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Cozy Houseboat in Port City Marina Wilmington, NC Nestled among The Cove Villas

Houseboat in Wilmington, steps from Riverwalk

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Smart TV
Terrace/patio
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV
Marina
Close to Riverwalk, Cozy Houseboat in Port City Marina Wilmington, NC Nestled among The Cove Villas provides amenities such as laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire house boat

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6102 sq m

Popular amenities

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

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About this property

Entire place

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

Cozy Houseboat in Port City Marina Wilmington, NC Nestled among The Cove Villas

Cozy houseboat located in the downtown Port City Marina nestled among The Cove Riverwalk Villas. It is centrally located between the Wilmington Convention Center and the new City Park and Amphitheater. Rare opportunity to stay not near the water but ON the water. Amazing views not only of the Cape Fear River but also of the beautiful yachts that visit and call Port City Marina home.

Beautiful open layout with 2 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. First floor includes full kitchen, dining room, living room, one of the bedrooms and full bathroom that includes a washer and dryer. The second floor includes the master bedroom with a full bathroom and additional living room with sectional couch that includes a pullout queen sofa bed. The views from the spacious second floor outdoor patio (with retractable privacy fence) with sink and mini fridge and comfortable seating will have you planning your next visit. We are in a premier location with direct views of the Cape Fear River and the yachts in the marina.

Port City Marina is also a center for entertainment and dining along downtown Wilmington's Riverwalk, popular Front Street and the Historic District. If you love music, Downtown Wilmington is the place to be. There are concerts at Marina Grill, the Marina Pier and the Live Oak Amphitheater, all riverfront. You can enjoy this live music directly from our outdoor patio. Wilmington has been recently ranked as the top up-and-coming destination in the South.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the accommodation: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • 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
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 1,100 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 26

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

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
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
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

In City Marina Wilmington, Nc
New Houseboat in Port City Marina Wilmington, NC Houseboat
New Houseboat in Port City Marina Wilmington, NC Wilmington

About the area

Map
Wilmington, NC

What's nearby

  • Riverwalk - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Live Oak Bank Pavilion - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Wilmington Convention Center - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Cape Fear Community College - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College - 7 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Brunch Thyme - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Bonita Latin Fusion - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Tequila Comida & Cantina - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Eagle's Dare - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Marina Grill - ‬1 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy Houseboat in Port City Marina Wilmington, NC Nestled among The Cove Villas pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Cozy Houseboat in Port City Marina Wilmington, NC Nestled among The Cove Villas?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cozy Houseboat in Port City Marina Wilmington, NC Nestled among The Cove Villas?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy Houseboat in Port City Marina Wilmington, NC Nestled among The Cove Villas?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cozy Houseboat in Port City Marina Wilmington, NC Nestled among The Cove Villas located?

Located in Downtown Wilmington, this houseboat is within a 5-minute walk of Riverwalk and Live Oak Bank Pavilion. Cape Fear Community College and Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College are also within 10 minutes.

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Reviews

Cozy Houseboat in Port City Marina Wilmington, NC Nestled among The Cove Villas Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 91 out of 95 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 95 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 95 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 95 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 95 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Philip S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome place to stay! Highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vicki B.

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

Amazing Staycation.

Houseboat had everything we needed! Plus, walking distance to restaurants, events and a farmers market.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna G.

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

Did not disappoint!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. This villa had much better views than others closer to the dock. The owners were meticulous in terms of cleanliness and the homes overall design. The cove is in walking distance to restaurants, bars, conveniently located adjacent to downtown Wilmington. My husband and I are already talking about booking again and have shared the details with other friends interested in visiting.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Walt M.

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

Unique

Great stay would recommend to anyone coming to downtown Wilmington for a trip
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Randi S.

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

House boat stay

Wonderful location and beauitful houseboat. Will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tammy M.

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

Awesome!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The property was very clean and was just as advertised. Beautiful accommodations and just a short walk to several restaurants. The owner, Kelly, was very helpful and answered all my questions prior to the trip. We would definitely stay here again!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

ROBERT C.

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

Awesome

Awesome experience! Wonderful time provided and the host was amazing. Highly recommend staying here! Wish all host could be like Kelly!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

john s.

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

Had a great time and would do it again

Awesome
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracy C.

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

UNIQUE & RELAXING GETAWAY

Peaceful stay in unique accommodations. Take in the town or stay put and relax, either way you can't go wrong. The property has everything you might need and more. The wifi is a bit spotty, if that's important to you. Definitely not a deal breaker for us. We enjoyed every moment!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Frances M.

