We love Doggies! NEVER a PET DEPOSIT or PET FEE during your stay! (But please no cats at this time).
Welcome to our beautiful, 1940's built 3-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom home located in the heart of Wilmington, North Carolina! Situated in between Historic Downtown Wilmington and the UNC-W area commonly referred to these days as Midtown, this home has been meticulously restored to preserve it's original flooring, brick, and charm, all while creating fantastic comfortable spaces for sleeping, dining, cooking and entertaining.
The Space ● Open floor plan downstairs ● Completely renovated, chef-ready kitchen for your stay-at-home cooking nights ● Farm-table dining room currently set to seat 6 people, but easily transitions to 8 with the addition of 2 chairs located in the kitchen. ● Coffee bar includes a Cuisinart coffee maker, a Keurig coffee maker, French press, K-pods and coffee condiments. ● Living room has a Samsung 'The Frame' TV which allows you to choose art to be displayed when the TV is not being used to log into your favorite streaming apps. ● The 1st floor primary bedroom has a king-size Casper bed for a restful night of sleep, Smart TV, makeup vanity, en-suite bath with walk-in shower, body wash, shampoo and conditioner provided. ● The 2nd bedroom upstairs has a king-size bed with Casper mattress. ● The 3rd bedroom has a queen-size bed and bunk bed with a full-size bed below and twin up top. ● All sheets, bath towels, linens, kitchen towels, extra pillows, extra blankets and beach towels included. ● Smart TVs in every bedroom. ● Laundry room with full size washer and dryer. ● The pantry in the laundry room holds small appliances, some cleaning supplies, first aid supplies, games, puzzles, and some beach towels.
Outside of the Home ● Firepit area with Adirondacks for seating ● Gas Grill with tank and grill tools supplied ● Ample parking in the rear of home for 3 vehicles ● Plenty of outdoor seating on back deck off the kitchen/laundry. ● Horseshoe-shaped driveway from the front of the home, to the back and back to the front of the home. (No backing out onto the street).
Guest access ● You have access to the entire home with the exception of the basement. No entry to the basement is permitted for any guest. ● Electronic lock keypad for entry. No keys needed. You will have your own UNIQUE code for entry. ● EXTERIOR security cameras on property! There are 4 security cameras: 1) “Ring” style camera located at the front door facing the street; 2) side patio facing the driveway; 3) back door facing the backyard; and 4) the last is located INSIDE the off-limits basement. It is on and recording 24/7 only inside the basement for security purposes. There are NO CAMERAS in any of the living spaces, public or private areas! ● Please note that the house is on a well-traveled road that leads directly to downtown. Like most cities, you will hear some traffic noise.
The Details ● Soap, body wash, shampoo and conditioner included in all bathrooms ● Both full baths have blow dryers ● Refrigerator with ice maker ● Blender ● Microwave ● Toaster ● Air Fryer ● Bed linens, coverlets, pillow and blankets included (extras also) ● Ample clothing hangers ● Clothing storage: walk-in closets, regular sized closets, and dressers ● Living room and all bedrooms have Smart TV's ● Wi-Fi and dedicated office space ● Smoke detectors, carbon monoxide detectors, fire extinguisher and first aid kit
Optional Concierge items - May be available for an extra fee: ● Baby/Toddler package ● Starter groceries ● Beach Package ● Arrange for special pickup and deliveries
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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
About the neighborhood
Wilmington
Wilmington is home to this vacation home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Wrightsville Beach and Freeman Park, while Live Oak Bank Pavilion and Battleship North Carolina are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College, or consider a night out at Bowstring Pizza and Brewyard - Wilmington.
Wilmington Oakdale Cemetery - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Cape Fear Museum - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
Bowstring Pizza and Brewyard - Wilmington - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
Bellamy Mansion Museum - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
Carolina Heights - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
Getting around
Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 7 min drive
Restaurants
Fermental - 17 min walk
On Thyme - 3 min drive
Checkers - 3 min drive
China King Restaurant - 2 min drive
Indochine - 15 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Downtown - Sleeps 8 - We Love Doggies! pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Downtown home, dog-friendly?
As of Jul 8, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Downtown home, dog-friendly on Oct 26, 2026 start from $393, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Downtown - Sleeps 8 - We Love Doggies!?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Downtown - Sleeps 8 - We Love Doggies!?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Downtown - Sleeps 8 - We Love Doggies! located?
Situated in Wilmington, this vacation home is 1 mi (1.6 km) from Wilmington Oakdale Cemetery and within 3 mi (5 km) of Riverwalk and University of North Carolina at Wilmington. Bowstring Pizza and Brewyard - Wilmington and Cape Fear Museum are also within 1 mi (2 km).
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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Excellent home and location. The home is very clean and has everything you could ever need. Dena is the best host, hands down!!! We will be back again!
We were in town for a soccer weekend. This home was lovely. It was clean, comfortable, well appointed, and close to everywhere we needed to go. We would definitely stay there again!
Dena and her husband were excellent hosts. They have great communication and were quick to resolve the one small issue. Their home is beautiful and very accommodating. I highly recommend this place!
Easy going family contacted with a question about our golden retriever and said the love animals they are family too, great stay and no stress with 3 kids house friendly
Ken T.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Dec 16, 2024
Thank you so much for the kind words, Ken! Loved having you all as our Guests! Please come back soon. We would love to have you all at any of our rentals! ~~Dena
One of the best if not, the very best VBRO rentals my family have experienced. Home is beautiful with absolutely everything you need is included. Communication with Dena was fantastic. Quick replies on questions or requests, like asking for beach chairs and them being at the home upon our arrival. Location is great for easy access to downtown Wilmington or Wrightsville Beach. Highly recommend and definitely will rent again when coming back to Wilmington area.
Julie L.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 8, 2025
Hey Julie! Thank you so much for all the props! You all were a pleasure to have as our Guests. Looking forward to having you again soon as our Guests!!!! Take Care, Dena
We thoroughly enjoyed our Christmas gathering with our family. Staying at the house gave us a chance to spend time together with the grandkids and to share Christmas Eve and Day together! We were able to prepare our Christmas meal in the kitchen with no problems and store what leftovers we had in the fridge easily. Thank you for sharing your house with us!
Beth R.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
About the host
Hosted by Dena Daniels and Darren Skeen: Carolina Vacays
We are a couple who LOVES Wilmington and restoring/renovating historic homes. This is one of the many reasons we fell in love with Wilmington many, many moons ago. We moved from the Durham/Raleigh area and are working hard to finish our "forever home" in Downtown Wilmington.
Outside of renovation and hospitality, we are foodies, love the beach, entertaining with friends and family, creating cocktails and taking our rescue doggie MaciGrey any and everywhere with us! This is why we NEVER charge pet fees or pet deposits for our rentals.
Why they chose this property
This neighborhood is idyllic! It is full of thoughtfully restored historic homes, tons of sidewalks to walk the doggies or push the stroller and front porches where neighbors sip cocktails in the afternoons or coffee in the mornings all while waving to everyone that passes by.
What makes this property unique
The fact that you are less than 5 minutes to "Downtown Proper," equidistant to both Wrightsville and Carolina Beaches (approximately 12-20 minutes depending on time of year and traffic) and you have everything in this home you could possibly need!
Most import: We LOVE furr babies and cannot imagine not traveling with ours. That is why you will NEVER pay a Pet Fee or Pet Deposit if you stay in a Carolina Vacays managed home!!!