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Pearl Mill Flats ( Formerly Duke Tower ) unit 141

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A rectangular swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by a concrete deck. In the background, there is a brick building with a tower.
A storage area with shelves holding folded towels, cleaning supplies, and a bottle of hand sanitizer.
A brick building with a tower, a staircase leading up to a door, and a chair outside.
A living room with two sofas, a coffee table, a TV on a wooden stand, and a patterned rug.
A compact kitchen with a microwave, sink, and wooden countertop. There is a chair in the adjacent living area.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Outdoor pool
    The outdoor pool is a refreshing retreat under the open sky - a rare gem in this area.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Duke University
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Outdoor pool
  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Durham, NC

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Pearl Mill Flats ( Formerly Duke Tower ) unit 141

The Old Historical Duke Tower has been renamed but the Tower and chimney remain from 1868.The Unit is on the south side of a wonderful courtyard garden and you are 2 blocks north of main st and 3 long blocks from Duke University East Campus.

1 king bedroom unit in the Duke Tower condotel complex in downtown Durham with large courtyard and garden that features giant chess game & shuffleboard !
Access to a large pool.
All utilities included with Wifi and Internet access..Coin operated laundryroom is at one end of complex .
ACCESS INSTRUCTIONS : When you arrive at gate entrance, you will see an intercom .
A) Press 141 to contact host for him to unlock gate remotely.
B) Go across courtyard, past pool toward Old Mill Tower and find unit 141. Once you have reserved unit, a lockbox code wll be made available.
C) Enter unit to find keys and a parking clicker on kitchen bar. clicker allows you to bring your vehicle to parking gate at the extreme left of our building and enter lot behind complex.
D) A fob is also attached and gets you inside Pearl Mill Flats and the laundry room located all the way to the right of unit pass pool, turn right, before last door on left.
Please call me directly on cell if you encounter any problem.
Luca
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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
There is a pet fee of $ 75
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1125405vb
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Durham

Located in Downtown Durham, a neighbourhood in Durham, this apartment is next to a golf course and on a river. Fullsteam Brewery and The Brothers Vilgalys Spirits are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Durham Performing Arts Center and Sarah P. Duke Gardens. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Durham Bulls Athletic Park or Pauli Murray Center for History and Social Justice. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby swimming, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails, horse riding and cycling.
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Durham, NC

What's nearby

  • Brightleaf Square - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Duke University - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Durham Convention Center - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Carolina Theatre - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Durham Performing Arts Center - 19 min walk - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Durham Station - 16 min walk
  • Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Federal - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪The Glass Jug Beer Lab - Downtown Durham - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Tataco - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Surf Club - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Boxcar Bar + Arcade - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Pearl Mill Flats ( Formerly Duke Tower ) unit 141 have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Pearl Mill Flats ( Formerly Duke Tower ) unit 141 pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Pearl Mill Flats ( Formerly Duke Tower ) unit 141?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Pearl Mill Flats ( Formerly Duke Tower ) unit 141?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pearl Mill Flats ( Formerly Duke Tower ) unit 141?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Pearl Mill Flats ( Formerly Duke Tower ) unit 141 located?

Located in Downtown Durham, this golf apartment building is within a 15-minute walk of Fullsteam Brewery and Duke University. Brightleaf Square and Durham Convention Center are also within 15 minutes. Durham Station is 16 minutes by foot.

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bill B.

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

Good base of operations

Visiting family locally. Needed a base of operations.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Gloria Ann E.

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

Great location; so MUCH room for improvement!!

