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2-BR apt/garden near downtown Durham arts & eats
A private, restful & artful 2-BR apt. hosted by one of fewer-than-20 Airbnb Belo Award winners in the world. 900 sq. ft. complete lower fl. of 1960s brick split-level on unpaved lane near park. Lush garden. Private entry; parking; lvng rm w/fireplace; bthrm/shwr; kitchenette only; generous amenities; wifi; TV. Superhost since 2014; 1,000 5-star reviews. 1 mi. DPAC/Durham Bulls; 1.5 mi. Carolina Theatre; 3 mi. Duke U/Med Cntr. No added cleaning fee. Host fully-vaccinated; same expected of guests.

Quiet, Clean, Scent-Free Guesthouse Near Duke!
New-construction (2022) spotlessly clean farmhouse-style guesthouse is 3 mins to Duke, 15 mins to UNC and 25 mins to Raleigh. Perfect for an RTP work trip or weekend alumni or family/student visit. Explore Durham (8 min drive to downtown Durham, DPAC, American Tobacco, etc.) or anywhere in the Triangle from this South Durham location in the charming Tuscaloosa-Lakewood neighborhood. Walking distance to a supermarket, Cocoa Cinnamon coffee shop and restaurants serving breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Duke On-Campus Apt, Modern & Cozy
This modern and cozy condo is located right on Duke University Campus -- walking or cycling distance from 9th street, Whole Foods, the Nasher Museum, Duke's Center for the Arts, Duke's Medical Campus, Duke Undergraduate Admissions, and the hearts of both East and West Campus. A 21 minute/16-mile ride from RDU, the apartment's nestled between the Campus Police Station, a private kindergarten, and Duke Gardens. The neighbors are kind and respectful and there's always plenty of off-street parking!

Main St Studio w Rooftop Patio!
Literally right on Main St in downtown Durham! You'll be close to EVERYTHING! DPAC, Durham Bulls, Carolina Theater, amazing restaurants and cafes, American Tobacco Campus' stores, restaurants and unique walkway. It's all within 3 blocks! Enjoy sunrise OR sunset overlooking the famous Lucky Strike Water Tower from the cozy rooftop patio. Or stroll home in a matter of MINUTES from a baseball game or DPAC show. Perfectly appointed apartment w all you'll need to have a great and relaxing stay!

Walk to Duke or Downtown- 1st floor 607B
Beautiful, nicely furnished 1st floor apt in a quiet neighborhood between Duke and Downtown Durham, walkable to both. Very comfortable beds with high thread count scent free linens. Fully equipped kitchen and bathroom with organic body wash, shampoo, conditioner, blow dryer & make up mirror. 2 miles from Duke and VA Hospitals. 2 blocks from restaurants and the Organic Co-op grocery store. Lots of well lit parking on-site. We hope you'll love the comforts and convenience of staying her

Bungalow retreat: spacious, light, easy access!
Comfortable, airy, light and stylish refurbished bungalow with a large kitchen, shower and bathroom, great outdoor space with a fenced in back yard, chickens, and various fruit trees. The place is centrally located between Duke University and downtown. It’s an easy walk to one of Durham’s best coffee shops, Coco Cinnamon and easy distance to the Durham Coop, Guglehupf, Nasher Museum, The Scrap Exchange, Lakewood, and many other great Durham spots. Private front and back entries, large deck.

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.

Tiny Farmhouse in the Heart of Durham
Enjoy the tiny experience without sacrificing the relaxations and comforts of home. Unwind in this quaint 1 bedroom 1 bath tiny farmhouse that’s equipped with full-sized appliances and tasteful amenities. The Farmhouse at Scout is nestled in Downtown Durham’s burgeoning Southside neighborhood and is extremely close to the best restaurants, shops, and activities that Durham has to offer. Major attractions: • DPAC: .8 mi • Durham Bulls: .8 mi • Farmer’s Market: 1.2 mi • Duke: 2.9 mi

Luxurious Modernist Tree House
Stunning, private, and truly one-of-a-kind—this unique home is perfect for a vacation, staycation, special occasion, or simply celebrating everyday life. Designed by renowned modernist architect Frank Harmon. The 2,128-square-foot residence sits on 1.3 acres and was crafted with meticulous attention to detail. Inside, you’ll feel nestled among the treetops while remaining conveniently close to restaurants, shopping, downtown Raleigh, WakeMed, UNC, Duke, and Research Triangle Park.

Walk 2 Duke, Cookery & dwntwn Child/inf. friendly.
A few minutes walk to Duke, the Cookery, downtown Durham. 6-minute walk to diner, coffee shop, food co-op. Our solar-powered 1936 home has a sunny LR, DR and kitchen. The cozy den has a foldout sofa and vintage rocker. 2 bedrooms with comfortable queen beds, desks and vintage armoires. Front porch with rocking chairs looks out over a garden of herbs and fragrant flowers maintained by the host, an award-winning garden designer. Deck with grill and table overlooks gardens and woods.

The Japandi Dome
Experience a taste of Japandi in this dome home on our small homestead, and enjoy the mind and body benefits of being closer to nature with the comforts of indoor amenities. This unique space is built with a full skylight to allow you to sleep under the night sky. Complete with heating and A/C for year-round comfort, a full zen-inspired bathroom, and luxury European bedding. Enjoy your meal around a Japanese inspired floor table with straw mats and meditation cushion for seating.

Perfectly Appointed @ Duke-Blue Devil Living!
Experience Duke at its best from our centrally located duplex between East & West Campus. With the campus bus stop right outside, easily explore Duke, Durham's museums, and local restaurants. Enjoy the perfect blend of comfort and style, featuring Little Waves coffee, a retro bathroom with eco-friendly products, and hotel-quality bedrooms. Duke Hospital is just minutes away, making our home ideal for your stay. Live like a Blue Devil at the heart of Duke and Durham. Book now.
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Destinations to explore
- Duke University
- PNC Arena
- North Carolina State University
- Raven Rock State Park
- Raleigh Convention Center
- Durham Bulls Athletic Park
- North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences
- Lake Johnson Park
- American Tobacco Campus
- Eno River State Park
- North Carolina Museum of Art
- William B. Umstead State Park
- University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
- Crabtree Valley Mall
- International Civil Rights Center & Museum
- North Carolina Museum of History
- Frankie's Fun Park
- Virginia International Raceway
- Carolina Theatre
- Elon University
- Durham Farmers' Market
- Museum of Life and Science
- Duke Chapel
- University Of North Carolina At Greensboro
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