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Modern home with lookout in the heart of downtown

Riverside holiday home with kitchen and patio

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Light-filled living room in an open floor plan.
Wraparound front porch is the perfect place to enjoy the coastal weather.
New home inspired by the craftsman architecture in Downtown Wilmington.
Exterior detail
Enter the house through the wraparound porch.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Fireplace
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Wilmington, NC
  • Place, Riverwalk
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Wilmington Convention Center
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Battleship North Carolina
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Double Futon

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 4

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen

About this property

Modern home with lookout in the heart of downtown

This unique new build in Historic Downtown Wilmington is perfect for large groups wanting to experience all the city has to offer. Four tree-lined blocks from the Riverfront District, the house offers a beautiful walk to some of Wilmington’s best restaurants - Seabird, Dram Yard, Savorez and more. The house is ideally located between the river and the beach - just a twenty minute drive to the waves of Wrightsville Beach, one of Travel + Leisure’s 25 Best Beaches in the US.

The space
Spacious and light-filled with tall ceilings and unique accents, the Lookout sleeps up to 14 guests with 4 bedrooms and a lofted lookout. The home's design blends a modern aesthetic into the historically-inspired space - furnished with premium furniture brands like Floyd and Crate & Barrel and styled with locally commissioned art from Modern Coast Co. Designed to accommodate large groups, the open floor plan features an oversized dining table, breakfast nook and 4-top kitchen island. The wrap-around porch includes loungers, and an eight-seat dining table - a great place to enjoy the coastal weather.

The bed and bath setup:
-Bedroom A (downstairs) - 1 queen bed, a desk, and a shared full bath
-Bedroom B - 2 queen beds, and a private full bath
-Bedroom C - 1 queen bed, a desk, and a private full bath
-Bedroom D - 1 king bed, and a private full bath with a soaking tub and a shower
-Lookout - Day bed with a trundle - 2 twin beds
-Living room - Oversized Floyd couch can sleep at least one (there is also an air mattress)

Other amenities include:
- In-house guide to the city
- Full service kitchen with Keurig coffee system
- Smart TVs in every room
- Two desks in private rooms - perfect for work-from-home
- Electric fireplace
- Backyard patio
- Two bikes (upon request)

Guest access:
-Guests will have access to the entire home, porch and patio.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 23
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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Wilmington

Located on a river, this holiday home is in Wilmington Historic District, a neighbourhood in Wilmington. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Wrightsville Beach and Carolina Beach. Children's Museum of Wilmington and Cape Fear Museum are also worth visiting.
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Wilmington, NC

What's nearby

  • Riverwalk - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Cape Fear Community College - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Wilmington Convention Center - 3 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Battleship North Carolina - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Live Oak Bank Pavilion - 3 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪On Thyme - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Hidden Grounds Coffee - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Elijah's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Savard Beer & Board - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Modern home with lookout in the heart of downtown pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Modern home with lookout in the heart of downtown?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Modern home with lookout in the heart of downtown?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Modern home with lookout in the heart of downtown located?

Located in Wilmington Historic District, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Latimer House and Riverwalk. Bellamy Mansion Museum and Children's Museum of Wilmington are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 37 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 37 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 37 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 37 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 37 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

jessica j.

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

Beautiful Home

Great place, very large rooms, comfortable beds.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a fabulous property. So spacious and beautifully appointed. Ideal location. Easy walk to downtown on a lovely tree-lined street. We were thrilled to find it!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jackson F.

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

Great stay

Perfect housing for a large friend reunion. Walking distance downtown with plenty of space. Would stay here again in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy R.

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

Beautiful home in Historic District

This was one of the nicest VRBO homes we’ve stayed in. Walkable to downtown Wilmington and a short 20 minute drive to the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Madeleine B.

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

Such a great spot!

Very clean, newly updated, and well-decorated. Super comfortable and spacious for a large group on a weekend trip!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

John J.

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

Fun family vacation

Beautiful very spacious home in a great location. Walking distance to restaurants and shops. Easily accommodated our large party of 11. Loved that every bedroom has a full bath. Highly recommend and would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Jack A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very favorableNeeded bath mats as bathroom floors slipperyWould have been nice to have extra towels for 3 night stayFurniture not very comfortable , especially for older adults
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michele S.

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

Wonderful home in Wilmington

Very clean, nice home in Wilmington. Close to downtown. 4 spacious bedrooms. Great space for family to gather for a vacation. The owner was very easy to communicate with. We had a great time.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marcia F.

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

Wonderful

We were in Wilmington for a family wedding. There were a lot of activities nearby on Front Street associated with the wedding. The house location was perfect. The house was beautiful with all the needed amenities.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Atilla k.

