This is the famed Purnell - Empie House and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and with the Historic Wilmington Foundation.  The home has an incredible history locally including being the residence of Hannah Block who served as Wilmington's first woman Council Member and the first female lifeguard in NC.  She had a history of performance and was a institution with respect to the Historic District and Preservation.  There are a total of 6 units and two are offered as furnished rentals that include cable, wifi, parking, fireplaces, tall ceilings, and very cool details.  The Purnell Empie House has a long tradition of hospitality and we love to open our doors to residents that appreciate history and architecture.  Come stay awhile and live in History.

Here is an interview of Ms. Hannah Block which took place at the home in the mid 90's:  http://www.sambissette.com/voices/block.pdf

Here is Ms Hannah Block's Obituary: http://www.starnewsonline.com/news/20091113/hannah-block-wilmington-civic-leader-dies

Contact us directly at 910-297-0145

A bit about Suites on Front:  We operate a unique Bed and Breakfast, multiple vacation rentals across NC, online bookability thru VRBO and/or Airbnb, Direct Response via phone at 910-297-0145, regular linen and cleaning service if desired.  We are not always able to guarantee exact rooms or units but do try and will tell you in advance otherwise.

There are many times where guests will stay with us in WIlmington only to head to Bald Head and end up in Asheville.  We wlove those guests and have even had some call to inquire about Wilmywood only to  find themselves heading West to the Mountains.  We have on occasion even had walk up or walk by visitors then decided to stay in o ne of our unique properties.

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