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Welcome to Riptide Stables, 17 Acre Farm, w/animals by the beach!

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Exterior
Dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
A well-maintained grassy area with a pond, picnic tables, and a covered pavilion.
A two-story building with a covered porch, a staircase, and a sign that reads "Riptide Stables".

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 493 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Castle Hayne, NC
  • Place, Poplar Grove Plantation
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Ogden Park
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, University of North Carolina at Wilmington
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪13 min drive‬

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About the area

Castle Hayne

A family-friendly stay in Castle Hayne awaits you at this holiday home. You'll be 15.4 km (9.6 mi) from University of North Carolina at Wilmington and 22.9 km (14.2 mi) from Wrightsville Beach. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and free WiFi. .Home features a balcony, a living room and a Smart TV. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A coffee/tea maker, a video game console and a hairdryer are also available. .This pet-friendly holiday home offers a garden and barbecues. Plus you'll find laundry facilities. .Attractions within a 20-minute drive of this Castle Hayne holiday home include Mayfaire Town Center and Live Oak Bank Pavilion.
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What's nearby

  • Poplar Grove Plantation - 7 min drive - 12.2 km
  • Ogden Park - 10 min drive - 16.0 km
  • University of North Carolina at Wilmington - 11 min drive - 18.3 km
  • Mayfaire Town Center - 14 min drive - 19.2 km
  • Riverwalk - 14 min drive - 17.7 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Camino Real Mexican Restaurant - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Welcome to Riptide Stables, 17 Acre Farm, w/animals by the beach!

Welcome to our farm. We would love to invite you to join us for a vacation like no other. We offer a wonderfully appointed cozy farm cottage above our barn. Riptide Stables is a 17 acre farm with plenty of room to roam, nature trails to explore, and animals to pet and feed treats! We have 8 miniature donkeys, 4 full-sized horses and 2 miniature horses (ponies) as well as several canine and feline friends. Your well-behaved pets are welcome to join you at our farm. This is more than a great place to stay that is only 12 miles to Wrightsville Beach, 10 miles to Downtown Wilmington & only minutes to shopping and restaurants. This is a beautiful 17-acre farm with horses, donkeys, nature trails, a firepit, two ponds, a huge deck, and tons of peace and quiet. This cozy apartment above a beautiful barn overlooking horse pastures, ponds and fountains has been completely renovated with new everything, all while keeping the warm cozy farmhouse feel. You will not want to leave! This is a farm where the owner keeps her horses. There is a tranquility of waking to the sunshine over the ponds and the horses grazing in the distance. The home comes with tons of books, games, cooler, and beach toys, as well as a tin of horse and donkey treats if you would like to feed them. There is a fire pit and an abundance of wood to gather along some of the nature trails on this 17 acre property. The caregiver for the horses lives in another cottage on the property but overall you will feel like you are vacationing at a secluded country retreat. A beautiful covered deck overlooking the farm is a perfect place to sit back and enjoy a coffee or glass of wine. I will provide waffle batter, eggs, butter, coffee and marshmallows to roast at the fire pit for when you arrive. Also, the pantry is stocked with spices if you would like to use anything you are welcome to it. Toiletries, towels and linens, laundry detergent, you name it I have provided it. If there is something you want that is not on this list, please ask. I am happy to add extras upon request. I do not live on the premises but do live close and stop by to see my horses and donkeys all the time. I know the area very well as I am a realtor too and am always available to answer your questions. You will have access to the entire apartment and deck as well as the storage under the stairs. You will have parking, use of the fire pit by the pond, use of the nature trails. Please note, this is a farm with all that happens at farms. Most often the critters enjoy the pastures more than the stalls in the barn so rarely is there noise from animals downstairs. We are beginning to offer birthday parties and use the farm as a venue as well so please do ask about options while you are there. We can help you celebrate any occasion or can leave you to enjoy the tranquility and self-guided walks to all the pastures. Every animal is friendly and love the attention of our guests.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video game console
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 4 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Bicycles

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 997 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Pets must be up to date on vaccinations, not aggressive, and crated when left unattended. Crates NOT provided. Pet fee is $20 per animal per night

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Maximum 4 pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.
  • Note from host: $20 PER PET PER DAY. PETS MUST BE APPROVED PRIOR

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: There is no tub

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Parties or events booked separate w/fee

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 99
Note from host: Parties or events booked separate w/fee
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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 99. Note from host: Parties or events booked separate w/fee For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Welcome to Riptide Stables, 17 Acre Farm, w/animals by the beach!?

