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A Home Away From Home
Sarah H.
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Welcome to The Oaks @ The Oberlin Palais . . . Your Luxury, Fun & Comfort Destination—Golf-Theatre-S’Mores in the Heart of Raleigh!
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms7 bathroomsSleeps 185800 sq ft
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Raleigh, NC
- North Carolina State University3 min drive
- Raleigh Convention Center5 min drive
- Crabtree Valley Mall7 min drive
- Raleigh, NC (RDU-Raleigh - Durham Intl.)18 min drive
Rooms & beds
5 bedrooms (sleeps 18)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 King Bed
Bedroom 3
1 King Bed
Bedroom 4
1 King Bed
Bedroom 5
4 Single Bunk Beds
Living room 1
1 Double Sofa Bed
7 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathroom 2
Bathroom 3
Bathroom 4
Bathroom 5
Bathroom 6
Bathroom 7
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Outdoor play area
Dining area
About this property
Welcome to The Oaks @ The Oberlin Palais . . . Your Luxury, Fun & Comfort Destination—Golf-Theatre-S’Mores in the Heart of Raleigh!
Nestled in the heart of Raleigh's Oak Tree-lined, vibrant, historic Oberlin/Hayes Barton neighborhood, this spacious, 5BR, 7BA destination home is perfect for families, friends, fans, colleagues, church members and teammates looking for comfort, fun, convenience, and a touch of indulgence. The Oaks is minutes from several colleges, museums, hospitals, Gipson Play Plaza, Carter-Finley Stadium and top venues like the Lenovo Center, Downtown Raleigh, Red Hat Amphitheatre & Koka Booth Amphitheater.
Please feel free to reach out to us by phone, text or app should you need anything or have any questions. Thanks!
Conveniently located near many attractions:
Destinations
Downtown Raleigh (3.0 miles) → ~7-9 minutes
RDU International Airport (11.2 miles): ~12-19 minutes
Amtrak Union Station (3.1 miles): ~8 minutes
Research Triangle Park (16.2 miles) → ~16-19 minutes
NC State University (2.0 miles) → ~9-11 minutes
Duke University (24.5 miles) → ~24-31 minutes
Meredith College (2.1 miles) → ~7 minutes
UNC-Chapel Hill (25.4 miles) → ~27-28 minutes
North Carolina A&T (74 miles) → ~69-73 minutes
North Carolina Central University (22.1 miles) → ~25-31 minutes
Shaw University (3.9 miles) → ~11-12 minutes
St. Augustine College (4.3 miles) → ~11-12 minutes
North Carolina Museum of Art (3.6 miles) → ~9-11 minutes
Marbles Kids Museum (3.3 miles) → ~9-10 minutes
Lonnie Poole Golf Course (4.0 miles) → ~12-15 minutes
Briar Creek Golf Course (16.1 miles) → ~15-24 minutes
Devil's Ridge Golf Course (20.0 miles) → ~27-28 minutes
River Ridge Golf Course (16.0 miles) → ~23-25 minutes
Pinehurst Resort (69.0 miles) → ~69-71 minutes
Shopping
The Village District (1.2 miles): ~3-4 minutes
Harris Teeter (0.9 miles): ~3 minutes
Publix Super Market (2.1 miles): ~5 minutes
Whole Foods (1.9 miles): ~5 minutes
Crabtree Valley Mall (3.6 miles): ~9-10 minutes
The State Farmers Market (4.0 miles): ~10 minutes
North Hills Mall (2.9 miles): ~8-10 minutes
Brightleaf Square (22.8 miles): ~25-31 minutes
The Streets at Southpoint (19.3 miles): ~24-25 minutes
Triangle Town Center (9.2 miles): ~19-22 minutes
Carolina Premium Outlets (39.1 miles): ~41-52 minutes
Medical Facilities
Rex Hospital (4.1 miles): ~9 minutes
Wake Medical Center (7.1 miles): ~14 minutes
WakeMed Urgent Care (0.8 miles): ~2.5 minutes
Duke Raleigh Hospital (3.6 miles): ~11–12 minutes
Avance Care Oberlin Road (0.6 miles): ~2 minutes
Parks, Recreation & Entertainment
Downtown Raleigh (3.0 miles): ~8 minutes
Raleigh Convention Center (3.4 miles): ~9 minutes
Gipson Play Plaza (3.0 miles): ~8 minutes
NC State Fairgrounds (3.7 miles): ~9 minutes
Red Hat Amphitheater (3.4 miles): ~9-10 minutes
Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek (9.3 miles): ~23-24 minutes
