1916 Coastal Grandmother & modern ADU with firepit - Vacation rental home in Wilmington, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 16
• 4 Bedrooms
• 5 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

Step into the past at our downtown Wilmington historic home & modern converted studio with 8 car driveway. Meticulously restored, it combines vintage appeal with modern comfort. Unwind in decorated bedrooms, appreciate a completely equipped kitchen and relax in the private garden patio with fire pit. Centrally located, discover the vibrant downtown, historic sites, and riverfront just steps away. Free Wi-Fi, intelligent TV, and attentive hosts ensure a memorable stay. Immerse yourself in the charm of Wilmington.

The space
Whether you want to visit the Cargo District, Soda Pop District, or Riverwalk, you're located right in the heart of everything we've come to adore about Wilmington.

ILM Airport: 2.9 miles (5 min. drive)

Kitchen: Main suite kitchen is entirely equipped with plates, mugs, bowls, toaster, wine glasses, cutlery to margarita glasses! There is a double oven and XL refrigerator and freezer. Child friendly cups, plates can be found in the microwave pantry.

Master Guest Room 1: First floor main suite has a king bed with access to the backyard, private bathroom and walk in closet. Desk available for work that might need to be done during your stay and a intelligent TV.

Master Bathroom 1: private bathroom with tub and shower located in the Master Guest Room 1.

Guest Room 2: First floor guest room has a queen bed, intelligent TV, and original constructed in book shelf.

Bathroom 2: is located right next to Guest Room 2 and also homes the washer and dryer.

Queen Pull Out Couch 1: is located in the living room next to matching appreciate seat.

Living Room: has a enormous sectional, reading lamp, and 55” intelligent TV and xbox.

Half Bath: Located between the kitchen and the living room.

Guest Room 3: The first room as you come up the stairs. A queen bed, TV and comfortable feel. Please watch your head in this room as the ceiling follows the roof line.

Guest Room 4: Down the hall as you make your way up the stairs, this room features two queen beds, shared nighttime stand and dresser.

Upstairs Bathroom: Full bathroom on the second floor in-between Guest Rooms 3 & 4.

Detached Suite: A converted garage has been delightfully transformed into a lofted Guest Room 5. With a spiral staircase that leads to a queen bed. This is the ideal space for some tranquility and peaceful. A kitchen, intelligent TV, full bathroom, kitchen table and Queen Pull Out Couch #2 to complete the space.

Backyard: The calming backyard was bespoke designed to block out the busy-ness of the city. With a fire place, multiple seating areas and overgrown ivy, this is a great place for a calming dinner, a warm fire or just to get some sun.

Child Friendly: We have a pack and play stored in the master suite’s closet. Parents, please clean up and pack away after use so future guests can also savor this perk!

Follow us on social media:
@coastalgrandmother for the main home
@coastalgranddaughter for the refreshed garage
Guest access
Please make yourselves at home in BOTH the main home and the freshly remodeled detached suite.

The listing does not include the locked up basement in the main home.

Early Check In: We can accommodate early check ins comfortably since our cleaning crew starts on the detached suite first and should be done by 12pm EST. You can drop off your bags/freshen up while they finish the main home.

Late Check Out: Depending on whether or not we have a same day check in, we will do our best to accommodate but please ask first!

Fun Facts:

- The hit show "The Summer I Turned Pretty" was filmed right on our block!

- One Tree Hill was also filmed in Wilmington and shot many scenes on this very street.

- Michael Jordan is Wilmington's most famed resident. He and his siblings were raised right here!

Destinations to Visit

- 10 min. walk to the Wilmington Riverwalk through Historic Downtown Wilmington
- 15 min. drive to Wrightsville Beach
- 30 min. drive to Carolina Beach

Eateries and Food:

Pinpoint: Farm to table, American fare. Finest restaurant in Wilmington!
Indochine: Thai and Vietnamese food with a amazing outside seating area.
Savorez: Latin American close to downtown. Modest venue so call ahead!
Seabird: Seafood done the right way right in the heart of downtown.
Prost Biergarten: German fare and great beer!
Ceviches: Seafood by Wrightsville beach. Great ambiance.
Maroon Monkey: Best coffee in Wilmington! I recommend the Banana’s Foster.
Cheesesmith: Grilled cheese is their specialty and a great lunch spot in the cargo district.
The Half: The very best sub shop in all of Wilmington!

