The Garden District Flat - Vacation rental home in Wilmington, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 2
• 1 Bedrooms
• 1 Bathrooms
• Apartment
• Approximately 950 square feet

We lived in this cute historic home for over a year and appreciated it! If you're looking for new and ideal, this is not it. It is a cool old home in a neat location. In the morning, you can walk to breakfast at Jesters Cafe and take a relaxing walk at nighttime to the riverfront or historic downtown with eateries and bars. Private second floor duplex
-walk to downtown (10min walk)
-near a Jester's breakfast
-back deck
-Wrightsville beach 20 min
-Carolina beach 30 min.

The outside of the home reminds us of our visits to New Orleans, and so we decorated this space in honor of The Garden District. Savor the pleasant garden vibes with plenty of natural light, the supplied kitchen with gas stove, comfortable and cute spindle bed, and your own private back deck with lush vegetation.

You'll receive access codes for the front door and your door. After you walk through the front door, your next entrance is on the second floor.

The front door has a keypad deadbolt.

The second entrance has a key pad door handle.

This is a 2nd floor duplex in a humongous old 1920s Victorian style home. We decided to decorate it like A Garden! We hope you appreciate it!

We are here if you need us, invisible if you don't. You can check in anytime with the keypad lock and start calming! We'll likely text you during your stay to let you know we are available. If we don't hear from you, we will assume you're happy!

Downtown Wilmington is peaceful and cozy. There is a neighborhood around the corner that has a ton of antique stores and a coffee shop. Or, walk toward downtown and check out the neighbors homes which are striking. You'll adore appreciate appreciate the walk.

You can walk anywhere or take a complimentary trolly that goes around downtown. It doesn't go down 5th street but once you get closer to Front Street, you might spot it.

Street parking is available close by.

We also offer airport pick up and drop off! If your flying in and don't want to worry about a taxi or Uber please call or message us about details, we'd adore to help out!

The home is a duplex and you have the entire second floor. Sometimes there are renters on the first floor. They are also air bnb'ers! It is a place to chill and relax. We include coffee, a few lite options for breakfast and basic essentials available for you when you arrive!

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 apartment is in the city center. Bellamy Mansion Museum and Latimer House are local landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit The Cotton Exchange and Mayfaire Town Center. Children's Museum of Wilmington and Cape Fear Museum are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, kayaking, and scuba diving 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

Getting the best vacation rental experience:

Finding your perfect vacation home:

• Summertime is high season in the Southport area. Reserve your Southport vacation home in the Spring or Fall to enjoy warm weather while saving money and avoiding crowds. Many vacationers use this method to reserve larger homes, or to book an oceanfront vacation rental that would otherwise be unaffordable during the high season. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook Winter 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 friends and family at the beach.
• In the Southport area, The earlier your group can reserve a vacation home, the better your selection will be. The best vacation homes are booked very early. Reserving your vacation rental up to twelve months before your vacation is recommended. Holiday gatherings are excellent times to search for and book your rental property.
• Active Duty and veterans of the US Armed forces may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective vacation rental company or host if your family qualifies for a special promotion or discount.
• Property managers typically offer customers an option to purchase vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which will generally cost anywhere between 1% - 5% of the stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for missed time as a result of medical-related issues or weather, as well as ensuing additional evacuation charges, such as an unanticipated hotel stay or additional gasoline expenses. Trip insurance might be a a life-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask the property owner for more information.
• Many property management companies supply Southport area visitors guides which often include money-saving offers, either offered directly by local businesses, or by way of a partnership between the property management company and the business itself. You can also find Southport area magazine and coupon books at local grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers.

Planning, selecting, and booking the best Southport vacation home:

• Select a group lead, choose your trip dates, and select a spending budget.
• Note the number beds and what type of bedroom configuration your family needs. The Garden District Flat has 1 bedrooms and 1 bathrooms.
• Precise information about bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is generally available online. If they are not listed, email the property management company before you reserve the vacation home. Note that most property listings specify maximum guest capacity, which frequently includes sofa beds and bunks. You'll need to determine what bed configuration is right for your vacation group.
• If there's a particular Southport destination you are crazy about, browse homes that are either nearby, or those that cater to your requirements.
• Proper accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for persons with a disability. .
• Some rental properties allow pets, but others do not. Allowable types of family pet, weight and breeds may be restricted, and additional charges may apply. Ask the host about pet restrictions before booking.

Advice for a fantastic stay:

• Store the host's contact information in your smartphone and wallet.
• During arrival, document any damages to the property and immediately alert the host. Keep records of all correspondence just in case a dispute arises.
• Property managers are available to help! Feel free to ask any questions during your stay.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like disrespectful vacationers bothering your home life. Apply the golden rule for common sense. Happy residents may even recommend great restaurants and places you would've never otherwise known!
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Locals can typically point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to grab the best tacos, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for bird watching?
• Lock your vacation home while you are away. Protect the owner's property and your stuff!
• Double-check the property to confirm that you've packed all belongings on check-out day. Remember to check bathrooms, dressers, and closets for hidden treasure. Clean the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Please make sure to walk through the rental a final time and keep an eye out for damages to contents or the property itself. We advise walking through with the host whenever possible. If the manager is not available, ensure that you take pictures of the property to record its condition at check-out.
• Did your group have a excellent time? Many rental management companies make it easy for guests to provide feedback. If your property and/or host was terrific, they will likely appreciate your kind words. If anything was wrong and they failed to address it reasonably, or if the vacation rental wasn't as described, you'll want to make a note as part of your comments.