Leaning Lorelei: Light & Airy Downtown Cottage | House in Wilmington
2 Bedroom House in Wilmington Historic District, Wilmington
Leaning Lorelei is a charming 120-year-old cottage located in the heart of Downtown Wilmington, only a 15 min walk/5 min drive to the Riverfront. Situated across the street from a park and just two blocks to local coffee shops, dining, and shopping. Newly renovated and full of beautiful architectural details, such as tall ceilings, oversized windows, and original hardwood floors. 2BR/1BA, 2 work desks, 2 car private driveway, modern appliances and furnishings, fully equipped kitchen.
Located in Wilmington's Castle Street Arts District, this turn of the century (the 1900 one) cottage was originally built in 1903, the same year the Wright Brothers made their historic flight, and has been made new for 2024. The cottage is an eclectic mix of new and old, blending extensive renovations and upgrades with old world charm and character.
Visiting Leaning Lorelei is like taking a trip back in time. As you enter into the large central hall you will immediately notice the tall ceilings, original hardwood floors, and an abundance of oversized windows which fill the space with natural light. That theme carries over into the two bedrooms, each equipped with a desk ideal for remote work. The front bedroom even has the original coal burning fireplace (although no longer functional) and ties into the fireplace in the living room (also inoperable). The full bathroom is packed with charm – you will love the clawfoot tub/shower combo with a floor-to-ceiling tile surround, as well as the refinished antique sink vanity. Several stained glass windows carry the whimsical nature of the home all the way through the back door, leading you to an outdoor dining area and large fenced yard.
The bones of the home remain intact (including that old house lean!), otherwise everything is new as of 2022. Features include 2 car private driveway, fenced in yard and back patio, new furnishings, Fiber internet, Smart TV with all streaming services (use your own login), record player with built-in Bluetooth speaker, board games, washer and dryer, 100% cotton linens and towels, USB charging hubs and sound machines in both bedrooms, and a well stocked kitchen that comes with all the essentials (e.g plates/bowls/cups/utensils, pots/pans/baking sheets, knife block, cutting boards, microwave, toaster oven, blender, drip coffee maker, coffee, filters, tea, etc.). Other amenities include hair dryer, iron and iron board, and shampoo/conditioner/body wash.
Enjoy coffee in the morning or wine in the evening as you relax on your rocking chair front porch overlooking Robert Strange Park. The park, located directly across the street from the cottage, has well maintained tennis/pickleball courts (open to the public), a community pool ($4/day/adult, $1/day/child), playground, Fit for Fun Center (kids play place), and an adult fitness center. You will find four pickleball paddles at the cottage for your use.
Children are welcome, but the house is not childproof (100+ year old uneven hardwoods, brick hearth fireplaces, raised transitions between rooms, etc.). Pack ‘n play and high chair provided.
Leaning Lorelei: Light & Airy Downtown Cottage is located in Wilmington Historic District. Leaning Lorelei: Light & Airy Downtown Cottage provides accommodation, featuring Sports/Activities, Wellness Facilities, Laundry, among other amenities. This House features Sports/Activities, Wellness Facilities, Laundry, to make your stay a comfortable one.
Leaning Lorelei: Light & Airy Downtown Cottage has 2 Bedrooms , 1 Bathroom, and max occupancy of 4 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Wilmington Historic District has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Wilmington Historic District, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.
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Amenities
Facility Overview
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Air conditioning
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Heating
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Toilet paper
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Shampoo
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Soap
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Hair dryer
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1 bathroom
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Towels provided
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Bathtub or shower
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Bed sheets provided
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2 bedrooms
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Dining table
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Fireplace
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Living room
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Ice maker
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Oven
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Paper towels
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Dishwasher
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Blender
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Microwave
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Toaster oven
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Stovetop
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Refrigerator
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Washing machine and dryer
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Onsite parking
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No pets allowed
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Smoke-free property
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If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
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Hardwood flooring in public areas
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Fitness center
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Tennis on site
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Games
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Smart TV
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Stereo
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Streaming services
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English
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In the city center
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Desk
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Desk chair
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Highchair
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Travel crib
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Iron/ironing board
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Free WiFi
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Garden
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Fenced yard
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Patio
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Outdoor furniture
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Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
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Deadbolt lock
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Fire extinguisher
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Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
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First aid kit
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Shared/communal pool
Policies
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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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
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