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10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8
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Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 King Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
Living Room 1
1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathroom 2
Spaces
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Cozy Family Home Near Duke w/ Fire Pit
Relax in a charming, upscale retreat just minutes from Duke & downtown Durham.
Welcome to Casa Verde — a thoughtfully designed 3-bedroom bungalow in Durham’s historic West End neighborhood. Whether you’re visiting Duke, working remotely, or gathering with family, this home offers comfort, style, and an unbeatable location.
Enjoy fast Wi-Fi (600 Mbps), smart TVs in every room, a dedicated workspace, and a fully stocked kitchen. Unwind on the screened-in porch, gather around the new backyard firepit, or relax in the swinging chair under the lights.
🐾 Dog-friendly (crate required if left alone).
⸻
🏡 The Space
Spacious, modern, and welcoming — ideal for families, groups, or professionals.
• Sleeps up to 8 guests
• 3 bedrooms | 2 full bathrooms
• Bright open living areas
• High-end washer & dryer with fully stocked laundry room
• Parking for 4 cars + free street parking
🛋 Living Room
• Comfortable leather sleeper sofa (queen) — accommodates 2 additional guests
• Smart TV, cozy blankets, and plenty of seating
🛏 Bedrooms
Primary Suite
• King bed
• Blackout blinds
• Smart TV
• Dedicated desk
• Walk-in closet with luggage rack & hangers
• Ensuite bathroom
Bedroom 2
• Queen bed
• Blackout blinds
• Smart TV
• Closet with hangers & luggage rack
• Shared hallway bathroom
Bedroom 3
• Queen bed
• Blackout blinds
• Smart TV
• Hanging rack & luggage rack
• (Note: closet is used as a locked supply closet)
⸻
🔍 Amenities Guests Love
• 🍳 Fully stocked kitchen
• 📶 600 Mbps Wi-Fi
• 📺 Smart TVs in every bedroom + living room
• 🧺 Laundry room stocked with:
• detergent
• steamer
• lint rollers
• iron & board
• 🌿 Screened-in porch
• 🔥 Backyard with firepit & swing
• 🍔 Gas grill (propane provided)
• 🐾 Pet-friendly
• 🔐 Self check-in with smart lock
👨👩👧👦 Family-Friendly Amenities
• 🛏️ Pack ’n Play
• 🪑 High chair
• 📚🧸 Children’s books & toys
• 🍽️ Children’s dinnerware
• 🍼 Baby bottles + bottle warmer
• 🧼 Baby sterilizer
⸻
📍 Location — Walkable & Central
Explore Durham easily from this prime West End location.
🚗 Short Drive
• Downtown Durham — 1.2 miles
• Duke University — 2.5 miles
• Duke Hospital — 2.6 miles
• Duke Gardens — 1.3 miles
• Nasher Museum of Art — 0.9 miles
🚶 Walk to Restaurants & Markets
• Grub Durham — 0.3 miles
• Da Kine’s Kava — 0.3 miles
• Isaac’s Bagels — 0.4 miles
• Durham Co-op Market — 0.3 miles
• Al-Taiba Halal Market — 0.4 miles
• Blue Point Yoga Center — approx. 0.6–0.7 miles (12–15 minute walk)
Offers a variety of classes, including heated (hot) yoga, vinyasa, slow flow, and yin.
⸻
🔐 Guest Access
You’ll have the entire home to yourselves for complete privacy and comfort.
⸻
ℹ️ Good to Know
• Dogs welcome (must be crated if left alone)
• Exterior security cameras for safety (no indoor cameras)
1. No smoking inside the property. No smoking in the patio. Smoking is allowed in the backyard.
2. No parties or events without preapproval.
3. Only pets allowed are dogs. Must be in a crate if left alone in the property.
4. No unregistered guests.
5. No loud noise past 9PM.
6. Check out is at 10:00am on date of departure / reservation end. Late check out can be requested ahead of time however no guarantees are made for approval as this is dependent on other reservations. A fee of $50/hour will be charged for guests who do not check out / leave property in time if they have not requested and been approved ahead of time for late check out.
7. Trash day is on Thursday. Please take the garage bins and recycling bins to the curb in the front of the property. A $50 fee will be charged if trash bins are not taken out as full bins affects the next guest.
8. No firearms inside the house.
Welcome to Casa Verde — a thoughtfully designed 3-bedroom bungalow in Durham’s historic West End neighborhood. Whether you’re visiting Duke, working remotely, or gathering with family, this home offers comfort, style, and an unbeatable location.
Enjoy fast Wi-Fi (600 Mbps), smart TVs in every room, a dedicated workspace, and a fully stocked kitchen. Unwind on the screened-in porch, gather around the new backyard firepit, or relax in the swinging chair under the lights.
🐾 Dog-friendly (crate required if left alone).
⸻
🏡 The Space
Spacious, modern, and welcoming — ideal for families, groups, or professionals.
