Your home is sweet, sunny, and in a quiet neighborhood of older homes and trees. It has an open concept foyer, kitchen and living room. The living / dining room is large, and has stuffed reading chairs which are a little worn but cozy. The bedrooms are super-comfortable and have either pillow top or memory foam beds. Pictures and plants make it more a home than simply a rental.
Your home encompasses the full main floor of the house (1450 square feet), and is fully furnished and outfitted with linens, complete kitchenware/supplies, and cleaning supplies. You have easy access from the 15/501 highway and are seven minutes from Duke Hospital/University, and approx. 20 minutes to University of Chapel Hill (UNC) & its Hospital. You'll have a large yard with seating and a multi-car parking area.
Your living room is spacious and sunny (bay window) with a beautiful view of the woods at the back of the house. It has a comfortable sofa and chairs, and includes a full dining area with an old dark wood expandable dining table.
Your kitchen is fully outfitted and is also very sunny. It includes a second full (less formal) dining area. It faces the front of the house with the large yard giving additional spaciousness to the interior.
The master bedroom has light true oak furniture and includes a private bath with shower. There are two large windows, with an additional one in its bath.
The second bedroom is the next largest, with a pillow top mattress bed, also queen. This room has two large windows, one of which faces east with the back yard and trees.
The third bedroom is small but comfortable with a large east-facing window, the light grey walls, and the all-white furniture all white. There is extra drawer storage under the bed.
The second bathroom has a tub as well as shower (rain shower head). It is in the hallway and shared by the two bedrooms.
In case you need additional sleeping accommodations, there is a full-size self-inflating air mattress with linens. The sofa is comfortable for sleeping. There are extra linens for this also.
Please know that this is an older home with elements that are worn and may need repair. If you prefer one that is newer and more modern/pristine, and more in the heart of activity, this may not serve your needs. If you enjoy older homes with a bit of character :), that have space and yard and trees, and you don’t mind a bit of the age showing through, this might be a great pick.
Your host is in a separate lower (terrace) level apartment with its own entrance, parking and yard - all at the back of the house. The house is on a slope which enables the two separate homes. The only shared area is the laundry on this lower level, where you have your own washer, dryer and supplies. You likely won’t your host unless by request or there is something you need. Please know that we have two dogs who are generally quiet, but one which does bark at times.
A few environmentally positive notes: the house has solar panels, a part-clover & wild flower yard, a pollinator garden, and provides environmentally kind cleaners. As it is on the edge of Duke Forest, it is close to many wonderful trails.
We are happy to answer any questions you may have to help you determine if this is the right space for your stay. Thank you!
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Hi, just please to respect the home and the neighborhood. It's an old home with quiet neighbors.
Please have fun and enjoy. However, only moderate alcohol and partying. None outside. Choose this home because these are natural to you!
Please let me know if your group is more than the number that you booked for. No extra cost unless over 6 people, just a request. Thank you.
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Property # 4373163
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 deadbolt lock
About the neighborhood
Durham
North Garrett Road, a neighborhood in Durham, is home to this vacation home. Franklin Street and Brier Creek Commons are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Durham Performing Arts Center. Waller Family Farm and Mary Lou Williams Center for Black Culture are also worth visiting. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like cycling.
University of North Carolina - 13 min drive - 12.6 km
Research Triangle Park - 14 min drive - 15.0 km
Brier Creek Commons - 23 min drive - 37.1 km
Getting around
Durham Station - 10 min drive
Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) - 24 min drive
Restaurants
Chick-fil-A - 4 min drive
McDonald's - 3 min drive
Starbucks - 4 min drive
Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - 4 min drive
Li Ming's Global Mart - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Lovely, Spacious & Sunny: Sleeps 6 - Near Duke, UNC & Downtown Durham w/ Nature! pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).
How much does it cost to stay at Lovely, Spacious & Sunny: Sleeps 6 - Near Duke, UNC & Downtown Durham w/ Nature!?
As of Jun 27, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lovely, Spacious & Sunny: Sleeps 6 - Near Duke, UNC & Downtown Durham w/ Nature! on Aug 25, 2026 start from $300, 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 Lovely, Spacious & Sunny: Sleeps 6 - Near Duke, UNC & Downtown Durham w/ Nature!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Lovely, Spacious & Sunny: Sleeps 6 - Near Duke, UNC & Downtown Durham w/ Nature!?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Lovely, Spacious & Sunny: Sleeps 6 - Near Duke, UNC & Downtown Durham w/ Nature! located?
Located in North Garrett Road, this vacation home is 2 mi (3.2 km) from Bowlero Durham and 3.1 mi (5 km) from Waller Family Farm. Duke University and Duke University Hospital are also within 6 mi (10 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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The home had everything you could want for a trip. Well stocked kitchen, lots of towels, games, etc. We had a great time. Host was prompt with replies.
Cleanliness, plenty of towels, spacious living room and kitchen, comfy bedrooms.
Jane S.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 10, 2026
Thank you, Jane! You were amazing and I was delighted to host you. Thank you again for your kindness and the care you with this old lady house :), Sadhya
This house was located on a quiet street with many trees nearby. It has easy access to both Durham and Chapel Hill. The kitchen has many great appliances, and includes both a breakfast table there, and a dining table in the spacious living room. The bedrooms were both clean and comfortable, with one of them having its own bathroom, the other having a bathroom close down the hall. The host was caring and delightful, and got back to us by the end of each day if we had questions. We are very grateful we chose to stay here.
The House was very clean and well stocked with everything we needed to make our stay very comfortable and enjoyable. The host was very nice and friendly. It was very easy to get in touch with her when I needed to speak to her. We enjoyed our stay very much and we will be returning.
Very lovely quaint property in a quiet neighborhood. Location was perfect for access to food and other stores. Our host Sadhya was awesome and the best communicator!
Beyond the house being very tidy, clean, and comfortable, the Host made the experience way above expectations. I have already shared this property with others and will definately look to book again.
Sadhya is a great, understanding host who works to hard to make sure the guests are comfortable and happy.The house is lovely, perfect for multiple people, and full of plants, which we loved.Sadhya lives underneath the rental in the bottom story of the duplex, and there is an occupied tiny house in the backyard.
My partner are long distance and attending our first Dreamville fest together. We have never been to North Carolina so we weren’t sure what to expect. We were so excited we found this place within our price range that we could call home for a few days. It was a peaceful get away after being surrounded by loud music and millions of people. The host was really nice and responsive.
I'm an older person! :D, but not at heart. I have been renting rooms, homes for almost 40 years, and have always enjoyed making nice spaces available for people. Professionally I am an analyst, personally I love nature and music and am addicted to audio books.
Why they chose this property
I moved to the Durham area almost 10 years ago as this was the place I wanted to live. It took me a bit to find this home, and I knew it was it when I first looked at it. The house was built in 1960, but the main floor was fully remodeled. It is so close to downtown, but is in this old-fashioned neighborhood - where no house looks like another. It bumps up to a small woods, and being so close to Duke Forest, there are owls and hawks (the screech owl is my favorite).
What makes this property unique
Just that it is an old home in a large yard in a quiet area with tons of sun. It has character, just like people as we get older. :)