Classic estate home in heart of Downtown Wilmington curated for entertaining - Vacation rental home in Wilmington, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 6
• 3 Bedrooms
• 3 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 3836 square feet

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Feel downtown Wilmington in this attractively restored high-end home complete with modern décor and social spaces intentionally upfit for appreciating yourself while impressing your guests. This darling getaway has remained one of Wilmington's most celebrated homes since 1844 and is the ideal place to host your downtown stay, hold corporate meetings and events, celebrate a significant birthday, host a graduation dinner, or receive guests as "mother-of-the-bride" or "father-of-the-groom" while providing exceptionally more hospitality than a hotel suite.

The location is simply unbeatable. This architectural gem is within walking distance of the Cape Fear riverfront and within a block of fashionable event venues, including The Atrium, Bakery 105, and St. Thomas Preservation Hall, award-winning eateries, music venues, water tours, beautiful horse-drawn carriage tours, Historic Foundation, Historical Society, and Community Arts Center.

As you enter this marvelous home away from home, you will be greeted by rift-sawn heart pine floors, an impressionable staircase, and 12-foot ceilings displaying art. Discover a roomy great room that can be separated into two separate living areas both furnished with beautiful couches and chairs, carved granite fireplaces (decorative only nowadays), and many entertaining books. This space is ideal for entertaining and hosting meetings, events, or holidays with your appreciated ones. Due to the luxury and refinement of this home, no home events are allowed. If your stay involves hosting a special event, prior approval from Vacasa management and the homeowners is required. Due to the luxury and refinement of this home, no home events are allowed. If your stay involves hosting a special event, prior approval from Vacasa management and the homeowners is required. Spend countless hours chatting, planning your next adventures, and creating everlasting memories. The kitchen has been restored with luxury cooking appliances, which are hidden behind panels. The refrigerator is in the scullery kitchen and beside it is one of the two Bosch dishwashers. The modest oven is a Thermador speed oven. There is a Fulgor Milano undercabinet drawer that can be an additional frig, freezer, or wine cooler. There are two microwaves (one countertop and one drawer style). There is a Fulgor Milano gas range top, two kitchen sinks, and a coffee bar with an Espresso machine, coffee makers, toaster, and blender. The scullery kitchen can be closed off from the breakfast kitchen, if needed, and includes a rear entrance that can be accessed separately for catering. The home also features a covered front porch with stately columns fronting South 2nd Street, where you can dine alfresco, a back porch with breakfast seating, a side yard with hedges and a fountain, and a backyard for lawn games. A modern half-bath powder room is located on the first floor.

Upstairs, you will discover three splendid bedrooms, a laundry room with a washer/dryer, two modern bathrooms, multiple conversation areas, and a rear balcony with a bench swing. The primary suite enjoys an en suite bathroom with a restored glass-enclosed shower and a cavernous lounge area with a bespoke Cherrywood Japanese soaking tub. This space opens up to the laundry room. The two additional huge bedrooms share one full-size bathroom with a shower in a deep tub. A cozy conversation “Tea” room adjoins the main hall upstairs - the ideal place to have memorable one-on-one conversations, catch up on your e-mail, and get lost in a game or book.

Things to Know
Check-in time: 4:00 p.m.
Check-out time: 10:00 a.m.
All guests shall abide by Vacasa’s good neighbor policy and shall not engage in illegal activity. Quiet hours are from 10:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m.
No smoking is allowed anywhere on the premises. No flames of any sort. All of the fireplaces are decorative only, fires (including candles) are not allowed.
The property is not appropriate for kids or kids’s events.
Due to the luxury and refinement of this home, no home events are allowed. If your stay involves hosting a special event, prior approval from Vacasa management and the homeowner is required.
This property is managed by Vacasa North Carolina LLC.

Parking notes: There is complimentary parking available for 2 cars.

Security camera details: There are five active cameras on the exterior and one inside that is not activated during units.




Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

About the Area

Located in Wilmington, this vacation home is in the city center. The Cotton Exchange and Mayfaire Town Center are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Halyburton Park and Brunswick Nature Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College or Legion Stadium. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like ecotours.

Special Instructions

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

Know Before you Go

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Tricks and tips to get the perfect Brunswick area vacation rental experience:

Find your perfect rental home:

• The earlier your group can book a vacation home, the easier your search will be. The best vacation homes are booked very early. Reserving your vacation rental six - twelve months before your travel dates is recommended. Christmas, Thanksgiving and New Years Eve are excellent times to search for and reserve your rental home.
• June, July, and August are the most expensive months along the coast of NC. To get the best rental within your budget, we recommend reserving in Fall or Spring months. You'll enjoy lower rates, better selection, gorgeous weather and the absence of large crowds at the beach and popular Brunswick area attractions. Many vacationers use this method to reserve larger homes, or to reserve a beach front rental that would otherwise be unavailable or unaffordable during the Summer.
• Active Duty and veterans of the US Armed forces may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective vacation rental company or host whether your vacationing group qualifies for a price reduction.
• Property management companies usually offer customers an option to buy trip insurance. Trip insurance, which generally will cost 1% - 5% of the base booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for missed vacation time as a result of medical-related emergencies or weather, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation charges, such as an unanticipated hotel or extra gas expenses. Trip insurance might be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your property manager for program terms and fees.
• Find a copy of your local Brunswick area visitors guide when you arrive at the rental property. If your rental home doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local shops and visitor centers. In addition to great local information, visitors guides contain discounts for local tours, shops, and attractions.

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

• Select a group lead, choose your vacation dates, and choose a spending budget.
• Determine how many beds and the bed configuration your family needs. Classic estate home in heart of Downtown Wilmington curated for entertaining has 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.
• Precise descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts & types is commonly accessible on booking websites. If not, reach out to the property manager before booking the vacation home. Note that most property listings specify the max. guest capacity, which oftentimes includes sofa beds.
• If your family is traveling with pets, search for a pet-friendly vacation rental. Ask for information on breed, size, and type requirements. Be aware that some property owners charge pet deposits and fees.
• Does your family require particular amenities? Most rental search websites include search filters for amenities. Amenity filters help you quickly remove less-optimal properties.
• Appropriate accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for persons with a disability. Make certain to ask about wheel chair entry, pool lifts and specialized equipment needs.

Know before you go:

• Take a copy of the owner's phone number and entry/exit procedures for your rental home. We recommend storing the host's information in your smartphone and wallet.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a hot tub, elevator or kitchen appliance. Contact your property manager. They are there to help! A brief phone call can prevent a lot of problems.
• Lock your rental home while you're away. Keep your property safe!
• To make sure that no damages are attributed to your family's visit, inspect the rental for any problem areas during arrival. Get in touch with the property manager immediately to relay your findings. If there is a dispute about legal responsibility later, having the recorded issues and contact attempts will be valuable.
• Don't forget to respect your neighbors. Often, surrounding homes are filled by local residents. Respecting late-night noise limits and parking policies reduces conflict and allows everyone to enjoy their day.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Locals can usually 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 bird watching?
• Don't leave anything behind! Just before you drive away, take a walk through the rental property to reconfirm you've collected everything. Remember to check bathrooms, garages, and back yards for hidden belongings. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Inspect the rental one final time and look for damages to contents or the property itself. We recommend walking through with the property manager whenever possible. If the property manager isn't available, remember to take pictures of the rental to record its condition.
• Did your group have a wonderful stay? Most rental websites make it easy for clients to provide comments. If your rental property and/or property management company was terrific, they will likely appreciate your kind words. If anything was amiss and they failed to fix it reasonably, or if the vacation rental wasn't described correctly, you'll want to make it a point as part of your comments.