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Tree-Lined Durham Escape w/ Chef’s Kitchen

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

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4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6217 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Durham, NC
  • Place, Mechanics & Farmers Bank
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Beechwood Cemetery
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Forest Hills Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Raleigh, NC (RDU-Raleigh - Durham Intl.)
    ‪19 min drive‬

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About the area

Durham

With a stay at this vacation home in Durham, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Duke University and Duke University Hospital. .This vacation home is 5.2 mi (8.4 km) from Research Triangle Park and 9 mi (14.5 km) from University of North Carolina.

What's nearby

  • Mechanics & Farmers Bank - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Beechwood Cemetery - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Forest Hills Park - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Duke University - 6 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Research Triangle Park - 9 min drive - 7.6 km

Getting around

  • Durham Station - 10 min drive
  • Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tacos Number Juan - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Chicken Hut - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Let's Eat Soul Food - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Cocoa Cinnamon - ‬5 min drive

About this property

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

Tree-Lined Durham Escape w/ Chef’s Kitchen

Relax into peaceful Durham living in this tree-lined Rockwood retreat near Duke University and downtown. Designed for gathering, unwinding, and extended stays, the home blends cozy comfort with elevated touches throughout.
✔ Chef’s kitchen + wine fridge
✔ Sunny workspace + Google Fiber Wi-Fi
✔ Luxe king Tempur-Pedic bed
✔ Private deck overlooking lush backyard
✔ Pet-friendly with parking for 3 cars

Your hosts at Delighted Properties are local to Durham and available if anything comes up during your stay. We’re happy to provide recommendations for restaurants, coffee shops, breweries, trails, and local favorites throughout the Bull City. Please feel free to reach out via the messaging app or by phone if you have any questions or need recommendations.

Nestled in Durham’s beloved Rockwood neighborhood, the home offers a rare blend of peaceful residential charm and easy access to the city’s best restaurants, shops, and cultural spots.

Tree-lined streets, mature landscaping, and quiet surroundings make the neighborhood ideal for morning walks, evening jogs, or simply slowing down after a busy day exploring Durham or visiting Duke University.

You’ll be just a short drive from many local favorites, including:
✔ Foster’s Market
✔ Saltbox Seafood Joint
✔ Nana’s
✔ Wine Authorities
✔ Downtown Durham
✔ Duke University & Duke Hospital
✔ Durham Bulls Athletic Park

Guests especially love the balance of feeling tucked away in a calm, park-like setting while still being close to everything Durham has to offer.

You’ll have the entire home to yourself, offering full privacy and space to relax, gather, and settle in comfortably during your stay in Durham.
Guests enjoy full access to:
• All three bedrooms and two-and-a-half bathrooms
• Spacious main living areas, including den, living room, dining room, and kitchen
• Private back deck with gas grill and seating
• Lush, tree-lined backyard
• Driveway parking for up to 3 vehicles
• Laundry room located on the second floor
The home is designed to feel easy to live in, whether you’re here for a weekend visit, a family gathering, a Duke event, or an extended stay in the Triangle.

Thoughtfully designed for comfortable, easy living, this peaceful Durham retreat offers the warmth of a true home with the elevated touches guests love for longer stays, family visits, and weekends near Duke University and downtown.

Downstairs Living Spaces
The main floor was designed for gathering and relaxing, with multiple inviting spaces to spread out throughout the day.
The cozy den offers comfortable seating for movie nights, game days, or slow evenings after exploring Durham. Just beyond, the sunny living room includes a dedicated workspace for remote work, reading, or morning coffee.
At the heart of the home is a spacious, exceptionally well-equipped kitchen that guests consistently rave about. Whether you’re preparing holiday meals, hosting family, or simply enjoying breakfast before a Duke event, you’ll find the kitchen thoughtfully stocked with the cookware, tools, and space you actually want to use.
The home also includes:
✔ Formal dining room for shared meals
✔ Eat-in kitchen seating
✔ Wine fridge
✔ Multiple gathering spaces for families and groups
✔ High-speed Google Fiber Wi-Fi
✔ Fast streaming and remote-work friendly setup

Outdoor Space
Step outside to a private deck overlooking a lush backyard filled with mature trees and native plantings. Grill dinner on the gas grill, enjoy a quiet morning coffee, or unwind while listening to the birds in one of Durham’s most peaceful residential neighborhoods.
If you visit during azalea season, the yard is especially beautiful.

Upstairs Bedrooms & Baths
All three bedrooms are located upstairs, creating a quiet separation between living and sleeping spaces.
The primary bedroom features:
✔ King-sized Tempur-Pedic adjustable bed
✔ Spacious layout
✔ Calm, relaxing atmosphere
Two additional guest bedrooms each include queen beds and generous closet space, making the home comfortable for families, couples traveling together, visiting professionals, and extended stays.
Both upstairs bathrooms include bathtubs — ideal for families with children or guests looking to relax after a day exploring Durham.

