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Explore at The Cove Riverwalk Villas

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A modern hotel with a wooden deck, outdoor seating, and a clear view of the interior.
A modern living room with a dining area, a kitchen with a white countertop, and a staircase leading to another level.
A deck with wooden furniture and a view of a marina.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a central island, and a dining area with a round table and bar stools.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a built-in dishwasher, and a dining area with a gray sofa and patterned rug.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Wake up on the waves
    A rare find — sleep on the water in this unique houseboat stay.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Riverwalk

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Internet access
  • Air-conditioning
  • Washing machine
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Wilmington, NC
  • Place, Riverwalk
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Wilmington Convention Center
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Cape Fear Community College
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Office
Balcony

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About the area

Wilmington

Located on the waterfront, this houseboat is in Downtown Wilmington, a neighbourhood in Wilmington. Riverfront Park and Children's Museum of Wilmington are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Mayfaire Town Center and The Cotton Exchange. 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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Map
Wilmington, NC

What's nearby

  • Riverwalk - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Wilmington Convention Center - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Cape Fear Community College - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Live Oak Bank Pavilion - 9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Brunch Thyme - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Java Dog Coffee House - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Copper Penny - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Eagle's Dare - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Marina Grill - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Explore at The Cove Riverwalk Villas pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Explore at The Cove Riverwalk Villas?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Explore at The Cove Riverwalk Villas?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Explore at The Cove Riverwalk Villas located?

Located in Downtown Wilmington, this houseboat is within a 15-minute walk of Riverwalk and Wilmington Convention Center. Cape Fear River and Wilmington Railroad Museum 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. 15 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Outstanding experience. We have stayed at the Cove a few times now and love it everytime!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a beautiful property with the best hospitality. Food and entertainment is within walking distance. I enjoyed my stay and most definitely will return.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a great and cute place! The host was very responsive, the houseboat was extremely clean and the location was wonderful. No complaints.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful place with friends

Five stars all atound
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful!

We loved our stay here. The place was beautiful, and the concept of the house boats was so unique. We loved hanging out on the patio overlooking the marina. It was great walking distance to downtown. This will be our new go to spot whenever staying in Wilmington.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing

The houseboat was amazing. We are definitely coming back. It was roomy and decorated beautifully. Loved every minute of our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Birthday retreat!

I wanted to do something different for my birthday & The Cove villa was perfect! It’s equipped with almost everything & spotless clean! We enjoyed views of the marina, daytime relaxing on the balcony & the restaurant options close by. Andrew was a real help getting us settled in! Definitely hope to return soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The bed mattresses need updating
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome

I truly enjoyed my stay at the EXPLORE houseboat villa. Everything looked exactly like the pictures. All directions provided were accurate as well. I wish there was a ceiling fan on the top deck (we did find a small fan to use outside though) but other than that everything was perfect! We will be back!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We live near Carolina Beach and needed to get away. 15 minute ride to downtown Wilmington to enjoy our staycation. Fabulous place, Clean and Cozy. Just what the Doctor ordered!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a very cool experience and great views.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
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