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Cottage on the Boulevard - Renovated, Historic Downtown Wendell-3 Beds, 2 Baths

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A modern kitchen with grey cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a built-in island with bar stools, and pendant lighting.
A two-story house with a porch, a chimney, and a number 242 on the front.
A hallway with wooden flooring, a decorative metal shelf with figurines, a hanging light fixture, and a door leading to another room.
A spacious living room with a ceiling fan, two sofas, a coffee table, and a TV on a stand.
A kitchen with a central island, a dining area with chairs, and a refrigerator.

Reviews

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

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • Barbecue grill
    A rare find - perfect for a relaxed, outdoor grilling experience.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Wendell Park
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Wendell, NC
  • Place, Wendell Park
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Wendell Community Library
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, North Carolina State University
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Airport, Raleigh, NC (RDU-Raleigh - Durham Intl.)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

2 Double Beds and 2 Single Beds

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

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

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Toilet

Spaces

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

About this property

Cottage on the Boulevard - Renovated, Historic Downtown Wendell-3 Beds, 2 Baths

Like historic homes? This beautifully renovated cottage offers the charm of an older home with the comfort and convenience of modern updates. Located just outside Wendell’s historic district, the home is within walking distance of shops, restaurants, and local favorites. Relax on the front porch, stroll downtown for pizza or ice cream at the General Store, or enjoy the easy commute to Raleigh with quick access to Highway 64. With spacious rooms, generous storage, multiple couches, and a fully renovated eat-in kitchen with bar seating and dining space, this home offers comfort, character, and convenience all in one place.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Send a note to ensure availability of crib, etc
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Lock the doors
Please roll trash can out to the street!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1478526vb
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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

About the area

Wendell

Located in Wendell, this holiday home is in the city centre. Flower's Crossroads Park and Buffaloe Road Aquatic Center are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Zebulon Flea Market and Wedgewood Terrace. Travelling with kids? Consider Fantasy Lake Adventure Park and Gotcha Paintball.
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Wendell, NC

What's nearby

  • Wendell Park - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Wendell Community Library - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • North Carolina State University - 24 min drive - 41.8 km
  • Atlantic Union Bank Convention Center - 24 min drive - 34.9 km
  • Crabtree Valley Mall - 25 min drive - 41.4 km

Getting around

  • Raleigh Union Station - 25 min drive
  • Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Chick-Fil-A - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cottage on the Boulevard - Renovated, Historic Downtown Wendell-3 Beds, 2 Baths pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Cottage on the Boulevard - Renovated, Historic Downtown Wendell-3 Beds, 2 Baths?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cottage on the Boulevard - Renovated, Historic Downtown Wendell-3 Beds, 2 Baths?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cottage on the Boulevard - Renovated, Historic Downtown Wendell-3 Beds, 2 Baths?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Cottage on the Boulevard - Renovated, Historic Downtown Wendell-3 Beds, 2 Baths located?

This family-friendly holiday home is located in the city centre, within 1 mi (2 km) of Wendell Park and Wendell Community Library. Zebulon Flea Market and Wedgewood Terrace are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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. 18 out of 21 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 21 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 21 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

love staying here

we love staying at this place!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Jan, 2024
Thank you so much, we are glad you enjoyed your stay. Please let us know if you plan to visit us in the future, we do give a 10% discount for returning guests.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
It’s a beautiful older home with lots of charm and history. It’s a very short walk to the historic district, which has something for all age groups!A full sized coffee maker would have been more convenient than the single serving Keurig, with four coffee drinkers.We would certainly stay there again.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic house

This house met all expectations!!! Super clean - perfect location - had everything we needed!!! Will definitely stay there again!!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Sept, 2024
Wonderful! Thank you!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent

Thank you for another wonderful stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Mar, 2026
Thanks again for your repeat stay! We love our returning guests....
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent

