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River Road Retreat - Heated Private Pool, Pond, Fi

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Living room
Living room
Living room and stairway
Dining room, stairway to loft, living room and desk area
Dining room and kitchen with gas stove

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 102144 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Wilmington, NC
  • Carolina Beach Boardwalk
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Carolina Beach
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Carolina Beach Fishing Pier
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Garden

About this property

River Road Retreat - Heated Private Pool, Pond, Fi

Summary:
Private pool, pond views, gardens, and a 10 minute drive to the beach! This home backs up to a nature preserve. Relax by the pool and tiki bar area watching TV or enjoying music.

Pool Heater: Our pool is open and maintained year round. The pool heater can reliably generate heat as long as the outside temperatures are above 50 degrees which will generally be from March to November, however in our area it is not unusual for us to have warm days at any time of year. Many vacation rental propert

Guest Access:
Guest have access to the entire property except for the basement maintenance room and one owners closet.

Interaction with Guests:
We wont bother you during your stay but are always available. We do have vendors (pool maintenance, landscaping, etc) that may visit during daylight hours. We may need to come on property from time to time as well but would only be popping by outside or the basement storage area.

Property manager

Brandon Williamson
Premier Host
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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning

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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

Pets allowed
Charge may apply
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Rental Agreement Required

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

About the area

Wilmington

Located in Wilmington, this holiday home is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Carolina Beach and Wrightsville Beach, while Carolina Beach Boardwalk and North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher are popular area attractions. Tregembo Animal Park and Carolina Beach Arcade are also worth visiting.
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Wilmington, NC

What's nearby

  • Carolina Beach Boardwalk - 8 min drive - 9.3 km
  • Carolina Beach State Park - 9 min drive - 8.8 km
  • Carolina Beach - 11 min drive - 10.3 km
  • Carolina Beach Fishing Pier - 11 min drive - 10.3 km
  • Freeman Park - 12 min drive - 10.6 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Cookout - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Buffalo Wild Wings - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Seaside Bagels - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does River Road Retreat - Heated Private Pool, Pond, Fi have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is River Road Retreat - Heated Private Pool, Pond, Fi pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at River Road Retreat - Heated Private Pool, Pond, Fi?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at River Road Retreat - Heated Private Pool, Pond, Fi?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is River Road Retreat - Heated Private Pool, Pond, Fi located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 6 miles (10 km) of Snow’s Cut Park, Tregembo Animal Park and Four Hounds Distilling. Federal Point History Center and Good Hops Brewing are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 35 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 35 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 35 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nikki B.

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

Great stay

Overall it was a great stay! Loved the pool and it was only around 10 mins from the beach. Hosts were great and super responsive.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christie E.

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

Family trip

We had a great trip. The house and amenities were perfect for our family to have a quick weekend get away.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

latara b.

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

We had a blast

We enjoyed every inch of the property ,the property amenities and space !!! Definitely will be booking another stay soon.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I wish there was an option for double stars on this review because that's what this property and owner deserves! Everything was absolutely perfect. The home, location and customer service are the BEST! Highly recommend! Can't wait for our next stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

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

Great House and property

The location was great. The house was perfect. One of the best houses we have stayed at. The pool and area was great.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christina L.

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

Peace and quiet

We stayed at the property with our adult daughters and their spouses and our 2 year old grandaughter as well as our dog. We had plenty of room for all of us. We loved the quiet neighborhood and the large screened in patio overlooking the pond. The grounds are beautifully landscaped. There are 2 kayaks to use on the pond. My grandaughter loved the koi pond! We all loved the pool. nly 10 min to the beach. With the dog we could go before 9am and after 5 pm.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Noah O.

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

Great property

No complaints about the stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott J.

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

Relaxing weekend

What a great home for a relaxing weekend with old friends! The home was perfect for our needs, and the outdoor spaces were a we’ll-loved amenity!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann P.

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

Wonderful vacation home!

We enjoyed our stay. The property is lovely, the home is comfortable. Great indoor and outdoor spaces.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Denise J.

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

Enjoyed seeing the wild life and relaxing by the pool

Very happy vacation
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Sandy Jo S.

