Stylish Urban Loft in Historical Downtown Wilmington
- Minimum stay:2 nights
- Internet:Yes
- Pets allowed:No
- Wheel chair accessible:Yes
Spacious fully-furnished 1-bedroom loft in the heart of historic downtown Wilmington available for short- or long-term rental. We get a lot of people coming into town for weddings, romantic couples retreats, boys and girls' weekends, vacationers who want to hit the beach by day and chill downtown at night, and families coming to tour UNCW with their teens. It's perfect for all of those things.
A gorgeous urban space surrounded by history; 1200 square feet in a renovated historical building with 22-foot ceilings, exposed beams and girders, new plush carpeting and white brick walls. Two bathrooms (shower and full tub), huge walk-in closet, underground parking, skylight.
The unit is next to Cape Fear Community College, two blocks from the Cape Fear River. Surrounded by Wilmington's finest restaurants and night clubs, Pontiac Place is a five-minute walk to the Brooklyn Arts District, the new downtown convention center, PPD, the Cape Fear River Walk, and the water taxi to the USS North Carolina battleship. It's 4 miles from Wilmington International Airport (ILM) and a short drive to more than a dozen attractions, including world class golf courses and Wrightsville Beach.
Downstairs living space features a twin-size daybed/couch, 37 inch HDTV, Roku box with free Netflix movies and Pandora radio, audio-visual receiver, DVD player, basic cable and WiFi Internet. Fully equipped kitchen includes refrigerator, dishwasher, microwave, coffee maker, toaster, blender crock pot, full complement of plates, cutlery, and utensils. Loft bedroom features a King-sized pillowtop bed, a twin-size day bed, full sized dresser, desk, walk-in closet, full bath, and shaded skylight.
Free WiFi Internet, Cable TV. Coin-op laundry in building.
Sleeps four comfortably (five if one of them is a toddler). Perfect for single travelers, couples or young families. Longer term rentals negotiable.
NO SMOKING. NO PETS, NO EXCEPTIONS. SORRY.
* * * We are putting our unit on the market for sale as a turnkey VRBO rental business. If you are interested (or know someone who is) please let us know. * * *
Keywords: condo, condominium, short-term rental, hipster pad, love nest, getaway, hideaway, artists loft, historical building, apartment, loft, one-bedroom, One Tree Hill, Dawson's Creek, perfect accommodations for wedding guests, Revolution (TV), Under The Dome (TV)
Property Type
- 2 story
- Condo
- On floor 1
- 1200 sq. ft.
Accommodation Type
- Vacation Rental
Meals
- Guests Provide Their Own Meals
Suitability
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Pets Not Allowed
- Children Welcome
Bedrooms
- 1 Bedrooms, Sleeps 4, Beds for 4
- Bedroom 1
- Loft
Bathrooms
- 2.0 Bathrooms
- Bathroom 2
- toilet, shower
- Bathroom 1
- toilet, combination tub/shower
- Fully appointed, shower downstairs, shower/tub upstairs.
Kitchen & Dining
- Dining
- Coffee Maker
- Toaster
- Cooking Utensils
- Kitchen
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
Amenities
- Iron & Board
Other Amenities
Entertainment
- Television
- Books
- CD Player
- Stereo
- DVD Player
Communications
- Wireless Internet
- Internet
Theme
- Family
- Historic
- Romantic
- Tourist Attractions
Activities
- Restaurants
- Mountain Biking
- Parasailing
- Jet Skiing
- Surfing
- Swimming
- Sailing
- Kayaking
- Fishing
- Racquetball
- Snorkeling/Diving
- Golf
- Tennis
- Wind-Surfing
- Boating
- Sight Seeing
- Shopping
- Horseback Riding
- Wildlife Viewing
- Antiquing
- Theme Parks
- Cinemas
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Live Theater
- Museums
- Miniature Golf
- Cycling
Reviews
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EVERYTHING YOU COULD WANT!
EVERYTHING YOU COULD WANT!
- Guest Jennifer & Landis
- Date of stay 04/26/13
- Review Submitted 05/06/13
My husband and I stayed at this condo for the weekend while in Wilmington to attend a wedding. It was absolutely perfect! It had the perfect amount of space for us. We really loved that there were 2 bathrooms. We both loved that the building was the old Chrysler dealership and the exposed beams and brick walls were especially nice. The skylight was nice but I forgot to close the shutter the first night and the light woke me a little too early. I closed it the second night and slept great. We also liked that we could park our car in the parking garage and walk everywhere we wanted to go. We hope that this condo will be available on our next trip to Wilmington!Recommended for: Sightseeing, tourists without a car, age 55+, romantic getaway, families with young children, girls getaway.
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Perfect weekend springtime getaway!
Perfect weekend springtime getaway!
- Guest Valerie B.
