Step back in time at this beautiful historical home, centrally located in Shallotte between two NC beaches.

Rourk House Circa 1927 ✨
A Historic Southern Home in Downtown Shallotte

Step back in time at Rourk House Circa 1927, a beautifully preserved historic home in the heart of downtown Shallotte. Featuring original hardwood floors, antique details, vintage décor, and timeless Southern charm, this one-of-a-kind retreat offers a truly unique stay. Restaurants, shops, bars, and local favorites are all within walking distance, while the home itself provides a peaceful escape steeped in history.

✨ KEY FEATURES ✨
🏠 Historic Home Built in 1927
🛏️ 4 Bedrooms • 4 Bathrooms — Sleeps 12
🌿 Walkable downtown Shallotte location
💧 Entire house water filtration system
🪵 Original hardwood floors & historic architecture
🛋️ Vintage décor, original curtains & antique details throughout
🖼️ Historic photographs and preserved family touches from prior homeowners
📚 Library / sitting room
🍽️ Charming breakfast room with banquet seating
🛁 Clawfoot tub
🔥 Historic fireplaces
🌸 Garden & outdoor gathering spaces
🌤️ Expansive Southern front porch with traditional blue Haint ceiling
🪑 Upstairs sitting area
🎨 Beautiful wallpaper and curated interior spaces
✨ Perfect for puzzles, tea gatherings, storytelling nights & memorable group stays

🏡 The Experience
Rourk House doesn’t feel like a rental home — it feels like stepping into another era.

This is the kind of place where mornings begin slowly on the front porch with coffee and conversation, afternoons are spent exploring downtown Shallotte, and evenings naturally turn into storytelling, shared meals, and long conversations that stretch late into the night.

The home lends itself beautifully to memorable gatherings — from afternoon tea in the garden and puzzle nights in the library to croquet in the yard, vintage cookbook dinners, or even a murder mystery evening with friends and family.

Every room carries its own personality, and guests are encouraged to wander, explore, and settle into the history woven throughout the home. Portraits of Dr. Rourk and his family, original architectural details, and preserved touches throughout the house make every stay feel deeply connected to the home’s story.

Whether you’re gathered around the banquet seating in the breakfast room, relaxing in a hammock outside, or flipping through old photographs between conversations, Rourk House creates the kind of atmosphere people remember long after checkout.

This historic home is more than a place to stay—it`s an experience. Full of character, charm, and timeless beauty, it invites guests to slow down, gather together, and enjoy all the unique details that make it special.

We encourage guests to immerse themselves in the home`s atmosphere and enjoy time together. Two portable smart TVs are available for streaming and entertainment if desired.

Whether you`re celebrating a bachelorette weekend, hosting a bridal or baby shower, or simply creating memories with family and friends, this home offers the perfect setting for meaningful moments and unforgettable stays.

📍 Location
Located in downtown Shallotte, guests can easily walk to:
🍴 Local restaurants
🍷 Bars & breweries
🛍️ Shops & boutiques
☕ Coffee & local favorites
The location also provides convenient access to nearby Brunswick County beaches while offering a quieter and more local experience away from the crowds.

🛏️ Sleeping Arrangements

First floor -

Room 1: (Suite Magnolia) King bed with 2 full private bathrooms (one with walk-in shower, one with tub/shower combo)

Full bathroom located in hallway downstairs

Second floor -

Room 2: (Suite Lillian) King bed

Room 3: (Suite Evelyn) Queen bed

Room 4: (Suite Winnie) 2 Queen beds

Full bathroom in hallway upstairs (Walk-in shower)

❗ IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Please know that the following is included in your price:

Our cleaning fee includes both the cost of professional cleaning upon departure and the following items:

• White, fresh linens for each bed, made up prior to your arrival
• 2 fluffy white bath towels for each potential guest, as well as two washcloths
• A hand towel for each bathroom sink
• A bathmat for each shower/tub
• Kitchen towels supplied

Amenities kits including eco-friendly products: dish soap, dish detergent, dish sponge, laundry detergent, shampoos, conditioners, body and hand soaps.

• A roll of paper towels for the kitchen
• Bath tissue for each bathroom

Mandatory damage waiver, taxes, and processing fee are also included in your total.

Please note that amenity items are not necessarily supplied for the entire duration of your stay but are provided as starter supplies.

Age Requirement: Guests under 25 must receive pre-approval.

Smoke-Free Environment: All Pier 42 Properties are smoke-free zones.

PET POLICY:
Pets are allowed at The Rourk House for an additional non-refundable pet fee of $250 per pet. Guests must notify us in advance if they plan to bring pets, and approval is required. Required documentation includes up-to-date rabies vaccination records, proof of flea and tick prevention, and a photo of the pet(s). Documentation must be emailed or submitted through the contact link on the website, including the reservation number, at least 2 weeks in advance. Any pet left unattended must be crated and cannot be left outside. The pet fee will be charged to the card on file. Please ensure that pets are well-behaved and do not cause any damage to the property. Additional fees may apply if extra cleaning or repairs are required due to pets. There is no liability for pets. If a pet is found at the property or management discovers that a pet was present without authorization, additional fees will occur.

Safety First: Fire pits and deep fryers are prohibited to ensure guest safety.

Ample parking for up to 5 vehicles.

❌CANCELLATION POLICY

You may cancel any reservation and receive a full refund of all amounts paid excluding the `admin fee` if you notify Pier 42 Realty & Vacations in writing (by email or letter) of your intention to cancel the reservation at least sixty (60) days prior to the check-in date. In the event that you cancel your reservation within sixty (60) days of your check-in date, for any or no reason, (including the failure to pay the final payment due 60 days before the stay), including inclement weather, you shall not be eligible for a refund of any payments made to Pier 42 Realty & Vacation Rentals. Admin fees are non-refundable.
Check in is at 4 pm and Check out is at 10 am

Unauthorized late check-outs will incur additional fees.

When leaving the property, please make sure that all doors and windows are closed/locked.

Please make sure that all appliances are turned off (stove, television, iron, etc.)

Please set the thermostat accordingly: Please do not set the thermostat below 73 in the summer season or above 73 in the winter season.

No unauthorized pets on the property.

Smoking, vaping or recreational drug use is not permitted on the property.

Underage drinking is not permitted.

Please respect neighbors by keeping noise levels at a minimum, particularly in the late evening until morning.

Report any damage or maintenance issues to the property management company immediately.

Our properties are individually owned, so please respect them as if they were your own.

Do not exceed the maximum capacity for parking spaces.

Do not jump from balconies, windows, or furniture.

Be cautious of areas with steps or tripping hazards.