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Unique deluxe houseboat at Port City Marina named the “Sea Ranch”

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Outdoor dining
Exterior
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
TV
Private kitchen
Reviews
10

Exceptional

Entire house boat

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
    KitchenKitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioningAir conditioning
  • Dryer
    DryerDryer
  • Washer
    WasherWasher
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendlyPet friendly

Explore the area

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Wilmington, NC
  • Popular LocationRiverwalk1 min walk
  • Popular LocationLive Oak Bank Pavilion5 min walk
  • Popular LocationWilmington Convention Center8 min walk
  • AirportWilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)6 min drive

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.

Unique deluxe houseboat at Port City Marina named the “Sea Ranch”

Stay on the water in unique upscale houseboat, a”boatominium” with luxury throughout - floating at dock on the Cape Fear River. Within walking distance to historic Wilmington, Live Oak concert arena, river walk, restaurants, museums and convention center.

The accommodations: Two bedrooms, two full baths and two spacious living areas, fully equipped kitchen, dining area and three decks with seating, outside dining and bar.

Linens, complimentary coffee and toiletries included as well as free parking.

Upscale and well appointed furnishing in spacious 1500 sq foot space with washer and dryer and electric fireplace.

Beautiful river and harbor views.

Property manager

Johnsie Beck

Property amenities

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap
  • Hair dryer

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 1 total (up to 20 lbs per pet)
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 20 lbs per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Children upper 5 years allowed

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
Parties and events are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 12
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

About the neighborhood

Wilmington

This houseboat is located in Wilmington Historic District, a neighborhood in Wilmington. Children's Museum of Wilmington and Magnolia Greens Golf Plantation 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. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College or Legion Stadium.
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What's nearby

  • Riverwalk - 1 min walk
  • Live Oak Bank Pavilion - 5 min walk
  • Wilmington Convention Center - 8 min walk
  • Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College - 9 min walk
  • Battleship North Carolina - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Half - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Edward Teach Brewing - ‬12 min walk
  • Marina Grill
  • ‪Mellow Mushroom Wilmington - Downtown - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Palate Bottle Shop & Reserve - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Unique deluxe houseboat at Port City Marina named the “Sea Ranch” pet-friendly?

Yes, this houseboat allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 20 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at Unique deluxe houseboat at Port City Marina named the “Sea Ranch”?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Unique deluxe houseboat at Port City Marina named the “Sea Ranch”?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Unique deluxe houseboat at Port City Marina named the “Sea Ranch” located?

Located in Wilmington Historic District, this houseboat is within a 5-minute walk of Riverwalk and Live Oak Bank Pavilion. Wilmington Convention Center and Wilmington Railroad Museum are also within 10 minutes.

Unique deluxe houseboat at Port City Marina named the “Sea Ranch” Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Helene S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Experience
My friend and I stayed at the Sea Ranch in mid May and had an absolutely wonderful time. The unit is clean, nicely appointed, and it was everything that the pictures and write up said it would be. We spent the majority of our time sitting on the upper outside deck, enjoying the view of the marina and beautiful sunsets. We loved that the boat was located just steps from the River Walk and there were many restaurants and shops within easy walking distance. It's important to note that each of the house boats are one right next to another in a long row, so when you're out on the deck, if it's a busy time, others will be on their deck as well, so there's little to no privacy. Also, there are no USB ports in the unit and Wi-Fi reception is poor at best. Be sure to bring outlet plugs with a USB port. I took one star off on Communication only because I forgot an item on the boat and I texted the host twice and never heard back. Overall, we loved our Wilmington trip and staying on a house boat made it all the more fun and unique.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic Time!
Our stay on the Sea Ranch could not have been more fun. The location, the house boat itself, everything was beautiful! I was stunned at the interior design and personal touches by the owner that made our trip extra special. It was an unforgettable 50th anniversary experience! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing stay!!
Clean, detailed, comfortable and all- around amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary Jo R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spectacular House Boat
We loved the Sea Ranch! The place is truly fantastic, beautifully decorated and charming. It was surprisingly spacious, with a lovely covered porch area, and comfy living room on the second floor. The beds were comfy too and it was clean, clean, clean. Great for 4 people. The host was terrific too. Our best VRBO to date!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best Holiday Ever!
Wow! Holiday on a Luxury Boat Home! Nestled in the Marina in Wilmington is the most fabulous community, The Cove. The Sea Ranch home in The Cove community is beautiful and well appointed. Exquisitely clean, this home boasts a great kitchen with everything you need including a top of the line Keurig Coffee Pot/KCup. There are two living areas, two nice bedrooms (one upstairs and one down) each with their own en-suite. We spent most of our time relaxing and enjoying the upper deck that has amazing views of the river and the marina. The upper deck has its own outside bar as well! We felt extremely safe on the docks and enjoyed the close proximity to everything along the Riverwalk and downtown Wilmington. You can walk to restaurants, bars and shows. Designated parking was close as well. So much to enjoy at the Sea Ranch! We are so excited to return in the spring!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jon B., Wilmington NC

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
We had a great time and the property is as represented. YouTube TV service was not available but we were able to stream something from one of our services to watch the ball drop.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

John S.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Perfect Wilmington Getaway
The Sea Ranch is as beautiful as it is clean! The perfect stay while visiting Wilmington that allows you to be close to all but provides a very unique experience. It provides the luxury of space and certain amenities that a hotel room just can not. The host was extremely helpful and accommodating and very quick to answer any questions. We very much look forward to staying at the Sea Ranch again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brittany H.

Liked: Cleanliness
WOW!!!!
The word all four of us used upon entering the boathouse, “WOW”!!!! Beautifully decorated, CLEAN, comfortable and 100% inviting. Of all the boathouses along the pier, it had to be the nicest one. When you can sleep straight through the night (not having to get up) you know you slept sooooo good!!!! Easy walk to all the restaurants and shopping. Nice view of all the boats in the marina. LOVE, LOVE, LOVED the upstairs outside deck. So comfy and welcoming. Overall, AWESOME place to stay!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay!
The Sea Ranch is adorable! The little community of houseboats was inviting and very clean. All seem very well maintained. Had a great meal at the Marina Grill and enjoyed the music from our patio. Recommend. Property owner was wonderful to work with!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katherine P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Houseboat Heaven
We had a fun weekend! The houseboat was well equipped and comfortable. We spent most of our time on the top deck enjoying the view. It was a unique experience that I will likely do again, especially when bands I like perform at the River Oaks Pavilion nearby.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023