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The Cary Retreat • Luxury Cottage in the Heart of Downtown Cary

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A kitchen with white cabinetry, a stainless steel refrigerator, and two ovens.
A bedroom with a bed, two bedside lamps, a nightstand, a chair, a window with blinds, and wall art.
A house with a garage door, an American flag, and a mailbox.
A living room with a television, two wicker chairs with blue cushions, a blue sofa, and a patterned rug.
A barbecue grill covered with a black cloth, surrounded by greenery and a stone pathway.

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1 bedroom2 bathrooms900 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Cary, NC
  • Place, Cary Arts Center
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Bond Brothers Beer Company
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Lenovo Center
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Raleigh, NC (RDU-Raleigh - Durham Intl.)
    ‪16 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Cary

Located in Downtown Cary, this cottage is adjacent to Cary Arts Center and a short stroll from Bond Brothers Beer Company. The cottage includes a kitchen, a patio, and a refrigerator.

What's nearby

  • Cary Arts Center - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Bond Brothers Beer Company - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • North Carolina State University - 7 min drive - 5.4 miles
  • Lenovo Center - 8 min drive - 6.0 miles
  • USA Baseball National Training Complex - 13 min drive - 8.5 miles

Getting around

  • Cary Station - 8 min walk
  • Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Caribou Coffee - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Vicious Fishes Brewery - Cary - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Tiki Brewing - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪The Williams House: Coffee & Tap - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Buffaloe Lanes Cary Bowling Center - ‬19 min walk

About this property

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

The Cary Retreat • Luxury Cottage in the Heart of Downtown Cary

Welcome to The Cary Retreat, a beautifully appointed luxury one-bedroom guest cottage offering the perfect combination of privacy, comfort, and an unbeatable location in the heart of downtown Cary.
Professionally hosted by experienced Superhosts, we're committed to providing exceptional hospitality, outstanding communication, and a genuine five-star guest experience. We take pride in offering exceptionally clean accommodations, thoughtful amenities, and meticulous attention to detail so you can relax and enjoy your stay with complete confidence.
Unlike many vacation rentals, The Cary Retreat is a completely private guest cottage with no shared living spaces. You'll have exclusive use of the entire home, your own private outdoor living areas, and three dedicated off-street parking spaces.
Located in a quiet residential neighborhood, you're just one block (about a five-minute walk) from the award-winning Downtown Cary Park, as well as the Cary Arts Center, locally owned restaurants, breweries, coffee shops, boutiques, entertainment venues, and seasonal festivals. Once you arrive, you can park your car and experience the best of downtown Cary on foot.
Relax in Comfort
Designed on a single level (with only four steps leading to the covered front porch), The Cary Retreat is ideal for couples, business travelers, extended stays, and anyone looking for a peaceful home away from home.
The welcoming living room is the perfect place to unwind after a day of sightseeing or business. Enjoy the 65-inch Smart TV with complimentary Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, and YouTube TV, offering endless entertainment for relaxing evenings.
The spacious bedroom features a luxurious king-size bed, premium linens, a ceiling fan, a large walk-in closet, and a dedicated workspace with both high-speed Wi-Fi and wired Ethernet, making remote work as comfortable as it is reliable.
The spa-inspired bathroom includes a double vanity, an oversized walk-in shower with a built-in seat and handheld shower wand, plush towels, and generous counter space.
A Kitchen You'll Love
Whether you're preparing a quick breakfast or a full dinner, you'll appreciate the thoughtfully equipped gourmet kitchen featuring:
• Induction cooktop
• Full-size GE electric convection oven
• GE Advantium microwave/convection oven
• Powerful vented range hood
• Keurig and traditional drip coffee makers
• Toaster
• Quality cookware, bakeware, dinnerware, utensils, and serving pieces
• Basic spices, cooking essentials, and kitchen towels
Everything you need is ready for you.
Perfect for Extended Stays
Guests staying several days—or even several weeks—will appreciate the dedicated laundry and pantry area, complete with:
• Large-capacity washer
• Professional dryer with steam features
• Second full-size refrigerator with ice maker
• Spacious pantry for groceries and extra storage
Enjoy the Outdoors
One of The Cary Retreat's favorite features is its private outdoor living space.
Start your morning with coffee on the covered front porch in the two-person glider, or relax on the private patio featuring gliding rocking chairs, a dining table for four with umbrella, a shade awning, and a Weber gas grill. It's the perfect setting for outdoor meals, quiet evenings, or simply enjoying North Carolina's beautiful weather.
Explore the Triangle
Our central location makes it easy to enjoy everything the area has to offer.
Nearby destinations include:
• 5-minute walk to Downtown Cary Park
• Walk to restaurants, breweries, coffee shops, shopping, and the Cary Arts Center
• 9 minutes to Fenton
• 9 minutes to WakeMed Soccer Park
• 13 minutes to Lenovo Center
• 13 minutes to PNC Arena
• 15 minutes to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
• 20 minutes to downtown Raleigh
• 20 minutes to NC State University
• 27 minutes to Research Triangle Park (RTP)
Whether you're attending a concert, cheering on the Carolina Hurricanes, visiting family, touring local universities, or traveling for business, you'll be conveniently located.
Why Guests Choose The Cary Retreat
• Completely private guest cottage
• Professionally hosted by experienced Superhosts
• Luxury king-size bedroom
• Gourmet, fully equipped kitchen
• 65-inch Smart TV with Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, and YouTube TV
• Dedicated workspace with Wi-Fi and wired Ethernet Internet
• Spa-style bathroom with walk-in shower
• Full laundry room
• Second refrigerator with ice maker
• Private patio with Weber gas grill
• Covered front porch with rocking glider
• Two private off-street parking spaces
• Walk to Downtown Cary Park, restaurants, shopping, breweries, and entertainment
Whether you're sipping coffee on the front porch, exploring Downtown Cary Park, enjoying dinner on the private patio, or relaxing after a day of work or adventure, The Cary Retreat is more than just a place to stay—it's a place to unwind, reconnect, and experience the very best of downtown Cary.
We look forward to welcoming you and helping make your visit to Cary comfortable, memorable, and truly exceptional.
The cottage is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 1.5 bathrooms, and a patio, and there's space to spread out with a separate bedroom. 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.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue 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.
  • 1"on-site accessible parking spaces 1", on-site accessible parking spaces
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 900 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

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.

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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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: 18

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 and a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do within easy reach of this cottage?

This cottage is situated in Downtown Cary, just steps from Cary Arts Center. You'll also find Lenovo Center and WakeMed Soccer Park within a short drive.

Is there parking available at The Cary Retreat • Luxury Cottage in the Heart of Downtown Cary?

No, this cottage doesn't offer parking.

Is this cottage next to a casino?

No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this cottage?

No, there is no indoor pool at this cottage.

Are there hot tubs at The Cary Retreat • Luxury Cottage in the Heart of Downtown Cary?

No, this cottage doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this cottage include breakfast service?

No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this cottage allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this cottage.

Are there connecting rooms at The Cary Retreat • Luxury Cottage in the Heart of Downtown Cary?

No, this cottage doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to this cottage?

The closest major airport to this cottage is Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU), which is 11.1 mi away (20 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at The Cary Retreat • Luxury Cottage in the Heart of Downtown Cary?

No, you won't find cottage with balconies at The Cary Retreat • Luxury Cottage in the Heart of Downtown Cary.

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