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Durham Rare Waterfront Gem: Close to Everything!

Family-friendly stay with in-room kitchens in Durham

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 102743 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Durham, NC
  • Place, Herndon Hills Farm
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Streets at Southpoint Mall
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Duke University
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Airport, Raleigh, NC (RDU-Raleigh - Durham Intl.)
    ‪13 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Durham

On lake.You'll find Streets at Southpoint Mall and Research Triangle Park within 3 miles (5 km) of this vacation home. University of North Carolina is within 9 miles (15 km) and Duke University is within 12 miles (20 km).
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What's nearby

  • Herndon Hills Farm - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Streets at Southpoint Mall - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • University of North Carolina - 10 min drive - 8.4 miles
  • Brier Creek Commons - 11 min drive - 11.5 miles
  • Duke University - 15 min drive - 14.3 miles

Getting around

  • Durham Station - 15 min drive
  • Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Cheesecake Factory - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Maggiano's Little Italy - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Firebirds Wood Fired Grill - ‬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.

Durham Rare Waterfront Gem: Close to Everything!

2,743 Sq Ft | 1.5 Acres | Fish On-Site | Near RTP & Univs | Indoor & Outdoor Games

Experience a hassle-free Durham retreat at this 4-bedroom, 2-full-bath, 2-half-bath vacation rental! Situated on over an acre of land with a pond and endless indoor and outdoor games, this gem is perfect for families. Enjoy easy access to Duke, UNC, NCCU, NC State, RTP, I-40, and the airport! Whether you're feeding ducks, playing foosball, or exploring, book your next getaway today!

-- THE PROPERTY --

SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
- Bedroom 1: 1 king bed
- Bedroom 2: 1 queen bed
- Bedroom 3: 1 queen bed
- Bedroom 4: 4 twin beds
- Additional Sleeping: 1 portable crib

OUTDOOR LIVING
- Fishing pond (no boats allowed, bring your own fishing rod)
- Pond views, multi-level deck, patio furniture, wooded views, open yard
- Gas grill, small charcoal grill, 1.5-acre lot, cornhole, basketball hoop, soccer nets

INDOOR LIVING
- Smart TVs w/ Roku, books, board games
- Dining table & booster seat, foosball table, classic arcade games
- 2 full bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms

KITCHEN
- Stainless steel appliances, bar seating, dishwasher, microwave
- Keurig & drip coffee makers, K-Cups, tea, sugar, powdered creamer
- Double oven, turkey roaster
- Cooking basics, dishware & flatware

GENERAL
- Free Google Fiber WiFi
- Central heating & A/C
- Linens & towels, washer, dryer, iron & board
- Complimentary toiletries, hair dryer
- Keyless entry, child safety gate on stairs

FAQ
- Quiet hours (after 9:00 PM)
- 3 exterior security cameras (facing out)

ACCESSIBILITY
- 2-story home
- 3 steps required to enter
- All bedrooms & full bathrooms on 2nd floor

PARKING
- Driveway (6 vehicles)
- No garage access

ADDT’L ACCOMMODATIONS
- An additional property is available next door with a separate nightly rate. If you would like to reserve both rentals, please inquire for more information prior to booking

-- THE LOCATION --

- 1 mile to Southpoint Mall
- 4 miles to American Tobacco Trail
- 6 miles to North Carolina Central University
- 8 miles to Durham Performing Arts Center
- 8-9 miles to University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill & Duke University
- 16 miles to Falls Lake State Recreation Area
- 10 miles to Raleigh-Durham International Airport

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-- POLICIES --

- This is a strictly non-smoking rental. Please avoid any smoking in or close to the house
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Please observe quiet hours after 9:00 PM, out of respect for the neighbor, who is older
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in

ADDITIONAL SLEEPING:
- The 2-story home requires 3 steps to enter and additional stairs to access all bedrooms and full bathrooms on the 2nd floor
- Fishing is permitted in the pond (though no boats are allowed). Bring your own fishing rod
- Your safety matters. This property features 3 exterior security cameras. Camera 1 is above the garage and faces toward the driveway, camera 2 is a doorbell camera on the front door facing the entryway, front yard, and street, and camera 3 is on the back of the house facing the backyard and pond. The cameras are outward facing and do not look into interior spaces. The cameras record video and sound when activated by motion

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Foosball table
  • Basketball 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

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,743 square feet

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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

  • No pets allowed

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

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Durham Rare Waterfront Gem: Close to Everything! to the airport?

This vacation home is 10.2 mi (14-min drive) away from the Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Durham Rare Waterfront Gem: Close to Everything! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Durham Rare Waterfront Gem: Close to Everything! to the beach?

This vacation home is 16.5 mi (24-min drive) from White Oak Beach and 17.2 mi (28-min drive) from Crosswinds Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Durham Rare Waterfront Gem: Close to Everything! offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Durham Rare Waterfront Gem: Close to Everything!?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Durham Rare Waterfront Gem: Close to Everything!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Durham Rare Waterfront Gem: Close to Everything!?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Durham Rare Waterfront Gem: Close to Everything! have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Durham Rare Waterfront Gem: Close to Everything! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Durham Rare Waterfront Gem: Close to Everything! to downtown Durham?

This vacation home is 7 mi away from Durham.

Durham Rare Waterfront Gem: Close to Everything! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 43 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 43 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 43 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 43 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 43 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tom N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice setup, and well planned for guests
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

KELLY A.

