cute home close to UNCW - Vacation rental home in Wilmington, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 6
• 3 Bedrooms
• 1 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

Welcome to Daydream_Wilmington! This 3 bedroom/1 bathroom 1950's bungalow has been refreshed from head to toe with a completely remodeled kitchen & bathroom, new windows, new deck, new roof, and new outdoor shower. The close proximity to UNCW (3 min), Wrightsville Beach (10 min), Downtown (11 min), Mayfair (8 min), and Long Leaf Park (5 min) gives you the proximity to attractions that you want with the solitude of a peaceful street. Start your daydream with a stay at Daydream_Wilmington!

While we want you to have the best time possible, we do have some home rules that you will need to agree to prior to booking our home.

Please note: After making the online request, guests will receive e-mail communication from the owner with next steps. Guests are required by NC Vacation Rental Act to sign and agree to the Vacation Rental Agreement. Reservation stay cannot be accommodated without the completion of the required Vacation Rental Agreement which will be sent to guests to sign via DocuSign.

• Outdoor security cameras are located at the front and back doors. There are no indoor cameras inside the property.

• Check-in time is 4 pm. I will send a keycode to you within 24 hours of your check-in time.

• Check out time is 10 am. Late check outs are not allowed and will result in an additional fee of $100 to be charged against the security deposit.

• Please park your cars in the front yard/driveway of the home. Do NOT drive your cars to the rear of the home or place them on the street.

• This is a smoking and vaping complimentary home. Please do NOT smoke inside or outside of the home. Evidence of smoking or vaping will result in a non-returnable fee of $200 (this will be in addition to the loss of the security deposit).

• No illegal drugs of any kind will be allowed on or inside the property at any time.

• No events or third-event vendors are allowed at the home or in the yard during your stay. Respect peaceful hours and please keep noise to a minimum starting at 11 pm.

• Dogs are allowed at our home with a limit of two dogs. We kindly ask that you keep them off of the furnishings. No cats or other animals of any kind are allowed.

• Please pick up after your dog so that our floors and the next guests’ shoes can stay clean. If your dog messes on the floors in the bedrooms or the living room, please wipe the mess up with paper towels and then spray the Bona wood cleaner over the spot. If they mess in the kitchen, please use the 409 cleaner after you have dried up the mess with paper towels.

Also, for the safety of your dog and others please keep your dog on a leash when they are outside.

• Only the guests that have been listed at the time the reservation was made are allowed at the home. If more guests arrive then are listed on the reservation, you will be asked to leave and your deposit will not be returned.

• Please empty all trashcans prior to checking out.

• We have alluring butcherblock counters in the kitchen that we would like to keep looking nice. Please use the cutting boards when making your meals and do not cut food on the countertops.

• Please do not rearrange the furnishings in the home.

• Do not put wipes of any kind – even if they say they are flushable - down the toilet.

• Please do not bring food or drinks (other than water) in the bedrooms.

• All sheets, pillow cases, bath towels, hand towels, and kitchen towels need to be placed in the laundry bag and left in the living room. Please leave each bedroom’s comforter on top of the bed.

• Please place all dirty dishes in the dishwasher. Do NOT start the dishwasher as our cleaning crew will do so when they arrive.

• Grilling, fire pits, fireworks, candles – really anything that involves fire – is not allowed.

• Please do not access the two outdoor sheds as they are for the hosts only.

**cancellation policy for Daydream_Wilmington:
100% refund if canceled 14 days before check-in
50% refund if canceled 7-14 days before check-in
otherwise, no refund

In coastal cities waterbugs are prevalent due to the warm, humid climate. We have an exterminator spray the yard and home quarterly, and even more during the summer.

Daydream_Wilmington was constructed in 1954. We, as owners, felt it was important to keep the authentic character of the home (original doors, doorknobs, wood floors, etc) while completing the renovations. Therefore, some doors might not close conveniently, the floors might squeak, or there could be other modest details you notice during your stay that come with an older home. We hope you appreciate the original, vintage vibe of our home while appreciating the modern updates of today.

-Free on-site parking
-3 min to UNCW
-10 min to Wrightsville Beach
-11 min to Downtown Wilmington
-8 min to Mayfair Town Center stores and eateries
-5 min to Long Leaf Park

About the Area

Winter Park, a neighborhood in Wilmington, is home to this vacation home. 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 Trask Coliseum or Legion Stadium.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

3 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Strategies to get the perfect rental experience:

When to visit & When to book:

• To get the best value, consider shifting your group's vacation dates to the Spring or Fall shoulder seasons. May, September, and even October offer great weather, fewer crowds, and reduced traffic. Many vacationers use this method to find larger homes within budget, or to reserve an oceanfront vacation rental that would otherwise be unavailable during the Summer months.
• The sooner you can reserve a vacation home, the easier your search will be. The best rental homes are reserved very early. Booking your vacation home 6-12 months before your vacation dates is recommended. Christmas, Thanksgiving and New Years Eve are excellent times to search for and book your vacation rental.
• Hosts and Property managers sometimes offer special rates for active duty military and veterans. Remember to ask your property manager if rate reductions are available for your family.
• Property managers frequently offer customers an option to purchase trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which commonly will cost you 1% - 5% of the stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any missed days as a result of medical-related issues or weather disasters, as well as evacuation costs, such as an unexpected hotel overnight or extra gasoline expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a bank account-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your property manager for more information.
• Find a copy of your local Wrightsville Beach visitors guide magazine upon checking in. If your rental property doesn't have one, you can find them at local shops and fuel stations. In addition to great local stories, visitor guides have deals for nearby tours and attractions.

Planning and picking the best Wrightsville Beach rental:

• Select a group lead, select your vacation dates, and choose a budget.
• Determine how many beds and the configuration your group needs. cute home close to UNCW has 3 bedrooms and 1 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our Wrightsville Beach rentals search.
• Precise descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts is commonly available online. If not, reach out to the property manager before you reserve the home. Note that most properties list the maximum guest capacity, which oftentimes includes pull-out couches. You will need to determine which bed configuration is right for your trip.
• Looking for unique amenities? Most rental websites include search filters for amenities. Use these to your advantage to find the perfect rental home.
• Appropriate accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for persons with disabilities. Make certain to inquire about specialized equipment and wheel chair accessibility.
• Some rentals allow pets, and others do not. Allowable types of family pet, weight and breeds may be restricted, and additional fees may apply. Ask the host about allowable breeds and types before booking.

Know before you go:

• Put the owner's information in your smartphone.
• Document any issues with the rental upon arrival, and immediately send them to the property manager. We especially recommend texts and e-mails, as they usually contain time stamps that are useful if a dispute arises.
• Ask questions. You may need instructions for a fireplace, elevator or washer/dryer. Contact your host. They are there to help! A brief telephone call prevents many concerns.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like troublesome vacationers bothering your home life. Use the golden rule for best judgement. Happy residents may even recommend great beaches and attractions you would've not otherwise known about!
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Locals can frequently help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to see a beautiful sunrise or sunset, have a great night out, or the best spots for fine dining?
• Ensure you protect the owner (and your things!) by locking the property while you are away, just like you would at home.
• Just prior to departing, complete a final walk-through to confirm you haven't forget any personal items. Remember to check bathrooms, garages, and back yards for hidden treasure. Clean out the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Record a video to document the condition of the property.
• Remember to leave a review! Hosts rely on good feedback to drive new bookings. They'll be much obliged for your feedback. Alternatively, if something went awry, other families will be thankful you shared your review find their best vacation home. Please be fair with your feedback If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the owner had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded reasonably to fix it.