About this Property

Sleeps 6
2 Bedrooms
1 Bathrooms
Private vacation home

Contemporary Carriage House in the heart of Wilmington, on a historic property with calming garden & neighborhood vistas. The property is accessed from a peaceful alley & includes covered parking beneath the unit. Two gracious bedrooms have sizable picture window vistas of a historic Azalea Festival garden & former coronation grounds. Bathroom has a double vanity & bespoke tile tub/shower. Lots of natural light adorns the open kitchen & living room. In unit laundry & dishwasher supplied.
The space
The unit was designed and constructed by the owner/architect in 2020 and finished in March of 2021. It is located in the Country Club Pines neighborhood of Wilmington, on a site that hosted some of the first Azalea Festival garden tours beginning in the 1940's. Inside the unit, there is an open living room with big screen TV, and a comfortable hanging chair by the corner picture windows for reading and calming. Some books and games are available in the unit for guest use. There are two private bedrooms, one with a King bed & the second with two twins.
A queen sleeper couch is located in the living room. Coffee and Tea are supplied in the unit, as well as basic cooking essentials. A pack 'n play portable crib is available upon request.
Guest access
Guests have access to the entire 2nd level apartment and two parking spaces. (one covered). More parking may be available upon request. There is also a modest outdoor area with seating.
Other things to note
Please keep your cars and any other valuables not inside the apartment, locked up and secure. Arrangements can be made with me to store items in the ground floor garage if required.

About the Area

Forest Hills, a neighborhood in Wilmington, is home to The Loft at Alley 76

. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Wrightsville Beach and Carolina Beach. Stanley Rehder Carnivorous Plant Garden and Cape Fear Museum are also worth visiting.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Cape Fear area vacation rental tips:

When to go & When to reserve a Wilmington rental home:

Summer months are high season in the Cape Fear area area. Book your Cape Fear area rental in the Fall or Spring to enjoy gorgeous weather while saving money and avoiding crowds.
In the Cape Fear area area, The sooner your group can book a vacation home, the better your selection will be. The best properties are reserved very early. Reserving your vacation home six - twelve months before your vacation is recommended. Holidays such as Christmas and Thanksgiving are excellent times to plan and reserve your rental.
Some property managers offer special rates for active duty military and veterans. Remember to ask your host or property manager if special offers are available for your group.
Booking websites usually offer customers an option to obtain trip insurance. Trip insurance, which will generally cost 1% - 5% of the base stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any missed vacation time as a result of medical-related emergencies or weather disasters, as well as evacuation costs, such as an unexpected hotel overnight or extra gasoline expenses. Trip insurance might be a a life-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask the property owner for more information.
Find a copy of your local Cape Fear area area magazine upon checking in. If your rental property doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers. In addition to great information, visitor guides have coupons for local tours and attractions.

Choosing the perfect rental home in Wilmington:

Choose a group leader, select your vacation dates, and choose a budget.
Determine how many beds and the bed configuration your family needs. The Loft at Alley 76\n\n has 2 bedrooms and 1 bathrooms.
Specific information regarding bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is generally accessible on booking websites. If you don't see them listed, contact the property management company before you book the vacation property. Note that most property listings specify the max. guest capacity, which typically includes sofa beds.
If there's an individual Cape Fear area attraction you crave, browse homes that are either close by, or those that cater especially to your desires.
Suitable accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for persons with a disability. Make certain to ask about specialized equipment and wheel chair accessibility.
Do your family pets travel with you? 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. Remember to ask the property manager before booking, and study your agreement! Pet fees or could be applied to your contract.

Some things to know before you go:

We recommend storing the host's information in your smartphone.
To make sure that damages aren't linked to your family's visit, make note of any problem areas during check in. Make contact with the property manager right away to relay any damages. If there is a dispute, having the recorded problems and contact attempts will be valuable.
Hosts are there to help! Feel free to ask questions during your stay.
Respecting quiet hours and parking policies can make a stay significantly more pleasurable. You'll enhance your chance to make some new local friends, and resident neighbors are usually a fantastic source for finding the best local beaches and hangouts.
Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Residents can typically help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to enjoy a steak with a view, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for bird watching?
Keep the property locked while you're away! Don't let burglars ruin your holiday.
Double-check the vacation property to make sure that you've packed all of your family's items on check-out day. Check garages, decks, and cabinets for hidden treasure. Clean out the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
Walk through the rental one final time and look for any damage. We suggest inspecting the property with the host whenever possible. If the host is not available, take video of the rental to record its condition at check-out.
Did you have a fantastic stay? Many vacation rental websites make it easy for guests to provide reviews. If your property and/or property manager was wonderful, they would love to hear it. If anything was defective and they failed to fix it reasonably, or if the vacation rental wasn't described correctly, you'll want to make it a point as part of your comments.