Warm Luxury in walkable downtown Durham (2.5 mi. from Five Pts. Plaza)

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Exceptional

3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 61500 sq ft

Popular amenities

Dryer
Washer
Parking available
Kitchen
Outdoor space
Free WiFi

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Durham, NC

Duke University
‪3 min drive‬
Duke University Hospital
‪4 min drive‬
Durham Performing Arts Center
‪7 min drive‬
Raleigh, NC (RDU-Raleigh - Durham Intl.)
‪22 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Lower Level Queen

1 Queen Bed

Main Floor Queen

1 Queen Bed

Twin

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Hall Half-Bath

Toilet

Lower Level Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Shared Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining area

About this property

Welcome to Carolina Cottage, nestled in one of Durham's premier post WWII neighborhoods, and extensively renovated by celebrated Designer + Builder Alicia Hylton-Daniel. Your experience will be enhanced by the thoughtfully curated spaces for relaxing, renewing and re-connecting. The home is spacious, with common areas to be shared, inside and out, as well as quiet spaces to read, nap, scroll and stream. You'll enjoy a full chef's kitchen and dining room, along with a sunny porch and shaded patio, just off the lower level bedroom suite.

Property manager

Roger Daniel

Premier Host

Languages

English

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

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

Important information

You need to know

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

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

About the area

Durham

Located in Durham, this cottage is in the city centre. Sarah P. Duke Gardens and Museum of Life and Science are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Streets at Southpoint Mall and Northgate Mall. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Pauli Murray Center for History and Social Justice, or consider a night out at Dean Smith Center. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Durham, NC

What's nearby

Duke University - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
Duke University Hospital - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
Duke University Chapel - 6 min drive - 4.0 km
Durham Performing Arts Center - 7 min drive - 4.5 km
Cameron Indoor Stadium - 7 min drive - 5.3 km

Getting around

Durham Station - 5 min drive
Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬19 min walk
‪Texas Roadhouse - ‬3 min drive
‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬3 min drive
‪Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen - ‬19 min walk
‪Burger King - ‬19 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Warm Luxury in walkable downtown Durham (2.5 mi. from Five Pts. Plaza) pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Warm Luxury in walkable downtown Durham (2.5 mi. from Five Pts. Plaza)?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Warm Luxury in walkable downtown Durham (2.5 mi. from Five Pts. Plaza)?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Warm Luxury in walkable downtown Durham (2.5 mi. from Five Pts. Plaza) located?

Located in the heart of Durham, this cottage is 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from Northgate Mall and 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Duke University. Sarah P. Duke Gardens and Durham VA Medical Center are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Madisson E.

18 Nov, 2024

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

Family Trip

This was a very relaxing and great stay! Myself and my three siblings traveled to NC for our grandfathers memorial and family events. It was super helpful having a nice quiet place to stay and reconnect with my siblings. The house was clean, bright, and centrally located to whole foods, coffee, and more! 10/10 :)

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carrie D.

21 Aug, 2024

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

Great Home and Location!

We had a great time at the Carolina Cottage! The home is so well maintained and super clean- we loved the design and style of the home, the central location and the history of the home provided by the owner! Such a great space to spend time with friends and family while visiting Durham- we look forward to future visits!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Celeste B.

23 Jun, 2024

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

Overnight for family gathering

Beautiful property very clean was so clean and so many rules was uncomfortable. I had very respectful smokers that had to go to the road to smoke to be respectful of the property. Which we rent and totally respect that as well. Need a rail or a post by step for safety. We totally understand and respect cleanliness etc but felt that we were not trusted as adults to be respectful. Very beautiful home and we appreciate all the work that went into everything.

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

greg h.

22 Apr, 2024

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

A perfect home in Durham

This charming Durham home was perfect for our recent visit to Elon and Duke with friends. The attention to detail in the remodel and decor made us feel so warm and welcome. We enjoyed reading about the history of the home and neighborhood as well. Would highly recommend.

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara M.

15 Oct, 2023

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

Family get together

My family and my parents stayed at Carolina cottage for our Durham weekend for the Duke v NC State football game. The house was very nice for the 6 of us. It was so convenient to not only the campus, but some of our favorite restaurants- Vin Rouge, JuJus and Elmo’s! We will be sure to book again for our next trip to Duke.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peggy M.

30 Mar, 2023

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

Great Durham stay!!

Great location and perfect size home for all 6 of us!! Loved the home!!!

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie M.

12 Mar, 2023

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

Family fun

Wonderful house for a family with children. Plenty of space and wonderful kitchen. Bedroom down stairs great for grandparents. Three full baths add to overall convenience of the property!

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cody M.

12 Mar, 2023

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

Beautiful, well designed home!

We had the opportunity to stay in this home and we loved it. The finishes, decor, and overall vibe was very chic! Honestly, I felt like it was a wasted opportunity to not have stayed home more often to enjoy the property more but maybe next time!

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan H.

26 Feb, 2023

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

Best Vrbo in Durham!

We had the best weekend at Carolina Cottage! We met up with my parents and our son that attends Duke. The house was beautiful- gorgeously decorated and so clean! The neighborhood is adorable and we felt very safe. Communication with the host was always seamless and prompt. Cannot say enough positive things about this property!! We have stayed at several Vrbo’s in Durham while our son has been at Duke and this is the best one by a mile. Can’t wait to come back soon.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Claire D.

24 Jan, 2023

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

Perfection

This place is impeccable. The decor is out of this world and it is very clean and comfortable. A beautiful and short walk to all the hot spots in Durham. A wonderful rental experience!

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steven T.

21 Nov, 2022

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

Enjoyable stay

Beautiful home and very comfortable. Nicely decorated. Neighborhood was quiet. Owners were easy to communicate with. Definitely would stay here again.

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Amy A., Jax Beach

12 Aug, 2022

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

Beautiful property and great neighborhood

The home was beautiful, very clean, great layout and walking distance to a neat trail.

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Richard S.

7 Jul, 2022

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

Pretty and Peaceful

We really enjoyed our stay at Carolina Cottage. The house was very clean, nicely decorated and in "like new" condition. It was outfitted with everything we needed for our five night stay. The house is located on a pretty street in a very quiet neighborhood, and is conveniently near the Duke campus where we enjoyed touring the gardens, art museum and Lemur Center. Our daughter lives nearby, so we hope to stay here again in the future.

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amy S.

2 May, 2022

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

Adorable cottage in great neighborhood

We loved our stay at the adorable Carolina Cottage. Beautiful neighborhood and great location. The house was well supplied with everything we needed. We were in town to visit Duke University and it was a short car ride away.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

About the host

Hosted by Roger Daniel

Roger Daniel is the founding partner along with his wife, celebrated interior designer Alicia Hylton-Daniel, of Hylton Daniel design+construction. Together they bring design+construction, grounded in culture, art history, architectural engineering, and interior designs that have transformed homes throughout Durham.

Why they chose this property

Alicia and Roger fell in love with this home in early 2020. They felt its undeniable charm but, even more deeply, wanted to restore its beauty to honor its history. This home had sheltered three generations of one family, beginning in 1940, and holds a special place in one of Durham's loveliest neighborhoods.

What makes this property unique

Situated in a gorgeous old Durham residential neighborhood, adjacent to the historic Watts Hospital, which became the North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics. This home has a sunny off-kitchen deck and a shaded covered patio, surrounded by long-leaf pines, hydrangeas, camellias, and gardenias.