The Loft at Alley 76\n\n - Vacation rental home in Wilmington, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 6
• 2 Bedrooms
• 1 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 850 square feet

Contemporary Carriage House in the heart of Wilmington, on a historic property with relaxing garden & neighborhood vistas. The property is accessed from a peaceful alley & includes covered parking beneath the unit. Two gracious bedrooms have sizable picture window vistas of a historic Azalea Festival garden & former coronation grounds. Bathroom has a double vanity & bespoke tile tub/shower. Lots of natural light adorns the open kitchen & living room. In unit laundry & dishwasher included.
The space
The unit was designed and constructed by the owner/architect in 2020 and finished in March of 2021. It is located in the Country Club Pines neighborhood of Wilmington, on a site that hosted some of the first Azalea Festival garden tours beginning in the 1940's. Inside the unit, there is an open living room with big screen TV, and a comfortable hanging chair by the corner picture windows for reading and calming. Some books and games are available in the unit for guest use. There are two private bedrooms, one with a King bed & the second with two twins.
A queen sleeper couch is located in the living room. Coffee and Tea are supplied in the unit, as well as basic cooking essentials. A pack 'n play portable crib is available upon request.
Guest access
Guests have access to the entire 2nd level apartment and two parking spaces. (one covered). More parking may be available upon request. There is also a modest outdoor area with seating.
Other things to note
Please keep your cars and any other valuables not inside the apartment, locked up and secure. Arrangements can be made with me to store items in the ground floor garage if required.

About the Area

Forest Hills, a neighborhood in Wilmington, is home to The Loft at Alley 76

. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Wrightsville Beach and Carolina Beach. Stanley Rehder Carnivorous Plant Garden and Cape Fear Museum are also worth visiting.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Booking the best vacation rental experience:

How to get the best value:

• Reserve your rental in the Fall or Spring shoulder seasons to get the benefit of beautiful weather while saving money and avoiding crowds. Many vacationers use this method to find larger homes within budget, or to book an oceanfront rental that would otherwise be unaffordable during the Summer months.
• Reserve your rental as soon as possible. Rental schedules usually open twelve months in advance (or in September just after the Summer season ends). Many groups book their Summer vacation rentals during Christmas and Thanksgiving get-togethers. Reserve before these holidays for best selection.
• Some hosts offer rate reductions for active duty military and veterans. It's always a good idea to check with your property manager to see if special offers are available for your group.
• Property managers usually offer customers an option to add trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which costs between 1% - 5% of the reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed days as a result of personal medical-related catastrophes or weather disasters, as well as evacuation costs, such as an unexpected hotel stay or extra fuel expenses. Trip insurance might be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your property manager for additional information.
• Look for your local Wrightsville Beach visitors guide upon checking in. If your rental home doesn't have one, you can find them at local grocery stores and visitor centers. In addition to great articles, visitor guide magazines have money saving offers on nearby tours, shops, and attractions.

Planning and picking a perfectrental:

• Choose a designated group leader, choose your vacation week, and choose a budget.
• Decide how many bedrooms and what type of bedroom configuration your family requires. The Loft at Alley 76\n\n has 2 bedrooms and 1 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our Wrightsville Beach rentals search.
• Specific information regarding bedrooms and bed counts & types is regularly available online. If they are not listed, call the host before booking your rental. Note that most property listings specify the max. guest capacity, which usually includes pull out couches in living rooms. You'll need to determine what configuration is right for your vacation family.
• Are you looking for particular amenities? Most rental websites include search filters with amenity lists. Use these filters to your advantage to find the perfect rental home.
• Appropriate accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for those with limited mobility. Remember to confirm all required amenities are available before reserving a rental
• Do your family pets travel with you? Although a number of vacation homes allow pets or animals, guidelines and costs vary per property. Allowable pet type, breed, and size are often limited. Make sure to ask before booking, and study your rental agreement! Additional fees or charges may be applied to your agreement.

Have a fantastic stay:

• Review check in & check out procedures before traveling. Take a printed copy, and add a note with the directions to your phone.
• Document any damages to the property upon arrival, and immediately send them to the owner. We specifically recommend e-mails and text messages, as they usually contain time stamps that are valuable if there is a dispute.
• Property managers are great sources of help! Feel free to ask questions before, during, or after your stay.
• Be respectful of your neighbors. Often, surrounding homes are filled by local residents. Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking regulations reduces conflict and allows everyone to enjoy their day.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Neighbors can frequently help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to grab the best tacos, have a great night out, or the best spots for BBQ?
• Lock your rental home while you're away. Protect your property!
• Double-check the vacation property to confirm that you've packed all personal items at departure. Check garages, decks, and cabinets for hidden items. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Walk through the property one final time and keep an eye out for any damage. We recommend inspecting the property with the property manager whenever you can. If the property manager isn't available, ensure that you take pictures of the property to record its condition at check-out.
• Did your group have a great vacation? Many vacation rental websites make it easy for guests to provide feedback. If your rental property and/or host was wonderful, they will likely appreciate your kind words. If anything was defective and they failed to address it within reason, or if the vacation rental wasn't as described, you'll want to make a note as part of your feedback.