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Lovely Writer's Retreat and Garden Sanctuary

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Reviews

6.8 out of 10

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61200 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Chapel Hill, NC
  • University of North Carolina
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Franklin Street
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • UNC Medical Center
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Raleigh, NC (RDU-Raleigh - Durham Intl.)
    ‪24 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Chapel Hill

In Chapel Hill .You'll find University Mall and University of North Carolina within 3 miles (5 km) of this vacation home. Horace Williams House and Franklin Street are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • University of North Carolina - 5 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Franklin Street - 6 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Kenan Stadium - 9 min drive - 3.9 miles
  • UNC Medical Center - 9 min drive - 4.0 miles
  • Duke University - 16 min drive - 9.6 miles

Getting around

  • Durham Station - 17 min drive
  • Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wegmans Meals 2GO - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪COOK OUT-NC - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Bartaco - ‬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.

Lovely Writer's Retreat and Garden Sanctuary

Enjoy the peace and tranquility of this meditative garden sanctuary. Poised on the crest of a hill on a beautiful corner lot in a classic Chapel Hill neighborhood, this well-appointed 3-Bedroom house has everything you need for a fun, family getaway or a relaxing retreat. It's conveniently located near E. Franklin St, UNC Hospital, Kenan Stadium, Dean Dome, and minutes from Whole Foods and various restaurants and bars. Complete with Ping Pong, cornhole, charcoal grill, fire pit, 65" and more!

Private yet convenient, this classic Chapel Hill neighborhood has beautiful homes and gardens, and quiet streets for a stroll. But in literally 2 minutes you can drive to Whole Foods (a 10-15 min walk). Trader Joe's and Harris Teeter are also right around the corner, along with tons of restaurants, bars, and shopping. And if you want to head to campus or Franklin street, it's only a 10-minute drive.

Please park outside the gate and close all gates behind you.

*VERY IMPORTANT*
All gates must be left closed at all times! The DEER are out of control in this neighborhood and they WILL come inside and eat all the vegetation if the gates are not shut securely! Thank you for your help in keeping the garden looking gorgeous!
No parties. The maximum number of people on the property is 6, so if you have 6 people staying the night you cannot have any additional guests over for a visit. It's a quiet and tranquil sort of place. Thanks for understanding.

When checking out, it is SUPER HELPFUL to run the first (maybe only) load of laundry and start the dishwasher before leaving. Don't worry about transferring anything into the dryer; the housekeeper can handle that after your departure. Thank you!

Property manager

Daniel

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Water dispenser

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Printer

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.
  • 2 steps to reach entrance
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Single level property
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Table tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Garden
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 1,200 square feet
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
Long-term renters welcome
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Lovely Writer's Retreat and Garden Sanctuary to the airport?

This vacation home is 19.3 mi (26-min drive) away from the Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Lovely Writer's Retreat and Garden Sanctuary have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Lovely Writer's Retreat and Garden Sanctuary offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Lovely Writer's Retreat and Garden Sanctuary?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Lovely Writer's Retreat and Garden Sanctuary?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Lovely Writer's Retreat and Garden Sanctuary?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Lovely Writer's Retreat and Garden Sanctuary have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Lovely Writer's Retreat and Garden Sanctuary have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Lovely Writer's Retreat and Garden Sanctuary to downtown Chapel Hill?

This vacation home is 2.4 mi away from Chapel Hill.

Lovely Writer's Retreat and Garden Sanctuary Reviews

Reviews

6.8
Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 5 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 5 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 5 reviews

6.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Susan G.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Linda D.

Election Night Getaway

Lack of instructions on how to operate tv and viewing optionsLighting in the living room was very dim and less than you’d expect in a room that sizeOverall property was too dark, so outdated it was depressing, and dampNot sure we would have rented it had we viewed the property in person beforehandPositives location, price, well stocked kitchen.Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Long weekend

Rented this property for myself and my two kids while visiting family in town. House was well stocked with kitchen items and necessities. Garden area pretty but not well represented in photos. I had to message host for arrival and departure instructions but he responded promptly.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Carla W.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Deceptive Listing - I wish it was better

It's old, and not updated. The lighting is dim because they have not updated the electrical. Lots of extension cords and still the little cheap lamps don't give. The place smells of mold. The appliances are dated, no garbage disposal. Also, there is no hot tub but it was listed on the property details. When I asked the contact person about it, he denied it was part of the property amenities; then he removed the hot tub from the listing, demanding that I "prove" it was there. Then, vver the course of the chat session, he finally said it was an imported listing. I'm working with VRBO to resolve and see about some kind of refund. You have to park outside "the gate," and that makes it a distance to go in and out of the house with bags and such. Beds are old, only queen sizes. There are 1.5 baths, and the 1 shower over the 1 bathtub had some kind of makeshift extender hose. In the main living area, there's a chair that's labeled "art don't sit," and the dining table in the kitchen is a built in. It was likely a nice house at one point, it could be nice now if they put some bit of money in it to upgrade it, but I won't book it again. I was hoping it would be a place I could return to when I come to the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deidre B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect!

We were in Chapel Hill for a family wedding and we're so pleased with our stay at this lovely home set in a beautiful garden. The home is fully equipped, nicely furnished and so convenient to everything. The host was a pleasure to work with and very responsive. We often rent VRBO and this was among our most favorite stays! Five stars!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024