Water Street Hideaway - Vacation rental home in Wilmington, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 2
• 1 Bedrooms
• 1 Bathrooms
• Condo
• Approximately 500 square feet

UPDATED!! New high-end bed. You'll sleep better here than at home!
Iconic historic Wilmington, inside and out! Located in the heart of downtown, steps away from the waterfront of the Cape Fear River.
Equipped with queen-sized murphy bed, basic sundries (coffee/tea, laundry supplies).
In walking distance of numerous wedding venues, eateries, bars and local attractions. Paid parking included. Private entry & bathroom are ADA compliant.
Multiple beaches are a short drive away and beach towels are supplied.
THE ideal place to build amazing memories!
We are located in the historic part of downtown Wilmington NC. You will find many historic buildings and waterfront attractions around us. You are steps from local businesses, other AirBnB's, and residences. The neighborhood around us is historic homes mainly from the 1800's. You'll appreciate wondering around and taking in the history.
Our location is very walkable and you can comfortably appreciate the area without a car and an occasional Uber/Lyft ride. We do provide one car parking space 2 blocks away for our guests. During peak times complimentary parking is limited, so expect parking meter or lot costs for additional cars. The city itself has walkable amenities starting from 500 feet from our condo to 2 miles radius.

About the Area

Located in Wilmington, this condo is in the city center. City Stage Theatre and Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Children's Museum of Wilmington and Magnolia Greens Golf Plantation. 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

Pets not allowed

Tricks and tips to get the perfect Wilmington vacation home experience:

Finding the best value:

• Reserve your Southport rental property in Spring or Fall to get the benefit of warm weather while saving money and avoiding crowds. Many vacationers use this method to reserve larger homes, or to reserve a beach front rental that would otherwise be unavailable or unaffordable during the Summer.
• Book your vacation home as early as possible. Rental schedules generally open a year in advance (or in September just after Summer ends). Many families book their Summer rentals during Christmas and Thanksgiving gatherings. Book before these holidays for best selection.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may be qualified for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective host if your family qualifies for a price reduction.
• Booking websites often offer renters an option to obtain vacation insurance protection. Trip insurance, which normally will cost you 1% - 5% of the base booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed trip time as a result of personal medical-related catastrophes or weather, as well as ensuing additional evacuation charges, such as an unanticipated hotel overnight or extra gas expenses. Trip insurance might be a a life-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your host for additional information.
• Look for your local Southport visitors guide magazine when you check-in. If your rental home doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers. In addition to great information, travel guides have deals for nearby tours, shops, and attractions.

How to choose and book yourvacation home:

• Start by choosing potential vacation weeks and a spending budget.
• Note the number beds and the bed configuration your group needs. Water Street Hideaway has 1 bedrooms and 1 bathrooms.
• Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts & types is commonly available on booking pages. If not, contact the property management company before you book the vacation property. Remember that most listings specify the maximum guest capacity, which often includes pull-out couches. You will need to establish what configuration is suitable for your vacation family.
• Visiting for a specific attraction or event? If so, use a map search to find nearby rentals.
• Appropriate accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for the less-mobile. Confirm all necessary amenities are included before reserving a rental.
• Some properties allow pets, but others do not. Acceptable types of family pet, size and breeds may be restricted, and additional fees may apply. Ask the property management company about pet restrictions before booking.

Additional considerations:

• Store the owner's contact information in your smartphone.
• Make a record of any damages to the rental upon arrival, and immediately contact the owner. We especially recommend texts and e-mails, as they usually contain time stamps that are valuable if a dispute arises.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a hot tub, stereo or appliance. Contact your host. They are there to help! A brief telephone call prevents quite a few concerns.
• Respect your neighbors. Frequently, surrounding homes are occupied by local residents. Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking rules can make a stay significantly more pleasurable.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Neighbors can frequently point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to go for the best drinks, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for fine dining?
• Keep the property locked while you're gone! Don't let thieves spoil your family vacation.
• Upon check-out, take a walk-through to confirm you did not forget anything. Remember to check garages, decks, and cabinets for hidden treasure. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Inspect the property one final time and scan for damages to contents or the property itself. We recommend walking through with the property manager whenever you can. If the manager is not available, ensure that you take video of the rental to record its condition at check-out.
• Remember to leave a review! Hosts rely on good ratings to stimulate future reservations. They'll be grateful for your review. Alternatively, if something wasn't right, other families will appreciate that you share your feedback and help them have the best future vacation. 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.