cute home close to UNCW - Vacation rental home in Wilmington, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 6
• 3 Bedrooms
• 1 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

Welcome to Daydream_Wilmington! This 3 bedroom/1 bathroom 1950's bungalow has been refreshed from head to toe with a completely updated kitchen & bathroom, new windows, new deck, new roof, and new outdoor shower. The close proximity to UNCW (3 min), Wrightsville Beach (10 min), Downtown (11 min), Mayfair (8 min), and Long Leaf Park (5 min) gives you the proximity to attractions that you want with the solitude of a peaceful street. Start your daydream with a stay at Daydream_Wilmington!

While we want you to have the best time possible, we do have some home rules that you will need to agree to prior to booking our home.

Please note: After making the online request, guests will receive e-mail communication from the owner with next steps. Guests are required by NC Vacation Rental Act to sign and agree to the Vacation Rental Agreement. Reservation stay cannot be accommodated without the completion of the required Vacation Rental Agreement which will be sent to guests to sign via DocuSign.

• Outdoor security cameras are located at the front and back doors. There are no indoor cameras inside the property.

• Check-in time is 4 pm. I will send a keycode to you within 24 hours of your check-in time.

• Check out time is 10 am. Late check outs are not allowed and will result in an additional fee of $100 to be charged against the security deposit.

• Please park your cars in the front yard/driveway of the home. Do NOT drive your cars to the rear of the home or place them on the street.

• This is a smoking and vaping complimentary home. Please do NOT smoke inside or outside of the home. Evidence of smoking or vaping will result in a non-returnable fee of $200 (this will be in addition to the loss of the security deposit).

• No illegal drugs of any kind will be allowed on or inside the property at any time.

• No events or third-event vendors are allowed at the home or in the yard during your stay. Respect peaceful hours and please keep noise to a minimum starting at 11 pm.

• Dogs are allowed at our home with a limit of two dogs. We kindly ask that you keep them off of the furnishings. No cats or other animals of any kind are allowed.

• Please pick up after your dog so that our floors and the next guests’ shoes can stay clean. If your dog messes on the floors in the bedrooms or the living room, please wipe the mess up with paper towels and then spray the Bona wood cleaner over the spot. If they mess in the kitchen, please use the 409 cleaner after you have dried up the mess with paper towels.

Also, for the safety of your dog and others please keep your dog on a leash when they are outside.

• Only the guests that have been listed at the time the reservation was made are allowed at the home. If more guests arrive then are listed on the reservation, you will be asked to leave and your deposit will not be returned.

• Please empty all trashcans prior to checking out.

• We have delightful butcherblock counters in the kitchen that we would like to keep looking nice. Please use the cutting boards when making your meals and do not cut food on the countertops.

• Please do not rearrange the furnishings in the home.

• Do not put wipes of any kind – even if they say they are flushable - down the toilet.

• Please do not bring food or drinks (other than water) in the bedrooms.

• All sheets, pillow cases, bath towels, hand towels, and kitchen towels need to be placed in the laundry bag and left in the living room. Please leave each bedroom’s comforter on top of the bed.

• Please place all dirty dishes in the dishwasher. Do NOT start the dishwasher as our cleaning crew will do so when they arrive.

• Grilling, fire pits, fireworks, candles – really anything that involves fire – is not allowed.

• Please do not access the two outdoor sheds as they are for the hosts only.

**cancellation policy for Daydream_Wilmington:
100% refund if canceled 14 days before check-in
50% refund if canceled 7-14 days before check-in
otherwise, no refund

In coastal cities waterbugs are prevalent due to the warm, humid climate. We have an exterminator spray the yard and home quarterly, and even more during the summer.

Daydream_Wilmington was constructed in 1954. We, as owners, felt it was important to keep the authentic character of the home (original doors, doorknobs, wood floors, etc) while completing the renovations. Therefore, some doors might not close comfortably, the floors might squeak, or there could be other modest details you notice during your stay that come with an older home. We hope you savor the original, vintage vibe of our home while appreciating the modern updates of today.

