About this Property

Sleeps 2
1 Bedrooms
1 Bathrooms
Apartment
Approximately 400 square feet

This historic, pretty, hideaway apartment is located upstairs in the second story of a delightfully landscaped and maintained historic home that homes Heinberg Insurance Agency, a long-running family-owned business and downtown institution. The agency operates 9am-5pm Mon-Fri and 10-2pm on Sat. The apartment is separate and completely private and in the evening guests have the premises all to themselves.

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The space
Up a flight of exterior stairs, the apartment has a modest private porch overlooking the parking lot and tree-filled area. The home sits next to the Cape fear museum and catty corner across the street from Wilmington downtown fire station. Located on 8th and Market Street, the space is just a few mins. walk to the heart of downtown. The apartment has a well-equipped sizable eat-in kitchen with a full-size refrigerator/ oven/ stove/ microwave/ dishwasher and washer & dryer, and a midcentury modern dining table and 4 chairs. The bedroom is cavernous and pretty with a new queen bed, a couch and a desk. Additionally there is a full bath and a huge hall that doubles as living space. WIFI signal is strong as it is shared with the business housed downstairs. This space is comfortable and visitors feel welcome here.
Guest access
Guests have access to a parking spot in the parking lot and their own private balcony as well as the entire apartment which consists of a enormous kitchen and a huge bedroom, full bathroom and large hall that doubles as living space.
Other things to note
This is an apartment located on the second floor of a historic home. The downstairs of the home is used as an insurance agency where clients come and go throughout the day. Any interaction with the staff or clients of Heinberg insurance agency would only happen in the parking area unless a visitor needed help for some reason.

About the Area

Located in Wilmington, this apartment is in the city center. Children's Museum of Wilmington and Magnolia Greens Golf Plantation are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Wrightsville Beach and Carolina Beach. Cape Fear Museum and Carolina Heights are also worth visiting.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Booking the best vacation home experience:

Getting the most from your rental budget:

June, July, and August are high season in the Wilmington, NC area. Book your rental in the Fall or Spring to get the benefit of gorgeous weather while saving money and avoiding crowded roads, restaurants, and activities. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook the holidays for a Wilmington, NC 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 the beach.
The earlier you can reserve a vacation rental, the easier your search will be. The best vacation rentals are booked early. Booking your rental six - twelve months before your travel dates is recommended. Winter holidays are excellent times to plan and reserve your rental.
Some hosts offer discounts for veterans. Check with your host or property manager to see if special offers are available for your family.
Management companies and individual rental owners typically offer their guests an option to add trip insurance. Trip insurance, which normally costs anywhere between 1% - 5% of the base booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed days as a result of medical-related emergencies or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional evacuation charges, such as an unexpected hotel overnight or extra gas expenses. Trip insurance might be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask the property owner for specifics.
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How to select the best vacation home in Wilmington:

Select vacation week and max budget.
Note the number bedrooms and the bed configuration your group needs. Historic Hideaway Downtown, Wilmington w\/ parking has 1 bedrooms and 1 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our rentals search.
Precise details about bedrooms and bed counts is generally accessible on booking pages. Otherwise, reach out to the property management company before booking your home. Note that most property listings specify the max. guest capacity, which usually includes pull-out couches.
Visiting for a single event? Try a map search to locate nearby rentals.
Suitable accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for guests that require the use of a wheelchair. Confirm all required amenities are available and included before reserving a rental.
If your family is bringing pets, you'll need to book a rental that allows animals. Make sure to ask for details on breed, size, and type requirements. Be aware that some property owners charge additional pet fees.

Advice for a terrific stay:

Get the host's contact number and check in/check out procedures for your .
During check-in, make note of any damages to the property and immediately contact the owner. Record all coorespondence.
Property managers are there to help! Don't be shy to ask any questions before, during, or after your stay.
Respect your neighbors. Often times, surrounding homes are occupied by permanent residents. Respecting quiet hours and parking policies reduces conflict and allows everyone to enjoy their day.
Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Residents can often help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to book the best tours, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for bird watching?
Lock your vacation home while you are out and about. Protect the owner's property and your stuff!
Just prior to departing, complete a walk-through to make sure you have not leave anything behind. Re-check closets, dressers, garages, and bathrooms for hidden treasure. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
Record a video to document the condition of the property.
After your trip, leave a review! Property owners rely on great reviews to drive more bookings. They'll be thankful for your review. Alternatively, if something went wrong, other vacationing families will appreciate that you share your feedback and help them have the best future vacation. 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 remedy it.