Heave on Seventh - Vacation rental home in Wilmington, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 9
• 4 Bedrooms
• 3 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 2800 square feet

This cavernous historic single family home with 4 bedroom and 2 1/2 baths, is located on a peaceful corner lot in Downtown Wilmington and is ideal for bigger family vacations and trips with friends. It was freshly modernized and is nice, clean, and well appointed with many high end features.

With 2,900 sq ft of living space and high ceilings, there’s plenty of room for gatherings of up to 9 people. There are many windows throughout the home and natural light pours in, giving the home a cheerful ambiance.

The striking wrap around porch has a swing and seating on the front, and additional seating on the side that wraps around to back yard with a privacy fence. You’ll appreciate the inviting feeling of the porch when you’re hanging out in true southern style.

The home is arranged so that the entire first floor is gathering space and the entire second floor is sleeping space, and it makes it simple for guests to co-exist with different sleeping schedules. The roomy open concept living room has a huge couch and additional comfortable seating and a intelligent TV. The colorful dining room has a long table and 8 chairs, and could seat 10.

The gourmet kitchen is located next to the dining room and features a commercial gas range, bespoke cabinetry, granite countertops, a breakfast nook, and all of the kitchen basics you’ll need so you can feed the whole crew.

There is a cute half bath located on the 1st floor.

Upstairs, there are 4 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms.

The upsized primary suite has a comfortable king bed, delightful natural light, a walk in closet, an office, and a sizable bathroom with tiled shower.

At the top of the stairs is a modest bedroom that would have originally been a nursery, but now has a queen sized bed and can sleep two. It’s ideal for the kids!

The other two bedrooms each have a comfortable queen size bed and closets, and can sleep two people each.

The remaining sleeping space is the sunroom located off of the primary suite and has a classy fold-down couch and linens.

The 2nd floor full bath in the hallway has nice tile work and a bathtub and shower. Next to that is a washer and dryer.

The backyard with a privacy fence is ideal for a family gathering. There is plenty of seating on the porch and additional seating in the yard. There is a modest play set for the kids too!

Located on a peaceful corner lot in the Castle Street Arts District, you’ll be able to appreciate peaceful relaxation while still being located close by coffee stores, eateries, antique stores, second hand stores, a record store, a convenience store, and ice cream. It’s also just a short 10 min. walk past handsome historic homes to get to downtown, the riverwalk, eateries, shopping, nightlife, entertainment, museums, and more. This home is located a short distance from Robert Strange Park, which has tennis courts, a exercise center, basketball court, and more.

Street parking is ample in this neighborhood.


You will find some water and snacks when you arrive.

Checkout: Checkout is 11am, but we can offer late checkout as availability accepts. 12pm checkout is $20, and 1pm checkout is $30. Please contact us first and if we can accommodate your late checkout, we will be happy to.

About the Area

Located in Wilmington, this vacation home is in the city center. Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Wrightsville Beach and Carolina Beach. Traveling with kids? Consider Cape Fear Museum and Children's Museum of Wilmington. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, water skiing, and motor boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.

Special Instructions

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

Know Before you Go

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Tips to get the optimal vacation rental experience:

Sticking to a budget:

• Summer is the most expensive season along the coast of NC. Book your rental property in Fall or Spring to get the benefit of warm weather while saving money and avoiding crowds.
• The sooner you can reserve a vacation rental, the better your selection will be. The best vacation rentals are reserved early. Booking your vacation home six to twelve months before your vacation is recommended. Holiday gatherings are excellent times to plan and reserve your rental property.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property owner or host whether your group qualifies for a price reduction or discount.
• Management companies and individual rental owners typically offer their guests an option to buy trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which normally costs between 1% - 5% of the reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any missed time as a result of personal medical-related issues or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs or charges, such as an unanticipated hotel overnight or extra gasoline expenses. Trip insurance might be a a welcome relief if the unforeseen happens. Ask your host for details.
• Look for your local visitors guide upon arrival. If your rental home doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local shops and fuel stations. In addition to great local information, travel guides have coupons for local shops and restaurants.

How to pick the perfect rental home in Wilmington:

• Select your dates and maximum budget.
• Decide how many beds and the bed configuration your group requires. Heave on Seventh has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.
• Specific details about bedrooms and bed types is generally accessible on booking websites. If they are not listed, contact the property owner before you reserve the vacation property. Note that most properties list maximum guest capacity, which typically includes sofa beds and bunks. You'll need to determine what is optimal for your family.
• If there's a certain Carolina Beach attraction you simply love, search for homes that are either near by, or those that cater especially to your needs.
• Appropriate accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for guests with disabilities. .
• If your family is vacationing with pets, you must book a property that allows animals. Request specifics on breed, size, and type restrictions. Usually, hosts charge pet deposits and fees.

Tips to have a great stay:

• Get the host's contact number and entry/exit procedures for your rental home. We recommend storing the host's information in your smartphone and wallet.
• Document any issues with the property during check in, and immediately contact the host. We specifically recommend e-mails and text messages, as they usually contain built-in time stamps that can be helpful if damages are attributed to your stay.
• Ask questions. You may need instructions for a fireplace, A/V setup or appliance. Contact your host. They are there to help! A brief telephone call can prevent quite a few difficulties.
• Respecting quiet hours and parking regulations can make a stay significantly more pleasurable. You'll increase your chance to make some new local friends, and resident neighbors are usually an incredible source for finding the best local beaches and restaurants.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Locals can frequently help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to go for the best drinks, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for crabbing?
• Keep the property locked while you're gone! Don't let thieves ruin your trip.
• When it's time to leave, complete a walk-through to confirm you have not forget any personal items. Make sure to check bathrooms, garages, and back yards for hidden belongings. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Walk through the property a final time and keep an eye out for any damage. We recommend inspecting the property with the host whenever you can. If the manager isn't available, remember to take photos and video of the rental to record its condition.
• Did you have a excellent vacation? Most vacation rental websites make it easy for travelers to provide reviews. If your rental and/or property management company was wonderful, they would love to hear it. If anything was imperfect and they failed to fix it reasonably, or if the vacation rental wasn't as described, you'll want to make a note as part of your review.