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Smart TV
1 bedroom, premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, toaster

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
The current price is £202
includes taxes & fees
9 Jul - 10 Jul

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About the area

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Wilmington, NC

What's nearby

  • Riverwalk - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Cape Fear Community College - 17 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Wilmington Convention Center - 3 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Battleship North Carolina - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Live Oak Bank Pavilion - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Burger King - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Prost Biergarten - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Kilwins Chocolates & Ice Cream - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪The Husk Seed Store And Bar - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Anne Bonny's Bar and Grill - ‬13 min walk

About this property

The Yak Shack: Carriage House in Historic District - 4 blocks from Riverwalk

Guest house near Riverwalk
Close to University of North Carolina at Wilmington, The Yak Shack: Carriage House in Historic District - 4 blocks from Riverwalk has plenty to offer. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this guest house include:
  • Outdoor furniture and smoke-free property
Room features
All guest rooms at The Yak Shack: Carriage House in Historic District - 4 blocks from Riverwalk feature perks, such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with baths or showers and hairdryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Kitchenettes, fridges and microwaves

Property manager

Brittany & Ryan

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
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

Frequently asked questions

Is The Yak Shack: Carriage House in Historic District - 4 blocks from Riverwalk pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Yak Shack: Carriage House in Historic District - 4 blocks from Riverwalk?

As of 29 Jun 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Yak Shack: Carriage House in Historic District - 4 blocks from Riverwalk on 9 Jul 2025 start from £202.12, 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.

What time is check-in at The Yak Shack: Carriage House in Historic District - 4 blocks from Riverwalk?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Yak Shack: Carriage House in Historic District - 4 blocks from Riverwalk?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Yak Shack: Carriage House in Historic District - 4 blocks from Riverwalk located?

Located in Wilmington Historic District, this guesthouse is within a 15-minute walk of Latimer House and Riverwalk. Bellamy Mansion Museum and Children's Museum of Wilmington are also within 10 minutes.

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The Yak Shack: Carriage House in Historic District - 4 blocks from Riverwalk Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 53 out of 55 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 55 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 55 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 55 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 55 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, simple check in and out, everything we needed, very attractive property, close to downtown activities. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Krishna P.

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

Perfect location comfortable stay!

Clean and comfortable guest house, would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy d.

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

The Yak Shack

The cleanliness and comfortability of the property were amazing, definitely going to stay here next time!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rosmery

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Yak Shack is a true gem! Britany and Ryan are fantastic hosts—warm, welcoming, and attentive. The carriage house is cozy, spotless, and perfectly located in the heart of the historic district. Highly recommend for a relaxing, unforgettable stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Curtis P.

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

Anniversary trip

Place was nice and a good neighborhood, close to the river walk
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan C.

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

A great Getaway!

Went for a quick trip to getaway and sightsee a little. The room was super clean and had so many little added touches, to help make the stay super convenient. Great location we were minutes from everywhere we wanted to go and check out!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole A.

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

Great place for Solo or Couples Trip

Loved the location - easy walking around! Lovely communication with hosts - very responsive! Appreciated fully stocked coffee bar and water in the fridge! We will be back for our next Wilmington trip!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kay D.

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

Yak Shack is so nice

Everything in the Yak Shack is clean and modern. The hosts are personable and helpful. Highly recommend staying here
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter Q.

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

Yak shack is the spot

Fantastic location, clean, good amenities and fantastic hosts. My go to spot in Wilmington, NC moving forward.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Delaura B.

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

Awesome spot

Perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauren K.

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

Great Downtown Getaway

One of the best VRBOs we have stayed in. So clean and tidy, super comfy bed and lots of nice personal touches. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michele B.

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

Great Getaway

The Yak Shack was a beautiful, clean, quaint and secluded get away nestled under an ancient oak within walking distance of historic downtown Wilmington. Brittany and Ryan were great hosts. Quick and easy check-in. We will definitely visit The Yak Shack in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie T.

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

Tasteful and comfy!

The Yak Shack was easy to find and situated in a great location very close to downtown. It was nicely appointed, very clean and super comfortable. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy T.

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

Perfect

First time staying at VRBO. Everything was just perfect. Room was so cute, very clean, unique, so quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shannon P.

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

Excellent! Highly recommend

We give the Yak Shack 5/5 stars! Cozy atmosphere, wonderful hosts with great hospitality and amenities, great location with lots to do in the area. Walking distance to restaurants, shopping, breweries, downtown, and waterfront! We are already looking forward to our next visit!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deanna H.

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

Great stay!

Brittany and Ryan were great communicators and have thought of EVERYTHING! The space is charming and the bed is so comfy! Walking distance to the Riverfront! We appreciated the personal note and all the extras! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jillian S.

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

Amazing!!

The Yak Shack was perfect! It was clean, charming, and had everything we needed. Brittany and Ryan were incredibly accommodating and wonderful hosts. The location is excellent, within walking distance to downtown. I highly recommend and will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Arnie B.

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

The Yak Shack Is The Place to Stay

Brittany & Ryan’s place is the place to be when visiting Wilmington. The Yak Shack is beautiful, has fantastic parking and is close to everything. Thanks for a real good time.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Megan D.

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

Adorable shack

The yak shack was adorable and very well stocked. They even had a whole drawer full of travel size toiletries. We will definitely stay here again since our son will be at uncw.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Monica Y.

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

Yak Back

Brittany & Ryan were great hosts. Within walking distance to the Riverwalk, great restaurants & shops. Very clean and neat, had everything you need. Definitely will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

elyse u.

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

Perfect in every way!

Beautiful space with all the amenities and provisions. Very responsive owners. Clean with a super comfy bed and walking distance to the river, restaurants and bars. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Madison L.

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

Perfect place, just what we needed!

Had a great weekend trip to Wilmington / Wrightsville beach during our stay at the Yak Shack! Brittany and Ryan were very attentive hosts and sent us lots of recommendations for the area (since it was our first time visiting Wilmington). The place was clean and cute, just what we needed for the weekend getaway! Will definitely be returning :)
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

anthony f.

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

Excellent!!!

Perfect location and walking distance to so much. This cute and cozy studio apartment has everything you need. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

mark n.

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

Immaculate accomodation

Very clean and well appointed Lodging. Short walk to Riverwalk and Downtown. Brittany and Ryan were polite and accommodating. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Renee B.

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

Book the Yak Shack now!

The Yak Shack was a perfect place for my husband and I to stay for a weekend trip to visit family close by. Everything was pristine in the apartment. Comfortable bed, cool decor, great location and easy parking. Brittany and Ryan were super friendly and available for questions. Would definitely stay again when we’re back in town.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024