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NEW! Adorable 2BR/1BA | Sunporch | Smart Kitchen

Vacation home near Duke University in Durham

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Fridge, oven, stovetop, dishwasher
2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
TV, offices
TV, offices
TV, offices

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroom900 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Durham, NC
  • Place, Forest Hills Park
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, North Carolina Central University
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Durham Bulls Athletic Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Raleigh, NC (RDU-Raleigh - Durham Intl.)
    ‪19 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Durham

Heart of Durham.Within 2 miles (3 km) of this Durham vacation home, you'll find Forest Hills Park and North Carolina Central University. Institute for the Study of Minority Issues and Lincoln Hospital are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Forest Hills Park - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • North Carolina Central University - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Durham Bulls Athletic Park - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Stanford L. Warren Library - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Pauli Murray Center for History and Social Justice - 4 min drive - 1.5 miles

Getting around

  • Durham Station - 8 min drive
  • Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪delafia - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Panda Express - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Let's Eat Soul Food - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cocoa Cinnamon - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Beer Study - ‬13 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.

NEW! Adorable 2BR/1BA | Sunporch | Smart Kitchen

Be the first to experience this adorable oasis between Downtown Durham & Chapel Hill
> Gorgeous private screened porch
> Kitchen built for entertaining
> 2 spacious Queen bedrooms w/room darkening shades
> Close to Rockwood, Fosters Market, Nana's, Forest Hills Park
> Pet friendly, in unit laundry, free off street parking

We travel a lot - in fact, you're staying here because we're not! Our friend Emily will be your primary contact. She & her team are just down the road if you need anything.

You will have the whole house to yourselves, including the gorgeous screened porch, generous fenced back yard and off-street parking for up to 2 cars.

KITCHEN/DINING
- Modern appliances (try talking to the refrigerator)
- Large island w/breakfast bar
- Cozy breakfast nook with seating for 6
- Local Counter Culture Coffee
- Dishwasher

LIVING ROOM
- Giant TV
- Comfortable seating for up to 8
- Gorgeous touches: decorative fireplace & mantle, unique artwork, paneled walls

BEDROOM 1
- Queen bed
- Blackout shades
- Laptop workspace
- Smart TV
- Generous closet and drawer space

BEDROOM 2
- Queen bed
- Blackout shades
- Generous closet and drawer space

BATHROOM
- Shower & tub
- Double vanity
- Local Fillaree toiletries

LAUNDRY
- HE Washer/Dryer in laundry closet

EXTERIOR
- Front porch w/bistro table overlooking front garden
- Fully screened back porch
- Spacious, fenced backyard

ACCESS
- Single story house requires 3 stairs to the front door.

Location, Location, Location!
- 0.5mi to Forest Hills Park
- 0.7mi to Rockwood Shopping Center: Wine Authorities, Nana's, Q-Shack, Thai Cafe, Beer Study and more!
- 1mi to 15-501 Business: Foster's Market, The Saltbox, Chet Miller, Guglhupf and more!
- 1.5mile to Hwy 147
- 2mi to center of Downtown Durham
- 20min to Research Triangle Park
- 25min to RDU

PARKING
- Free off street parking for up to 2 vehicles in driveway

PLEASE NOTE:
Smoking/Vaping of any substance is not permitted on the property
Pets must be leashed outside per Durham County ordinance
Please see House Rules for complete permissions, restrictions and local laws
Inquire about monthly rate for stays over 30 days

You'll have parking for 2 cars comfortably in the driveway. There is no street parking - and please be cautious backing out of the driveway!
Parkside is an adorable neighborhood between Forest Hills Park and the Rockwood shopping district. It's the best of both worlds - far enough to be peaceful, but close to all the conveniences! You’ll be an easy bike/drive/Uber/Lyft distance to:
Rockwood dining/shopping (0.7-1.0mi: Nuvotaco, Nana's, Thai Cafe, Wine Authorities, Foster's Market, Saltbox Seafood, Guglhupf, Chet Miller, Pennies for Change, and More!)
Brightleaf Square (1.9mi)
Downtown Durham (2.0mi: Durham Performing Arts Center, Toast, Beyu Cafe, Ninth Street Bakery, Vert & Vogue and SO much more!).
Golden Belt Campus (2.5mi: restaurants, art studios)
Duke East Campus (2.3mi)
Cameron Indoor & Wallace Wade Stadiums at Duke University (3.3mi)
Duke University Hospital (3.7mi)
Museum of Life & Science (4.5mi)
UNC Chapel Hill (10mi)

Feeling the need to get outside and move? Duke's East Campus & Sarah P Duke Gardens are lovely, and the Dino Trail at the Museum of Life & Science is always a hit! Forest Hills Park and the entrance to the 26 mile American Tobacco Trail are a half mile away. Check out the Durham Hike and Bike Map online or in your Welcome Basket for a complete guide to Durham’s 80+ trails and parks.

As you plan your travel to, from and around the Triangle, some helpful distances:
RDU Airport is 12.5 miles (about 20 minutes) away
Durham Amtrak, Bus Station and MegaBus pick up are downtown, 2 miles away.
NC-147, with access to I-40, I-85, Hwy 70 & I-885, is just 2 miles away.
It’s easy to get to Raleigh (25mi), Chapel Hill (10mi), or RTP (7mi) with a car, cab or Lyft/Uber.

* There is no smoking or vaping of any products on the property.
* Pets are permitted, and up to 2. There is a fee based on length of stay - please inquire.
* Reservations of over 29 days are subject to additional fees. These are dependent upon length of reservation, and will be discussed when an inquiry or booking is made.
* Monthly rates are available for mid-term stays.
* We use Safely as a third party screener for the safety of all of our guests and neighbors. As part of the reservation you will agree that: "I give permission to the property manager to use a third-party to screen my identity and check criminal databases to confirm my reservation." Complete terms regarding the guest screening can be provided by the property manager. You may receive an email to complete your screening. Please check your spam inbox for this email and contact the property manager if you have any questions.

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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
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center

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

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 900 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
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

Rules

NO FLAMES: Use of anything that involves fire or open flames inside (e.g. candles, incense, etc.) is strictly forbidden.
MAIL: This address may not be used by any guest to establish residency, open accounts, etc. You may receive packages during your stay
LONG TERM STAYS: Reservations longer than 29 nights may incur additional fees. Monthly rates are available for long term stays.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
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 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
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 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. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is NEW! Adorable 2BR/1BA | Sunporch | Smart Kitchen to the airport?

This vacation home is 14.8 mi (22-min drive) away from the Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does NEW! Adorable 2BR/1BA | Sunporch | Smart Kitchen have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does NEW! Adorable 2BR/1BA | Sunporch | Smart Kitchen offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at NEW! Adorable 2BR/1BA | Sunporch | Smart Kitchen?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at NEW! Adorable 2BR/1BA | Sunporch | Smart Kitchen?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at NEW! Adorable 2BR/1BA | Sunporch | Smart Kitchen?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does NEW! Adorable 2BR/1BA | Sunporch | Smart Kitchen have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does NEW! Adorable 2BR/1BA | Sunporch | Smart Kitchen have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is NEW! Adorable 2BR/1BA | Sunporch | Smart Kitchen to downtown Durham?

This vacation home is 1.8 mi away from Durham.

NEW! Adorable 2BR/1BA | Sunporch | Smart Kitchen Reviews

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

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10/10 Excellent

TraMel P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Friendly host and very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025