General Features[>
- Arcade/game room
- Foosball table
- Games
- Air conditioning
- Barbecue grill
- Bed sheets provided
- Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware/dishes/utensils
- Deadbolt lock
- Dining room
- Dining table
- Dishwasher
- English
- Fenced yard
- Free WiFi
- Garden
- Hair dryer
- Heating
- Iron/ironing board
- Living room
- Microwave
- Near the sea
- Onsite parking
- Oven
- Patio
- Pet friendly
- Refrigerator
- Shower
- Smart TV
- Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
- Smoke-free property
- Spices
- Stovetop
- Toaster
- Towels provided
- Travel crib
- Unit size: 2106 sq ft (196 sq m)
- Washing machine and dryer
- Sleeps 10
- 4 Bedrooms
- 2 Bathrooms
- Private vacation home
- Approximately 2106 square feet
Ideal for families, groups, and beach trips with dogs, The Oriole offers comfort, entertainment, and one of Wilmington's most convenient locations.
As evening falls, the backyard transforms into a really special space. A impressive, professionally lit tree glows at nighttime, creating a warm, magical ambiance for fireside gatherings, peaceful moments under the lights, and memorable evenings outdoors. Guests consistently comment on how unique and peaceful this space feels after dark.
Why Guests Appreciate This Home
✔ Dog-friendly with a entirely fenced backyard
✔ Minutes to Wrightsville Beach (3 miles)
✔ 1 mile to UNCW
✔ Game room with classic arcade games
✔ Firepit, grille, bocce ball, horseshoes, & attractively lit tree
✔ Single-level home with simple access throughout
✔ Super comfortable beds
✔ Grand circular drive with parking for multiple cars + room for a boat
The Space
- 4 bedrooms | 2 full bathrooms
- Sleeps up to 10 guests
- Single-level 2,100 sq ft ranch home
- Upscale coastal-modern décor refreshed November 2025
Sleeping Arrangements
- Bedroom 1: King bed
- Bedroom 2: King bed
- Bedroom 3: Queen bed
- Bedroom 4: Two full futon beds
Comforters are supplied on each bed. Extra blankets and pillows are located in the bedroom closets.
Entertainment & Outdoor Living
Game Room
- Foosball
- Darts
- Arcade table with 412 classic games including Pac-Man, Donkey Kong, Galaga & Frogger
Outdoor Conveniences
- Firepit with 8 Adirondack chairs
- Gas grille
- Custom-constructed bocce ball & horseshoe court
- Substantial fenced yard — ideal for kids and dogs
- Handsomely lit backyard tree creating a magical evening ambiance — ideal for calming by the firepit, evening conversations, and memorable nighttime photos
Kitchen & Family-Friendly Features
Well-supplied kitchen with full appliance options
Includes air fryer for fast, painless meals
Pack 'n' play & high chair available
Coffee maker - regular drip & Keurig
Popcorn machine
Location – Central & Convenient
3 miles to Wrightsville Beach
1 mile to UNCW
Painless access to Wrightsville Beach, UNCW, downtown Wilmington, shopping, dining, and local attractions.
Guests consistently rave about how central and convenient this Wilmington location is — making it easy to appreciate the beach, campus, and city without long drives.
Pet Policy
Dogs Only – No Exceptions
- Absolutely no cats
- No family pets other than dogs allowed
- min. of 2 dogs
- Pet fee: $50 per dog
Dogs must be home-trained, kenneled when unattended, and kept off furnishings. Guests are responsible for all pet-related damage and additional cleaning. Failure to pick up after pets or violation of this policy will result in additional costs. Undisclosed pets may result in removal without refund.
House Rules (Please Review Before Booking)
- Minimum age to book: 25
- No events or events
- Quiet hours: 10:00 PM – 7:00 AM
- Registered guests only
- Respect neighbors and property
- Check-in is after 4:00 PM and check-out is before 11:00 AM
- This home offers self check-in with an electronic code, which will be sent prior to your arrival via e-mail.
- Linens included based on the number of guests in the reservation. Please ensure all guests are accurately listed when booking.
- Please review the cancellation policy before booking.
- This is a no smoking property.
Ideal For
✔ Families
✔ Groups of friends
✔ UNCW visitors
✔ Beach trips with dogs
✔ Guests needing outdoor space & parking
Professionally cleaned and thoughtfully outfitted for short-term stays.
Book With Confidence
From the super-cozy beds, classy décor, and completely supplied home, to the game room, firepit, and spectacular backyard, The Oriole is designed for a memorable Wilmington stay.
Book now, prime dates fill quickly.
About the Area
Located in Wilmington, this vacation home is by the sea. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Wrightsville Beach and Carolina Beach. Traveling with kids? Consider Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park, or check out an event or a game at Trask Coliseum.
Special Instructions
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Pet Policy
Pets allowed
Nearby Restaurants
- Blue Surf Café - 0.2 miles
- Might As well Bar & Grill - 0.2 miles
- Clean Eatz - 0.3 miles
- Mission BBQ - 0.5 miles
- The Golden Chicken - 0.5 miles
- Hibachi Grill Supreme Buffet - 0.5 miles
- Bdobo Mongolian Grill - 0.5 miles
- Szechuan 132 Chinese Restaurant - 0.5 miles
Nearby Activities
- Wrightsville Beach Museum of History - 3.9 miles
- Cape Fear Museum - 4.1 miles
- Cameron Art Museum - 4.6 miles
- Halyburton Park - 4.7 miles
- Johnnie Mercers Pier - 4.7 miles
- Greenfield Lake Park - 4.7 miles
- The Cotton Exchange - 4.8 miles
- Wilmington Railroad Museum - 4.8 miles
Nearby Shopping
- Cameron Art Museum - 4.6 miles
- Old Wilmington City Market - 4.7 miles
- Port City Peddler - 1.6 miles
- Ivy Cottage (The) - 2.3 miles
- New River Pottery - 1.0 miles
- Charles Jones African Art - 1.3 miles
- Carmike 16 - 1.5 miles
- A Taste of Italy - 1.8 miles
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