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Wilmington Pet Friendly Private Cottage Minutes to Downtown and ILM

Family-friendly holiday home in Wilmington

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot
Dining
Interior
Exterior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathrooms97 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Wilmington, NC
  • Place, Wilmington VA Health Care Center
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Riverwalk
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, University of North Carolina at Wilmington
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪3 min drive‬

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About the area

Wilmington

A family-friendly stay in Wilmington awaits you at this holiday home. You'll be 3.3 km (2.1 mi) from Wilmington VA Health Care Center and 4 km (2.5 mi) from Riverfront Park. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and free WiFi. .Home features 2 bathrooms, a patio 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 hairdryer and an iron/ironing board are also available. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this Wilmington holiday home include Riverwalk and University of North Carolina at Wilmington.
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What's nearby

  • Wilmington VA Health Care Center - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Live Oak Bank Pavilion - 4 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Riverwalk - 5 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Battleship North Carolina - 7 min drive - 7.2 km
  • University of North Carolina at Wilmington - 8 min drive - 10.2 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 3 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Brunch Thyme - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Half - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Bonita Latin Fusion - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Tequila Comida & Cantina - ‬5 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.

Wilmington Pet Friendly Private Cottage Minutes to Downtown and ILM

Welcome to SHELL COTTAGE! Rated a guest favorite and super host on other booking platforms. This pet friendly hidden gem is situated on a private little lane and is close to everything Wilmington has to offer!

• 2 bedrooms (each with a queen size bed)
• 2 full baths (one in MB)
• VERY large private fenced in backyard with picnic table and BBQ grille
• 2 miles from ILM airport
• 2 mile to downtown Wilmington with its restaurants, bars, riverwalk, Amphitheater, wedding venues, and more!
• 2.5 miles to the Convention Center and Live Oak Bank Pavillion Music/Show venue
• 5 miles to UNC Wilmington campus
• 6 miles to golf courses
• Less than 10 miles from Wrightsville Beach
• A short drive to Carolina Beach Amusement Boardwalk and miniature golf as well as the North Carolina Aquarium!

We are located on a shared private lane with two other cottages which is what makes this cottage so quaint and cozy! Relax and unwind in the homey living area, or on the private front porch. Grab some steaks and grille in the large private fully fenced backyard were you furry friends can run and play.

The cottage is also a very short walk from a little goat farm where you can sit on a bench and feed the goats for 25 cents. If you're lucky you may see a little baby goat.

We supply enough paper towels, toilet paper, coffee, tea, sugars and creamers to get you through your first couple of days. For longer stays there is a Food Lion supermarket less than 2 mi from the cottage.

There are 2 designated gravel parking spaces for the cottage, one in front and one on the side of the cottage. Parking in the shared lane or on the grass is strictly prohibited.

For the safety of our guests the cottage has 1 active camera overlooking the driveway/lane and front door and it records video and audio. This device is on the exterior of the property and does NOT face in to any windows.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 1,040 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 - 22

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Set thermostat to 70 degrees in winter or 74 in summer upon check out
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

No hair dying of any kind allowed anywhere in or outside of the cottage
Septic System - nothing in kitchen drain except water based liquids - NO OIL OF ANY KIND. Nothing in toilets except pee, poop and toilet paper.
Dogs are not allowed on the furniture or beds. Pet bed is supplied.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.
  • Note from host: Charge of $25 per night for up to 2 dogs

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Children over 2 considered in 4 person maximum.

Events

No events allowed

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
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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
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. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock in all accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Wilmington Pet Friendly Private Cottage Minutes to Downtown and ILM ?

The closest beach to Wilmington Pet Friendly Private Cottage Minutes to Downtown and ILM is Wrightsville Beach (14.5 km).

Does Wilmington Pet Friendly Private Cottage Minutes to Downtown and ILM have a pool?

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

Is Wilmington Pet Friendly Private Cottage Minutes to Downtown and ILM family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a playground and laundry facilities, as well as highchairs and children's dinnerware, it's no surprise that Wilmington Pet Friendly Private Cottage Minutes to Downtown and ILM is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Wilmington Pet Friendly Private Cottage Minutes to Downtown and ILM ?

No, Wilmington Pet Friendly Private Cottage Minutes to Downtown and ILM does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Wilmington Pet Friendly Private Cottage Minutes to Downtown and ILM ?

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

Wilmington Pet Friendly Private Cottage Minutes to Downtown and ILM Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

dana e.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay! Michelle was a great host and house is new and well equipped with everything we needed!She has several extra “sussies” for you and your furry friends that are a real treat!!!Her quick communication is awesome and when we had an issue it was taken care of quickly!!!We will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Theresa B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Michelle was a wonderful host in all aspects of our stay. She was great with communication with fast responses. The cottage was clean, cozy and made our holiday getaway extra special. By far one of the best experiences! We will definitely be using Michelle for our next trip to NC!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Laurie H.

Liked: Cleanliness
The house was very nice and had all the conveniences of home.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dennise G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything was wonderful! Cottage was super cute and had everything you need for a comfortable stay!Host was also very welcoming and communicative.Thank you, we will definitely stay here again :)
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura D.

Liked: Cleanliness
The property was clean, comfortable, and pet friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacie T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clear communication with host including suggested restaurants and sights. Clean, cute, and quiet cottage! We had a great stay! Would recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shayna G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely home! Very clean and spacious. Incidentals provided were above and beyond expectations! The yard was amazing! Will definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025