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An urban oasis in downtown Winston-Salem

Apartment in Winston-Salem with kitchen and patio

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The best place for coffee in the morning
The blue bedroom has a king tempurpedic bed and lots of light.
The apartment has twelve foot ceilings and a peaceful feel.
Pink bedroom sweet with a queen bed, desk & chair, side tables.
Kitchen: stove/oven, microwave, dishwasher, fridge, garbage disposal.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 492.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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  • Place, Benton Convention Center
  • Place, Old Salem
  • Place, Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center
  • Airport, Winston-Salem, NC (INT-Smith Reynolds)

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

An urban oasis in downtown Winston-Salem


Top unit of a three-family house, this 1000sq ft two bedroom, one bath apartment is in the heart of downtown Winston-Salem. It is an ideal location two blocks away from all of the action of Fourth and Trade Streets, tucked into a funky, tree-lined neighborhood that is pleasantly quiet and private.

Walkable to all the downtown hotspots, including the BB&T Ball Park, the Hanes Theater, Hanes Park, millennium Center, Benton Convention Center, Washington Park, the Stevens Center, the Children's Museum, Bailey Park, the Innovation Quarter, Old Salem, Aperture Theater, Sawtooth, YMCA, Washington Perk Market and all of the restaurants, cafes, bars, breweries, coffee shops and art studios that downtown has to offer.

Bike trails, walking trails, the Strollway and dog parks surround the apartment.

The apartment is centrally located, immediately on a bus stop and close to Business I-40 and Rt. 421. Wake Forest University and Hospital, Forsyth Hospital, Winston Salem State University, Southeastern Center for Contemporary Arts, NC School of the Arts, Whole Foods, Publix, Harris Teeter, Food Lion, Hanes Mall, Old Salem Lake, Rock Quarry Park, are within a ten minute drive or less.

Pilot Mountain and Hanging Rock are excellent for hiking and within a thirty minute drive. Fifteen minutes from here is the oldest medicinal herbal garden in the United States. It's located in Bethabara, which, along with Old Bethania are great spots of history.

Greensboro, NC is about 30 minutes away and High Point, NC is 20 minutes away (that's where the Furniture Market is). Piedmont Triad International Airport (PTI/GSO) is 17-20 minutes away.

The space itself is clean, bright and airy. The kitchen may be the crown jewel of the apartment, with half of it encased in glass, allowing for lots of light and pretty views as you enjoy your morning coffee or evening wine. It has white quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances (including a dishwasher and garbage disposal) and a reclaimed granite backsplash. We've got it stocked with coffee, tea, a bit of breakfast and your kitchen essentials. Hardwood floors are throughout the apartment, minus the bathroom, which is tiled.

The bathroom is remodeled and squeaky clean. There are bathroom basics stocked: hair dryer, soap, shampoo, conditioner, lotion, disposable razors, toothpaste etc. All of the toiletries are natural & organic.

There are two bedrooms, each with a king sized bed, small drawers, a desk and a place to sit. Both bedrooms have closets with luggage racks and hangers. One of the bedrooms has a small laundry closet with a stackable washer/dryer unit. We provide all natural laundry detergent.

The living room has a comfy couch that could sleep one. There is a TV & Amazon fire stick & very fast wireless internet. There is *not* cable.

The apartment has two decks - a spacious one great for lounging and eating outside when the weather is nice, and another one out back being remodeled & extended mid-June 2019 for gazing at the pines or watching the fireflies.

The apartment features filtered water throughout - we have a whole house water filtration system. As mentioned above, there is free, fast Internet.

There is no smoking in the apartment.

We have a compost bin and recycle if you like those things.

The property is surrounded by plants and trees - and depending on time of year, vegetables, figs, blueberries, passion vines and kiwis - lending a feel of privacy or that you are living in a tree house, despite having downtown W-S in the view from your window, a minute or two walk away.

Winston-Salem is enjoying the surge of the local food movement, with many independent restaurants supporting local farmers and the farmer's market. Krankie's Wherehouse, Muddy Creek, Mary's Gourmet Diner, Black Mountain Chocolate and Twin City Hive are some locavore gems to explore.

We invite all travelers, explorers, students, teachers, wanderers, artists, folks going to conferences or interviews and everyone else to stay with us.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
We have a baby gate
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Absolutely no smoking - $200 fee for smoking

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Leave thermostat AC on 71 in warm weather & 65 on heat in cold weather.
Put away ironing boards/iron if you’ve used them
Message us when you leave
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Noon check out is firm. $75 fee for late check out without approval.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Winston-Salem

Located in Winston-Salem, this apartment is in the city centre. Forest Hills and Airbound Trampoline Park are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Hanes Mall and Reynolda Manner Shopping Center. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Truist Stadium or Joe White Tennis Center at Hanes Park. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including birdwatching.
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Winston-Salem, NC

What's nearby

  • Benton Convention Center - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Truist Stadium - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Old Salem - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Winston Salem State University - 2 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • High Point Station - 25 min drive
  • Winston-Salem, NC (INT-Smith Reynolds) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Foothills Brewing - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Downtown Grille - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Young Cardinal - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Second & Green Tavern - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Mellow Mushroom - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is An urban oasis in downtown Winston-Salem pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at An urban oasis in downtown Winston-Salem?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at An urban oasis in downtown Winston-Salem?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is An urban oasis in downtown Winston-Salem located?

Located in the heart of Winston-Salem, this apartment building is within a 15-minute walk of Benton Convention Center, Truist Stadium and Frank L. Horton Museum Center. Home Moravian Church and Old Salem are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 120 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 120 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 120 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 120 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Kirsten H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Nice location and easy to connect with owners.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tree H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Happy Holidays

Loved staying here again
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

MaryBeth N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location

The location can't be beat for walking to downtown. Everything was great, comfy beds, and Jillian was very responsive.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Theresa S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely stay!

