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Durham Craftsman: Convenient to Duke & Medical Facilities

Holiday home with kitchen, 7-minute walk to Duke University

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Terrace/patio
Exterior
TV, DVD player, offices
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
TV, DVD player, offices
In the heart of Historic Walltown, this 1900 Craftsman home offers a blend of elegance and modern charm. Unwind on the wrap-around porch with lounge chairs or savor outdoor meals at the cafe table. The fully-equipped kitchen features a drip coffee maker, Ninja blender/mixer, and electric kettle.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 61900 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Durham Craftsman: Convenient to Duke & Medical Facilities

Holiday home with kitchen, 7-minute walk to Duke University
This smoke-free holiday home features laundry facilities. The holiday home has 3 bedrooms and offers a DVD player and a balcony. Guests will find a kitchen with a fridge, an oven, a stovetop and a microwave.
Air-conditioned accommodation at this holiday home offers DVD players and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a shower and hairdryers.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Optional golf privileges
  • Cycling nearby
  • Horseback riding 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 1,900 square feet

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Policies

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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

Property is also known as

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Southern Porch Heaven by Duke E Dwntn Luxemaster
❤Southern Porch Heaven by Duke E Dwntn | LuxeMaster
Southern Porch Heaven Luxemaster 1.5 Blocks to Duke East
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About the area

Map
Durham, NC

What's nearby

  • Duke University - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Northgate Mall - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Duke University Hospital - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Durham Convention Center - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Durham Performing Arts Center - 4 min drive - 3.4 km

Getting around

  • Durham Station - 4 min drive
  • Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Burger King - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Elmo's Diner - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Monuts - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Common Market Durham - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Durham Craftsman: Convenient to Duke & Medical Facilities pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Durham Craftsman: Convenient to Duke & Medical Facilities?

On-site parking is available at the property.

Where is Durham Craftsman: Convenient to Duke & Medical Facilities located?

Situated in Durham, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Northgate Mall and Duke University. Brightleaf Square and Sarah P. Duke Gardens are also within 2 miles (3 km). Durham Station is 27 minutes by foot.

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Durham Craftsman: Convenient to Duke & Medical Facilities Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 44 out of 59 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 59 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 59 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 59 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 59 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Grace P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
It was lovely and clean!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful home right off Duke's East Campus. Immaculate bathrooms, very nice hard-wood floors, comfortable beds, and well-stocked kitchen. Easy walk to Duke and 9th Street shops/restaurants. Dylan was responsive and helpful. Couldn't have asked for more.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurie F.

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

I will stay again

Great location. Clean, soft sheets and very cozy beds. Had everything I needed. Perfect!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren O.

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

Durham visit

Our group had a wonderful stay. The house was walkable to many places we wanted to go and we especially enjoyed spending time on the front porch. Highly recommend for groups looking to be close to Duke's campus!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

martin t.

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

Comfortable pretty house

Very pleasant. Quiet neighborhood. Nice hosts. Very comfortable.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

TJ R.

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

Good times

Great rental property for a weekend in Durham with friends.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea L.

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

Weekend

Charming house and it was clean
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Justin G.

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

Perfect location in Durham

Great spot for a family of four in Durham. There was an early spring heat wave and they promptly got window units installed upstairs. Clean and comfy stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike B.

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

Excellent stay

Great communication with host. Nice older home with plenty of room and convenient to Duke and hospital
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Home was convenient to Duke Hospital. Businesses are within walking distance. Checkin was easy. Driveway off street was nice for unloading. Home is as pictured. Bed and bedding was very clean and comfortable. Master on suite bath was wonderful! We utilized the front porch everyday, it is set up beautifully and has a selection of seating areas.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather w.

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

Excellent

Clean, organize and comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shelly T.

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

Durham

Had a great time with family. Home is older but cozy. Bathroom renovations were nicely done. Close to restaurants etc.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth B.

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

Fishing Lake Kerr

Great host and easy check-in. Loved proximity to eateries and other entertainment. Would recommend adding an upstairs TV.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Morgan D.

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

Charming and Comfortable Stay!