You’ll also find the washer and dryer conveniently located on the second floor.

Good to Know
✔ Pet-friendly (dogs only, up to 2)
✔ Driveway parking for up to 3 vehicles
✔ Convenient to Duke University, Duke Hospital, downtown Durham, and local dining favorites
✔ Ideal for extended stays, relocations, graduations, and family visits

Hosted locally by Delighted Properties, we love sharing Durham through thoughtful hospitality, local recommendations, and a stay designed to feel welcoming, comfortable, and genuinely relaxing.

🚗 Getting Around

This home sits in Durham’s peaceful Rockwood neighborhood—offering a quiet, tree-lined residential setting with easy access to Duke University, downtown Durham, and the broader Triangle area.

The area feels tucked away and residential, yet you’re still just a short drive from Durham’s best restaurants, parks, and cultural destinations.

You’ll be close to:
• Duke University – ~5–10 minute drive
• Duke Hospital – ~10 minutes by car (~3 miles)
• Downtown Durham – ~10–15 minute drive
• Rockwood Shopping Center & local dining – ~5 minutes
• RDU Airport – ~20–25 minutes by car

From the home, it’s easy to explore Durham by car, rideshare, or bike. You can quickly reach downtown for dining and events, Duke’s campus for visits and graduations, or nearby neighborhoods known for cafés, shops, and local favorites.

The home also offers a comfortable base for longer Triangle-area stays, with straightforward access to major routes including NC-147, I-40, and I-85, making travel to RTP, Chapel Hill, and Raleigh simple.

Guests have:
• Free driveway parking for up to 3 vehicles
• Additional free street parking in the neighborhood
• Easy highway access for Triangle travel

Perfect for:
• Duke University visits and graduations
• Duke Hospital and medical stays
• Family visits and extended stays
• Remote work and relocations
• Weekend trips exploring Durham and the Triangle

ℹ️ Good to Know
We want every guest to have a comfortable and enjoyable stay, and we kindly ask that guests treat the home and neighbors with care and respect.
A few important notes before booking:
• Quiet hours begin at 10 PM out of respect for neighbors
• Up to 2 well-behaved pets are welcome with prior approval & pet fee. Please be sure to clean up after pets in the yard.
• Parties and large gatherings are not permitted
• This is a non-smoking property
• Please note the home is not specifically child-proofed
• For the safety of our guests, neighbors, and properties, we use a secure third-party screening provider, Safely, as part of the reservation process. By confirming the reservation, guests agree to this screening. Guests may receive a follow-up email to verify identity and confirm reservation details. Please check your spam folder if you do not see this message.
• Airbnb Services or Experiences hosted by third parties are not permitted at the property without prior written approval. Unauthorized events, services, productions, or commercial activities may result in immediate cancellation of the reservation without refund.

For stays longer than 29 nights, additional terms may apply.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,330 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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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Tree-Lined Durham Escape w/ Chef’s Kitchen Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 9 reviews
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Andy A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

William D., Stuart, Florida

Liked: Cleanliness
The house was very nicely equipped. The only missing appliance is a toaster. We had to use the over to toast a bagel in the morning. The only problem is the a/c is programmed to turn off every few hours so that you have to keep turning it back on. The backyard was wonderful.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robbie P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderfully Comfortable

We have stayed in many VRBO homes over the years, this one was exceptional. Very clean and welcoming. The beds were comfortable and anything we needed was provided. The kitchen was a dream to cook in, well stocked. The property manager was wonderful to work with. We stayed in this home for 28 days and it felt like we were in our own home. When we visit this area in the future we will definitely be staying here. Thanks for the amazing hospitality.
Stayed 25 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great property, Vrbo app difficulties

Absolutely fantastic property to stay in. Kitchen well stocked and easy to cook in. Beds very comfy. We had difficulty communicating via vrbo with property manager. Also expected a confirmation email from vrbo which resulted in a bit of anxiety, all that no reflection on the property or it’s managers. Also, spent 30 minutes trying to get Vrbo on the phone, again no reflection on the property.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

anne f.

Liked: Cleanliness

A Charming Respite

We loved the gardens and the neighborhood for walking, resting, and just taking in all the mature landscaping. The interior too was comfortable. The furnishings and layout were thoughtful and well appointed. The kitchen had just about any tool you could want. We were not here for business but the location was prime, with commutes into town mere minutes.
Stayed 28 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Montralius M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great

Excellent stay
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024