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Luxe Modern Retreat *Entire Duplex/ Both Units!*
This stylish modern retreat is sure to become your new favorite getaway. You’ll enjoy access to the ENTIRE DUPLEX (both units!), perfect for traveling with friends, family, or colleagues. Each of the 2 units boasts its own beautiful living room and kitchen, plus 2 bedrooms & 1 bathroom per side. Gather together on the inviting front porch, or enjoy dinner alfresco on the sunny back patio. Ideally situated just 1 mile from the heart of Durham, you’ll enjoy all the best the Bull City has to offer!

Mirabelle- 3bd Downtown/Duke/RTP/No Cleaning Fees
Step into the comfort of this stylish, newly renovated 3- bedroom, 1- bath bungalow! CENTRALLY LOCATED & NEAR ALL MAJOR HIGHWAYS, Mirabelle is just minutes from downtown Durham, Duke University & RTP. No matter what brings you to Durham, Mirabelle has the perfect location & convenient amenities you’re looking for! * 5 min from downtown Durham * 10 min from Duke University & Duke Hospital * 10 min from RTP * 15 min from RDU airport * 10 min from Durham bulls and DPAC * 15 min from UNC hospital

Luxury Modern Suite W/ Private Deck
Welcome to our Private Luxury Master Suite! Enjoy a hotel-like experience with a spacious luxury bath featuring double sinks and a rain shower and a beautiful private deck with a peaceful view. We also include a coffee bar, work area, Wi-Fi, and TV. Conveniently located from RDU Airport and Downtown Durham, with a variety of restaurants and coffee shops nearby. Experience the perfect blend of comfort, luxury, and convenience in this upgraded suite! Parking is available and limited to 1.

The Bird's Nest
This newly renovated lower level apartment is nestled in the peaceful Forest Hills neighborhood. Our space is in an ideal location to enjoy all that Durham has to offer and comes complete with everything you'll need to feel at home. Minutes from excellent restaurants, outdoor fun, and cultural entertainment. Enjoy an evening at DPAC, a Durham Bulls baseball game, an energizing game of tennis at Forest Hills park, or a relaxing stroll through Duke Gardens. All just minutes from our doorstep.

Rustic Historic Home~Short Walk to Downtown Durham
This historic home is only minutes from downtown Durham. It sits in one of the most beautiful neighborhoods in old Durham. It’s tree lined sidewalks can take you to parks, running paths and to one of the most vibrant downtowns in North Carolina . We are happy to offer you this 4 bedroom with 2 full bathrooms home with a well stocked kitchen with most everything you made need for making those epic dinners. Our large porch is a perfect place to hang out true to the southern style of leisure.

Downtown Luxury/King Beds/ Walk Everywhere
Enjoy this luxury bungalow perfectly located in Downtown Durham. Walk to the best that Durham offers! Immaculately furnished throughout. King beds with two en suite full bathrooms. Wake up and walk to CocoCinnamon to enjoy a delicious morning cup of coffee. Later in the day, Motorco, Full Steam Brewery, The Farmers Market, Central Park, Saltbox Seafood Shack, and downtown restaurants galore await you to enjoy. DPAC and the Durham Bulls will be unforgettable nights out. Perfect location!

Warm and Welcoming 3-Bedroom Cottage
Welcome to Carolina Cottage, nestled in one of Durham's premier post WWII neighborhoods, and extensively renovated by 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.

Historic 1891 Mill House 2 blocks from Downtown!
First built in 1891 as just a "place to sleep" for the men working at the local cotton and tobacco mills. Restored and enlarged in 2012 with modern amenities while maintaining the home's unique history. The original brickwork, hardwood floors, foundation, roof and most of the original exterior walls are preserved! (now as internal walls!) Pair that with gas stove, granite countertop, artisan reclaimed wood center island, modern en-suite master bedroom and large flat screen TV's.

Artist's modern cabin close to downtown and Duke
Relax and recharge in a beautifully updated passive solar home in the woods. Enjoy original art and a professionally-equipped kitchen inside, along with songbirds and extensive landscaping outside. Don't feel like cooking? You're only a few minutes from downtown Durham, major shopping centers, and great restaurants. The two bedrooms are outfitted with a super-comfortable, high density foam mattress and luxury bedding, and sports views overlooking the tree canopy.

