About this Property

Sleeps 7
3 Bedrooms
3 Bathrooms
Private vacation home
Approximately 1600 square feet

Sixth on the Park is just north of Market Street across from Bicentennial Park - walk to the Riverwalk! Constructed in 1996 and completely refurnished in early 2014, appreciate the comfort of recent construction while in the midst of historic homes from the late 1800s and early 1900s. The home has plenty of outdoor living space: a fenced in garden, a screened back porch and a welcoming sitting porch out front for greeting the neighbors out walking their dogs (family pets are welcome upon approval). Inside, Sixth on the Park features queen beds in the front and back bedrooms and a bunk bed that sleeps three in the middle bedroom (double bottom, single top).

Extremely close to Thalian Hall and only 6 blocks from the river boardwalk, you can conveniently walk to everything that makes downtown the place to be: casual to fine dining, hip coffee homes, museums, art galleries, antique stores, the amazing county library, horse drawn carriage rides, Stores of Old Wilmington or the Cotton Exchange, historic tours, Ghosts of Wilmington Tour, haunted pub crawls, Wilmington’s Farmer’s Market (April – December), the Azalea Festival (April), Riverfest (October), the Brooklyn Arts Center, the NC Battleship (take a ferry from Water St.), PPD, Cape Fear Community College, and the new convention center.

Feel the nighttime life and then walk back to the home for the peaceful of our comfortable home. If you have a car, there is one private parking spot at the end of the driveway and an abundance of complimentary on-street parking. Wrightsville beach is roughly a 15 min. car ride from the home with Carolina Beach, Kure Beach and Ft. Fisher (home to the NC Aquarium) being 30-45 mins. away. The city offers many spots for kids: Fit for Fun on 10th Street(ages 6 mo. to 5 yrs.), The Kids's Museum located downtown on 2nd and Orange (ages 2 to 10ish), Monkey Joe's, Jungle Rapids, skating rinks, an ice skating home, the list goes on.

Unwind and savor your stay... Get the best of what Cape Fear has to offer - the cultural attractions of downtown and the not-so-far-away beach!

Managed by Rachel de Faut, Broker, REALTOR, Sea River Realty

About the Area

Wilmington Historic District, a neighborhood in Wilmington, is home to this vacation home. 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. Traveling with kids? Consider Cape Fear Museum and Carolina Heights. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Special Instructions

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Know Before you Go

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Pet Policy

1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Finding the best rental home experience:

How to get the best rental value:

In the Southport area, The sooner you can reserve a home, the easier your search will be. The best rental homes are booked early. Booking your rental up to 12 months before your vacation dates is recommended. Winter holidays are excellent times to search for and reserve your vacation rental.
June, July, and August are high season in the Southport area. To get the best rental home within budget, we highly recommend reserving in the Fall or Spring. You'll enjoy lower rental rates, greater selection, warm weather and the absence of large crowds at popular attractions and restaurants.
Property management companies sometimes offer discounts for veterans and active duty military. Remember to ask your host or property manager if discounts are available for your group.
Property managers often offer their guests an option to obtain vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which generally will cost 1% - 5% of the reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for missed vacation time as a result of personal medical-related catastrophes or weather, as well as ensuing additional evacuation costs or charges, such as an unexpected hotel or extra fuel expenses. Trip insurance might be a a welcome relief if the unforeseen happens. Ask the property owner for specifics.
Look for your local Southport visitors guide upon checking in. If your rental home doesn't have one, you can find them at local grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers. In addition to great articles, travel guides contain offers and deals for local tours, shops, and attractions.

How to pick the perfect vacation rental in Wilmington:

Select a group lead, choose your vacation dates, and select a maximum budget.
Determine how many beds and what type of bedroom configuration you need. Beautiful 3BR Historic Downtown - walk to the river - off street parking has 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.
Precise descriptions of bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is commonly accessible online. If you don't see them listed, contact the host before you book the property. Remember that most properties list maximum guest capacity, which usually includes pull out couches in living rooms. You'll need to establish which bed configuration is suitable for your family.
Traveling with pets? Although a number of vacation homes allow pets or animals, guidelines and costs vary per property. Type of pet, size and breeds may be limited. Remember to ask the property manager before booking, and study your rental agreement! Additional fees or costs may be applied to your invoice.
Visiting for a specific attraction or event? Use a map search to locate nearby rentals.
Appropriate accessibility can make or break a vacation for those with limited mobility. .

Considerations for your stay:

Add the owner's information to your smartphone. Take a copy of check in/check out procedures.
Hosts are great sources of help! Feel free to ask any questions before, during, or after your stay.
Lock your vacation home while you are out and about. Protect your property!
To ensure that damages aren't attributed to your family's stay, record any problem areas when you arrive. message the rental manager right away to relay any issues. If there is a dispute about who is responsible, having a record of issues and contact attempts will be useful.
Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like disagreeable vacationers bothering your peaceful home. Employ the golden rule for best judgement. Happy residents may even recommend great beaches and places you would have never otherwise known!
Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Local residents can usually point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to find the fresh catch of the day, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for fishing?
Don't leave anything behind! Before you drive away, walk through the rental property to reconfirm you've collected all of your things. Re-check closets, dressers, garages, and bathrooms for hidden belongings. Clean out the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
Record a video to document the condition of the property.
Did you have a wonderful stay? Most rental home management companies make it easy for travelers to provide reviews. If your property and/or property management company was terrific, they will likely appreciate your kind words. If anything was out of order and they failed to fix it in a reasonable manner, or if the vacation rental wasn't as described, you'll want to make a note as part of your comments.