The Historic Emerald Gem ~ Walk to Downtown Wilmington!

10

Exceptional

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 493 sq m

Popular amenities

Fireplace

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Free WiFi

Washer

Dryer

Explore the area

Wilmington, NC

Riverwalk8 min walk
Wilmington Convention Center2 min drive
Battleship North Carolina3 min drive
Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)7 min drive

Great location to walk to the Riverwalk & through historic downtown! Very clean, comfortable home! Bill was a great host...

Angela G.

Nov 8, 2023

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

About this property

☆ Welcome to The Historic Emerald Gem ☆

Located in Downtown Wilmington's Historic District, our home was built in 1889! Notoriously known as the "Cummings-Taylor House", it sits on a cobblestone paved-road and consists of three spacious, private/separate apartments. It has been completely (yet meticulously) renovated & decorated to preserve its rich history + aesthetic.
• 10 minute walk/4 blocks to the heart of downtown Wilmington & Riverwalk!
a quick & stunning stroll to all of the local favorite restaurants, bars, concerts, and family activities this beautiful town offers.

Come relax, explore, enjoy & make yourself at home!
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☆THE SPACE☆

• You'll be staying in the completely private/separate, second floor apartment of the triplex.
• There are guests that may be staying in the apartments located above and below.

~ KEY FEATURES ~

☀ Private, spacious second floor of the triplex
☀ 2 Bedrooms - 2 Queen sized beds (fresh + comfy linens)
☀ 1 Full Bathroom
☀ Fully stocked kitchen, equipped with everything you need for a delicious meal (complete list is located below!)
☀ Stocked coffee & tea for your morning cup
☀ Central AC / Heat
☀ Two - 40" Smart TV (brand new) with access to streaming platforms for you to log-in and watch your favorite shows
☀ Free high-speed WiFi and two separate desks to work remotely!
☀ Washer + Dryer (full size)
☀ Back patio with furniture
☀ Free & ample on-street parking
☀ Convenient location; walk downtown Wilmington/Riverwalk, 25 min drive to Carolina Beach or Wrightsville Beach

☆ BEDROOMS ☆
- 2 Queen-size beds, fresh new linens, new pillows, room darkening shades.
- One bedroom has a non-functioning fireplace and mantle for a cozy feel.
- Both bedrooms have a dedicated workspace with a desk with a lamp, one is overlooking a window to gaze into the trees and neighborhood.

☆ BATHROOM ☆
- 1 Full Bathroom
- New bath towels, hand towels, and washcloths. Make-up vanity and chair.

☆ KITCHEN ☆ (Fully equipped)
- Includes french-door stainless steel refrigerator, new stainless steel range and microwave, dishwasher, toaster, drip coffee-maker, dishware, silverware, knife block, hot water kettle, drinking glasses, wine glasses, open shelving, and butcher block counter tops.

☆ LIVING ROOM ☆
- Central AC/Heat, New Samsung 40" Smart TV (cable), DVD player, video library, brand new comfortable sofa, coffee table, reading material, hardwood floors, and beautiful molding. huge windows allows for natural lighting, three original brick (non-functioning) fireplaces with lovely mantles.

☆ LAUNDRY ☆
- Full sized Washer & Dryer in the unit. (brand new)

☆ BACK OUTDOOR PORCH ☆
- A shady and private spot to enjoy a glass of wine or your morning coffee and newspaper.

☆ EXTRAS PROVIDED ☆
- Hair dryer, iron & board, toilet paper, hand soap, body soap & more to get you started upon arrival! However, if you are staying longer than a couple of nights, please plan to supplement with your own supplies based on your personal needs.

Property manager

Bill Riesner

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Fireplace

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

No parties, events, underage alcohol consumption, or illegal drug use. Please respect Quiet Hours from 10PM - 7AM. Addtl guest must be approved

Please do not use bleach to clean anything during your stay. Please be considerate not to block our neighbors driveways.

Kindly wear soft-soled shoes. Please do not wear high-heeled shoes inside the apartment to avoid damaging the original historic hardwood floors.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Long-term renters welcome

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Wilmington

Located on a river, this holiday home is in Wilmington Historic District, a neighbourhood in Wilmington. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Battleship North Carolina, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore 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. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and cycling.

Wilmington, NC

What's nearby

Riverwalk - 8 min walk
Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts - 12 min walk
Wilmington Convention Center - 2 min drive
Live Oak Bank Pavilion - 3 min drive
Battleship North Carolina - 3 min drive

Getting around

Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

Burger King - 7 min walk
Anne Bonny's Bar & Grill - 11 min walk
Kilwins Chocolates & Ice Cream - 12 min walk
The Husk Seed Store And Bar - 10 min walk
Slice of Life - 12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Historic Emerald Gem ~ Walk to Downtown Wilmington! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Historic Emerald Gem ~ Walk to Downtown Wilmington!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Historic Emerald Gem ~ Walk to Downtown Wilmington!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Historic Emerald Gem ~ Walk to Downtown Wilmington! located?

Located in Wilmington Historic District, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Latimer House and Riverwalk. Children's Museum of Wilmington and Burgwin-Wright House are also within 15 minutes.

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

DeAnne W.

12 May 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mother's Day Trip

My sister and I brought our mom for a Mother's Day get away! It was very clean and in a great location. I'd definitely stay here again.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Celeste N.

28 April 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We loved it!

Beautiful and clean property. The hosts were so attentive and kind. If we lived in Wilmington we’d want to be their friends! :). We are looking forward to our next trip to NC (from Colorado) and will definitely plan to stay there again.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

vonda f.

16 April 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

CLOSE GETAWAY

we loved the the property. neighborhood was great we were able to walk to everything we wanted to see. it was a nice little break and a short drive.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela G.

8 November 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay!

Great location to walk to the Riverwalk & through historic downtown! Very clean, comfortable home! Bill was a great host, very kind & attentive, with so many great recommendations for places to eat & things to do. We will definitely come back & stay here again! Highly recommend!

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

pam g., lincolnton nc

31 October 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Downtown Wilmington

Great location, plenty of room to spread out, comfortable beds. I would definitely stay here again. Great place to take walks and enjoy historic Wilmington.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

About the host

Hosted by Bill Riesner

Hi, we are Bill & Sandy and we are excited to host you! We recently helped renovate a house down at the beach with my son Michael and totally fell in love with the area. So we decided to leave Florida and come to the nicest and friendliest town we have ever been to. I am here with my wife Sandy and our happy little Goldendoodle Jaxx. It has been our passion to have places that people can come and stay, to create lasting memories and experiences. I hope you enjoy our home and we can't wait to have you!

Why they chose this property

There is no place like the stunning Historic District of Downtown Wilmington. We found the perfect house, located on the perfect cobblestone paved-road & neighborhood. We immediately felt that we wanted to share it with others. It is quiet and close enough to walk to downtown. Our home has the look and feel of a charming historic home, yet has all the contemporary amenities you would like to have when looking for a home away from home!

What makes this property unique

☆ Conveniently located near the riverfront and heart of downtown Wilmington.
☆ Situated in a friendly and quiet neighborhood with just a short drive to two of the best beaches on the Southeastern Coast of NC: Carolina Beach and Wrightsville Beach.
☆Ample, free on-street parking.