Stairway to Historic Charm! - Vacation rental home in Wilmington, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 12
• 4 Bedrooms
• 4 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

2400 sqft of comfortable living for up to 12 on the 2nd and 3rd floor of the home.

Your stay puts you right in the middle of everything going on in downtown Wilmington. You will be staying a block and a half from the new Wilson performing arts center, one block from the Brooklyn Arts center, 4 blocks from the north end of the Brooklyn arts District, 3 blocks from the cotton exchange, and 5 blocks from the Market and Water Street intersection. Wrightsville beach is a short 20 min uber or lyft ride, along with Carolina Beach being a 30 min drive. The home is close to eateries, dining, and all the downtown nightlife.

HA rules do not allow for the property to be rented to guests under 26 years of age or guests under 26 that are not family members.

The home is a historic property that was divided into an upstairs and downstairs apt's. The apt's have separate entrances and only share the front porch and backyard (less patio) as common areas. Parking is located in the backyard at the rear of the property, this unit gets 2 spaces two deep one car in front of the other. This leaves two spots deep for the downstairs unit. The property is monitored with a security system. The home next door is being completely refreshed. Construction noise maybe present during working hours, as a note the bedrooms are on the opposite side of the home, if traveling with younger guests. If bringing family family pets I must be notified and the animals must be approved prior to arrival. No pets over 50lbs

Rules
-Quiet hours 10pm-7am, no congregating on the porch after 10pm. The downstairs bedroom is adjacent to the porch. Zero tolerance for disturbing the tenants in the other unit. Guests will be responsible for reimbursement which will equal this units nightly amount. ***Please note if you are looking for a place to throw a event please look for another listing. If identified as violating this policy you will be removed from the property immediately along with surrendering the security deposit. You will also be responsible for covering the nightly reservation costs of the other guests. ***
- no pets on the furnishings, pets must have their feet wiped before going upstairs
- pet cleaning costs will be based on the companies assessment and charge if excessive cleaning is required.
- Please remove shoes to help preserve the wood floors and furnishings and also for the consideration of the downstairs guests.
- do not move around the furnishings and furnishings to avoid damaging the furnishings or unit, damage to items or unit will be deducted from security deposit.
- make-up remover wipes are included any linens stained by makeup or negligence will be deducted from the security deposit.
-Smoking, burning, bbq with a grille or anything like within the home or under the covered porches or balcony will be assessed a $300 fee.

* smoking in the home immediately forfeits the security deposit.

* * exceeding the max. capacity of 12 in the home will lead to surrendering of the security deposit. plus $300 per additional guest. Supersedes Vacation Rental By Owner terms and conditions.

*** Any animal feces left in the units is cause for surrender of the security deposit, this supersedes any Vacation Rental By Owner policy.

By agreeing to the home rules you authorize Vacation Rental By Owner to surrender your full security deposit for any of the *’d items. Likewise any damage, lost or stolen items will be charged the replacement cost including shipping, costs, taxes and labor and authorize Airbnb to deduct the full cost from the security deposit. Also the security deposit is for all physical and monetary damages due to the guests. The home rules supersede any and all Vacation Rental By Owner policies.

About the Area

This vacation home is located in Wilmington Historic District, a neighborhood in Wilmington. Brooklyn Arts Center at St. Andrews and Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Wilmington Railroad Museum and Children's Museum of Wilmington. 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.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Tips for getting the perfect rental home experience:

Getting the best rental home value:

• The sooner you can book a vacation home, the easier your search will be. The most desirable rental properties are booked very early. Reserving your vacation rental 6-12 months before your travel dates is recommended. Holiday gatherings are excellent times to plan and reserve your vacation rental.
• Summer is high season in Wilmington. To find the best value, change your group's vacation dates to the Spring or Fall months. May, September, and even October offer pleasant temperatures, fewer crowds, and greatly reduced traffic. Many vacationers use this strategy to find larger homes within budget, or to reserve a beach front vacation rental that would otherwise be unavailable during the Summer months. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook the holidays for a Carolina Beach vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday vacation on the coast? Christmas, Thanksgiving, and New Years Eve are great times to gather with loved ones at the beach.
• Some hosts and property managers offer discounts for active duty military and veterans. Ask your property manager if discounts are available for your family before you book.
• Management companies and individual rental owners often offer guests an option to buy vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which normally costs anywhere between 1% - 5% of the base reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for missed trip time as a result of medical-related issues or weather, as well as hurricane evacuation costs, such as an unexpected hotel overnight or extra gas expenses. Trip insurance can be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask the property owner for program terms and fees.
• Find a copy of your local visitors guide when you check-in. If your rental property doesn't have one, you can find them at local grocery stores and visitor centers. In addition to great local stories, visitors guide magazines contain deals for nearby accommodations and attractions.

Use filters to narrow your search:

• Begin by selecting your trip dates and a max budget.
• Determine how many bedrooms and what type of bedroom configuration your group requires. Stairway to Historic Charm! has 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms.
• Precise descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts is almost always accessible online. Otherwise, call the property manager before booking the home. Note that most property listings specify the maximum guest capacity, which frequently includes pull out couches in living rooms.
• Are you bringing the family pet? Although a number of vacation homes allow pets or animals, guidelines and costs vary per property. Allowable pet type, breed, and size are often limited. Ask your host before booking, and study your rental agreement! Pet fees or costs might be applied to your agreement.
• Are you looking for specific amenities? Most rental search websites include search filters for amenities. Filtering by amenity will allow you to quickly find your ideal rental.
• Appropriate accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for the less-mobile. Make certain to ask about wheel chair entry, pool lifts and specialized equipment needs.

More considerations for your visit:

• Be sure you get the property manager's phone number and check in/check out procedures for your rental property. Put the manager's information in your smartphone.
• Property managers are there to help! Don't be shy to ask questions during your stay.
• Protect the rental owner (and your things!) by locking the property while you are out, just like you would at home.
• Note any damages to the property upon arrival, and immediately contact the property manager. We especially recommend e-mails and text messages, as they usually contain built-in time stamps that are valuable if a dispute is filed.
• Respect your neighbors. Often times, adjacent homes are filled by permanent residents. Respecting quiet hours and parking policies reduces conflict and allows everyone to enjoy their day.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Residents can frequently point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to find the fresh catch of the day, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for fine dining?
• Don't leave anything behind! Just before you drive away, take a walk through the property to reconfirm you've collected all of your things. Remember to check closets, dressers, garages, and bathrooms for hidden belongings. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Record a video to document the condition of the property.
• Remember to leave a review! Property owners rely on excellent reviews to stimulate more reservations. They'll be grateful for your feedback. Alternatively, if something went wrong, other families will be thankful you shared your review find their best rental home. Please be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the manager could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded quickly to fix it.