My partner and I chose this property to host a small dinner with friends to celebrate New Year’s Eve. The hosts were incredibly attentive, quick to respond, and kind. The space was clean and comfortable, perfect for the 6 guest limit. Though we only stayed one night, we think that this home would be great for a longer stay. The proximity to Durham landmarks and activities was very convenient, and the hosts did a wonderful job sending recommendations. Loved this place!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Terrence K.

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

Durham

Overall, very pleased with our stay. Only complaint would be the dryer, which took 3+ hours to dry a medium size load of summer clothes.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

David M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I did not spend much time at the house due to other business in Durham but it was in a nice neighborhood near Duke West Campus and Ninth Street, and I enjoyed the porch with a swing, the big kitchen and the bathroom attached to the master bedroom. The house is on the older side and smelled vaguely of marijuana when I arrived, which wasn't a big deal, but the king bed in the master bedroom definitely needs some attention. It sagged a lot in the middle and was actually tilted down toward the headboard. Otherwise, the house worked well for this visit, and communication with Dylan was good.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is older and really cute inside. The downstairs bedroom / bathrooms were updated. We didn’t cook, but fridge worked great. Ice trays were helpful and we appreciated having coffee grounds and filters available. Linens were clean and plenty. Sheets and bedding were comfy. The only thing I didn’t care for was the window unit and spot cooler upstairs. They worked, but were loud and the cooler kept cycling and waking me up. I ended up moving downstairs the 2nd night and was very comfortable. Check-in/out was simple.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Monika C.

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

Enjoyed our stay

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay st this immaculate property. The property is an older home which has been restored. The bathrooms and kitchen have been beautifully updated. The surrounding areas have sidewalks for day and evening walks, and the location is close to Duke East campus and Trinity Park. There are many places to eat close by. We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves and hope to return.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Trampas M.

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

Quiet get away

We arrived an he early had no issue with check in host provided a huge list of things to do and know for area. We ended up renting the back space too since my 74 yr old mom decided to come along for Christmas visit. Door dashed some Christmas lights Butler is around the corner from house. The house is older and has some uniqueness too it. The tile floors and updated bathrooms were nice. The gas stove was a nice change to the other Vrbo we have stayed at. Overall very nice location the neighbor is friendly as well since it has semi shared driveway
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Durham

House is nice with up to date appliances. Kitchen, Bathrooms and living room were all great. Master bedroom was good other bedrooms - we thought there were queen beds so it was tight.Also it seemed there there was something under the floor of the master bedroom and there were ants in the extra bath on the first floor. Maybe due to temperature change????
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joy R.

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

Porch view

We loved this property. On the warm days and even through a thunderstorm we sat on that porch and read and watched the world go by. The kitchen is big with a large refrigerator, dishwasher and table that easily sits 6-7. The house is charming and for us was easy access to our kids, shopping and great restaurants on 9th street. And this place is clean and well stocked with everything you’ll need for cooking. Dylan is very quick to respond to any questions you may have. We can’t wait to rent this home again.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2019

4/10 Poor

nancy l.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

3 day stay

We found the house dirty; a lot of cobwebs. Look at the windows. When we walked in the board in front of the fireplace I guess had fallen down. Insulation inside looked moldy. The house seemed dirty. The house smelt extremely musty. I think a coat of paint would help. The stairs were so steep my mother in law couldn’t climb them. Just couldn’t get over the smell. Other than that great location
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Anthony B.

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

Not what we thought 😢

Location was close to many things but neighbors were a bit sketchy! House has lots of potential but attention to detail is sadly missing. The NO smoking rule is clearly NOT adhered to by the person staying in the back as the entire 1st floor smelled of smoke, they were smoking both inside and outside (bedroom window in middle of night). The noise ordinance was also not adhered to by the person in the back as they were rifling around in the trash while smoking at 2am! There were many spiders and webs around the living room and the beds were terribly uncomfortable! It was a miss for sure!! There was also many missing glass windows from the swinging doors where our small child needed extra supervision due to the missing windows. Would NOT recommend or entertain staying there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy M.

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

Lovely older house. Well located

This is a older house with well-separated spaces. It worked well for our family. The kitchen is mostly equipped and we enjoyed cooking there and sitting around the dining table. It would be nice to have better window coverings at night for privacy and the house, while charming, was hard to heat sufficiently in the cold snap when we were there.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021

2/10 Terrible

Alison D.

Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Terrible

Do not stay here!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021