Koka Booth Amphitheatre (11.5 miles): ~18 minutes
Dorothea Dix Park (3.5 miles): ~11 minutes
Pullen Park Arts & Theater Center (1.5 miles): ~5 minutes
Umstead Park (6.7 miles): ~14-16 minutes
Shelley Lake (4.6 miles): ~11 minutes
Pullen Park (2.3 miles): ~7-8 minutes
Jaycee Park (.4 miles): ~1 minute
Historic Yates Mill County Park (7.8 miles): ~16 minutes
Method Community Center & Park |Basketball Courts, Playgrounds, Pickleball Courts (2.8 miles): ~8 minutes
North Hills Park | Picnic Shelters/Tables, Fields, Playgrounds, Pickleball Courts (3.3 miles): ~10 minutes
Durham Performing Arts Center | DPAC (22.2 miles): ~25 minutes
Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts | Memorial Auditorium (3.9 miles): ~11 minutes
Lenovo Center | Formerly PNC Arena (4.5 miles): ~11 minutes
Carter-Finley Stadium (4.7 miles): ~10 minutes
Fantasy Lake Adventure Park | 17.7 miles: ~30 minutes
The Oberlin Palais is generationally-friendly, and all amenities are fully accessible. The Oberlin Palais has a private, fully operational elevator, and zero-entry showers. The Oaks @ The Oberlin Palais has iron handrails, two (2) shallow steps and a ramp at the main entrance. The Alcove @ The Oberlin Palais has a separate, private entrance on the terrace level.
4 King Beds
4 Queen Bunk Beds
1 Sofa Bed
5 Full Bathrooms
2 Half Bathrooms
2 Zero-Entry Showers available
Generationally-Friendly
Private Elevator for unlimited accessibility
Level 2 EV-Charging available
Tru Golf & Multi-Sport Simulator (Football, Soccer, Corn Hole, Dodgeball, Hockey, Baseball and more)
Apogee Voice-Activated Golf Simulator
Game Room and Entertainment areas
Dedicated 12-Seat Theater
Dining and Meeting Facilities for Large Groups
Large Family Room for Gathering
Gourmet Kitchen with double ovens and double dishwashers
Private Chef option available upon request.
Laundry facilities
Screened Porch with Hammock Chairs
Outdoor living areas
Gas Fireplace
Office/Business Center areas
Fitness and Cardio areas
Off-Street and On-Street Parking
Easy walk to area shopping and restaurants
Conveniently located near Downtown Raleigh, State Fairgrounds, sports and entertainment venues, restaurants, parks & recreation, medical & health facilities, public transportation, shopping, RDU International Airport, Amtrak Raleigh Union Station, NC State University and other local area colleges, Cary, RTP, Durham, Chapel Hill and Greensboro
RDU International Airport (11.2 miles): ~12-19 minutes
Amtrak Raleigh Union Station (3.3 miles): ~9 minutes
GoRaleigh Station | City and Regional Bus Transportation
R-Line | Downtown Raleigh Circulator Bus
What You’ll Love:
🎥 State-of-the-Art 12-Seat Theater – Perfect for post-concert, post-game wind-downs or fun movie nights
🏏 Golf & Multi-Sport Simulator – Rain or shine, play golf, football, soccer, baseball and more without leaving the house
🎮 Game Room – From classic arcade games to table games, there’s something for everyone
💪 Fitness Area – For those who want to stay on track while away
🍽️ Gourmet Kitchen & Spacious Dining – Fully equipped for large-scale cooking, celebrations, and late-night snacks
🌇 Indoor & Outdoor Gathering Spaces – Lounge, laugh, and relax together
🔥 Spacious Firepit Area – Gather under the stars for S’mores, stories, and evening relaxation
🛗 Private Elevator – Making every floor easily accessible for all guests
🌆 Walkable Neighborhood – Surrounded by great local eats and charming streets
With RDU International Airport and Amtrak nearby, getting in and out is easy for everyone. Whether you're visiting the area for a fall football weekend, a vacation, a milestone family celebration, class reunion, office or church retreat, The Oaks offers the perfect blend of luxury, location, and generational-friendly fun and provides the perfect setting to create lasting memories.
