About this Property

Sleeps 8
3 Bedrooms
3 Bathrooms
Private vacation home

The Historical Retreat aka Eilers House offers a convenient location for guests who seek the ideal blend of historical appeal and modern amenities. Located in the historic district of downtown Wilmington, 8 miles from Wrightsville beach, this luxury getaway is in walking distance to multiple wedding and entertainment venues. With comfortable accommodations and painless access to key districts, it provides the ideal balance of work and leisure.

Kitchen Equipment: silverware, mixing bowls, measuring cups, pots + pans, glasses, plates, bowls, cake stand, baking stone, glass mugs, ladle, spoons, canisters, copper mugs, ceramic ice cream cones, wine glasses, tea kettle, mugs, tubber ware, waffle iron, blender, food processor, juicer, strainers, zester, ice cream scoop, knives, pizza cutter, whisk, shears, cutting boards, travel mugs, hand mixer, rolling pin, air fryer, Nespresso, baking sheets, cake pan, cast iron pans.

About the Area

Located by the sea, Lux Historic Dist. – Walking Distance to Riverwalk is in Wilmington Historic District, a neighborhood in Wilmington. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Wrightsville Beach and Carolina Beach, while Bellamy Mansion Museum and Cape Fear Museum are cultural highlights. Children's Museum of Wilmington and Carolina Heights are also worth visiting. Jet skiing, kayaking, and parasailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours nearby.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Wilmington rental property booking tips and tricks:

Finding your perfect rental:

Summertime is high season in the Southport area. To get the best rental for your budget, we suggest reserving in Fall or Spring months. You'll enjoy lower rates, better selection, warm weather and the absence of giant crowds at the beach and popular Southport attractions. Many vacationers use this strategy to find larger homes within budget, or to book a beach front vacation rental that would otherwise be unavailable during June, July, and August. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook Winter holidays for a Southport vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday vacation near the ocean? Christmas, Thanksgiving, and New Years Eve are great times to gather with friends and family at the beach.
Reserve your vacation rental as early as possible. Rental schedules usually open a year in advance (or in September just after the Summer season ends). Many groups book their Summer rentals during Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years Eve gatherings. Book before these holidays for best selection.
Veterans and Active Duty Military members may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective vacation rental company or host whether your vacationing group qualifies for a special promotion or discount.
Property management companies usually offer customers an option to obtain trip insurance. Trip insurance, which commonly will cost you 1% - 5% of the reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed vacation time as a result of personal medical-related emergencies or weather disasters, as well as hurricane evacuation charges, such as an unexpected hotel stay or extra gas expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a life-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask the property owner for specifics.
Find a copy of your local visitors guide upon checking in. If your rental doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local grocery stores and visitor centers. In addition to great articles, travel guides contain deals for nearby accommodations, tours and attractions.

Use filters to narrow your rental search:

Begin by selecting your the best vacation week and a max budget.
Decide how many beds and the bed configuration your family needs. Lux Historic Dist. – Walking Distance to Riverwalk has 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.
Precise descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts is regularly accessible on booking websites. Otherwise, reach out to the property manager before reserving the home. Note that most property listings specify the maximum guest capacity, which oftentimes includes sofa beds in living rooms.
Visiting for a single event? If so, use a map search to browse nearby rentals.
Proper accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for persons with a disability. Confirm all required amenities are included before reserving a rental.
Are you traveling with furry, four-legged family members? 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. Make sure to ask before booking, and study your agreement! Extra fees or charges could be applied to your contract.

Know before you go:

Be sure you get the host's contact number and entry/exit procedures for your rental home. Put the host's contact information in your smartphone and wallet.
Upon arrival, document any damages to the rental property and immediately alert the owner. Record all coorespondence.
Ask questions. You may want instructions for a hot tub, stereo or washer/dryer. Contact your property manager. They are there to help! A brief text message prevents a lot of issues.
Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking rules can make a stay significantly more pleasurable. You'll increase your chance to make local friends, and resident neighbors are often a fantastic resource to find the best local attractions.
Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Residents can typically help. Who better to ask where to order the best nachos, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for bird watching?
Lock your vacation home while you're away. Keep your property safe!
Re-check the vacation property to confirm that you've packed all of your belongings at check-out. Re-check bathrooms, garages, and back yards for hidden treasure. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
Go through the rental one final time and look for damages to contents or the property itself. We suggest inspecting the property with the host whenever you can. If the manager is not available, remember to take pictures of the property to record its condition at check-out.
Did your group have a excellent stay? Most rental managers make it easy for travelers to provide feedback. If your rental and/or property management company was terrific, they would love to hear it. If anything was defective and they failed to correct it reasonably, or if the vacation rental wasn't described correctly, you'll want to make a note as part of your review.