Durham Retreat: 10 mins from Duke & Downtown, 20 mins from RTP and RDU

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A wooden deck with outdoor furniture, a pergola, and a fire pit.
A living room with a fireplace, a ceiling fan, a flat-screen TV, and various seating options.
A modern living room with a grey sofa, a beige sofa, a glass coffee table, and a floor lamp. There are framed pictures on the wall and a window with curtains.
Living area
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, granite countertops, and pendant lighting.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 1% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Cook, dine, and unwind
    Top-rated for its fully equipped kitchen, perfect for every meal.
  • Private garden
    A rare find — relax in the peaceful, private garden space.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Duke Homestead

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Durham, NC
  • Place, Duke Homestead
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Duke University
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, North Carolina State University
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Airport, Raleigh, NC (RDU-Raleigh - Durham Intl.)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Main bedroom

1 King Bed

Second bedroom

1 Double Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Third bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Durham

Durham is home to this holiday home. Streets at Southpoint Mall and Brier Creek Commons are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Durham Performing Arts Center. Travelling with kids? Consider Museum of Life and Science and Sarah P. Duke Gardens. Take some time off to enjoy the health/beauty spas in the area, or get some fresh air with adventures like cycling nearby.
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Durham, NC

What's nearby

  • Duke Homestead - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Duke University - 6 min drive - 4.9 km
  • North Carolina State University - 27 min drive - 44.8 km
  • Lenovo Center - 28 min drive - 45.8 km
  • Crabtree Valley Mall - 32 min drive - 38.9 km

Getting around

  • Durham Station - 10 min drive
  • Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Costco Food Court - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Texas Roadhouse - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Durham Retreat: 10 mins from Duke & Downtown, 20 mins from RTP and RDU pet-friendly?

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

How much is parking at Durham Retreat: 10 mins from Duke & Downtown, 20 mins from RTP and RDU?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Durham Retreat: 10 mins from Duke & Downtown, 20 mins from RTP and RDU?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Durham Retreat: 10 mins from Duke & Downtown, 20 mins from RTP and RDU?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Durham Retreat: 10 mins from Duke & Downtown, 20 mins from RTP and RDU located?

This family-friendly Durham holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Duke Homestead and Duke Regional Hospital. Duke University is 3 mi (4.8 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 51 out of 56 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 56 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 56 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 56 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 56 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My family & l really enjoyed our week stay at the airb&b. Nice host & really good communication. Thank u
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Sept, 2026
So glad you all enjoyed the stay - it was great hosting you!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay! Responsive host and good communication. Very cozy and had all the things we needed.
Stayed 30 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Mar, 2026
Debra it was lovely to host you and your family for a longer stay - you were all great guests!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean, host was very responsive for any questions, great home for a week stay to visit our son at UNC. Deck out back made a great added entertainment area. Peaceful quiet area as well. Highly recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great stay

It was a great stay for my family and I. We enjoyed our time there and we stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Aug, 2024
Thanks Jacobee! You and your family are welcome back at any time!
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Comfy Stay

Clean, well appointed and remodeled made it a comfy stay.
Stayed 11 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place!

The home was amazing and offered great amenities for our stay! We look forward to booking this home again when visiting the Durham area!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jul, 2025
Mishawn you were a great guest! Thank you for choosing my place and you're welcome back any time!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was just what we needed! It was well furnished, the kitchen was well equipped, the location was very convenient to Duke Hospital, and the wooded back yard was a nice respite spot.
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Mar, 2026
I'm so glad you and your family could use the house as a respite spot and retreat. It was a pleasure to host you!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Moyra was absolutely one of the best hosts we’ve been with! Amazing communicator, nicely curated space, and very clean property. Thank you for allowing us to stay in your space!
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 13 May, 2026
Jared, thank you SO much! It was lovely to be able to host you for such a special occasion- I'm glad the space worked for you and you're welcome back any time!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location

Great house, beautiful back yard, great beds… Wonderful experience
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Jan, 2025
Nancy, I'm glad you loved your stay! It was great to have you!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Boy! This place has everything you need. Great communication. Host is fabulous.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great retreat

Clean and comfortable home for my family vacation.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Apr, 2023
Thanks Tonio, it was lovely to host you and your family
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our host was very responsive, the location was convenient to everything (Duke, Durham Bulls, groceries & restaurants), the house was clean with plenty of household items, and bedrooms spacious with comfy beds.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Aug, 2025
Thanks Blake - it's great to know you appreciated the location and I'm happy to have hosted you!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Excellent

Amazing stay during a stressful time
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Jan, 2025
Heather I know this was a hard time for you, but you were such a pleasure to communicate with and I'm glad I could host your stay
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a lovely and comfortable home! This was a perfect Duke-area home. It was roomy, immaculate, had all the supplies we needed, and was so warm and comfy. I would absolutely book this home again.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Extremely clean home. Comfortable stay. Clear instructions and easy check in and check out process.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
The kitchen was pretty well equipped. Would have liked baggies, more temp storage containers, tissues somewhere. Small things at a comfy and lovely place. Quiet neighborhood. Soft sheets and pillows, great mattresses.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Mar, 2026
Thank you for your lovely review, We’re delighted you enjoyed the comfort of the space and the calm, quiet neighborhood. We also appreciate your notes and always keep guest feedback in mind as we continue to refine the experience. It was a pleasure hosting you.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

December 2024 visit

Our family really enjoyed the house. It was clean, very nicely decorated and had ample room for all of us. We will stay here when we visit again.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Jan, 2025
David thank you! You were a great guest and I'd welcome you and your family any time!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely House with a Great Patio!

We had a wonderful time. Everything was clean and comfortable, the back patio was awesome, the showers were very nice, and Myora took great care of us. We hope to book this house every time we get to travel to Durham to see our family living nearby!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jul, 2025
Leah it was lovely hosting you and so happy it worked so well to visit family! You are all welcome back any time!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely property

This property was located within minutes of Duke University Medical Hospital which was perfect for us. Very easy drive.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Aug, 2024
Madelaine thank you for your review. It was lovely to host you
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic place and host!

This is the perfect place to stay in Durham! Clean and well appointed. The location is such that it puts you close to everything in Durham. Moyra is an absolutely fantastic host! I would stay there again without a question!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Oct, 2024
Martin I'm so glad we could make your last minute stay work out! You and your wife were wonderful guests and you're both welcome back any time!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was very clean, lots of space, and well stocked. Moyra was wonderful with communication. Had an issue with the dishwasher, but Moyra made sure the issue was taken care of immediately. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Mar, 2026
Thank you Vicki for your kind review!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house is immaculate. The outdoor deck and fire pit were a perfect for visiting in the evening. Quiet neighborhood close to everything. We are ready rebooked next time we visit our son.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Oct, 2025
Gina thank you! It's always good to know you want to come back!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The home was charming and offered numerous extras. We loved watching the fireflies each evening.

We had an excellent visit. The house is clean and well decorated. We appreciated all of the extras offered including soaps, shampoo, conditioners, and laundry detergent.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept, 2022
Thank you so much! I really appreciated your kindness and understanding as you were our first ever guests!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very nice property

Just as described. Very clean. Convenient to Duke and UNC. Very easy check-in/check-out.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Aug, 2024
Thanks Larry! I'm happy you appreciated the ease and convenience of the location
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