Charming Historic Empie-Possion Cottage | Cottage in Wilmington

9.8 (17 Reviews) |   Pet Friendly   1 Bedroom  1 Bathroom  4 Guests
Wilmington Historic District Cottage | Charming Historic Empie-Possion Cottage

1 Bedroom Cottage in Wilmington Historic District, Wilmington

The Empie-Possion Cottage is located in the heart of historic downtown Wilmington, NC. Three blocks from the water and a 10 minute walk to the heart of downtown. This 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom home with a pull out Queen sleeper sofa. The Empie-Possion cottage was built in 1913 and has been recently completely restored.
Enjoy a drink on the screened in patio in the back or on the historic front porch. Enjoy a stay in a recently restored historic home with a special, unique charm of its own.
Visiting the Empie-Poisson Cottage is like taking a trip back in history. Built in 1913, the Empie-Poisson cottage has been completely restored. The home has the 2 original, non-working, coal burning fireplaces, original wood floors, doors, and single pane windows. Prepare to experience historic southern charm in a cottage like no other!
The screened in porch is accessible through double doors in the bedroom. The space has a fully stocked kitchen ready to make any meal. There is a washer and dryer on the premise to wash clothes that may have gotten a spill of wine during your stay! We love your furry friends but we will ask for a non-refundable pet fee of $150 for your stay with up to two pets.
The Empie-Possion Cottage is located in the heart of historic downtown Wilmington. The streets surrounding the cottage have sprawling oaks and cobblestone streets with beautiful historic homes. The cottage is 3 blocks from the Cape Fear river and six blocks or a ten minute walk to the heart of downtown. Drive to NC's most popular beach in just twenty minutes and enjoy beachfront restaurants and shopping. Bring your car or two and park in front of the house for free!

Charming Historic Empie-Possion Cottage is located in Wilmington Historic District. Charming Historic Empie-Possion Cottage provides accommodation, featuring Balcony/Terrace, Fireplace/Heating, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, among other amenities. This Cottage features Balcony/Terrace, Fireplace/Heating, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Charming Historic Empie-Possion Cottage has 1 Bedroom , 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 Cottage because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this Cottage, 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. Cottage has a friendly neighborhood, and the Wilmington Historic District has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the Cottage 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

Air Conditioner
Parking
Pet Friendly
TV
Balcony/Terrace
Security/Safety
Fireplace/Heating
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Air conditioning
Bathrooms
  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Sofa bed
  • 1 bedroom
  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
Laundry
  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine and dryer
Parking
  • Onsite parking
Pet Friendly
  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
  • Welcoming dogs only
Accessibility
  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property
Entertainment
  • TV
General
  • Unit size: 900 sq ft (84 sq m)
  • In the city center
  • Desk chair
Internet
  • WiFi available
Outdoors
  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
Security/Safety
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 pm contactless check-in available
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 am
Child Policy
Children are welcome.
Event Policy
No events allowed
Pet Policy
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet) pets allowed restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees welcoming dogs only
Smoking Policy
Smoking is not permitted

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited 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

Reviews

Cindy P.
Oct 15, 2025 03:20:00 AM
Review Score:   10
Summary: Pet friendly cottage in historic Wilmington was just as advertised.
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