• As low as $344/Night
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 9
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General Features

  • Games
  • 2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Blender
  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Concierge services
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Deadbolt lock
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Dining room
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Energy-saving switches
  • English
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Firepit
  • First aid kit
  • Free WiFi
  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Hair dryer
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Heating
  • Ice maker
  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Laundry facilities
  • Microwave
  • No elevators
  • Onsite parking
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Patio
  • Pet friendly
  • Playground
  • Recycling
  • Refrigerator
  • Shampoo
  • Smart TV
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Smoke-free property
  • Soap
  • Stovetop
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided
  • Unit size: 1812 sq ft (168 sq m)
  • Washing machine and dryer

About this Property

  • Sleeps 9
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Private vacation home
  • Approximately 1812 square feet

The Unicorn – Another Professionally Managed Carolina Vacays Home

Truly Pet-Friendly – No Deposits, No Fees, Ever!

Welcome to The Unicorn, a attractively restored 1940s home in the heart of Wilmington, NC. Perfectly located between Historic Downtown Wilmington and the UNC-Wilmington area, this Midtown gem blends classic appeal with modern amenities. With original wood floors, exposed brick, and thoughtfully designed spaces, this home is ideal for calming getaways, family gatherings, and extended stays.

Inside the Home – Where Comfort Meets Character.....

* Cavernous Open Floor Plan – Ideal for entertaining and unwinding
* Chef-Ready Kitchen – Totally supplied for your home-cooked meals
* Coffee Bar – Choose from a Cuisinart, Keurig, or French Press, complete with K-pods and condiments

Bedrooms & Sleeping Arrangements.....

* Primary Bedroom (1st Floor) – King-size Casper bed, intelligent TV, vanity, and an en suite bath with a walk-in shower
* Second Bedroom (Upstairs) – King-size Casper bed for restful nights
* Third Bedroom (Upstairs) – Queen-size bed + Bunk beds (Full below, Twin above) for flexible sleeping options
* All linens, bath towels, and beach towels supplied – No hidden costs!

Living & Entertainment.....
* Samsung "The Frame" TV – Doubles as digital art when not in use
* Intelligent TVs in every bedroom – Stream your favorite shows
* Laundry Room – Full-size washer & dryer for extended stays
* Games & Puzzles – A outfitted pantry also includes modest appliances, first aid supplies, and additional essentials

Outdoor Living – Unwind & Entertain.....

* Firepit area with Adirondack seating
* Gas Grille with tools and propane included
* Roomy back deck – Ideal for morning coffee or evening wine
* Ample parking – Rear parking for three cars + a horseshoe driveway (no backing out onto the street!)

Guest Access & Security.....

* Full access to the home (except the basement)
* Electronic keypad entry – Unique code for each stay
* EXTERIOR security cameras (located on all 3 exterior doors) for your tranquility of mind
* Note: The home is on a well-traveled road leading downtown, so some street noise is expected

Extra Touches for a Seamless Stay.....

* Shampoo, conditioner & body wash supplied
* Blow dryers in both full bathrooms
* Essential appliances – Blender, toaster, microwave, air fryer
* Wi-Fi & dedicated office space – Stay connected with ease
* Safety first – Smoke detectors, carbon monoxide detectors, fire extinguisher, and first aid kit

Optional Concierge Services (Available for an Additional Fee).....

* Infant/Toddler Package – Crib, high chair & more
* Starter Grocery Stocking – Arrive to a full refrigerator!
* Beach Package – Chairs, umbrellas & essentials
* Special Pickups & Deliveries – Let us arrange what you need

Feel the warmth and charm of The Unicorn – a home that combines historic elegance with modern convenience.

Whether you’re here for a beach getaway, downtown adventure, or simply a relaxing hideaway, we’d appreciate to host you!

Book now and make The Unicorn your home away from home in Wilmington, NC!

About the Area

Wilmington is home to this vacation home. Cape Fear Museum and Carolina Heights are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit The Cotton Exchange and Mayfaire Town Center. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College or Trask Coliseum.

Special Instructions

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

Know Before you Go

This property does not have elevators

Pet Policy

2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Tricks and tips to get the best Wilmington, NC rental experience:

How to get the best rental value:

  • Reserve your rental as early as possible. Rental schedules often become available twelve months in advance (or in September just after Summer ends). Many families book their Summer vacation rentals during holiday get-togethers. Reserve before these holidays for best selection.
  • Summertime is the most expensive season along the coast of NC. To get the best value, shift your family's Wilmington, NC vacation dates to the Spring or Fall shoulder seasons. May, September, and October offer great weather, fewer crowds, and greatly reduced traffic. Many vacationers use this method to reserve larger homes, or to reserve an oceanfront rental that would otherwise be unaffordable during the Summer. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook Winter holidays for a Wilmington, NC vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday vacation near the ocean? Christmas, Thanksgiving, and New Years Eve are great times to gather with friends and family at the beach.
  • Some hosts offer special rates for veterans. Remember to ask your property manager if special offers are available for your group.
  • Property managers often offer guests an option to add vacation insurance protection. Trip insurance, which costs anywhere between 1% - 5% of the stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed days as a result of medical-related emergencies or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation charges, such as an unanticipated hotel stay or additional fuel expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a bank account-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your host for additional information.
  • Find a copy of your local Wilmington, NC visitors guide magazine upon checking in. If your rental home doesn't have one, you can find them at local shops and fuel stations. In addition to great local articles, travel guide magazines contain offers and deals for local accommodations and attractions.

