1889 Historic Gem · Walk to Riverwalk & Downtown

Welcome to The Historic Gem!
A private 2-bedroom, 1-bath apartment in an 1889 historic triplex in downtown Wilmington's coveted Historic District. Fully renovated with all modern amenities — fully stocked kitchen, 55" Smart TV, in-unit washer/dryer, central AC/heat, and complimentary coffee and tea — just a 10-minute walk from the Riverwalk and downtown dining.

One of three private apartments in the Cummings-Taylor House, a landmarked cobblestone-street Victorian that has been meticulously restored to honor its 130+ year history.

The Space:
• Private ground-floor apartment in an 1889 historic triplex — your own entrance, your own space
• 2 bedrooms — both with queen beds and fresh, quality linens
• 1 full bathroom with tub/shower combo
• Fully stocked kitchen — appliances, cookware, and everything you need for a real meal
• Complimentary coffee and tea provided to start your mornings right
• In-unit washer and dryer
• 55" Smart TV — log into your streaming services and settle in
• Dedicated desk — perfect for remote work or planning your next day out
• Central AC and heat
• High-speed WiFi throughout
• Charming front porch on a cobblestone street in the Historic District
• Free on-street parking directly outside
• 10-minute walk to the Riverwalk, downtown dining, bars, boutiques, and live music

A few things to know before you arrive:

• The Historic Gem is one of three apartments in a historic triplex — you may occasionally hear light sounds from neighboring units, as you would in any well-loved old building. It's part of the charm.
• The person who made the reservation must be present for the duration of the stay.
• No parties or events. We're in a residential historic neighborhood, and our neighbors (and the building) deserve respect.
• No smoking indoors. The porch is yours.
• Care of the home: The Historic Gem is professionally maintained to a standard we're genuinely proud of. To preserve the quality of the linens, surfaces, and finishes, we ask that guests refrain from using bleach-based cleaning products during their stay — our team handles all deep cleaning between guests. We also ask that incense, essential oil diffusers, and similar fragrance items be left at home; they can be difficult to clear before the next guests arrive and may affect those with sensitivities.
• Please bring personal toiletries — we provide the essentials to get you started, but plan to supplement for longer stays.
• Interested in booking the whole house for a larger group? The other two apartments are listed separately under our profile — reach out and we can help coordinate.
• No pets are allowed.
• A rental agreement is required prior to check-in. We'll send it ahead of your arrival — concise, clear, and in place to protect both parties.

Rates & Availability

Cancellation Policy: Ninety-seven percent (97.00%) of the total booking charges will be refunded if the cancellation is made more than 60 days prior to the arrival date of the reservation. For cancellations made within 60 days prior to the arrival date, no refund will be issued.

Location

Wilmington, North Carolina

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