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The Artist's Cottage is the ideal home away from home!

Cottage in Wilmington with kitchen and balcony

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
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Tucked away between Wrightsville and Carolina Beach, this quaint 465sf Cozy Cottage offers a private retreat in the heart of Wilmington's popular Masonboro section. With an open floor plan design, queen size bed, full kitchen minus a dishwasher and Keurig for coffee and tea. Unwind on the small brick private patio with roses seasonally or enjoy shared spaces like the fire pit.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 243 sq m

Popular amenities

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

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About this property

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

The Artist's Cottage is the ideal home away from home!

Adults only, (all guests must be 21 or older). Two guests max!!! Also, I get a lot of requests for small pets. Due to safety and health concerns, I cannot accommodate any pets at all. That includes service or support animals. No 3rd party bookings. The person booking, must be the person staying and the person that's name is on the account. The cottage is to the rear left of my property behind the main house where I reside. If you look at the aerial photo, you can see the proximity the cottage is to the house. It's about a 25 foot distance. It is very private though but for purposes of full disclosure, some outdoor spaces are visible from my ring cameras. For instance, my ring camera at my back door can pick up who enters the back yard and cottage but does not pick up images from inside the cottage or the private back patio to the cottage. I also have a ring camera on my front door that can see the driveway. That being said, you’re going to love the privacy and the location of this quaint cottage, tucked away smack dab between Wrightsville and Carolina Beach in the popular Masonboro section of Wilmington. For those unfamiliar with Wilmington, this area is not only very desired, but also very safe! The driveway is not paved and the path to the cottage is also unpaved but has concrete stepping stones that lead you to the cottage door. The middle space in the parking area is the designated space for the cottage. There is only one parking space designated for the cottage. If you have a friend or family member stop by for a visit, they will need to park in the street in front of my house. If you are interested in booking the cottage, please note: No parties or events. No smoking or vaping of anything inside cottage or patio room. No pets of any kind including service animals. Not suitable for children. Guests must be twenty one and older. Two guest max. Please do not remove any artwork from walls, including the nude woman pencil drawing in the bathroom. If the artwork in my home offends anyone, it is best they don't book a stay at the cottage.

This 465sf Cozy Cottage comes with all the necessary amenities for a comfortable stay. Amenities also include washer and dryer, the full kitchen minus a dishwasher, Keurig for coffee, tea, pots, pans, dishes, utensils, etc... A small brick private patio off the back of the cottage has a table and two chairs, a lion fountain, and roses and flowers seasonally. Other outdoor spaces include the fire pit and the patio room. The fire pit and patio room are shared spaces but your back patio is all for you. Please note that there is no smoking or vaping of anything inside the patio room. All vaping and smoking must be done outside. The cottage has an open floor plan design with a queen size bed. There is also a small drop leaf table (that gets much larger), and two chairs that can be used for eating, a work space, or for playing board games on a rainy day. The large flat screen tv is a roku smart tv with streaming capability. Use the Spectrum App provided to access basic channels or use your own apps like Netflix, Prime, Hulu, HBO, etc... There is also a dvd player and a library of fun dvds. For a full list of amenities, click to see amenities.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Street parking available
  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: No vaping.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the marina

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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 465 square feet

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

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

Rules

First and foremost, absolutely NO GUNS OR WEAPONS allowed on property!!! If you feel you must have a gun, you will need to stay somewhere else.
The second most important rule, is the use of illegal drugs are not permitted anywhere on property.
No hair dies may be used in cottage as it may cause staining of towels, shower curtain, floor mat, etc... Also, bath towels may not leave cottage.

Pets

Pets not allowed
Note from host: Including service animals. Sorry.

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No vaping.

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 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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
The Is The Ideal Away From
The Cottage is the Ideal Home Away From Home! Cottage
The Cottage is the Ideal Home Away From Home! Wilmington
The Cottage is the Ideal Home Away From Home! Cottage Wilmington

About the area

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Wilmington, NC

What's nearby

  • Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park - 9 min drive - 5.4 km
  • University of North Carolina at Wilmington - 10 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Airlie Gardens - 14 min drive - 11.0 km
  • Mayfaire Town Center - 16 min drive - 14.5 km
  • Wrightsville Beach - 22 min drive - 18.2 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Zaxby's Chicken Fingers & Buffalo Wings - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪El Cerro Grande - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Smoke House at Monkey Junction - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Artist's Cottage is the ideal home away from home! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Artist's Cottage is the ideal home away from home!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Artist's Cottage is the ideal home away from home!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Artist's Cottage is the ideal home away from home! located?

Situated in Wilmington, this cottage is 3.1 mi (5 km) from Halyburton Park and within 6 miles (10 km) of University of North Carolina at Wilmington and Long Leaf Park. Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park and Screen Gems Studios are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Reviews

The Artist's Cottage is the ideal home away from home! Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

10

Staff & service

10

Eco-friendliness

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 177 out of 184 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 184 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 184 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 184 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 184 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ed H.

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

Karen and Ed's cottage

What a beautiful place. Your cottage has rissen to the top of our places to revisit. I strongly recommend Ft. Fischer for beaching and a ferry ride to Southport is a must.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacob W.

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

We loved this place!

The cottage and location was perfect. Clean, well decorated, and close to everything we wanted to do and all the restaurants we wanted to visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Kip D.

