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Peaceful private pool home dog friendly sleeps 8. large private lot fully fenced

Family-friendly holiday home with water park and outdoor pool

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Pool
Terrace/patio
Pool
Living area
Private kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8213.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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  • Place, University of North Carolina at Wilmington
  • Place, Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park
  • Place, Wrightsville Beach
  • Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Downstairs master

1 King Bed

guest room

1 Queen Bed

upstairs master

2 Queen Beds

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 3

Toilet

downstairs bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

owners bath

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Peaceful private pool home dog friendly sleeps 8. large private lot fully fenced

Beautiful saltwater pool home with room for the familyand fido! Just a short drive to area beaches, restaurants and shopping. 8.8 miles to Carolina Beach, 10.2 miles to Wrightsville Beach, 8.5 miles to Historic Downtown Wilmington. Close to parks and cross city trail, The Pointe at Barclay for movies and restaurants. Home features a first floor bedroom with King bed and attached shared full bathroom. 2nd floor features a second suite with 2 queen beds and private bathroom, and a 3rd bedroom with a queen bed across the hall from a powder room, and a loft area for hanging out or playing foosball. Upon entering the home you'll find 2 cozy living and entertaining areas that flow into the open kitchen and dining room which comfortably seats 6. Out back you'll find a lovely yard with salt water pool, palm tree, hammock and mature live oak. Choose from any of our many outdoor seating/gathering areas! Home is pet friendly for well trained dogs.

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Quiet Hours 10PM-7AM
Wash the dishes, and throw out the garbage before checkout.
No unregistered guests or visitors allowed. The maximum property capacity is 8 people but must be registered guests.

Important information

You need to know

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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Wilmington

Located in Wilmington, this holiday home is in the city centre and on a river. Carolina Beach Boardwalk is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Carolina Beach and Wrightsville Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Tregembo Animal Park and Stanley Rehder Carnivorous Plant Garden. With jet skiing, kayaking and scuba diving nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Wilmington, NC

What's nearby

  • University of North Carolina at Wilmington - 10 min drive - 10.0 km
  • Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park - 11 min drive - 10.1 km
  • Riverwalk - 15 min drive - 14.2 km
  • Battleship North Carolina - 17 min drive - 15.2 km
  • Wrightsville Beach - 25 min drive - 21.2 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Beer Den - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Cook Out - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Buffalo Wild Wings - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Peaceful private pool home dog friendly sleeps 8. large private lot fully fenced have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Peaceful private pool home dog friendly sleeps 8. large private lot fully fenced pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Peaceful private pool home dog friendly sleeps 8. large private lot fully fenced?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Peaceful private pool home dog friendly sleeps 8. large private lot fully fenced?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Peaceful private pool home dog friendly sleeps 8. large private lot fully fenced located?

This family-friendly Wilmington holiday home is located by the sea, within 3 mi (5 km) of Tregembo Animal Park and Halyburton Park. Stanley Rehder Carnivorous Plant Garden and Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 47 out of 49 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 49 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 49 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 49 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 49 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jenna G.

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

Family vacation

Great place to stay! We enjoyed every minute of it and the pool was wonderful!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracy L.

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

First family vacation to Wilmington

We will certainly stay at this welcoming property again when we visit Wilmington. The pool area was exceptional. Perfect temp and clean. The property is perfect for our family to interact and yet plenty of space to spread out too. Our dog loved checking out the property. Beds were comfy and the neighborhood quiet. Its convenient to grocery stores and restaurants in the area and the beaches and Riverwalk. We will definitely visit this house and Wilmington again in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew B.

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

all the comforts of home

everything was great
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Josefina C.

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

Our mini vacation

This is the 2nd time we stayed here. The house is wonderful and the owner is a very nice lady. She is always in touch checking on us.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ronda R.

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

Home away from Home

The property was perfect! Very clean and had a lovely decor. It was conveniently located to everything, including 3 beaches. I would definitely stay there again, and recommend it to anyone visiting Wilmington NC. Stephanie was an awesome host, thank you for sharing your home with us.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brandon D., Houston, TX

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

Great home with all the amenities!

What a great place! Our family was traveling for the Thanksgiving holiday and needed a large place to stay. The Home has large rooms with tons of space to gather as well as spread out. We will definitely stay here again in the future. Thanks Stephanie.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

8/10 Good

Eleanore S.

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

Pool time.

