1916 Coastal Grandmother & modern ADU with firepit - Vacation rental home in Wilmington, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 16
• 4 Bedrooms
• 5 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

Step into the past at our downtown Wilmington historic home & modern converted studio with 8 car driveway. Meticulously restored, it combines vintage appeal with modern comfort. Unwind in decorated bedrooms, appreciate a entirely equipped kitchen and relax in the private garden patio with fire pit. Centrally located, discover the vibrant downtown, historic sites, and riverfront just steps away. Free Wi-Fi, intelligent TV, and attentive hosts ensure a memorable stay. Immerse yourself in the charm of Wilmington.

The space
Whether you want to visit the Cargo District, Soda Pop District, or Riverwalk, you're located right in the heart of everything we've come to adore about Wilmington.

ILM Airport: 2.9 miles (5 min. drive)

Kitchen: Main suite kitchen is completely equipped with plates, mugs, bowls, toaster, wine glasses, cutlery to margarita glasses! There is a double oven and XL refrigerator and freezer. Child friendly cups, plates can be found in the microwave pantry.

Master Guest Room 1: First floor main suite has a king bed with access to the backyard, private bathroom and walk in closet. Desk available for work that might need to be done during your stay and a intelligent TV.

Master Bathroom 1: private bathroom with tub and shower located in the Master Guest Room 1.

Guest Room 2: First floor guest room has a queen bed, intelligent TV, and original constructed in book shelf.

Bathroom 2: is located right next to Guest Room 2 and also homes the washer and dryer.

Queen Pull Out Couch 1: is located in the living room next to matching appreciate seat.

Living Room: has a enormous sectional, reading lamp, and 55” intelligent TV and xbox.

Half Bath: Located between the kitchen and the living room.

Guest Room 3: The first room as you come up the stairs. A queen bed, TV and comfortable feel. Please watch your head in this room as the ceiling follows the roof line.

Guest Room 4: Down the hall as you make your way up the stairs, this room features two queen beds, shared nighttime stand and dresser.

Upstairs Bathroom: Full bathroom on the second floor in-between Guest Rooms 3 & 4.

Detached Suite: A converted garage has been charmingly transformed into a lofted Guest Room 5. With a spiral staircase that leads to a queen bed. This is the ideal space for some tranquility and peaceful. A kitchen, intelligent TV, full bathroom, kitchen table and Queen Pull Out Couch #2 to complete the space.

Backyard: The calming backyard was bespoke designed to block out the busy-ness of the city. With a fire place, multiple seating areas and overgrown ivy, this is a great place for a calming dinner, a warm fire or just to get some sun.

Child Friendly: We have a pack and play stored in the master suite’s closet. Parents, please clean up and pack away after use so future guests can also savor this perk!

Follow us on social media:
@coastalgrandmother for the main home
@coastalgranddaughter for the refreshed garage
Guest access
Please make yourselves at home in BOTH the main home and the newly remodeled detached suite.

The listing does not include the locked up basement in the main home.

Early Check In: We can accommodate early check ins comfortably since our cleaning crew starts on the detached suite first and should be done by 12pm EST. You can drop off your bags/freshen up while they finish the main home.

Late Check Out: Depending on whether or not we have a same day check in, we will do our best to accommodate but please ask first!

Fun Facts:

- The hit show "The Summer I Turned Pretty" was filmed right on our block!

- One Tree Hill was also filmed in Wilmington and shot many scenes on this very street.

- Michael Jordan is Wilmington's most famed resident. He and his siblings were raised right here!

Destinations to Visit

- 10 min. walk to the Wilmington Riverwalk through Historic Downtown Wilmington
- 15 min. drive to Wrightsville Beach
- 30 min. drive to Carolina Beach

Eateries and Food:

Pinpoint: Farm to table, American fare. Finest restaurant in Wilmington!
Indochine: Thai and Vietnamese food with a marvelous outside seating area.
Savorez: Latin American close to downtown. Modest venue so call ahead!
Seabird: Seafood done the right way right in the heart of downtown.
Prost Biergarten: German fare and great beer!
Ceviches: Seafood by Wrightsville beach. Great ambiance.
Maroon Monkey: Best coffee in Wilmington! I recommend the Banana’s Foster.
Cheesesmith: Grilled cheese is their specialty and a great lunch spot in the cargo district.
The Half: The very best sub shop in all of Wilmington!