- Date of stay 03/16/13
- Review Submitted 03/22/13
My best friend from college and I spent a long weekend in Wilmington over spring break (teachers!), and had a wonderful time staying in Dan's condo. The condo was exactly as pictured, clean, and in excellent shape. Great kitchen, two bathrooms (which proved to be useful in the mornings), Roku on the television (so nice to watch a few things on Netflix before bed), just a 2-minute stroll down the block to the downtown area. Dan was always very responsive and great to rent from. We spent a couple days strolling the downtown area, getting coffee from Porty City Java, looking into shops, eating at a variety restaurants (Mixto and Elijah's were faves), and taking in the gorgeous views of the River. We also took a run every morning along the River Walk, which is a great and motivating spot for a jog! We also spent an afternoon in Wrightsville Beach, eating at the Oceanic, and doing a little sunning in the sand (though it was borderline too chilly). We were completed delighted with everything Wilmington had to offer, and Dan's condo, and it's perfect location, made it a great weekend for us.Recommended for: Romantic getaway, families with young children, girls getaway.
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Great stay
Great stay
- Guest Alex
- Date of stay 02/08/13
- Review Submitted 02/13/13
This is a great condo in a great location! This was my first VRBO and it was a wonderful experience. The place was nice and clean and was exactly what I expected from the description and pictures. The owner was very easy to communicate with. I highly recommend staying in this space.Recommended for: Sightseeing, adventure seekers, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, girls getaway.
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Debbie
Debbie
- Guest Deb
- Date of stay 01/10/13
- Review Submitted 01/17/13
My children live just outside of Wilmington, I wanted a place close to stay.We have always loved downtown Wilmington.The condo was wonderful, probably the cleanest placed I have ever stayed in. I love the area walked the riverwalk every morning after picking up my coffee from Java Dog.Very much enjoyed the condo and will most likely stay there again when visiting my children.Recommended for: Sightseeing, tourists without a car, age 55+, families with teenagers, romantic getaway, families with young children, girls getaway.
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LOVED IT!!!
LOVED IT!!!
- Guest Al
- Date of stay 12/26/12
- Review Submitted 01/10/13
My wife and I stayed here at the loft while we were in town for an extended period of time and I must say 5 stars still isn't good enough. It was very clean, very spacious, and tons of fun. The walk downtown is only a couple of minutes and there's so much to do. Dan was always available for questions or anything. Everything you need is at the loft. It'll be pretty easy to make yourself at home. The only thing I would change would be not writing this review right now because I'd still be downstairs on the couch.Recommended for: Sightseeing, tourists without a car, age 55+, romantic getaway.
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Great location in Downtown Wilmington!!
Great location in Downtown Wilmington!!
- Guest Layne
- Date of stay 11/09/12
- Review Submitted 11/21/12
Fully set up condo located short walking distance to Thalian Hall, Brooklyn Arts Center and other good locations ! This was an easy VRBO.Recommended for: Sightseeing, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, girls getaway.
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Even in a Hurricane!
Even in a Hurricane!
- Guest Hanna
- Date of stay 10/25/12
- Review Submitted 11/06/12
Even with Hurricane Sandy, our stay in Wilmington was great! The bed was wonderfully comfortable and we especially enjoyed the skylight. We were very happy to find umbrellas in the closet, and when our travel plans home fell apart Dan was wonderfully accomodating.Recommended for: Sightseeing, tourists without a car, age 55+, romantic getaway.
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Great location, easy access to downtown.
Great location, easy access to downtown.
- Guest Paul from Virginia
- Date of stay 09/28/12
- Review Submitted 10/10/12
The description of the location was excellent. You are in the immediate downtown (close to Port Java) venue. The place was clean, well maintained and spacious. Dan was very responsive prior to the date of arrival and answered all of my questions. He forwarded an attached list of directions, restaurant info and tips on how to make the stay that much better. I would recommend the Copper Penny Cafe, great beer, sandwiches, and service. If you chose to engage in running for fitness, the river walk area can give you a well protected, smooth path along the dock, waterway and throught the downtown area. We also hit the local brewery on the main drag as well. Good beer but the AC was on high... Take a day trip to Wrightsville Beach and Southport. Both are very nice communities with nuances of their own. Wrightsville has a great fresh and healthy establishment called tower 7. Southport is a less urban, family type of town, right on the water as well. They had their first annual wooden boat show which was a hoot... Parking on the street is free til 9 a.m. Then its free after 6 p.m. Most of the time we chose the street because the garage is a tad tight to navigate. All in all, a great time, cool loft experience (my first). we will be back. Thanks Dan...Recommended for: Sightseeing, tourists without a car, romantic getaway.
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Great Loft!
Great Loft!
