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 relaxing garden & neighborhood vistas. The property is accessed from a peaceful alley & includes covered parking beneath the unit. Two gracious bedrooms have huge 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 included.
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

How to book the best Carolina Beach vacation property experience:

Sticking to your rental budget:

To get the largest rental for your budget, we suggest reserving in Fall or Spring. You'll benefit from lower rental rates, better selection, warm weather and the absence of giant crowds at Carolina Beach restaurants, tours, and activities.
The sooner you can book, the easier your search 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. Holiday gatherings are excellent times to plan 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 property owner or host if your group qualifies for a discount.
Management companies and individual rental owners typically offer customers an option to obtain vacation insurance protection. Trip insurance, which normally will cost anywhere between 1% - 5% of the base stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for days missed as a result of personal medical-related emergencies or weather disasters, as well as evacuation charges, such as an unexpected hotel stay or additional gasoline expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a bank account-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask the property owner for specifics.
Find a copy of your local Carolina Beach visitors guide magazine upon arrival. 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 local information, travel guides contain offers and deals for local accommodations, tours and attractions.

Narrow your rental Search:

Select a designated group leader, choose your trip dates, and select a maximum budget.
Note the number beds and the bed configuration your group needs. The Loft at Alley 76\n\n has 2 bedrooms and 1 bathrooms.
Precise descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts & types is usually available on booking pages. Otherwise, call the property management company before reserving the vacation home. Note that most property listings specify the maximum guest capacity, which frequently includes sofa beds in living rooms.
Are you looking for particular amenities? Most rental websites include search filters for amenities.
Proper accessibility can make or break a vacation for the less-mobile. .
If your group is traveling with pets, you must book a pet-friendly property. Ask for information on breed, weight, and type restrictions. Usually, hosts charge additional pet fees.

Tips for a great stay:

Review check in & check out procedures before traveling. Add a note with the directions to your smartphone, and take a printed copy.
To make certain damages are not linked to your visit, record any problem areas during arrival. Call the property manager right away to relay any damages. If there is a dispute about who is responsible, having the recorded issues and contact attempts will be very helpful.
Hosts are available to help! Don't be shy to ask any questions before, during, or after your stay.
Respecting quiet hours and parking restrictions can make a stay more pleasurable. You will enhance your chance to make local friends, and resident neighbors are a fantastic source for finding the best local attractions.
Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Local residents can often help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to launch your kayaks, have a great night out, or the best spots for bird watching?
Keep the property locked while you are out! Don't let burglars ruin your holiday.
Double-check every room of the rental property to make sure that you've packed all personal items at departure. Make sure to check bathrooms, garages, and back yards for hidden items. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
Go through the property one final time and scan for any damage. We recommend inspecting the property with the host whenever you can. If the property manager is not available, remember to take photographs of the rental to record its condition.
After your trip, leave a review! Property managers rely on great reviews to compel new bookings. They'll be much obliged for your feedback. Alternatively, if something wasn't right, other vacationing families will will be grateful for your feedback and help them have the best future vacation. Be fair with your review. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the owner could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded quickly to remedy it.