Miscommunication from owner about check in time led to late arrival, tired travelers, frustration getting in. No top sheet on bed; found one in bathroom closet, but bottom sheet wouldn't stack tucked in. Cheap sheets, thin, discolored, clearly past their prime.; bought sheets and set of towels. Clean but stained mismatched towels. Tub drains slowly, so stand in water while showering. None of the customary shampoo. toiletries, no starting packet of coffee. Grouting stained, damage & holes in bedroom door; old thin stick-on 'tile' in closet (and on floors), dirty carpet in bedroom, mismatched lamp shades, nude male artwork in living room. Whole apartment would benefit from new blinds in living room with drapes; add blinds to bedroom, replace low ceiling in kitchen, replace old metal closet doors, interior doors, replace moldings, repaint, granite on counters would be really nice, add hand towel holder in bath. repair poorly draining tub. This really could be a nice place, if the owner put a modest amount of money and effort into improving it. For now? 2 stars in generous.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Apr 2024
We have learned a lot from our guests these last ten + years in three different cities ( New York , Durham NC and now Wilmington NC ) and have used their input to improve the short term rentals we still own and live in continuously. Across 3 platforms , we have received many 5 star reviews. Most feedback in this corner of the hospitality sector tends to be about expectations fulfilled or dashed : We could tell, Gloria , way before your 2 star review that your projection of our place was clouded by fatigue and resentment plus you never read the messages nor communicated to us about any of these issues. You asked to come early ( around 2 PM ) in a tuesday message to us before your friday arrival but showed up late Friday evening in a terrible mood , ignoring the message that agreed to your request. If my wife & I had been in such a derelict place ( as you describe it) , we would have left the next day or contacted the owner. You stayed a WHOLE WEEK and refused all communication until you harassed us with texts a week later that heavily criticized our unit . You compared our place to other units in the complex bought at 8 times the price by rich absentee investors yet picked our place over their listings which showcased expensive renovation!!! Go figure. We could have addressed all those issues with our turnover person ( who has been very trustworthy for 5 years )but you stayed mute and did not give us a chance. Communication will always be important to us but your thrashing of our place dressed up as helpful advice was just exaggerated venting . Luca & Amy
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Jon V.

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

Durham stay

We have stayed at Pearl Mill Flats before, this was the first time at this unit. Luca, our host, was very helpful and quick answering any questions we had. The living room was very comfortable. It was nice having a TV in both the living room and the bedroom. The bathroom was clean but is very outdated and can use some TLC. I wish we had brought our own towels. The bed was very comfortable.
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Laura Leigh R.

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

Location, location, location!

Very convenient to downtown, 9th Street, ballpark, bike trails and more. Also lovely pool & complex just to hang out and relax.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

LynMarie L.

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

Secure comfort

Very secure setting with enclosed courtyard for multiple units. Swimming pool was very clean. Contacting owner of property was quick and efficient. Quiet area. Nice central location.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth B.

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

Great location and owner

I was familiar with the building from prior visits to Durham. The owner has done good upgrades that don't show up in the pictures, e.g. tv’s, vinyl plank. The security of the building was excellent and though a senior citizen alone, I always felt safe. I highly recommend it.
Stayed 81 nights in Jan 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Apr 2020
Elizabeth was a lovely guest and though i live fulltime in Wilmington NC, i keep in touch with my unit neighbors and they thought she was very respectful of the policies in our complex in Durham, Pearl Mill Flat. Bravo Elizabeth. I highly recommend her to any host. Luca
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Daniel G.

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

Simple but perfect

It's not short fancy, but the host is great, and it has everything you need. The neighbors are friendly, and it's reasonable walking custard to downtown, and the Duke East Campus, as well as 9th Street for restaurants and shops. I'd definitely stay there again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Micheal F.

Great Location and good host

Walking distance to the bars and restaurants downtown and easy to get around town from there. Nice place.
Stayed 21 nights in Dec 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Madelyn F.

Great location accessible to what we wanted to see in the triangle area. Cozy & efficient layout.

Property has all the basics, a comfortable bed, hot shower and a swimming pool to boot. Owner was available to answer our questions and made us feel very welcome during our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
Verified review

8/10 Good

Delores J.

Quiet and secure

The place was gated in that made me feel more secure. Didn't spend very much time in the condo because my husband ended up the hospital most of the time we were there .The bed was very comfortable. Thankful laundry was in the facility . Plenty machines didn't take long to do laundry.Enjoyed the condo the little time I spent in there.
Stayed 23 nights in May 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Maureen R.

Great Place, Great Host, Great Location

At the risk of not being able to book this place the next time we come to town---I have to say it was ideal for all our needs. Full-size studio apartment with all the amenities well thought out---good sized closet spaces with extra blankets, towels, and pillows, cupboards full of spices, salt, pepper, oils, coffee. It has the feel of an extended stay hotel. AND the courtyard is beautiful. Our host Luca was very communicative and responded immediately when we had questions.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2018

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