- Guest Lisa
- Date of stay 10/05/12
- Review Submitted 10/09/12
This loft is exactly like the pictures! And what you cant see in the pictures is how awesome the location is!!!! My boyfriend & I were in town for a wedding that took place downtown and we did not need a car once we arrived! (obviously if you are going to the beach you would need it!) Riverfront is a safe few blocks away walk, one of the mornings we even went for a run along the water! LOTS of great restaurants/watering holes to choose from (The Basics for brunch, Chops for sandwiches, Dock St Oyster Bar was a cute hole in the wall seafood & beer type place, we even had pizza delivered from Gumbys late one night- dont think thats a norm for them to deliver so dont hold me to it but the pizza was surprisingly fantastic!) More than enough space & very comfortable! Big kitchen is a plus if you are in town long! You need a key to get into the building so I felt very safe! Downtown Wilmington has so much history and is so beautiful! Dt is awesome, he gave us great directions/instructions/reccomendations through email & text! Communication and arriving/leaving was a breeze- Thanks dt!!!!!Recommended for: Sightseeing, adventure seekers, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, families with young children, girls getaway.
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Very nice!
Very nice!
- Guest JimnTam
- Date of stay 08/26/12
- Review Submitted 09/15/12
Stayed here for 5 days. Great loft, and great location. The pictures are very representative of the loft (as much as any photo can be.) Very comfortable and a great place to come back to to unwind from the day. It is also in a great location situated in downtown Wilmington, walking distance to some great restaurants and shops. Be sure to try The Basics (wondeful), and stop in at Old Books on Front Street.Recommended for: Sightseeing, tourists without a car, age 55+, romantic getaway, families with young children, girls getaway.
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Rates
| Dates | Nightly | Wknd Night | Weekend | Weekly | Monthly * | Event |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Base Rate 2 night min stay |
$99 | $648 | ||||
| Winter Nov 15 - Mar 15 2 night min stay |
$75 | $495 | ||||
Additional information about rental rates
We charge an additional $20 a weekend for linens (sheets and towels), $50 for longer stays. Or you're welcome to bring your own.
Fees:
- cleaning: $60 + tax
- Refundable Damage Deposit: $200
- linens rental (optional): $20 + tax
- Tax Rate 13%
Cancellation policy:
100% refund if canceled at least 30 days before arrival date.
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Location
Owner info
Year Purchased: 2005
About the owner: My wife and I are freelance writers who chose to move from San Francisco to Wilmington 10+ years ago and have never looked back. We love the beach and the river; the ocean is 85 degrees in summer. If you've never been here before, you're in for a treat.
Why the Owner Chose Wilmington:
Downtown Wilmington is a very hip, happening place. There are two dozen great restaurants and a dozen live music venues within five blocks (yet our property is extremely quiet). It's got the third largest historical district in the southeast (after Charleston and Savannah) and for our money, the nicest. It's great to be able to go out at night in the summer when Wilmington is hopping and not have to worry about finding a parking spot or driving home. And if you're here for the beach, it's a nice way to get away from the sand and surf at night.
The Unique Benefits at this Condo:
Stroll two blocks to the Riverwalk and enjoy the incredible views of the Cape Fear River. Take a horse-drawn carriage through one of the largest and prettiest historical districts in the country, home to both Revolutionary and Civil War heroes. Take a water taxi across the Cape Fear to tour the USS North Carolina, a decommissioned WWII era battleship. Enjoy free concerts every weekend in summer along the waterfront. Drive out to Wrightsville Beach (25 mins) and enjoy 85 degree water and 10 miles of pristine sand; you can surf, parasail, or jet ski. Take a sail along the Intracoastal waterway or kayak through gorgeous unspoiled marshland. Dive WWII era wrecks and sunken artificial reefs within 45 minutes of shore. There are half a dozen great golf courses and amusement areas within a short drive as well. An easy two block stroll to Wilmington's rockin' nightlife along Front Street and the river. You won't be bored.
Contact us
- Primary: 910.795.2357
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Photos
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King-sized pillowtop mattress with shuttered skylight.
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Spacious dining area
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Downstairs living room with 37-inch HDTV and WiFi Internet
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Another view of the fully stocked galley kitchen.
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Another shot of the loft with King and Twin beds
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A picture of the mile-long Riverwalk along the Cape Fear, two blocks away.
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The Cape Fear River at night.
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The exterior -- converted from a 1940s era Pontiac dealership in 1997.
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The sign of our times (The building behind it is Bannerman Station.)
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The view from the loft
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Fully stocked galley kitchen
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Loft bedroom with pillowtop king bed and twin daybed
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A nice quiet area to get some work done
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Upstairs bathroom (with the Dark Knight)
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Yes, downtown Wilmington really does look like this.
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What it's like to live here.
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Beautiful downtown Wilmington with the Henrietta III floating in the foreground.
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A shot of the beautiful riverwalk next to the Cape Fear River, two blocks away.
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