Private Yacht - On The River - In Heart of Downtown

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A marina with multiple boats docked, surrounded by modern buildings and a clear sky.
A marina with multiple boats docked at a pier during sunset.
A view from a ship's window at sunset, with curtains partially drawn, revealing a calm river and distant shoreline.
A wooden pier with benches and a lamp post, overlooking a marina with boats.
A boat interior with a view of the water, a logo on the wall, and a cushioned seating area.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • At the centre of it all
    Stay in a top rated central location, steps from the best attractions, dining, and entertainment.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Riverwalk

Popular amenities

  • Deck or patio
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Captains Quarters

1 Queen Bed

Main Salon

1 Double Futon

V-Berth

1 Single Bunk Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Captain's Cabin Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Marina Owners Lounge

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

V-Berth Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

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About the area

Wilmington

Located on the waterfront, this houseboat is in Downtown Wilmington, a neighbourhood in Wilmington. Battleship North Carolina and Live Oak Bank Pavilion are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Wilmington Railroad Museum and Brooklyn Arts Center at St. Andrews. 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. With power boating, surfing/body boarding and fishing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Wilmington, NC

What's nearby

  • Riverwalk - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Live Oak Bank Pavilion - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Wilmington Convention Center - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Cape Fear Community College - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Brunch Thyme - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Java Dog Coffee House - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Copper Penny - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Eagle's Dare - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Marina Grill - ‬2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Private Yacht - On The River - In Heart of Downtown pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Private Yacht - On The River - In Heart of Downtown?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-out at Private Yacht - On The River - In Heart of Downtown?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Private Yacht - On The River - In Heart of Downtown located?

Located in Downtown Wilmington, this houseboat is within a 5-minute walk of Riverfront Park and Riverwalk. Live Oak Bank Pavilion and Wilmington Convention Center are also within 10 minutes.

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. 128 out of 130 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 130 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 130 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 130 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 130 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

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
Perfect getaway!Marina Grill is excellent as well.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Right on the river, awsome. The host was exceptional. 10 miles to ocean, lots of sites to visit.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Boat was very clean and comfortable. Comfortable bed nice little galley, and great position on the dock that lets you sit on the stern and enjoy the river with a wonderful view of the USS North Carolina. Parking was also very convenient with a pass right on the pier and short walk to the boat. Host was very accommodating and communicated very well about the property and walked us through everything so we had a great experience. Highly recommend staying there.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a fun experience! The hosts were so gracious and the boat was very clean and well stocked. Great location to explore Wilmington and right on the River Walk. Great sunset on the back deck. So fun to check out all the other boats in the marina too.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quite the unique experience,for those that are interested in boating it’s a great way to get your feet wet
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What an amazing weekend! The fireworks displays were spectacular, and the hospitality was wonderful. We will definitely stay on the "Southern Cross" again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent hosts!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was outstanding. Everything was great. We had a wonderful stay on the water and nearby everything
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect spot for a needed vacation. Christa and Lee were extremely responsive and checked in on us during our stay. The boat was perfect. We would love to return!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place to stay

Great location , owners were very friendly will definitely stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is now our favorite place to stay! Christa and Lee are wonderful hosts. The boat was well stocked and so clean. Such a cool experience! We’ll definitely be returning!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My daughter and I stayed for 2 nights and had the most amazing time. Christa and Lee are fantastic hosts - tending to every detail. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Will definately be booking again. Clean, relaxing and affordable. Lee and Christa were very attentive and kind. Downtown had all the shops and resturants but loved that the southern cross.had a resturant right outside the gate. Easy, affordable and convenient.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
If you are looking for accomodations with an unobstructed water view, with privacy, and security, this is the one you're looking for. We couldn't have been more pleased with our vacation weekend on the yacht! Walk to everything...restaurants, boardwalk, amphitheatre, etc, it's all there! Thanks, lee & Christie for your hospitality!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I truly wish I could give more stars! Everything about our stay was perfection. The location, amenities and boat itself were heavenly. And the hosts... absolutely top-notch. They were communicative and welcoming, and went out of their way to ensure we had everything we needed. Of all our VRBO experiences, this was by far our favorite!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cool and unique way to spend a weekend. Lots to do within walking distance. Easy parking at the dock. We enjoyed eateries including brunch at The Basics, evening music at dockside restaurants and shopping at The Cotton exchange, along with a river tour and morning coffee with a captain’s view from the flybridge. Owners were very communicative and responsive.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Varey clean
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a very unique stay! Very quiet and relaxing with everything you need! Kichen galley is great, tvs with streaming, and ac/heat. Bring your charcuterie and wine and enjoy an early evening happy hour with river breeze, a great view of the Battleship North Carolina, and a nice sunset! Lots to do in Wilmington and great restaurants within walking distance as well as the Riverwalk and Front Street!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Staying on the Southern Cross is always a wonderful experience. Lee and Christa are attentive hosts. Beautiful views in the marina near Live Oak, multiple restaurants and a short drive downtown .
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing! Better than any hotel if you like solitude.

Cant wait to stay there again. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Boat

Great place to stay !
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful time celebrating our 25th anniversary on Southern Cross and would definitely recommend her to anyone looking for a truly unique stay in Wilmington. Lee & Christa were fantastic to work with and we looking forward to going back soon!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super beautiful location and property, hosts and generous and very welcoming, great communication and very helpful orientation to the workings of the boat. Such an amazing location, so easy to access fun downtown food and activities. Relaxing and comfortable place to gather, play games, enjoy the river.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful yacht, very clean. So close to downtown. We had a wonderful weekend, can’t wait to go back for a longer stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice boat, and the owners are extremely nice
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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