Maritime House was built in the early 1950's as a convent for the nuns who taught at the St. Thomas Church (circa 1840) located behind the property. St. Thomas, which was the first brick Catholic church in North Carolina still stands and is now a beautiful community hall regularly used for parties, wedding receptions and trade shows.

Maritime House was renovated in 1993, and given the nautical theme in keeping with the old port city of Wilmington.

There are 8 one bedroom suites housed on two floors, each with its own unique seagoing style, with balconies and rockers overlooking the gardens and ponds.

The "Captains Quarters", a special occasion suite with a large whirlpool bath.