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Wilmington Surf Cottage

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Living area
Living area
Private kitchen
Interior
Living area

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Garage parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor grill
  • Fenced yard

Explore the area

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Wilmington, NC
  • Place, University of North Carolina at Wilmington
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Screen Gems Studios
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Twin Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Wilmington Surf Cottage

Escape to our charming 3-bedroom vacation home in Wilmington, North Carolina. Nestled just an 11-minute walk from the University of North Carolina at Wilmington, you'll be close to the action yet surrounded by tranquility. Spend your days exploring the vibrant Mayfaire Town Center, just a 9-minute drive away, or strolling along the picturesque Riverwalk, also just 9 minutes from your door.

Back at the property, you'll find all the comforts of home and more. Prepare delectable meals in the fully stocked kitchen, equipped with a stove, oven, refrigerator, grill, microwave, coffee maker, and more. Enjoy your culinary creations at the kitchen island or out on the patio by the fire pit. When it's time to unwind, cozy up on the smart TV or challenge your family to a game in the dedicated game room. And with free WiFi, a washing machine and dryer, and air conditioning and heating, you'll have all the essentials for a relaxing stay. Whether you're seeking a peaceful retreat or an adventure-filled getaway, our Wilmington vacation home has everything you need for an unforgettable experience.
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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
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 deadbolt lock
Property Registration Number STL2021-0229

About the neighborhood

Wilmington

Located on a river, this vacation home is in Winter Park, a neighborhood in Wilmington. Carolina Beach Boardwalk is a popular attraction and 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 Trask Coliseum or Legion Stadium.
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Wilmington, NC

What's nearby

  • Long Leaf Park - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • University of North Carolina at Wilmington - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Screen Gems Studios - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Trask Coliseum - 3 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McAlister's Deli - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Chili's Grill & Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪A Taste Of Italy - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Katy's Grill and Bar - ‬17 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Wilmington Surf Cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Wilmington Surf Cottage?

As of Apr 24, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Wilmington Surf Cottage on May 30, 2026 start from $200, 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?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Wilmington Surf Cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Wilmington Surf Cottage?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Wilmington Surf Cottage located?

Located in Winter Park, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of University of North Carolina at Wilmington and Long Leaf Park. Screen Gems Studios and Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 24 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chad S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for what we needed. Would stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Centrally located, clean, family friendly
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location and just what we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kim A.

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

Great location

Loved the location and the house.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Laura H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was welcoming and gave detailed instructions for arrival and was very responsive. Home was clean.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William S.

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

Great

Great place hope to stay again
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bradley M.

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

Enjoyed our stay

We really enjoyed our stay. The house was conveniently located to everything in Wilmington and accommodated my family of 6 perfectly.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brenda B.

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

Core memories

We had a seamless check in. Ana was very responsive. Our family had a wonderful vacation in a clean, family like atmosphere. We hope to go back someday!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good

Gena R.

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

Beautiful home, good location!

This property was beautiful good location Ana and her husband are very responsive and attentive.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie B.

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

The cutest cottage

We enjoyed our stay at the Wilmington Surf Cottage! Great location to the beach and downtown Wilmington. The Cottage had everything we needed and more.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

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

Wonderful

Came to Wilmington for a wedding. The house was exactly what we needed. Ana was an awesome host.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Joe F.

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

Nice

Nice house, enjoyed our stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matt M.

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

Awesome Beach House Central to everything

We had an amazing stay at the owners family home! Plenty of room and amenities for a family of 5. 10 minutes to downtown and 10 minutes to Wrightsville beach you really can't beat it. There are several grocery stores close by and the neighborhood was perfect.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

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

Great place

Thanks worked perfectly for myself and my kids
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

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

Nice location

We stayed here for UNCW orientation. Great close location to campus. House was very clean. Close distance to beach and downtown. Owners were very responsive and nice!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica G.

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

Birthday Trip

We went for my daughter’s 6th birthday and she had a blast! We loved that the home was stocked with books and board games. Great family trip we’ll always remember.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas L.

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

Cozy Stay in Wilmington

The property is a lot of fun and the layout of the home is great for hanging out in. We came as a family of 5 and everyone had plenty of space to sleep and play! The location of the property is great as well, you're pretty much 10-15 minutes from anywhere you'd want to go in Wilmington (beach, downtown, etc)
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dana D.

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

Wilmington Surf Cottage

What a fantastic place! Very clean and bright, and nicely appointed. Excellent and convenient location, could not ask for more. Ana was very good with communication and availability. We would definitely recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lee B.

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

Great for families with kids

I rented this property for family visiting me. It was a great property for a family with young kids. The kids enjoyed playing in the big backyard, picking blueberries, and sleeping in the bunk beds. The available travel crib came in handy for the infant, and the master bedroom closet was big enough to set up the crib in the closet. The outdoor shower was perfect for washing off after the beach. The central location in Wilmington made it easy to travel to the beach as well as downtown in a short drive. Ana responded quickly to any questions I had.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sue B.

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

Great proximity to UNCW

It is about 1-1/2 miles from UNCW - which was perfect since we were visiting our son. The house was clean and had all the necessities! The backyard/deck was great to sit out and enjoy the morning with a cup of coffee and with the backyard lights, it was pretty sit outside at night!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Woodrow S.

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

Nice place

Nice place, nice size. Wish the outlets weren't all 2-Prong though, as that's a bit weird. Good overall, however
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Elijah H.

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

Time well spent away...

Well it started off somewhat rocky. Being upon are arrival the air conditioning wasn't working. Owning a fairly older home ourselves. We are well awary that this things happen..But affter contacting the owner she was able to her " A/C guy" out that same evening and make the repairs required for my family to enjoy the rest of our evening. We had some reservations about living room furniture, but other wise the home was as advertised. The rooms were very spacious. Enough that my teenage daughters weren't easily aggervated by my presence. Adequate sleeping arrangements, the house rules very laid out, not a bunch of unnecessary language.Really enjoyed the large back yard as what we are accustomed to with our home as well. Super convenient to the locations we intended to visit, the beaches, eateries, ect. Thanks for the stay. And yes we would stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather K.

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

college move in

This property was perfect to move our daughters into UNCW. Close to campus and the house was well maintained with a beautiful back yard. Would definitely book again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dawn S.

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

Nice, bright, open house

We enjoyed this property and found it to be very cute and comfortable. Plenty of towels and linens, etc. The house is in a quiet neighborhood 10 mins from the nearest beach. The back yard is large and surrounded by a privacy fence. There is a nice deck and lights are strung up in the back yard for nice evening lighting. The rooms are spacious and there is a nice open floor plan for the kitchen and living room. Did not need to contact the host for anything, but she did text me on our first full day to make sure check in had gone smoothly and that we were all settled in. Would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

About the host

Hosted by ANA

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Why they chose this property

I fell in love with this neighborhood because of its peaceful setting! I especially love spending time at local parks. Whether you're here for a quick getaway or a longer stay, I think you'll find the area has a lot to offer!

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