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This vacation home accommodates 6 guests with 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. It features a patio for outdoor relaxation and offers access to nearby golf. Enjoy nearby swimming, snorkeling, and game walks, as well as attractions like Latimer House and the Children's Museum of Wilmington.
Highlights
Made for relaxation
Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
Games
A rare find - enjoy a variety of games available on-site.
At the center of it all
Stay in a top rated central location, steps from the best attractions, dining, and entertainment.
Discover nearby landmarks
Near Riverwalk
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6
Popular amenities
Onsite parking available
Kitchen
Washer
Air conditioning
Barbecue grill
Deck or patio
Explore the area
Wilmington, NC
Riverwalk
Place, Riverwalk
13 min walk
Bellamy Mansion Museum
Place, Bellamy Mansion Museum
14 min walk
Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts
Place, Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts
17 min walk
Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
9 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
2 Twin Beds
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathroom 2
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area
About this property
Boutique 3BR Cottage Near DT - Walk to Shops
Welcome to your Wilmington retreat! This beautifully renovated 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom pink cottage sits on a charming cobblestone street, offering a peaceful escape while keeping you close to downtown excitement. Walk to Castle Street’s vibrant shops, cafes, and breweries, explore historic Wilmington, or take a short 20-minute drive to the beach.
✔ Sleeps up to 6 guests ✔ Free parking ✔ Linens, towels, and essentials provided ✔ Fast Wi-Fi throughout the home ✔️ Short drive to Live Oak Pavilion
💬 We hope to provide a seamless and enjoyable experience during your stay. Feel free to send us a message if you need anything!
Nestled in Wilmington’s vibrant Castle Street Arts District, this home is perfectly situated for exploring the best of the city. The neighborhood is brimming with charm, offering a unique mix of art galleries, antique shops, and eclectic boutiques. Stroll to local cafes for your morning coffee or enjoy the area’s lively atmosphere with a range of dining options.
Just a short walk away, you’ll find historic downtown Wilmington, where cobblestone streets and waterfront views set the stage for exploring restaurants, shops, and nightlife. For a day by the water, Wrightsville Beach is only a 20-minute drive, offering sun, sand, and surf. With its creative energy and prime location, this neighborhood promises a memorable stay!
🚗 Free parking- - There is free street parking in front of the home
🔑 Keyless Entry- - Guests will be provided a unique door code for access into the home.
🏠 Access- - You will have private access to the entire home with self check-in capability
Living Room
Relax in the stylish and cozy living area, featuring plush seating, a Smart TV, and high-speed Wi-Fi for your entertainment. Large windows bring in natural light, creating a bright and inviting space.
🍳 Kitchen & Dining: Cook with ease in the fully equipped kitchen, complete with modern appliances, cookware, and dining essentials. Enjoy meals at the dining table or opt for a more casual setting at the breakfast bar.
🛏️ Bedrooms: - Primary Suite – King bed, en-suite bathroom with a walk-in shower - Bedroom 2 – Queen bed, cozy and inviting - Bedroom 3 – Two twin beds, perfect for kids or friends
🛁 Bathrooms: • Primary Bathroom – Walk-in shower (attached to the primary suite) • Guest Bathroom – Shower/tub combo (shared by Bedrooms 2 & 3)
🌿 Outdoor Space: Unwind in your private, fenced-in backyard, featuring: ✔ Comfortable outdoor seating ✔ A propane grill for cookouts ✔ A peaceful atmosphere perfect for morning coffee or evening drinks ✔ Playground swing ______
Walkable & Close to Top Attractions:
🚶♂️ 3-min walk – Castle Street District (shops, restaurants, & bars) 🚗 4-min drive (or 20-min walk) – Historic Downtown Wilmington 🎇 Quick drive to Live Oak Pavilion 🏖 20-min drive – Wrightsville Beach 🍴 Walkable to top-rated restaurants & cafes 🍺 Close to breweries, cocktail bars & nightlife
Whether you’re exploring Wilmington’s historic charm, hitting the beach, or enjoying a relaxing getaway, this cottage is the perfect home base for families, couples, and small groups.
Book your stay today and experience Wilmington like a local!
There is plenty of free street parking on Queen Street in front of the home. Queen street is a quiet street.
If walking, the house is within 5 minutes of Castle Street District, 15 min to Cargo District, and 20 minutes of Historic Downtown. There is plenty of street parking in downtown Wilmington, & Ubers and Lyfts are always plentiful.
