Bright Coastal Bungalow: firepit, kid friendly, walk to Castle Street & downtown - Vacation rental home in Wilmington, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 4
• 2 Bedrooms
• 1 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 1006 square feet

Welcome to your Wilmington getaway inspired by Where the Crawdads Sing. 2 blocks away from Castle street coffee, yoga, wine shop, and eateries. Only a mile walk down cobblestone streets to historic downtown or hip cargo district. 20 min. drive to Wrightsville beach! Family friendly home with crib, high chair, infant bathtub, blackout curtains, toys, games, puzzles, & toddler kitchenware. Entirely supplied kitchen. Yoga mats and fiction books for adults. Firepit & outdoor dining in fenced in yard.

Guest access
You have the whole property to yourself with an painless keypad check-in!

The property
The home is on the 800 block in the city of Wilmington's downtown historic Castle Street district. It has thick bushes surrounding the front and sides of the home and a driveway on either side (the neighbor’s driveways) which provides distance between the neighbor’s homes. We have blinds and sheer curtains to let in light, yet provide privacy. It has a sunny fenced in backyard with a tall privacy fence, high trees along the back to give more privacy from the home behind us, string lights, fire pit & Adirondack chairs, and a picnic table. Appreciate hanging out by the fire or dining outside after a long day exploring the area. See photos for a better picture of what city living looks like.

The neighborhood
Our home is located in the up and coming Castle Street Antique & Arts district. This is a trendy place for VRBOs (because of the walkability to modest businesses) and know of 3 VRBOs on our block alone & about 10 within a few blocks of us!

We’re a part of the Castle Street Collective which is a group of modest business owners on Castle Street, VRBOs in our neighborhood, and the neighbors who work together with the city of Wilmington to develop & beautify our historic arts and antiques neighborhood.

Downtown Wilmington is considered an urban area & offers a lively experience compared to close by peaceful beach towns. It is the 8th biggest city in North Carolina. Our street is not a main street like Market or Dawson & does not have a lot of car traffic. Like in many cities, there are people walking, cycling, or hanging out outside. We provide sound machines in each bedroom if you’d like to use them at nighttime. We adore & are proud of our inclusive vibrant neighborhood, and bring our infant and toddler often to savor what the city has to offer while still being within a fast drive to the beach. However, we understand everybody has different comfort levels when they are traveling to new places. If you’re not looking for a lively city experience, I recommend staying in smaller towns. Wrightsville or Carolina beach are quieter because they’re not within walking distance of the downtown or modest businesses. This cuts down on foot traffic and noise because everybody has to use their car to get around.

A giant perk of staying in downtown Wilmington is you’re getting a great value by being a 20 min. drive to the beach, rather than paying a premium for beach front property. The other humongous perk is you can appreciate the beach by day and city life by nighttime. If downtown Wilmington is what you’re looking for, we’d appreciate to host you! We do have blink cameras on the exterior of the property. A doorbell camera, a camera facing the street, and 2 in the backyard. We inherited these from the contractor who flipped the home. The rare occasions when we’ve used them was to see how the property faired in the snow to see if we needed to get it shoveled, to confirm our garbage can was missing when our cleaner notified us it was gone, or when our keypad notified us a guest typed in an incorrect code on the front door & I was able to talk to them through the blink to help them in. Other than that, they go unused because it’s a pain to get out a ladder to change their batteries and we never planned to install them, they were just there from previous owners. Please let me know if you have any questions about them!

About the Area

Located in Wilmington, this vacation home is in the city center. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Wrightsville Beach and Carolina Beach. Traveling with kids? Consider Cape Fear Museum and Carolina Heights. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Special Instructions

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

Know Before you Go

This property does not have elevators

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Tricks and tips to get the perfect rental home experience:

Getting the most from your vacation rental budget:

• Summer time is high season in the Brunswick area area. Booking a rental in Fall or Spring is an excellent way to save money on your vacation home. Rates are lower, and you'll find a larger selection of acceptable properties. Many vacationers use this method to reserve larger homes, or to book a beach front vacation rental that would otherwise be unavailable during the Summer.
• Book your rental as early as possible. Rental schedules often become available twelve months in advance (or in September just after the Summer season ends). Many groups reserve their Summer vacation rentals during Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years Eve gatherings. Book before these holidays for best selection.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may be qualified for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective vacation rental company or host if your group qualifies for a special rate.
• Management companies and individual rental owners usually offer their guests an option to add trip insurance. Trip insurance, which commonly costs anywhere between 1% - 5% of the base reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for missed days as a result of medical-related catastrophes or weather, as well as hurricane evacuation costs, such as an unanticipated hotel stay or extra gasoline expenses. Trip insurance can be a a welcome relief if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your property manager for program terms and fees.
• Find a copy of your local Brunswick area visitors guide magazine when you check-in. If your rental doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local grocery stores and visitor centers. In addition to great information, visitors guide magazines have coupons for nearby accommodations, restaurants and tours.

Selecting and booking the right Brunswick area rental:

• Select a group lead, select your vacation week, and choose a spending budget.
• Decide how many bedrooms and what type of bedroom configuration your group needs. Bright Coastal Bungalow: firepit, kid friendly, walk to Castle Street & downtown has 2 bedrooms and 1 bathrooms.
• Precise information about bedrooms and bed counts is usually accessible on booking websites. Otherwise, contact the property owner before reserving the property. Remember that most listings specify the max. guest capacity, which usually includes sofa beds. You'll need to determine what is best for your vacation group.
• Visiting for a single attraction? Use a map search to locate nearby rentals.
• Suitable accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for persons with a disability. .
• If your group is traveling with pets, you'll need to find a property that allows animals. Get specifics on breed, weight, and type restrictions. Be aware that some hosts charge pet deposits and fees.

More considerations for your visit:

• Take a copy of the owner's phone number and entry/exit procedures for your rental property. Put the host's contact information in your smartphone and wallet.
• To make certain that damages aren't attributed to your visit, note any problem areas during check in. Get in touch with the host immediately to record any damages. If there is a dispute about who is responsible, having a record of problems and contact attempts will be very helpful.
• Ask questions. You may need instructions for a fireplace, elevator or coffee maker. Contact your owner. They are there to help! A brief text message prevents a lot of issues.
• Respect your neighbors. Often times, adjacent homes are filled by local residents. Respecting noise limits and parking regulations reduces conflict and allows everyone to enjoy their day.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Residents can typically help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to see a beautiful sunrise or sunset, have a great night out, or the best spots for BBQ?
• Keep your rental home locked while you are out! Don't let thieves spoil your vacation.
• Double-check every room of the property to make sure that you've packed all personal items at check-out. Check garages, decks, and cabinets for hidden belongings. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Document the condition of the property at check-out. We recommend taking a video during your final walk-through.
• After your trip, leave feedback! Hosts rely on excellent ratings to compel future bookings. They'll be thankful for your review. Alternatively, if something went wrong, other vacationing families will be thankful you shared your experience and help them have the best future vacation. Be fair with your review. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the property manager could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded expeditiously to fix it.