This home was a wonderful place to stay. We will be staying again in the future.
Stayed 13 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Jan, 2024
Thank you so much, we are glad you enjoyed your stay. Please let us know if you plan to visit us in the future, we do give a 10% discount for returning guests.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great listing

Very clean house, and located perfectly around pkenty of stores and food
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Mar, 2026
I love the location, it is so close to town that if you wanted to, you could walk to downtown Wendell.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely Wendell home

Very clean and nicely furnished/remodeled historic home. Easy walk to Wendell restaurants and coffee shops. Great kitchen that was well furnished for cooking.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Mar, 2026
I love historic houses too. Thanks for coming for a visit!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A great stay at the cottage

This property worked great for us. It was very comfortable, and had everything we needed to accommodate our family, including our toddler grandchild. The rooms are all very comfortable. The location is great, we were able to walk into town. We plan on staying here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Mar, 2026
So great! We are glad you enjoyed your stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful farm house

The home is beautiful and spacious. Perfect location for the wedding venue we were attending. The downtown area was just a few blocks away to enjoy morning coffee and get a walk in. Kitchen was well stocked with essentials. Thank you so much we really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Mar, 2026
Wonderful! Thanks so much and we are glad you enjoyed your stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Historic Cottage

Perfect renovated cottage in a historic area that was perfect for our family and four legged family members. Minutes away from downtown and house was loaded to make our stay easy just like being at home . Amanda was great to work with ! Definitely will stay again
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Jan, 2024
Thank you so much, we are glad you enjoyed your stay. Please let us know if you plan to visit us in the future, we do give a 10% discount for returning guests.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family visit

This was a perfect location to visit with family in this area. There is a well stocked kitchen and even snacks and toys for the kids. The General Store is a delight with a lot of North Carolina and local made products. Their ice cream is a must! Overall a great stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Sept, 2023
Thanks! Please let us know if you would like to visit again. We give our returning guests a 10% discount.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay as always!

We utilize this property when we have small groups that come for conferences at our church. The house is consistently excellent. We look forward to our next time!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Mar, 2026
As always, a pleasure! Thanks for your repeat stays!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Christmas with the family!

Nicely remodeled old home. Kitchen and bathrooms were great. Thanks to the host for the Christmas tree and decorations. It was a nice touch. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Mar, 2026
Awesome, we are so glad you enjoyed your Christmas stay with us!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

House on the Blvd

The owner was so pleasant and attentive. She checked in with my multiple times to make sure my stay was going well. Highly recommend, will keep her name/number in my phone for when I visit again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Jan, 2024
Thank you so much, we are glad you enjoyed your stay. Please let us know if you plan to visit us in the future, we do give a 10% discount for returning guests.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Highly recommend!

We were in town for my grandson’s first birthday and family came from all over the United States. The house was perfect! Very spacious, comfortable, clean and beautifully decorated. Communication with the owner was fantastic! I highly recommend this house and would consider staying again if it is available!!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Jan, 2024
Thank you so much, we are glad you enjoyed your stay. Please let us know if you plan to visit us in the future, we do give a 10% discount for returning guests.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

4th July Wendell

Extremely clean and comfortable. Only issue was it was too close to a busy road and it had no door to the backyard; we had to walk around to get to it.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Jan, 2024
Yes, historic homes are somewhat challenging on the doors, I wish there was a better solution to get to the backyard. We are just thankful that we have one! Thank you so much, we are glad you enjoyed your stay. Please let us know if you plan to visit us in the future, we do give a 10% discount for returning guests.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wendel NC

The Cottage on the Boulevard felt like home and close to all of the amentnties needed to spend some quality time with my Family in NC. The house floor plan was spacious and comfotable for me, my wife. my three boys and Rosie. would definetly rent again!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Mar, 2026
Thanks so Much! We are so glad you enjoyed your stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cozy Home in Wendell