🏠 This is a beautiful, historic home, and with that charm come a few quirks — including some original interior doors and knobs. They have an older design and can occasionally be a bit tricky to lock or unlock. Please use care when closing them, and keep an eye on children so doors don’t get accidentally locked.
Thank you for treating our home with care and patience — it’s part of what makes staying here so special!
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.
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The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
- 6 Guests Maximum (Not Including Infants)
- No Pets or Esa's No Exceptions
- No Smoking, Vaping or E-Cigarettes
Important information
You need to know
Property # 4384116
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
Long-term renters welcome
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 and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the neighborhood
Wilmington
Wilmington Historic District, a neighborhood in Wilmington, is home to this vacation home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Wrightsville Beach and Carolina Beach. Ready for a night out? Consider Ted's Fun On The River and Waterline Brewing Co.. Take an opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as scuba diving.
Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
Cape Fear Community College - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
Wilmington Convention Center - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
Getting around
Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 12 min drive
Restaurants
Burger King - 9 min walk
Pickle & Taps - 18 min walk
On Thyme - 6 min walk
Hidden Grounds Coffee - 18 min walk
East Coast Seafood - 14 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Boutique 3BR Cottage Near DT - Walk to Shops pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Boutique 3BR Cottage Near DT - Walk to Shops?
As of Oct 4, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Boutique 3BR Cottage Near DT - Walk to Shops on Oct 5, 2026 start from $285, 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 Boutique 3BR Cottage Near DT - Walk to Shops?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Boutique 3BR Cottage Near DT - Walk to Shops?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Boutique 3BR Cottage Near DT - Walk to Shops located?
Located in Wilmington Historic District, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Ted's Fun On The River and Riverwalk. Bellamy Mansion Museum and Latimer House are also within 15 minutes.
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
This was the most adorable VRBO we have ever stayed in. It was beautifully renovated and decorated. We had a question during our stay and the property management company and host were both extremely responsive! I would absolutely recommend staying at this property. It was so cute and conveniently located.
Wonderful little historic cottage close to downtown. It's been updated but has kept it's character while making sure you have all the modern conveniences. Street parking is really easy and very available. Super comfy beds and helpful hosts.
Our stay at the pink queen was perfect! The beds are actually as comfortable as people have said and the house was very clean! Check in and out were extremely easy. This house was perfect for our moms getaway trip!
The cottage was cute & cozy & everything we hoped for. We loved it so much that future bookings are being talked about!Heather at Grand Properties was the best to work with!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 17, 2026
Such a pleasure to host you for your trip to Wilmington!
The property was immaculate and in a terrific location. Ample parking on a quiet street. Probably one of the most accurately described properties we've stayed at. Nicely appointed, great towels and bedding. We will definitely request The Pink Palace in the future! Property manager was great to work with.
Beautiful historic home with lots of charm! Comfortable beds, soft towels, gas grill, and well appointed kitchen. Surrounding streets were a bit older/run down, but there were plenty of blocks that had neat old houses to look at and we went walking in the evening and felt perfectly safe. Enjoyed the rocking chairs on the front porch- great location for coffee in the morning or wine at night.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 8, 2026
Thank you Amy for the review, it was a pleasure to host you in downtown Wilmington, NC. We are so glad you enjoyed the charm of the cottage and the location of the property.
This was the perfect little house for a girls trip weekend away! Mendie was a great host and we had everything we needed. Clean, comfortable beds and close to downtown!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 8, 2026
Girls trip! We are so happy everyone enjoyed their stay, it was such a pleasure to host you ladies.
Could have used more than the one roll of TP for 4 women for 4 days. No back ups. Also the listing should let all be aware that there are uneven steps either no hand rails to the front door
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 17, 2026
Our apologies that the team, missed restocking toilet paper, in the future just let us know we will gladly take care of this for you right away. I’m glad overall you still had a fantastic stay!
We had the absolute best time here during a girls/half marathon weekend. Everything was adorable and perfect. A friend stopped by with her baby and the pack n play was such a nice surprise so Mom could hang out longer! Thank you so so much. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 8, 2026
We are looking forward to hosting your group again! Thank you for the lovely review.
House was very clean and cutely decorated with a good supply of essentials. Conveniently located to downtown area. Some surrounding streets are still up and coming but it was a very quiet area with a coffee shop, etc. close by. Would stay there again.
