Title: Downtown - Sleeps 8 - Available for Thanksgiving! - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Downtown - Sleeps 8 - Available for Thanksgiving! Vacation home with kitchen, near Riverwalk ![Fridge, coffee/tea maker, cookware/dishes/utensils](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108580000/108577800/108577720/1455668d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108580000/108577800/108577720/09af4f95.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108580000/108577800/108577720/e7378949.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108580000/108577800/108577720/27b951cc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108580000/108577800/108577720/de84d024.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Welcome to the Unicorn, a beautifully restored 1940's home in Wilmington, North Carolina. Experience a perfect blend of original charm and modern comfort with an open floor plan downstairs, chef-ready kitchen for cooking nights and spacious bedrooms with king-size Casper beds. Unwind by the firepit area or enjoy al fresco dining on the back deck off the kitchen/laundry. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms3 bathrooms1812 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Kitchen - Barbecue grill - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Downtown - Sleeps 8 - Available for Thanksgiving! \-Another Professionally-Managed Home by Carolina Vacays, LLC About the Unicorn...... We love pets!! NEVER a PET DEPOSIT or PET FEE during your stay!! 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 ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Refrigerator ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 2.5 bathrooms - Hair dryer ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Firepit - Garden - Gas grill ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning ### Pets - Pet friendly - 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet) ### Suitability/Accessibility - Area rugs in public areas - Hardwood flooring in public areas - Smoking not allowed ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Double-glazed windows - Energy-saving switches in guestrooms - Garden - Recycling - Unit size: 1,812 square feet ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/86000000/85970000/85962000/85961944/w1181h798x19y0-af2cdf4e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### MerManor by the Cargo District The Bottom - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.8 Exceptional 8 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-02&endDate=2025-12-03&selected=85961944&PinnedHotelID=85961944&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83610000/83604200/83604159/de5d62ce.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Best Family & Friends Hangout & Pet Friendly!! 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Absolutely NO SMOKING or vaping of ANY KIND inside the property. ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees 2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet) ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know 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 This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as 1f00bf37-73a8-6078-b35e-5123a14d4801 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C34.23752%2C-77.91981&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=OptwpBS_qeOblP4pahj1Y0iHkzc=) Wilmington, NC #### What's nearby - Cape Fear Museum - 2 min drive - 1.8 km - Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts - 3 min drive - 2.8 km - Brooklyn Arts Center at St. Andrews - 3 min drive - 2.7 km - Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College - 4 min drive - 3.1 km - Cape Fear Community College - 4 min drive - 3.1 km #### Getting around - Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 7 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Fermental - ‬17 min walk - ‪On Thyme - ‬3 min drive - ‪The Rift - ‬16 min walk - ‪Checkers - ‬3 min drive - ‪Mess Hall ILM - ‬16 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Downtown - Sleeps 8 - Available for Thanksgiving! pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. ### What time is check-in at Downtown - Sleeps 8 - Available for Thanksgiving!? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Downtown - Sleeps 8 - Available for Thanksgiving!? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Downtown - Sleeps 8 - Available for Thanksgiving! located? > Situated in Wilmington, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Wilmington Oakdale Cemetery, Cape Fear Museum, and Carolina Heights. Bellamy Mansion Museum and Burgwin-Wright House are also within 2 mi (3 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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