Downtown Wilmington Home: Walk to Cape Fear River! - Vacation rental home in Wilmington, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 8
• 2 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 1100 square feet

Feel the excitement of Wilmington when you book this beautiful 2-bedroom, 2-bath vacation rental! Located in the heart of downtown, just steps from the Cape Fear River, this home accepts you to discover the area with ease. Catch a show at the Live Oak Bank Pavilion, tour the famed Battleship North Carolina, or savor some fun in the sun at Wrightsville Beach. After the day’s activities, prepare a delicious meal in the entirely equipped kitchen and stream your favorite movie on the Intelligent TV.

-- THE PROPERTY --

Pet Friendly w/ Fee | Keyless Entry | 9 Mi to Wrightsville Beaches

Bedroom 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: 2 Full Beds | Living Room: King Sleeper Couch | Den: Queen Sleeper Couch

MAIN FEATURES: 3 Intelligent TVs, private backyard, 4-person dining table, ceiling fans
KITCHEN: Cooking basics, refrigerator, stove/oven, microwave, dishwasher, coffee maker
GENERAL: Free WiFi, linens/towels, central A/C & heating, in-unit washer/dryer, hair dryer, hangers, iron/board, trash bags/paper towels, complimentary toiletries
FAQ: Pet fee (paid pre-trip), 5 steps required to enter (single-story home), Ring doorbell (facing front entry)
PARKING: On-site parking (2 cars)

-- THE LOCATION --

EXPLORE OUTDOORS: Cape Fear River (walking distance), Greenfield Park (0.8 miles), Wilmington Riverwalk (1 mile), Piney Ridge Nature Preserve (3 miles), Bluethenthal Wildflower Preserve (5 miles), Airlie Gardens (7 miles), Carolina Beach State Park (14 miles)
LOCAL FUN: Cape Fear Museum of History and Science (1 mile), Live Oak Bank Pavilion (2 miles), Greenfield Lake Amphitheater (2 miles), Battleship North Carolina (2 miles)
SEA & SAND: Masonboro Island Reserve (9 miles), Wrightsville Beach (9 miles), Carolina Beach Boardwalk (15 miles), Freeman Park (16 miles)
AIRPORT: Wilmington International Airport (5 miles)

-- REST EASY WITH US --

Evolve makes it simple to find and book properties you’ll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we’ll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we’ll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome--because we know what vacation means to you.

-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- Pet friendly w/ $50 fee (+ costs & taxes, max 2)
- No events, events, or huge gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional costs and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: The property requires 5 steps to enter
- NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features a Ring doorbell device with an exterior security camera facing the front outdoor entry. The camera does not look into any interior spaces. The camera actively records video when motion is detected by the device (including devices linked to the camera such as the alarm system’s motion detector) or when the video doorbell button is pressed

About the Area

Located in Wilmington, this vacation home is by the sea. Travelers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Battleship North Carolina, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Wrightsville Beach and Carolina Beach. Greenfield Lake Park and Gardens and Children's Museum of Wilmington are also worth visiting. Take an opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as motor boating.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Note from host: A maximum of 2 pets are allowed.

Strategies for getting the best Wrightsville Beach rental home experience:

How to get the best rental value:

• Summer time is high season in Wilmington. Booking your vacation rental in the Fall or Spring is a great way to save money on your vacation rental. Rental rates are lower, and you'll find a better selection of acceptable homes. Many vacationers use this method to reserve larger homes, or to book an oceanfront vacation rental that would otherwise be unavailable or unaffordable during the Summer months. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook the holidays for a Wrightsville Beach vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday on the coast? Christmas, Thanksgiving, and New Years Eve are great times to gather with family and friends at your favorite beach.
• The sooner your group can book a vacation home, the better your selection will be. The most desirable vacation rentals are reserved early. Reserving your vacation rental six to twelve months before your vacation is recommended. Holiday gatherings are excellent times to plan and book your rental property.
• Some property management companies offer discounts for veterans. Ask your property manager if special offers are available for your group.
• Management companies and individual rental owners typically offer customers an option to purchase vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which will generally cost between 1% - 5% of the stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for any days missed as a result of personal medical-related catastrophes or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation charges, such as an unexpected hotel stay or extra gas expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a life-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your host for program terms and fees.
• Many property management companies and vacation rental houses supply Wrightsville Beach area travel guide magazines that include coupons, either offered directly by local companies, or by way of a relationship between the management company and the business itself. You can also find visitors guide and coupon books at local shops and grocery stores.

Use filters to narrow your rental search:

• Start by choosing vacation dates and a max budget.
• Determine how many beds and the bed configuration your family requires. Downtown Wilmington Home: Walk to Cape Fear River! has 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our vacation rental search.
• Precise details about bedrooms and bed counts is usually available online. If they are not listed, reach out to the host before you reserve the home. Remember that most property listings specify maximum guest capacity, which often includes pull-out couches.
• Visiting for a single attraction or event? Use a map search to find nearby properties.
• Suitable accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for the less-mobile. .
• If your family is vacationing with pets, you must reserve a rental that allows animals. Ask for details on breed, weight, and type requirements. Often, hosts charge pet deposits and fees.

Additional considerations:

• Add the host's contact information to your phone. Print and take a copy of arrival/departure procedures.
• To ensure that damages aren't attributed to your stay, inspect the rental for any problem areas upon check in. Contact the rental manager immediately to relay your findings. If there is a dispute, having the recorded issues and contact attempts will be valuable.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a hot tub, intercom or thermostat. Contact your host. They are there to help! A brief phone call can prevent quite a few issues.
• Respect the neighborhood. Often times, surrounding homes are filled by permanent residents. Respecting noise limits and parking rules is the right thing to do.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Locals can usually help. Who better to ask where to grab the best tacos, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for shopping?
• Ensure you protect the owner (and your things!) by locking the property while you are out, just like you would back home.
• Re-check every room of the rental property to make sure that you've packed all belongings at check-out. Re-check garages, decks, and cabinets for hidden treasure. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Go through the property a final time and keep an eye out for damages to contents or the property itself. We recommend walking through with the host whenever you can (often this isn't possible). If the host isn't available, remember to take pictures of the property to record its condition.
• Did your family have a excellent stay? Most rental home management companies make it easy for guests to provide feedback. If your property and/or property management company was terrific, they will likely appreciate your kind words. If anything was amiss and they failed to address it reasonably, or if the vacation rental wasn't described correctly, you'll want to make it a point as part of your feedback.