The French House Cottage - Vacation rental home in Wilmington, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 4
• 2 Bedrooms
• 1 Bathrooms
• Cottage

Historic bungalow circa 1850. Originally was the kitchen of the french home bed and breakfast. 2 bedroom home with full bath. Claw foot tub that also has overhead shower. Full kitchen. A front porch with swing is great for late afternoon calming. Wireless internet,cable tv.
A favorite of film actors & writers. 4 blocks from cape fear river, located in the heart of the historic district. Walking distance to all the great eateries and bars, antique stores and a handsome walk on the river walk.

About the Area

Located in Wilmington Historic District, a neighborhood in Wilmington, this cottage is near theme parks and by the sea. Wrightsville Beach and Carolina Beach reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Children's Museum of Wilmington and Cape Fear Museum. 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. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, motor boating, and sailing 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 not required for transportation to and from this property

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Getting the best Wilmington vacation rental experience:

Cost saving strategies:

• The sooner your group can book, the better your selection will be. The best vacation homes are booked very early. Booking your rental up to twelve months before your travel dates is recommended. Holidays such as Christmas and Thanksgiving are excellent times to plan and reserve your rental.
• Booking a rental in the Fall or Spring is our favorite way to save money on your vacation. Rental rates are lower, and you'll find a larger selection of acceptable homes. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook the holidays for a Carolina Beach vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday near the ocean? Thanksgiving and Christmas are great times to gather with friends and family at your favorite beach.
• Hosts and Property managers sometimes offer discounts or promotional rates for active duty military and veterans. It's always a good idea to check with your property manager to see if special offers are available for your group before you book.
• Property managers typically offer customers an option to obtain trip insurance. Trip insurance, which normally costs between 1% - 5% of the stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for days missed as a result of personal medical-related issues or weather, as well as ensuing additional evacuation charges, such as an unanticipated hotel stay or extra fuel expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a life-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your host for program terms and fees.
• Look for your local visitors guide upon checking in. If your rental doesn't have one, you can find them at local grocery stores and visitor centers. In addition to great local articles, travel guide magazines have deals for nearby tours and attractions.

Planning and picking the right Carolina Beach vacation home:

• Select vacation week and max budget.
• Decide how many bedrooms and the bed configuration your group needs. The French House Cottage has 2 bedrooms and 1 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our Carolina Beach vacation rental search.
• Specific information regarding bedrooms and bed types is normally accessible on booking pages. If they are not listed, email or call the property manager before you reserve the property. Remember that most listings specify maximum guest capacity, which frequently includes pull-out couches.
• If your group is vacationing with pets, search for a property that allows animals. Ask for details on breed, size, and type restrictions. Note that some property managers charge pet deposits and fees.
• Are you looking for specific amenities? Most rental websites include search filters with amenity lists. Amenity filters help you quickly remove less-optimal properties.
• Suitable accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for guests with disabilities. Make certain to inquire about wheel chair entry, pool lifts and specialized equipment needs.

More tips for your stay:

• Store the manager's contact information in your smartphone and wallet.
• Ask questions. You may need instructions for a fireplace, A/V setup or appliance. Contact your owner. They are there to help! A brief phone call prevents many concerns.
• Ensure you protect the rental owner (and your stuff!) by locking the rental when you are gone, just like you would back home.
• During arrival, document any damages to the rental property and immediately contact the host. Record all coorespondence.
• Respect your neighbors. Often, nearby homes are occupied by local residents. Respecting late-night noise limits and parking rules is the right thing to do.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Neighbors can usually 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?
• Upon check-out, take a final walk-through to make sure you did not forget any personal items. Make sure to check dressers, closets, and bathrooms for hidden treasure. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Inspect the property one final time and keep an eye out for any damage. We advise walking through with the property manager whenever possible. If the host is not available, remember to take photos and video of the property to record its condition.
• Did you have a excellent stay? Most rental managers make it easy for guests to provide feedback. If your property and/or host was fantastic, they will likely appreciate your kind words. If anything was imperfect and they failed to fix it within reason, or if the vacation rental wasn't as described, you'll want to make a note as part of your review.