Midnight Bungalow, near Cargo District, Downtown Wilmington, & local beaches - Vacation rental home in Wilmington, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 4
• 2 Bedrooms
• 1 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 1019 square feet

Indulge in a mid-century modern moody bungalow with a low country Audubon flare. This eclectically accentuated home is located near the trendy Cargo District in Wilmington, in an urban environment, where you can savor mouthwatering dishes, stores, breweries, coffee, & more. Convenient 3-min ride to all downtown Wilmington has to offer.

This unique home is ideal for those who appreciate an experience & savor a historic home with character, sophisticated style, & conversation pieces.

A true piece of history and located in Downtown Wilmington, NC, this moody bungalow is dedicated to offering you beautiful design and experience. You will notice the comfortable ambiance as you enter the home. Carefully curated mid-century furnishings pieces are accompanied by an inspiration of Audubon's and local, low country wildlife; accepting the artwork and design to feel as though it's coming to life. The design intentionally provides you with artwork and retro-vintage-inspired conversation pieces to appreciate while you're surrounded by ornate accents that allow you to witness carefully restored details, original to the bungalow. Some of the details include tall ceilings, wood-stained medallions, original woodworking, hardware, preserved fireplaces, and plaster walls. Each space was conceptualized with the intent to inspire through art and timeless design. Careful thought and intention has been put forth to provide you with a getaway in all areas of the home- even as you enjoy front porch sitting and backyard stargazing while benefiting from the amenities of a fast walk or ride to award-winning eateries, concert venues, river walks, historic landmarks, shopping, and beaches. This boutique experience was intentionally developed so that every guest feels as though this was something new for them. Our mission is to also ensure that you will have a clean home to yourself so that you can be inspired and refreshed by the bungalow during your stay in Downtown Wilmington.

The Midnight Bungalow is located in an city/urban setting, specifically surrounded by: a local coffee shop, craft pretzel shop, and conveniently next to a convenience store. You will likely see neighbors walking by with their dogs, and other foot traffic as typical in a city/urban environment. Please remember you are booking a home in a city/urban environment.

THE SPACE/FLOW:

After being greeted by the upsized porch with seating and porch swing you will walk into a calming living area that offers a huge couch and two leather chairs to relax and enjoy a huge 50" intelligent TV with apps such as Roku TV, Netflix, Hulu, Disney +, and more to login and stream right where you left off.

Just past the original french doors, you will notice a darling upsized dining area that overlooks the living room. The dining table is set to sit 4 adults comfortably with additional seating in the corner if needed. You will dine and enjoy the impressive Audubon mural tribute with eclectic lightings such as the upsized, mid-century chandelier and mid-century sconce lights for an intimate setting.

The primary bedroom located in the rear of the home offers a sizable king-sized canopy bed with a enormous, walk-in closet and mid-century dresser for guests to use. You will also be included a Intelligent TV that hangs over the original fireplace. This room is equipped with a fan that offers adjustable fan speeds as well as lighting.

The secondary bedroom offers a cozy queen-sized bed with a closet and dresser for guests to use. This room also provides a Intelligent TV for guests to use. This room is also equipped with a fan that offers adjustable fan speeds as well as lighting.

The freshly modernized bathroom offers a spa-like feel with a walk-in shower wrapped with subway tile and hexagon floor tile, complemented by stained beadboard ceilings, and mid-century lighting.

The kitchen is located in the back of the home and features plenty of space to prepare full meals. Beautiful white shaker cabinets, veining countertops, brick backsplash, and floating shelves add to the ambiance. Guests will enjoy a retro flare with a Galanz mid-century-style refrigerator and microwave.

At the end of the day, you're able to relax in the fenced yard to surround yourself with large, elegant trees that canopy over the yard, with a variety of colorful plants that give you a Key West-like vibe. Intimate string lights illuminate the patio and seating area at nighttime, providing a dim-lit ambiance that accepts you to settle down after a day's end.

**Guests must understand this is a historic home that has been meticulously restored to preserve its historic integrity. This is not a modern, new home. Respect its irreplaceable features.

**We suggest purchasing travel insurance.

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. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Strategies to get the best Brunswick area vacation property experience:

Sticking to a rental home budget:

• Summer time is high season in the Brunswick area area. To find the best value, shift your group's vacation week to the Spring or Fall shoulder seasons. May, September, and even October offer excellent weather, , and greatly reduced traffic. Many vacationers use this method to reserve larger homes, or to reserve an oceanfront rental that would otherwise be unavailable during the high season.
• Reserve your vacation rental as soon as possible. Rental schedules usually become available twelve months in advance (or in September just after Summer ends). Many groups book their Summer vacations during Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years Eve get-togethers. Reserve before these holidays for best selection.
• Active Duty and veterans of the US Armed forces may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property owner or host if your vacationing group qualifies for a discount.
• Property managers typically offer their guests an option to obtain vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which costs between 1% - 5% of the base stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for any missed vacation time as a result of personal medical-related issues or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation charges, such as an unanticipated hotel stay or extra gas expenses. Trip insurance can be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your host for additional information.
• Many property management companies and vacation rental houses supply Brunswick area area visitor guides that include special offers, either offered independently by local businesses, or by way of a partnership between the management company and the business itself. You can also find Brunswick area area magazine and coupon books at local gas stations and shopping centers.

Planning, picking, and booking your Brunswick area rental home:

• Select a designated group leader, choose your vacation dates, and select a budget.
• Determine how many beds and the bed configuration your family requires. Midnight Bungalow, near Cargo District, Downtown Wilmington, & local beaches has 2 bedrooms and 1 bathrooms.
• Specific information about bedrooms and bed counts & types is often accessible on booking pages. If not, email or call the property management company before you reserve the vacation home. Remember that most properties list the max. guest capacity, which oftentimes includes pull-out couches.
• Visiting for a specific event or attraction? Try a map search to find nearby rentals.
• Proper accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for guests that require the use of a wheelchair. .
• If your group is vacationing with pets, you must reserve a pet-friendly property. Ask for information on breed, size, and type restrictions. Often, hosts charge pet deposits and fees.

Have a fantastic stay:

• We recommend storing the owner's contact information in your smartphone and wallet.
• Note any damages to the rental during check in, and immediately contact the property manager. We specifically recommend e-mails and text messages, as they usually contain time stamps that can be valuable if a dispute arises.
• Property managers are great sources of help! Feel free to ask any questions during your stay.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like disagreeable vacationers bothering your peace. Apply the golden rule for best judgement. Happy residents may even recommend great beaches and places you would've not otherwise known about!
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Local residents can frequently help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to take kids for a treat, have a great night out, or the best spots for bird watching?
• Lock your rental home while you are out. Protect the owner's property and your stuff!
• Don't leave anything behind! Just before departing, walk through the rental property to reconfirm you've collected all belongings. Remember to check bathrooms, dressers, and closets for hidden treasure. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Record a video to document the condition of the property.
• Remember to leave a review! Property owners rely on good reviews to stimulate more bookings. They'll be much obliged for your review. Alternatively, if something wasn't as described, other families will will be grateful for your review and help them have the best future vacation. Please be fair with your feedback If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the manager could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded quickly to fix it.