The Yak Shack: Carriage House in Historic District - 4 blocks from Riverwalk - Vacation rental home in Wilmington, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 2
• 1 Bedrooms
• 1 Bathrooms
• Guest house
• Approximately 451 square feet

Overview:

Keep it simple at this calming and centrally-located carriage home in the heart of historic Wilmington. Recently constructed, clean and attractively designed in a peaceful area just 4 walkable blocks from the river and all that downtown has to offer. Located under a giant Live Oak, this comfortable studio will make you feel like you're staying in a treehouse. Included is an efficiency kitchenette, full bath, high-speed WIFI, 60" flat screen TV w/ streaming, premium linens and packed with other essentials.


Location:

The freshly constructed guest home is in the historic district of downtown Wilmington which accepts you the modern amenities inside while taking a walk through the past outside. Set behind the main home on a street lined with Live Oaks, Palm Trees, Jasmine, Oleander and Azaleas, it includes a studio floorplan with a full bath and kitchenette. The property is within the historic district boundaries, so guests immediately take a step back in time once outside with many of the local homes dating back to the early-mid 19th Century.


Access:

Full access to carriage home for duration of stay. Contact-complimentary, keyless entry ensures you can come and go as you please with no need to worry about keys.


Local Attractions:

The property is 2 blocks from the Castle Street Arts District and 4 blocks from the famed Wilmington Riverwalk, eateries and bars. 15 min. drive from Wrightsville Beach and 25 min. drive from Carolina Beach.

About the Area

Located in Wilmington, this guesthouse 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 looking for area attractions can visit Cape Fear Museum and Carolina Heights. Wilmington Railroad Museum and Greenfield Lake Park and Gardens are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and water skiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and cycling.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Our top Rental home booking tips and tricks:

Sticking to a spending plan:

• Book your vacation rental as soon as possible. Rental schedules usually become available twelve months in advance (or in September just after Summertime ends). Many families book their Summer vacation rentals during holiday get-togethers. Book before these holidays for best selection.
• Summer months are the most expensive season in the Wrightsville Beach area. To get the best value, consider shifting your family's Wrightsville Beach trip dates to the Spring or Fall months. May, September, and even October offer great temperatures, fewer crowds, and greatly reduced traffic. 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 loved ones at your favorite beach.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective host if your group qualifies for a special rate.
• Booking websites frequently offer renters an option to add vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which costs 1% - 5% of the stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any missed trip time as a result of personal medical-related emergencies or weather, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs, such as an unanticipated hotel stay or extra fuel expenses. Trip insurance might be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask the property owner for more information.
• Many rental management companies supply Wrightsville Beach area visitor guides which often include money-saving offers, either offered directly by local companies, or through a relationship between the rental management company and the business itself. You can also find Wrightsville Beach visitors guide magazine and coupon books at local gas stations and shopping centers.

Make a plan and pick a perfectrental:

• Select a group leader, choose your dates, and select a spending budget.
• Note the number beds and the bed configuration you need. The Yak Shack: Carriage House in Historic District - 4 blocks from Riverwalk has 1 bedrooms and 1 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our Wrightsville Beach vacation rental search.
• Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts & types is almost always accessible on booking websites. If you don't see them listed, reach out to the host before booking the vacation property. Note that most listings specify maximum guest capacity, which usually includes sofa beds and bunks.
• Some properties allow pets, but others don't. Acceptable types of family pet, size and breeds may be restricted, and additional costs may apply. Ask the owner about pets before booking.
• Looking for particular amenities? Most rental websites include search filters with amenity lists. Amenity filters help you quickly remove less-optimal properties.
• Suitable accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for the less-mobile. Make certain to ask about specialized equipment and wheel chair accessibility.

More considerations:

• Review arrival and departure procedures before traveling. Take a printed copy, and save the directions to your phone.
• Hosts are there to help! Feel free to ask any questions before, during, or after your stay.
• Ensure you protect the owner (and your things!) by locking the property when you are out, just like you would back home.
• During check-in, note any issues with the property and immediately alert the property manager. Keep records of all coorespondence.
• Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking regulations can make a stay significantly more pleasurable. You will enhance your chance to make local friends, and resident neighbors can be a fantastic resource to find the best local scenic spots.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Local residents can usually help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to charter a fishing boat, have a great night out, or the best spots for BBQ?
• On check-out day, take a final walk-through to make sure you did not forget anything. Re-check garages, decks, and cabinets for hidden belongings. Clean the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Inspect the rental a final time and keep an eye out for any damage. We advise inspecting the property with the host whenever you can (often this isn't possible). If the manager is not available, ensure that you take photos of the property to record its condition.
• Leave a review! Property owners rely on excellent ratings to compel new bookings. They'll be much obliged for your feedback. Alternatively, if something wasn't as described, other vacationing families will be thankful you shared 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 property manager could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded quickly to fix it.