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Discover Durham, just a quick 11-minutes from Duke University

Family-friendly vacation home in Durham

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 91988 sq ft

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Durham, NC
  • Place, Research Triangle Park
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Duke University
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Duke University Hospital
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Raleigh, NC (RDU-Raleigh - Durham Intl.)
    ‪13 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Durham

Located within a leisurely stroll of Research Triangle Park, this vacation home is within a few miles (5 km) of North Carolina Central University. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a patio.
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What's nearby

  • Research Triangle Park - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Duke University - 7 min drive - 6.5 miles
  • Duke University Hospital - 9 min drive - 7.9 miles
  • North Carolina State University - 17 min drive - 17.4 miles
  • Crabtree Valley Mall - 23 min drive - 22.6 miles

Getting around

  • Durham Station - 10 min drive
  • Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Blue Ridge Deli and Café - ‬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.

Discover Durham, just a quick 11-minutes from Duke University

Discover the perfect home-away-from-home in Durham, North Carolina! This 4-bedroom vacation home offers a cozy and inviting retreat, just minutes away from top attractions like Duke University, the Durham Performing Arts Center, and the Streets at Southpoint Mall.

As you step inside, you'll be greeted by a fully stocked kitchen, complete with a stove, oven, refrigerator, grill, and all the necessary appliances and utensils to whip up delicious meals. Gather around the dining table or enjoy alfresco dining on the porch, taking in the peaceful surroundings.

When it's time to unwind, curl up by the fireplace with a good book or challenge your friends to a game of foosball. Enjoy the convenience of a washing machine and dryer, and stay connected with the free WiFi. The smart TV provides endless entertainment options, while the outdoor fire pit and play area offer opportunities for family fun.

With two bathrooms, towels, and basic toiletries, you'll have all the essentials to make your stay comfortable. Air conditioning, linens, and an iron and board ensure your home away from home is truly a haven. Explore the nearby attractions, then return to this charming vacation home for a relaxing and memorable experience.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a patio. 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

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

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

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Foosball table
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Basketball nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours 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

  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 1,988 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 24

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:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the trash
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

The number of people you book for are the ones allowed to stay overnight. Please be honest. Thank you
Please remove bed linens and place on floor in that room. Towels can be placed in the provided laundry baskets in laundry room or master bathroom.
If any furniture is moved, please return it to its original place.

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs and cats only
  • 2 total (50 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

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: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 24

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • 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.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What can I see around this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Durham, close to Durham Bulls Athletic Park, Durham Performing Arts Center, and Carolina Theatre. You'll also find American Tobacco Campus and Shepard House within a short drive.

Is there parking available at this vacation home?

No, there isn't parking at this vacation home.

Is this vacation home adjacent 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.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Discover Durham, just a quick 11-minutes from Duke University?

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

Does Discover Durham, just a quick 11-minutes from Duke University have a hot tub?

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

Does this vacation home offer breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

Although cats and dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.

Are there connecting rooms at this vacation home?

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

What is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU), which is 10.6 mi away (15 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Discover Durham, just a quick 11-minutes from Duke University?

Yes, every accommodation at Discover Durham, just a quick 11-minutes from Duke University comes with a deck.

Reviews

Discover Durham, just a quick 11-minutes from Duke University Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 41 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 41 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 41 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 41 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 41 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lori R.

Liked: Cleanliness
The house met all out needs perfectly! A couple minor issues came up (caused by us) and the owner helped out quickly. Lovely, quiet neighborhood but convenient to the airport and grocery store. Thank you so much for a wonderful visit to the Durham area!Lori
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susie V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful place. All was top notch
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Host was friendly and the place had everything we needed. Would stay again if ever in durham
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ariel B.

Liked: Cleanliness
I love this property and the host is the best!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kerri W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Bedrooms are all nice sizes. Beds were all very comfortable. Every bedroom had its own TV.Plenty of extra blankets and pillows were also available.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

David O., Ocean Isle Beach, NC

Liked: Cleanliness
All was ‘as advertised’
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sam R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Appreciated the space and good communication
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelli C.

