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 remodeled. 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 supplied 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 and Tricks for getting the best vacation rental experience:

Find your best deal:

• The earlier you can reserve a vacation home, the easier your search will be. The best vacation rentals are booked very early. Reserving your rental property up to 12 months before your vacation dates is recommended. Christmas, Thanksgiving and New Years Eve are excellent times to plan and book your vacation rental.
• To book the largest vacation home within your budget, we strongly suggest booking in the Spring or Fall. You'll enjoy lower rates, better selection, beautiful weather and the absence of large crowds at the beach and popular attractions. Many vacationers use this strategy to reserve larger homes, or to reserve an oceanfront vacation rental that would otherwise be unavailable or unaffordable during the high season.
• Hosts sometimes offer discounts for veterans. Remember to ask your property manager if rate reductions are available for your family.
• Property management companies typically offer customers an option to add vacation insurance protection. Trip insurance, which commonly will cost between 1% - 5% of the base booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for missed days as a result of personal medical-related issues or weather, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation charges, such as an unexpected hotel overnight or additional fuel expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a life-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your property manager for more information.
• Look for your local Southport visitors guide magazine upon checking 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 articles, visitor guide magazines have offers and deals for local attractions, tours, restaurants, and shops.

Narrow your Search:

• Begin by choosing vacation dates and a spending budget.
• Note the number bedrooms and the configuration your family requires. Stairway to Historic Charm! has 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms.
• Precise information about bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is regularly accessible on booking websites. Otherwise, call the host before reserving the rental. Remember that most properties list the maximum guest capacity, which usually includes sofa beds in living rooms. You will need to establish what bed configuration is optimal for your vacation.
• Some rentals allow pets, but some don't. Allowable types of pet, size and breeds may be restricted, and additional costs may apply. Ask the property manager about pets before booking.
• If there's a particular Southport beach you crave, look for rentals that are either near by, or those that cater especially to your desires.
• Appropriate accessibility can make or break a vacation for persons with disabilities. Make certain to ask about wheel chair accessibility, pool lifts and specialized equipment needs.

Tips to have a wonderful stay:

• Review arrival and departure procedures before traveling. Add a note with the instructions to your phone, and take a printed backup.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a garage door opener, intercom or kitchen appliance. Contact your property manager. They are there to help! A brief telephone call prevents lots of concerns.
• Protect the owner (and your things!) by locking the property while you are gone, just like you would back home.
• Note any issues with the rental at check in, and immediately contact the owner. We especially recommend e-mails and text messages, as they usually contain built-in time stamps that can be beneficial if there is a dispute.
• Be respectful. Frequently, nearby homes are filled by permanent residents. Respecting late-night noise limits and parking policies is the right thing to do.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Locals can usually help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to find the best seashells, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for shopping?
• Don't leave anything behind! Before you drive away, walk through the rental to reconfirm you've collected all of your things. Re-check garages, decks, and cabinets for hidden items. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Walk through the property a final time and keep an eye out for any damage. We recommend walking through with the host whenever you can. If the host isn't available, take photos and video of the rental to record its condition at check-out.
• After your trip, leave feedback! Property owners rely on great ratings to compel new reservations. They'll be grateful for your feedback. Alternatively, if something wasn't as described, other families will be thankful you shared your experience find their best rental home. Please be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the property manager had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded quickly to remedy it.