Wilmington, North Carolina
We invite you to enjoy the Port City from the comfort of this beautiful, 4000 square foot home, perfectly situated amid the peaceful, tree-lined residential streets of historic downtown Wilmington. The Magnolia House is located in historic downtown Wilmington just 15 blocks from the river. We are close to The Brooklyn Arts Center, several downtown coffee houses and art galleries, horse-drawn carriage rides, the Cotton Exchange, Screen Gems Studio, haunted pub crawls, the BEACH, golf, and acclaimed restaurants and shopping. Located in Carolina Heights, the Magnolia House is in an excellent location- just a 15 minute walk to the bustling riverfront, a 20 minute drive to the beach!. All linen, towels, kitchen items (service for 12) are included so you just need to pack your suitcase and make yourself at home!
The Magnolia House is a gathering place for families celebrating milestones, or vacationing together and seeking quiet refuge after a day of sightseeing. This beautiful historic property is a delight! Every room is bathed in sunlight with huge windows, many facing the large garden in the backyard with its old magnolia tree, and pathway leading down three steps to a lower formal garden, Camelia trees and Azaleas.
The house, built in 1921, is filled with original details including 10-foot ceilings, a wide brick path, the old call buttons used in the 1920's. There are 3 fireplaces (one functional) with large decorative mantels. The house has been included in the Wilmington Historic Foundation's Historic Home Tour and has also been used as a location for several TV series and commercials..
Our guests tell us that they love the chef’s kitchen with its stainless steel countertops and three sinks. Cooking for a large group is a pleasure in this well equipped and spacious kitchen. There is seating for 6 around the kitchen island for informal meals. The formal dining room seats 10-12 people comfortably for formal meals and holiday dinners.
The den is a comfortable retreat with a large sectional, built-in bookshelves with books to read and a 42-inch flat screen HDTV which allows you to wirelessly stream movies and TV shows and surf the Web. There is also game table seating six that opens for an impromptu poker night! The shelves are stocked with puzzles and all the best board games for a fun evening in with the family. There is an XBOX to keep the kids (and maybe even a few adults) entertained with wireless remote controls and several games. Bring your games along with you if you have a favorite!
The den also has a doggy door out to the fenced yard.
There is also a formal living room with ample seating that is perfect for entertaining guests or simply enjoying a cocktail by the fireplace on a winter night.
There are 5 large bedrooms (all located upstairs) with the following configurations:
Bedroom 1: Master bedroom: One King sized bed (with flat screen tv)
Bedroom 2: One Queen sized bed (with flat screen tv)
Bedroom 3: Second Master Bedroom-One King sized bed (with flat screen tv)
Bedroom 4 : One Full sized bed
Bedroom 5: Two twin sized beds and one full sized bed -OR can be configured as ONE full sized bed and ONE King sized bed--(This room connects to the master bedroom with solid wood french doors, so if you would like the doors open or closed, you have a choice. When the doors are closed, there is complete privacy, and the bedrooms are completely separate. if left open, the two rooms are connected and ideal for parents with very young children or infants.)
There is also a queen sized sleeper sofa in the living room downstairs,which can be set up for guests who cannot walk up the stairs with ease.
There are three full bathrooms with deep, oversized tubs located upstairs, and there is a half bath (no tub or shower) downstairs.
*Please note that all full bathrooms are located upstairs. There is a half bathroom (no bathtub) located downstairs near the sleeper sofa. The house is not handicap accessible.
The bathrooms have original fixtures and floor tiles to preserve the beauty and integrity of this historic home. This is not new construction. There may be a creaky floorboard, a dripping faucet here and there, but it is all original to this home built in 1921.
Pets will be considered on an individual basis, so please inquire before booking the house. We are generally a pet-friendly home! There is even a pet door to the fenced backyard. If your pet is authorized, you must sign a pet agreement. Your pet MUST BE on flea control to be considered. Pets are not allowed on furniture, including beds.
Enjoy the peaceful backyard and watch the kids play on the swing set (there is an infant seat, too) and slide while you grill outdoors on the gas grill.
We have a pack 'n play, stroller, and high chair for infants. There are also many puzzles and books and a few toys for children to keep them happy during your stay.
**Please also note that we do not authorize the use of the home for large, noisy parties. You may have a small event for the number of guests staying with you. This is a residential neighborhood and we are respectful of our neighbors' right to a quiet and peaceful environment.
Throughout the year, the Magnolia House offers the comforts of home in the wonderful Port City! Come and enjoy!
*** Also of note--Our property has a B&B license and this B&B is a modern take on the way people travel. With an on-site manager who resides on the property, you will still feel as though you are completely alone and have complete privacy. Our manager, Katie, lives in a separate unit on the grounds. She has a separate entrance to the yard and is available only to the extent that you wish her to be. We offer keyless entry to the house so you don’t even have to meet anyone, but Katie is available for any emergencies during your stay. Need to find a flashlight Katie can be there to show you where it is! But, if you desire privacy and the feeling that you are home without having to say "hello" to anyone, you can have that as well. We can also provide grocery shopping service prior to your stay and have the refrigerator stocked with all your favorite items and provide you with the receipt (hourly rate applies for shopping service). Welcome to the modern B&B in the historic neighborhood!
