Classic estate home in heart of Downtown Wilmington curated for entertaining - Vacation rental home in Wilmington, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 6
• 3 Bedrooms
• 3 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 3836 square feet

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Feel downtown Wilmington in this charmingly restored high-end home complete with modern décor and social spaces intentionally upfit for appreciating yourself while impressing your guests. This darling getaway has remained one of Wilmington's most celebrated homes since 1844 and is the ideal place to host your downtown stay, hold corporate meetings and events, celebrate a significant birthday, host a graduation dinner, or receive guests as "mother-of-the-bride" or "father-of-the-groom" while providing exceptionally more hospitality than a hotel suite.

The location is simply unbeatable. This architectural gem is within walking distance of the Cape Fear riverfront and within a block of fashionable event venues, including The Atrium, Bakery 105, and St. Thomas Preservation Hall, award-winning eateries, music venues, water tours, appealing horse-drawn carriage tours, Historic Foundation, Historical Society, and Community Arts Center.

As you enter this marvelous home away from home, you will be greeted by rift-sawn heart pine floors, an impressionable staircase, and 12-foot ceilings displaying art. Discover a cavernous great room that can be separated into two separate living areas both furnished with handsome couches and chairs, carved granite fireplaces (decorative only nowadays), and many entertaining books. This space is ideal for entertaining and hosting meetings, events, or holidays with your appreciated ones. Spend countless hours chatting, planning your next adventures, and creating everlasting memories. The kitchen has been restored with luxury cooking appliances, which are hidden behind panels. The refrigerator is in the scullery kitchen and beside it is one of the two Bosch dishwashers. The modest oven is a Thermador speed oven. There is a Fulgor Milano undercabinet drawer that can be an additional frig, freezer, or wine cooler. There are two microwaves (one countertop and one drawer style). There is a Fulgor Milano gas range top, two kitchen sinks, and a coffee bar with an Espresso machine, coffee makers, toaster, and blender. The scullery kitchen can be closed off from the breakfast kitchen, if needed, and includes a rear entrance that can be accessed separately for catering. The home also features a covered front porch with stately columns fronting South 2nd Street, where you can dine alfresco, a back porch with breakfast seating, a side yard with hedges and a fountain, and a backyard for lawn games. A modern half-bath powder room is located on the first floor.

Upstairs, you will discover three charming bedrooms, a laundry room with a washer/dryer, two modern bathrooms, multiple conversation areas, and a rear balcony with a bench swing. The primary suite enjoys an en suite bathroom with a restored glass-enclosed shower and a roomy lounge area with a bespoke Cherrywood Japanese soaking tub. This space opens up to the laundry room. The two additional enormous bedrooms share one full-size bathroom with a shower in a deep tub. A cozy conversation “Tea” room adjoins the main hall upstairs - the ideal place to have memorable one-on-one conversations, catch up on your e-mail, and get lost in a game or book.

Things to Know
Check-in time: 4:00 p.m.
Check-out time: 10:00 a.m.
All guests shall abide by Vacasa’s good neighbor policy and shall not engage in illegal activity. Quiet hours are from 10:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m.
No smoking is allowed anywhere on the premises. No flames of any sort. All of the fireplaces are decorative only, fires (including candles) are not allowed.
The property is not appropriate for kids or kids’s events.
This property is managed by Vacasa North Carolina LLC.

Parking notes: There is complimentary parking available for 2 cars.

Security camera details: There are five active cameras on the exterior and one inside that is not activated during units.




Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

About the Area

Located in Wilmington, this vacation home is in the city center. The Cotton Exchange and Mayfaire Town Center are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Wrightsville Beach and Halyburton Park. 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. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like ecotours.

Special Instructions

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

Know Before you Go

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Our top Vacation rental booking tips:

Sticking to your rental budget:

• In the Southport area, The sooner you can book a rental home, the better your selection will be. The best rental properties are reserved early. Booking your rental property up to twelve months before your vacation is recommended. Christmas, Thanksgiving and New Years Eve are excellent times to search for and book your rental home.
• Summer months are the most expensive season in Wilmington. To find the best value, shift your family's Southport vacation week to the Spring or Fall seasons. May, September, and October offer warmer weather, less crowded beaches, and greatly reduced traffic. Many vacationers use this method to reserve larger homes, or to book a beach front vacation rental that would otherwise be unavailable or unaffordable during the Summer. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook the holidays for a Southport vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday on the coast? Christmas, Thanksgiving, and New Years Eve are great times to gather with friends and family at the beach.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may be qualified for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property manager or host whether your vacationing group qualifies for a special rate.
• Property managers frequently offer their guests an option to add vacation insurance protection. Trip insurance, which normally costs between 1% - 5% of the base stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any missed vacation time as a result of medical-related catastrophes or weather, as well as hurricane evacuation charges, such as an unexpected hotel or additional fuel expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a bank account-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask the property owner for details.
• Find a copy of your local Southport visitors guide magazine when you check-in. If your rental home doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers. In addition to great local articles, travel guide magazines have money saving offers on nearby attractions, tours, restaurants, and shops.

Make a plan and pick a perfect Southport vacation home:

• Choose a designated group leader, choose your dates, and select a max budget.
• Note the number beds and the bed configuration you need. Classic estate home in heart of Downtown Wilmington curated for entertaining has 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.
• Specific details about bedrooms and bed types is regularly available on booking websites. If they are not listed, call the property management company before booking your rental. Note that most properties list maximum guest capacity, which often includes pull-out couches and bunk beds.
• If your group is traveling with pets, filter your search for a property that allows animals. Request specifics on breed, size, and type requirements. Often, property owners require additional pet deposits and fees.
• If there's a certain Southport destination you simply love, look for properties that are either near by, or those that cater especially to your needs.
• Suitable accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for those with limited mobility. Make certain to ask about wheel chair entry, pool lifts and specialized equipment needs.

Considerations for your stay:

• Get the property manager's contact number and check in/check out procedures for your rental property.
• Property managers are there to help! Don't be shy to ask any questions before, during, or after your stay.
• Protect the rental owner (and your things!) by locking the rental while you are out, just like you would back home.
• Upon arrival, record any damages to the rental property and immediately contact the owner. Keep records of all coorespondence.
• Be respectful. Often times, adjacent homes are filled by local residents. Respecting late-night noise limits and parking rules reduces conflict and allows everyone to enjoy their day.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Locals can usually help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to charter a fishing boat, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for fishing?
• Double-check every room of the rental property to make sure that you've packed all of your belongings at check-out. Check bathrooms, dressers, and closets for hidden treasure. Clean out the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Document the condition of the property at check-out. We recommend taking a video during your final walk-through.
• Did your group have a wonderful stay? Many rental home management companies make it easy for guests to provide reviews. If your property and/or host was terrific, they always love to hear your praise. If anything was inoperable and they failed to fix it reasonably, or if the vacation rental wasn't described correctly, you'll want to make a note as part of your review.