Minutes to UNCW and a stone's throw from Wrightsville Beach, this newly renovated historic home welcomes you with private keyless entry, blazing-fast internet, and spacious bedrooms. Perfect for larger groups or extended stays.
Reviews
9.09.0 out of 10
Wonderful
Entire home
4 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 8158 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air-conditioning
Parking available
The current price is AU$393
AU$393
includes taxes & fees
13 Apr - 14 Apr
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
The Absolute Best Home Away From Home Pet Friendly
Newly renovated spacious historic home minutes to UNCW. Incredibly comfortable for any length stay. Suitable for larger groups. Conveniently located to everything Wilmington has to offer. Ten or less minutes on straight road to Wrightsville Beach & Historic downtown. Private keyless entry, Blazing fast internet, cable/Netflix/Amazon. Spacious bedrooms and bathrooms. Full kitchen, washer & dryer, work area and to many amenities to list. Pet Friendly!! You will have everything you need for a short or lengthy stay. Full Kitchen, wifi/cable/Netflix/Amazon, washer & dryer, large bathroom, private entry, Keyless entry locks, motion lights outisde, extra parking. During your stay, we prioritize your privacy and minimize disruptions. For any questions or concerns, please contact us via text or phone call. Messages on airbnb will likely not be seen as quickly. Very safe and close to absolutely everything. Restaurants, bars & local shopping. Uber, Lyft, Cabs and city transit near home Please review our arrival guide/checkout binder after getting settled in.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the house: WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
4.5 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Shower/bathtub combination
Towels provided
Living spaces
Living room
Separate dining area
Entertainment
TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming dogs only
Up to 23 kg per pet
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
Near the sea
On a river
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
General
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Double-glazed windows
Recycling
Unit size: 1,700 square feet
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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
Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 23 kg per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
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 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 and a first aid kit
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
Property is also known as
702813
About the area
Located on a river, this holiday home is in Winter Park, a neighbourhood in Wilmington. 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 Trask Coliseum or Legion Stadium. Visit our Wilmington travel guide
Is The Absolute Best Home Away From Home Pet Friendly pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much does it cost to stay at The Absolute Best Home Away From Home Pet Friendly?
As of 4 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Absolute Best Home Away From Home Pet Friendly on 13 Apr 2026 start from AU$393, 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 The Absolute Best Home Away From Home Pet Friendly?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at The Absolute Best Home Away From Home Pet Friendly?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at The Absolute Best Home Away From Home Pet Friendly?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is The Absolute Best Home Away From Home Pet Friendly located?
Located in Winter Park, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of University of North Carolina at Wilmington, Screen Gems Studios and Long Leaf Park. Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park and Trask Coliseum are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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The Absolute Best Home Away From Home Pet Friendly Reviews
Reviews
Wonderful
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
We were coming from Pennsylvania for a family wedding. We arrived a little early the day if our checkin. The owner allowed us to check in a little early which was great. We loved that the house has 4 bedrooms and 2 1/2 baths. We have no complaints at all. We really enjoyed staying at this property and would strongly consider staying here again when visiting family in the area. We recommend this place to others!
This house offers a lot for the price. All 4 bedrooms are a good size and had comfortable queen beds. We loved that it was pet friendly. The office area with carpeting was perfect for my 2-month-old granddaughter to enjoy her play mat, and the living room and dining area table comfortably seated 6 adults. We had some minor issues with the cleanliness of the 2nd bathroom and lack of toilet paper and paper towels, so I texted the owner who reached out to his cleaning service and they called me to sincerely apologize, and had more paper goods at our doorstep the next morning (didn’t need them sooner). Our only complaint is that there is no rod in the master closet for hanging clothes. Maybe it was painted recently and they didn’t put it back on but it definitely should be replaced asap. We were there for a rehearsal dinner and wedding and had dressy clothes we needed to hang. Overall it was a good stay.
We had a great stay here. Very pet friendly too. The house is very nice and has historical charm. The house was clean and it is close to restaurants if you want to go out to eat, or doordash food. Great place to stay!
Great location, clean property, responsive and accommodating property manager.
Too T.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Elsie W.
10 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location
Disliked: Check-in, listing accuracy
Great stay
The property was very clean. The beds were absolutely awesome. The owner was very responsive and even after working all day long he was available to help me with an issue after my husband went back home. Would love to stay there again.
Great house, plenty of sleeping quarters for a large group
The house was immaculate. Convenient to downtown Wilmington. Plenty of parking too. I highly recommend this house if you need access to Wilmington downtown. It’s really a great place
The rental property was beautiful. The property owner was very nice helpful and respectful to our needs.
Just had an issue with the house being cleaned and there were too many ants infestation and roaches infestation. It would have been a great vacation, but I couldn't enjoy myself because of that.
-Ellen Love
Ellen L.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2022
Verified
4/10 Poor
Meghan B.
1 Dec 2023
Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Arrived to a dirty house.
I rented the property for one night hosting multiple friends. Upon arriving at 3:45, past the check in time of 3:00, the house was dirty from the previous renters. Cleaners were sent to the property and we were unable to be in the house until 5:45. I was told the trip would be refunded for the inconvenience and have yet to receive further communication or compensation.
Meghan B.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified
6/10 Okay
Lori N.
17 June 2025
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
The beds were comfortable and the house was mostly clean; however there were parts of the home that weren’t maintained like the closets not having a place to hang clothes with one beam laying on the floor and the other was gone completely in another bedroom. The switches on the lamps in one of the bedrooms were broken and could not be turned on. There also was some wall damage that was not repaired. There were visible bugs in the overhead bathroom light, and the living room furniture was very dirty. We put sheets over the couch and loveseat. While the bathroom in the front was okay, the master shower curtain was moldy. Overall, the house could use an external and internal review by the owner to see items that need to be cleaned, repaired or replaced
The property was as pictured, just a bit older looking and the furniture has some stains. The beds were comfortable. There were cleaning products, trash bags, and laundry detergent available, which was a thoughtful touch.
I emailed the owner with a question before we left and he got back to me very quickly.
The property is located on a busy 2-lane road and car traffic could be heard from the front bedroom and living room, but it wasn't terrible.
There's a very nice paved path within walking distance which is perfect for walking dogs or riding a bike. Also close by are plenty of restaurants, downtown Wilmington and shopping. Fort Fisher State Park is about 1/2 hour away.
One thing that was very difficult was getting the sheets and towels washed before we left. That's a bit much to ask of people who have a very long drive back home.
I would definitely recommend this property for a short stay or maybe even an extended stay.
Ein tolles Haus mit vielen Schlafzimmern. Hätten wir gewusst, dass es so schön ist und auch gut von der Lage her liegt, dann hätten wir uns länger eingebucht. Sollten wir mal wieder in der nähe sein, werden wir uns freuen dieses Domizil erneut buchen.
This property is great for families! We had 3 adults and a toddler, and we had plenty of room. Comes fully equipped and has smart TVs for entertainment. The location is great. Only downside is having to get all the laundry done (in the dryer) before leaving-- but the machines are large and quick so it ended up not taking a ton of time. Definitely will be staying again!
Loved this home! 4 great comfortable bedrooms. Nice upgrades and remodeling. Felt like a short distance to everything we wanted to do. Near groceries and coffee shop. Would happily stay again!