Historic Hideaway Downtown, Wilmington w\/ parking - Vacation rental home in Wilmington, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 2
• 1 Bedrooms
• 1 Bathrooms
• Apartment
• Approximately 400 square feet

This historic, pretty, hideaway apartment is located upstairs in the second story of a elegantly landscaped and maintained historic home that homes Heinberg Insurance Agency, a long-running family-owned business and downtown institution. The agency operates 9am-5pm Mon-Fri and 10-2pm on Sat. The apartment is separate and completely private and in the evening guests have the premises all to themselves.

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The space
Up a flight of exterior stairs, the apartment has a modest private porch overlooking the parking lot and tree-filled area. The home sits next to the Cape fear museum and catty corner across the street from Wilmington downtown fire station. Located on 8th and Market Street, the space is just a few mins. walk to the heart of downtown. The apartment has a well-equipped sizable eat-in kitchen with a full-size refrigerator/ oven/ stove/ microwave/ dishwasher and washer & dryer, and a midcentury modern dining table and 4 chairs. The bedroom is roomy and pretty with a new queen bed, a couch and a desk. Additionally there is a full bath and a huge hall that doubles as living space. WIFI signal is strong as it is shared with the business housed downstairs. This space is comfortable and visitors feel welcome here.
Guest access
Guests have access to a parking spot in the parking lot and their own private balcony as well as the entire apartment which consists of a huge kitchen and a enormous bedroom, full bathroom and large hall that doubles as living space.
Other things to note
This is an apartment located on the second floor of a historic home. The downstairs of the home is used as an insurance agency where clients come and go throughout the day. Any interaction with the staff or clients of Heinberg insurance agency would only happen in the parking area unless a visitor needed help for some reason.

About the Area

Located in Wilmington, this apartment is in the city center. Children's Museum of Wilmington and Magnolia Greens Golf Plantation are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Wrightsville Beach and Carolina Beach. Cape Fear Museum and Carolina Heights are also worth visiting.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Tips to get the best Wrightsville Beach vacation property experience:

How to get the best rental home value:

• Reserve your rental as early as possible. Rental schedules usually open a year in advance (or in September just after Summertime ends). Many groups reserve their Summer rentals during holiday gatherings. Book before these holidays for best selection.
• To get the best value, try changing your family's Wrightsville Beach vacation week to the Spring or Fall months. May, September, and October offer warm weather, less crowded beaches, and greatly reduced traffic.
• Some property management companies offer special rates for veterans. Remember to ask your property manager if special offers are available for your family before you book.
• Property management companies often offer renters an option to purchase trip insurance. Trip insurance, which will generally cost anywhere between 1% - 5% of the base reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for days missed as a result of personal medical-related issues or weather disasters, as well as hurricane evacuation costs or charges, such as an unexpected hotel overnight or extra gas expenses. Trip insurance can be a a life-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask the property owner for specifics.
• Look for your local Wrightsville Beach area magazine upon arrival. If your rental property doesn't have one, you can find them at local grocery stores and visitor centers. In addition to great local information, visitors guide magazines have money saving offers on nearby accommodations, tours and attractions.

How to pick the best vacation rental in the Wrightsville Beach area:

• First, have your group choose trip dates and a maximum budget.
• Determine how many beds and what type of bedroom configuration your family requires. Historic Hideaway Downtown, Wilmington w\/ parking has 1 bedrooms and 1 bathrooms.
• Specific information about bedrooms and bed counts & types is normally available on booking websites. If you don't see them listed, contact the property manager before you book the home. Remember that most listings specify maximum guest capacity, which usually includes sofa beds in living rooms.
• If your group is traveling with pets, filter your search for a pet-friendly property. Get information on breed, weight, and type requirements. Note that some property owners require additional pet deposits and fees.
• Visiting for a specific event or attraction? Try a map search to browse nearby rentals.
• Appropriate accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for the less-mobile. Make certain to ask about specialized equipment and wheel chair accessibility.

More considerations:

• Get the owner's contact number and entry/exit procedures for your rental home. Store the manager's contact information in your smartphone.
• Property managers are there to help! Feel free to ask any questions before, during, or after your stay.
• Keep your rental home locked while you're out! Don't let burglars ruin your family vacation.
• Upon arrival, record any damages to the property and immediately alert the host. Record all correspondence just in case a dispute arises.
• Be respectful of your neighbors. Frequently, nearby homes are filled by local residents. Respecting late-night noise limits and parking policies reduces conflict and allows everyone to enjoy their day.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Neighbors can frequently help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to find the fresh catch of the day, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for fine dining?
• Don't leave anything behind! Just before you drive away, walk through the rental property to reconfirm you've collected everything. Re-check closets, dressers, garages, and bathrooms for hidden treasure. Clean the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Please make sure to walk through the property one final time and look for damages to contents or the property itself. We suggest inspecting the property with the host whenever you can. If the property manager is not available, remember to take photos of the rental to record its condition.
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