Breweries and Nightlife:

Hi-Wire Brewery: Great beer and great pizza next door. Thursday is trivia nighttime!
Wrightsville Beach Brewery: Great food and beer stop after a long day at the beach.
Mad Mole Brewery: Good beer, good prices. Very underrated in Wilmington.
Pour Taproom: Don’t know what you like? Check out pour downtown to sample over 100 beers!
Edward Teach: Teaches Peaches is one of our favorites. Close to downtown and often hosts live music.
Flytrap Brewing: Great outdoor seating, just a hop, skip and a jump from Edward Teach.
New Anthem Beer Project: Great beer and great murals by @Jenks_NC
Blue Post: A haunted past in this now billiards bar. Check out the haunted pub crawl to learn more!
Reel Cafe: If you appreciate to sing to strangers, this is the best spot for Karaoke!

About the Area

Northside, a neighborhood in Wilmington, is home to this vacation home. Cape Fear Museum and Bellamy Mansion Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Burgwin-Wright House and Brooklyn Arts Center at St. Andrews. Carolina Heights 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

Pets not allowed

Tips and Tricks for getting the perfect rental home experience:

When to book & When to go:

• Reserve your rental in the Fall or Spring shoulder seasons to enjoy warm weather while saving money and avoiding crowds. Many vacationers use this strategy to find larger homes within budget, or to book an oceanfront rental that would otherwise be unavailable during the Summer.
• Book your vacation home as early as possible. Rental schedules often become available 12 months in advance (or in September just after the Summer season ends). Many families reserve their Summer rental homes during Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years Eve get-togethers. Reserve before these holidays for best selection.
• Some hosts and property managers offer special rates for active duty military and veterans. It's always a good idea to check with your host or property manager to see if special discounts are available for your group.
• Management companies and individual rental owners often offer renters an option to buy vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which normally costs anywhere between 1% - 5% of the base booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for any missed time as a result of medical-related issues or weather, as well as hurricane evacuation costs or charges, such as an unanticipated hotel or extra fuel expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a life-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your property manager for program terms and fees.
• Often, rental management companies supply Wrightsville Beach area visitors guides which include special offers, either offered independently by local companies, or through a partnership between the rental management company and the business itself. You can also find Wrightsville Beach area magazine and coupon books at local shops and grocery stores.

Use filters to search efficiently:

• Select your vacation dates and maximum budget.
• Decide how many beds and the bed configuration your group needs. 1916 Coastal Grandmother & modern ADU with firepit has 4 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our Wrightsville Beach rentals search.
• Precise information regarding bedrooms and bed counts & types is generally available on booking pages. If they are not listed, call the property management company before you reserve the property. Note that most property listings specify the maximum guest capacity, which typically includes sofa beds.
• If there's a specific Wrightsville Beach attraction you love, keep an eye out for homes that are either near by, or those that cater especially to your needs.
• Appropriate accessibility can make or break a vacation for persons with a disability. Remember to confirm all required amenities are included before booking
• Traveling with pets? Many vacation homes allow animals, but guidelines and restrictions apply. Type of pet, size and breeds may be limited. Ask your property manager before booking, and study your rental agreement! Extra fees or might be applied to your agreement.

More tips for your stay:

• Review check in & check out procedures before leaving home. Take a printed copy, and add a note with the instructions to your phone.
• During arrival, document any issues with the property and immediately contact the host. Keep records of all coorespondence.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a fireplace, A/V setup or appliance. Contact your owner. They are there to help! A brief call can prevent lots of issues.
• Respect the neighborhood. Often, surrounding homes are filled by local residents. Respecting noise limits and parking rules is the right thing to do.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Local residents can usually help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to find the best seashells, have a great night out, or the best spots for fishing?
• Keep the property locked while you're away! Don't let burglars ruin your family vacation.
• Re-check every room of the property to make sure that you've packed all of your family's items at departure. Make sure to check dressers, closets, and bathrooms for hidden belongings. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Record a video to document the condition of the property.
• Did you have a great vacation? Most rental home management companies make it easy for vacationers to provide comments. If your property and/or property management company was fantastic, they would love to hear it. If anything was wrong and they failed to fix it reasonably, or if the vacation rental wasn't described correctly, you'll want to make it a point as part of your comments.