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RTP | Duke | Durham Convenient & Cozy 3B/2BA Home

Vacation home near Duke University in Durham

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A living room with a flat-screen TV, wooden furniture, a dining table, and a kitchen in the background.
A bedroom with a bed, a ceiling fan, a lamp, and a window with curtains.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a white countertop, a stainless steel sink, a window with a white curtain, and two potted plants with heart-shaped leaves.
A dining area with a wooden table set with placemats, chairs, and a bowl of snacks. A television displaying 'Dutton Ranch' is on a stand in the background.
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61285 sq ft

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Durham, NC
  • Place, Durham Performing Arts Center
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Durham Bulls Athletic Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, North Carolina Central University
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Raleigh, NC (RDU-Raleigh - Durham Intl.)
    ‪18 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Durham

Heart of Durham.Within a 10-minute walk of this Golden Belt Historic District vacation home, you'll find Durham Hosiery Mill and Honey Girl Meadery. Also, The Brothers Vilgalys Spirits is within half a mile (1 km) and Triangle Brewing Company is within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Durham Performing Arts Center - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • American Tobacco Campus - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Durham Bulls Athletic Park - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • North Carolina Central University - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Durham Convention Center - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • Durham Station - 6 min drive
  • Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Missy Lane’s Assembly Room - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Mezcalito Durham - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Bull City Ciderworks Durham - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Ponysaurus Brewing - ‬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.

RTP | Duke | Durham Convenient & Cozy 3B/2BA Home

Your home base for work, play, & extended stays! Convenient location makes Duke, Durham, RTP, Chapel Hill and Raleigh fun and easy.
Welcome to The Durham Bull Pen — a modern comfortable spacious 3 Bed 2 Bath home located in Historic Downtown Durham, steps from the Golden Belt campus and minutes from RTP, Duke, Chapel Hill, and downtown Durham.
Designed with comfort and convenience in mind, this home is perfect for business travelers, relocators, and extended stays. With 1,285 sq ft of space, fast WiFi, smart TVs in every room, and two dedicated work-friendly areas, you’ll have everything you need to balance productivity and relaxation.
🛌 Sleeping Arrangements
Primary Suite: King bed, sitting area, walk-in closet, ensuite bath with tub & shower
Second Bedroom: King bed
Third Bedroom: Queen bed
All rooms include plush bedding + smart TVs
🍳 Home Features
Updated kitchen with quartz counters + full-size appliances
Washer + dryer for long stays
Free parking (driveway + street) + EV charging across the street
Dog-friendly (2 dogs max) with partially fenced yard
Vintage Durham Bulls baseball-inspired décor + retro Pachislo slot machine for downtime fun
📍 Location Highlights
Steps from Golden Belt dining, art galleries, Hi-Wire Brewing & Cugino Forno
5 minutes to DPAC, Durham Bulls Athletic Park, Duke University, and major hospitals
12 minutes to Research Triangle Park (RTP)
Quick drive to American Tobacco Campus, Ponysaurus Brewing, and more
🌟 Perfect For
Professionals on longer work assignments
Families or groups relocating to Durham
Medical rotations or extended hospital stays and recovery
Guests seeking a quiet, comfortable home base close to everything
🤝 Guest Experience
You’ll enjoy the privacy of a full home, with easy self-check-in. We’re nearby and happy to provide recommendations or assistance if needed — but we’ll always respect your privacy.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: No vaping or smoking inside please! Smoke remediat

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall

Things to do

  • Optional golf privileges
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,285 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 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

Guest is required to sign a rental agreement. Minimum age to rent is 21. No Smoking.
No parties allowed. Pet friendly 2 dogs max ($75 per dog).

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Dog friendly, $65 per stay. Maximum 2 dogs.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No vaping or smoking inside please! Smoke remediat

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 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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is RTP | Duke | Durham Convenient & Cozy 3B/2BA Home to the airport?