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

Loved this property

Our family enjoyed this property so much! Short drive to the beach but totally worth it!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lashanda C.

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

Birthday weekend

The house was great we had plenty of room, the house is exactly as pictured online. Would love to come back in the summer.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adam W.

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

Relaxing

A nice mix of woods, nature, beach, and fun (pool).
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brianna T.

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

Comfortable Stay with Great Support

We had a lovely stay at this property over the July holiday week. The house was spacious, comfortable, and perfect for our family (including our dog). The quiet neighborhood was a great home base for exploring Wilmington and nearby beaches.Check-in was seamless with clear instructions and a working door code. The management team was proactive and responsive throughout, even checking in after our arrival and offering help as needed.We did have one hiccup. After a pool maintenance visit, the water became discolored and cloudy. While it looked concerning at first, the property management team quickly confirmed it was safe, and the issue gradually cleared over the day or so. Their quick replies and willingness to troubleshoot was appreciated.Overall, this was a great place to relax. Clean, well-prepared, and pet-friendly. We'd stay again and recommend it to others.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gina B.

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

Weekend family getaway

Everything we needed and more was at this home! The pool, the pond, and room for everyone. Only wish we could have stayed longer!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Kelly S.

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

Fantastic House

We enjoyed the home. It was in a good location yet felt like we were isolated from the city. The house was pleasantly appealing from the kidney shaped pool with a fireplace to the screened-in front porch. The landscaping was absolutely beautiful and the house was pet-friendly. I would recommend this house to anyone and would rent it again if I needed a place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne C.

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

Large home in scenic area

We had a wonderful stay. The beds are comfortable. The pool and hot tub were warm. We loved the large fireplace that provided much needed heat in the winter. My only suggestion is to leave some lights on upon arrival. It was pitch black when we arrived and it was very difficult to see anything. Both outside and inside was dark.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly W.

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

In-town paradise

Federal Point was exactly what I needed for a getaway with my family. Beautiful setting and appointed house. Perfect for families bringing thier furry family member as well. The location is very close to beaches and beach activities. Highly recommend this place..
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Matthew T.

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

River Road Retreat Review

Great stay at the River Road Retreat. We only stayed 2 nights, but it was a great experience. House was very nice and well kept on both the outside and inside. Wish we could’ve experienced it for longer! Great location and close to various beaches in the area. Overall a really good time. Would stay there again for sure.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Kirsti M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Fall Getaway

Beautiful location. Enjoyed fire pit and kayaking pond. Pool are is a plus. Had hoped to sit by fireplace but it wasn’t winter-ready yet.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Timothy C.

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

Amazing place to stay

We used this property as our family vacation house this year, its 9 of us in total and it was amazing .All of the rooms are so big , we had more than enough room . The home is very well maintained and extremely clean .The pool , out door tv and pond was a big hit. The heated pool was great for night swimming . My 4 year old grandson was in love with hot tub. Brandon ( the host) responded to every message i sent him extremely fast and even allowed us to check in at 1 since we arrived early . Its only 10 mins from the Ocean which was a huge plus. We will be staying here again . It is such a beautiful property, My husband said over and over how he would love to buy it.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brooke Y.

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

Great weekend staycation!

We had a lovely stay at the River Road Retreat. The home is well equipped with kitchen tools, pool accessories, toiletries and comfy beds. The use of the pool, hot tub, kayaks and large screened deck made for many great memories. Communication was fast and helpful with the hosts and the location was close to the beach and restaurants yet we felt like it was private and peaceful. We loved our stay here and are already discussing our return!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bennett K.

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

Nice and quiet

Enjoyed the quiet neighborhood, and the pool was fantastic.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Margaret B., Charlotte. USA

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

Awesome property

Love the outside. Spent most of the time in the lovely landscaped yard. Very peaceful!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Victor G.

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

Relaxed

Really enjoyed our stayed
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

About the host

Hosted by Brandon Williamson

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We chose this home because we fell in love with the pool and gardens.

Why they chose this property

We chose this home because we fell in love with the pool and gardens.

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests