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NEW - Duke 5 Mins, Upscale Eclectic Decor, Backyard Dining and Movies, Sleeps 10

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Game room
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Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathrooms1982 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Durham, NC
  • Place, Durham Convention Center
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Carolina Theatre
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Durham Performing Arts Center
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Raleigh, NC (RDU-Raleigh - Durham Intl.)
    ‪18 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Durham

This vacation home places you within a leisurely stroll of Triangle Brewing Company and Downtown Durham Dog Park. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a balcony.

What's nearby

  • Durham Convention Center - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Carolina Theatre - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Durham Performing Arts Center - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Durham Bulls Athletic Park - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • American Tobacco Campus - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • Durham Station - 5 min drive
  • Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Little Bull - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Durham Beer Garden - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Hi-Wire Brewing - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Surf Club - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Missy Lane’s Assembly Room - ‬2 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.

NEW - Duke 5 Mins, Upscale Eclectic Decor, Backyard Dining and Movies, Sleeps 10

Perfect for family or group getaways, this vibrant home features 4 bedrooms (5 beds) and 3.5 bathrooms. Only 5 mins to Duke and 4 to NCCU. Enjoy an upscale kitchen, spacious dining area, cozy porch, and a lively living room with TV and fireplace. Have fun in the game area with foosball and darts, relax on the balcony, or host outdoor meals in the al fresco dining space. The backyard offers a fire pit with Adirondack chairs, a projector for movie nights, badminton, cornhole, and fun BBQ nights.

The space
Your Durham and NC Triangle trip will be enjoyed from our conveniently located home.
● Under a mile from beach access, giving you close access, yet allowing you to stay in a quiet neighborhood to unwind
● 2.2 miles from Duke's East Campus
● 4.3 miles from Duke's main Campus
● 1.4 miles from downtown Durham
● 1.8 miles from North Carolina Central University
● 1.5 miles from Durham Bulls Athletic Park
● 2.5 miles from Museum of Life and Science
● 5.1 miles from Sarah P. Duke Botanical Gardens
● 13 miles from Raleigh-Durham Airport
Please note, this property is within the city, and an urban ambiance will be experienced. Sound machines are available to use if desired.

✹ Living Room ✹
✧ Warm gas fireplace for relaxing evenings (no setup required, flip on with a switch and enjoy!)
✧ Board games for casual fun
✧ Roku TV for movie nights or catching up on your favorite shows utilizing your favorite streaming accounts
✧ Foosball table for some friendly competition
✧ Cabinet stocked with card games and books
✧ Magnetic dart board for added entertainment

✹ Dining Area ✹
✧ Spacious table setup with seating for 8
✧ Open-concept dining connected to the full kitchen
✧ Mini bar cart with a cocktail mixing book, perfect for happy hour
✧ Easy access to the balcony that leads to the backyard

✹ Full Kitchen ✹
✧ Upscale appliances to make cooking a breeze
✧ Stovetop with a sleek range hood and faucet to fill your pots
✧ Ample storage for groceries and kitchen essentials
✧ Dedicated coffee station to start your mornings right
✧ Connected to open space dining and living room adjacent.

✹ Bedrooms ✹
✧ 4 inviting bedrooms for a restful stay
✧ Downstairs has one Primary main bedroom with tropical getaway vibe. Includes a king bed, retro-style table for work or reading, en-suite bathroom (walk-in shower, 2 sinks), and double door access to the balcony and backyard
✧ Upstairs has 3 Bedrooms. An additional primary bedroom with 2 queen beds, Roku TV, and en-suite full bathroom (2 sinks, large glass encased shower/tub)
✧ Bedrooms 3 and 4 mirror each other with one queen bed each and share the hallway bathroom with 1 sink and a standard curtain shower/tub.
✧ Fresh towels and essential hygiene products provided

✹ Backyard Porch/Balcony ✹
✧ Two foldable chairs and a table for relaxing outdoors
✧ Storage seat contains cushions for the outdoor seating

✹ Backyard ✹
✧ Beautiful al fresco dining area
✧ Dining table with umbrella and seating for 8
✧ 8 Adirondack chairs surrounding a cozy fire pit
✧ Outdoor projector and portable white screen for movie nights under the stars
✧ Cornhole game for some backyard fun
✧ Spacious area to enjoy badminton and volleyball
✧ BBQ grill ready for cookouts

✹ Other Areas ✹
✧ Front Porch: cozy rocking chairs with a mini table, perfect for morning coffee
✧ Driveway fits up to 3 cars in tandem. No street parking.
✧ Front-load washer and dryer upstairs

Other things to note

As of April 2025, here are the nearby grocery stores, restaurants, and attractions:

꧁ Grocery Stores ꧂

✺ Food Lion
⋗ Address: 3022 Fayetteville St, Durham, NC 27707
⋗ Approximate Distance: 2.8 miles
⋗ Known for a wide range of products and services including a deli and floral department.