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

Paradise on Water!

Beautiful scenery, excellent relaxing location with awesome amenities! This place is wonderful, exactly as seen in the photos! The yachts were gorgeous to look at, great music and food from the Marina Grill and very peaceful in the evenings. The houseboat does rock when the water has waves, which can sometimes be calming! Loved the modern decor, it's impeccably designed! This was an a great bucket list item!!! The host are SUPERB!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kendra W.

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

Amazing place

The listing was accurate, the property was very clean, and communication with the owners was very easy. It was a very unique place to stay, and we were very very comfortable. About a 15 minute walk to the historic district, so very manageable without being right on top of all the noise. It is a quiet community, which we appreciated. As a bonus, the marina has live music on the pier in the summers on Friday nights and we had a blast listening to the concert from the deck, with the comfort of our own seats, food and beverages, and bathrooms. Would highly recommend and will definitely book again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

AnnMarie J.

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

Great home. Inconsiderate neighbors

This boat house is lovely and the location is good if you are attending a concert at Live Oak Bank pavilion. We loved it. Because the boat houses are so close together your experience can be dependent on how courteous your neighbors are. Unfortunately for us our neighbor was drunk and belligerent when I asked if they would not mind turning down the music on their outside deck after midnight because we were getting ready to go to bed. I don’t think they are renters, I think it is someone’s home (based on potted plants etc that would need daily maintenance) I’m not one for confrontations so I probably would not stay there again. Even though the boathouse is fantastic.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rahshad H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed our stay. The location was perfect. The house boat was immaculate inside and out. The balcony had views of the marina and cape fear river. Our host had everything you could possibly need for an extended stay. I highly recommend, you will not be disappointed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon L.

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

Very Relaxing

Wilmington is one of my favorite places to visit. This time was no disappointment. This was a birthday getaway for me and my husband. The houseboat was very clean and accommodating. Just the relaxation that I needed. Kelly was avaliable when we needed her with no hesitation. Thank you Kelly and we will be coming back.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

mark v.

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

Great Getaway

What an amazing little spot! I highly recommend this property! My only wish is that I could've stayed longer!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

sharon S.

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

Teddy Swims fail

Teddy concert cancelled, but Kelly and the boathouse made the visit to Wilmington worth it!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theresa L.

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

Exceptional!!

Very clean, comfortable houseboat in a great location with an exceptional host!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean L.

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

Great Place!

Very clean, great location, loved sitting out on the deck at night. Host was great and very responsive.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew P.

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

Wilmington NC Feast Pad

A super convenient, clean, spacious spot to stay for any downtown activities. Two full sized bedrooms and bathrooms make it perfect for two couples enjoying the 2025 Feast. Clean and well stocked. Owner provided bottles of water and the perfect number of starter items - oatmeal, snacks, etc. beautiful spot right on the river. Keep in mind parking - only one vehicle has a spot in a nearby gravel lot. Others have to pay about 14 a day at the nearby garage or street park (hours and cost you have to figure out) Would love to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard C.

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

Love this place!

Host is amazing, houseIs spotless and well equipped. Very comfortable and great place to stay for. Long weekend
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kellie A.

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

Unique and excellent!

We love staying at the boat houses at the Cove! There was plenty of room for hanging out with friends, bedrooms, and all amenities were excellent. Everything was really clean and location was superb! I would definitely rent this again
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Maureen H.

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

Birthday Weekend, Get away.

Matched my style of decorating. So convenient to everything. Our host was wonderful to deal with and the weekend was very pleasurable.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly B.

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

Tranquil Getaway

We wanted a place to stay and just relax. This Houseboat was more than what we expected. Spectacular Views of the marina, walking distance to some great restaurants, and also took in a concert which was walking distance. Super clean, very safe, and spent most of the time on the upstairs covered deck gazing at the water. Never turned a tv on the entire stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason S.

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

Beautiful Houseboat

Very nice property! Amenities were great and the hosts were very helpful. The houseboat is located in a community of nearly identical houseboats, which are close together, so privacy outside is not perfect (and not as shown in the pictures online), but otherwise the houseboat community is very clean and well done. we spent hours on the back porch just enjoying the view and the breeze. Walking distance to historic downtown Wilmington and not far from the beaches so overall a great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Damian H.

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

Great for the Conference

We stayed in this location DURING hurricane Debby. The house was amazing. it was very stable. very clean. The host was great and easy to communicate with. for the duration we stayed due to a conference, this boat was more economical than the hotels. 5 stars! would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024