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Superhost
Apartment in Wrightsville Beach
4.77 out of 5 average rating, 279 reviews

Tranquil Oceanfront Retreat on the beach

AprilRating, 5 stars3 weeks ago
I’ve stayed here multiple times and love the location on the quieter south end of the island. Absolutely no complaints, the house had everything I needed, the bed was comfy, the view was stunning, the place was spotless.
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Apartment in Carolina Beach
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 123 reviews

Take a Break at Shore Break!

KennedyRating, 5 stars2 days ago
Wendy’s place was absolutely amazing. Me, my husband and 1 month old wanted to take a first little family trip before he goes back to work! It was a PERFECT place for that. The ocean view was just wonderful. The location is also great. Not far at all from the boardwalk. We hope to come back during the summer!!! Wendy was also a great host. Always responsive & accommodating!
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Apartment in Wilmington
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 67 reviews

Catching Sunsets on the Cape Fear River w/ Parking

JessicaRating, 5 stars5 days ago
Lynne’s place was perfect for a kid-free getaway with my husband and our first time visiting Wilmington. The view was amazing, we were able to walk everywhere we wanted to go and the place itself was exactly as pictured. Clean, bright, and well appointed. Would definitely recommend!
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Apartment in Wilmington
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 102 reviews

Riverfront sunset balcony + free covered parking

ChadRating, 5 stars5 days ago
Great stay from starting line to finish. We loved the locality of the property. Everything is in walking distance. Would love to experience this property during spring and summer! Love the privacy.
Apartment in Wrightsville Beach
4.71 out of 5 average rating, 34 reviews

Close Enough WB

SteveRating, 5 stars2 months ago
Ryan's place was in a great location, as described & what we needed for our short stay. He too was a very good host. Would definitely rebook on our return visits if available.
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Apartment in Wilmington
4.89 out of 5 average rating, 47 reviews

Downtown Riverfront 2 BR, deck, parking included

HeatherRating, 5 stars3 months ago
We travel to Wilmington a few times a year to see my daughter in college. This was by far the nicest airbnb we have stayed in. Yes it can be loud at night but you are right in the middle of everything. Shopping, restaurants, bars, river walk. We had a teenager with us so we were able to walk right downstairs to go to a few bars but not be too far away from her. The balcony back deck is great too. She felt like she was at the club on Friday and Saturday nights. The sound machine in the bedroom was great to override the noise when it was time for bed. Kathleen was so friendly and helpful and communicated throughout our stay. She was even there when we arrived to make sure we knew where to park. The unit came with two parking spots which was great when my older daughter came into downtown to visit. We would love to stay at this spot again!
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Apartment in Wilmington
4.81 out of 5 average rating, 409 reviews

Beautiful Waterway View w/parking *No service fee!

BrandonRating, 5 stars1 month ago
A good central location to Wrightsville beach and Wilmington. Would def stay here again.
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Apartment in Carolina Beach
4.84 out of 5 average rating, 19 reviews

The Salty Seahorse #D1 Ocean & Harbor Views

LouiseRating, 5 stars3 months ago
The review provided was actually not the Salty Seahorse, but to a single home in Kure Beach, one block from the ocean. Due to an unforeseen maintenance need, Carrie Ann reached out and offered her newly acquired Kure Beach home for our upcoming stay in Wilmington. Host, Carrie Ann, was very attentive and accommodating and luckily had a location where we could stay. The home was spotless, very nicely decorated with a well stocked kitchen - plenty of everything needed! The bathroom provided toiletries and an ample supply of linens. The furniture was comfortable, including the porch table, chairs and umbrella - where we enjoyed coffee each morning. There was a slight drain issue to which we reached out to Carrie Ann and she immediately responded. The problem was quickly and thoroughly dealt with within about an hour of my reaching out to her. I would highly recommend this home and, Carrie Ann exceeded my definition of a super host or prime host! Excellent experience!

Waterfront house rentals

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Home in Holden Beach
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 16 reviews

Stylish Waterfront Home with Dock & Ocean Views

KathleenRating, 5 stars4 days ago
I enjoyed a wonderful stay! The home is a block off of the beach. You can hear the waves crashing into the beach from the front and back decks. The location is perfect!
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Home in Surf City
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 212 reviews

Little House On The Beach

GinaRating, 5 stars3 weeks ago
Had an absolutely perfect trip to Gerald’s property. Everything was pristine and ample towels and linens. Totally gorgeous and RIGHT on the beach, couldn’t be closer. 10/10 experience and we will definitely be back!!
Superhost
Home in Upper Downtown
4.86 out of 5 average rating, 91 reviews

The Regency

MichelleRating, 5 stars1 month ago
My recent stay at the Regency that exceeded our expectations! The property was exactly as described, with cozy decor and all the amenities needed for a comfortable stay. The location was perfect—close to local attractions yet tucked away in a quiet neighborhood, which allowed for a peaceful retreat after a day of exploring. However, there was one drawback that I feel is worth mentioning: the cleaning fees. While I understand that cleaning fees are standard, I was surprised to find that, despite paying a significant amount for cleaning, guests were still asked to load the dishwasher and start a load of laundry before checking out. This felt a bit contradictory, and it made me question the value of the cleaning fee itself. I would highly recommend this Airbnb to anyone looking for a charming and convenient place to stay. I can’t wait to come back!
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Home in Burgaw
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 113 reviews

