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Cozy Bull Cottage - Duke, UNC, Modern

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Walk right in to and take a load off in the main floor living room!
Cozy up in our luxury white linens in each bedroom.
This on-suite bathroom is on the first floor with a walk-in glass shower.
Our chef's kitchen is equipped with top notch amenities: a programmable Ninja coffee maker, Fellow electric kettle, a huge 4-slice SMEG toaster, gorgeous Green Pan cookware, and a variety of teas, coffee, flavored creamers, and sweeteners.
Step outside onto the top deck for a scenic view.

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 102537 sq ft

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

Map
Durham, NC
    Sarah P. Duke Gardens
    4 min drive
    Wallace Wade Stadium
    4 min drive
    Cameron Indoor Stadium
    5 min drive
    Raleigh, NC (RDU-Raleigh - Durham Intl.)
    26 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

Bedroom 3

Living room 1

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Dining Area

About this property

Cozy Bull Cottage - Duke, UNC, Modern

Come and make our luxurious cottage your home base in Bull City. You’ll be a quick walk or short ride away from all of the best features our town has to offer. Whether you’re here for a game day, wedding, conference, or just for fun, this spacious yet cozy home is your ideal launchpad for all your Durham adventures.
< 5 min Duke
< 6 min DT
< 15 min UNC



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Prime Location: Only 5 minutes from Duke, 15 minutes from UNC, and 25 minutes to RDU.

We're surrounded by local attractions, excellent dining options, and convenient access to major universities.

As a guest, you can enjoy full access to the entire home, including high-speed wifi, Smart TVs with premium cable and sports packages, two back decks, and a full kitchen. Free parking is available in the driveway for up to two vehicles, and additional street parking is available in front of the house.

KEY FEATURES:
☀ 3 Spacious Bedrooms (3 queens)
☀ Extra Sleeping Space (2 full beds in the basement)
☀ Memory Foam Mattresses and luxury linens across all bedrooms
☀ Dual nightstands in every bedroom
☀ 2.5 Fully Renovated Bathrooms
☀ Outdoor Living Space - Double decks, outdoor seating, and large open backyard
☀ Game Room: Mini Ping Pong and Air Hockey
☀ Full stocked kitchen with stainless steel appliances and a farmhouse sink
☀ Spacious living rooms on main and second floors with Smart TVs (Cable and sports package included)
☀ Walk-out basement with additional living space and Smart TV
☀ 6 person dining table + open concept kitchen / dining / living room
☀ Serene location within City limits. Perfect for your getaway or staycation
☀ In-unit Washer + Dryer
☀ Fast WiFi
☀ Free parking in driveway and on the street

Here Are a Few Kind Words From Our Past Guests:

"The house was very nice. Clearly recently updated with all new furnishings. Good location close to the Duke campus. Great communication from the host." - Brian (April 2024)

"The host was very professional and kind. She communicated rapidly and was very accommodating throughout our stay. The rental unit has plenty of space and the hosts have kept it in immaculate condition. Highly recommend to others considering a stay in the region." - Matthew (April 2024)

"The property was amazing! We were there for my daughter's graduation from Duke and traveling with my elderly parents, my brother, and my college age son. The property was recently renovated and very modern. It had comfortable beds, linens, towels, toiletries, and even high-end coffee machine and tea kettle. There was a washing machine and dryer so we could do some laundry. The host even provided coffee, tea, sugar. It felt like home away from home. It was very relaxing after a busy day of graduation parties! The outdoor deck was furnished and lighted but we didn't get a chance to use it. Would definitely stay again if in town!" - Ashmita (May 2024)

☆☆ LOCAL ATTRACTIONS☆☆
- 5 min - Durham Performing Arts Center
- 5 min - Duke University / Cameron Indoor Stadium
- 6 min - Duke University Hospital
- 6 min - Durham Bulls Athletic Park
-15 min - UNC Chapel Hill

☆☆ GAME ROOM☆☆
When you are ready for some healthy competition, head down to the basement to play ping pong or air hockey! There is also a sitting area with a large sectional and two side chairs. When the chaos of the game room subsides, this is another relaxing area to kick your feet up or read a book! All TVs are equipped with full cable and sports packages for your access. Additional streaming apps are downloaded so please remember to bring your passwords!

☆☆ LIVING SPACES ☆☆
We wanted to be intentional with the layout in the living rooms and common areas - each floor has it's own unique feel. Our main floor living room is the perfect place to cultivate conversation and catch up after a day exploring the city. With an open concept between the living room, kitchen, and dining area, everyone can gather together here. The second floor living room is the perfect spot to escape for some downtime. Stretch out on the gorgeous velvet sofa to watch TV, or grab a seat in the comfy leather chair with your favorite book. The basement & game room is the perfect spot to have some fun in your downtime. Catch the big game on TV, have a cozy movie night, or test out your ping pong skills!

☆☆ BEDROOMS + BATHROOMS ☆☆
Step into Southern Comfort where each bedroom exudes its own unique charm. The main floor hosts an inviting primary bedroom with a queen bed, dual nightstands, a full dresser, and a walk-in closet. The en suite bathroom boasts double vanities and a glass shower and features modern amenities like a hairdryer and complimentary toiletries

Upstairs, two additional cozy bedrooms separated by a shared living space wait to greet you. Each bedroom features its own queen bed, dual nightstands, and spacious closets. One of the bedrooms also includes a desk if you need to knock out some office work. All of our bedrooms are adorned with thoughtful touches like memory foam mattresses, luxury white linens, ample storage, and stylish decor. In addition to the separate living space on this level, there's also a full bathroom with a bathtub/shower combination.