Luxurious Modernist Tree House
Stunning, private, one-of-a-kind unique home that is perfect for a vacation, staycation, special occasion, or everyday celebration of life. Built by renown modernist architect Frank Harmon, the 2128 square foot home on 1.3 acres was crafted with meticulous attention to detail. Inside the home, you are nestled amongst the tree tops while being surprisingly close to restaurants, shopping, downtown Raleigh, Wake Med, UNC, Duke, and the Research Triangle Park.

Designer Garden Home | Gas Fireplace
Brand new luxury home nestled in the trees in the downtown adjacent Cleveland-Holloway neighborhood. This private guest house is tucked behind an historic duplex (also a Vacation Rental). Private yard, patio, deck and parking. Inside you will find designer selected finishes including gleaming reclaimed pine floors, natural wood doors, quartz countertops, 10' ceilings, a soaring cupola, gas fireplace, meticulously designed bathrooms + much more.

Fenced-Medical-Work Stays Perfect-DownTown-Pets-
Bungalow on a fenced corner lot. Pet friendly with a big beautiful tree in the front yard. Outdoor sitting area and fire pit. Fast Internet. 55" HD 4K Roku TV. Remodeled bathroom. New very comfy beds and pillows. Hardwood floors. Blackout Curtains in both bedrooms for deep sleep. Fully stocked ready-to-cook small kitchen. Washer and dryer. No dishwasher. Keurig Coffee maker w/Pods. Hot water kettle.
Popular amenities for Downtown Durham house rentals
House rentals with a pool

Adorable Bungalow, Minutes from Downtown Durham

3bd Lake pool access near Duke UNC Southpoint

Cottage & Pool, Steps to Historic Downtown

Designer home close to RDU and downtown, sleeps 12

The Cozy Cottage - 10 Min From UNC

Movie Loft Stunner @ Carpenter Village | Walkable

Home away from home in Durham with Private Pool!

LUXE Home 4 Mins Duke/DPAC | King Beds, BBQ, Pool
Weekly house rentals

Classic & Beautiful|DT Durham|3 Bed|2.5 Ba|Pets OK

Villa Pinea, secluded MCM gem close to UNC & Duke!

Downtown Newly Renovated

Guest Suite: Artist studio turned into loft.

Charming Retreat Near Downtown Durham

Screen Porch & Close to Duke

Sunny Home With Soaring Ceilings

Perfection to Downtown - Modern and cozy
Private house rentals

Entire home in RTP near Duke, fenced backyard

Modern Boho Cottage | 1 Mile to Downtown Durham

Stylish Durham Retreat - Walkable, Sleeps 6

“Crash” - 1.5 br/1 ba three blocks from Duke

Tapin7 Oasis

Fenced Patio, Soaker Tub & Walkable Central Durham

Custom Home Near Duke | Fast WiFi & Easy Check-In

Sparkling New Home 3 miles from Duke & Downtown
When is the best time to visit Downtown Durham?
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | $229 CAD | $215 CAD | $228 CAD | $233 CAD | $341 CAD | $215 CAD | $221 CAD | $184 CAD | $233 CAD | $278 CAD | $218 CAD | $225 CAD |
| Avg. temp | 5 °C | 7 °C | 11 °C | 16 °C | 20 °C | 25 °C | 27 °C | 26 °C | 23 °C | 17 °C | 11 °C | 7 °C |
Quick stats about house rentals in Downtown Durham

Total vacation rentals
Explore 30 vacation rentals in Downtown Durham

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Downtown Durham vacation rentals start at $84 CAD per night before taxes and fees

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Family-friendly vacation rentals
20 properties offer extra space and kid-friendly amenities

Pet-friendly vacation rentals
Find 10 rentals that welcome pets

Rentals with dedicated workspaces
20 properties have a dedicated workspace

Wifi availability
30 of Downtown Durham vacation rentals include wifi access

Popular amenities for guests
Guests love Kitchen, Wifi, and Pool across Downtown Durham rentals

4.9 Average rating
Downtown Durham stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.9 out of 5!

Nearby attractions
Downtown Durham’s top spots, include American Tobacco Campus, Durham Bulls Athletic Park, and Carolina Theatre
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- PNC Arena
- Duke University
- Durham Bulls Athletic Park
- Raven Rock State Park
- Tobacco Road Golf Club
- Frankie's Fun Park
- American Tobacco Campus
- Eno River State Park
- North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences
- Carolina Theatre
- Lake Johnson Park
- North Carolina Museum of History
- William B. Umstead State Park
- North Carolina Museum of Art
- Sarah P. Duke Gardens
- Gregg Museum of Art & Design
- Durham Farmers' Market
- International Civil Rights Center & Museum
- Gillespie Golf Course
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