The Loft at Alley 76\n\n - Vacation rental home in Wilmington, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 6
• 2 Bedrooms
• 1 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 850 square feet

Contemporary Carriage House in the heart of Wilmington, on a historic property with calming garden & neighborhood vistas. The property is accessed from a peaceful alley & includes covered parking beneath the unit. Two gracious bedrooms have huge picture window vistas of a historic Azalea Festival garden & former coronation grounds. Bathroom has a double vanity & bespoke tile tub/shower. Lots of natural light adorns the open kitchen & living room. In unit laundry & dishwasher supplied.
The space
The unit was designed and constructed by the owner/architect in 2020 and finished in March of 2021. It is located in the Country Club Pines neighborhood of Wilmington, on a site that hosted some of the first Azalea Festival garden tours beginning in the 1940's. Inside the unit, there is an open living room with big screen TV, and a comfortable hanging chair by the corner picture windows for reading and calming. Some books and games are available in the unit for guest use. There are two private bedrooms, one with a King bed & the second with two twins.
A queen sleeper couch is located in the living room. Coffee and Tea are supplied in the unit, as well as basic cooking essentials. A pack 'n play portable crib is available upon request.
Guest access
Guests have access to the entire 2nd level apartment and two parking spaces. (one covered). More parking may be available upon request. There is also a modest outdoor area with seating.
Other things to note
Please keep your cars and any other valuables not inside the apartment, locked up and secure. Arrangements can be made with me to store items in the ground floor garage if required.

About the Area

Forest Hills, a neighborhood in Wilmington, is home to this vacation home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Wrightsville Beach and Carolina Beach. Stanley Rehder Carnivorous Plant Garden and Cape Fear Museum are also worth visiting.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Tips and Tricks for getting the perfect Carolina Beach vacation home experience:

Getting the most from your rental budget:

• In the Carolina Beach area, The earlier you can book, the better your selection will be. The most desirable properties are booked very early. Booking your vacation rental six - twelve months before your vacation is recommended. Holidays such as Christmas and Thanksgiving are excellent times to plan and book your vacation rental.
• Summer is the most expensive season along the coast of NC. To find the best value, try shifting your group's trip dates to the Spring or Fall months. May, September, and October offer warm temperatures, less crowded beaches, and reduced traffic. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook Winter holidays for a Carolina Beach vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday vacation near the ocean? Thanksgiving and Christmas are great times to gather with friends and family at the beach.
• Active Duty and veterans of the US Armed forces may be qualified for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property management company or host whether your vacationing group qualifies for a price reduction.
• Property managers usually offer guests an option to obtain trip insurance. Trip insurance, which costs between 1% - 5% of the base stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any missed time as a result of medical-related emergencies or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs, such as an unanticipated hotel overnight or extra gasoline expenses. Trip insurance can be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your property manager for program terms and fees.
• Many management companies and vacation rental houses supply Carolina Beach area visitor guide magazines which include money-saving offers, either offered independently by local companies, or through a partnership between the management company and the business itself. You can also find Carolina Beach visitors guide and coupon books at local gas stations and shopping centers.

Narrow your rental Search:

• To start, have your family choose the best dates and a spending budget.
• Note the number beds and what type of bedroom configuration your family needs. The Loft at Alley 76\n\n has 2 bedrooms and 1 bathrooms.
• Specific details about bedrooms and bed types is normally available on booking websites. If not, call the property manager before booking your rental. Note that most property listings specify the max. guest capacity, which often includes pull-out couches.
• If your group is vacationing with pets, you must book a pet-friendly vacation rental. Get specifics on breed, weight, and type requirements. Often, hosts require additional pet deposits and fees.
• Is your family looking for unique amenities? Most rental websites include search filters for amenities.
• Proper accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for persons with a disability. Make certain to inquire about specialized equipment and wheel chair accessibility.

Have a wonderful stay:

• Review check in & check out procedures before traveling. Add a note with the instructions to your phone, and take a printed copy.
• Property managers are great sources of help! Don't be shy to ask any questions during your stay.
• Lock your rental property while you are gone! Don't let thieves ruin your family vacation.
• To make certain damages are not attributed to your visit, record any problem areas during arrival. Get in touch with the rental manager immediately to relay any issues. If there is a dispute about legal responsibility later, having the recorded issues and contact attempts will be valuable.
• Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking policies can make a stay more pleasurable. You will increase your chance to make local friends, and resident neighbors can be a fantastic resource to find the best local beaches.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Neighbors can frequently point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to charter a fishing boat, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for shopping?
• Don't leave anything behind! Just before departing, take a walk through the property to reconfirm you've collected everything. Remember to check bathrooms, dressers, and closets for hidden treasure. Clean 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.
• Remember to leave feedback! Property owners rely on excellent feedback to stimulate more reservations. They'll be grateful for your feedback. Alternatively, if something wasn't right, other families will will be grateful for your feedback find their best vacation home. Please be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the property manager could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded reasonably to fix it.