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Wilmington Pet Friendly Private Cottage Minutes to Downtown and ILM

Family-friendly holiday home in Wilmington

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Wilmington Pet Friendly Private Cottage Minutes to Downtown and ILM provides amenities, such as a playground and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathrooms97 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is €248
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026

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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.

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.

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

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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
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Set thermostat to 74 degrees
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.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets

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

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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

About the area

Map
Wilmington, NC

What's nearby

  • Wilmington VA Health Care Center - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Riverwalk - 5 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Wilmington Convention Center - 5 min drive - 4.9 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
  • ‪Tequila Comida & Cantina - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Hardee's - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Sawmill Cafe - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

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

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Wilmington Pet Friendly Private Cottage Minutes to Downtown and ILM ?

As of 19 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Wilmington Pet Friendly Private Cottage Minutes to Downtown and ILM on 4 Jan 2026 start from €248.21, 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 Wilmington Pet Friendly Private Cottage Minutes to Downtown and ILM ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

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

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

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

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Wilmington Pet Friendly Private Cottage Minutes to Downtown and ILM located?

This family-friendly Wilmington holiday home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Wilmington VA Health Care Center, Carolina Heights and Wilmington Railroad Museum. Cape Fear Museum and The Cotton Exchange are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Wilmington Pet Friendly Private Cottage Minutes to Downtown and ILM Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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10

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Laura D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was clean, comfortable, and pet friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dennise G.

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

Stacie T.

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