Leaning Lorelei: Light & Airy Downtown Cottage

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 2023. 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 ($3/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.