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The Regency - Houseboat Downtown

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Exterior
Living area
Room
Outdoor dining
Outdoor dining

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Wilmington, NC
  • Place, Riverwalk
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Live Oak Bank Pavilion
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Wilmington Convention Center
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪5 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom

1 King Bed

Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Other sleeping area

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

The Regency - Houseboat Downtown

Welcome to "The Regency!" You will be living the "sweet life" on this modern, impeccably built and designed houseboat that offers all the amenities of home, including two living spaces, a gourmet kitchen, two beds, two baths, designer furnishings, and a deck to enjoy the sunsets on the Cape Fear River. Close to everything! Enjoy an onsite restaurant and entertainment pier, where concerts and festivals are held. Stroll the Riverwalk for scenic views, shopping, restaurants, and entertainment.

Guests will have access to the entire houseboat. There is a locked owner's closet for our storage, but you'll have access to the rest of the house.

Please be sure to review our cancellation policy prior to making your reservation. We strongly recommend purchasing trip insurance at the time of booking.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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

Downtown Wilmington, a neighbourhood in Wilmington, is home to this holiday home. Live Oak Bank Pavilion and Wilmington Railroad Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include City Stage Theatre and Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts. 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.
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Wilmington, NC

What's nearby

  • Riverwalk - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Live Oak Bank Pavilion - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Wilmington Convention Center - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Cape Fear Community College - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College - 7 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Brunch Thyme - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Half - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Copper Penny - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Eagle's Dare - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Bonita Latin Fusion - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Regency - Houseboat Downtown pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Regency - Houseboat Downtown?

As of 9 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Regency - Houseboat Downtown on 19 May 2026 start from £305, 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.

What time is check-in at The Regency - Houseboat Downtown?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Regency - Houseboat Downtown?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Regency - Houseboat Downtown located?

Located in Downtown Wilmington, this holiday home is steps away from Riverwalk and Riverfront Park. Live Oak Bank Pavilion and Wilmington Convention Center are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 34 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 34 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 34 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 34 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 34 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and experience!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jamie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The houseboat absolutely lived up to our expectations - very clean, comfortable, and perfectly located at the end of the dock, which made for a quiet, private stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was outstanding and very responsive to our questions. Home had everything we needed for our stay. Beds are very comfortable. Location at end of dock was the best with terrific views from the porch. Will stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

madeen z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
PERFECT STAY!!!! THIS PLACE WAS AMAZING
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay. Beautifully decorated. Extremely clean. Convenient location, close to restaurants. Wonderful view of river.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heidi B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely location, well-maintained property and great communication with host
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

DAWN S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice place.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Annie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great view, everything was great.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Frank M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The unit was super clean and comfortable, Most of the local restaurants were within walking distance. The sunset views from the deck were fantastic.I would definitely book again.Also, the owner was very responsive and answered any question in a timely manner.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie M.

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

Beautiful boathouse in the perfect location

This boathouse is in the perfect location downtown near the outdoor theater, restaurants and shopping. The houseboat is beautifully furnished and being the end unit, provided great views of the water. I will definitely book again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Claren E.

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

Perfect spot

We loved our stay! This one was a perfect view of the water and great breeze. Well appointed and very clean!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John / Evelyn P.

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

Birthday/ Mother's Day Celebration

Place is beautiful. Exactly as described. Great location as it's the last houseboat on the dock, so views are awesome. Would certainly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

joseph p.

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

Convenient

Location was great. Very clean and private. Would book again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Teron M.

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

Best choice for Wilmington

Loved the house boat.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darin Z.

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

Family Vacation

Enjoyed the property very much. Thank you.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leigh O.

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

Awesome house boat!!

Great space, and nicely decorated houseboat!! We loved it!! Super convenient to dining and entertainment! The views were amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mia P.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely Stunning

We loved our stay at the Regency houseboat. The location is perfect with great views of the river. The house is beautifully decorated and immaculately clean. Our only issue was the sidewalk is being rebuilt causing some confusion with check in and some more steps in an already long walk but the parking garage is easy to access and the community has wagons for transport of groceries or other heavy luggage. Overall we loved it!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Natalie E.

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

January getaway

We had a wonderful time hanging out on the back deck for meals and drinks. The boathouse is well-equipped with dishes, etc. The check-in and out processes were simple. The sunsets over the Cape Fear River were amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lori and Steve M.

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

Great houseboat

The views from this houseboat are worth it. Spent most of our time on the deck just relaxing. It’s a long walk to the end of the pier but you won’t regret it after you see the views! Comfortable bed and well stocked kitchen.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew A.

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

Floating Condo

Really nice and unique stay for special occasions. Highly recommend....best view at the Cove property (riverfront end unit). Great view of the river and Battleship Cove from the top floor deck. Excellent location if attending an event at Live Oak Pavilion (0.3 mile walk along waterfront).
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Kristina M.

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

Such a fun place!

We had a great time with this fun concept of a house on the water. Communication was not very good with property manager is our only complaint.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cindy B.

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

Great visit to Wilmington

This property lived up to its description. It’s very nice and the upstairs patio was heavenly. We watched fishermen in mornings; recommend binoculars! Outdoor music until about 10pm from nearby venues but it was fine! The inside was pretty soundproof. The parking is far for seniors but it’s worth the haul!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great place but it’s a hike from parking

Beautiful houseboat. Gorgeous interior…super clean. It is a hike with suitcases, bags, etc. from parking area to the last spot on the pier. Once there it is fabulous though. Views from the decks are amazing. Beds are comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Book it!

Don’t hesitate, book The Regency! If you’re looking for something a little different than usual, this is definitely the place. The sunsets from the deck are unrivaled. Internet is spotty, so bring your own hotspot if you need to work. Otherwise, disconnect and relax! Cheers!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pamela G.

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

Beautiful Downtown Wilmington Houseboat!!

This houseboat was absolutely beautiful! Everything looked brand new and it was impeccably decorated. The rooms were very spacious and there was a full size fridge along with plenty of places to sit and eat. The second floor outdoor deck was perfect to have dinner or just hang out on the couches. There was also an outdoor mini fridge!! I am definitely going to come back! Our stay was a definite 10 out of 10!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

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