Liked: Cleanliness
As always, it’s a pleasure staying at Mitzi’s place. It’s always clean and feels like home. I highly recommend her place to anyone staying in Durham.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelli C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Last minute stay

This was a last minute stay in the sense that my husband had a medical emergency at Duke and Mitzi graciously let me stay at her VRBO (she had an opening). I’ve stayed at her other VRBO (the Greene Rabbit) and this one is just as awesome. It’s so quiet here and you can sit on the front or back porch and just enjoy listening to nature. Her VRBO’s are always spotless, feel like you’re at home and the communication is outstanding. If I ever have a question or a need, Mitzi always responds back to me pretty quickly. I highly recommend her places to anyone that need a nice, clean, homey pace to stay .
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tawn W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Candy’s Celebration of Life

It was a wonderful time with family celebrating my sister who is battling cancer on this side of the veil and lives in Durham. Ed and Mitzi were wonderful to communicate with- very responsive and helpful! We very much enjoyed our stay!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandy H.

Liked: Cleanliness

work trip

We have a job in Durham and 3 of our employees stayed here. It was a great location and the house was perfect. Very clean and had everything they needed. We definitely would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda J.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a great stay! The place was wonderful and very convenient for us.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Hidden Gem in Durham

Nice 4 bedroom house in Durham for family vacation. Layout of the house was excellent and suited our needs to a tee. Owner was excellent as she checked in periodically and handled any questions or problems quickly. Everyone who stayed at house was extremely happy and satisfied with their stay.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tami L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great house

The house was clean and spacious and perfect for our needs. We would stay here again if we come back to the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay

Our job got extended a few days and this was the perfect place to round out the trip in Durham. I would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peg B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful home

My family was in town for a weekend trip to Raleigh. The house was just as described, very clean and with all the essentials. Although we spent most of our time out of the house, when we were there it felt like home. Mitzi was a great communicator and made our stay worry free. I recommend this as a family friendly place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice house good location

Very well appointed with everything we would need and more. The yard was big enough for our 2 dogs. The owners communicated positively and promptly. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 31 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauren L., Hendersonville

Liked: Cleanliness

Great spot

We really enjoyed our stay. We liked the TVs in each room. The backyard and porch were great. There were 5 of us total. My daughter, her 2 teenage sons, her fiancee and myself. There was plenty of space inside for everyone to have privacy, as well as get together and have some fun. We played foosball and cards one of the nights. Mitzi is a wonderful host, too! She messaged us on the 2nd night of our stay to make sure we were enjoying our stay and didn't need anything. Thank you so much! Highly recommended 🙂
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Derek H., Washington, DC

Liked: Cleanliness

Great property on a quiet block

Exactly what we were looking for being in town for a few days for a wedding. Perfect location, clean, and quiet. Thanks again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Such a wonderful stay! Everything was just as expressed in the listing. Communication was great.

The property was beautiful and well appointed. It had everything a family needed to stay busy and enjoy. Looking forward to booking again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Sandy M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great space

Lovely time in Durham! We were staying close to other family and there was ample space to host the family for a meal and hang out time. The Foosball table was used quite a bit! I would have loved a more fully stocked kitchen with baking and cookware, but we had a lovely time in Durham!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

WILLIAM B.

Liked: Cleanliness

2 night stay in Durham

House was everything we were expecting and more - plenty of space, well supplied, very clean and comfortable. We would stay again and recommend to others.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenny F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fun weekend!

Great place for group getaway!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kenny R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful as advertised

The house was just as advertised. This house was very beautiful in a quiet, peaceful neighborhood. The host was very friendly and super responsive with any messages. I would absolutely recommend this house to just about anybody, especially families with multiple members. The house is spacious and accommodating
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alaina S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect for curlers

We stayed here for a competition at Triangle Curling Club. Quick drive to the club. The house was clean and had everything we needed for the weekend getaway
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024