Keywords: House, Vacation, Wilmington, NC, Rental
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Large home in downtown Wilmington. Close to the waterfront and ample street parking. Owner/manager has great communication.
The house was huge yet felt very cozy. So much sunshine throughout. Beautiful neighborhood and walking distance to many places.
We loved the place it is older and had some growing pains but did not effect our great time Many things to do in the area for all ages Would say if owner just tweaked a few things home would be gorgeous (water stains on ceilings) the garage next to house had a fire so the bedroom next to it the bedding etc did have a small smell of fire but The kitchen stocked two kinds of coffee pots and French press two refrigerators breakfast in the kitchen Dinner in main dining area All in the family room after events building puzzles many beds and bathrooms Something for everyone My only complaint we did pay a big price tag to stay there and they say in amenities that there’s a grill but if you want to use it they want you to purchase the propane which I thought was crazy had never had to do that at any other place I’ve stayed also first place I’ve stayed with no chance of cancellation. So not a big thing but thought worth mentioning Again big beautiful place great for family or friends vacations
Our family had a great time! There was room for us all.
Rented this house to stay in for my son’s wedding. It is huge with plenty of spaces for different activities. The house details are so cool. The kitchen is fully stocked and nice size. It has 2 refrigerators. Beds were very comfortable. Property owner was very nice. Katie, the property manager was very helpful. I would definitely recommend this property!
Clean, homey, but electrical issues need some attention and updating♥️
We all were able to have our own bedrooms and the location was perfect. Space is key with a large family!
Our overall staff was nice though there were several hiccups. Two of the sinks were broken and the showers were only serviceable at best. One of the toilets was broken and I had to rig it with a wire I order for it to flush. The outdoor grill should be replaced as it is old and worn out. The location was perfect for us and the house fit everyone and that was what mattered the most. It was expensive for the end product but overall we had a good week.
Overall we loved our stay in this 101 year old home! Beds were super comfy. Kitchen was awesome and well furnished. Needed tlc here and there but the home was very clean and fit our needs and we really loved the house!
Charming home with lots of character. Easy access to downtown and surrounding areas.
We were overall pleased with our stay. The upstairs air conditioning seemed not able to keep up with the heat, but otherwise were really pleased with the property. The host and onsite manager were great to work with a d very responsive.
I felt like listing was a bit of bait and switch. The photos of the home were obviously from early 2000’s. The property was unkempt….long grass, dead leaves in backyard. No curbside appeal at all. The home is a diamond in the rough. The history is amazing. Sadly…it has not been kept up and if things are not taken care of I fear it will fall into disrepair. In looking more closely at past reviews I see that things that were problems from 2 years ago have still not been dealt with. Doorknobs that make it difficult to open doors easily, faucets that don’t work properly etc. We saw NO smoke alarms, and home in dire need of handrails. This would be a very difficult home for older folks or those in need of extra support. The home itself was pretty clean ( except for dead cockroaches in bedrooms…ugh)! The wood floors are in sad shape and need refinishing. The furnishings in living room and family room shabby, tattered and dirty. Can you say…a ROCK holding up one end of a couch?! All in all…for the amount it costs to rent ( and NO chance for cancellation after you agree to rent) I would look elsewhere for a home to rent out. Sadly, the owners are making money with no returns to home….it is obviously a business and not a venue for pleasure. I usually look for the good and am positive. I just want others to be aware of what they are walking into. This home would be beautiful with care and concern……Right now….it lacks that. Just read the reviews ( I didn’t research enough) and enter with open eyes to what to expect from this home.
Absolutely wonderful. Fit us exactly what we needed. In town for son's wedding. Had my other children and their family with us coming from all over. A few things to point out. It is an older home with old plumbing and old electrical. Don't expect all the newer amenities. The kitchen has everything you need. A couple of changes to what is available. There is a Keurig for coffee as well as a coffee maker but does not take #4 cone filters, standard Mr. Coffee filters are fine. The manager and owner are very responsive to requests. When arrived, we noticed there was no grill as advertised. So the manager contacted the owner and that day we had a new propane gas grill which was important as we planned to have families in for cookout. Plenty of games and puzzles to entertain. The one bedroom was perfect to put the kids in with parents on both sides. The big magnolia tree in the back was a favorite for the kids to hang out on. Also know the refrigerator does not have an ice maker so you will have to get ice. The overall experience was great and was a godsend to have. Thank you.
As charming this one hundred year old home it is. It lacks upgrades throughout the house! The sofas in the family room are in much poor condition and broken! The front door is extremely hard to open/ close Bed upgrades are missing in several of the bedrooms.
This is indeed an older, well-loved home! We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves with its great kitchen, outside area and roomy downstairs. Loved the history provided. Great location for sure!
Great neighborhood and house
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