Heaven on Seventh - Vacation rental home in Wilmington, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 9
• 4 Bedrooms
• 3 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 2800 square feet

This cavernous historic single family home with 4 bedroom and 2 1/2 baths, is located on a peaceful corner lot in Downtown Wilmington and is ideal for bigger family vacations and trips with friends. It was newly modernized and is nice, clean, and well appointed with many high end features.

With 2,900 sq ft of living space and high ceilings, there’s plenty of room for gatherings of up to 9 people. There are many windows throughout the home and natural light pours in, giving the home a cheerful ambiance.

The striking wrap around porch has a swing and seating on the front, and additional seating on the side that wraps around to back yard with a privacy fence. You’ll appreciate the inviting feeling of the porch when you’re hanging out in true southern style.

The home is arranged so that the entire first floor is gathering space and the entire second floor is sleeping space, and it makes it painless for guests to co-exist with different sleeping schedules. The roomy open concept living room has a sizable couch and additional comfortable seating and a intelligent TV. The colorful dining room has a long table and 8 chairs, and could seat 10.

The gourmet kitchen is located next to the dining room and features a commercial gas range, bespoke cabinetry, granite countertops, a breakfast nook, and all of the kitchen basics you’ll need so you can feed the whole crew.

There is a cute half bath located on the 1st floor.

Upstairs, there are 4 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms.

The upsized primary suite has a comfortable king bed, splendid natural light, a walk in closet, an office, and a enormous bathroom with tiled shower.

At the top of the stairs is a modest bedroom that would have originally been a nursery, but now has a queen sized bed and can sleep two. It’s ideal for the kids!

The other two bedrooms each have a comfortable queen size bed and closets, and can sleep two people each.

The remaining sleeping space is the sunroom located off of the primary suite and has a chic fold-down couch and linens.

The 2nd floor full bath in the hallway has nice tile work and a bathtub and shower. Next to that is a washer and dryer.

The backyard with a privacy fence is ideal for a family gathering. There is plenty of seating on the porch and additional seating in the yard. There is a modest play set for the kids too!

Located on a peaceful corner lot in the Castle Street Arts District, you’ll be able to appreciate peaceful relaxation while still being located close by coffee stores, eateries, antique stores, second hand stores, a record store, a convenience store, and ice cream. It’s also just a short 10 min. walk past handsome historic homes to get to downtown, the riverwalk, eateries, shopping, nightlife, entertainment, museums, and more. This home is located a short distance from Robert Strange Park, which has tennis courts, a exercise center, basketball court, and more.

Street parking is ample in this neighborhood.


You will find some water and snacks when you arrive.

Checkout: Checkout is 11am, but we can offer late checkout as availability accepts. 12pm checkout is $20, and 1pm checkout is $30. Please contact us first and if we can accommodate your late checkout, we will be happy to.

About the Area

Located in Wilmington, this vacation home is in the city center. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Wrightsville Beach and Carolina Beach. Traveling with kids? Consider Cape Fear Museum and Children's Museum of Wilmington. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, water skiing, and motor boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.

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

Pets not allowed

How to book the best Wilmington vacation home experience:

How to get the best rental value:

• The sooner you can book a rental home, the easier your search will be. The best rental homes are reserved early. Booking your vacation home 6-12 months before your vacation dates is recommended. Christmas, Thanksgiving and New Years Eve are excellent times to search for and reserve your rental home.
• June, July, and August are the most expensive months along the coast of NC. To find the best value, shift your family's Southport vacation to the Spring or Fall months. May, September, and even October offer warmer temperatures, less crowded beaches, and reduced traffic. Many vacationers use this method to find larger homes within budget, or to reserve an oceanfront 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? Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years are great times to gather with loved ones at the beach.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may be qualified for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective host if your vacationing group qualifies for a discount.
• Booking websites frequently offer renters an option to obtain trip insurance. Trip insurance, which normally will cost you anywhere between 1% - 5% of the base reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed vacation time as a result of personal medical-related catastrophes or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs or charges, such as an unexpected hotel overnight or additional fuel expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a life-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your host for more information.
• Look for your local visitors guide upon checking in. If your rental doesn't have one, you can find them at local grocery stores and visitor centers. In addition to great local information, visitor guide magazines have coupons for nearby shops and restaurants.

How to pick the perfect vacation home in the Southport area:

• Choose vacation week and maximum budget.
• Determine how many bedrooms and the configuration your group requires. Heaven on Seventh has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.
• Precise descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts & types is almost always accessible on booking pages. If they are not listed, contact the property management company before reserving the vacation home. Remember that most listings specify maximum guest capacity, which often includes sofa beds in living rooms. You will need to work out which bed configuration is right for your family.
• If your group is vacationing with pets, you'll need to book a rental that allows animals. Make sure to ask for specifics on breed, weight, and type restrictions. Usually, property managers charge pet deposits and fees.
• Looking for particular amenities? Most rental search websites include amenity lists and search filters. Filtering by amenity will allow you to quickly find the best rental home.
• Proper accessibility can make or break a vacation for guests with disabilities. Make certain to inquire about specialized equipment and wheel chair accessibility.

Some things to know before you go:

• Get the property manager's contact number and arrival/departure procedures for your rental property. We recommend storing the manager's contact information in your smartphone and wallet.
• Ask questions. You may need instructions for a fireplace, A/V setup or coffee maker. Contact your owner. They are there to help! A brief phone call can prevent many difficulties.
• Lock your rental while you are out. Protect your property!
• At Check-in, make note of any issues with the property and immediately contact the property manager. Record all correspondence in case a dispute arises.
• Respecting quiet hours and parking policies can make a stay more pleasurable. Be a good neighbor. You'll magnify your chance to make some new local friends, and resident neighbors are usually a fantastic source for finding the best local beaches.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Local residents can often point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to get the best seafood, have a great night out, or the best spots for crabbing?
• On check-out day, complete a walk-through to confirm you didn't leave anything behind. Make sure to check dressers, closets, and bathrooms for hidden items. Clean the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Document the condition of the property at check-out. We recommend taking a video during your final walk-through.
• Leave a review! Hosts rely on good feedback to stimulate more bookings. They'll be thankful for your feedback. Alternatively, if something went awry, other vacationing families will be thankful you shared your feedback and help them have the best future vacation. Please be fair with your feedback If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the manager had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded reasonably to fix it.