Gorgeous, HUGE 5 bedroms, 3.5 bath, 4000 Sq ft Sunlit Beauty, Downtown - Vacation rental home in Wilmington, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 13
• 5 Bedrooms
• 4 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 4000 square feet

We invite you to appreciate the Port City from the comfort of this beautiful, 4000 square foot home, ideally located amid the peaceful, tree-lined residential streets of historic downtown Wilmington. The Magnolia House is located in historic downtown Wilmington just 15 blocks from the river. We are close to The Brooklyn Arts Center, multiple downtown coffee homes and art galleries, horse-drawn carriage rides, the Cotton Exchange, Screen Gems Studio, haunted pub crawls, the BEACH, golf, and acclaimed eateries and shopping. Located in Carolina Heights, the Magnolia House is in an striking location- just a 15 min. walk to the bustling riverfront, a 20 min. drive to the beach!. All linen, towels, kitchen items (service for 12) are included so you just need to pack your suitcase and make yourself at home!

The Magnolia House is a gathering place for families celebrating milestones, or visiting together and seeking peaceful refuge after a day of sightseeing. This striking historic property is a delight! Every room is bathed in sunlight with giant windows, many facing the sizable garden in the backyard with its old magnolia tree, and pathway leading down three steps to a lower formal garden, Camelia trees and Azaleas.

The home, constructed in 1921, is filled with original details including 10-foot ceilings, a wide brick path, the old call buttons used in the 1920's. There are 3 fireplaces (one functional) with huge decorative mantels. The home has been supplied in the Wilmington Historic Foundation's Historic Home Tour and has also been used as a location for numerous TV series and commercials..

Our guests tell us that they appreciate the chef’s kitchen with its stainless steel countertops and three sinks. Cooking for a huge group is a enjoyment in this well equipped and roomy kitchen. There is seating for 6 around the kitchen island for informal meals. The formal dining room seats 10-12 people comfortably for formal meals and holiday dinners.

The den is a comfortable getaway with a sizable sectional, constructed-in bookshelves with books to read and a 42-inch flat screen HDTV which accepts you to wirelessly stream movies and TV shows and surf the Web. There is also game table seating six that opens for an impromptu poker nighttime! The shelves are supplied with puzzles and all the best board games for a fun evening in with the family. There is an XBOX to keep the kids (and maybe even a few adults) entertained with wireless remote controls and numerous games. Bring your games along with you if you have a favorite!

The den also has a doggy door out to the fenced yard.

There is also a formal living room with ample seating that is ideal for entertaining guests or simply appreciating a drink by the fireplace on a winter nighttime.

There are 5 enormous bedrooms (all located upstairs) with the following configurations:
Bedroom 1: Master bedroom: One King sized bed (with flat screen tv)
Bedroom 2: One Queen sized bed (with flat screen tv)
Bedroom 3: Second Master Bedroom-One King sized bed (with flat screen tv)
Bedroom 4 : One Full sized bed
Bedroom 5: Two twin sized beds and one full sized bed -OR can be configured as ONE full sized bed and ONE King sized bed--(This room connects to the master bedroom with solid wood french doors, so if you would like the doors open or closed, you have a choice. When the doors are closed, there is complete privacy, and the bedrooms are completely separate. if left open, the two rooms are connected and ideal for parents with very young kids or infants.)

There is also a queen sized sleeper couch in the living room downstairs,which can be set up for guests who cannot walk up the stairs with ease.

There are three full bathrooms with deep, upsized tubs located upstairs, and there is a half bath (no tub or shower) downstairs.

*Please note that all full bathrooms are located upstairs. There is a half bathroom (no bathtub) located downstairs near the sleeper couch. The home is not handicap accessible.

The bathrooms have original fixtures and floor tiles to preserve the beauty and integrity of this historic home. This is not new construction. There may be a creaky floorboard, a dripping faucet here and there, but it is all original to this home constructed in 1921.

Family Animals will be considered on an individual basis, so please inquire before booking the home. We are generally a pet-friendly home! There is even a pet door to the fenced backyard. If your pet is authorized, you must sign a pet agreement. Your pet MUST BE on flea control to be considered. Pets are not allowed on furnishings, including beds.

Appreciate the relaxing backyard and watch the kids play on the swing set (there is an infant seat, too) and slide while you grille outdoors on the gas grille.

We have a pack 'n play, stroller, and high chair for infants. There are also many puzzles and books and a few toys for kids to keep them happy during your stay.