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

cottage

nice place. a tad too cluttered, left minimal room for bags.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colleen A.

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

Great place

Great cozy home away from home set with all the amenities for a beach vacation!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda W.

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

Cute cottage

I loved every little detail!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

tim w.

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

Inviting

Clean comfortable stay with gracious owner. Made for lovely stay
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shirley D.

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

Great getaway

We absolutely loved it, the place was perfect for us!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Wonderful cottage

Lovely cottage, extremely well appointed, lots of art; we found everything we needed there. Perfect location for our visit to Wilmington. The cottage was thoughtfully furnished with items to entertain ourselves, help us learn more about the area, and make our stay extra nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan B.

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

Wilmington home away from home

Always enjoy staying at The Artist’s Cottage. Clean, comfortable and artistically decorated. Conveniently located for our needs too. A big thanks to the host.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas C.

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

A Perfect Getaway

Great location, comfortable setting, great outdoor areas. The property manager was very courteous and accessible. Will definitely be staying again!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Bridget W.

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

Great Place to Stay in Wilmington

The cottage was perfect for 2 people. Space was very clean and had very thing we needed.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth N.

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

Happy Guests

Patti was gracious and the ultimate host. She provided for every need and we had a wonderful stay. Can't recommend her accommodations enough!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve R.

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

Secure Neighborhood

Very comfortable accommodations and security of neighborhood
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill U.

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

Adorable Artist’s Cottage

This was our second stay at this beautiful cottage. The host thought of everything we could have needed plus things we didn’t know we needed! It is cozy, beautifully decorated inside and out. The location is also ideal; you can get into the Wilmington River Walk area or to your choice of beaches within 15-20 minutes! We will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa H.

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

An Artists Sanctuary

Patti went above and beyond in making her home, feel cozy and stocked with all the comfort of home. I highly recommend, and will absolutely be staying again for my next trip to Wilmington.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathy N.

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

Cozy and Quiet

Cute little place just the right size for our quick trip to NC for a race. The cottage was clean and plenty of amenities during our stay. Close to restaurants and amenities. Patti was quick to answer our questions and calls. Had the pleasure of meeting her the day before we left.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

karen r.

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

Wilmington getaway

The cottage was adorable, clean and comfortable! The outside garden and yard were an added bonus! Only complaint was maybe too many knick knack on every surface, hard to put your stuff down because it was so decorated. I will recommend to friends and family!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul G.

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

Lovely Cottage

The host Patti was very nice and made sure we had everything we needed. The place is quiet and private, perfect for a couple or single person. Everything is as advertised. We were very satisfied with our experience and will stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard V.

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

What a charming space!

This charming cottage was the perfect place for a brief visit to Wilmington. The owner has gone out of her way to decorate the entire space, inside and out, in a creative, fun, and peaceful way, and the care and forethought put into all amenities and details absolutely shows. It is private, quiet, and safe. Easy access to the property and in a great location. I will definitely stay here again should the need arise!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda F.

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

The Artist's Cottage was perfect for me!

I sincerely enjoyed my 5-night stay at The Artist's Cottage. It was the perfect jumping-off spot for visiting friends in Wilmington, without imposing on their homes. The cottage is the perfect size for one or two people, and it had every amenity that I needed for my stay. The cottage was quiet and peaceful, and the surrounding yard (with both a deck and screened porch) was absolutely gorgeous.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Connie W.

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

This place is a gem!!

I stayed here when I attended my son's graduation from UNCW and I couldn't have been more pleased. The private patio area is wonderfully relaxing and I enjoyed having coffee out there in the mornings and wine in the evenings! Everything I needed for my weekend stay was in the property. Very comfortable and luxurious bedding and towels made me feel like I was at the spa! You won't be disappointed!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lucy C.

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

Beautiful time on Masonboro Loop

This is a lovely little cottage for one or two people. It has been furnished and decorated with great care. It is in a quiet neighborhood and it's like staying overnight in a garden. My only concern was that the older model air conditioner was noisy. Other than that, no complaints!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kim H.

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

Phenomenal!

Our host, Patti was phenomenal! We received detailed information about the property and amenities welll in advance before we arrived. Everything was just as the pictures showed. Patti was helpful with restaurant and beach choices. She also gave us information regardinging "snowbird" ideas!! We enjoyed the quaintness of the property and the peace and quiet!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Sue S.

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

Wilmington Cottage Get away

My sister-in-law and I were very pleased with the cottage and it's location. Our furtherest point of interest was 15 minutes away. The neighborhood was quiet and we enjoyed not hearing conversations down the hall or upstairs, lol. We HATED the Roku TV and had many problems finding something to watch.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

A L.

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

Beautiful Getaway To Remember

Our first stay at a VRBO property was a vacation to remember. The Artist’s Cottage was a true masterpiece inside and outside. Each day of our stay we found a new detail that inspired us toward our own artistic discovery. From knitting needles, yarn and a how~to book, to drawing materials, origami, taro cards, and a guitar. It is easy to loose yourself in this property and never want to leave. The artist and designer of this cottage, Patti Sutherland, made the booking, check~in and check~out process seamless. She made herself available for questions and suggestions on beaches, restaurants and more. Thank~you for your hospitality! We will see you again!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024