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 refreshed. 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 supplied 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)

Booking the best Wilmington rental home experience:

When to reserve a Southport rental & When to go:

• Reserve your vacation home as early as possible. Rental schedules usually become available 12 months in advance (or in September just after Summertime ends). Many families reserve their Summer rentals during Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years Eve get-togethers. Book before these holidays for best selection.
• Book your Southport rental home in the Spring or Fall to enjoy warm weather while saving money and avoiding crowded roads, restaurants, and activities. Many vacationers use this method to reserve larger homes, or to reserve an oceanfront rental that would otherwise be unaffordable during the Summer.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective host whether your vacationing group qualifies for a price reduction or discount.
• Booking websites often offer renters an option to buy trip insurance. Trip insurance, which costs between 1% - 5% of the booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any days missed as a result of personal medical-related emergencies or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs, such as an unanticipated hotel or additional gasoline expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a bank account-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask the property owner for specifics.
• Find a copy of your local visitors guide upon arrival. If your rental doesn't have one, you can find them at local shops and visitor centers. In addition to great local stories, visitors guides have deals for local accommodations, restaurants and tours.

Filter your search:

• First and foremost, have your family select a vacation week and a budget.
• Decide how many bedrooms and what type of bedroom configuration you need. Stairway to Historic Charm! has 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms.
• Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts & types is usually available online. If not, call the property owner before you reserve your rental. Note that most property listings specify the maximum guest capacity, which usually includes sofa beds and bunks. You will need to work out what bed configuration is right for your trip.
• If your group is vacationing with pets, filter your search for a pet-friendly rental. Request specifics on breed, weight, and type requirements. Usually, property owners require additional pet deposits and fees.
• If there's a particular Southport attraction you are enamored with, search for rentals that are either nearby, or those that cater to your desires.
• Suitable accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for the less-mobile. .

Have a fantastic stay:

• Add the host's phone number to your phone. Take a copy of arrival/departure procedures.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a garage door opener, intercom or WIFI setup. Contact your host. They are there to help! A brief telephone call can prevent a lot of difficulties.
• Ensure you protect the property owner (and your things!) by locking the rental while you are out, just like you would back home.
• Upon check-in, document any damages to the property and immediately contact the property manager. Record all coorespondence.
• Respect your neighbors. Often, nearby homes are filled by local residents. Respecting late-night noise limits and parking regulations can make a stay significantly more pleasurable.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Locals can usually 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 fine dining?
• On check-out day, take a final walk-through to make sure you did not forget anything. Remember to check bathrooms, garages, and back yards for hidden belongings. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Inspect the rental one final time and scan for damage. We recommend inspecting the property with the host whenever you can. If the host isn't available, remember to take photos of the property to record its condition at check-out.
• Did you have a fantastic time? Most rental management companies make it easy for customers to provide feedback. If your rental and/or property management company was wonderful, they will likely appreciate your kind words. If anything was inoperable 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 comments.