The closest beach to Welcome to Riptide Stables, 17 Acre Farm, w/animals by the beach! is Wrightsville Beach (14.2 km).

Does Welcome to Riptide Stables, 17 Acre Farm, w/animals by the beach! have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

Is Welcome to Riptide Stables, 17 Acre Farm, w/animals by the beach! family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a playground and laundry facilities, as well as highchairs and children's books, it's no surprise that Welcome to Riptide Stables, 17 Acre Farm, w/animals by the beach! is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Welcome to Riptide Stables, 17 Acre Farm, w/animals by the beach!?

No, Welcome to Riptide Stables, 17 Acre Farm, w/animals by the beach! does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Welcome to Riptide Stables, 17 Acre Farm, w/animals by the beach!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Welcome to Riptide Stables, 17 Acre Farm, w/animals by the beach! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 64 out of 65 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 65 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 65 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 65 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 65 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emilia M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay and would definitely be coming back
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ashley r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Being an animal lover I loved being able to feed the horses and donkeys. Wish I could have spent more time with them. I very much enjoyed the location. It was close to everything yet very quiet and peaceful.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nick K.

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

Great place. Very peaceful

Great place to stay. Loved the donkeys.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful people, awesome loving animals, great place! Highly recommend
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa j.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We came to visit because of an ice storm heading towards our home. We had a wonderful stay. The location is great for visiting Wilmington but not being too close. It felt like we were in the country and yet town was just up the road. The animals were friendly and my kid loved feeding them treats. The apartment was absolutely adorable. You can tell the owner has a great eye for decorating and had added a lot of personality to the space. My only suggestion is chairs near the TV, but we made due with the couch and chair in the sitting area. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Josh C.

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

July fourth weekend

My wife and I loved our stay at Riptide Stables. Everything was exactly as described and we especially loved feeding and spending time with the horses and donkeys.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin S.

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

Great visit

Loved the time with the animals.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

A R.

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

Little slice of heaven

Super gracious hosts, really cool property. Great place to escape the hustle and bustle of town.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

A R.

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

Lovely refuge

Great place to unwind and catch your breath
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tina H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Riptide Stables was a great place to stay and was especially welcoming to our dog. We don’t often travel with him but the farm was his happy place. The weather didn’t cooperate the first day but we were still able to enjoy walks around the farm feeding the donkeys and horses. The apartment was cozy and very welcoming. Waffle mix, eggs, butter, and milk were waiting for us when we arrived so we had breakfast available the following morning. Close to Wilmington but on the farm you feel removed from everything. Dawn was very easy to communicate with and very responsive. Just a great trip all around.I will suggest that you ask if any birthday parties are scheduled during your stay. The farm does offer kids’ parties complete with pony rides so just be aware you might have to share the farm for a couple of hours. We will definitely stay here when we are in the Wilmington area again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Morgan H.

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

Perfect location!

Country feel but close to everything! It has plenty of space for the family and has a homey feel. The view is excellent. The host is great! Whether you want to see lots of things on vacation or just want somewhere to relax, it is a perfect match!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

PatrickC. E.

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

Great place

Love the place. Real nice property and the caretaker very nice and helpful. The owner was very responsive. Our dogs loved the animals and pond. I will stay there again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

DeLena H.

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

Great location!

The property was just as described. My daughter really enjoyed the animals. Giving them treats was a highlight each day. The proximity to downtown Wilmington as well as the beaches was excellent. We look forward to another stay in the future!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly W.

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

Farm life - great outdoors

Close to everything you need, yet quite and remote enough for relaxation. Had our grandkids over to feed the donkeys and horses and fished in the pond and a nice walk along the trail.
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jd S.

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

Riptide

We took are nephews with us here and the loved the horses
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brad W.

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

New Favorite

Everything was just as described & photographed in the listing. Dawn was an excellent host. Highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryan M.

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

Excellent Family Vacation Spot

We recently spent 4 days at this property and very much enjoyed our stay. Our 8 year old daughter loved feeding the donkeys and horses. The place was clean and well stocked. Dawn was very communicative and accommodating. I asked Dawn if our daughter could ride one of the horses, and she arranged this for us through her daughter Chloe. Highly recommend for someone that wants a different kind of trip.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

kim s.