Head down to the basement where you'll find a surprise - two additional beds! One full bed featuring a velvet headboard and adorned by gold sconces is comfy for adults and kids alike. The second full bed is a bunk that's perfect for small children. We've even included hanging space and a spot for your luggage in this area.

☆☆ KITCHEN / DINING ☆☆
The house offers a fully stocked kitchen complete with an oven, stove, microwave, fridge, freezer, dishwasher, sink, toaster, and pantry to store extra food. You will find a variety of Green Pan pots & pans as well as baking dishes and utensils to help with all your cooking needs. A spacious dining table just off of the kitchen lends plenty of room to enjoy a meal together.

☆☆COFFEE/TEA BAR☆☆
Complete with a programmable coffee pot that makes up to 12 cups, an electric kettle, and plenty of mugs for your beverage of choice. We provide coffee grounds, as well as a variety of tea bags, sweetener options, and coffee creamers.

☆☆ OUTSIDE SPACE ☆☆
Our outdoor area is located within a large backyard lined by beautiful trees. There are two decks - one off of the main living area, and one off of the basement. We've included plenty of comfortable seating to enjoy the outdoors, and there's plenty of yard for kids to run around as well!

Additional Notes:
To enhance your protection, this property is equipped with a Ring camera featuring audio capabilities situated at the exterior of the house. The camera will be actively recording the following areas throughout the duration of your reservation:
- Street in front of the house
- Entrance to the property
- Front Lawn
- Parking space
Please be assured that the camera is configured to respect your privacy and does not have visibility into any interior spaces.

We also utilize noise monitors located in common areas to help us prevent our guests from disturbing our neighbors. These devices do not record audio, but will alert us if noise levels are above a certain threshold.

Uber and Lyft are available for anyone not wanting to drive around Durham. Downtown and Duke's campus are under 2 miles away, and we recommend driving rather than walking.

• The driveway can accommodate two cars, and there's plenty of additional free parking on the street directly out front.

• We offer complimentary high-speed WiFi.

• Free washer and dryer available at the house.

Property manager

Rachel
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No pets.
No smoking.
Quiet Hours: 10PM - 8AM.

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

About the area

Durham

Durham is home to this vacation home. Cameron Indoor Stadium and Franklin Street are notable landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Streets at Southpoint Mall and Brier Creek Commons. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Wallace Wade Stadium or Durham Bulls Athletic Park.
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Durham, NC

What's nearby

  • Durham Performing Arts Center - 5 min drive
  • Cameron Indoor Stadium - 5 min drive
  • North Carolina Central University - 6 min drive
  • Duke University Hospital - 6 min drive
  • Duke University - 7 min drive

Getting around

  • Durham Station - 8 min drive
  • Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Biscuitville - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Beer Study/Als - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Guglhupf Bakery & Patisserie - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Grub Durham - ‬3 min drive

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ann H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
One of the best rentals ever!
Everything about this house was fabulous! The house itself is very spacious, and clean. The bedrooms and bathrooms are large and comfortable. Kitchen has everything you need, plus more! And I love the blue color. Communication was stellar! I had requests, and Rachel was immediately on it!! The neighborhood was easily walkable and location was very convenient to everywhere we needed to go. Two thumbs up!!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location near Duke; lovely home!
This home was perfect. My three kids and I were in town for a sports camp at Duke for the weekend. The house was 6 minutes from the campus and gave the four of us a comfortable space to spend a few days. Everything was so clean and new. The three bedrooms were all beautifully decorated and my kids enjoyed time playing air hockey and ping pong. I enjoyed my coffee in the mornings on the back porch. We went for walks and runs around the neighborhood. The home was 10 min from downtown Durham where we ate at some wonderful restaurants (go to Parker and Otis for sandwiches!). Highly recommend and a great spot when visiting Duke.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

riley p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Work trip
Very clean & spacious!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Near Duke hospital complex & transplant center.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place close to Duke!
The host was very professional and kind. She communicated rapidly and was very accommodating throughout our stay. The rental unit has plenty of space and the hosts have kept it in immaculate condition. Highly recommend to others considering a stay in the region.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very Nice
The house was very nice. Clearly recently updated with all new furnishings. Good location close to the Duke campus. Great communication from the host.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

About the host

Hosted by Rachel

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I've lived in North Carolina all my life, and I love hosting guests wanting to experience all our state has to offer! As a frequent traveler myself, I found myself frustrated with the wide range of experiences I had in hotels and homes, so I'm on a mission to provide spaces where guests know exactly what to expect! You can count on my properties to always have comfy mattresses, cozy white linens, and fully stocked kitchens. Cleanliness is a HUGE priority, as well as tons of space to gather and make memories.

Why they chose this property

Durham is such a cool city, and the Triangle has TONS to offer! Baseball, hockey, Duke, UNC, restaurants, art - anything you're interested in, you'll find it here.

What makes this property unique

I spent so much time meticulously crafting this home to be a space for large groups to gather, and I paid close attention to the amenities I found I wanted most when I traveled: comfy beds that sleep like clouds, space to spread out, a clean and homey feel, and a kitchen ready for some serious cooking!

Languages:

English

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They consistently provide great experiences for their guests