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

Wonderful

Absolutely wonderful and charming historic district home, meticulously kept and enough room for our family of 9 with even extra space! We will be coming back in the future! Very well stocked kitchen and the beds are the most comfortable we have ever had in a rental. Thank you for a great vacation experience!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

DENICE G.

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

Beautiful home, very clean, lots of room.

Very nice home and great for large family. Very clean. We were there for a wedding at Station 2 and home was close enough to walk to venue.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anastasia K.

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

Gorgeous home!

We gathered in Wilmington for my daughter's Leap Day wedding. The home was beautiful and quite spacious for the eleven of us: The photos in the listing do not do it justice! A wonderful time was had by all...Thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

David O.

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

Wilmington Golf and Concert

We had a great weekend in Wilmington. The house was perfect for us. The layout was perfect with 4brs and plenty of bathrooms. Everything was super clean and the check in/check out process was seamless. Jordan did a great job of keeping in touch in case we had any questions or needed anything. Wilmington is a great little town and we will definitely come back.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna T.

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

Family Wedding Weekend

516 allowed our family a comfortable stay while celebrating our youngest son’s wedding in downtown Wilmington. Conveniently located within walking distance to restaurants and waterfront. The home was spacious and comfortable. A lovely wraparound front porch was enjoy all! Any questions for owners had a rapid response time.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

melinda f.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had everything we needed. Great location…walking distance to great shopping and the Riverwalk. A wonderful place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

John K.

The host was awesome and accommodating us! The house is incredible and our group of 10 were very comfortable with the space!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Luann F.

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

Decent stay for wedding weekend

The property itself was gorgeous and had a lot of charm, and overall our stay was enjoyable. That said, there were a few issues worth noting for future guests. One of the bathroom doors was off its hinges when we arrived, and the fan and lights in the master bedroom did not work. The AC could have been stronger, especially in the warmer parts of the day.Privacy is limited — as expected for a downtown location — but you can literally see into the neighboring house from the bedroom. The parking situation was also tricky. It’s street parking only (first come, first serve), and while that’s completely normal where I’m from (NYC), the neighbors became upset when we parked in front of their house, which was uncomfortable.All that said, the property itself was beautiful, well-located, and had a lot to offer. With a few repairs and some clarity on parking expectations, it could easily be a five-star stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heidi L.

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

Location is epic

The accommodations were perfect for our size group. We would stay here again. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angie A.

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

Family wedding

The house was wonderful! Lots of room! Very clean!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leslie B.

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

Perfect location to walk downtown

This home was perfect for my family to stay in for my son’s wedding. The home is spacious and the location is great.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Betty A.

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

Enjoyed our stay

House was located in a beautiful neighborhood. We enjoyed walking around the neighborhoods and looking at the historic homes in the area. Our house was just as described with everything we needed! Great location with a short walk to the boardwalk. Jordan was quick to respond when needed. Definitely recommend this VRBO for anyone’s stay in this area!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

RJ A.

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

New and spacious

The home was incredibly comfortable and very spacious. Very high ceilings and open concept was amazing. This home is in a nice area and close to a lot downtown!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hannah S.

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

Amazing stay

This was the best vacation rental we’ve ever stayed in! We had a big family (7 adults and 2 babies) staying and it was perfectly sized. It was clean, well stocked and in a very convenient location. The host was amazing!! Very quick with responses and very accommodating. I will be recommending anyone staying in Wilmington to book here. Thank you for the great experience!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Glenn H.

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

Perfect Location to Front Street

This beautiful home has spacious bedrooms, all with their own bathrooms. The kitchen is wonderful, although the refrigerator is a bit small. The laundry was nice with its full-size washer and dryer, too. The house is walking distance to Front Street, so it's close to great restaurants and the river. This property is a gem!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terry M.

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

Wonderful Home in Wilmington

Our stay was absolutely wonderful! The door access code worked on the first attempt and our initial impression was that the home was beautifully decorated and very calming. Each time we returned to the home, someone in our group would comment on how appealing it was. Each room had a minimalist feel and was roomy, clean, and bright. The dining area and living room had plenty of seating for our group of six adults. The beds were so comfortable that we asked Jared (host) where we could purchase similar mattresses and he promptly provided the information. There were plenty of electrical outlets in the main area to recharge our eleven laptops, tablets, phones, and drones and the wifi was fast and flawless. It was appointed with everything we needed, and the location was within walking distance to dining options and within 10 minutes drive to the airport. The next time we visit Wilmington, this home will be our top choice.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

About the host

Hosted by Jared Childs

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