Place, Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts
13 min walk
Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
7 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 2)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
About this property
Manhattan on Front! Balcony Park Free!
Welcome to your Manhattan Condo right here in downtown Wilmington! Located in Wilmington's most historic row of houses. NYC vibes abound as modern style and historic charm mingle. Enjoy private access to this second floor condo with comfortable furnishings, a nice balcony, free parking downtown (yay!).
walk to: Bars Restaurants Riverwalk Tours Trolly Mansions
Situated right downtown in a beautiful historic row of mansions, you'll find this condo has old world charm paired with modern amenities. The vintage hardwood floors, baseboards, decorative non-operating original fireplaces, and other historic details will take you back in time to the 1800's, but the comfortable furniture, clean atmosphere, stocked kitchen, comfy bed, smart TV, and wifi meet today's traveler's needs. Recently renovated by a former New Yorker, this cozy condo captures the Manhattan feel with an open and clean design. The decor and feel brings the NYC 43rd St apartment vibes with the well loved historic elements paired with timeless subway tile, stylish and jazzy decor, and an uncluttered look. This condo is one of five in a large historic house on Front Street.
Your condo is private with a private entrance, and is one of 5 in an amazing historic home. You can chill out on the shared front porch or sit outside in backyard on the patio. The 2nd floor balcony is shared with one other condo and accessed through a common area, with great views. You'll have access to a shared laundry room with coin operated machines inside. You'll also get one parking pass to park a normal size car or small pickup behind the house (free parking in downtown Wilmington!!)
We are here when you need us and invisible when you don't. Ada prides herself on speedy replies. We're here for you if you need us.
This condo is located in arguably the nicest block of Old Wilmington's historic mansion district. The architecture around the neighborhood is stunning, with mansions and large single family homes. Treat yourself to downtown's finest.
If you walk out the front door onto Front Street, you'll see the glamorous Dudley Mansion from 1825, a stunning 10,000 sq ft estate that was home to North Carolina's first Governor. If you walk out the back door and down the quaint alley driveway to 2nd Street, you'll see block after block of gorgeous Victorian homes. If you love old houses and turn of the century architecture, be sure to make some time to take it in!
Just walk!!! You're very close to restaurants, shopping, nightlife, entertainment, the waterfront and riverwalk, museums, and ghost tours!
Uber's are everywhere! The trolley is free and drives by. Free parking means you can come and go as you like.
Located less than a half hour drive from either Carolina Beach or Wrightsville Beach.
Parking: FREE PARKING BEHIND THE HOUSE: The alley entrance to the parking area is 9 feet wide. That means you cannot fit a large work van or a big work truck and trailers are not allowed. You will have one (1) parking spot.
FREE PARKING ON THE STREET: If you need additional spots and want to park on the street, where parking is restricted to residents, we can get you a Historic District street parking pass. You will need to pay a $50.00 deposit that we will return when the pass is returned.
Laundry: There is an on site laundry facility. We try and keep soaps in there in case you need some. The machines and the laundry room are shared with the other guests but are seldom in use.
Checkout: Checkout is 11am, but we can offer late checkout as availability allows. 12pm checkout is $20, and 1pm checkout is $30. Please contact us first and if we can accommodate your late checkout, we will be happy to.
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Property # 2632559vb
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Wilmington
Located in Wilmington, this condo is in the city centre. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Wrightsville Beach and Carolina Beach. 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. Jet skiing, kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
Wilmington, NC
What's nearby
Riverwalk - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Bellamy Mansion Museum - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
Wilmington Convention Center - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
Live Oak Bank Pavilion - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
Getting around
Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 10 min drive
Restaurants
Savard Beer & Board - 5 min walk
Concorde Espresso Bar - 4 min walk
Rooster & The Crow - 4 min walk
The Reel Café - 6 min walk
Anne Bonny's Bar and Grill - 7 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Manhattan on Front! Balcony Park Free! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Manhattan on Front! Balcony Park Free!?
As of 11 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Manhattan on Front! Balcony Park Free! on 8 Aug 2026 start from AU$189, 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.
How much is parking at Manhattan on Front! Balcony Park Free!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Manhattan on Front! Balcony Park Free!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Manhattan on Front! Balcony Park Free!?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Manhattan on Front! Balcony Park Free! located?
Located in Wilmington Historic District, this condo building is within a 10-minute walk of Riverwalk, Children's Museum of Wilmington and Hannah Block Historic USO Arts Center. Latimer House and Cape Fear River are also within 10 minutes.
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
The property was amazing! Very clean and a lot more space than you think! Great location that is within walking distance to the river, great restaurants and shops.
Very clean and tastefully designed unit. Located within walking distance near the historic neighborhood. Had one issue but owner rectified the situation.
