• As low as $274/Night
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
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General Features

  • Books
  • Games
  • Music library
  • 1 bathroom
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Basketball nearby
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Blender
  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Children's dinnerware
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • English
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Fishing nearby
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Free WiFi
  • Hair dryer
  • Heating
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Living room
  • Marina nearby
  • Microwave
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near laundromat
  • Onsite parking
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Oven
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Patio
  • Pet friendly
  • Power boating nearby
  • Recycling
  • Refrigerator
  • Sailing nearby
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Smart TV
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Smoke-free property
  • Soap
  • Stovetop
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided
  • Travel crib
  • Unit size: 1300 sq ft (121 sq m)
  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Welcoming dogs only

About this Property

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Apartment
  • Approximately 1300 square feet

Welcome to Steer on Dock! Stunning entirely refreshed private residence on the basement level of our downtown historic mansion. Expansive brick walls, enormous windows, and exposed beams await. Private entrance, full kitchen, dining area, living room, and generous outside porch area. This luxe pet-friendly accommodation is located 4 blocks from the award-winning Riverwalk in historic downtown. 1 King BR, 1 Queen BR, 1 BA with parking. Registration STL2021-0215
The space
Steer on Dock features two super-comfortable MLILY beds wrapped in extravagant 100% Egyptian cotton and/or Supima bed linens. The herringbone–accented tile shower is outfitted with bath essentials. An open floor plan kitchen/living room with a unique dining booth reclaimed from a local pizzeria. Restore yourself in the morning with a Nespresso and peacefully end your day with the invigorating aroma and flavor of fair-trade caffeine-complimentary Harney & Sons organic tea. 65" 4K Roku intelligent TV in living room and 55" 4K Roku intelligent TV in bedroom. Beach chairs and supplies (sunscreen, beach towels, beach bag, cooler) are at the ready for a fast trip to one of the many local beaches for a relaxing day of sun and relaxation. Curl up with Legends of Old Wilmington & Cape Fear coffee table book in the hanging Treepod Cabana or dine alfresco in the generous covered patio. And don't forget the hundreds of spectacular bars and eateries just blocks outside the front door!

No details were spared to ensure you have an extraordinary stay. Stunning, completely modernized kitchen with Quartzite countertops and brand new stainless steel appliances. Break a sweat at the exercise basket (includes yoga mat, two 25-pound adjustable weights, and resistance exercise bands) to get the kinks out from your travel.

Security entrance code. All linens included. New huge capacity washer/dryer.

Features at a glance:
• Walk-in tile shower!
• Cozy leather couch
• Original exposed beam ceiling throughout
• 8 Generous original windows restored to their 1800s appeal
• Central Heat & Air-Conditioning
• 65" 4k Roku Intelligent TV in Living Room
• 55" 4K Roku Intelligent TV in Bedroom
• Full Kitchen: Pots, pans, knives, Nespresso, glassware, beverage glasses, etc.
• Luxurious linens included
• Brand new sizable capacity washer and dryer
• Parking supplied
Guest access
Entire basement apartment and attached porch area.
Other things to note
FOR SENSITIVE/ALLERGIC GUESTS: This is a pet friendly property. It is thoroughly cleaned between each visit but there may be pet dander on the premises.

1. Our check out time is firm. If you have a request for an early check in or late check out please make those at the time of your booking and understand that due to cleaning schedules we can't always accommodate, but we try!
2. Contact me if you have ANY issues, I can only help if I know there is a problem!
3. Have an marvelous time here in Wilmington at Steer on Dock!

Liability Waiver:
You understand that using the supplied exercise equipment is at your own risk and that special risks may be involved with using exercise equipment. You accept full responsibility for any bodily injury arising from use of exercise equipment and hold owner harmless. You understand there are potential dangers that using exercise equipment may present to kids who are not carefully supervised, as well as the danger to any person using exercise equipment if a person has health risks, or if a person uses exercise equipment while intoxicated or using any kind of drugs or medication, or while pregnant. You agree to be fully and solely responsible for any accidents you may incur. You understand the risks discussed above and agree that you will assume all responsibility for yourself and for the consequences of those in your event. You agree to waive any claim whatsoever against owner for accidents or claims arising from using exercise equipment. All Guests in my event acknowledge and agree that they have read and understand this waiver and they acknowledge that confirming below constitutes a binding and enforceable contract between Guests and Host.

