Midnight Bungalow, near Cargo District, Downtown Wilmington, & local beaches - Vacation rental home in Wilmington, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 4
• 2 Bedrooms
• 1 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 1019 square feet

Indulge in a mid-century modern moody bungalow with a low country Audubon flare. This eclectically accentuated home is located near the fashionable Cargo District in Wilmington, in an urban environment, where you can appreciate mouthwatering dishes, stores, breweries, coffee, & more. Convenient 3-min ride to all downtown Wilmington has to offer.

This unique home is ideal for those who adore an experience & savor a historic home with character, sophisticated style, & conversation pieces.

A true piece of history and located in Downtown Wilmington, NC, this moody bungalow is dedicated to offering you classy design and experience. You will notice the comfortable ambiance as you enter the home. Carefully curated mid-century furnishings pieces are accompanied by an inspiration of Audubon's and local, low country wildlife; accepting the artwork and design to feel as though it's coming to life. The design intentionally provides you with artwork and retro-vintage-inspired conversation pieces to savor while you're surrounded by ornate accents that allow you to witness carefully restored details, original to the bungalow. Some of the details include tall ceilings, wood-stained medallions, original woodworking, hardware, preserved fireplaces, and plaster walls. Each space was conceptualized with the intent to inspire through art and timeless design. Careful thought and intention has been put forth to provide you with a getaway in all areas of the home- even as you enjoy front porch sitting and backyard stargazing while benefiting from the amenities of a fast walk or ride to award-winning eateries, concert venues, river walks, historic landmarks, shopping, and beaches. This boutique experience was intentionally developed so that every guest feels as though this was something new for them. Our mission is to also ensure that you will have a clean home to yourself so that you can be inspired and refreshed by the bungalow during your stay in Downtown Wilmington.

The Midnight Bungalow is located in an city/urban setting, specifically surrounded by: a local coffee shop, craft pretzel shop, and conveniently next to a convenience store. You will likely see neighbors walking by with their dogs, and other foot traffic as typical in a city/urban environment. Please remember you are booking a home in a city/urban environment.

THE SPACE/FLOW:

After being greeted by the upsized porch with seating and porch swing you will walk into a calming living area that offers a sizable couch and two leather chairs to relax and enjoy a huge 50" intelligent TV with apps such as Roku TV, Netflix, Hulu, Disney +, and more to login and stream right where you left off.

Just past the original french doors, you will notice a darling upsized dining area that overlooks the living room. The dining table is set to sit 4 adults comfortably with additional seating in the corner if needed. You will dine and enjoy the beautiful Audubon mural tribute with eclectic lightings such as the upsized, mid-century chandelier and mid-century sconce lights for an intimate setting.

The primary bedroom located in the rear of the home offers a enormous king-sized canopy bed with a huge, walk-in closet and mid-century dresser for guests to use. You will also be supplied a Intelligent TV that hangs over the original fireplace. This room is equipped with a fan that offers adjustable fan speeds as well as lighting.

The secondary bedroom offers a cozy queen-sized bed with a closet and dresser for guests to use. This room also provides a Intelligent TV for guests to use. This room is also equipped with a fan that offers adjustable fan speeds as well as lighting.

The freshly remodeled bathroom offers a spa-like feel with a walk-in shower wrapped with subway tile and hexagon floor tile, complemented by stained beadboard ceilings, and mid-century lighting.

The kitchen is located in the back of the home and features plenty of space to prepare full meals. Spectacular white shaker cabinets, veining countertops, brick backsplash, and floating shelves add to the ambiance. Guests will enjoy a retro flare with a Galanz mid-century-style refrigerator and microwave.

At the end of the day, you're able to relax in the fenced yard to surround yourself with large, charming trees that canopy over the yard, with a variety of colorful plants that give you a Key West-like vibe. Intimate string lights illuminate the patio and seating area at nighttime, providing a dim-lit ambiance that accepts you to settle down after a day's end.

**Guests must understand this is a historic home that has been meticulously restored to preserve its historic integrity. This is not a modern, new home. Respect its irreplaceable features.

**We suggest purchasing travel insurance.

About the Area

Located in Wilmington, this vacation home is in the city center. Bellamy Mansion Museum and Latimer House are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Cape Fear Museum and Carolina Heights. Children's Museum of Wilmington and Wilmington Railroad Museum are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Tips to get the very best Wilmington, NC vacation rental experience:

Sticking to your spending budget:

• June, July, and August are the most expensive months in the Wilmington, NC area. To find the most suitable rental within budget, we strongly suggest booking in the Fall or Spring shoulder seasons. You'll benefit from lower rental rates, better selection, beautiful weather and the absence of large crowds at Wilmington, NC restaurants, tours, and activities.
• Book your vacation home as early as possible. Rental schedules often open 12 months in advance (or in September just after the Summer season ends). Many families reserve their Summer rentals during holiday gatherings. Reserve before these holidays for best selection.
• Active Duty and veterans of the US Armed forces may be qualified for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property manager whether your group qualifies for a price reduction.
• Property management companies often offer guests an option to add trip insurance. Trip insurance, which generally will cost you between 1% - 5% of the stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for missed trip time as a result of personal medical-related issues or weather, as well as evacuation charges, such as an unanticipated hotel stay or extra gas expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a bank account-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask the property owner for more information.
• Look for your local Wilmington, NC visitors guide magazine upon checking in. If your rental doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers. In addition to great local stories, visitors guides contain discounts for local accommodations, restaurants and tours.

How to select the best vacation home in Wilmington:

• Select a group lead, choose your trip dates, and select a maximum budget.
• Determine how many beds and what type of bedroom configuration your group requires. Midnight Bungalow, near Cargo District, Downtown Wilmington, & local beaches has 2 bedrooms and 1 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our rental home search.
• Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is regularly available online. Otherwise, email or call the property management company before you book the rental. Remember that most listings specify the max. guest capacity, which oftentimes includes pull-out couches and bunk beds. You'll need to establish what bed configuration is optimal for your vacation.
• Does your group require special amenities? Most websites include amenity lists and search filters. Use these to your advantage to find the perfect rental home.
• Suitable accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for persons with a disability. Make certain to inquire about specialized equipment and wheel chair accessibility.
• Are you bringing the family pet? 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. Make sure to ask before booking, and study your agreement thoroughly! Additional pet fees or might be applied to your contract.

Additional considerations:

• Review arrival and departure procedures before traveling. Save the instructions to your smartphone, and take a printed copy.
• During arrival, document any issues with the rental property and immediately contact the owner. Keep records of all correspondence in case a dispute arises.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a hot tub, television set or coffee maker. Contact your property manager. They are there to help! A brief call can prevent a lot of difficulties.
• Be a good neighbor. Often times, adjacent homes are occupied by permanent residents. Respecting noise limits and parking policies can make a stay significantly more pleasurable.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Residents can often help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to order delicious takeout, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for bird watching?
• Lock your vacation home while you're away. Protect the owner's property and your stuff!
• Double-check every room of the vacation property to confirm that you've packed all of your family's items at departure. Make sure to check garages, decks, and cabinets for hidden treasure. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Document the condition of the property at check-out. We recommend taking a video during your final walk-through.
• Did you have a fantastic stay? Most rental websites make it easy for travelers to provide feedback. If your property and/or host was fantastic, they always love to hear your praise. If anything was defective and they failed to fix it reasonably, or if the vacation rental wasn't as described, you'll want to make it a point as part of your feedback.