What a charming home in Wendell. Host Amanda was attentive and available for any concerns we had. The house had everything we needed. We loved sitting outside on the wrap around porch with no sun in our faces. Very relaxing! Downtown was just a few blocks away by walk (next traffic light - it is a busy road). We were in town to visit family and they were very closeby, all around worked out great! Nice area.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 25 May, 2023
We love to hear that you had a great stay. Please contact me before you book next time as our previous guests get a 10% discount off future stays!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Communication, location

Good value

Great place to stay for the money. The listing of getting access to the home wasn't correct and we needed to contact the owner. She was able to get us the correct code. The wifi wasn't good but we managed. The master bedroom/bathroom doesn't get heat, so it was cooler in that area. The home is near the road and intersection so it can be loud and a little tricky leaving and entering the driveway.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Jan, 2024
Our instructions for getting into the home were correct, but the battery for the lock was not working. So I have replaced the batteries. I will double check the internet connections but there are 3 sattelites in the home to insure good coverage. I will look at the vents and see if perhaps someone closed one, but the house has natural gas heat and it often has to be turned down to 68 otherwise it feels too hot. I love our location in downtown Wendell in the historic district, and as with many historic locations, they are often on the main roads and thoroughfares. It makes it convenient to be able to walk to stores and shops, but like with most city downtown districts, it is a hopping place!
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Wendell VRBO

House was comfortable and accommodating for a nice family gathering! Just a few additions would have helped the stay to be more adapting. Ie; bbq utensils, Tongs, hose is cracked and leaky which we needed to clean the back yard chairs, for a family of 5 adults and 2 kids, ran out of garbage bags, paper towels and toilet paper the very first day. I feel the property manager will appreciate this tid bit of constructive criticism- REALLY happy we got to be all together in the same home! Will consider same location in future! Thank you.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Jun, 2023
I appreciate you taking time to give us some constructive criticisms. There were 2 more trashcans in the cabinet by the sink with trash bags underneath, and Maria usually leaves at least 2 extra rolls of toilet paper and paper towels in the hall closet. The crib sheets were in the master closet. Had you asked me, I could have told you where they were. I hope you saw the first aid kits, travel toothbrushes, spices, wax paper, aluminum foil, sugar, coffee, tea, and sanitary items we provide. Maria and I have worked very hard to try to think of everything and anything that someone would need. None of which is required that we do, but I hope you can see the effort we put forth to be as accommodating as possible. Just as a sidenote a 4 from your review is the equivalent of an 80, and does not give us credit or include some of the things we did over and beyond what was expected. I would be happy to extend a 15% discount for your next stay. I am sorry you had trouble finding things, but I was just a phone call and 8 minutes away and would rather had known you needed things and been able to provide them, instead of finding out after the fact and get a bad review. Renting these homes is a large part of my income as a single mother and keeping a Five Star rating is tantamount to our success. We did go over and beyond to provide immediate responses to your requests, this is what we would like to have seen in our public review and then you could mentioned these items to me privately. But I appreciate your honesty and help. I am always striving to make our rentals better! YouMay 25, 12:33 PM DG I definitely agree with you on everything you mentioned - guess we had a hard time finding things- we didn’t want to bother you constantly with our menial situations. I had issues on the VRBO rating portion tried 3 times to submit. I’d be happy to adjust that rating- wasn’t looking to affect you or the VRBO business aspect- just was trying to inform. My delayed response is due to the fact we just got home from our travels out south late last night and had the time to share now. No need for discount, we were extremely happy with the house. You’re absolutely correct in the fact I should have contacted you directly. . Again, I’m so sorry that affected your rating.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house was extremely clean and had everything we needed to an easy and stress free stay! Thanks to the hosts for a great stay
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Aug, 2026
We are glad you enjoyed your stay, please visit again!

About the host

Hosted by Amanda Graves Rivera

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Local Property Manager and Realtor since 1999. Let us help you find a home in the Triangle.

Why they chose this property

If you love old properties, this one is a winner, old town charm with renovated features.

What makes this property unique

Close to town and shops, you can walk just 4 blocks to downtown shops, restaurants, and more.

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