**Please also note that we do not authorize the use of the home for large, noisy events. You may have a modest event for the number of guests staying with you. This is a residential neighborhood and we are respectful of our neighbors' right to a peaceful and peaceful environment.

Throughout the year, the Magnolia House offers the amenities of home in the phenomenal Port City! Come and savor!

*** Also of note--Our property has a B&B license and this B&B is a modern take on the way people travel. With an on-site manager who resides on the property, you will still feel as though you are completely alone and have complete privacy. Our manager, Katie, lives in a separate unit on the grounds. She has a separate entrance to the yard and is available only to the extent that you wish her to be. We offer keyless entry to the home so you don’t even have to meet anyone, but Katie is available for any emergencies during your stay. Need to find a flashlight? Katie can be there to show you where it is! But, if you want privacy and the feeling that you are home without having to say "hello" to anyone, you can have that as well. We can also provide grocery shopping service prior to your stay and have the refrigerator outfitted with all your favorite items and provide you with the receipt (hourly rate applies for shopping service). Welcome to the modern B&B in the historic neighborhood!

Keywords: House, Vacation, Wilmington, NC, Rental

About the Area

Located in Northside, a neighborhood in Wilmington, this vacation home is near theme parks and on a river. The Cotton Exchange and Mayfaire Town Center are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore 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

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Pet Policy

Note from host: Pets considered on an individual basis.

How to find the best Wilmington rental home experience:

Get the most from your rental home budget:

• Reserve your vacation home as early as possible. Rental schedules often open 12 months in advance (or in September just after Summer ends). Many families reserve their Summer vacations during Christmas and Thanksgiving gatherings. Book before these holidays for best selection.
• Summer time is high season in the Southport area. Booking a rental in the Fall or Spring shoulder seasons is a good way to save on your rental home. Rates are lower, and you'll find a larger selection of acceptable properties.
• Active Duty and veterans of the US Armed forces may be qualified for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective vacation rental company or host whether your vacationing group qualifies for a discount.
• Booking websites usually offer renters an option to obtain vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which usually costs 1% - 5% of the base stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for any missed trip time as a result of personal medical-related catastrophes or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs or charges, such as an unanticipated hotel or additional gas expenses. Trip insurance might be a a welcome relief if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your host for details.
• Find a copy of your local visitors guide upon arrival. If your rental home doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local shops and visitor centers. In addition to great local articles, visitor guide magazines have offers and deals for nearby tours, shops, and attractions.

Use filters to narrow your search:

• Select a group leader, choose your dates, and choose a spending budget.
• Decide how many bedrooms and the bed configuration you need. Gorgeous, HUGE 5 bedroms, 3.5 bath, 4000 Sq ft Sunlit Beauty, Downtown has 5 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our Southport rental home search.
• Precise descriptions of bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is often available on booking pages. If they are not listed, call the property manager before you book the rental. Remember that most property listings specify the max. guest capacity, which often includes pull-out couches.
• Do your family pets travel with you? 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. Remember to ask your host before booking, and study your rental agreement! Additional pet fees or may be applied to your invoice.
• Are you visiting for a single attraction? Use a map search to locate nearby rentals.
• Appropriate accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for those with limited mobility. .

Tips for your stay:

• Review arrival and departure procedures before leaving home. Take a printed copy, and save the directions to your smartphone.
• Property managers are available to help! Don't be shy to ask questions during your stay.
• Keep your rental home locked while you're away! Don't let crooks ruin your trip.
• Make a record of any damages to the property upon arrival, and immediately send them to the property manager. We specifically recommend e-mails and text messages, as they usually contain time stamps that are valuable if there is a dispute.
• Respecting quiet hours and parking regulations can make a stay more pleasurable. Be a good neighbor. You will enhance your chance to make local friends, and resident neighbors can be a terrific resource to find the best local restaurants, beaches, and hangouts.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Local residents can often point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to get the best seafood, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for bird watching?
• Don't leave anything behind! Before you drive away, take a walk through the rental property to make sure you've collected all personal belongings. Re-check dressers, closets, and bathrooms for hidden items. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Please make sure to walk through the rental one final time and look for any damage. We recommend walking through with the property manager whenever possible. If the property manager is not available, ensure that you take video of the rental to record its condition.
• Did your family have a wonderful vacation? Most vacation rental websites make it easy for travelers to provide comments. If your rental property and/or property management company was great, they would love to hear about it. If anything was imperfect and they failed to fix it in a reasonable manner, or if the vacation rental wasn't described correctly, you'll want to make it a point as part of your comments.