Wilmington's Downtown Unicorn...NO PET FEES or PET DEPOSITS! 5 mins. to Downtown - Vacation rental home in Wilmington, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 9
• 3 Bedrooms
• 3 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 1812 square feet

*****Another Professionally Managed Home by Carolina Vacays, LLC****

About the Unicorn......

We appreciate family pets!! NEVER a PET DEPOSIT or PET FEE during your stay!!

Welcome to our impressive, 1940's constructed 3-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom home located in the heart of Wilmington, North Carolina! Located in between Historic Downtown Wilmington and the UNC-W area commonly referred to these days as Midtown. This home has been meticulously restored to preserve it's original floor, brick, and appeal, all while creating fantastic comfortable spaces for sleeping, dining, cooking and entertaining.

The Space

● Open floor plan downstairs
● Totally modernized, chef-ready kitchen for your stay-at-home cooking nights
● Farm table dining room currently set to seat 6 people, but effortlessly transitions to 8 with the 2 additional kitchen chairs added.
● Coffee bar includes a Cuisinart coffee maker, a Keurig coffee maker, French press, K-pods and coffee condiments.
● Living room has a Samsung 'The Frame' TV which accepts you to choose art to be displayed when the TV is not being used to log-in to your favorite apps.
● The 1st floor primary bedroom has a king-size Casper bed for a restful nighttime of sleep, Intelligent TV, makeup vanity, en suite bath with walk-in shower, body wash, shampoo and conditioner supplied.
● The 2nd bedroom upstairs has a king-size bed with Casper bed.
● The 3rd bedroom has a queen-size bed and bunk beds with a full-size bed below and twin up top.
● All sheets, bath towels, linens, kitchen towels, additional pillows, additional blankets and beach towels supplied.
● Intelligent TVs in every bedroom.
● Laundry room with full size washer and dryer.
● The pantry in the laundry room holds modest appliances, some cleaning supplies, first aid supplies, games, puzzles, and some beach towels.

Outside of Home

● Firepit area with Adirondacks for seating
● Gas Grille with tank and grille tools supplied
● Ample parking in the rear of home for 3 cars
● Plenty of outdoor seating on back deck off the kitchen/laundry.
● Horseshoe-shaped driveway from the front of the home, to the back and back to the front of the home. (No backing out onto the street).

Guest access

● You have access to the entire home with the exception of the basement. No entry to the basement is allowed for any guest.
● Electronic lock keypad for entry. No keys needed. You will have your own UNIQUE code for entry.
● EXTERIOR security cameras on property!!! There are 4 security cameras: 1) “Ring” style camera located at the front door facing the street; 2) side patio facing the driveway; 3) back door facing the backyard; and 4) the last is located INSIDE the off-limits basement. It is on and recording 24/7 only inside the basement for security purposes. There are NO CAMERAS in any of the living spaces, public or private areas!
● Please note that the home is on a well-traveled road that leads directly to downtown. Like most cities, you will hear some traffic noise.

The Details

● Soap, body wash, shampoo and conditioner included
● Both full baths have blow dryers
● Fridge with ice maker
● Blender
● Microwave
● Toaster
● Air Fryer
● Bed linens, coverlets, pillow and blankets supplied (extras also)
● Ample clothing hangers
● Clothing storage: walk-in closets, regular sized closets, and dressers
● Living room and all bedrooms have Intelligent TV's
● Wi-Fi and dedicated office space
● Smoke detectors, carbon monoxide detectors, fire extinguisher and first aid kit


Optional Concierge items - May be available for an additional fee:
● Infant/Toddler package
● Starter groceries
● Beach Package
● Arrange for special pickup and deliveries
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About the Area

Wilmington is home to this vacation home. Cape Fear Museum and Carolina Heights are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit The Cotton Exchange and Mayfaire Town Center. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College or Trask Coliseum.

Special Instructions

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

Know Before you Go

This property does not have elevators

Pet Policy

2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Wilmington rental home tips and tricks:

When to visit Wilmington & When to book:

• Summer is high season in Wilmington. To get the best value, try changing your group's vacation dates to the Spring or Fall seasons. May, September, and even October offer pleasant weather, fewer crowds, and greatly reduced traffic.
• Book your rental as early as possible. Rental schedules often become available a year in advance (or in September just after Summer ends). Many families reserve their Summer rentals during holiday gatherings. Reserve before these holidays for best selection.
• Some owners offer discounts for active duty military and veterans. Remember to ask your host or property manager if discounts are available for your family before you book.
• Property managers usually offer customers an option to add trip insurance. Trip insurance, which usually costs 1% - 5% of the base booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for any missed vacation time as a result of medical-related issues or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs, such as an unanticipated hotel overnight or extra gas expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a bank account-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your host for program terms and fees.
• Often, rental management companies and vacation rental houses supply Cape Fear area area visitor guide magazines which will include special deals, either offered directly by local businesses, or through a relationship with the property management company and the business itself. You can also find Cape Fear area visitors guide magazine and coupon books at local grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers.

Planning and picking a perfectrental home:

• First and foremost, have your group commit to trip dates and a maximum budget.
• Note the number beds and the configuration your family requires. Wilmington's Downtown Unicorn...NO PET FEES or PET DEPOSITS! 5 mins. to Downtown has 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our Cape Fear area rental home search.
• Specific information about bedrooms and bed counts is often accessible on booking websites. If you don't see them listed, email the property management company before you book the vacation home. Note that most property listings specify the maximum guest capacity, which usually includes sofa beds and bunks.
• Are you looking for special amenities? Most websites include search filters with amenity lists. Use these filters to your advantage to find the perfect rental home.
• Suitable accessibility can make or break a vacation for guests that require the use of a wheelchair. .
• If your family is traveling with pets, search for a property that allows animals. Request information on breed, weight, and type requirements. Usually, property owners charge pet deposits and fees.

More tips for your visit:

• Review arrival and departure procedures before traveling. Save the directions to your phone, and take a printed copy.
• To make certain that damages are not attributed to your family's stay, make a record of any problem areas upon your arrival. text the property manager immediately to document any pre-existing damages. If there is a dispute about who is responsible, having the recorded problems and contact attempts will be valuable.
• Property managers are available to help! Feel free to ask questions before, during, or after your stay.
• Don't forget to respect your neighbors. Often, adjacent homes are filled by local residents. Respecting quiet hours and parking policies is the right thing to do.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Neighbors can typically help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to book the best tours, have a great night out, or the best spots for crabbing?
• Keep the property locked while you're gone! Don't let burglars ruin your vacation.
• At departure, take a walk-through to make sure you haven't leave anything behind. Check dressers, closets, and bathrooms for hidden items. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Inspect the property one final time and look for damage. We suggest walking through with the host whenever you can (often this isn't possible). If the manager is not available, take photographs of the property to record its condition at check-out.
• Leave a review! Property managers rely on excellent reviews to compel future bookings. They'll be much obliged for your review. Alternatively, if something went awry, other vacationing families will be thankful you shared your feedback find their best vacation home. Please be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the manager could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded reasonably to solve it.