Historic Gem - A Short Walk to Downtown - Vacation rental home in Wilmington, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 4
• 2 Bedrooms
• 1 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

Welcome to The Historic Gem!
Located in Downtown Wilmington's Historic District, our home was constructed in 1889! Known as the "Cummings-Taylor House", on a cobblestone paved-road and consists of three roomy, private/separate apartments. It has been completely, meticulously refreshed & decorated to preserve its rich history + aesthetic.

• 10 min. walk/4 blocks to the heart of downtown Wilmington & Riverwalk!

- Come relax, appreciate & make yourself at home in this cavernous and serene space.
Embrace all the appeal of a historically-preserved property, filled with natural lighting throughout, yet every amenities of a modern home that you'll need during your trip!

• You'll be staying in the completely private/separate, bottom floor apartment of the triplex.
• There are guests that may be staying in the apartments located above and below.

☀ 10 min. walk (.4 miles) to the heart of downtown Wilmington!
- You'll be a fast & gorgeous walk to all of the local favorite eateries, bars, concerts, and family activities we can't wait to share it with you!

~ KEY FEATURES ~

☀ Private, spacious second floor of the triplex
☀ 2 Bedrooms - 2 Queen sized beds (fresh + comfortable linens)
☀ 1 Full Bathroom
☀ Totally supplied kitchen, equipped with everything you need for a delicious meal (complete list is located below!)
☀ Stocked coffee & tea for your morning cup
☀ Central AC / Heat
☀ 55" Intelligent TV (brand new) with access to streaming platforms for you to log-in and watch your favorite shows

About the Area

Located in Wilmington, this vacation home is in the city center. 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. Discover the area's water adventures with motor boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Tips and Tricks to get the very best Wilmington, NC rental home experience:

Money saving strategies:

• Book your rental as early as possible. Rental schedules often become available twelve months in advance (or in September just after Summertime ends). Many families reserve their Summer vacations during Christmas and Thanksgiving get-togethers. Book before these holidays for best selection.
• Booking your Wilmington, NC vacation rental in the Fall or Spring shoulder seasons is an excellent way to save on your rental home. Rental rates are lower, and you'll find a larger selection of acceptable homes. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook Winter holidays for a Wilmington, NC vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday near the ocean? Thanksgiving and Christmas are great times to gather with friends and family at your favorite beach.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property manager if your vacationing group qualifies for a special rate.
• Management companies and individual rental owners typically offer guests an option to purchase vacation insurance protection. Trip insurance, which normally costs anywhere between 1% - 5% of the reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for any missed days as a result of personal medical-related issues or weather, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs or charges, such as an unexpected hotel stay or extra gas expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a welcome relief if the unforeseen happens. Ask your host for specifics.
• Often, rental management companies supply Wilmington, NC area visitors guide magazines which will include money-saving offers, either offered directly by local businesses, or by way of a relationship with the property management company and the business itself. You can also find visitors guide and coupon books at local grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers.

Use filters to search efficiently:

• Select vacation week and max budget.
• Decide how many bedrooms and what type of bedroom configuration your family requires. Historic Gem - A Short Walk to Downtown has 2 bedrooms and 1 bathrooms.
• Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is almost always accessible on booking websites. If not, email the host before you book your home. Note that most properties list the max. guest capacity, which oftentimes includes pull out couches in living rooms.
• If your group is vacationing with pets, filter your search for a pet-friendly vacation rental. Ask for details on breed, size, and type requirements. Often, property managers charge pet deposits and fees.
• Is your group looking for special amenities? Most rental search websites include search filters with amenity lists. Filtering by amenity will allow you to quickly find the perfect rental.
• Appropriate accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for guests that require the use of a wheelchair. Make certain to ask about specialized equipment and wheel chair accessibility.

Have a great stay:

• Store the host's contact information in your smartphone.
• Property managers are available to help! Feel free to ask any questions before, during, or after your stay.
• Lock your rental property while you are away! Don't let burglars spoil your trip.
• During check-in, record any issues with the rental property and immediately alert the host. Record all coorespondence.
• Respect your neighbors. Often, adjacent homes are occupied by permanent residents. Respecting noise limits and parking rules is the right thing to do.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Locals can often point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to rent beach equipment, have a great night out, or the best spots for bird watching?
• On check-out day, complete a walk-through to confirm you did not forget anything. Make sure to check closets, dressers, garages, and bathrooms for hidden belongings. Clean 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 excellent ratings to stimulate more reservations. They'll be much obliged for your feedback. Alternatively, if something went wrong, other vacationers will be thankful you shared your feedback find their best vacation home. Remember to be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the owner could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded expeditiously to fix it.