-Free on-site parking
-3 min to UNCW
-10 min to Wrightsville Beach
-11 min to Downtown Wilmington
-8 min to Mayfair Town Center stores and eateries
-5 min to Long Leaf Park

About the Area

Winter Park, a neighborhood in Wilmington, is home to this vacation home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Wrightsville Beach and Carolina Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Trask Coliseum or Legion Stadium.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

3 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Our top Vacation rental home tips and tricks:

Sticking to a spending budget:

• Reserve your vacation rental as early as possible. Rental schedules often open twelve months in advance (or in September just after the Summer season ends). Many groups reserve their Summer rental homes during holiday get-togethers. Book before these holidays for best selection.
• Reserve your vacation in the Spring or Fall to get the benefit of warm weather while saving money and avoiding crowds. Many vacationers use this strategy to reserve larger homes, or to book a beach front rental that would otherwise be unavailable or unaffordable during the Summer. 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? Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years are great times to gather with family and friends at your favorite beach.
• Hosts sometimes offer promotional rates for veterans and active duty military. Make sure to check with your property manager to see if rate reductions are available for your family.
• Management companies and individual rental owners often offer customers an option to purchase vacation insurance protection. Trip insurance, which usually will cost you between 1% - 5% of the base stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for days missed as a result of personal medical-related catastrophes or weather, as well as ensuing additional evacuation costs or charges, such as an unanticipated hotel stay or additional gasoline expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a life-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your property manager for more information.
• Find a copy of your local Wrightsville Beach area magazine when you check-in. If your rental home doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local grocery stores and visitor centers. In addition to great information, visitors guides contain coupons for local attractions, tours, restaurants, and shops.

Choosing and booking the perfect Wrightsville Beach vacation home:

• To start, have your family commit to dates and a spending budget.
• Decide how many beds and the bed configuration your group requires. cute home close to UNCW has 3 bedrooms and 1 bathrooms.
• Specific information regarding bedrooms and bed types is usually accessible on booking pages. If you don't see them listed, reach out to the property management company before you book the home. Remember that most property listings specify maximum guest capacity, which usually includes pull-out couches.
• If your family is bringing pets, search for a pet-friendly vacation rental. Request information on breed, size, and type requirements. Usually, hosts charge pet deposits and fees.
• Are you visiting for a specific event? Try a map search to locate nearby properties.
• Suitable accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for those with limited mobility. Remember to confirm all necessary amenities are available before booking

Tips to have a great stay:

• Take a copy of the owner's phone number and check in/check out procedures for your rental home. We recommend storing the host's information in your smartphone and wallet.
• Property managers are there to help! Don't be shy to ask questions before, during, or after your stay.
• Keep your rental home locked while you're gone! Don't let thieves ruin your holiday.
• To make sure that damages aren't linked to your family's visit, make note of any problem areas upon your arrival. Speak to the property manager immediately to record your findings. If there is a dispute about legal responsibility later, having a record of concerns and contact attempts will be helpful.
• Respecting quiet hours and parking policies can make a stay significantly more pleasurable. Be a good neighbor. You will increase your chance to make some new local friends, and resident neighbors are a fantastic resource to find the best local attractions.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Locals can frequently help. Who better to ask where to book the best tours, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for crabbing?
• Double-check the vacation property to make sure that you've packed all of your family's items on check-out day. Make sure to check dressers, closets, and bathrooms for hidden treasure. Clean the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Document the condition of the property at check-out. We recommend taking a video during your final walk-through.
• Did your family have a wonderful time? Most rental websites make it easy for vacationers to provide reviews. If your rental property and/or property management company was wonderful, they would love to hear it. If anything was amiss and they failed to correct it in a reasonable manner, or if the vacation rental wasn't as described, you'll want to make a note as part of your feedback.