For me, the historic area is the place to stay in Wilmington, and this condo certainly hits that mark. It's located a couple blocks from the waterfront and numerous restaurants. Having a free designated parking place is a plus!
The unit is within walking distance to the riverwalk with tons of restaurants as well as downtown Wilmington which is beautiful. My wife and I will definitely be back!
Great communication from the hosts, very comfortable bed (an underrated essential), everything you need is here, multiple parking options available (street or a private lot), perfect location. And their recommendation of Peking Gourmet (get the vegetable rolls) was excellent. Highly recommend and would stay again. The balcony is a perfect place to relax after your day of adventure.
The apartment was great, it was inside a beautiful restored Victorian. Everything you can think of was provided and ready for us. Communication was great, the video explaining the parking was helpful, and the location was just a few short blocks from the heart of downtown.
Historic charm with modern amenities, this property was clean, comfortable, and super convenient for everything downtown. The hosts give lots of clear, timely instructions, including a great video that’s very helpful in locating the off-street parking and finding the correct unit on the property. We would happily stay here again.
Moriah T.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Laura
23 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
My stay at Manhattan on front was perfect. It's an adorable apartment in an amazing location. The assigned parking space is great. When you don't want to drive, the location is within walking distance of all the downtown shops and restaurants. It's a short Drive to and from the airport and the beach. The property owners were very responsive and helpful. I highly recommend the location the motion point
This place is great --super location near Riverwalk with parking in the back. It was clean and comfortable and hosts provided nice amenities. They communicated every step of the way. I would certainly return.
This place is amazing! The location is perfect and you can walk everywhere so you don't have to pay for parking. The house is absolutely charming. It was peaceful and quiet. I enjoyed sitting up on the porch and watching the people walk by. I will definitely be back!
The property was very much as promised in the listing. The best thing about it was the great location. Walking anywhere downtown was convenient and easy. The on-site parking was also a huge plus. I had an amazing 6 weeks.
Beautiful historical home on Front street close to everything. Our room was very clean, well supplied, and very comfortable. The front and top porch were great places to have coffee and wine. It was a huge perk that you have your own parking spot in the back area! We will definately stay here again!
Such an awesome stay ! The decor is chic and old fashioned, with a modern twist. Feels very homey ! Curt + Ada are amazing hosts, they answer quickly, very welcoming, and will accommodate what you need!
The home is a perfect location for your stay in Wilmington, within walking distance of almost everything & on the main downtown strip !
The Keurig was blinking ‘Add Water’, and ‘Descale’. There were medium AND dark roast coffee pods. There was plenty of REAL sugar. (Plus the Fake Stuff) There was cow-made cream. (And the flavored hoopla)
And there was a roof, floor, and some more stuff.
It felt like Home.
Seriously it is a chic little urban-feel apartment within a beautiful 1800s shell, in almost-grand Victorian neighborhood. Which is two blocks from the end of the Riverwalk restaurants and festivities. Perfect distance.
Its quirky. There’s a third, middle room that has no job in life. The bathroom is miniscule (but I don’t have parties in there). To me, that was part of the charm of living within the constraints of the 1800s shell.
My extended family is in this area. I def intend to keep this apt on my short list.
Tyrone G.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
bryan m.
11 Aug 2025
bryan m.
Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Ed W.
13 July 2025
Ed W.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
About the host
Hosted by Wilmington Vacation Homes
Wilmington Vacation Homes knows what you want in a vacation rental. We know that you don’t want a hotel, and we know that you want a unique and authentic experience in the heart of the city. We know you want comfortable, clean, well-stocked, and modern amenities. We know that you want to enjoy your travels on your own terms without hassle. That’s why we make sure every Wilmington Vacation Homes rental is well appointed with the comforts you demand.
Features you can expect from every Wilmington Vacation Homes rental: -Keyless, contactless check in at your leisure any time with clear check-in instructions -Snacks and bottled water await you upon your arrival -The kitchen is fully stocked with cookware, dishes, Keurig coffee machine and pods, basics like salt, pepper, and oil, dish towels, sponges, and soaps -The bathroom is stocked with fluffy towels, clean cloth shower curtains, nice soaps and individual toiletry items - The bedrooms have comfortable mattresses with fully encapsulating mattress protectors and quality pillows with fully encapsulating protectors to ensure that they are sanitary -We launder our linens, towels, blankets, and shower curtains at our state-of-the-art in-house laundry facility and they are quality checked after every cleaning and frequently replaced. -A thorough guide book with nearby restaurants, cafes, bars, nightclubs, entertainment, and recreation. -Fast customer service, with all of our employees located right here in Wilmington.
Why they chose this property
Free off street parking, great downtown location, and beautiful historic neighborhood are just some of the reasons why this rental is ideal.
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests