General Features[>
- 2 bathrooms
- 2 bedrooms
- Air conditioning
- Balcony
- Barbecue grill
- Bed sheets provided
- Blender
- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware/dishes/utensils
- Desk
- Dining table
- Dishwasher
- Fire extinguisher
- First aid kit
- Fitness facilities nearby
- Free WiFi
- Hair dryer
- Heating
- In the city center
- Iron/ironing board
- Laundry facilities
- Microwave
- No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances on the property)
- Office
- On the river
- On the waterfront
- Onsite parking options include a garage
- Oven
- Pet friendly
- Refrigerator
- Shampoo
- Shower
- Smart TV
- Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
- Smoke-free property
- Stovetop
- Toaster
- Towels provided
- Washing machine and dryer
- Sleeps 4
- 2 Bedrooms
- 2 Bathrooms
- House boat
Welcome to The Cove Riverwalk Villas, Wilmington’s most unique vacation rental community!
Welcome aboard Leisure, a two-bedroom luxury houseboat villa designed for up to 4 guests and family pets too! Unwind in the queen bedroom on the first floor or the king suite upstairs. With modern amenities, gorgeous waterfront vistas, and roomy indoor-outdoor living, Leisure is the ideal floating getaway for comfort, style, and serenity.
The Space:
Leisure is located at slip #15, about a third of the way down the dock on the Riverwalk side.
Full kitchen supplied with everything you could need to prepare a great meal. Free local coffee, creamer, and sugar, are included alongside a drip coffee maker.
First floor bedroom with Queen size bed, enormous closet, ceiling fan, and 40” Intelligent TV.
Two full bathrooms, one on each floor, with walk-in showers. Free hand soap, shampoo, conditioner, and body wash are supplied, along with bath and hand towels, wash cloths, and make-up towels.
Second floor bedroom with King sized bed, huge closet, dresser, ceiling fan, and 55” Intelligent TV
First floor open concept living and dining room, featuring dining table with four seats, three bar stools along the kitchen island, comfortable couch and arm chairs.
Second floor living room featuring a cozy couch, 55” Intelligent TV, and a pretty view of the Cape Fear River through the sliding glass doors. A dedicated workspace accepts you the work-from-home space of your dreams.
Grand patio on second floor featuring an outdoor bar with a mini refrigerator and sink and a variety of cozy furnishings options. This patio is a fan favorite for everything from morning coffee, afternoon reading, evening spirits, or appreciating a meal.
Guest Access:
Guests will have access to the entire villa for the duration of their stay.
The Neighborhood:
The Cove is located in Port City Marina (PCM), a top-tier, gated, full-service marina offering over 200 cutting-edge floating concrete wet slips. Located on the beautiful Cape Fear River, PCM is a haven for both transient boaters and our esteemed residents enjoying the luxury of our permanent floating villas.
Our state-of-the-art dock hosts all 40 of our elegant villas, boasting thoughtfully designed angled slips, striking landscaping, and a welcoming community space at the dock's end.
PCM's prime location on the along the award-winning Riverwalk grants boaters and villa guests unparalleled access to the vibrant Downtown Wilmington scene. Indulge in the city's rich cultural offerings, savor delectable dining experiences, and immerse yourself in the vibrant arts and entertainment scene, all just steps away from our marina.
Getting Around:
Parking is available for one car per villa in an off-site parking garage. The parking garage is located about a 5-7 min. walk from the Marina, so we recommend packing in suitcases with wheels, bringing a foldable cart if you have one. We often get unexpected rain showers on the coast, so we also recommend packing an umbrella or rain jacket.
Other Things to Note:
Welcome to The Cove Riverwalk Villas —your ideal hideaway in Downtown Wilmington! We're just steps from Port City Marina and the Wilmington Convention Center, and one block from The Wilson Center and Live Oak Bank Pavilion, so you can skip the parking anxiety and event traffic. Who needs a designated driver when you’re this close to the action?
Historic Downtown Wilmington is less than a mile away, with tons of stores, eateries, breweries, and live music. Get there on foot, hop on the complimentary trolley, or take a fast drive—either way, fun is just around the corner! For the inside scoop on local hotspots and events, check out our Guidebook or visit "Wilmington and Beaches" online.
Need to catch a flight or hit the beach? Wilmington International Airport (ILM) is only 8 mins. away, and Wrightsville Beach, Jungle Rapids, and UNCW are all within a 10-mile radius.
Bringing your boat? Our friends at Port City Marina would appreciate to rent you a slip—just reach out to them directly and let the good times roll!
The unique appeal of The Cove comes from its prime position atop the Cape Fear River. Here in Wilmington, you might encounter a local 'water bug' or ‘palmetto bug’. While their visits are rare thanks to our rigorous cleanliness standards, these occasional guests are simply part of riverside living. Rest assured, we continuously strive to minimize their appearances and savor your understanding.
Parking for The Cove is conveniently located in a close by garage roughly 0.3 miles from the dock. The garage offers 24/7 in/out access and is equipped with an elevator for painless loading and unloading. Parking for one car per reservation is supplied, with additional parking available at daily prices set by the garage.
While the garage is close, guests should be aware that there is a 5–7 min. walk to the dock due to our marina setting. Rolling suitcases is highly recommended, and bringing a cart or wagon can be helpful. A limited number of wagons are available for guest use at our on-site office on a first-come, first-serve basis.
If this villa’s booked, no worries - send us a message and we can help you find another date or villa that suits your needs. We would adore to have you Stay Afloat!
@thecove_wilmington
Please note: A separate rental agreement is required to be signed within 48 hours of booking. This agreement provides important property specific rules and regulations in compliance with the North Carolina Vacation Rental Act and can be reviewed in advance upon request.
Interaction with Guests:
Our office is located at Slip #1. A team member is typically available on-site daily from 10am-5pm for guest assistance. If there is no one on-site, you can also reach us through the messaging option on your booking site and someone will get back to you as quickly as possible.
About the Area
Located on the waterfront, this houseboat is in Downtown Wilmington, a neighborhood in Wilmington. Riverfront Park and Children's Museum of Wilmington are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Wrightsville Beach and Carolina Beach. Wilmington Railroad Museum and Brooklyn Arts Center at St. Andrews are also worth visiting.
Special Instructions
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Pet Policy
Pets allowed
Nearby Restaurants
- Paddy’s Hollow - 0.5 miles
- The Basics - 0.5 miles
- Java Dog - 0.5 miles
- Flytrap Brewing - 0.5 miles
- Dead Crow Comedy Room - 0.5 miles
- Port City Brew Bus - 0.6 miles
- Laws and Libations - 0.6 miles
- Detour Deli & Café - 0.6 miles
Nearby Activities
- Wilmington Railroad Museum - 0.3 miles
- The Cotton Exchange - 0.5 miles
- Cape Fear Museum - 1.1 miles
- Greenfield Lake Park - 2.3 miles
- Cameron Art Museum - 4.8 miles
- Wilmington Riverwalk - 0.8 miles
- Long Leaf Park - 4.7 miles
- Battleship North Carolina - 0.7 miles
Nearby Shopping
- Old Wilmington City Market - 0.9 miles
- Cameron Art Museum - 4.8 miles
- Ivy Cottage (The) - 2.6 miles
- Keeping It Glam - 0.5 miles
- The Exchange - 0.5 miles
- Literary History Walking Tour - 0.6 miles
- ACES Gallery - 0.6 miles
- Cape Fear Wine & Beer - 0.6 miles
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