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

Farm Fun

We had an experience we will never forget. The Apartment was comfortable and was thoughtfully decorated. We loved interacting with the horses and donkeys. They were very sweet and gentle. The setting was stunning. Our goldendoodle did not want to leave. She just sat in front of the barn as we got into the car! Quite a different life her than her condo living. Thanks for everything. I hope we can come back in the future.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debbie W.

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

Animal friends and nature's peace

We wanted a place that was quiet and a connection with nature. Away from the stresses of life. We wanted to give our granddaughters (ages 3 and 7) an experience of farm life and the ocean during their spring break. This place gave us all of that. We fed very sweet horses and donkeys, had picnics by the pond, enjoyed cookouts by the stone firepit, taught the girls how to cast fishing poles, spent some afternoons at wrightsville beach, and slept to the tunes of frogs. The owner made the place very homey and farmy with primitive decorations. All of our hopes and expectations were met this week. We are a happy Grammy and Grampy.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin O.

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

Loved the place!!

From the time we arrived it was evident that this was going to be fun. The rental was very clean and tidy and all necessities were provided as per the listing. We texted Dawn that we arrived and were able to get into the apartment and she responded immediately and we met her the next day. It was just my wife and I and we enjoyed the interactions with the Horses and the donkeys and feeding them was a great deal of FUN!! Did not have to be a kid to enjoy that :) The location was a quick drive to all available attractions including the beaches, twenty minutes at the most. The whole place was well maintained and we felt at home on the first day! Would definitely recommend especially if you have little ones, but if not, then like I said adults will enjoy the animals as well!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason M.

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

Perfect getaway for a couple or small family.

Extremely easy dealing with owner and grounds keeper. Excellent property, immaculate and beautifully designed. We have 3 children, 1 preteen and 2 others between 5-7 yrs old. They slept comfortably in the bunk beds. We loved feeding the horses and donkeys and fishing in the pond. The owner has setup the rental space with little notes indicating how everything works and where everything is, the children found it fun like a scavenger hunt as they learned about the property. Really creative. The location is secluded but yet only a short drive to many of the beaches in the area. We would recommend this to any couple or small family looking to visit the shore without the hassle and cost of getting on the shoreline, or to any animal or nature lovers looking to visit the wilmington area. Even though it rained throughout our entire stay we still were able to enjoy ourselves at this wonderful location. Thanks Riptide stables! We will be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carla B.

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

Great place!

We had a great time at this property. It was quiet (minus some nighttime frogs) and clean. Small mixup at arrival, immediately taken care of and fixed by host. You get to feed Donkeys and Horses treats so I'm not really sure what else you're looking for.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

AnnMarie N.

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

Peaceful and Beautiful Place

My family ( including 2 teenagers and dog) loved staying at Riptide Stables. The extra thought given to the 'little things' really made it even more special (eg., marshmallows for the fire and waffle fixings and treats for the donkeys and horses). Dawn was easy to communicate with and very responsive. Bobby, the property caretaker, was kind and available whether we needed something or just wanted to ask a quick question. We loved staying at a place that was quiet and peaceful but still a pretty quick drive to the beaches and downtown Wilmington. The place was cozy and well kept, the bathroom is updated and the shower is great, which is always nice after a day at the beach. We weren't left in need of anything and highly recommend Riptide Stables!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacob R.

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

Fantastic place to stay!

This place was way better than we expected! My family was very excited to stay at the Riptide Stables and it did not disappoint. Dawn has done an absolutely wonderful job setting this place up and the property is beautiful and very welcoming to your whole family! Everything you need to stay is pretty much provided, it seems much more spacious then advertised area. Beautiful decorations and very comfortable beds and furniture. The animals are extremely friendly and love people. The location is great with a easy drive to Wilmington, Wrightsville, Topsail, Carolina Beach, and Kure Beach. The caretaker on property is super nice and was always willing to help us. Often pointed us in a direction for something fun and different to do. Dawn is a wonderful host. My family all said this was by far their favorite vacation house we have stayed in.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David R.

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

Love this place! Great location.

We enjoyed staying here very much. Close enough to all the attractions but quiet at the end of a busy day of vacationing. Great host and great communication when needed. Looking forward to coming back!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

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