Ivey Cottage: 5 min to Downtown & Pet Friendly! - Vacation rental home in Wilmington, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 4
• 2 Bedrooms
• 1 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

This 800 sq ft home has been freshly refreshed into a comfortable bungalow! The home is in a peaceful, family friendly neighborhood and walking distance to Greenfield Lake & the amphitheater. Only a 5 min. drive from downtown!

*Keyless entry (check-in anytime you want after 4pm!)
*3 complimentary parking spots
*Totally equipped + supplied kitchen
*Pet friendly (all family pets must be supplied in your booking)
*Linens included
*Giant backyard
*Modest fenced in side yard
*65" tv w/ Netflix, Hulu & Disney Plus
*Free WiFi - 500 mbps
*King bed in master w/ memory foam bed
*In-unit washer, dryer & dishwasher
*Working desk located in bedroom
*Pack n play on site
LOCATION
-2 min to Greenfield Lake & Amphitheater *(Since the home is close to the Amphitheater you can sometimes hear live music from the property)*
-5 min to Historic downtown / riverwalk
-10 min to the Cargo District
-10 min to Wrightsville Beach
-20 min to Carolina Beach

KITCHEN
The open concept kitchen is well equipped with:
-Keurig coffee maker, oven, dishwasher, toaster, microwave
-Pots, pans, plates, cups, silverware, cooking silverware & basic spices
-Basic cleaning supplies

OUTDOOR AREA
Savor the enormous yard (not completely fenced in) or modest fenced in side yard

LAUNDRY
There is a full-size washer and dryer available for your convenience with laundry detergent supplied

MASTER BEDROOM
The master bedroom has a memory foam king bed and modest desk to work from.

GUEST BEDROOM
The guest bedroom has a memory foam queen bed.

BATHROOMS
The bathroom is Jack & Jill style, located in between the two bedrooms. There is a shower and bathtub.

PARKING
There are 3 complimentary parking spots for guests to use. 1 parking spot is in the shared dirt sloped driveway (shared with next door neighbor). 2 parking spots are on the paved street.

SECURITY
For safety purposes, we have three actively recording cameras that record video and audio. All devices are on the exterior of the property.

About the Area

Ivey Cottage: 5 min to Downtown & Pet Friendly! is located in Wilmington. Carolina Beach Boardwalk is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Wrightsville Beach and Carolina Beach. Greenfield Lake Park and Gardens and Children's Museum of Wilmington are also worth visiting.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Vacation rental tips:

When to go & When to reserve a rental home:

• June, July, and August are the most expensive months in the Wilmington, NC area. To get the best value, shift your group's vacation week to the Spring or Fall months. May, September, and even October offer warmer weather, , and reduced traffic.
• In the Wilmington, NC area, The sooner your group can book a rental home, the better your selection will be. The best properties are booked early. Booking your rental up to 12 months before your travel dates is recommended. Holiday gatherings are excellent times to plan and book your rental property.
• Some property managers offer discounts for veterans and active duty military. Check with your host or property manager to see if special offers are available for your group before you book.
• Booking websites often offer customers an option to obtain vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which will generally cost 1% - 5% of the base booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any missed time as a result of personal medical-related catastrophes or weather, as well as evacuation costs or charges, such as an unexpected hotel overnight or additional fuel expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a life-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask the property owner for more information.
• Often, property management companies supply Wilmington, NC area visitors guides which often include special deals, either offered directly by local businesses, or by way of a relationship between the rental management company and the business itself. You can also find visitors guide and coupon books at local shops and grocery stores.

Selecting the perfect rental in the Wilmington, NC area:

• Select a group lead, choose your dates, and select a maximum budget.
• Determine how many bedrooms and the bed configuration your group needs. Ivey Cottage: 5 min to Downtown & Pet Friendly! has 2 bedrooms and 1 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our rental home search.
• Precise information about bedrooms and bed types is normally available online. Otherwise, reach out to the property owner before booking the vacation home. Note that most property listings specify the maximum guest capacity, which usually includes pull out couches in living rooms. You will need to work out what is optimal for your family.
• Does your family require unique amenities? Most websites include search filters with amenity lists. Amenity filters help you quickly remove less-optimal properties.
• Suitable accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for those with limited mobility. Make certain to inquire about wheel chair accessibility, pool lifts and specialized equipment needs.
• Some properties allow pets, but others don't. Acceptable types of dog or cat, weight and breeds may be restricted, and added charges may apply. Ask your host about allowable pet guidelines before booking.

Have a great stay:

• Get the owner's phone number and entry/exit procedures for your rental home. We recommend storing the manager's information in your smartphone and wallet.
• Record any issues with the property upon arrival, and immediately e-mail them to the owner. We especially recommend e-mails and text messages, as they usually contain built-in time stamps that are helpful if a dispute is filed.
• Property managers are there to help! Feel free to ask any questions during your stay.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like loud visitors disrupting your peace and quiet. Apply the golden rule for best judgement. Happy residents may even recommend great restaurants and places you would have not otherwise known!
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Residents can frequently help. Who better to ask where to enjoy a steak with a view, have a great night out, or the best spots for fishing?
• Keep your rental home locked while you are out! Don't let crooks ruin your vacation.
• Don't leave anything behind! Before you drive away, walk through the rental property to confirm you've collected all personal belongings. Check closets, dressers, garages, and bathrooms for hidden treasure. Clean the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Go through the rental a final time and scan for any damage. We suggest walking through with the host whenever possible. If the property manager is not available, take photos and video of the property to record its condition at check-out.
• Leave feedback! Property managers rely on good feedback to stimulate more bookings. They'll be much obliged for your feedback. Alternatively, if something wasn't as described, other vacationing families will be thankful you shared your feedback find their best vacation rental. Remember to be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the property manager could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded reasonably to remedy it.