3BR\/2BA Historic Home in the Heart of Downtown Wilmington - Vacation rental home in Wilmington, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 6
• 3 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 1898 square feet

This historic home is jam packed with traditional appeal and original character - that is why we call it Second to Nun!
Located in Historic Downtown Wilmington neighborhood just a 4 min. walk to the Riverwalk.
Front porch ideal for sweet tea sipping and taking in the spectacular neighborhood. Formal entryway and original wood floors throughout, the first level includes a traditional parlor with a funky flare, dining room with seating for 6, living room with streaming TV, roomy upgraded kitchen with gas cooking & Keurig coffee maker, washer/dryer, and a full bathroom with a shower. Fenced backyard with patio area. Upstairs you'll find a main bedroom with a king size bed & streaming TV, bedroom with a full size bed & streaming TV, third bedroom with a queen size bed, and a full bathroom. This home sleeps 6 in total, there is an driveway that can fit about 3 cars tandem. There is 2HR parking on the street, otherwise it is paid public parking.
Park your car and walk to everything Downtown Wilmington has to offer!

About the Area

Located on a river, this vacation home is in Wilmington Historic District, a neighborhood in Wilmington. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Wrightsville Beach and Carolina Beach. Children's Museum of Wilmington and Cape Fear Museum are also worth visiting. Sailing and surfing/body boarding offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and mountain biking nearby.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Vacation rental booking tips and tricks:

Cost saving strategies:

• In the Wrightsville Beach area, The sooner you can book a vacation home, the better your selection will be. The best vacation rentals are booked very early. Reserving your rental property 6-12 months before your travel dates is recommended. Christmas, Thanksgiving and New Years Eve are excellent times to search for and book your rental property.
• Reserve your Wrightsville Beach vacation in the Fall or Spring shoulder seasons to get the benefit of beautiful weather while saving money and avoiding crowds. Many vacationers use this strategy to reserve larger homes, or to book an oceanfront rental that would otherwise be unavailable or unaffordable during the high season.
• Some property management companies offer promotional rates for veterans. It's always a good idea to check with your host or property manager to see if rate reductions are available for your group before you book.
• Property management companies frequently offer customers an option to obtain vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which will generally cost anywhere 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, as well as ensuing additional evacuation costs or charges, such as an unanticipated hotel or extra gasoline expenses. Trip insurance can be a a welcome relief if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your property manager for program terms and fees.
• Find a copy of your local Wrightsville Beach area magazine when you check-in. If your rental home doesn't have one, you can find them at local grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers. In addition to great local stories, visitors guide magazines have coupons for nearby restaurants, attractions, and tours.

Choosing and booking a perfectrental:

• Start by having your group choose vacation dates and a budget.
• Note the number bedrooms and what type of bedroom configuration you need. 3BR\/2BA Historic Home in the Heart of Downtown Wilmington has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
• Precise information about bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is usually accessible online. If you don't see them listed, email the property manager before reserving the rental. Note that most listings specify the max. guest capacity, which often includes pull-out couches. You'll need to determine which bed configuration is optimal for your vacation group.
• Traveling with pets? Although a number of vacation homes allow pets or animals, guidelines and costs vary per property. Type of pet, size and breeds may be limited. Ask your host before booking, and study your agreement! Additional pet fees or may be applied to your invoice.
• If there's a certain Wrightsville Beach destination you crave, browse homes that are either near by, or those that cater to your desires.
• Suitable accessibility can make or break a vacation for the less-mobile. .

Tips for your stay:

• Review check in & check out procedures before traveling. Take a printed copy, and add a note with the instructions to your phone.
• Property managers are available to help! Feel free to ask questions before, during, or after your stay.
• Lock your vacation home while you are out and about. Protect the owner's property and your things!
• Make a record of any issues with the rental during check in, and immediately send them to the host. We specifically recommend texts and e-mails, as they usually contain time stamps that are valuable if a dispute arises.
• Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking policies can make a stay more pleasurable. You'll magnify your chance to make local friends, and resident neighbors are an excellent resource to find the best local beaches and hangouts.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Local residents can typically help. Who better to ask where to charter a fishing boat, have a great night out, or the best spots for fine dining?
• Don't leave anything behind! Before departing, walk through the rental to make sure you've collected all personal items. Check garages, decks, and cabinets for hidden belongings. Clean the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Go through the property a final time and keep an eye out for any damage. We advise walking through with the property manager whenever possible. If the property manager isn't available, remember to take video of the rental to record its condition at check-out.
• Leave a review! Property owners rely on good feedback to propel more reservations. They'll be thankful for your review. Alternatively, if something went awry, other vacationers will will be grateful for your review find their best vacation home. Remember to be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the host could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded expeditiously to remedy it.