Breweries and Nightlife:

Hi-Wire Brewery: Great beer and great pizza next door. Thursday is trivia nighttime!
Wrightsville Beach Brewery: Great food and beer stop after a long day at the beach.
Mad Mole Brewery: Good beer, good prices. Very underrated in Wilmington.
Pour Taproom: Don’t know what you like? Check out pour downtown to sample over 100 beers!
Edward Teach: Teaches Peaches is one of our favorites. Close to downtown and often hosts live music.
Flytrap Brewing: Great outdoor seating, just a hop, skip and a jump from Edward Teach.
New Anthem Beer Project: Great beer and great murals by @Jenks_NC
Blue Post: A haunted past in this now billiards bar. Check out the haunted pub crawl to learn more!
Reel Cafe: If you appreciate to sing to strangers, this is the best spot for Karaoke!

About the Area

Northside, a neighborhood in Wilmington, is home to this vacation home. Cape Fear Museum and Bellamy Mansion Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Burgwin-Wright House and Brooklyn Arts Center at St. Andrews. Carolina Heights and Children's Museum of Wilmington are also worth visiting.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Strategies for getting the perfect Wilmington vacation home experience:

How to get the best rental home value:

• In the Brunswick area area, The sooner you can reserve a home, the better your selection will be. The best vacation rentals are reserved early. Booking your rental home six - twelve months before your vacation dates is recommended. Holidays such as Christmas and Thanksgiving are excellent times to search for and reserve your rental home.
• To book the best rental within your budget, we suggest booking in the Fall or Spring. You'll enjoy lower rental rates, greater selection, beautiful weather and the absence of giant crowds at restaurants, beaches, and activities. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook the holidays for a Brunswick area vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday on the coast? Thanksgiving and Christmas are great times to gather with family and friends at the beach.
• Some hosts offer discounts for active duty military and veterans. Remember to ask your host or property manager if rate reductions are available for your family.
• Property managers often offer their guests an option to obtain vacation insurance protection. Trip insurance, which normally costs 1% - 5% of the booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for missed trip time as a result of medical-related catastrophes or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs or charges, such as an unanticipated hotel stay or additional fuel expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a bank account-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask the property owner for details.
• Often, rental management companies and vacation rental houses supply Brunswick area area visitors guide magazines which often include money-saving deals, either offered directly by local businesses, or through a partnership between the management company and the business itself. You can also find Brunswick area area magazine and coupon books at local gas stations and shopping centers.

How to pick the best vacation rental in the Brunswick area area:

• Select a group lead, choose your vacation week, and select a maximum budget.
• Note the number beds and what type of bedroom configuration your group needs. 1916 Coastal Grandmother & modern ADU with firepit has 4 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our rental home search.
• Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts & types is normally accessible on booking pages. If not, contact the property manager before booking the rental. Note that most listings specify the maximum guest capacity, which often includes pull-out couches and bunk beds.
• Some properties allow pets, but others don't. Acceptable types of family pet, weight and breeds may be restricted, and additional charges may apply. Ask the owner about your furry family members before booking.
• Visiting for a single attraction? Try a map search to locate nearby rentals.
• Suitable accessibility can make or break a vacation for persons with a disability. Make certain to ask about wheel chair accessibility, pool lifts and specialized equipment needs.

Additional considerations:

• Be sure you get the host's phone number and entry/exit procedures for your rental home. Put the host's contact information in your smartphone.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a hot tub, A/V setup or thermostat. Contact your owner. They are there to help! A brief telephone call prevents lots of issues.
• Ensure you protect the owner (and your stuff!) by locking the rental while you are out, just like you would at home.
• At Check-in, note any damages to the rental property and immediately contact the owner. Record all coorespondence.
• Be respectful of your neighbors. Often, nearby homes are filled by local residents. Respecting quiet hours and parking rules reduces conflict and allows everyone to enjoy their day.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Neighbors can frequently point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to go for the best drinks, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for crabbing?
• Re-check every room of the rental property to make sure that you've packed all personal items at departure. Re-check dressers, closets, and bathrooms for hidden treasure. Clean the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Inspect the rental a final time and scan for damage. We recommend walking through with the property manager whenever possible. If the manager isn't available, remember to take photographs of the rental to record its condition at check-out.
• Did you have a excellent stay? Many rental home management companies make it easy for clients to provide reviews. If your rental property and/or property manager was great, they will likely appreciate your kind words. If anything was defective and they failed to correct it within reason, or if the vacation rental wasn't described correctly, you'll want to make it a point as part of your comments.