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Charming 4BR Historic Home near Downtown & Duke, Spacious & Stylish

Vacation home with kitchen, 9-minute walk to Duke University

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Living area
Living room #1

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 102800 sq ft

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Durham, NC
  • Place, Duke University
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Durham Bulls Athletic Park
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Durham Performing Arts Center
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Raleigh, NC (RDU-Raleigh - Durham Intl.)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Downstairs Bath

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Master bedroom bath

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Charming 4BR Historic Home near Downtown & Duke, Spacious & Stylish

Discover historic charm and modern comfort at our spacious 4-bedroom, 3-bath retreat. Nestled near Downtown and Duke University, this 1930s gem offers a unique blend of 'old Durham' character and contemporary amenities.

Relish morning serenity on the expansive front porch or opt for coziness on the back porch. With 4 generously sized bedrooms and 2 spacious living rooms, there's abundant space to unwind. The vintage allure of this home adds a touch of timeless elegance to your stay.

Ideal for both business travelers seeking ample accommodations and families exploring the area, our home boasts 4 bedrooms, including a convenient downstairs option, ensuring everyone's comfort. Gather in the dining room for shared meals and create lasting memories in the inviting living spaces.

Moreover, The Cookery wedding venue is merely a 2-minute stroll away, making it an excellent choice for wedding attendees. Say goodbye to booking multiple rooms – our residence provides ample space for all, eliminating the need for fragmented arrangements.

Experience the best of Durham's history and contemporary convenience in one remarkable stay. Book now and relish a truly memorable visit!
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:30 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
Outside events must end by 10pm
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 50 lbs per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
If you have a pet please pick up after them in the yard.

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
Note from host: Outside events must end by 10pm
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether 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
Property # 2556373

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

About the neighborhood

Durham

Located in Durham, this vacation home is in the city center. Pauli Murray Center for History and Social Justice and American Tobacco Campus are local landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Brightleaf Square and Northgate Mall. Sarah P. Duke Gardens and Museum of Life and Science are also worth visiting.
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Durham, NC

What's nearby

  • Duke University - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Durham Bulls Athletic Park - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Durham Convention Center - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Carolina Theatre - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Durham Performing Arts Center - 17 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Durham Station - 13 min walk
  • Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Grub Durham - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Can Opener - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Ramblers - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Emmy Squared - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Federal - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming 4BR Historic Home near Downtown & Duke, Spacious & Stylish pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Charming 4BR Historic Home near Downtown & Duke, Spacious & Stylish?

As of Dec 25, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Charming 4BR Historic Home near Downtown & Duke, Spacious & Stylish on Dec 31, 2025 start from $418.77, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Charming 4BR Historic Home near Downtown & Duke, Spacious & Stylish?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming 4BR Historic Home near Downtown & Duke, Spacious & Stylish?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming 4BR Historic Home near Downtown & Duke, Spacious & Stylish located?

Located in the heart of Durham, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Pauli Murray Center for History and Social Justice and Duke University. Brightleaf Square and Carolina Theatre are also within 15 minutes. Durham Station is 13 minutes by foot.

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 9 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joel F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a good safe time
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

William G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Smelled musty when we arrived, appears in past to have water damage in ceiling areas. All 4 of us became sick and concerned it could be mold related although no obvious sign of mold. We checked out 1 day early and went to hotel.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott L.

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

Great house, great location

Stunning property ideal for visit from adult members of our extended family. Ample parking on site, rare for close-to-downtown Durham. Great.large, Southern-style front porch. Large bedrooms in beautiful 2-story. Would definitely rent again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Billy R.

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

Great spot!

This is an INCREDIBLY spacious property that's comfortable for groups of friends in need of both good common space and more private spots to sleep in. The host was incredibly communicative and helpful! The location is also in close enough proximity to all bus stops needed to get to Duke campus, which is what we were attending for.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane D.

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

Great Place to Stay in Durham

This classic old house was perfect for our group of friends who came to town to see a musical show on the Duke campus. Convenient location and comfortable accommodations. Loved sitting on the big front porch chatting away. The host was very responsive to questions about the house and the area. Good to know that 3 bedrooms are upstairs, 1 down, to ensure access. If only the walls could talk this place would tell some stories!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Sarah S.

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

Small family 60 th Birthday

It was a wonderful experience. The house is and older house . I see that it’s got partial. I enjoyed the space . The shopping location are convenient . I’d stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

green k., Ft Myers

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

Exactly what you see is what you get

The pictures are completely accurate. 4 large bedrooms and 3 large bathrooms. 2 living rooms allow for the kids to watch TV in one space and the adults to relax and talk in the other. The front porch is terrific. The house is older. There are touches that could be updated (kitchen floor is wonky and there are ceiling tiles that need to be looked at upstairs but this is an older house. Neighbors were nice and friendly. There was coffee and fixings when we checked in as well as paper towels and toilet paper which many places lack. You could walk to the market and downtown was so close. All in all, we are glad we chose it. It was clean, charming and as the kids has plenty of room to run, we knew it was the right place. We brought our own baby gates to keep the little ones away from the stairs and this might be something to add on the host side. Thanks again for everything
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Linda B.

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

Nice place near Duke for wheelchair user

We had two of our adult children and their significant others and our grandson in our party. We had found this listing because it included wheelchair accessible as a feature. We had our own ramps to get in at the back door. We used a 6’ ramp to get onto the porch and a 3’ ramp to get into the door of the kitchen. There were thresholds at each doorway on the first floor and my wife had no issues moving her power wheelchair over them. The bedrooms had plenty of room and having 3 bathrooms made getting ready easy. The location was great for convenience to the interstates and the neighborhood itself. There is a bagel shop around the corner that we used for breakfast on two mornings. Two blocks past that is the Durham Co-op Grocery which was handy for picking up some food to make dinner a couple of the nights. It is an old house, so it has character like uneven floors. However, they have done a nice job fixing up the interior and it is a nice place to stay.The listing provides a warning about the driveway being steep. The gutter dips at the entrance to the drive which makes the approach steep. You can avoid bottoming out if you take it slow and have reasonable clearance under your car.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

About the host

Hosted by Lamonte

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I'm a married father of two who's passion is family and friends. We designed our place to feel like home.

Why they chose this property

Cared for with love over the years. This house has been in the family since the 1970s. Its not just an investment. We take good care of it and constantly improve it as it will always be in our family.

What makes this property unique

This is a very large home and perfect for large family stays. It feels like a home away from home. That was the goal. You cant get this buying 2 or 3 hotels rooms. Your family is split up and not enjoying each other. Stay with us and have your entire family and extended family under one roof.

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