Cozy Cottage near UNCW, Central Location to All! - Vacation rental home in Wilmington, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 6
• 3 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Cottage

Just steps to UNCW’s handsome campus, Bluethenthal wildflower preserve, and the Cross City Trail, this 1930’s farmhouse has been lovingly restored and is ready for your coastal adventure!
This space features ample off street parking, wood floors throughout, with two comfortable bedrooms upstairs and the cavernous Master downstairs. Only 8 mins. to Wrightsville beach, 8 mins. to Downtown Wilmington by car. Walkable to so many great local eateries, parks, and Trader Joe’s!

About the Area

Located in Winter Park, a neighborhood in Wilmington, this cottage is near theme parks and on a river. Cameron Art Museum and Cape Fear Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park and Stanley Rehder Carnivorous Plant Garden. New Hanover County Arboretum and Carolina Heights are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

How to find the best Wilmington vacation home experience:

Sticking to a rental budget:

• June, July, and August are high season in Wilmington. Reserve your Wrightsville Beach rental in Spring or Fall to get the benefit of warm weather while saving money and avoiding crowded roads, restaurants, and activities. Many vacationers use this method to reserve larger homes, or to book a beach front rental that would otherwise be unavailable or unaffordable during the Summer months. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook the holidays for a Wrightsville Beach vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday vacation near the ocean? Christmas, Thanksgiving, and New Years Eve are great times to gather with family and friends at the beach.
• Book your vacation home as early as possible. Rental schedules often become available twelve months in advance (or in September just after Summertime ends). Many families book their Summer vacations during Winter holiday gatherings. Reserve before these holidays for best selection.
• Some property management companies offer rate reductions for active duty military and veterans. Make sure 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 customers an option to obtain trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which commonly will cost between 1% - 5% of the reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any missed trip time as a result of medical-related issues or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional evacuation costs, such as an unexpected hotel overnight or extra gasoline expenses. Trip insurance might be a a life-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your host for additional information.
• Many property management companies and vacation rental houses supply Wrightsville Beach area travel guide magazines which will include special deals, either offered directly by local companies, or through a relationship between the rental management company and the business itself. You can also find visitors guide and coupon books at local grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers.

Narrow your rental Search:

• Start by having your family select trip dates and a spending budget.
• Note the number bedrooms and the configuration your group needs. Cozy Cottage near UNCW, Central Location to All! has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
• Specific details about bedrooms and bed types is almost always accessible on booking pages. Otherwise, email the property manager before you reserve the vacation home. Remember that most properties list the max. guest capacity, which oftentimes includes sofa beds. You will need to establish what configuration is suitable for your family.
• If there's a specific Wrightsville Beach destination you simply love, browse properties that are either nearby, or those that cater to your desires.
• Appropriate accessibility can make or break a vacation for guests with disabilities. Confirm all necessary amenities are included before reserving a rental.
• Are you bringing the family pet? 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. Remember to ask the property manager before booking, and study your agreement! Extra fees or costs applied to your contract.

More considerations:

• Take a copy of the owner's phone number and entry/exit procedures for your . Put the manager's contact information in your smartphone and wallet.
• Upon check-in, note any issues with the property and immediately alert the host. Keep records of all coorespondence.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a garage door opener, television set or kitchen appliance. Contact your owner. They are there to help! A brief phone call can prevent lots of problems.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like loud vacationers bothering your peaceful home life. Use the golden rule for common sense. If they like you, locals might even recommend great restaurants and attractions you would've never otherwise known!
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Residents can usually help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to get the best seafood, have a great night out, or the best spots for shopping?
• Lock your rental home while you're out and about. Protect your property!
• Re-check every room of the property to make sure that you've packed all of your belongings on check-out day. Make sure to check closets, dressers, garages, and bathrooms for hidden treasure. Clean the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Document the condition of the property at check-out. We recommend taking a video during your final walk-through.
• Remember to leave a review! Property managers rely on great feedback to stimulate more reservations. They'll be grateful for your review. Alternatively, if something wasn't as described, other vacationing families will appreciate that you share your review and help them have the best future vacation. Please be fair with your feedback If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the host had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded reasonably to solve it.