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Riverwalk Retreat - Downtown water views, parking

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Living area
Room
Living area
Living area

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

Riverwalk Retreat - Downtown water views, parking

Enjoy your panoramic view of the Cape Fear River in historical downtown Wilmington!
Riverwalk Retreat is a lovely escape with breathtaking views on the water. Centrally located on Wilmington's downtown river walk, this elegant property offers a front row view of the Cape Fear River. The vibrant river walk features some of Wilmington's favorite restaurants, shops and a view of the USS North Carolina WWll battleship.

Elegantly appointed, this is a quaint one bedroom unit with a queen bed, full bathroom, washer/dryer. This charming unit is bright and vibrant with a cozy living room, which leads to a balcony with a full view of the river walk.

Within walking distance of all that downtown Wilmington has to offer: restaurants, shops, tours of all varieties: water boat, walking, carriage, trolley, ghost and historical. Enjoy the view of our majestic battleship. Within 15-20 minutes, the beaches, theaters, UNCW, concert venue are a short drive away.

Guests will have access to the entire condo during their stay. We do have a locked owner's closet for our storage, but otherwise everything in the condo is available to use.

This unit is self check in. Hosts will be available through messaging.

We provide a parking pass for one car in a parking garage located a few blocks from the condo.

Please be sure to review our cancellation policy prior to making your reservation. We strongly recommend purchasing trip insurance at the time of booking.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the neighborhood

Wilmington

Downtown Wilmington, a neighborhood in Wilmington, is home to this apartment. Children's Museum of Wilmington and Riverfront Park 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. Hannah Block Historic USO Arts Center and Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts are also worth visiting.
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What's nearby

  • Riverwalk - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Children's Museum of Wilmington - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Cape Fear Community College - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Wilmington Convention Center - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College - 17 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Savard Beer & Board - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Blue Post Billiards - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Concorde Espresso Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Anne Bonny's Bar and Grill - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Pilot House - ‬2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Riverwalk Retreat - Downtown water views, parking pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Riverwalk Retreat - Downtown water views, parking?

As of Mar 26, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Riverwalk Retreat - Downtown water views, parking on May 26, 2026 start from $254, 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 Riverwalk Retreat - Downtown water views, parking?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Riverwalk Retreat - Downtown water views, parking?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Riverwalk Retreat - Downtown water views, parking located?

Located in Downtown Wilmington, this apartment building is steps from Riverwalk and Children's Museum of Wilmington. Cape Fear River and Hannah Block Historic USO Arts Center are also within 5 minutes.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 15 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason S.

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

Great Place to Stay

Great Place to Stay
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy S.

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

Riverwalk condo

Such a great place. Rooms were spacious and comfortable, balcony was great for relaxing and taking in the views of battleship/riverwalk. Easy walk to nearby shops and restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth E.

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

Lovely visit!

I love this area so much, I’ve made several visits within this neighborhood and this was my favorite spot! Great restaurants within walking distance, incredible sunrises and sunsets can be enjoyed from the balcony. Jody was incredibly helpful, the space was spotless and very welcoming! I would highly recommend!
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beth A.

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

Great location!

Comfortable spot for 1 night. We had a fine time in this condo. Host communication was easy. We would return.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the location and amenities of this bright airy condo! It’s conveniently located to restaurants and shops in historic downtown Wilmington plus the kitchen boasts everything you could need to prepare simple meals. Parking pass for a nearby parking deck (three short blocks away) worked great, as walking is the best way to move thru downtown. We were a little concerned about the possibility of ambient noise from the riverwalk and nearby venues, but the condo is well-insulated and soundproof. Our only issue was finding the correct set of stairs to access the condo .. use the last set of _enclosed_ stairs on the right side of the building, not the final set of _exterior_ stairs. We absolutely recommend this condo to anyone who’s staying in downtown Wilmington!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole P.

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

Riverfront Gem

Perfect location, spotless, lots of fun with walking proximity of shops & restaurants. Comfortable bed, washer and dryer was a plus!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cortney D.

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

Perfect spot

Unit was just as described, very clean and great location. We made lots of our meals in the unit, and it had everything we needed. Check in and check out were very easy. Will definitely rebook next time we head to UNCW.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason R.

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

Perfect couple’s get away.

My wife and I rented this condo for our 20th anniversary. The condo was clean, comfortable, and provided everything we needed for our stay. The location is absolutely perfect. I could have sat on the deck all day with the light breeze that was blowing off the river. It’s crazy how many restaurants and bars are within a few blocks of this condo. The parking pass is a big bonus, even though everything you need is within a short walk. Will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Veronica L.

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

Retreat

Location of the condo was perfect for convenience and views. Love the Riverwalk. The beauty of the Cape Fear River was a walk onto our private balcony to enjoy. Elijah’s is one of my favorite restaurants on Riverwalk and was walking distance.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynn D.

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

Mr Davis

Clean, convenient and cozy place. Nice upgrades throughout the place. Walking distance to stores and restaurants. Beautiful view over the river. Peaceful this time of the year.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

michael h.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Bumpy Start

We found the check in and parking to be challenging. In other VRBO experiences the codes were emailed day of arrival. That works better for us. Parking blocks away was a challenge as well. Wish the lot on the corner behind the property was being used.We would rent it again, but hope for emailed codes and better parking next time. Luckily we found assistance in a nearby shop. Without that we would have had to drive home.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Okay

We were unable to watch tv in living room No hanging for clothing-closet used for storage
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gloria

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Our Overall experience was very positive. The condo was beautifully located on the second floor with a balcony overlooking the river, where we could see the sunset every night and watch the tour boats load and others pass by. Numerous restaurants were literally located within a 5 minute walk, yet we were also walking distance to various other attractions, guided tours, and souvenir shops. Inside the condo was a living room with a large sofa, lounge chair, and coffee table. This room was open to the kitchen that had a counter and bar stools, coffee maker, toaster, microwave, numerous cooking utensils and spices, and cups, glasses, and dishes, pots and pans, and silverware. The bathroom was adequate in size with hand soap and 3-in-1 soap in the shower. The shower had plenty of water pressure! The bedroom was large with a washer and dryer in the closet, and lots of extra pillows. If you are not planning to both sleep in the queen size bed. You will need to bring your own sheets and blankets if you want to sleep on the sofa. Lastly, the condo was easy to find, though we never did find the free 15 minute parking place to unload. We just parked at the bottom of the steps and ran our things up. The parking garage is about a 10 minute walk, but it is free to park there. Communication with the owner was timely and we would highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carly Y.

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

GREAT LOCATION and COZY PLACE

This property is in the heart of the Riverwalk. You can not get better views than this. The parking is a little walk down the road but always had spots available and never felt uncomfortable. The loading and unloading area was confusing and we never found the "driveway" for that, but we packed light and didn't have any issues walking our stuff from the parking spot. The description of what stairs to use was a little confusing. It said the stairs closest to the far right. Those stairs were not for the unit. It was the first set of stairs that are enclosed from the right of the building. Again not something we couldn't manage just a bit confusing. There is no TV in the bedroom, which isn't a deal breaker but we like to have it on at night to fall asleep to. The laundry was a bonus, it is in the bedroom. The windows and doors being open was amazing. The fresh breeze and sounds of the boardwalk. No major issues, we did have issues with the bedroom fan and half the lights were out in the bathroom but when contacting the owner they were quick to respond and get someone over there. Again, we would 1000 times stay at this property. It was so comfortable, offers everything you need and THE VIEWS and LOCATION ARE THE BEST!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alex G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

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