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Curated Duke Retreat • Minutes to DPAC, downtown • Espresso, Eco+, Fire Pit

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3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, books

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms1040 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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Durham, NC
  • Place, Museum of Life and Science
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Northgate Mall
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Duke Homestead
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Raleigh, NC (RDU-Raleigh - Durham Intl.)
    ‪22 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Durham

This vacation home places you within a short walk of Duke Regional Hospital and within a mile (2 km) of Vietnam Veterans Living Memorial. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a patio, and a refrigerator.

What's nearby

  • Vietnam Veterans Living Memorial - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Museum of Life and Science - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Northgate Mall - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Duke Homestead - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Duke University - 4 min drive - 2.3 miles

Getting around

  • Durham Station - 10 min drive
  • Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Costco Food Court - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Curated Duke Retreat • Minutes to DPAC, downtown • Espresso, Eco+, Fire Pit

Welcome to the Bull & Bean Cottage — a rare all-inclusive experience, where intentional design & exceptional hospitality (& OCD) create an elevated & effortless stay! Coffee & comfort connoisseurs come to sip espresso from our coffee bar & enjoy luxe, eco+ & non-toxic amenities. Walkable to Duke Hospital & minutes by car to DPAC, downtown, Duke & Ninth St., you will enjoy a peaceful & clean home-base crafted for short & extended stays. Read below to learn more about the best Durham stay!

The Bull & Bean Cottage
• Private 3‑bedroom / 2‑bath single‑story home in Durham
• Quiet, residential location near Duke Hospital & downtown
• Fully fenced yard, fire pit, grill, & private patio
• Elevated, intentional design for comfortable, peaceful stays that feel like home — short or extended

Sleeping arrangements
• Primary bedroom: King bed, en‑suite bathroom
• Bedroom 2: Queen bed
• Bedroom 3: Queen bed with full bed trundle

All bedrooms include:
- high quality, 100% cotton linens
- blackout curtains
- ceiling fans & sound machines
- extra pillows & blankets
- a dedicated workspace
- smart TV (primary suite only) + premium streaming apps
- Pottery Barn bathrobes

Living & essentials
• One‑touch espresso machine, whole bean coffee, tea, syrups and more.
• Bright living room with comfortable seating & smart TV with premium streaming apps (included)
• Entertainment to make lasting memories, including a vintage-style record player and vinyl records, games, playing cards, books, kids' toys, and local recommendations.
• Meticulously equipped kitchen designed for longer stays, including air fryer, blender, spices, oils, & condiments.

• Laundry in home, washer & dryer
• High‑speed WiFi

Outdoor space
• Fully fenced yard
• Private patio with café lights
• Fire pit and grill
• Quiet space for evening relaxation

Noteworthy
• Non‑toxic, eco‑friendly cleaning supplies and toiletries provided for entire stay (not starter kits) - this is especially important for our immunocompromised guests.
• Family‑ready with pack‑n‑play, travel high-chair, toys, games, and books
• Unlimited access to a boutique fitness studio downtown included with your stay

Location
• Walk to Duke Regional Hospital (10 minute walk)
• 1-2 miles to Ninth Street, downtown Durham dining, shops, grocery, and trails.
• 2.5 miles to Duke East campus
• 4 miles to Duke University & Duke Hospital
• Bike provided for local exploring, the cottage’s location sits on Durham‘s extensive bike lane map. Additional bike rentals available.

Accessibility & Medical Features:
- Handicap parking
- 1 story home, step-free interior
- Step-free entrance to home available (ramp upon request, we install for stay)
- Stability grab bars in primary shower
- Orthopedic pillow system for elevated sleeping and recovery
- NO carpet, hardwood floors throughout (area rugs moveable)

Other things to note:
• Message us for Duke patient-friendly and extended stay pricing!
• Designed for restful stays — not parties or events
• Fully stocked for medical, recovery and longer visits
• The cottage can comfortably accommodate 6 adults + 1 child in the pack-and-play. The couch is not available for sleeping.


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The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and an ironing board. Housekeeping is available on request.

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Massage

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 steps to reach entrance
  • 3 accessible parking spaces
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Single level property
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Gym
  • Basketball nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bicycles
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 1,040 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

We reserve the right to decline instant booking reservations based on most recent availability, terms and conditions of our property.

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 25

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Long-term renters welcome.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do around this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Durham within a short 20-minute walk of Vietnam Veterans Living Memorial. You'll also find Museum of Life and Science and Sarah P. Duke Gardens within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Curated Duke Retreat • Minutes to DPAC, downtown • Espresso, Eco+, Fire Pit?

Yes, there is wheelchair-accessible van parking available.

Is there a spa available at this vacation home?

Spa services at the vacation home include massages.

Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

Is Curated Duke Retreat • Minutes to DPAC, downtown • Espresso, Eco+, Fire Pit a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this vacation home will appreciate amenities like a kitchen and a smart TV as well as massages.

Are there hot tubs at Curated Duke Retreat • Minutes to DPAC, downtown • Espresso, Eco+, Fire Pit?

No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this vacation home provide breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Are there connecting rooms at Curated Duke Retreat • Minutes to DPAC, downtown • Espresso, Eco+, Fire Pit?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU), which is 18.2 mi away (24 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Curated Duke Retreat • Minutes to DPAC, downtown • Espresso, Eco+, Fire Pit?

Yes, every house at Curated Duke Retreat • Minutes to DPAC, downtown • Espresso, Eco+, Fire Pit comes with a patio.

Curated Duke Retreat • Minutes to DPAC, downtown • Espresso, Eco+, Fire Pit Reviews

Reviews

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 4 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 4 reviews
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10/10

Cleanliness

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10/10 Excellent

Peter v.

Liked: Cleanliness
Easy central location for us to visit colleges. Very thoughtful hosts, nothing was lacking. Great place.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

Connie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Easy access to stores and attractions. Nice yard with fire pit. Great response from host and friendly communication.
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jyoti P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful experience!! The house was charming and Kristin thought of so many details to make our stay extra special. We will definitely stay here again next time we’re in town!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing little cottage

Great property. Inside was amazingly clean. Owners were very responsive. Everything plus more you need. Overall neighborhood was quiet most of the time and very convenient to everything.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2025