• As low as $334/Night
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 9
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General Features

  • Games
  • 2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Blender
  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Concierge services
  • Deadbolt lock
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Dining room
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Electric kettle
  • Energy-saving switches
  • English
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Firepit
  • First aid kit
  • Free WiFi
  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Hair dryer
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Heating
  • Ice maker
  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Laundry facilities
  • Microwave
  • No elevators
  • Onsite parking
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Oven
  • Patio
  • Pet friendly
  • Playground
  • Recycling
  • Refrigerator
  • Shampoo
  • Smart TV
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Smoke-free property
  • Soap
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided
  • Unit size: 1812 sq ft (168 sq m)
  • Washing machine and dryer

About this Property

  • Sleeps 9
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Private vacation home
  • Approximately 1812 square feet

The Unicorn – Another Professionally Managed Carolina Vacays Home

Truly Pet-Friendly – No Deposits, No Fees, Ever!

Welcome to The Unicorn, a handsomely restored 1940s home in the heart of Wilmington, NC. Perfectly located between Historic Downtown Wilmington and the UNC-Wilmington area, this Midtown gem blends classic appeal with modern amenities. With original wood floors, exposed brick, and thoughtfully designed spaces, this home is ideal for calming getaways, family gatherings, and extended stays.

Inside the Home – Where Comfort Meets Character.....

* Roomy Open Floor Plan – Ideal for entertaining and unwinding
* Chef-Ready Kitchen – Totally supplied for your home-cooked meals
* Coffee Bar – Choose from a Cuisinart, Keurig, or French Press, complete with K-pods and condiments

Bedrooms & Sleeping Arrangements.....

* Primary Bedroom (1st Floor) – King-size Casper bed, intelligent TV, vanity, and an en suite bath with a walk-in shower
* Second Bedroom (Upstairs) – King-size Casper bed for restful nights
* Third Bedroom (Upstairs) – Queen-size bed + Bunk beds (Full below, Twin above) for flexible sleeping options
* All linens, bath towels, and beach towels supplied – No hidden costs!

Living & Entertainment.....
* Samsung "The Frame" TV – Doubles as digital art when not in use
* Intelligent TVs in every bedroom – Stream your favorite shows
* Laundry Room – Full-size washer & dryer for extended stays
* Games & Puzzles – A outfitted pantry also includes modest appliances, first aid supplies, and additional essentials

Outdoor Living – Unwind & Entertain.....

* Firepit area with Adirondack seating
* Gas Grille with tools and propane supplied
* Cavernous back deck – Ideal for morning coffee or evening wine
* Ample parking – Rear parking for three cars + a horseshoe driveway (no backing out onto the street!)

Guest Access & Security.....

* Full access to the home (except the basement)
* Electronic keypad entry – Unique code for each stay
* EXTERIOR security cameras (located on all 3 exterior doors) for your tranquility of mind
* Note: The home is on a well-traveled road leading downtown, so some street noise is expected

Extra Touches for a Seamless Stay.....

* Shampoo, conditioner & body wash included
* Blow dryers in both full bathrooms
* Essential appliances – Blender, toaster, microwave, air fryer
* Wi-Fi & dedicated office space – Stay connected with ease
* Safety first – Smoke detectors, carbon monoxide detectors, fire extinguisher, and first aid kit

Optional Concierge Services (Available for an Additional Fee).....

* Infant/Toddler Package – Crib, high chair & more
* Starter Grocery Stocking – Arrive to a full refrigerator!
* Beach Package – Chairs, umbrellas & essentials
* Special Pickups & Deliveries – Let us arrange what you need

Feel the warmth and charm of The Unicorn – a home that combines historic elegance with modern convenience.

Whether you’re here for a beach getaway, downtown adventure, or simply a relaxing hideaway, we’d adore to host you!

Book now and make The Unicorn your home away from home in Wilmington, NC!

About the Area

Wilmington is home to this vacation home. Cape Fear Museum and Carolina Heights are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit The Cotton Exchange and Mayfaire Town Center. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College or Trask Coliseum.

Special Instructions

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Know Before you Go

This property does not have elevators

Pet Policy

2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Strategies for getting the best Wilmington rental home experience:

Getting the most from your vacation rental budget:

  • June, July, and August are the most expensive months in the Cape Fear area area. Booking your Cape Fear area vacation rental in the Fall or Spring is a great way to save on your rental home. Rental rates are lower, and you'll find a better selection of desirable properties. Many vacationers use this strategy to reserve larger homes, or to book a beach front vacation rental that would otherwise be unavailable or unaffordable during the Summer. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook the holidays for a Cape Fear area vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday vacation on the coast? Thanksgiving and Christmas are great times to gather with family and friends at the beach.
  • The sooner your group can book a vacation home, the easier your search will be. The best properties are reserved very early. Booking your rental up to 12 months before your travel dates is recommended. Christmas, Thanksgiving and New Years Eve are excellent times to search for and book your vacation home.
  • Hosts sometimes offer discounts or promotional rates for veterans. It's always a good idea to check with your property manager to see if special offers are available for your family.
  • Management companies and individual rental owners usually offer their guests an option to purchase trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which generally will cost 1% - 5% of the base stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any days missed as a result of personal medical-related emergencies or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional evacuation charges, such as an unexpected hotel overnight or extra gas expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a welcome relief if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your property manager for details.
  • Many property management companies and vacation rental houses supply Cape Fear area area visitor guide magazines that include money-saving deals, either offered independently by local companies, or through a relationship between the management company and the business itself. You can also find Cape Fear area visitors guide and coupon books at local gas stations and shopping centers.

