Breathing Space - Arts & Antiques cottage - pet friendly! - Vacation rental home in Wilmington, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 4
• 2 Bedrooms
• 1 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

This little home sits on a bright corner lot 10 mins. walk to the center of downtown in the bustling Arts and Antiques district of Castle Street. It's a village with all you need. This home has off-street parking - a rarity downtown. One queen bed, one double bed, washer/dryer, gas range, wifi, sitting porch in back, off-street parking, all utilities, linens, and linens supplied. Most family pets are welcome with a pet fee. Backyard is completely fenced. We are 20 mins. to Wrightsville Beach, 30 mins. to Carolina Beach, on the edge of the Historic District.

About the Area

This vacation home is located in Wilmington Historic District, a neighborhood in Wilmington. Travelers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Battleship North Carolina, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Wrightsville Beach and Carolina Beach. Children's Museum of Wilmington and Cape Fear Museum are also worth visiting.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

2 total pets

Strategies to get the best Southport vacation home experience:

How to get the best rental home value:

• The earlier you can book a rental home, the better your selection will be. The best rental homes are booked very early. Booking your rental up to 12 months before your vacation dates is recommended. Holiday gatherings are excellent times to search for and book your vacation home.
• Summer months are the most expensive season in the Southport area. To find the best value, consider changing your family's Southport vacation week to the Spring or Fall months. May, September, and even October offer pleasant temperatures, fewer crowds, and reduced traffic. Many vacationers use this method to reserve larger homes, or to reserve a beach front rental that would otherwise be unaffordable during the Summer months. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook the holidays for a Southport vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday vacation on the coast? Christmas, Thanksgiving, and New Years Eve are great times to gather with friends and family at the beach.
• Active Duty and veterans of the US Armed forces may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property manager or host whether your family qualifies for a price reduction.
• Booking websites usually offer guests an option to obtain vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which costs anywhere between 1% - 5% of the booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for any days missed as a result of personal medical-related issues or weather, as well as hurricane evacuation charges, such as an unanticipated hotel overnight or extra fuel expenses. Trip insurance might be a a welcome relief if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your host for specifics.
• Look for your local Southport area magazine upon arrival. If your rental doesn't have one, you can find them at local shops and fuel stations. In addition to great information, visitors guide magazines have coupons for nearby accommodations and attractions.

Filter your rental search:

• First and foremost, have your group agree to vacation dates and a budget.
• Determine how many bedrooms and the bed configuration your group needs. Breathing Space - Arts & Antiques cottage - pet friendly! has 2 bedrooms and 1 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our Southport vacation rental search.
• Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts is normally accessible online. If they are not listed, contact the property management company before you reserve the vacation property. Remember that most listings specify the max. guest capacity, which frequently includes pull-out couches and bunk beds.
• If your group is vacationing with pets, you'll need to find a rental that allows animals. Ask for information on breed, weight, and type requirements. Often, property owners charge additional pet fees.
• Does your group require particular amenities? Most websites include search filters for amenities.
• Appropriate accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for persons with disabilities. .

Tips to have a wonderful stay:

• Get the property manager's phone number and arrival/departure procedures for your rental. Put the manager's information in your smartphone and wallet.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a hot tub, elevator or coffee maker. Contact your property manager. They are there to help! A brief text message prevents many issues.
• Protect the property owner (and your things!) by locking the property when you are gone, just like you would back home.
• Upon arrival, document any issues with the property and immediately contact the owner. Record all coorespondence.
• Be respectful of your neighbors. Often, nearby homes are filled by local residents. Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking policies can make a stay significantly more pleasurable.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Residents can frequently help. Who better to ask where to go for the best drinks, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for BBQ?
• Don't leave anything behind! Just before departing, walk through the rental property to confirm you've collected all of your things. Remember to check closets, dressers, garages, and bathrooms for hidden treasure. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Inspect the rental a final time and keep an eye out for any damage. We recommend walking through with the property manager whenever you can (often this isn't possible). If the manager isn't available, remember to take photos of the property to record its condition.
• Did your group have a wonderful stay? Most rental websites make it easy for guests to provide reviews. If your rental property and/or host was great, they would love to hear it. If anything was imperfect and they failed to fix it in a reasonable manner, or if the vacation rental wasn't as described, you'll want to make it a point as part of your review.