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A Grand Private Estate Designed for Memorable Stays in Durham

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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
13 bedrooms7+ bathroomsSleeps 38

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Hot tub on site
  • Garage parking available
  • Dogs and cats allowed
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine

Rooms & beds

13 bedrooms (sleeps 38)

Main House Downstairs Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Main House Downstairs Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Main House Downstairs Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Main House Upstairs Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Main House Upstairs Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Main House Upstairs Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Main House Upstairs Bedroom 4

2 Queen Beds

Main Level King Master Suite

1 King Bed

Studio (Pool) Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

The Cottage Bedroom 1

1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

The Cottage Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

The Cottage Bedroom 3

2 Single Bunk Beds and 1 Double Bed

The Cottage Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

7 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms

Main House Downstairs Common Bathroom

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Main House King Master Suite Bathroom

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub · Hair dryer

Main House Main Level Half Bathroom

Toilet

Main House Upstairs King Bedroom 1 Bathroom

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Main House Upstairs King Bedroom 2 Bathroom

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Main House Upstairs Level Jack & Jill Bathroom

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Pool House Bathroom

Toilet

Tennis Facility Bathrooms

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

The Cottage Common Shared Bathroom

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

A Grand Private Estate Designed for Memorable Stays in Durham

Visit us at realtyrhythmllc.com

Welcome to The Valora Oak Estate, a stunning 13-bedroom, 7-bathroom private estate nestled in the heart of Durham, North Carolina. Designed for unforgettable family reunions, group retreats, milestone celebrations, and relaxing getaways, this expansive property offers the perfect balance of comfort, elegance, and space.

Set on beautifully landscaped grounds, the estate provides ample room for gathering while still offering privacy and tranquility. Guests can enjoy luxurious amenities including a private pool, fitness facility, and full-size tennis court, along with spacious indoor and outdoor areas ideal for connection and relaxation. The estate is child- and pet-friendly, making it a welcoming environment for guests of all ages.

Whether you’re hosting a multi-generational family reunion, enjoying a weekday escape, or gathering with friends for a special occasion, The Valora Oak Estate offers a peaceful retreat with upscale accommodations and modern conveniences — all just minutes from downtown Durham.

Important Booking Information:
Weddings and events are not booked through the VRBO platform.

Due to VRBO policies, our company contact information cannot be shared prior to a formal booking, including through the messaging system.

Tours are available only after a confirmed, paid VRBO booking, per platform policy.

Additional Fees & Stay Information:
An additional guest fee of $40 per guest applies for groups over 20 guests.

Pond Safety Disclosure:
Please be advised that the property features two ponds. These ponds are not fenced and may present a safety risk, particularly to children.

For the safety of all occupants and visitors, we strongly encourage constant adult supervision for children when outdoors near the ponds. The tenant assumes full responsibility for ensuring that all guests exercise caution around the water at all times.

Swimming is not permitted in the ponds.

By booking your stay, the tenant acknowledges the presence of these ponds and agrees to take all necessary precautions to prevent accidents.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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About the area

Chapel Hill

Chapel Hill is home to this holiday home. PlayMakers Repertory Company and Paul Green Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Gimghoul Castle and Franklin Street. Consider Dean Smith Center for a night out or The Carolina Basketball Museum if you're travelling with kids. Power boating and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and hunting nearby.
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Durham, NC

What's nearby

  • Streets at Southpoint Mall - 5 min drive - 5.1 km
  • William and Ida Friday Center for Continuing Education - 6 min drive - 5.1 km
  • University of North Carolina - 7 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Finley Golf Course - 7 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Research Triangle Park - 9 min drive - 10.8 km

Getting around

  • Durham Station - 22 min drive
  • Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Cheesecake Factory - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Maggiano's Little Italy - ‬6 min drive

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dennis C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent stay, beautiful property. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredible place - lots to do!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Zachary O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property. So many fun activities for people of all ages. The host was very helpful and responsive to any questions or needs. Will definitely be booking again!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel R.

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

Place is huge. Amazing Stay!

This place was awesome. You don't even need to leave the house with all the activities and amenities it comes with. Highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ujjal Didar S.

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

Perfect for large groups

This property was everything we expected and beyond. It was perfect for my family to stay at during my brother's wedding. We thoroughly enjoyed all the facilities and manager was helpful throughout. I would recommend to everyone going to the Durham area with a big group.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charles L.

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

Outstanding Stay

Could not recommend this property more. Was amazing for a golf trip with friends. The property far exceeded expectations and photos really do not do it justice. Communication from the host was top class and really made the whole process seamless. If you are thinking about booking this property, do it sooner rather than later as missing out on this would be a travesty. Thank you again and we will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Shannon C.

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

The getaway we needed to strategize and play

Our annual company leadership retreat was held at this property. It was so nice. The property is very clean and up to date. Everything is as described. The onsite team was very kind and lighting-fast responsive when we had a question or challenge. Seriously, Bo and his team deserve a big THANK YOU! Such a great experience. We would highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Paul H.

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

Great Property for large groups and families

We stayed at the Estate property with our family who were attending a wedding in Raleigh. The property was perfect for large groups and families. There were plenty of spaces to relax and plenty of bathrooms. The beds were very comfortable and the rooms were quiet. The actual facilities at the property were expansive and well equipped. It made for an exceptional vacation spot for our entire family. The property manager was super helpful with our questions and very accommodating with our requests. He was present but not intrusive which was greatly appreciated.I would absolutely return for another stay when in Raleigh
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Dennis W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Mark L.

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
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