In the heart of Historic Old Wilmington, The Aether offers a one-of-a-kind getaway with its Steampunk-inspired design, luxury furnishings, and fine linens. Savor the sunset views from the rooftop bar or indulge in coffee downstairs before exploring art galleries and live music venues within walking distance.
Reviews
1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire apartment
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2
Popular amenities
Air conditioning
Laundry
The current price is ¥22,922
¥22,922
¥49,648 total
includes taxes & fees
May 27 - May 28
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About this property
The Aether - Luxe King -1 BLK 2 RVR- Free PKG
Excellent Location Overlooking Front St in the ❤ of Historic Old Wilmington, Complimentary Parking, Rooftop Bar w/ Sunset Views, Coffee Shop downstairs, a block to Riverwalk! Surrounded by art, culture, live music, local breweries, cafes, restaurants. Designed in the Steampunk Genre, a true airbnb experience full of fantasy, luxury furnishings, king bed, fine linens, historic heart pine floors & large windows! We had a blast designing “The Aether” & take pride in sharing it with you! The space Remodeled Sept 2020 - All of our creativity and love went into making The Aether a unique and luxurious getaway. We decided to create a twist on the port city feel by making it Steampunk influenced. From the portholes, to the ships galley designed with up-cycled furnishings, we created The Aether. We hope you enjoy all the fun details we put into making this a luxurious and fun getaway! Fresh steamed Luxury Linens & Bathrobes await you. Enjoy and relax in comfort as you read the story of Anne Bonny, the most famous female pirate to sail during the Golden Age....Join us in The Aether!
**This listing was completely remodeled after Hurricane Florence damaged the building extensively in 2018, with restoration ending June 2020, and our remodeling completed and re-listed Oct 2020** Guest access The condo is yours to enjoy, there are coin laundry machines located across the hallway. There is an elevator, but it is sometimes out of service. Other things to note The condo faces Front Street which is great for people watching and festivals, it may get noisy at night, definitely on Friday and Saturdays. We added thick cellular blinds and heavy black out draperies when we remodeled, and provide complimentary ear plugs for your comfort if needed. :-)
There is an elevator, I can NOT guarantee it will be working during your stay as it is original to the building and prone to being cranky. The condo is on the 2nd floor, there are marble stairs.
We pay for monthly parking in a public garage, with pedestrian access across the street from our building.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the apartment: WiFi
Food and drink
Paper towels
Bedrooms
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Comfort
Air conditioning
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Elevator
Smoking not allowed
Safety features
No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Check-out instructions
The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Check out is before 11:00am. Please text “checked-out 2A2” to Patty our cleaner at (910) 233-2530 once you’ve checked out. 🙏
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated 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
Downtown Wilmington, a neighborhood in Wilmington, is home to this apartment. City Stage Theatre and Burgwin-Wright House are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at 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. Visit our Wilmington travel guide
Is The Aether - Luxe King -1 BLK 2 RVR- Free PKG pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at The Aether - Luxe King -1 BLK 2 RVR- Free PKG?
As of May 26, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Aether - Luxe King -1 BLK 2 RVR- Free PKG on May 27, 2026 start from ¥22,922, excluding 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 Aether - Luxe King -1 BLK 2 RVR- Free PKG?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at The Aether - Luxe King -1 BLK 2 RVR- Free PKG?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is The Aether - Luxe King -1 BLK 2 RVR- Free PKG located?
Located in Downtown Wilmington, this apartment building is within a 5-minute walk of City Stage Theatre and Riverwalk. Burgwin-Wright House and Cape Fear River are also within 5 minutes.
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The Aether - Luxe King -1 BLK 2 RVR- Free PKG Reviews
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My friend and I had a wonderful stay. We felt perfectly safe having a night on the town, and could walk anywhere worth being for the nightlife. Absolutely recommend
My husband and I were traveling on our motorcycle and we needed a place to stay overnight. This place was perfect. We visit the battleship while we were there. It’s surrounded by many places to eat, so we were able to walk to the restaurant and back. It did however get very loud due to all the college students around but the host provided single use earbuds which did help.
Stayed here for Ironman 70.3 North Carolina. Close to everything and right along the run route. Finish line was behind the building. The Aether was clean, comfortable, beautifully decorated, and had everything we needed for a long weekend. A great getaway in a quaint town. Highly recommend The Aether!
The space was beautifully decorated. It was extremely comfortable and close to everything. Fri and Sat nights were loud due to the rooftop bar. Overall a great place!
Unbelievable location! "Too many" options for bars, restaurants, shopping and activities literally right outside the door. Electric car charging and super conveneient parking right across the street. Will most likely stay here again on our next trip since we just scratched the surface of what the area has to offer. Beautiful comfy condo as well.
This location is perfect if you want to take in the vibrant scene of downtown Wilmington and have a very short drive to Wrightsville Beach. We were able to walk to each restaurant we visited, and all were excellent!The property is precisely as advertised, in the heart of Wilmington. The king-size bed was very comfortable, and all linens, utensils, dishes and flatware were of very good quality.I was able to communicate often with the property host without any delays.Parking is very convenient with a garage directly across the street. Even on busy Saturday evening I was able to find a spot.I highly recommend this property, and we look forward to return!- Patrick & Tanya