Place, Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College
9 min walk
Wilmington Convention Center
Place, Wilmington Convention Center
11 min walk
Riverwalk
Place, Riverwalk
12 min walk
Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
6 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
About this property
Downtown Bliss
This charming 1800’s Victorian duplex used to be our worst place. That is, until it underwent an extensive renovation that was completed in summer of 2023. It retains its historic charm with original wooden doors, a bedroom fireplace (now decorative only), and its location on a quiet cobblestone street. However, it was thoughtfully modernized with new plumbing, electric, flooring, appliances, and light fixtures and is decorated in a timeless style with a nod to its heritage but in no way retro. This downstairs 2 bedroom 2 bath duplex has lots of historic charm. You enter the duplex from the back of the house into the cozy living room that has comfortable seating and a large smart TV. The primary suite has a queen bed with hybrid mattress, TV, decorative original fireplace, and spacious private bathroom with a tile shower. The bright and airy second bedroom is in the front of the house and has a queen bed with hybrid mattress and TV. The second bathroom is located under the staircase but is surprisingly roomy and has a tiled shower.
The large eat-in kitchen with seating for 4 is outfitted with all new appliances, including a gas stove, dish washer, and washer/dryer laundry center. It includes cookware, dishes, and kitchen basics and includes a coffee bar, bottled water, and some snacks.
The back porch has 4 rocking chairs and overlooks the backyard garden and is a perfect place to relax.
This duplex is just a stone’s throw to downtown Wilmington, so you can walk to downtown and enjoy the historic north end of downtown. Off street parking is included (small and mid sized cars only as the driveway is narrow) and there is always plenty of street parking for larger vehicles, vehicles pulling a trailer, or additional vehicles. Located a short pleasant walk to the riverwalk, restaurants, breweries, museums, entertainment, and more. Just a 30 minute drive to the beaches.
Checkout: Checkout is 11am, but we can offer late checkout as availability allows. 12pm checkout is $20, and 1pm checkout is $30. Please contact us first and if we can accommodate your late checkout, we will be happy to.
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A security deposit of $300 with be authorized on the guest's payment method. No smoking. No candles.No partying,No pets.
Important information
You need to know
Property # 2632535
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 first aid kit
About the neighborhood
Wilmington
Located in Wilmington, this apartment is in the city center. Children's Museum of Wilmington and Riverfront Park are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit The Cotton Exchange and Mayfaire Town Center. 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 scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Cape Fear Community College - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Wilmington Convention Center - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
Riverwalk - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
Getting around
Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 9 min drive
Restaurants
Savorez - 7 min walk
Hell's Kitchen - 12 min walk
Copper Penny - 12 min walk
The Half - 4 min walk
Eagle's Dare - 7 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Downtown Bliss pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Downtown Bliss?
As of May 17, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Downtown Bliss on Sep 7, 2026 start from $339, 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 Downtown Bliss?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Downtown Bliss?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Downtown Bliss located?
Located in Northside, this apartment building is within a 15-minute walk of Carolina Heights and Riverwalk. Cape Fear Museum and Brooklyn Arts Center at St. Andrews are also within 10 minutes.
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
This house is in a great location-- walkable to downtown yet on a nice quiet tree lined street with quaint historic homes. The property is beautifully maintained and the apartment is so well decorated. The full sized kitchen is great so you don't have to eat out for every meal. They really thought of everything.
I’ve stayed in many STR’s and this has by far been my best experience! The home is lovely, cozy and just as beautiful as the pictures. The location is perfect for walking anywhere you need to go downtown. Safety and comfortability is super important to us as we’re a gay couple with a child and we felt safe the entire time. The response time and communication from the host was so quick! They have a really cool guide book that has a bunch of recommendations of things to do and places to eat and visit. Definitely will be rebooking in the future!
Really cute house! Parking in the back of the house is great! Loved the back porch & rockers. Bedrooms are good sized & comfortable. The hallway bathroom is a bit snug but ok. The “master bedroom” has its own bathroom that is a good size. Love that both have walk-in showers! Nice coffee station with cups below. And included with out stay were snacks & a bottle of wine; pleasantly surprised! The couch is super comfy & easy to nap/sleep on as an extra “bed”. Nice, easy walk to downtown Wilmington past some beautiful old homes and churches. The easy accessible walk to downtown was the best draw for us, even later in the evening! Definitely recommend!
Very cozy and welcoming setting. 2 apartments available are perfect for graduation weekend celebration with blended family. Lovely touches with snacks and coffee, and more. Thank you!
Host communicated well throughout our stay. The property was beautiful and parking was convenient. We were close to everything... We didn't walk, but had no problems with parking around town. We absolutely would stay here again.
Appreciated the easy check-in and check-out processes. Loved that my cleaning fee meant I didn't have to clean too much before leaving. Comfortable beds, spacious, waters in the fridge when we arrived, light snacks, and very close to downtown!
Not what I expected until I walked in. Great place!
wyatt c.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Traci
Apr 9, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
I really loved everything about this property. It was decorated very nicely and was clean. They thought of everything in terms of amenities. The property was walkable to restaurants and shopping. I would definitely stay here again.
The house was perfect for us. Loved the lovely updates and the decor was very nice. Perfect size for 3 of us close to all the spots we went to in Wilmington.
Perfect house for us my husband competed in the Ironman race and this house was the perfect spot. Close enough to walk to everything we needed.
William R.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
About the host
Hosted by Wilmington Vacation Homes
Wilmington Vacation Homes knows what you want in a vacation rental. We know that you don’t want a hotel, and we know that you want a unique and authentic experience in the heart of the city. We know you want comfortable, clean, well-stocked, and modern amenities. We know that you want to enjoy your travels on your own terms without hassle. That’s why we make sure every Wilmington Vacation Homes rental is well appointed with the comforts you demand.
Features you can expect from every Wilmington Vacation Homes rental: -Keyless, contactless check in at your leisure any time with clear check-in instructions -Snacks and bottled water await you upon your arrival -The kitchen is fully stocked with cookware, dishes, Keurig coffee machine and pods, basics like salt, pepper, and oil, dish towels, sponges, and soaps -The bathroom is stocked with fluffy towels, clean cloth shower curtains, nice soaps and individual toiletry items - The bedrooms have comfortable mattresses with fully encapsulating mattress protectors and quality pillows with fully encapsulating protectors to ensure that they are sanitary -We launder our linens, towels, blankets, and shower curtains at our state-of-the-art in-house laundry facility and they are quality checked after every cleaning and frequently replaced. -A thorough guide book with nearby restaurants, cafes, bars, nightclubs, entertainment, and recreation. -Fast customer service, with all of our employees located right here in Wilmington.
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