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Relaxing Cottage Retreat w/Firepit
Sitting on a sunny, corner lot, our home is the perfect spot to be your home away from home! Enjoy the sunrise w/your favorite beverage on the sweet front porch, and out back, you'll love the firepit + deck with a gas grill. Inside, you'll find natural light throughout, a well-stocked kitchen w/updated, modern appliances, reliable wifi + a smart tv ready for your own streaming logins. Close to everything too! We can't wait to host you! Early check in + late check out avail. for an additional fee

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!

Charming home betw. Duke & UNC with wooded trails
Relax with the whole family at this peaceful home between Duke and UNC, in one of the triangle's best neighborhoods. Woods everywhere, yet close to dining and shopping, coffee shops and farm stands. Just a six mile drive to Duke, UNC, and RTP, so literally in the center of everything, yet so peaceful! Enjoy modern kitchen, fireplace, fiber Internet & great outdoor spaces! We are glad to host you and we live right down the street, so come and relax and let us know if you need anything at all.

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.

LUXE Home 4 Mins Duke/DPAC | King Beds, BBQ, Pool
Make unforgettable memories in this spacious, beautifully designed home for you + 9 guests! Perfect for family gatherings, sporting events, & special occasions. Located in heart of Downtown Durham, just 4 mins from Duke, Bulls stadium, DPAC, & Tobacco Trail. Cozy up around the fire pit, enjoy a BBQ, or relax w/fresh popcorn & vinyl records. Retire in luxurious beds + sheets & head to the gourmet coffee bar in the AM. Free access to nearby gym w/pool. 4 air mattresses and EV charger avail.

Newly Renovated 3 BR home in convenient location!
Newly renovated space to relax and explore the best of Durham. Sleeps 6 with plenty of space to spread out. Well located - only 10 minutes to Duke, Duke Hospital, downtown and Ninth/Broad Street areas. Enjoy use of the fully stocked kitchen, comfortable living area, dining space and spacious back deck and screened in porch. Grill out and enjoy the back yard. Great for families and groups of friends or business travelers. Several restaurants close by and easy access to highways.

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.

Calming Woodland Octagon
Take a much needed break from the stresses of the city at this unique property nestled in old growth woodland. Indulge in the sound of the wind and a sea of stars. Make friends with your neighbors: deer, squirrels, hawks and fireflies. A haven for writers, artists, dancers, remote workers and nature lovers only 15 minutes from Chapel Hill and 8 minutes from Jordan lake. You'll find Zen, fiber internet, and more than a little magic here.

Cheerful 2-bedroom home in quiet cul de sac
Bright and lovely duplex nestled away in a quiet cul de sac. Duke and downtown are reachable in minutes, and there's a Harris Teether within walking distance. Enjoy the outdoor space, or relax in the living room sorrounded by art and music. Accessibility: The sidewalk and entryway are not wheelchair accessible, guests using wheelchairs may need assistance.
Popular amenities for Durham house rentals
House rentals with a pool

1 story Ranch in South Durham/RTP/UNC/Duke/ RDU

Entire 2 BR Home in Midtown

Peaceful, townhome in Hope Valley Farms

3bd Lake pool access near Duke UNC Southpoint

Designer home close to RDU and downtown, sleeps 12

The Cozy Cottage - 10 Min From UNC

Relaxing Raleigh Retreat w/HEATED POOL & Hot tub

Family Retreat w/ NEW POOL - Durham
Weekly house rentals

Downtown Durham Apartment with a View

The Littlest House

Parent, Healthcare, Work Travel, Midterm discount

Sara P Duke Studio ( Hot Tub)

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

Garden Retreat Near Downtown, Duke, UNC & RDU

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

Sunny Home With Soaring Ceilings
Private house rentals

The Green Cottage • Cozy Luxe 3BR Near Duke

Enjoy the Legendary Urban Villas

Near Duke, Southpoint, UNC

Charming Retreat Near Downtown Durham

Modern - Downtown, RTP, RDU, Duke, DPAC, Hospitals

Screen Porch & Close to Duke

Casa Rosa - 2BR West End Bungalow

Oakview Oasis ~ Serene ~ Private ~ BBQ
When is the best time to visit Durham?
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | $152 CAD | $155 CAD | $161 CAD | $172 CAD | $192 CAD | $168 CAD | $165 CAD | $161 CAD | $158 CAD | $176 CAD | $179 CAD | $162 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 Durham

Total vacation rentals
Explore 1,080 vacation rentals in Durham

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Durham vacation rentals start at $14 CAD per night before taxes and fees

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

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Find 410 rentals that welcome pets

Vacation rentals with a pool
70 properties feature pools

Rentals with dedicated workspaces
690 properties have a dedicated workspace

Wifi availability
1,050 of Durham vacation rentals include wifi access

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

4.8 Average rating
Durham stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.8 out of 5!

Nearby attractions
Durham’s top spots, include American Tobacco Campus, Durham Bulls Athletic Park, and Sarah P. Duke Gardens
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