Local Dining Favorites: Explore a diverse array of restaurants right in the neighborhood—from farm-to-table bistros and craft breweries to Southern comfort food and global cuisines. The Village District and North Hills shopping and restaurants are just a few minutes away!
Reserve your stay now – prime dates for 2025 & 2026 fill quickly!
Please feel free to reach out to us by phone, text or app should you need anything or have any questions. Thanks!
Conveniently located near many attractions:
Destinations
Downtown Raleigh (3.0 miles) → ~7-9 minutes
RDU International Airport (11.2 miles): ~12-19 minutes
Amtrak Union Station (3.1 miles): ~8 minutes
Research Triangle Park (16.2 miles) → ~16-19 minutes
NC State University (2.0 miles) → ~9-11 minutes
Duke University (24.5 miles) → ~24-31 minutes
Meredith College (2.1 miles) → ~7 minutes
UNC-Chapel Hill (25.4 miles) → ~27-28 minutes
North Carolina A&T (74 miles) → ~69-73 minutes
North Carolina Central University (22.1 miles) → ~25-31 minutes
Shaw University (3.9 miles) → ~11-12 minutes
St. Augustine College (4.3 miles) → ~11-12 minutes
North Carolina Museum of Art (3.6 miles) → ~9-11 minutes
Marbles Kids Museum (3.3 miles) → ~9-10 minutes
Lonnie Poole Golf Course (4.0 miles) → ~12-15 minutes
Briar Creek Golf Course (16.1 miles) → ~15-24 minutes
Devil's Ridge Golf Course (20.0 miles) → ~27-28 minutes
River Ridge Golf Course (16.0 miles) → ~23-25 minutes
Pinehurst Resort (69.0 miles) → ~69-71 minutes
Shopping
The Village District (1.2 miles): ~3-4 minutes
Harris Teeter (0.9 miles): ~3 minutes
Publix Super Market (2.1 miles): ~5 minutes
Whole Foods (1.9 miles): ~5 minutes
Crabtree Valley Mall (3.6 miles): ~9-10 minutes
The State Farmers Market (4.0 miles): ~10 minutes
North Hills Mall (2.9 miles): ~8-10 minutes
Brightleaf Square (22.8 miles): ~25-31 minutes
The Streets at Southpoint (19.3 miles): ~24-25 minutes
Triangle Town Center (9.2 miles): ~19-22 minutes
Carolina Premium Outlets (39.1 miles): ~41-52 minutes
Medical Facilities
Rex Hospital (4.1 miles): ~9 minutes
Wake Medical Center (7.1 miles): ~14 minutes
WakeMed Urgent Care (0.8 miles): ~2.5 minutes
Duke Raleigh Hospital (3.6 miles): ~11–12 minutes
Avance Care Oberlin Road (0.6 miles): ~2 minutes
Parks, Recreation & Entertainment
Downtown Raleigh (3.0 miles): ~8 minutes
Raleigh Convention Center (3.4 miles): ~9 minutes
Gipson Play Plaza (3.0 miles): ~8 minutes
NC State Fairgrounds (3.7 miles): ~9 minutes
Red Hat Amphitheater (3.4 miles): ~9-10 minutes
Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek (9.3 miles): ~23-24 minutes
Koka Booth Amphitheatre (11.5 miles): ~18 minutes
Dorothea Dix Park (3.5 miles): ~11 minutes
Pullen Park Arts & Theater Center (1.5 miles): ~5 minutes
Umstead Park (6.7 miles): ~14-16 minutes
Shelley Lake (4.6 miles): ~11 minutes
Pullen Park (2.3 miles): ~7-8 minutes
Jaycee Park (.4 miles): ~1 minute
Historic Yates Mill County Park (7.8 miles): ~16 minutes
Method Community Center & Park |Basketball Courts, Playgrounds, Pickleball Courts (2.8 miles): ~8 minutes
North Hills Park | Picnic Shelters/Tables, Fields, Playgrounds, Pickleball Courts (3.3 miles): ~10 minutes
Durham Performing Arts Center | DPAC (22.2 miles): ~25 minutes
Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts | Memorial Auditorium (3.9 miles): ~11 minutes
Lenovo Center | Formerly PNC Arena (4.5 miles): ~11 minutes
Carter-Finley Stadium (4.7 miles): ~10 minutes
Fantasy Lake Adventure Park | 17.7 miles: ~30 minutes
The Oberlin Palais is generationally-friendly, and all amenities are fully accessible. The Oberlin Palais has a private, fully operational elevator, and zero-entry showers. The Oaks @ The Oberlin Palais has iron handrails, two (2) shallow steps and a ramp at the main entrance. The Alcove @ The Oberlin Palais has a separate, private entrance on the terrace level.