Planning, selecting, and booking the perfect Wilmington, NC rental:

  • Select a group leader, select your vacation week, and choose a max budget.
  • Determine how many bedrooms and the bed configuration your group needs. Wilmington's Downtown Unicorn...NO PET FEES or PET DEPOSITS! 5 mins. to Downtown has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
  • Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed types is often accessible on booking websites. If not, reach out to the property owner before booking the rental. Note that most listings specify maximum guest capacity, which oftentimes includes pull-out couches.
  • Remember to include your furry companions! Many vacation homes allow animals, but guidelines and restrictions apply. Allowable pet type, breed, and size are often limited. Remember to ask the property manager before booking, and study your rental agreement! Additional pet fees or could be applied to your agreement.
  • Are you looking for unique amenities? Most rental websites include amenity lists and search filters. Filtering by amenity will allow you to quickly find the perfect rental home.
  • Suitable accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for the less-mobile. Confirm all necessary amenities are available before reserving a rental.

Have a wonderful stay:

  • Add the owner's phone number to your phone. Take a copy of arrival/departure procedures.
  • Ask questions. You may need instructions for a garage door opener, intercom or WIFI setup. Contact your owner. They are there to help! A brief call can prevent lots of difficulties.
  • Lock your rental property while you're away! Don't let burglars ruin your trip.
  • At Check-in, note any damages to the rental property and immediately contact the property manager. Keep records of all correspondence just in case a dispute arises.
  • Don't forget to respect your neighbors. Frequently, nearby homes are filled by local residents. Respecting quiet hours and parking policies is the right thing to do.
  • Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Residents can often help. Who better to ask where to spend a rainy day, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for BBQ?
  • At departure, complete a walk-through to confirm you have not forget anything. Make sure to check bathrooms, garages, and back yards for hidden belongings. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
  • Record a video to document the condition of the property.
  • After your trip, leave feedback! Hosts rely on excellent feedback to inspire future bookings. They'll be much obliged for your feedback. Alternatively, if something went awry, other families will be thankful you shared your feedback find their best vacation home. Remember to be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the property manager had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded reasonably to fix it.

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Nearby Activities

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Visitors who are on the hunt for the postcard-perfect vacation rental in the heart of the Carolina Beach or Kure Beach area will find an enticing selection and plenty of friendly customer service when they rent through Victory Beach Vacations. Based in Carolina Beach in the coastal Cape Fear region, Victory Beach Vacations has more than 100 vacation rentals in all shapes and sizes to ensure that every vacationing family can find their dream home away from home on the beach.   When you book your Cape Fear getaway with Victory Beach Vacations, the fun doesn’t end when you leave the beach, it continues with an array of privately-owned properties outfitted with all of the amenities needed for a fabulous beach vacation.   Jenna Lanier, General Manager, explains that her family first opened the rental and property management business in 2002. At the forefront of Victory Beach operations is Lanier’s mother, Caroline Meeks. Meeks is both the Broker in Charge and co-owner with husband, Buck Meeks, who manages the Field Services team with Lanier’s husband, Scott.   For nearly 20 years, the Victory Beach team has worked tirelessly to establish a network of top-of-the-line rental properties for Cape Fear visitors to enjoy. “As far as our properties go,” explains Lanier, “they are all updated, well-furnished and appointed. “We have always performed post-cleaning inspections and since the pandemic, have put freshly laundered duvets over all of the comforters between rentals.”   Lanier emphasizes how important the guests experience is “we strive to give our guests a relaxing, stress free, memorable vacation.” This emphasis on customer service has led to Victory Beach Vacations having a 4.8 Google rating with over 300 reviews by happy owners and guests.In addition to Victory Beach’s superior sanitation practices, the company offers properties for every type of visitor. Choose from luxury oceanfront houses and condos to more reasonbly priced 2nd row properties with oceanviews. Many properties include pools and hot tubs as well, perfect for outdoor entertaining, and many are dog friendly.   Lanier also notes that all properties are within walking or driving distance to Pleasure Island’s main attractions – Carolina Beach and Kure Beach. The former, as described by Lanier, is the more commercialized of the two destinations and features a boardwalk, outdoor dining options and a plethora of weekly activities including fireworks, live music, amusement park pop-ups, and movies under the stars. Kure Beach offers a more residential feel with its fishing pier, intimate restaurants and family favorite, North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher.More water fun awaits, too. “There is a harbor and a canal that feed into the intercoastal. We have several properties on the harbor so guests can bring their boat, kayak, [or jet ski] and travel between islands,” says Lanier.   A stay with Victory Beach Vacations is an annual pilgrimage for most. “A large percentage of guests are previous guests. Some even reserve the same property for the next year as they’re checking out,” Lanier says. “It’s almost like it’s their personal vacation home.”   Even before guests arrive at their vacation destination, the Victory Beach Vacations’ website greets them with a live beach cam and exquisite aerial footage of both Carolina and Kure Beaches. See for yourself by scanning the QR code and call Victory Beach Vacations at 910.458.0868 to book your Cape Fear getaway. Start making your memories today! —Grace Silipigni