Liked: Cleanliness
This was a lovely home that accommodated our large family. We enjoyed the deck and back yard by the pond! Bedrooms were comfortable with plenty of room for all. Hosts were wonderful and made sure we had everything we needed during our stay. We look forward to staying here again in the future!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location

Our family stayed here for my daughter’s graduation from NCSU. Although it was out of Raleigh a bit, it was very close to the interstate and close to great dining and shopping while still feeling like you were on n a rural area. The lake was so relaxing! The house is on the older side, but there is plenty of space and the kitchen was a nice size. The back deck is large and shaded. Overall a nice property for family.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Irene D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Stay!

We had a lovely time here. House is great for a family and well supplied. We loved the large back deck and pond! We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandy S., Nashville TN

Liked: Cleanliness

A relaxing, lovely stay

I stayed here with six long term friends for a Duke reunion. We loved the beautiful setting - very peaceful. There was room for all of us to sleep and all of our cars. We cooked dinner there one night - the kitchen is well stocked. We watched basketball games and spent lots of time out on the deck. The layout is a bit quirky, but it worked for us. Sue was a great, flexible host and communicated so well. We even talked about coming back to this house in five years for our next reunion!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandi W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful property, lots of space!

Very organized and well stocked! Gorgeous property on a lake. Everything is organized and labeled. Dishes and materials are so well stocked! Toiletries provided. Kind property owners. Great communication.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

David S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very Nice

This was our second time staying at the property while we visited family in the area. My kids enjoyed the large backyard and various toys. We definitely enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne H., Saint Louis

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely house

House was lovely & spacious. Host was gracious. House next door was rented by my sister. Plenty of room for family to gather
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather O., Rocky Mount, NC

Liked: Cleanliness

Quiet, Comfortable Property, Great Space.

Comfortable beds, well appointed kitchen, lots of space and cozy/comfortable living areas. Great communication from host.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful and great location!

The property was beautiful and in a great location! The house was clean and well stocked. The owners were extremely sweet and went above and beyond.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Wedding

Our youngest son was getting married, and although most of the out of town guests were staying in a hotel, we wanted a place that could accommodate ourselves, my parents and our other son, daughter in law and grandson, and possibly our 19 YO granddaughter and her BF. This location served our needs very nicely, and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay. It was centrally located and was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kate Q.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful place with plenty of room

We had a wonderful stay for a small reunion of friends. The house is just as described, two comfortable sitting areas and a large deck and yard with seating too. Everything you would need in the kitchen and entire home was clean. Extra touches were appreciated - charging blocks by every bed and in the main areas too. Communication was easy and hosts were responsive. The house is on a peaceful street but close to everything - shops and restaurants. Easy drive to Durham.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wedding destination

The property is gorgeous with a pond stocked with fish. Our boys enjoyed catching and releasing small bass and sunnies. The home is immaculate, beautiful, and stocked with every imaginable thing you would need to make your stay enjoyable and worry-free. The rooms are spacious and allowed our group of 10 to spread out and do whatever we wanted to do. I highly recommend a stay at this property. You'll really enjoy it's many "perks".
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph B., Souderton PA

Liked: Cleanliness

Great home and great location

Great location between Duke, UNC and NC State. Plenty of options for shopping and dining in the area as well. The house had everything we needed and was in a beautiful spot with lakefront access.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Parthu J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location

Overall the property was great making the stay enjoyable!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gary G., Charlotte, NC

Liked: Cleanliness

Large Home with Lots of Gathering Spaces on Wooded Lot

Our large multi-generational family celebrated the Christmas and New Year’s holidays at this large, comfortable house. The kitchen was spacious and very well stocked, with labeled drawers and cabinets facilitating our many cooks and assistants. The front living room - with a light and simply decorated Christmas tree - and back den provided multiple gathering places. The multi-level deck outdoors had two tables with seating for at least fifteen. The hosts were very responsive by test and phone. An all around wonderful experience.
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elaine C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful Durham retreat

This was an outstanding property, especially for the very reasonable price. The house was large and well equipped and the setting was lovely. Our group was small, but it would be a great house for a larger family reunion.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rose C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful Getaway

We loved the setting of the property! There was lots of outdoor space that was much enjoyed and well furnished. The kitchen was also well supplied. There were seven of us staying and we had plenty of room to spread out.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect getaway close to everything

15 easy minutes from UNC Chapel Hill and from downtown Durham. Clean, comfortable, well stocked and in a beautiful setting. Everything worked as it should. Lots of food and shopping options 5-10 min away. Helpful and responsive host.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dina W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great House and Location

We stayed in August for 5 nights while visiting family. The house was clean and very spacious and included many amenities such as; toiletries, kitchen supplies, games, cleaning supplies, and other small things. We cooked out and enjoyed the grill, deck and overall yard. The property is in a good location, 20 minutes to downtown Cary and Durham. Five minutes from South Point mall and minutes away from Harris Teeters market, ABC liquor store and Total wine. Definitely would stay here again .
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

John A.

Liked: Cleanliness

2023 Annually Family Celebration

The property is in a great location. Very clean and well kept. I would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jackie P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful getaway

This was the perfect little getaway for our work trip. The house is great and the owners are too! So nice of them to check in and make sure we had everything we needed. Will definitely stay here again if in the Durham area:)
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elise L., Los Angeles

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent host

We were fortunate to find this place. The house is on a spacious property with many bedrooms and bathrooms. This would be a fantastic place for a fun family retreat. Our host Susan was incredibly attentive to our needs and quick to respond to our questions. Lovely wooded areas are on either side and I was surprised to see deer in the front yard one evening! Overall, a wonderful stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Chad K.

We'll represented

Nice house great place to host if needed, great location
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Caroline C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice

Great
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022