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3 Mi to Duke: Downtown Durham Cottage!

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Durham Vacation Rental | 2BR | 2BA | 900 Sq Ft | 5 Steps Required
Kitchen | Central Air Conditioning & Heating | Single-Story Cottage
Cottage Exterior | Keyless Entry | Close to Downtown Attractions
Living Room | Smart TV | Free WiFi
Living area

Reviews

6.0 out of 10
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 483.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Full Bathroom

Full Bathroom

Spaces

Kitchen
Separate dining area

About this property

3 Mi to Duke: Downtown Durham Cottage!

Dog Friendly w/ Fee | In-Unit Laundry | < 1 Mi to Durham Performing Arts Center

Nestled in the lively heart of downtown Durham, with easy access to restaurants, colleges, and hospitals, this 2-bedroom, 2-bath vacation rental cottage provides an ideal base for long term rental. Catch a show at the Carolina Theatre, cheer on the Bulls at DBAP, or explore Duke’s Nasher Museum of Art. As evening unfolds, make some popcorn in the kitchen and stream seamlessly on the Smart TV.

-- THE PROPERTY --

SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
- Bedroom 1: 1 king bed
- Bedroom 2: 1 queen bed

MAIN FEATURES
- Smart TV, dining table
- En-suite bathrooms

KITCHEN
- Dishwasher, refrigerator, stove/oven, microwave
- Cooking basics
- Drip coffee maker

GENERAL
- Free WiFi
- Central A/C & heating
- Washer/dryer
- Linens/towels, complimentary toiletries

FAQ
- Pet fee (paid pre-trip)

ACCESSIBILITY
- Single-story cottage, 5 steps required to enter

PARKING
- Driveway (1 vehicle)
- Free street parking (first-come, first-served)

-- THE LOCATION --

- Downtown location close to dining & nightlife
- 0.8 miles to Durham Performing Arts Center
- 1 mile to Durham Bulls Athletic Park & Missy Lane's Assembly Room
- 2 miles to North Carolina Central University
- 3 miles to Duke University & Hospital
- 10 miles to Eno River State Park
- 14 miles to Raleigh-Durham International Airport

-- REST EASY WITH US --

Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you’ll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we’ll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we’ll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.

-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- Pet friendly w/ $75 fee (+ fees & taxes, dogs only, 1 max)
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- This single-story property requires 5 steps to enter

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
A maximum of 1 pet is allowed.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Durham

Durham is home to this cottage. Eno River State Park and William B. Umstead State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Durham Performing Arts Center and Sarah P. Duke Gardens. Museum of Life and Science and Waller Family Farm are also worth visiting.
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Durham, NC

What's nearby

  • Durham Convention Center - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Carolina Theatre - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Durham Performing Arts Center - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Durham Bulls Athletic Park - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Duke University - 3 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Durham Station - 18 min walk
  • Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Little Bull - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Surf Club - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Glass Jug Beer Lab - Downtown Durham - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Durham Beer Garden - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Motorco Music Hall - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is 3 Mi to Duke: Downtown Durham Cottage! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at 3 Mi to Duke: Downtown Durham Cottage!?

As of 26 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 3 Mi to Duke: Downtown Durham Cottage! on 6 June 2026 start from NZ$195, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at 3 Mi to Duke: Downtown Durham Cottage!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 3 Mi to Duke: Downtown Durham Cottage!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 3 Mi to Duke: Downtown Durham Cottage!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 3 Mi to Duke: Downtown Durham Cottage! located?

Situated in Durham, this cottage is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Downtown Durham Dog Park and 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from Duke University. Fullsteam Brewery and Carolina Theatre are also within 15 minutes. Durham Station is 18 minutes by foot.

Reviews

6.0
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 3 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Check-in

7.4/10

Communication

6.0/10

Location

6.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shameka W.

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

Great Location!!!!

My family came to town for a funeral, the location and the amenities were perfect for our needs. Thank you to the hosts for being so gracious and approving our reservation quickly! They really made a difficult time for our family much easier.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Susan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Durham

It was a cute house that needs a few tweaks. More eating utensils and glasses needed—only “cheap” flatware for 4 (had to wash something if needed to use another one when preparing food). There were no “regular” glasses, only 4 wines and 1 margarita glass. The garbage disposal was locked up and no repairs until after we left. Lg and sm appliances were new.and adequate. Only parking for 1 car. Will be ok w a few upgrades.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Anna Katrina A.

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

Caution

I reserved this cottage in January 2025, for a late April weekend stay, and paid the deposit. The communication was not handled through VRBO, but instead through Evolve, and they were efficient, until the day of the stay. I informed the host that we would be arriving late and we were given the code an hour before check-in. When we arrived at midnight, we started entering the code on the key pad and someone opened the door from inside, and out rushed a dog…the other dog and cat stayed inside. The unit was already occupied and was, clearly, for some time. The occupant told us we were the 3rd couple to try and get into the unit. So there we were, sitting in a not-so-great neighborhood at 12:30am, calling the host, who did not respond. We called Evolve and they acknowledged our issue but could not offer us any solution until they contacted the host. They were also unable to reach the host so we had to find a hotel for the night and try to settle it in the morning. We woke to an email from Evolve saying that the host had cancelled our stay. We never heard a peep from the host, she never responded to my call or email, no acknowledgement or apology for what I will gently call her “oversight.” The lag in communication between the host and VRBO was hilarious; VRBO continued to ask how our stay was going, two days after the stay had been cancelled.I will give this “stay” one star simply because Evolve was available and efficient. The host, however, absolutely not.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

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