This vacation home is 14.6 mi (21-min drive) away from the Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does RTP | Duke | Durham Convenient & Cozy 3B/2BA Home have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does RTP | Duke | Durham Convenient & Cozy 3B/2BA Home offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at RTP | Duke | Durham Convenient & Cozy 3B/2BA Home?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at RTP | Duke | Durham Convenient & Cozy 3B/2BA Home?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at RTP | Duke | Durham Convenient & Cozy 3B/2BA Home?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does RTP | Duke | Durham Convenient & Cozy 3B/2BA Home have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does RTP | Duke | Durham Convenient & Cozy 3B/2BA Home have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is RTP | Duke | Durham Convenient & Cozy 3B/2BA Home to downtown Durham?

This vacation home is 0.9 mi away from Durham.

RTP | Duke | Durham Convenient & Cozy 3B/2BA Home Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 18 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Victor V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay! Brad was extremely helpful and very fast to respond. The location is very convenient to the Golden Belt arts area, which I'd highly recommend. And the Hi Wire Brewery is always hopping.
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a great stay at the Bull Pen! Lots of space, comfortable beds, and convenient location. We enjoyed the easy access to local attractions, including a short walk to Hi-Wire Brewing.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home was extremely clean and the living room especially comfy for our family of 5 - all adult size people!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Johanna W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our host was very welcoming and responsive to any questions and concerns. The space was perfect for the amount of people. Good beds and amenities.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great visit to Durham

The place was very comfortable with spacious rooms, comfortable beds, and everything needed to make our stay great. Won’t hesitate to return with the family when in the Durham area.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenn L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great home close to downtown!

Loved our stay, the house setup is perfect. Quite roomy and comfortable. Would definitely stay again on a return trip to Durham! Perfect for our weekend getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

bill s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

Good condition and communication
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Ginny E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Brad was a very responsive and helpful host. The house was perfectly located for our needs and had spaces that made for a very comfortable stay for us and our two dogs. We enjoyed the walkable neighborhood and went to (and recommend) both the ice cream and pizza shops and the pleasant gathering space at the end of the block. We would definitely stay here again when we are visiting nearby family. The house was very clean, decorations and appointments basic and functional.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was awesome and perfect for our needs. You can tell that Brad takes pride in the home. It was clean and thoughtfully equipped. We needed to extend our stay and Brad was very pleasant and easy to work with. We will definitely stay there again.
Stayed 10 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steele P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location in Durhamfive star

Nice size home immaculately clean everything works walking distance to the art gallery with several restaurants and a play area that had tons of kids playing in football and kicking soccer balls around really great time great place. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

scott g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Durham Bullpen Rocks

Perfect stay and location for our family and dogs. House was spotless and just what we needed. Communication with the owner was flawless. House was located right next to event venue. We stayed four nights and have ZERO complaints! Check was a breeze and kitchen was spotless and well equipped. Nice Durham decorations too.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Visit

With family in the Durham area but no one with the space for 3 extra people and a dog - this was the perfect stay - 3 bedrooms and 2 baths and spacious group areas gave us the space we needed to stretch and relax and be comfortable. Pet friendly made the fur baby happy to be able to be with us on vacation - full kitchen and appliances a huge plus and washer and dryer even made one less thing to do when we got home A++ and highly recommended
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Bull Pen, as Brad's place is called, was great for our visit to Durham to celebrate our younger grandchild's graduation from high school. The open floor plan made gathering easy and enjoyable, but we all had the privacy of good-sized bedrooms when we needed it. Check-in was a breeze. Brad's instructions for arrival--even construction areas to avoid on the way in--and his timely responsiveness to all queries were stellar.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Exactly as advertised

Perfect spot for long weekend with family. Clean, comfortable, roomy home for four adults and two GS dogs. Mostly quiet, older neighborhood with several homes undergoing renovations. The revitalized Golden Belt campus is a fun spot at end of the block for food, drink and entertainment (walking distance from the house). We enjoyed Saturday’s International Food Festival in downtown Raleigh. Host Brad was helpful with directions due to current road construction and promptly responded to questions. Highly recommend this wonderful home.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andy G.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025