very private with serene landscaping where we enjoyed our morning coffee each day. The check-in and check-out processes were incredibly easy as well. I highly recommend staying in this home and will definitely be back when we are in Wilmington again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Jun 2025
We're delighted you found check in & out easy and your wedding venue within walking distance! Our downtown area is filled with so many wonderful venues, shops & eateries you must come back and we'd love to have you stay again at Downtown Abbey!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cindy S.

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

Wilmington - 3 night stay

We all absolutely loved the property and the location! It was our first time in Wilmington and I’m so glad we stayed here. I will definitely be back. Loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Aug 2023
I'm so glad you enjoyed our wonderful historic city and your Downtown Abbey accommodations! We look forward to seeing you again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rena W.

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

Amazing property!!

The home is beautifully appointed, decor is well beyond any expectations, tastefully updated with beautiful lighting, flooring and cabinets …many extra touches, including a bottle of wine and sparking water!The owner was so friendly and easy to communicate with. She also provided detailed info on every appliance and sound system.The location was literally walking distance to everything we wanted to do on the trip including “best restaurant” next door!We will look forward to our return!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Jun 2025
Thank you for your wonderful review! We're always happy when our guests are pleased with the accommodations and location. Thanks for being a great guest and we look forward to hosting you again!

About the host

Hosted by Jo Ann Tomaselli

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We love Wilmington and are delighted to share Downtown Abbey with out-of-town guests so they can experience our vibrant, magical riverfront city! We respect your privacy and we're always available, via text or phone, to answer any of your questions or concerns.

Why they chose this property

We've created this space so you may enjoy exploring our beautiful historic downtown and then return to relax in a safe and comfortable place. A detailed House Manual is located inside the Abbey and a Google Hub lets you control the thermostat, Nest speakers and to see who's at the doors.

What makes this property unique

As a Super Host with 10 years experience, understanding the quality guests expect from a vacation rental is paramount. Downtown Abbey was designed to offer an exceptional experience for those wishing to stay in the heart of our vibrant, historic city. Every one of our guests, from wedding attendees to movie producers, has their own reason to love the Abbey. Please read their 5 star reviews and hear directly from them!

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