Vacation rentals in Eli Whitney

Timberwood Tiny Home

Timberwood Tiny Home is a place to rest your head & heart in Efland, North Carolina. The peaceful retreat is down a country road approximately 10-minutes from downtown Hillsborough. The 200 square foot tiny home is on a private corner of 8-acres shared with our main house. It features Scandinavian-style details, two beds, a spacious porch, abundant natural light, a wood-fired hot tub, barrel sauna, cold plunge, and more. There are features of the home that may make it unsuitable for children.

TerraStay Farm Cabin 4: in Saxapahaw, 1/2 mi walk!

Promotions and events can be found on our website. TerraStay Farm offers sunrise-facing cottages in Saxapahaw within walking distance of the Haw River and all of Saxpahaw. The cottage is furnished with a queen bed with comfy linens (680-800 thread count), handmade furnishings, hickory hardwoods, a table for 4, a loveseat, a coffee table, and a kitchenette. French press & fresh coffee is provided. We are permitted up to four guests. There are up to 2 rollaway twins available upon request, FCFS.

Art, Beauty, Nature: A Woodland Retreat

Relax in our bright and artistic guest suite — all hand-built with unique touches throughout. -Private entrance & terrace -Comfortable king-sized bed -Smart TV -Kitchenette with small refrigerator, microwave, toaster oven -Private patio w/ patio lights & seating for 2 -Unique art -Complimentary coffee & tea Great for getaways, rest, retreats, time in nature! 15 mins from restaurants, cafes and the charming towns of Carrboro, Pittsboro, and Saxapahaw. 10-15 mins to Chapel Hill, 20 to UNC.

Artist's Studio

Originally the studio of a visual artist (long ago garden illustrator for The New York Times), this petite building is completely private. Firm queen bed. Mix of antiques and artisanal built-ins. Radiant heat. AC. Mini fridge and microwave, electric kettle, Chemex coffee maker and French Press, excellent wifi. Unique space in one of the best country neighborhoods around. 6.5 miles to Hillsborough healthy grocery store, 8 to Carrboro/Chapel Hill, 18 to Durham. Serene pond and grounds.

"Forest Garden" A One Bedroom Retreat

A 600 s.f. cottage retreat designed by Robert Phillips. One bedroom, full bath and kitchen, and spacious living room. Ten ft. ceilings and fine architectural details; terraced; fountains nestled in a tree grove on 10 acres with foot paths. 15-20 minutes to Chapel Hill/Carrboro, University of North Carolina; Pittsboro and the Saxapahaw arts community on the Haw River. When making a reservation there is a $30 per trip pet fee for each pet. WiFi: See "Other details to note" below.

Gorgeous Retreat - Close to CH/Carrboro/Saxapahaw

Welcome to our cozy craftsman guest suite! Private and peaceful - we're situated on 5 acres close to Carrboro/Chapel Hill (13 mi), UNC Hospitals (15 mi), Elon (20 mi), and the charming Village of Saxapahaw (5 mi). The guest suite is a spacious 500 sq ft with private entrance, full kitchen and bath, bedroom, and living area. With views into the woods and garden, it's a beautiful spot to get away, relax, and enjoy nature. Great for couples and solo travelers alike.

Secluded Treehouse - 27 acres on Terrells Creek

Private “Treehouse” Home on 27 acres in the woods. Enjoy Walking trails, creek, fire pit, outdoor games, hammocks, swings . 20 mins to downtown Pittsboro, Carrboro, Chapel Hill, Jordan Lake -40 mins to Raleigh, Cary and Durham but worlds away from it all. Come relax and remember what it’s like to be away from noise and light pollution and hear only crickets at night. 1 King bedroom + private loft with king and queen beds. (loft accessed by stair ladder).

Beautiful converted school bus in Saxapahaw NC

Light filled school bus in country setting. 1 mile from the Village of Saxapahaw located on the Haw River. Queen bed in bedroom & futon couch pulls out to a small double bed. Bus is complete with full kitchen, stove, SMEG fridge, full bath & composting toilet. Quick trip to Saxapahaw for great food at the General Store, The Eddy or Left Bank Butchery; beer at Haw River Ales; coffee at Cup 22; music at the Haw River Ballroom; kayak on the Haw River.

Friendship Cottage

Minutes from restaurants/shopping, this cozy cottage sits in front of a working goat farm while maintaining a private entrance/yard. Handicapped friendly, incl. paved drive, wide doorways, zero entry shower, no stairs. Modern amenities. 16x80 Dog Run. Rock on the porch, play in the yard, see the horses on a walk to the pond (not seen from cottage). Wooded trail accessible from pond is .7 mile. See house/pet rules before booking.

Historic 1910 Mill House with deck & fire pit

Escape to Clayton's Place, a restored 1910 lake-view mill house perfect for 4 guests. This pet-friendly retreat features 2 bedrooms (king, bunks), a modern kitchen, a dedicated workspace with fast Wi-Fi, and a large fenced yard. Enjoy serene mornings on the porch, evenings by the fire pit, and the convenience of an on-site EV charger. A peaceful, historic getaway just minutes from Mebane, Burlington, and Elon University.

Guest House at Dinner Bell Farm Stay

Enjoy a comfy retreat on our beautiful organic farm – yet you will be only a short drive from the village of Saxapahaw and a wide variety of sites to see and activities to do all around us. Relax and enjoy our 40 acres of pastures, forest, and gardens. Sit under the huge oak tree outside your porch, nap or daydream in the hammock, watch the sunset over the fields and the stars come out, tell stories around the fire pit.

Second Home in Pittsboro, NC

This newly remodeled home is on 4 wooded acres in Pittsboro. It is one mile from Chatham Park, and close to the downtown shops and restaurants. It is convenient to drive to Jordan Lake, Fearrington Village, Chaple Hill, Apex, and Cary. Chatham County is one of the fastest growing in the state, but Pittsboro retains it's historic and eclectic roots. We are pet-friendly, with a fenced in backyard.