• Sleeps up to 8 guests
• 3 bedrooms | 2 full bathrooms
• Bright open living areas
• High-end washer & dryer with fully stocked laundry room
• Parking for 4 cars + free street parking
🛋 Living Room
• Comfortable leather sleeper sofa (queen) — accommodates 2 additional guests
• Smart TV, cozy blankets, and plenty of seating
🛏 Bedrooms
Primary Suite
• King bed
• Blackout blinds
• Smart TV
• Dedicated desk
• Walk-in closet with luggage rack & hangers
• Ensuite bathroom
Bedroom 2
• Queen bed
• Blackout blinds
• Smart TV
• Closet with hangers & luggage rack
• Shared hallway bathroom
Bedroom 3
• Queen bed
• Blackout blinds
• Smart TV
• Hanging rack & luggage rack
• (Note: closet is used as a locked supply closet)
⸻
🔍 Amenities Guests Love
• 🍳 Fully stocked kitchen
• 📶 600 Mbps Wi-Fi
• 📺 Smart TVs in every bedroom + living room
• 🧺 Laundry room stocked with:
• detergent
• steamer
• lint rollers
• iron & board
• 🌿 Screened-in porch
• 🔥 Backyard with firepit & swing
• 🍔 Gas grill (propane provided)
• 🐾 Pet-friendly
• 🔐 Self check-in with smart lock
👨👩👧👦 Family-Friendly Amenities
• 🛏️ Pack ’n Play
• 🪑 High chair
• 📚🧸 Children’s books & toys
• 🍽️ Children’s dinnerware
• 🍼 Baby bottles + bottle warmer
• 🧼 Baby sterilizer
⸻
📍 Location — Walkable & Central
Explore Durham easily from this prime West End location.
🚗 Short Drive
• Downtown Durham — 1.2 miles
• Duke University — 2.5 miles
• Duke Hospital — 2.6 miles
• Duke Gardens — 1.3 miles
• Nasher Museum of Art — 0.9 miles
🚶 Walk to Restaurants & Markets
• Grub Durham — 0.3 miles
• Da Kine’s Kava — 0.3 miles
• Isaac’s Bagels — 0.4 miles
• Durham Co-op Market — 0.3 miles
• Al-Taiba Halal Market — 0.4 miles
• Blue Point Yoga Center — approx. 0.6–0.7 miles (12–15 minute walk)
Offers a variety of classes, including heated (hot) yoga, vinyasa, slow flow, and yin.
⸻
🔐 Guest Access
You’ll have the entire home to yourselves for complete privacy and comfort.
⸻
ℹ️ Good to Know
• Dogs welcome (must be crated if left alone)
• Exterior security cameras for safety (no indoor cameras)
1. No smoking inside the property. No smoking in the patio. Smoking is allowed in the backyard.
2. No parties or events without preapproval.
3. Only pets allowed are dogs. Must be in a crate if left alone in the property.
4. No unregistered guests.
5. No loud noise past 9PM.
6. Check out is at 10:00am on date of departure / reservation end. Late check out can be requested ahead of time however no guarantees are made for approval as this is dependent on other reservations. A fee of $50/hour will be charged for guests who do not check out / leave property in time if they have not requested and been approved ahead of time for late check out.
7. Trash day is on Thursday. Please take the garage bins and recycling bins to the curb in the front of the property. A $50 fee will be charged if trash bins are not taken out as full bins affects the next guest.
8. No firearms inside the house.
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20
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
About the area
Durham
Durham is home to this holiday home. Nasher Museum of Art at Duke University and Carolina Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Pauli Murray Center for History and Social Justice and American Tobacco Campus. Consider Dean Smith Center for a night out or Sarah P. Duke Gardens if you're travelling with kids.

Durham, NC
What's nearby
- Duke University - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
- Sarah P. Duke Gardens - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
- Durham Bulls Athletic Park - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
- Durham Performing Arts Center - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
- Duke University Hospital - 3 min drive - 3.1 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Cocoa Cinnamon - 18 min walk
- Lula and Sadie’s - 19 min walk
- Nan Xiang Express - 3 min drive
- Lakewood Social - 16 min walk
- Grub Durham - 5 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
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Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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10/10
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Communication
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Location
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Reviews
Verified
12 Jan, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Lyn S.
20 Jan, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lyn S.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
susan S.
7 Sept, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
susan S.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jaimie J.
16 Oct, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jaimie J.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Deidre D.
28 Sept, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Deidre D.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
brent l.
19 Jun, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Duke Super Regional
brent l.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
mai n.
27 Apr, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Strong recommended
mai n.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Michael T.
29 Dec, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Michael T.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Carol A.
10 Aug, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Carol A.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kristi K.
30 Oct, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great bungalow
Kristi K.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Scott K.
19 May, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot for Reunion Weekend!
Scott K.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer A.
18 Mar, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family trip
Jennifer A.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Christopher G.
14 Apr, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very Comfortable Stay
Christopher G.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Melissa G.
5 Sept, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect!
Melissa G.
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kirkland n.
22 Apr, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Brilliant place!!
Kirkland n.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Diane W.
30 Jun, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home in Durham
Diane W.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kathy S.
22 Oct, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming, comfortable, convenient to Duke
Kathy S.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Dodi C.
17 Nov, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location and newly renovated, immaculate house
Dodi C.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Lori O.
14 May, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Don’t pass on this house!
Lori O.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent
Cindy C.
26 Jan, 2026
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About the host
Hosted by Liz
I was born in Colombia and grew up in the border with Venezuela. I love to travel the world. I use short term rentals around the world and also want to provide guests with a great experience as they visit my new hometown.
Why they chose this property
This neighborhood is very quiet and safe. It is great because it is close to downtown Durham and great amenities- including DPAC, whole foods, American Tobacco campus, Sarah P. Duke gardens.
What makes this property unique
My property is great for families and kids. It is one level so no stairs! It has a large backyard. It is tastefully decorated. We also pride ourselves on making the property very clean!
Languages:
English, Spanish
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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