✺ Durham Co-op Market
⋗ Address: 1111 W Chapel Hill St, Durham, NC 27701
⋗ Approximate Distance: 2.1 miles
⋗ Offers a selection of local, natural, and organic products, and emphasizes community ownership and sustainability.

✺ Carolina Foodmart
⋗ Address: 1002 N Alston Ave, Durham, NC 27701
⋗ Approximate Distance: 0.1 miles
⋗ A convenience store that offers a range of everyday items alongside a friendly service.

✺ Bulldega Urban Market
⋗ Address: 104 City Hall Plz, Durham, NC 27701
⋗ Approximate Distance: 1.9 miles
⋗ Provides local produce and humanely raised meats, and also offers everyday household items.

꧁ Restaurants ꧂

✺ Cucciolo Osteria
⋗ Cuisine: Italian
⋗ Address: 601 W Main St. Suite C, Durham, NC 27701
⋗ Approximate Distance: 3.1 miles

✺ M Sushi
⋗ Cuisine: Japanese, Sushi
⋗ Address: 311 Holland St, Durham, NC 27701
⋗ Approximate Distance: 3.4 miles

✺ Goorsha
⋗ Cuisine: Ethiopian
⋗ Address: 910 W Main St, Durham, NC 27701
⋗ Approximate Distance: 3.2 miles

✺ Parker and Otis
⋗ Cuisine: American
⋗ Address: 321 E Chapel Hill St, Durham, NC 27701
⋗ Approximate Distance: 3.5 miles

✺ Queeny’s
⋗ Cuisine: American, Dive Bar
⋗ Address: 321 E Chapel Hill St Suite 100, Durham, NC 27701
⋗ Approximate Distance: 3.5 miles

✺ Alley Twenty Six
⋗ Cuisine: American, Craft Cocktails
⋗ Address: Durham, NC
⋗ Approximate Distance: 3.5 miles

✺ Littler
⋗ Cuisine: American
⋗ Address: Durham, NC
⋗ Approximate Distance: 3.5 miles

✺ NanaSteak
⋗ Cuisine: Steakhouse
⋗ Address: Durham, NC
⋗ Approximate Distance: 3.6 miles


꧁ Attractions ꧂

✺ Duke University Chapel - This iconic landmark is located on the Duke University campus and offers tours and organ rehearsals. It’s a beautiful example of Collegiate Gothic architecture and a must-visit for its historical and cultural significance.

✺ American Tobacco Campus - Close to your location, this historic tobacco factory has been transformed into a vibrant entertainment district with restaurants, shops, and live music venues.

✺ Sarah P. Duke Gardens - Situated on the Duke University campus, these gardens are perfect for a relaxing day out, offering beautiful landscapes and peaceful walking paths.

✺ Durham Bulls Athletic Park - Catch a baseball game at this famous minor league ballpark, a great American pastime experience that’s just a short drive from downtown Durham.

✺ Museum of Life and Science - Ideal for families, this museum offers interactive science exhibits and an outdoor science park that includes a butterfly house and wildlife habitats.

✺ Eno River State Park - Offering a range of outdoor activities like hiking, fishing, and picnicking, this park is a great spot to enjoy nature and is just a short drive from your location.

✺ Durham Performing Arts Center (DPAC) - Known for hosting a variety of performances including Broadway shows, concerts, and comedy events, DPAC is a premier venue for entertainment.

✺ Nasher Museum of Art at Duke University - Explore diverse and dynamic art collections and exhibitions, located on the Duke University campus.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 3.5 bathrooms, and a balcony. There's space to spread out with 4 bedrooms and a dining area. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture

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.
  • 4 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Foosball table
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 1,982 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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
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 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: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 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.
  • 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:

  • There are no elevators.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do close to this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Durham, a short 8-minute walk from Triangle Brewing Company and also 17 minutes on foot from Scarborough House. You'll also find Carolina Theatre and Durham Performing Arts Center within a short drive.

Is there parking available at this vacation home?

No, there isn't parking available at the vacation home.

Is this vacation home next to a casino?

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

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

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

Is NEW - Duke 5 Mins, Upscale Eclectic Decor, Backyard Dining and Movies, Sleeps 10 good for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this vacation home include a fireplace, a kitchen, and a smart TV.

Does NEW - Duke 5 Mins, Upscale Eclectic Decor, Backyard Dining and Movies, Sleeps 10 have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home include breakfast service?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

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

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

Does this vacation home have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting rooms at this vacation home.

How far is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU), which is 14.1 mi away (21 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at NEW - Duke 5 Mins, Upscale Eclectic Decor, Backyard Dining and Movies, Sleeps 10?

Yes, every accommodation at NEW - Duke 5 Mins, Upscale Eclectic Decor, Backyard Dining and Movies, Sleeps 10 comes with a balcony.