Take advantage of a firepit, a garden and a playground at Durham Retreat: Deck, Grill, Firepit, 10 mins from Duke & Downtown. In addition to laundry facilities, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices).
Reviews
9.89.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61450 sq ft
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
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About this property
Durham Retreat: Deck, Grill, Firepit, 10 mins from Duke & Downtown
Sociable living, dining and entertaining with high speed internet, hardwood floors and a 20 x 25ft deck with gas grill, firepit and comfy seating looking out onto private woodland.
Perfect for family gatherings and reunions or somewhere to chill if you or your loved ones are visiting UNC or Duke colleges or medical facilities. It's also only 15 minutes from Umstead State Park which hosts the Umstead 100 and 20 minutes to Research Triangle Park (RTP)
The house is set in a quiet cul-de-sac in a settled family neighborhood.
The front door opens into an open plan living, eating and dining space. The large living room has an L-shaped sofa, single recliner, love seat and an occasional chair. The room has a 44" TV with superfast AT&T Fiber and a Roku streaming stick.
There is a breakfast bar with seating for two and a dining area that is hidden from the living area, but open to the kitchen, that seats 6. The dining area overlooks the large wooden deck and has views of the woodland. If you're up early you may see the deer that live there.
The kitchen is equipped with everything that you might need for cooking and baking. There is a utility area with tumble dryer and washing machine and is right next to the back door that gives you access to the deck with grill, firepit, dining table and chairs and two rattan sun loungers.
Off the living area is a corridor leading to the family bathroom and three bedrooms. The main bedroom has an en-suite bathroom and faces the deck and woodland. The other two bedrooms face the front garden. The largest of these bedrooms has a queen sized bed and a sofa that converts to a twin sized bed. The smallest of the bedrooms has a full/double bed, desk and chair, 32" TV with Roku stick, books and games.
Each bathroom is stocked with Terra Pure paraben-free soap, shampoo, conditioner and shower gel.
Downtown Durham and Duke Hospital and campus are a 10 minute drive away.
A NOTE ABOUT PETS Most guests who have brought their dogs have been fantastic guests because they have observed the following rules:
- One pet only is allowed and a pet fee of $50 per stay will be charged - Please inform us of the breed, age, and sex of your pet upon booking - Pets are not allowed on furniture or beds. Please cover any furniture that a pet may get on - Please clean up after your pet on the property and dispose of waste properly - Please ensure your pet is leashed and supervised at all times, especially in shared areas - Do not leave your pet in the house on its own - Any soft furnishings and linens where we cannot remove pet hair, will need to be replaced and we will claim this from your damage deposit
Property amenities
Beach
Beach loungers
Beach towels
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Wheelchair-accessible parking available
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Ice maker
Kitchen island
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Water dispenser
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Bidet
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Shower/bathtub combination
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Entertainment
Books
Games
Smart TV
Stereo
Outdoor areas
Firepit
Garden
Gas grill
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk
Desk chair
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming cats and dogs only
Up to 23 kg per pet
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
2 steps to reach entrance
Hardwood flooring in public areas
No lift (single-level property)
Single level property
Tile flooring in public areas
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Designated smoking areas
Services and conveniences
Change of bedsheets (on request)
Change of towels on request
Housekeeping on request
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near an outlet shopping centre
Things to do
Cycling nearby
Golfing nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock
General
Bed sheets changed on request
Bulk dispensers for toiletries
Double-glazed windows
Eco-friendly cleaning products used
Eco-friendly toiletries
Garden
Housekeeping (on request)
No plastic coffee stirrers
No plastic soft drink bottles
No plastic water bottles
Recycling
Reusable cups
Reusable tableware
Some LED lighting used
Towels (changed on request)
Unit size: 1,450 square feet
Water dispenser
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You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Rules
Guests must be in contact with me within the first 48 hours of booking. to confirm identities of the booking party.
Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total (up to 23 kg per pet)
Note from host: No pets in the bedrooms or on furniture
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
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
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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
About the area
Durham is home to this holiday home. Duke Homestead and Vietnam Veterans Living Memorial are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Museum of Life and Science and Sarah P. Duke Gardens. Travelling with kids? Consider Durham Performing Arts Center and Mary Lou Williams Center for Black Culture. Break out the clubs and hit the links on a nearby golf course, or seek out an adventure with cycling. Visit our Durham travel guide