About the Area

Wilmington Historic District, a neighborhood in Wilmington, is home to this apartment. Latimer House and Bellamy Mansion Museum are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Wrightsville Beach and Carolina Beach. 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. Looking to get your feet wet? Jet skiing, kayaking and water skiing adventures can be found near the property.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Southport vacation rental home tips:

When to book a Southport rental home & When to go:

  • In the Southport area, The sooner you can book, the easier your search will be. The most desirable vacation rentals are reserved very early. Reserving your rental property six - twelve months before your travel dates is recommended. Winter holidays are excellent times to search for and book your rental home.
  • To book the most suitable rental home within your budget, we recommend booking in Spring or Fall. You'll benefit from lower rates, greater selection, gorgeous weather and the absence of large crowds at local restaurants, tours, and activities. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook the holidays for a Southport vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday vacation on the coast? Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years are great times to gather with family and friends at your favorite beach.
  • Veterans and Active Duty Military members may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property owner or host whether your vacationing group qualifies for a price reduction.
  • Property managers frequently offer guests an option to add trip insurance. Trip insurance, which commonly will cost anywhere between 1% - 5% of the stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for any missed trip time as a result of medical-related issues or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs or charges, such as an unexpected hotel or additional fuel expenses. Trip insurance might be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask the property owner for details.
  • Find a copy of your local Southport visitors guide magazine upon checking in. If your rental property doesn't have one, you can find them at local shops and visitor centers. In addition to great information, visitors guide magazines contain offers and deals for nearby accommodations, restaurants and tours.

Filter your rental search:

  • Select a group lead, select your dates, and select a spending budget.
  • Decide how many bedrooms and the configuration your family requires. Steer on Dock Wilmington Private Mansion Apartment has 2 bedrooms and 1 bathrooms.
  • Specific details about bedrooms and bed counts & types is usually available on booking pages. If you don't see them listed, email or call the property management company before you reserve the rental. Note that most listings specify the maximum guest capacity, which often includes sofa beds and bunks. You will need to determine what configuration is suitable for your group.
  • Do your family pets travel with you? Although a number of vacation homes allow pets or animals, guidelines and costs vary per property. Type of pet, size and breeds may be limited. Ask your host before booking, and study your rental agreement! Additional fees or costs may be applied to your contract.
  • Does your family require particular amenities? Most rental websites include amenity lists and search filters. Use these filters to your advantage to find the perfect rental home.
  • Appropriate accessibility can make or break a vacation for those with limited mobility. Confirm all necessary amenities are available and included before reserving a rental

Tips to have a smooth stay:

  • Take a copy of the property manager's phone number and entry/exit procedures for your rental home.
  • Hosts are available to help! Feel free to ask questions before, during, or after your stay.
  • Ensure you protect the owner (and your things!) by locking and securing the home when you are gone, just like you would back home.
  • To make sure damages aren't attributed to your visit, inspect the property for any problem areas upon check in. Contact the host immediately to record any pre-existing damages. If there is a dispute, having a record of problems and contact attempts will be valuable.
  • Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking regulations can make a stay more pleasurable. You will enhance your chance to make local friends, and resident neighbors are a great resource to find the best local restaurants, beaches, and hangouts.
  • Don't forget to... Ask a local! Residents can usually help. Who better to ask where to spend a rainy day, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for fine dining?
  • Re-check every room of the property to confirm that you've packed all of your belongings on check-out day. Re-check bathrooms, dressers, and closets for hidden items. Clean out the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
  • Please make sure to walk through the property one final time and look for any damage. We recommend inspecting the property with the host whenever you can. If the property manager isn't available, take photographs of the property to record its condition.
  • Did your group have a fantastic vacation? Most vacation rental websites make it easy for vacationers to provide feedback. If your rental property and/or property management company was wonderful, they would love to hear about it. If anything was amiss and they failed to correct it reasonably, or if the vacation rental wasn't as described, you'll want to make it a point as part of your comments.

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