Choosing the best vacation rental in Wilmington:

  • Choose a designated group leader, select your vacation week, and select a maximum budget.
  • Decide how many beds and the bed configuration you need. Wilmington's Downtown Unicorn...NO PET FEES or PET DEPOSITS! 5 mins. to Downtown has 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.
  • Precise details about bedrooms and bed counts is normally accessible on booking pages. If you don't see them listed, reach out to the property management company before you book the vacation home. Note that most listings specify the maximum guest capacity, which usually includes pull-out couches. You'll need to work out which bed configuration is best for your family.
  • Are you visiting for a specific event? Try a map search to locate nearby properties.
  • Appropriate accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for guests with disabilities. Make certain to ask about wheel chair accessibility, pool lifts and specialized equipment needs.
  • If your family is bringing pets, you'll need to find a property that allows animals. Ask for details on breed, weight, and type restrictions. Usually, property managers charge additional pet fees.

Some things to know before you go:

  • Add the property manager's phone number to your smartphone. Print and take a copy of arrival/departure procedures.
  • Note any issues with the property during check in, and immediately contact the owner. We especially recommend texts and e-mails, as they usually contain built-in time stamps that can be helpful if damages are attributed to your stay.
  • Ask questions. You may want instructions for a fireplace, A/V setup or kitchen appliance. Contact your property manager. They are there to help! A brief call prevents a lot of concerns.
  • Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking policies can make a stay significantly more pleasurable. Be a good neighbor. You'll enhance your chance to make some new local friends, and resident neighbors are a fantastic source for finding the best local restaurants, beaches, and hangouts.
  • Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Neighbors can usually help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to find the best bike paths, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for shopping?
  • Lock your vacation home while you are away. Protect your property!
  • Don't leave anything behind! Just before you drive away, walk through the property to make sure you've collected all personal items. Check bathrooms, garages, and back yards for hidden treasure. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
  • Please make sure to walk through the property one final time and scan for any damage. We recommend inspecting the property with the host whenever possible. If the host isn't available, take video and pictures of the rental to record its condition at check-out.
  • After your trip, leave a review! Hosts rely on good reviews to propel more bookings. They'll be grateful for your feedback. Alternatively, if something went awry, other vacationing families will appreciate that you share your feedback find their best vacation rental. Be fair with your review. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the manager had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded reasonably to fix it.

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Victory Beach Vacations

Visitors who are on the hunt for the postcard-perfect vacation rental in the heart of the Carolina Beach or Kure Beach area will find an enticing selection and plenty of friendly customer service when they rent through Victory Beach Vacations. Based in Carolina Beach in the coastal Cape Fear region, Victory Beach Vacations has more than 100 vacation rentals in all shapes and sizes to ensure that every vacationing family can find their dream home away from home on the beach.   When you book your Cape Fear getaway with Victory Beach Vacations, the fun doesn’t end when you leave the beach, it continues with an array of privately-owned properties outfitted with all of the amenities needed for a fabulous beach vacation.   Jenna Lanier, General Manager, explains that her family first opened the rental and property management business in 2002. At the forefront of Victory Beach operations is Lanier’s mother, Caroline Meeks. Meeks is both the Broker in Charge and co-owner with husband, Buck Meeks, who manages the Field Services team with Lanier’s husband, Scott.   For nearly 20 years, the Victory Beach team has worked tirelessly to establish a network of top-of-the-line rental properties for Cape Fear visitors to enjoy. “As far as our properties go,” explains Lanier, “they are all updated, well-furnished and appointed. “We have always performed post-cleaning inspections and since the pandemic, have put freshly laundered duvets over all of the comforters between rentals.”   Lanier emphasizes how important the guests experience is “we strive to give our guests a relaxing, stress free, memorable vacation.” This emphasis on customer service has led to Victory Beach Vacations having a 4.8 Google rating with over 300 reviews by happy owners and guests.In addition to Victory Beach’s superior sanitation practices, the company offers properties for every type of visitor. Choose from luxury oceanfront houses and condos to more reasonbly priced 2nd row properties with oceanviews. Many properties include pools and hot tubs as well, perfect for outdoor entertaining, and many are dog friendly.   Lanier also notes that all properties are within walking or driving distance to Pleasure Island’s main attractions – Carolina Beach and Kure Beach. The former, as described by Lanier, is the more commercialized of the two destinations and features a boardwalk, outdoor dining options and a plethora of weekly activities including fireworks, live music, amusement park pop-ups, and movies under the stars. Kure Beach offers a more residential feel with its fishing pier, intimate restaurants and family favorite, North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher.More water fun awaits, too. “There is a harbor and a canal that feed into the intercoastal. We have several properties on the harbor so guests can bring their boat, kayak, [or jet ski] and travel between islands,” says Lanier.   A stay with Victory Beach Vacations is an annual pilgrimage for most. “A large percentage of guests are previous guests. Some even reserve the same property for the next year as they’re checking out,” Lanier says. “It’s almost like it’s their personal vacation home.”   Even before guests arrive at their vacation destination, the Victory Beach Vacations’ website greets them with a live beach cam and exquisite aerial footage of both Carolina and Kure Beaches. See for yourself by scanning the QR code and call Victory Beach Vacations at 910.458.0868 to book your Cape Fear getaway. Start making your memories today! —Grace Silipigni