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Downtown Retreat • Near DPAC & Duke + Free Parking
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3 bedrooms 2+ bathrooms Sleeps 6
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Explore the area

Durham, NC
- Durham Performing Arts Center5 min drive
- North Carolina Central University5 min drive
- Duke University6 min drive
- Raleigh, NC (RDU-Raleigh - Durham Intl.)19 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
2 Single Beds
Primary Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 2
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Powder Bath
Soap · Toilet
Primary Bathroom
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
About this property
Downtown Retreat • Near DPAC & Duke + Free Parking
Welcome to The Essex Doorstep a stylish Durham retreat close to Duke, DPAC, and Downtown. Bright and inviting, it features an open living area, fully equipped kitchen, and cozy bedrooms designed for comfort. Stay connected with fast Wi-Fi, relax with free parking, and step out to enjoy top dining, the American Tobacco Campus, and Sarah P. Duke Gardens all just minutes away. Perfect for families, business, or weekend getaways.
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Amenities
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
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
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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
Long-term renters welcome
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 and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
This property does not have any lifts
About the area
Durham
Located in Durham, this holiday home is near theme parks. Museum of Life and Science and Sarah P. Duke Gardens are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Brightleaf Square and Northgate Mall. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Durham Bulls Athletic Park or McDougald-McLendon Gymnasium. 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 - 5 min drive - 3.4 km
- Durham Bulls Athletic Park - 5 min drive - 4.1 km
- North Carolina Central University - 5 min drive - 3.9 km
- Duke University - 6 min drive - 4.2 km
- Duke University Hospital - 8 min drive - 6.6 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 4 min drive
- McDonald's - 3 min drive
- The Dog House - 3 min drive
- Durham Beer Garden - 3 min drive
- Subway - 3 min drive
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