We rented mainly because of the pool and it delivered. It was cleaned twice a week so always looked inviting. We used it almost daily and enjoyed just lazing y it. Amenities were near at hand. The house was very comfortable and well equipped. All in all a very relaxing time to catch up with family.
Stayed 30 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynn W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The pictures don’t do this house justice. It is HUGE, beautiful, and comfortable- a true home away from home. My 14 year old granddaughter already asked to go back for a longer vacation. It is halfway between Wilmington and Carolina Beach. It took about 15 mins to drive to Wrightsville. The neighborhood is quiet. We will definitely book another stay or two!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay. The pool was delightful. Conveniently located between Carolina Beach and Wrightsville Beach. Would come back again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mikki W.

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

Post July 4th NC stay

Had a great mini week with our adult kids visiting friends, spending time at the beach and enjoying the pool. The hideaway space was a great space to enjoy cooking and hanging outside.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Regina V.

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

Great pool!

We were there in mid May with two dogs. What a wonderful time we had, the weather was warm enough to swim in the beautiful, clean saltwater pool. The house was spotless, the linens clean and the master bed so comfortable! There were some spices in the cupboard, but bring your own detergent. The house had everything you needed, towels, hairdryer, streaming services, etc. Wonderful location centrally located- we could get anywhere in 10 minutes. We had an Internet issue one night, and our host could not have been more on top of it, only to find out it was an Verizon issue, nothing to do with the house… Wonderful communication, great hosts. Thank you so much!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara C.

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

Girls Long Weekend

Very comfortable with lots of room for every.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph K.

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

Very enjoyable stay

We stayed a few days in early October and enjoyed the pool, the home’s many amenities, and the communication with the host, Stephanie. We had our two small pups with us, so the fenced yard was a big bonus. It’s a short drive to Trolly Stop in Wrightsville, and to the Bellamy Mension/River Walk area of Wilmington. We’re looking forward to coming back next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christy M.

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

FamilyVacation

The property was clean and the pool was great. Plenty of room for 6 of us and two dogs. Not far from the beaches or the Riverwak.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Naiomi G.

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

Beautiful clean home

This property was perfect for our family. It was very cozy and comfortable. The pool and pool area were a great place to have fun and relax.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

V H.

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

Hidden gem on Hidden valley!

Great place to relax, and enjoy yourself. Excellent property, spacious with everything you will need for you stay ready for you! The salt water pool is the crown jewel. Close to nearby attractions and the beach is a few minutes away. The property is clean, and the host is on top of any and everything you may need. Five stars!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lena C.

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

Relaxing family getaway

Our family had a great short vacation to the Wilmington area and very much enjoyed our stay. Pool was fantastic and the house was clean and comfortable for our family. Proximity to beaches and shopping/dining is just right. We look forward to returning.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kayla S.

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

Hidden Getaway!

My family, parents, and sister stayed in this house for four nights/five days. Check in process was so smooth and the communication from the host Stephanie was impeccable! The accessibility of the pool and house was top notch. We did our part in keeping the house orderly and still made it feel like home. The location of coffee shops and grocery stores was perfect! Safe and quaint neighborhood. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristin R.

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

Fantastic place!

The property was wonderful… clean and homey. The saltwater pool was amazing and especially beautiful at night, and we were close to the beach, restaurants, etc. A great house for family bonding! Would highly recommend Stephanie as a host as well. Communicative and responded to questions promptly.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danielle O.

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

Amazing

The house was great! The layout and set up is perfect for a family and the pool is AMAZING, especially for smaller kids who might not want to swim in the ocean just yet. Host were very communicative and the process was seamless.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Liz F.

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

Thanksgiving stay

We had a wonderful stay in Wilmington - more than enough space for our family of four plus our dog. The property is lovely, the house is really spacious and very clean. Stephanie was communicative and helpful prior to and during our stay. The kitchen was well stocked. Friendly, quiet neighborhood.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robyn M., Salisbury, North Carolina

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

Great responsiveness from owner and convenient location

I was thrilled that this property was dog friendly. I had to communicate with the owner, but she was very prompt in her responses. The property was extremely clean, which is super important to me. I would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sally L.

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

Home from home in Wilmington NC

Our first impression of our “home from home” in Wilmington NC was how clean and welcoming it was. Second impression? The pool! A lovely relaxing space to return to after a day of site seeing in Wilmington. Everything was within a 30 minute drive or less. Our host made sure we were happy and comfortable without being over zealous. Our pup enjoyed the freedom of the enclosed yard and we all enjoyed the outside space for relaxation. Would certainly recommend to friends and family.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jillian S.

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

Amazing stay!!

My family of 6 plus the dog had an amazing stay even with the storm. We loved the layout and space in the very CLEAN house! Stephanie was super responsive to messages. Check in and out was extremely easy. The kids lived in the pool and already want to go back. Would definitely book again!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin N.

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

Feels like being home

Great place to kick back and relax and enjoy the pool
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

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