Stairway to Historic Charm! - Vacation rental home in Wilmington, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 12
• 4 Bedrooms
• 4 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

2400 sqft of comfortable living for up to 12 on the 2nd and 3rd floor of the home.

Your stay puts you right in the middle of everything going on in downtown Wilmington. You will be staying a block and a half from the new Wilson performing arts center, one block from the Brooklyn Arts center, 4 blocks from the north end of the Brooklyn arts District, 3 blocks from the cotton exchange, and 5 blocks from the Market and Water Street intersection. Wrightsville beach is a short 20 min uber or lyft ride, along with Carolina Beach being a 30 min drive. The home is close to eateries, dining, and all the downtown nightlife.

HA rules do not allow for the property to be rented to guests under 26 years of age or guests under 26 that are not family members.

The home is a historic property that was divided into an upstairs and downstairs apt's. The apt's have separate entrances and only share the front porch and backyard (less patio) as common areas. Parking is located in the backyard at the rear of the property, this unit gets 2 spaces two deep one car in front of the other. This leaves two spots deep for the downstairs unit. The property is monitored with a security system. The home next door is being completely modernized. Construction noise maybe present during working hours, as a note the bedrooms are on the opposite side of the home, if traveling with younger guests. If bringing family family pets I must be notified and the animals must be approved prior to arrival. No pets over 50lbs

Rules
-Quiet hours 10pm-7am, no congregating on the porch after 10pm. The downstairs bedroom is adjacent to the porch. Zero tolerance for disturbing the tenants in the other unit. Guests will be responsible for reimbursement which will equal this units nightly amount. ***Please note if you are looking for a place to throw a event please look for another listing. If identified as violating this policy you will be removed from the property immediately along with surrendering the security deposit. You will also be responsible for covering the nightly reservation costs of the other guests. ***
- no pets on the furnishings, pets must have their feet wiped before going upstairs
- pet cleaning costs will be based on the companies assessment and charge if excessive cleaning is required.
- Please remove shoes to help preserve the wood floors and furnishings and also for the consideration of the downstairs guests.
- do not move around the furnishings and furnishings to avoid damaging the furnishings or unit, damage to items or unit will be deducted from security deposit.
- make-up remover wipes are supplied any linens stained by makeup or negligence will be deducted from the security deposit.
-Smoking, burning, bbq with a grille or anything like within the home or under the covered porches or balcony will be assessed a $300 fee.

* smoking in the home immediately forfeits the security deposit.

* * exceeding the max. capacity of 12 in the home will lead to surrendering of the security deposit. plus $300 per additional guest. Supersedes Vacation Rental By Owner terms and conditions.

*** Any animal feces left in the units is cause for surrender of the security deposit, this supersedes any Vacation Rental By Owner policy.

By agreeing to the home rules you authorize Vacation Rental By Owner to surrender your full security deposit for any of the *’d items. Likewise any damage, lost or stolen items will be charged the replacement cost including shipping, costs, taxes and labor and authorize Airbnb to deduct the full cost from the security deposit. Also the security deposit is for all physical and monetary damages due to the guests. The home rules supersede any and all Vacation Rental By Owner policies.

About the Area

Wilmington Historic District, a neighborhood in Wilmington, is home to this vacation home. Brooklyn Arts Center at St. Andrews and Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Wilmington Railroad Museum and Children's Museum of Wilmington. 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.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

How to find the best Wilmington rental home experience:

Sticking to a spending plan:

• June, July, and August are the most expensive months in the Wilmington, NC area. To find the best value, shift your family's Wilmington, NC vacation to the Spring or Fall shoulder seasons. May, September, and even October offer great temperatures, fewer crowds, and greatly reduced traffic. Many vacationers use this strategy to reserve larger homes, or to book an oceanfront vacation rental that would otherwise be unaffordable during the Summer months. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook the holidays for a Wilmington, NC vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday vacation near the ocean? Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years are great times to gather with family and friends at the beach.
• In the Wilmington, NC area, The earlier you can book a rental home, the easier your search will be. The most desirable rental properties are booked early. Reserving your vacation property up to twelve months before your travel dates is recommended. Christmas, Thanksgiving and New Years Eve are excellent times to search for and reserve your rental home.
• Active Duty and veterans of the US Armed forces may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective host whether your group qualifies for a special promotion or discount.
• Property management companies frequently offer renters an option to obtain trip insurance. Trip insurance, which will generally cost between 1% - 5% of the base stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for any missed vacation time as a result of medical-related emergencies or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation charges, such as an unexpected hotel stay or extra fuel expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a bank account-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask the property owner for program terms and fees.
• Many rental management companies and vacation rental houses supply Wilmington, NC area visitor guide magazines that include special deals, either offered directly by local companies, or through a relationship with the rental management company and the business itself. You can also find visitors guide and coupon books at local gas stations and shopping centers.

Make a plan and choose the best Wilmington, NC vacation home:

• Choose vacation dates and maximum budget.
• Note the number beds and the configuration your family requires. Stairway to Historic Charm! has 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our Wilmington, NC rental home search.
• Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts & types is commonly accessible on booking pages. If they are not listed, reach out to the host before reserving your rental. Note that most properties list the maximum guest capacity, which usually includes pull out couches in living rooms. You will need to work out what configuration is suitable for your family.
• Does your family require specific amenities? Most rental search websites include amenity lists and search filters. Amenity filters help you quickly remove less-optimal properties.
• Proper accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for persons with a disability. Confirm all necessary amenities are available before booking
• If your group is vacationing with pets, you must book a pet-friendly vacation rental. Make sure to ask for details on breed, size, and type requirements. Usually, property owners require additional pet deposits and fees.

Considerations for your stay:

• We recommend storing the manager's contact information in your smartphone.
• During check-in, make note of any damages to the property and immediately alert the owner. Record all correspondence in case a dispute arises.
• Ask questions. You may need instructions for a fireplace, elevator or thermostat. Contact your owner. They are there to help! A brief phone call can prevent quite a few problems.
• Respect the neighborhood. Often times, surrounding homes are occupied by local residents. Respecting noise limits and parking regulations can make a stay significantly more pleasurable.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Neighbors can often help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to go for the best drinks, have a great night out, or the best spots for shopping?
• Ensure you protect the owner (and your stuff!) by locking the rental when you are out, just like you would back home.
• Just before checking out, complete a walk-through to make sure you didn't forget any personal items. Remember to check closets, dressers, garages, and bathrooms for hidden treasure. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Please make sure to walk through the rental a final time and scan for damage. We advise inspecting the property with the property manager whenever possible. If the property manager isn't available, ensure that you take photographs of the property to record its condition.
• Did your family have a great time? Many rental websites make it easy for travelers to provide feedback. If your rental and/or property manager was great, they would love to hear it. If anything was amiss and they failed to address it in a reasonable manner, or if the vacation rental wasn't described correctly, you'll want to make it a point as part of your comments.