4 King Beds
4 Queen Bunk Beds
1 Sofa Bed
5 Full Bathrooms
2 Half Bathrooms
2 Zero-Entry Showers available
Generationally-Friendly
Private Elevator for unlimited accessibility
Level 2 EV-Charging available
Tru Golf & Multi-Sport Simulator (Football, Soccer, Corn Hole, Dodgeball, Hockey, Baseball and more)
Apogee Voice-Activated Golf Simulator
Game Room and Entertainment areas
Dedicated 12-Seat Theater
Dining and Meeting Facilities for Large Groups
Large Family Room for Gathering
Gourmet Kitchen with double ovens and double dishwashers
Private Chef option available upon request.
Laundry facilities
Screened Porch with Hammock Chairs
Outdoor living areas
Gas Fireplace
Office/Business Center areas
Fitness and Cardio areas
Off-Street and On-Street Parking
Easy walk to area shopping and restaurants
Conveniently located near Downtown Raleigh, State Fairgrounds, sports and entertainment venues, restaurants, parks & recreation, medical & health facilities, public transportation, shopping, RDU International Airport, Amtrak Raleigh Union Station, NC State University and other local area colleges, Cary, RTP, Durham, Chapel Hill and Greensboro
RDU International Airport (11.2 miles): ~12-19 minutes
Amtrak Raleigh Union Station (3.3 miles): ~9 minutes
GoRaleigh Station | City and Regional Bus Transportation
R-Line | Downtown Raleigh Circulator Bus
What You’ll Love:
🎥 State-of-the-Art 12-Seat Theater – Perfect for post-concert, post-game wind-downs or fun movie nights
🏏 Golf & Multi-Sport Simulator – Rain or shine, play golf, football, soccer, baseball and more without leaving the house
🎮 Game Room – From classic arcade games to table games, there’s something for everyone
💪 Fitness Area – For those who want to stay on track while away
🍽️ Gourmet Kitchen & Spacious Dining – Fully equipped for large-scale cooking, celebrations, and late-night snacks
🌇 Indoor & Outdoor Gathering Spaces – Lounge, laugh, and relax together
🔥 Spacious Firepit Area – Gather under the stars for S’mores, stories, and evening relaxation
🛗 Private Elevator – Making every floor easily accessible for all guests
🌆 Walkable Neighborhood – Surrounded by great local eats and charming streets
With RDU International Airport and Amtrak nearby, getting in and out is easy for everyone. Whether you're visiting the area for a fall football weekend, a vacation, a milestone family celebration, class reunion, office or church retreat, The Oaks offers the perfect blend of luxury, location, and generational-friendly fun and provides the perfect setting to create lasting memories.
Local Dining Favorites: Explore a diverse array of restaurants right in the neighborhood—from farm-to-table bistros and craft breweries to Southern comfort food and global cuisines. The Village District and North Hills shopping and restaurants are just a few minutes away!
Reserve your stay now – prime dates for 2025 & 2026 fill quickly!
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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
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About the area
Raleigh
Located in Raleigh, this holiday home is in the city centre. Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek and Raleigh Little Theater are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Joel Lane Museum House and Boylan Bridge. Travelling with kids? Make time for North Carolina State Fairgrounds, or head to an event or a match at Lenovo Center.
Raleigh, NC
What's nearby
- North Carolina State University - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
- Raleigh Convention Center - 5 min drive - 4.0 km
- North Carolina State Fairgrounds - 6 min drive - 4.8 km
- Red Hat Amphitheater - 6 min drive - 4.3 km
- Crabtree Valley Mall - 7 min drive - 6.3 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Chick-fil-A - 3 min drive
- The Flying Biscuit - 3 min drive
- Village Draft House - 20 min walk
- Rise Biscuits & Donuts - 18 min walk
- Ajisai Japanese Fusion - 3 min drive
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