A great property! Perfectly placed in WS! Neat as a pin with comfortable beds! The kitchen was full of light and we enjoyed the view of the backyard trees and the many birds at the bird feeders! Definitely a place to stay at again!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A quick trip

My husband and I stayed 2 nights with our 18 yo son who was running in the Adidas National track meet. We weren’t at the apartment much, but it was very clean and we appreciated the extra space. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Agnes C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Visit. We were in the city to enjoy family. The location was ideal.

The rental property was great. Nice & clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Craig D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy retreat with great walkable access to downtown.

Even better than expected. Fantastic light-filled kitchen, we could have lingered for hours. For us, this is a perfect place to stay while exploring Winston-Salem. The host was extremely responsive. We will return if we visit town again. A
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

tracy z., Hinsdale, IL

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

We utilized our stay to shop, organize and move our son into college, it was a perfect size, perfect location and very clean and roomy. Exactly what we needed for the weekend. I would stay again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ryan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful location and accommodation

Exactly as listed. Fantastic base for visiting colleges in the greater Winston-Salem area.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robin C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful older house in quiet neighborhood

Easy walk to downtown area restaurants and sights. Quiet area with lots of birds and greenery to view from the well lit kitchen. Bed was comfy. Perfect get away location for exploring WS area.
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elissa S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A great stay

We had a great stay! Quiet street. Clean house! Walkable to eateries. We drove to hanging rock state park and high point university. This house was perfect for our needs.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Raimonda M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent choice

Very roomy for the price, clean, quiet neighborhood, walking distance to brewery and shops. We were visiting a relative and the comfy living room accommodated all 5 of us.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Deborah D., Mechanicsville, Maryland

Super cute and comfy!

My son and I traveled to Winston-Salem to visit Wake Forest and we were lucky to stay at Jillian’s! Easy to find in a cute neighborhood, her place was well-stocked, clean and comfy. She was very friendly and responsive while being there in case we needed anything. Highly recommend her place if you are in the neighborhood!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Emma W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute & charming spot in the heart of Winston!

This was one of my favorite VRBOs I’ve ever stayed in! The place is perfectly located- you can get anywhere downtown by walking. It’s in a quiet neighborhood with plenty of street parking. The apartment is very spacious and there’s some outdoor areas too if you want to sit outside with a cup of coffee in the morning. The hosts answered all of our questions within minutes and were very helpful. Would absolutely recommend booking!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marian L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clean & siP

The apartment was very clean & simple. It had everything we needed. There is a beautiful view out of the kitchen window at the night sky. Beds were comfortable & clean. Sweet black cat was our greeter every time we came back to the apartment.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ann N., Colorado

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Week with the family

Nice rental. Rooms are large and beds are very comfortable. Nice ceiling fans for air movement. The location is very convenient. Great for walks. Kitchen has windows that view the backyard and birds. Just are advertised. Would come back for sure
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely Adorable!

Loved this stay!!! The place was just as described and perfect in every way. Just the right amount of space. Owners communicated clearly and had lots of helpful information about the property and area. The bed and pillows were more comfortable than my ones at home. I honestly do not know when I had a more comfortable night's sleep! I absolutely loved everything about this place and would recommend it to anyone.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Location, location

Love the location of this apartment. Walkable to downtown. Pretty view from the kitchen area. Communication was great with Jillian minus a little snafu of her not sending me the check-in information so I had to track her down. She was in the mountains, so took a bit longer than expected. If you are a noise, sensitive, you may want to know that you can hear people below you providing they are around. It didn’t affect our stay personally.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jillian was a great host. Clear communication and our stay was wonderful. We would definitely rent again at the next conference.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our first stay here was when we were dropping our son off for freshman year at High Point. It’s an easy 30 minute ride and we thought this location would be a great spot to have access to a little culture, and his school. It was absolutely perfect! The location, the character of the home, the kitchen with all those windows and light and the orange tabby that hangs out on the porch. Everything! Needless to say, we had a second stay, this time we had 2 of our boys with us and they loved it too! It is now our home away from home and they don’t want to stay anywhere else. We are so happy to have found this little gem. We can’t wait to go back this year!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

robert C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We stayed here for a quick luttle getaway. Many Restaurants and the art district are walking distance. Comfy beds!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wedding trip

We were visiting for a wedding and this is a great spot to park and walk to restaurants, bars and shops. Cool spot-nice folks.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mandy O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Always a Fav!

Love this place!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janine Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location!!

Very walkable to restaurants, coffee, ice cream! Worked very well for us going to Duke one day and Charlotte the next day. Perfect in between spot. Great place, and hosts!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Christi D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Convenient Clean & Cozy

Great location and walkable! Owners should add to the rules listed on primary VRBO listing that they want you to remove your shoes upon entering rental and their quiet times are 8pm til 8am.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

About the host

Hosted by Jillian Teta

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We are your co-hosts, Keoni & Jillian! Keoni's family moved to W-S when he was just six years old, and although he has lived and traveled all over the US, Winston is where he calls home! Jillian is originally from Boston, MA & moved to Winston after her & Keoni met & finished up school. We have been living here together for ten years.

What makes this property unique

We have owned and lived in this home since 2007 - we care a lot about it. We will be your neighbors, when you are here. Being health care providers, we have a whole house water filtration system in the entire house, a very clean HVAC system, and solar power. We use non-toxic cleaning products, making it suitable for people who may have sensitivities.