The Gillette House was built in 1912 for Col. George William Gillette and his wife Pearl and is a beautiful example of a neoclassical revival style bungalow.  Set in the quint little neighborhood of Carolina Place this historic three bedroom, two and a half bath, craftsman style home boasts over 1900 square feet of living space for you to enjoy. Pick a rocking chair, then sit and relax on your front porch as the occasional neighbor casually strolls past, offering a friendly waive and a smile as they pass. Enter thru the foyer and into the open living room, dining room and kitchen. The kitchen has been updated to offer a large island, gas range with downdraft, stainless-steel appliances and granite countertops. After a long day kick your feet up in the living room and enjoy a good book in front of the gas log fireplace. Once you are ready to retire for the evening head upstairs to the private master suite where you can draw yourself a warm bath in the cast iron soaker tub just before heading off to bed. In the morning head out back and enjoy your coffee on the master balcony or on your back deck and enjoy your private fenced in backyard. This house truly is the perfect blend of old-world charm mixed with modern amenities. Just a few blocks (1.4 miles) from Downtown Wilmington’s riverfront shops and restaurants. This property is only 2.7 miles from Hew Hanover County Regional Medical Center, 3.9 miles form The University of North Carolina at Wilmington and 7.5 miles from the pristine beaches of Wrightsville Beach. Come see this spectacular historic home today.