Walk downtown from this beautiful 1850 Antebellum home - Vacation rental home in Wilmington, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 4
• 1 Bedrooms
• 1 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 1000 square feet

Located in the Wilmington Downtown Historic District , the Antebellum House is loaded with appeal and elegance. Our goal in offering this suite to you is to bring you the character and history of our home , while still giving you modern amenities and comfort.

Throughout this first floor suite you will find the charm of a home constructed ten years before the Civil War, such as striking plaster crown molding and original well maintained wood floors, while being upgraded to give you modern conveniences to help you relax and appreciate your time. This rental is for ground floor only... the home was converted to a duplex in the early 1900's. My wife and I stay upstairs for most of the year and it is never rented. The upstairs has a separate entrance and there are no shared spaces.

● Romantically themed bedroom with decorative granite fireplace, queen bed and room enough for a playpen or portable crib
● Living room with new queen size memory foam sleeper couch
● Kitchen amenities include stainless steel stove and refrigerator, Keurig coffee maker, dishwasher, microwave
● Private entrance via backyard with patio for relaxation
● WiFi and Cable TV included

Located ideally to savor the greater Wilmington and Port City areas
● Walking distance to the Riverfront which includes dozens of eateries, wine bars, craft breweries, antique shopping, retail stores
● Savor history and culture by walking to the Cape Fear Museum, Kids’s Museum, Bellamy Mansion Museum or USS North Carolina Battleship
● 15 min. drive to Wrightsville or Carolina Beach

We look forward to your stay in this home away from home as you enjoy all that Wilmington and the surrounding areas have to offer.

About the Area

Located in Wilmington, this vacation home is in the city center. Bellamy Mansion Museum and Burgwin-Wright House are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Wrightsville Beach and Carolina Beach. Cape Fear Museum and Carolina Heights are also worth visiting. With motor boating and fishing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets allowed

Our top Wilmington vacation rental home tips:

Getting the most from your rental budget:

• June, July, and August are the most expensive months along the coast of NC. Booking your vacation rental in the Spring or Fall is a good way to save money on your vacation. Rental rates are lower, and you'll find a better selection of suitable homes.
• In the Carolina Beach area, The sooner you can book a rental home, the better your selection will be. The best properties are reserved very early. Reserving your vacation property up to 12 months before your vacation is recommended. Winter holidays are excellent times to plan and book your rental home.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may be qualified for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective host whether your group qualifies for a reduced rate.
• Booking websites usually offer their guests an option to buy vacation insurance protection. Trip insurance, which usually costs anywhere between 1% - 5% of the reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for any missed trip time as a result of personal medical-related catastrophes or weather disasters, as well as hurricane evacuation costs, such as an unanticipated hotel overnight or additional gas expenses. Trip insurance can be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your host for additional information.
• Look for your local Carolina Beach visitors guide magazine upon checking in. If your rental doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local grocery stores and visitor centers. In addition to great articles, visitor guides have coupons for nearby shops and restaurants.

How to choose and book your prefect Carolina Beach rental home:

• First, have your family choose vacation dates and a spending budget.
• Note the number beds and the bed configuration your group requires. Walk downtown from this beautiful 1850 Antebellum home has 1 bedrooms and 1 bathrooms.
• Specific information regarding bedrooms and bed counts & types is almost always accessible on booking websites. If not, reach out to the property manager before reserving the home. Note that most property listings specify maximum guest capacity, which oftentimes includes pull-out couches.
• Looking for special amenities? Most websites include search filters with amenity lists. Amenity filters help you quickly remove less-optimal properties.
• Appropriate accessibility can make or break a vacation for the less-mobile. .
• If your group is traveling with pets, you'll need to book a pet-friendly vacation rental. Get specifics on breed, weight, and type requirements. Be aware that some property managers charge additional pet fees.

Some things to know before you go:

• Add the property manager's contact information to your phone. Take a copy of arrival/departure procedures.
• During arrival, record any damages to the property and immediately alert the owner. Record all coorespondence.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a garage door opener, A/V setup or appliance. Contact your property manager. They are there to help! A brief call prevents a lot of issues.
• Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking policies can make a stay significantly more pleasurable. You will increase your chance to make some new local friends, and resident neighbors can be an incredible resource to find the best local beaches.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Neighbors can typically help. Who better to ask where to go for the best drinks, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for fishing?
• Ensure you protect the rental owner (and your stuff!) by keeping the rental locked up when you are out, just like you would at home.
• Don't leave anything behind! Before departing, walk through the rental to make sure you've collected all of your things. Make sure to check closets, dressers, garages, and bathrooms for hidden treasure. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Inspect the property one final time and scan for any damage. We advise walking through with the host whenever you can (often this isn't possible). If the property manager isn't available, take video and pictures of the rental to record its condition at check-out.
• Leave a review! Property owners rely on great reviews to propel future reservations. They'll be much obliged for your feedback. Alternatively, if something went wrong, other families will appreciate that you share your feedback find their best vacation home. Please be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the manager had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded quickly to fix it.