Located in North Raleigh within a 15-minute walk of Falls Lake Visitor Assistance Center, this vacation home is within a few miles (5 km) of WakeMed North Hospital. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a patio.
Falls Lake Visitor Assistance Center - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
Crabtree Valley Mall - 19 min drive - 12.0 miles
North Carolina State University - 22 min drive - 14.8 miles
Lenovo Center - 24 min drive - 16.3 miles
Duke University - 31 min drive - 28.9 miles
Getting around
Cary Station - 29 min drive
Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) - 27 min drive
Restaurants
Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - 5 min drive
McDonald's - 4 min drive
Bedford Food & Drink - 4 min drive
Fiesta Mexicana North Raleigh - 5 min drive
The Bottom Row - 6 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.
Wagging Willow | Fenced Yard • Dogs Welcome
🌿🐾 WELCOME TO WAGGING WILLOW, YOUR WAKE FOREST HOME AWAY FROM HOME
Settle in and make yourself at home in this comfortable 3-bedroom, 2½-bath Wake Forest retreat, perfectly located for enjoying both Raleigh and Wake Forest — with fantastic greenway access practically around the corner.
With three queen beds, a fenced backyard, large deck, updated kitchen and plenty of thoughtful extras, the home comfortably sleeps up to 6 guests and is a great choice for families, couples, friends, business travelers and guests traveling with their dogs.
🛏️ THREE BEDROOMS • THREE QUEEN BEDS • SLEEPS 6
Head upstairs at the end of the day and everyone gets a comfortable place to recharge.
🛏️ Bedroom 1: Queen bed
🛏️ Bedroom 2: Queen bed
🛏️ Bedroom 3: Queen bed
🛁 Two full bathrooms upstairs
🚻 Convenient powder room downstairs
Fresh linens, towels, extra pillows and blankets are provided so you can pack a little lighter and feel at home from the moment you arrive.
🍳 A KITCHEN THAT'S ACTUALLY READY FOR COOKING
Whether you're making your morning coffee, packing lunch for a day on the greenway or preparing dinner for the family, you'll have a kitchen that's equipped for a real stay — not just a weekend.
✨ Granite countertops
✨ Stainless steel appliances
☕ Dedicated coffee bar & coffee maker
🍳 Pots, pans & cookware
🍽️ Dishes, glasses & utensils
🥤 Blender
🍞 Toaster
🥣 Mixing and food-prep essentials
We've stocked the kitchen with the everyday essentials you'd expect to have at home.
🛋️ COMFORTABLE, UPDATED LIVING
The home's LVP flooring makes the main living spaces attractive, comfortable and easy to enjoy — especially when traveling with children or pets.
There's plenty of room to settle in, unpack and enjoy the house as your own rather than feeling like you're staying in a hotel.
🌳 STEP OUTSIDE & STAY AWHILE
One of our favorite features is the outdoor space.
Step onto the large back deck for your morning coffee or unwind outside after a day exploring the Triangle.
🐾 Fenced backyard
🌳 Large deck
☕ Great spot for morning coffee
🍽️ Room to enjoy meals outdoors
🐕 Space for your dog to stretch their legs
🐾 DOGS ARE FAMILY HERE, TOO
Your four-legged family members are welcome!
The fenced backyard makes traveling with your dog much easier, and we've included some thoughtful pet-friendly touches.
🐕 Fenced backyard
🐾 Doggie towels for wet or muddy paws
🌳 Greenway access just down the road
🚶 Plenty of opportunities for long walks
🚶♀️ GREENWAY LOVERS — THIS LOCATION IS HARD TO BEAT
Bring your walking shoes or bikes!
The Falls of Neuse Trail/greenway access on Fonville Road is only about 3/8 mile from the house, giving you convenient access to miles of beautiful trails for walking, running and biking.
🚶♀️ Approximately 3/8 mile to greenway access
🚴 Fantastic for biking
🏃 Great for runners
🐕 Perfect for long walks with your dog
🌳 Miles of trails to explore
🌊 Falls Lake is right nearby
Whether you want an early-morning walk, a long bike ride or simply some time outdoors, you won't have to go far to find it.
📍 BETWEEN WAKE FOREST & RALEIGH
This location gives you the best of both worlds — a Wake Forest address with convenient access to North Raleigh and I-540.
🌳 Greenway access – about 3/8 mile
🌊 Falls Lake – right nearby
🛍️ Historic Downtown Wake Forest – an easy drive for restaurants, shops & local events
🏙️ Downtown Raleigh – convenient for dining, museums, entertainment & events
🚗 Easy access to I-540 and North Raleigh
Spend the morning exploring the greenway, head into Wake Forest for lunch, enjoy an afternoon or evening in Raleigh, then come home and relax on the deck.
🧺 ALL THE LITTLE THINGS THAT MAKE A HOUSE FEEL LIKE HOME
We've tried to think beyond the basics so you don't have to bring your whole house with you.
You'll find:
🛏️ Fresh bed linens
🛁 Bath towels
🧺 Extra linens & blankets
🐾 Doggie towels
☕ Mr. Coffee maker & coffee bar
🍳 Fully equipped kitchen
🥤 Blender
🍞 Toaster
🍽️ Cookware, dishes & utensils
📶 Wi-Fi
🏡 Comfortable indoor & outdoor living spaces
Our goal is simple: give you the things you need to settle in and actually feel at home.
❤️ YOUR HOME BASE FOR WAKE FOREST & RALEIGH
Whether you're visiting family, coming to the Triangle for work, spending a weekend exploring Raleigh, biking the greenway, enjoying Falls Lake or traveling with your dog, this home gives you a comfortable and convenient place to come back to at the end of the day.
Three queen bedrooms. A fenced yard. A big deck. A fully stocked kitchen. And the greenway practically around the corner.
Come in, unpack and make yourself at home.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and a patio, and there's space to spread out with a dining area. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a fenced private yard.
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No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Deadbolt lock
Fire extinguisher
First aid kit
General
Unit size: 1,366 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
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:
Load and start the dishwasher
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.
Rules
Sign a rental agreement within 48 hours of booking and provide ID
Pets
This property welcomes pets
1 total pets
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 no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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: 4:00 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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
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 fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.
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Frequently asked questions
What can I see within easy reach of this vacation home?
This vacation home is situated in North Raleigh within a short 12-minute walk of Falls Lake Visitor Assistance Center. You'll also find Durant Nature Preserve and Polar Ice House within a short drive.
Is this vacation home associated with 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.
Does this vacation home include breakfast service?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.
Will this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?
Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome 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 18.6 mi away (27 minutes by car).