Stairway to Historic Charm! - Vacation rental home in Wilmington, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 12
• 4 Bedrooms
• 4 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

2400 sqft of comfortable living for up to 12 on the 2nd and 3rd floor of the home.

Your stay puts you right in the middle of everything going on in downtown Wilmington. You will be staying a block and a half from the new Wilson performing arts center, one block from the Brooklyn Arts center, 4 blocks from the north end of the Brooklyn arts District, 3 blocks from the cotton exchange, and 5 blocks from the Market and Water Street intersection. Wrightsville beach is a short 20 min uber or lyft ride, along with Carolina Beach being a 30 min drive. The home is close to eateries, dining, and all the downtown nightlife.

HA rules do not allow for the property to be rented to guests under 26 years of age or guests under 26 that are not family members.

The home is a historic property that was divided into an upstairs and downstairs apt's. The apt's have separate entrances and only share the front porch and backyard (less patio) as common areas. Parking is located in the backyard at the rear of the property, this unit gets 2 spaces two deep one car in front of the other. This leaves two spots deep for the downstairs unit. The property is monitored with a security system. The home next door is being completely remodeled. Construction noise maybe present during working hours, as a note the bedrooms are on the opposite side of the home, if traveling with younger guests. If bringing family family pets I must be notified and the animals must be approved prior to arrival. No pets over 50lbs

Rules
-Quiet hours 10pm-7am, no congregating on the porch after 10pm. The downstairs bedroom is adjacent to the porch. Zero tolerance for disturbing the tenants in the other unit. Guests will be responsible for reimbursement which will equal this units nightly amount. ***Please note if you are looking for a place to throw a event please look for another listing. If identified as violating this policy you will be removed from the property immediately along with surrendering the security deposit. You will also be responsible for covering the nightly reservation costs of the other guests. ***
- no pets on the furnishings, pets must have their feet wiped before going upstairs
- pet cleaning costs will be based on the companies assessment and charge if excessive cleaning is required.
- Please remove shoes to help preserve the wood floors and furnishings and also for the consideration of the downstairs guests.
- do not move around the furnishings and furnishings to avoid damaging the furnishings or unit, damage to items or unit will be deducted from security deposit.
- make-up remover wipes are included any linens stained by makeup or negligence will be deducted from the security deposit.
-Smoking, burning, bbq with a grille or anything like within the home or under the covered porches or balcony will be assessed a $300 fee.

* smoking in the home immediately forfeits the security deposit.

* * exceeding the max. capacity of 12 in the home will lead to surrendering of the security deposit. plus $300 per additional guest. Supersedes Vacation Rental By Owner terms and conditions.

*** Any animal feces left in the units is cause for surrender of the security deposit, this supersedes any Vacation Rental By Owner policy.

By agreeing to the home rules you authorize Vacation Rental By Owner to surrender your full security deposit for any of the *’d items. Likewise any damage, lost or stolen items will be charged the replacement cost including shipping, costs, taxes and labor and authorize Airbnb to deduct the full cost from the security deposit. Also the security deposit is for all physical and monetary damages due to the guests. The home rules supersede any and all Vacation Rental By Owner policies.

About the Area

Wilmington Historic District, a neighborhood in Wilmington, is home to this vacation home. Brooklyn Arts Center at St. Andrews and Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Wilmington Railroad Museum and Children's Museum of Wilmington. 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.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Tips to get the perfect vacation property experience:

Sticking to a budget:

• Summer months are high season in the Southport area. Book your rental property in Fall or Spring to enjoy warm weather while saving money and avoiding crowded roads, restaurants, and activities.
• Book your rental as soon as possible. Rental schedules generally become available 12 months in advance (or in September just after Summer ends). Many groups reserve their Summer rentals during Winter holiday get-togethers. Reserve before these holidays for best selection.
• Some hosts offer promotional rates for veterans and active duty military. Check with your host or property manager to see if special offers are available for your group.
• Booking websites typically offer their guests an option to add trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which will generally cost anywhere between 1% - 5% of the base booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed vacation time as a result of medical-related issues or weather disasters, as well as hurricane evacuation charges, such as an unexpected hotel stay or additional gas expenses. Trip insurance can be a a welcome relief if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your property manager for specifics.
• Look for your local Southport visitors guide upon checking in. If your rental home doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local grocery stores and visitor centers. In addition to great local stories, visitor guide magazines have coupons for nearby attractions, tours, restaurants, and shops.

Use filters to narrow your rental search:

• Choose your vacation dates and maximum budget.
• Note the number beds and what type of bedroom configuration your family requires. Stairway to Historic Charm! has 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our Southport rentals search.
• Specific information about bedrooms and bed counts & types is regularly available on booking websites. If you don't see them listed, email or call the property management company before you reserve your rental. Remember that most listings specify the max. guest capacity, which oftentimes includes pull-out couches. You'll need to establish which bed configuration is best for your vacation group.
• Is your family looking for special amenities? Most websites include amenity lists and search filters. Filtering by amenity will allow you to quickly find the perfect rental home.
• Proper accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for persons with a disability. Make certain to ask about specialized equipment and wheel chair accessibility.
• Are you traveling with furry, four-legged family members? Many vacation homes allow animals, but guidelines and restrictions apply. Type of pet, size and breeds may be limited. Remember to ask the property manager before booking, and study your agreement thoroughly! Pet fees or costs might be applied to your contract.

Additional considerations:

• Get the property manager's phone number and arrival/departure procedures for your rental home. Put the manager's contact information in your smartphone.
• During check-in, record any damages to the property and immediately contact the owner. Record all coorespondence.
• Property managers are there to help! Feel free to ask any questions before, during, or after your stay.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like unpleasant vacationers bothering your peace. Practice the golden rule for common sense. Happy residents may even recommend great local food and attractions you would have not otherwise known!
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Local residents can often help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to see a beautiful sunrise or sunset, have a great night out, or the best spots for crabbing?
• Keep your rental home locked while you are away! Don't let burglars spoil your vacation.
• Don't leave anything behind! Before you drive away, take a walk through the rental property to reconfirm you've collected all belongings. Remember to check bathrooms, dressers, and closets for hidden treasure. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Inspect the property one final time and look for damages to contents or the property itself. We recommend inspecting the property with the host whenever you can. If the host isn't available, ensure that you take video of the property to record its condition.
• Did you have a great vacation? Most vacation rental websites make it easy for vacationers to provide reviews. If your property and/or property management company was fantastic, they would love to hear about it. If anything was defective and they failed to address it within reason, or if the vacation rental wasn't described correctly, you'll want to make a note as part of your feedback.