The Verandas


  • The Verandas was built in 1854 and has 8,500 Square Feet. It is Victorian Italianate style and has four full floors and a cupola on top. Located on a quiet residential street, it is walking distance to shops, restaurants, clubs, museums, etc. A short two block walk to the Riverwalk, and four block walk to the center of the town. The Inn was featured as "The Chester Inn" in the movie, "The Chester Story" starring Terry Hatcher. The house is also featured on the HGTV Fine Living Channel.

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    Located on a quiet tree lined street one block from busy Front Street, The Verandas guests have the best of being conveniently located downtown, but in a quiet residential neighborhood. Guests can relax on one of four verandas, or on the terrace overlooking the small, but colorful garden. Sophisticated public space is elegant, and grand, but never off-putting. Rooms are professionally decorated with wonderful colors, original artwork, and a comfortable blend of english and american furniture, all for the use and pleasure of our guests. Every attempt is made to "spoil" our guests, including providing a full gourmet breakfast in the morning. We feel that a bed and breakfast experience should include a special breakfast that one doesn't get everyday. French pressed coffee, gourmet tea, fruit course, entree, and breakfast meat are served on antique china, and silver underneath a beautiful chandelier in the dining room, or outside on the terrace. The goal of The Verandas is to provide affordable luxury. The mansion is 154 years old, but was totally gutted to the studding, and has truly been renovated to provide the ultimate comfort and safety features for our guests. While the Inn is decorated in beautiful fabrics, artwork, and furniture, we are not a museum, but an Inn for guests to enjoy.


    Innkeeper Information

    The innkeepers speak:

    • Sign language

    • English



    Features

    Type:

    • Bed and Breakfast

    Property Noted For:

    • Antiques/decor

    • Peaceful getaway


    Amenities

    Guest Room:

    • Air conditioning

    • Alarm clock

    • Bath robes

    • CD player

    • Ceiling fans

    • In-room internet

    • Desk

    • Fax Machine

    • Fireplace

    • Hairdryer

    • Internet Service

    • Ironing Board

    • Radio

    • Satellite/Cable TV

    • TV

    • Telephone

    • Turndown Service

    On Site:

    • Copier

    • Piano

  • Holiday Specials

    12/7/2011 - 2/29/2012

    Buy two nights and get a third night free. No blackout dates. Effective until Feb 29, 2012. Includes Christmas, New Years, and Valentine's.

  • Nightly Rate

    $169 - $269

    Policy

    Reservation Policy


    General Policies

    • Smoking allowed: No

    • Guest pets allowed: No

    • Suitable for children: No

    • Childcare provided: No

  • Breakfast

    • Type: Full

    • Time Served: 7:30, 8:30. WE at 9

    • Serving location: Dining Room


    Complimentary Perks

    • Non-alcoholic Beverages

    • Wine/Cheese Plate


    Special meal options

    • Low fat

    • Restrictive

    • Vegetarian


    Additional food services

    • Snacks, Biscotti, Sherry, and Cookies

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    Top Luxury Lodging in Wilmington

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Frequently stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway


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    As of last week, we have lodged in the "top" lodgings in Wilmington. The Verandas is outstanding: ... great location ... large bed chambers and modern baths ... engaging social hour ... delicious breakfast ... perfect dining and sightseeing recommendations ... beautiful and inviting common areas, rich with decor and antiques ... wonderful innkeepers Treat yourself to an experience!


    Hosts who are second to nun

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Frequently stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway


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    Dennis and Chuck are fabulous hosts. My husband and I frequent bed and breakfasts when we travel. and words cannot discribe how gracious, and genuienly warm they both are in sharing there home. The home itself is lovley, grand and very comfortable. Breakfast is always a surprise and very special. If you love to be with people who love to be with you it is on the top of our list of bed and breakfast inns.


    Sets the standard

    About the reviewer

    • Between 36-45 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs twice a year

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation


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    We arrived for a two day stay late in October 2007. All of the rooms were clean, attractively decorated, and beautiful. Chuck and Dennis were warm, welcoming, and amusing as they told us the history of the house. The gourmet breakfasts were outstanding, around a beautiful oval table that encouraged interaction with the other guests. All of the little details were done right, regardless of your style of travel. The public spaces were elegant, spacious, and festive. The rooms had full, modern appointments. Chuck and Dennis, had detailed knowledge of the community, and were on a first-name basis with the proprietors of the restaurants we chose to visit. Chuck and Dennis exceeded expectations in making our stay enjoyable and relaxing.


    Undiscovered gem

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Stays at B&Bs twice a year

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation


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    Wilmington is lovely historic town, an easy getaway from the Raleigh-Durham area. Beautiful decor, sociable innkeepers, and a perfect in-town location make The Verandas a great getaway. Amazing renovation stories, too!


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