We had such a wonderful stay in this absolutely charming home. Every little detail of the home is done so well and it was extremely clean and cozy.If you are looking for something cozy with loads of style and charm, this is perfect!!Thank you!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 8, 2026
It means so much to know you appreciated all of the charm and heart that went into creating this space.
Our stay at the Charming Cottage was perfect! Everything was clean and ready for us when we arrived. The host checked in with us the day we were set to arrive, the morning after to ensure we had everything we needed, and the day we left to ensure we had a good stay. The "tiny" house (as my 5-year-old called it) was in a great location, and we had no issues with street parking outside the home. Thank you again for sharing your home with us... we may very well be back next year!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 8, 2026
What a fantastic review, we are so happy you enjoyed your stay at The Pink Queen.
GREAT place to stay in Wilmington, particularly if visiting the historic district and riverfront. It's a little far, and traffic congested, if you're looking for an ocean fun-in-the-sun vacation. It was PERFECT for us.The house is exceptionally clean and beautifully decorated. The living spaces are functional and the beds are comfortable. The kitchen had everything we needed. A full length mirror would be a nice addition.The only negative for us was the lack of a railing on the front steps. There are just a few but they vary in height and carrying luggage was a bit scary for us old folks!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on May 20, 2026
Great feedback and suggestions thank you so much for sharing that. We are do happy that you felt the stay to be 5 stars! It was such a pleasure to host you.
This house is so cute, beautifully decorated and so comfy! We looked forward to coming back each afternoon to rest and relax. This house has everything you could possibly need and was very clean. The beds are very comfortable, also. It’s in a perfect location, close to downtown and just a short ride to UNCW and the Mayfaire area. We will definitely stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 8, 2026
Thank you for taking the time to leave such a thoughtful review, we are overjoyed you had the best time! We would love to see you back for a future stay at The Pink Queen.
The house is extremely comfortable, clean and well decorated. The host thought of many details to make our stay as comfortable as possible, including body wash in the shower and makeup towels for removing makeup! The kitchen is also well stocked so we had everything we needed to cook on the nights we stayed in. We highly recommend this house!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on May 16, 2025
Thank you Wendy! We are so happy to hear you all had a great time. We'd love to host you again in the future!
We came here for a mother/daughter girls trip and were greeted with an adorable house!!! It was so amazing! Clean, close to everything and the property manager communicated quickly! So very helpful! We would love to stay here again and highly recommend it!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on May 16, 2025
Thank you Andrea for your kind review! We would love to host you all again!
We loved this home. The decor is unbelievable. Very classy and well done. You can't imagine how big the home is from the outside. Lovely. We plan to stay in this home again on our next visit to Wilmington.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 8, 2026
We really enjoyed hosting you! Thanks again for taking the time to leave a lovely review.
This house worked wonderfully for our mom and sisters’ weekend. The location was good and everything was very comfortable. The owner was extremely communicative, messaging often and checking on us and responding quickly to any questions I had. One word of caution - the steps into the house are steep and do not have a rail. My mother struggled some with those, but she is 95 (although in great shape.) otherwise we enjoyed our stay very much and would not hesitate to go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 8, 2026
Ladies trips are a must! We are so happy you chose to stay with us. Thank you again for the lovely review.
About the host
Hosted by Mendie Gregory
We’re passionate about traveling and discovering new neighborhoods, local flavors, and hidden gems. With that in mind, we created a welcoming and relaxing home in Wilmington—perfectly situated within walking distance of some of the city’s best restaurants and shops. We’re excited to share this vibrant coastal town with fellow travelers and help make your stay unforgettable!
Why they chose this property
We chose this neighborhood for its charm, convenience, and character. Nestled on a quiet cobblestone street, it offers a peaceful retreat while being just a short walk to the vibrant Castle Street District, where you’ll find unique vintage shops, cozy coffee spots, and amazing restaurants. Plus, it’s only a quick drive to downtown Wilmington, the scenic Riverwalk, and just 20 minutes from the beach—making it the perfect home base to explore everything Wilmington has to offer!
What makes this property unique
Designed by a professional interior designer, our home blends comfort and style with curated spaces for relaxation and entertainment. Cozy bedrooms feature high-quality linens, while the living room, breakfast nook, and front porch rocking chairs offer inviting spots to unwind. The private, fenced-in backyard includes an outdoor lounge with comfy seating and a propane grill—perfect for gathering and enjoying the space.
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests