10/10 Excellent
Nancy B.
5 Nov 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nancy B.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Entire home
Convenient RTP 3B/2BA Home | Ready for Work & Play
Holiday home in Durham with kitchen and balcony
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Reviews
10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61285 sq ft
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Durham, NC
- Place, Durham Performing Arts Center15 min walk
- Place, Durham Bulls Athletic Park2 min drive
- Place, North Carolina Central University2 min drive
- Airport, Raleigh, NC (RDU-Raleigh - Durham Intl.)16 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
King room 2
1 King Bed
Primary suite
1 King Bed
Queen Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms
Full bath off living area
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
On suite Full Primary bath
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Convenient RTP 3B/2BA Home | Ready for Work & Play
Your Home Base for Work or Play + Extended Stays!
Welcome to The Durham Bull Pen — a modern comfortable 3BR/2BA home located in Historic Downtown East Durham, just steps from the Golden Belt campus and minutes from RTP, Duke, 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 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
15 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
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.
Welcome to The Durham Bull Pen — a modern comfortable 3BR/2BA home located in Historic Downtown East Durham, just steps from the Golden Belt campus and minutes from RTP, Duke, 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 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
15 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
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.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed
Dog friendly, $65 per stay. Maximum 2 dogs.
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
No vaping or smoking inside please!
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
We should mention
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Durham
Located in Golden Belt Historic District, a neighbourhood in Durham, this holiday home is near theme parks. Brightleaf Square and Northgate Mall are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Glennstone Preserve and Eno River State Park. Sarah P. Duke Gardens and Museum of Life and Science are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Durham, NC
What's nearby
- Durham Performing Arts Center - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
- Durham Bulls Athletic Park - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
- North Carolina Central University - 2 min drive - 2.0 km
- Durham Convention Center - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
- Carolina Theatre - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- KFC - 17 min walk
- Mezcalito Durham - 10 min walk
- Aaktun - 10 min walk
- Hi-Wire Brewing - 4 min walk
- Bull City Ciderworks Durham - 17 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
9.4/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Chris B.
16 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great visit to Durham
Chris B.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
bill s.
25 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
bill s.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jenn L.
11 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great home close to downtown!
Jenn L.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Amy S.
5 Jun 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amy S.
Stayed 10 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Steele P.
26 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location in Durhamfive star
Steele P.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
scott g.
9 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Durham Bullpen Rocks
scott g.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Michael C.
16 Jun 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Michael C.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kim N.
20 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Visit
Kim N.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Elizabeth E.
10 Jun 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Exactly as advertised
Elizabeth E.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
About the host
Hosted by Brad Morris
Dedicated full time hosts for over 4 years. We love hosting and providing amazing experiences for our guests to enjoy. We are here for your stay and anything that may come up! Don't worry - we got you ;]
Why they chose this property
Stay at the Durham Bull Pen and take the stress out of Durham!
Conveniently located right across the street from the Golden Belt Campus but a quick drive anywhere in downtown Durham.
.1 mile to Hi-wire Brewing, Cugino Forno, Free art galleries, and more!(Across the street)
.5 mile from amazing Restaurants like Mezcalito, Krill, Lone Rider Distillery, and Ponysarus Brewing
1.1 Miles from DPAC and Durham Bulls Athletic Park
1.1 Miles from Durham Convention Center
1.2 Miles from Brightleaf Square
1.3 Miles to North Carolina Central University (NCCU)
1.3 miles to Museum of Durham History
1.5 Miles from American Tobacco Campus
1.5 Miles from Urban Axes Durham
1.6 Miles from Motorco Music Hall
1.8 miles from Carolina Theatre
2.9 Miles to Nasher Museum of Art at Duke University
3.3 Miles from Duke University Campus
3.4 Miles to Duke Chapel
3.5 Miles from Durham Museum of Life and Science
3.7 Miles from Duke University Hospital
3.8 Miles from Sarah P. Duke Gardens
3.9 miles from Duke Regional Hospital
4.2 Miles from Cameron Indoor Stadium
4.4 Miles from Wallace Wade football Stadium
10.5 Miles from Stagville State Historic Site
11.4 miles to Eno River State Park
No matter what you're in town for it's only minutes away when you stay at The Durham Bull Pen!
Conveniently located right across the street from the Golden Belt Campus but a quick drive anywhere in downtown Durham.
.1 mile to Hi-wire Brewing, Cugino Forno, Free art galleries, and more!(Across the street)
.5 mile from amazing Restaurants like Mezcalito, Krill, Lone Rider Distillery, and Ponysarus Brewing
1.1 Miles from DPAC and Durham Bulls Athletic Park
1.1 Miles from Durham Convention Center
1.2 Miles from Brightleaf Square
1.3 Miles to North Carolina Central University (NCCU)
1.3 miles to Museum of Durham History
1.5 Miles from American Tobacco Campus
1.5 Miles from Urban Axes Durham
1.6 Miles from Motorco Music Hall
1.8 miles from Carolina Theatre
2.9 Miles to Nasher Museum of Art at Duke University
3.3 Miles from Duke University Campus
3.4 Miles to Duke Chapel
3.5 Miles from Durham Museum of Life and Science
3.7 Miles from Duke University Hospital
3.8 Miles from Sarah P. Duke Gardens
3.9 miles from Duke Regional Hospital
4.2 Miles from Cameron Indoor Stadium
4.4 Miles from Wallace Wade football Stadium
10.5 Miles from Stagville State Historic Site
11.4 miles to Eno River State Park
No matter what you're in town for it's only minutes away when you stay at The Durham Bull Pen!
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