Southwest Raleigh stay.Your stay at this Southwest Raleigh vacation home places you within 2 miles (3 km) of North Carolina State University and Lake Johnson. J.C. Raulston Arboretum and James B. Hunt Jr. Library are also within 2 miles (3 km).
North Carolina State University - 2 min drive - 1.5 miles
McKimmon Center - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
Lenovo Center - 5 min drive - 4.4 miles
Getting around
Cary Station - 11 min drive
Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) - 16 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 3 min drive
Cook Out - 20 min walk
Taco Bell - 3 min drive
Circle K - 19 min walk
Circle K - 10 min walk
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Fenced In|Pet Friendly|Outdoor Oasis|NC State
Summary: The "Merrie Willow Home" is a hidden gem. The backyard is your own private oasis, full of shade, greenery and open air to relax and soak in nature's beauty. The home is eclectic and boldly decorated by a video gamer designer and board game enthusiast. Home is truly a board game lover's paradise with more than 50 board games available for our guests. We do allow dogs with a 2 dog maximum and a pet fee.
The Space: The home features an open living space on the main level with a large screened in porch off of the kitchen. Upstairs are two bedrooms with queen sized beds and a full bathroom. Downstairs has two more bedrooms as well as another bathroom. One bedroom has a twin bed and the other with a pull out couch. Downstairs bedroom with twin bed also shares the laundry space.
Getting Around: We are 4 minutes to NC State's campus. A very walkable location with sidewalks, frisbee golf course and parks surrounding.
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)
General
Garden
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21
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
Pets
Pets are welcome
Service animals are exempt from fees
Note from host: Charge may apply
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
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
This property accepts cash
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
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts cash. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in each accommodation.
Property is also known as
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Frequently asked questions
How close is Fenced In|Pet Friendly|Outdoor Oasis|NC State to the airport?
This vacation home is 11.3 mi (16-min drive) away from the Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does Fenced In|Pet Friendly|Outdoor Oasis|NC State have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.
Does Fenced In|Pet Friendly|Outdoor Oasis|NC State offer free breakfast?
This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at Fenced In|Pet Friendly|Outdoor Oasis|NC State?
No, there is no casino at this vacation home.
What time is check-in at Fenced In|Pet Friendly|Outdoor Oasis|NC State?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
Is there free parking at Fenced In|Pet Friendly|Outdoor Oasis|NC State?
Free parking is not available at this vacation home.
Does Fenced In|Pet Friendly|Outdoor Oasis|NC State have a pool?
This vacation home does not have a pool.
Does Fenced In|Pet Friendly|Outdoor Oasis|NC State have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this vacation home.
How close is Fenced In|Pet Friendly|Outdoor Oasis|NC State to downtown Raleigh?
This vacation home is 3.3 mi away from Raleigh.
Fenced In|Pet Friendly|Outdoor Oasis|NC State Reviews
Reviews
8.0
Very Good
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Cleanliness
Reviews
8/10 Good
Karen G.
Dec 26, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
The best part was the location to everything - downtown Raleigh, Cary, and Village District.
Karen G.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
6/10 Okay
Kevin H.
Aug 2, 2025
The property just was not the way it was presented in the listing. The screened in porch has several ripped screens. The firepit was so small it was a joke. The house smelt musty and was dusty. There was a leaky toilet and cindensation drips in one bathroom. The kithen table chairs were very unstable and dangerous to sit on. The place did have potential to be charming but definitely not worth the price they are charging.
Kevin H.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Juliet M.
Jul 14, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Convenient location. Quiet neighborhood. Brand new bedding, towels, couch and appliances. Nice new smart TV. Could use a keurig and a few more bath towels. Also, ice machine in fridge is broken.