The Riverbend @ Old River Acres

JoseRating, 5 stars2 weeks ago
really awesome place!! love the walk to the lake...
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Home in Carolina Beach
5 out of 5 average rating, 22 reviews

Oceanview - Waterfront w/ private dock

SusanRating, 5 stars2 weeks ago
Lovely place and beautiful view from the back decks. There was some construction going on at the lot next to it which could get noisy at times when out back. Other than that, it was a peaceful stay and very comfortable and cheery accommodations.
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Home in Oak Island
5 out of 5 average rating, 20 reviews

Our Place By The Sea

LeahRating, 5 stars2 months ago
This home exceeded our expectations and made our beach trip even more memorable! Very roomy with a great outside space over-looking the marsh so we could watch the wildlife as we drank our coffee. The walk to be beach was close and easy. And it was perfect for cooking our Thanksgiving dinner in the well-equipped kitchen. Bob and Donna were so responsive and quick to help with any question! A definite place to return and spend more time!
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Home in Oak Island
5 out of 5 average rating, 10 reviews

Intracoastal Waterway Cottage Boat Dock Fishing

YiaRating, 5 stars6 months ago
Great place to stay and relax. Picked a place on the intercostal water to crab but only caught a few. Maybe August was too late. I liked how she had a lot of towels and labeled where things went in the kitchen. Plenty of stuff such as paper towel, trash bags, dish washer pods, and laundry pods, etc. I’ve rented places before where we had to go buy trash bags and other stuff for the stay.
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Home in Holden Beach
5 out of 5 average rating, 9 reviews

Beach House on Canal Waterfront with Dock

DerekRating, 5 stars4 months ago
Great place to kick back and relax. Will definitely visit again.

Waterfront condo rentals

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Condo in Wilmington
4.9 out of 5 average rating, 374 reviews

Riverside Condo Historic Downtown Wilmington

NoraRating, 5 stars1 month ago
Tara's place is great! Perfect location, easy to navigate and parking included near by. Tara was easy to communicate with and very responsive. Wonderful place to home base as you explore the area
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Condo in Kure Beach
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 142 reviews

Beach vacation condo at Ft Fisher! Riggings

ImtiazRating, 5 stars1 month ago
PROs -Chad was super communicative from the start. -Easy beach access and close to many great spots -Place is as described and well stocked for what you could need. CONs -The place is a bit hard to find in the dark as all the surrounding buildings/units look alike. -The unit itself is on the bottom floor. It can be quite loud due to people on the floor above. SUMMARY We loved it and enjoyed our time here. 100% would recommend!!
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Condo in Wilmington
4.88 out of 5 average rating, 135 reviews

Beautiful Cape Fear Riverfront Condo Wilmington NC

JoshuaRating, 5 stars1 month ago
This is home away from home. We tried another place a few months ago. It was not the same. We will only stay at this condo. See you again in the near future.
Superhost
Condo in Wilmington
4.83 out of 5 average rating, 127 reviews

River FRONT | SuperHost | Free Parking!

NiecahRating, 5 stars1 month ago
Seeing the sunrise and sunset with the battleship is really nice. The place is so cozy and the basic necessities are complete. Aaron was friendly and very responsive, will definitely stay here again.
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Condo in Wilmington
4.88 out of 5 average rating, 224 reviews

Free Parking •Balcony •Downtown •20min ‣ beach

SergeiRating, 5 stars4 days ago
Corey’s place has a very nice view and is conveniently located in downtown Wilmington. Parking garage is next door. I would love to come back in summer to enjoy the sunset over the battleship “North Carolina” right from the balcony.
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Condo in Wilmington
4.89 out of 5 average rating, 236 reviews

✨ Downtown Port City River Roost w/FREE parking ✨

RoyceRating, 5 stars1 month ago
My wife and I stayed here for 2 nights, booked at the absolute last minute. The I had to change the schedule and Taryn made it easy. No problem she said in a very quick response. She checked on us , unprompted during our stay to make sure we had all we needed. Highly recommend staying at Taryn’s place. It’s clean, she is super responsive, and it’s a great area with lots to do. Thanks Taryn!
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Condo in Wilmington
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 491 reviews

Spectacular Riverfront w/ Parking & A King Bed!

ChrisRating, 5 stars1 week ago
my wife and I have a few one or two day getaway locations we love. we've just added this to our list. condo was clean, great space for two people with a great view. location couldn't be better. walking distance to great restaurants, ice cream, coffee and the parking claimed to be a 2-minute walk it was more like 45 seconds for me. thank goodness for her very detailed instructions including pictures. I can mess up directions in a heartbeat but these were clearly laid out.
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Condo in Carolina Beach
5 out of 5 average rating, 103 reviews

Light-filled/Beach-Ocean views/Top floor condo

AustinRating, 5 stars6 months ago
This was a great place to stay! I looked up many places on CB and this was definitely the best. The view is amazing and it is right beside the drive able beach for 4WD vehicles. The Airbnb was spotless and we can’t thank Chris enough for being a great host!

Quick stats about waterfront rentals in Wrightsville Beach

  • Total rentals

    240 properties

  • Nightly prices starting at

    ﺩ.ﺇ220 before taxes and fees

  • Total number of reviews

    5.3K reviews

  • Family-friendly rentals

    180 properties are a good fit for families

  • Pet-friendly rentals

    30 properties allow pets

  • Rentals with a pool

    130 properties have a pool

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