House in Wilmington, DE
7 guests · 4 bedrooms · 3 baths
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About this house rental
This charming and well-appointed Cape Cod Revival cottage sits on a corner lot of elegant Bancroft Parkway, near Wawaset Park. Featuring a screened-in porch, gourmet kitchen, and private parking, Bancroft Cottage welcomes family groups as warmly as it does visiting professionals.
Despite the peaceful location, the property is very much ‘in town’ — within walking distance of Wilmington’s Trolley Square, the Delaware Art Museum, and a 10-minute drive to the Amtrak station and business district.
The space
The property features two large upstairs bedrooms with queen beds, televisions and space to unpack. In addition, there is a first floor twin bedroom/office, and a finished basement with two twin beds for overflow guests. Each bedroom features high-quality linens and mattresses. A ‘secret room,’ connected to an upstairs bedroom, has a bed for a youngster (adults will need to duck to access it).
Each floor features an upgraded bathroom (including a walk-in shower on the first floor) and guests are provided with ample fresh towels & washcloths for their stay.
The open-plan kitchen and dining area has been remodeled to an exceptionally high standard, with custom cabinetry, granite countertops, a generously sized double oven and refrigerator and freezer. Even the most discerning home chef will find all necessary cookware, while the dining room can extend to seat up to eight.
The living room with its fireplace, 52” television & wine bar is a great place to relax, entertain and leads to the charming screened-in porch with its views onto the property’s mature trees and quiet Parkway.
The backyard features lush planting, a patio with a dining table, and a gas BBQ (in season).
Modern conveniences including a dishwasher and laundry facilities are at your disposal.
As remote hosts we are available to you during your stay and are delighted to provide you with our favorite recommendations in and around Wilmington — including: dining at the (nearby) Colonial Inn and Wilmington Riverfront; the du Ponts’ ‘Nemours Estate’ and ‘Winterthur Museum’; and, the picturesque Brandywine River Valley made famous by the painter Andrew Wyeth.
Farther afield is historic Philadelphia with its international airport (30 min.) and Delaware’s famous Rehoboth Beach resort (2 hours).
Guest access
Bancroft Cottage has a one-car garage and driveway which can accommodate two additional cars. This area (and the front entrance) is covered by a security camera; additional street parking can be found on the side of the home. There is a keyless entry system for the front and back entrances; we will provide you with a private code for your use during your stay.
Other things to note
Bring your toothbrush ... most everything else is there waiting for you.
Despite the peaceful location, the property is very much ‘in town’ — within walking distance of Wilmington’s Trolley Square, the Delaware Art Museum, and a 10-minute drive to the Amtrak station and business district.
The space
The property features two large upstairs bedrooms with queen beds, televisions and space to unpack. In addition, there is a first floor twin bedroom/office, and a finished basement with two twin beds for overflow guests. Each bedroom features high-quality linens and mattresses. A ‘secret room,’ connected to an upstairs bedroom, has a bed for a youngster (adults will need to duck to access it).
Each floor features an upgraded bathroom (including a walk-in shower on the first floor) and guests are provided with ample fresh towels & washcloths for their stay.
The open-plan kitchen and dining area has been remodeled to an exceptionally high standard, with custom cabinetry, granite countertops, a generously sized double oven and refrigerator and freezer. Even the most discerning home chef will find all necessary cookware, while the dining room can extend to seat up to eight.
The living room with its fireplace, 52” television & wine bar is a great place to relax, entertain and leads to the charming screened-in porch with its views onto the property’s mature trees and quiet Parkway.
The backyard features lush planting, a patio with a dining table, and a gas BBQ (in season).
Modern conveniences including a dishwasher and laundry facilities are at your disposal.
As remote hosts we are available to you during your stay and are delighted to provide you with our favorite recommendations in and around Wilmington — including: dining at the (nearby) Colonial Inn and Wilmington Riverfront; the du Ponts’ ‘Nemours Estate’ and ‘Winterthur Museum’; and, the picturesque Brandywine River Valley made famous by the painter Andrew Wyeth.
Farther afield is historic Philadelphia with its international airport (30 min.) and Delaware’s famous Rehoboth Beach resort (2 hours).
Guest access
Bancroft Cottage has a one-car garage and driveway which can accommodate two additional cars. This area (and the front entrance) is covered by a security camera; additional street parking can be found on the side of the home. There is a keyless entry system for the front and back entrances; we will provide you with a private code for your use during your stay.
Other things to note
Bring your toothbrush ... most everything else is there waiting for you.
Amenities at Bancroft Cottage - Elegant Parkway Home - Near Trolley Square
Non-smoking
No pets allowed
Map of Wilmington, DE
Ratings and reviews
Summary of reviewsGuests enjoyed the beautifully decorated house, convenient location, well-equipped amenities, and responsive hosts. A perfect stay for families and small groups!
10 / 10Outstanding·Oct 2025
The house was clean and comfortable. We really liked the screened-in side porch. It is located in a quiet neighborhood that was easy to get into and out of. There is a binder with all the info you need to know to find things. Therefore, it helps to check it out. Our host was great. We had a few questions and he was always prompt in getting back to us. We felt the location was wonderful because it was close to almost all of the places we wanted to visit, such as Longwoods Gardens and the Dupont estates.
10 / 10Outstanding·May 2025
Quiet neighborhood. Side screened porch was the best room in the house. Fun to watch the dog walkers. Very close to attractions. Visited Winterthur, Longwood Gardens, Hagley Museum, Read House & Gardens. Odessa and New Castle are charming historic towns both with colonial taverns with good food. Columbus Inn is within walking distance with excellent food. House was well equipped. Beds were comfortable. Great place to stay. Highly recommend.
10 / 10Outstanding·Nov 2024
We we’re given a wrong code to unlock the door, so it definitely added unnecessary stress after a long day travel. I really loved the location, it’s a safe and beautiful neighborhood and very close to DuPont estates and gardens. The kitchen and bathroom are fully stocked we had more than what we needed. We are family of four, so we didn’t have to use the room in basement
5 / 10·Oct 2022
This is what you want every vacation rental to be--a lovely and beautifully maintained house in a great neighborhood. Better than expected!
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Top rated by guests
10Outstanding
(112 Ratings)
Guests enjoyed the beautifully decorated house, convenient location, well-equipped amenities, and responsive hosts. A perfect stay for families and small groups!
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