The Relaxing Zen Garden. You've found it. - Vacation rental home in Wilmington, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 4
• 2 Bedrooms
• 1 Bathrooms
• Apartment
• Approximately 1000 square feet

This is one unit of a side-by-side duplex with an extraordinary garden located in midtown. You'll appreciate the carefully curated and landscaped backyard, with a coi pond, water fountains, and nearly year round flowers. Located in a cute community, and super convenient to grocery stores, shopping, UNCW, 10 min to Wrightsville Beach, 20 min to Carolina Beach. Located on a bicycle trail that runs from the Cape Fear River to downtown and the ocean!

This cute 2BR is located right in midtown Wilmington! The garden is remarkable: relax outside smelling the flowers, hearing the birds singing, you will appreciate to stay here! As you enter the garden, you'll be under blue skies and soon on your patio, where you can appreciate the outdoor gardens, walkways and water features. Then you'll see an an incredibly relaxing landscape of native plants, tropical delights, a variety of flowers so there are nearly year round blooms, a coi pond, water fountains, and brick and cobblestone pathways throughout the garden. It's hard to put into words how calming and peaceful it is. Then at nighttime, the garden automatically lights up and is simply gorgeous. The palm trees in the front yard light up as well.

The home is completely modernized with new everything, and is nice, clean, and refreshed. The kitchen is supplied with all the basics and a coffee and snack bar. The cavernous living room has comfortable seating and a sizable Roku intelligent TV and wifi. Each bedroom has a brand new comfortable queen memory foam/gel hybrid bed with bed protector.

Romantic hideaway, family trip, or weekend with friends, Zen Relaxing Garden will surely be a memorable trip for everybody.

Backyard, driveway

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

We are in the middle of Wilmington, short drive to Whole Foods, grocery stores, UNCW.

Convenience to drive to groceries, beaches, UNCW, downtown

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

Audubon, a neighborhood in Wilmington, is home to this apartment. Travelers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Battleship North Carolina, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Wrightsville Beach and Carolina Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Trask Coliseum or Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College. Jet skiing, kayaking, and motor boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.

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 get the best Wilmington vacation home experience:

How to get the best rental value:

• Summertime is high season in the Southport area. Booking a rental in Spring or Fall is one of our best tips for saving money on your rental home. Rates are lower, and you'll find a better selection of acceptable homes. 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.
• The sooner your group can reserve a vacation rental, the better your selection will be. The most desirable rental homes are booked very early. Booking your vacation home up to 12 months before your vacation dates is recommended. Winter holidays are excellent times to search for and book your rental home.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may be qualified for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property owner or host whether your vacationing group qualifies for a reduced rate.
• Booking websites frequently offer renters an option to add trip insurance. Trip insurance, which normally costs 1% - 5% of the base reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any days missed as a result of personal medical-related issues or weather disasters, as well as hurricane evacuation charges, such as an unexpected hotel or additional fuel expenses. Trip insurance might be a a welcome relief if the unforeseen happens. Ask your property manager for specifics.
• Many property management companies supply Southport area visitors guide magazines that include special deals, either offered directly by local businesses, or by way of a relationship between the rental management company and the business itself. You can also find Southport visitors guide magazine and coupon books at local grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers.

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

• Choose vacation week and max budget.
• Determine how many bedrooms and the bed configuration your family requires. The Relaxing Zen Garden. You've found it. has 2 bedrooms and 1 bathrooms.
• Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts is regularly available on booking websites. Otherwise, call the property owner before reserving the home. Remember that most property listings specify the maximum guest capacity, which usually includes sofa beds. You will need to work out what is optimal for your vacation.
• If there's a particular Southport destination you crave, look for homes that are either close by, or those that cater to your desires.
• Suitable accessibility can make or break a vacation for the less-mobile. .
• Some rentals allow pets, and some do not. Allowable types of dog or cat, weight and breeds may be restricted, and added charges may apply. Ask the owner about pets before booking.

Additional considerations:

• Get the owner's contact number and arrival/departure procedures for your rental property.
• To ensure that damages aren't attributed to your stay, inspect the rental for any problem areas upon your arrival. Speak to the property manager right away to record your findings. If there is a dispute about legal responsibility later, having a record of concerns and contact attempts will be useful.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a hot tub, A/V setup or thermostat. Contact your property manager. They are there to help! A brief call prevents lots of problems.
• Respect your neighbors. Often, surrounding homes are filled by local residents. Respecting quiet hours and parking policies reduces conflict and allows everyone to enjoy their day.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Residents can often help. Who better to ask where to launch your kayaks, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for fishing?
• Protect the owner (and your stuff!) by locking and securing the home when you are gone, just like you would back home.
• Don't leave anything behind! Just before departing, walk through the property to reconfirm you've collected all of your things. Re-check dressers, closets, and bathrooms for hidden items. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Record a video to document the condition of the property.
• Did your group have a fantastic time? Most vacation rental websites make it easy for clients to provide reviews. If your property and/or property manager was wonderful, they would love to hear it. If anything was out of order and they failed to correct it within reason, or if the vacation rental wasn't as described, you'll want to make it a point as part of your review.