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Bright Modernist City-Escape

Holiday home with kitchen, near Duke University

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Living area
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Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Durham, NC
  • Place, Durham Performing Arts Center
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Durham Convention Center
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Duke University
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Raleigh, NC (RDU-Raleigh - Durham Intl.)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bunk Room

1 Single Bunk Bed

Primary Bedroom

1 King Bed

Queen Room

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Half Bath

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Primary Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Shared Hall Bath

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Bright Modernist City-Escape

Welcome to Hazel Modernist 5 - designed and built by Alicia Hylton-Daniel with her "sister," Modernist 6 next door.

Power walk to downtown, this sleek getaway is comfortable & livable. Fully equipped chefs kitchen opens into the large living & dining space, with Frame TV and fireplace. 3BR & side deck give plenty of space together or alone.

Each home by Alicia is infused with creative and new design concepts. This playful home embodies the irrepressible spirit & evolving style of Grace Jones.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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

No pets 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

About the area

Durham

Durham is home to this holiday home. Carolina Theatre and Manbites Dog Theater are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Wheels Fun Park and Museum of Life and Science. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Durham Bulls Athletic Park, or consider a night out at Dean Smith Center.
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Durham, NC

What's nearby

  • Durham Performing Arts Center - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Durham Convention Center - 16 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Carolina Theatre - 16 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Durham Bulls Athletic Park - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Duke University - 4 min drive - 4.0 km

Getting around

  • Durham Station - 3 min drive
  • Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Missy Lane’s Assembly Room - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Little Bull - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Hi-Wire Brewing - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Surf Club - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Durham Beer Garden - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Bright Modernist City-Escape pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Bright Modernist City-Escape?

As of 31 January 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bright Modernist City-Escape on 1 February 2026 start from NZ$726.32, 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 Bright Modernist City-Escape?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Bright Modernist City-Escape?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bright Modernist City-Escape?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Bright Modernist City-Escape located?

Situated in Durham, this holiday home is 0.5 mi (0.7 km) from Downtown Durham Dog Park and 1.8 mi (2.8 km) from Duke University. Scarborough House and Honey Girl Meadery are also within 15 minutes. Durham Station is 21 minutes by foot.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Katie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very easy to access and the house and decor were beautiful
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Patty M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Light and airy furnishings, spotless home and comfortable beds all within walking distance to downtown
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Margaret O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This location is convenient to downtown, and for us, to relatives. Everything was spotless, and there were many considerate touches that made life during our stay easier. Plenty of towels, a luggage rack for each bedroom, full-length mirrors in each -- the owner has thought things through well. The decor is lovely, with interesting art and even good literature. The bed was comfortable and we appreciated the bottled water, coffee, olive oil, and other basic supplies. We look forward to staying here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property, well appointed - everything you need for a stay. Convenient to downtown and restaurants, and events. Owner is great!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandon R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic house just a quick drive from downtown Durham. Host was very communicative and great. Would highly recommend to anyone looking to stay in the area
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Walter A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable, stylish, well-stocked. Great place!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

G K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent stay. Convenient, quiet, and so clean!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victor W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott L.

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

Acc baseball tournament weekend

Another great guys weekend watching baseball. The house was perfect! Very clean and Had everything needed
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maddy G.

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

Beautiful House

The house was very nice and clean and was exactly as advertised. We really enjoyed our stay here.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Crystal C.

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

Great Experience

The house was clean, fresh and airy. It was also well thought out with attention to detail and all of the necessities (cookware, towels, linens AND coffee) available. It is clear that the owner and prior guests have taken care with the home. An added touch is information about the area and history provided in the home. You won't be disappointed if you book this home. I definitely plan to return!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay S.

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

Cute and Clean

We loved our stay! No detail was neglected in designing and decorating this gorgeous house. The property was clean and comfortable, and included everything we needed for a wonderful weekend. I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brittany H.

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

Modern Stay

The house was beautiful and had nearly everything we could need. The master bedroom is very nice with some nice amenities and the other two bedrooms are a decent size.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ed J.

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

Nice upto date

Very nice. Didnt stay long enough
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda G.

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

COOL PLACE!

VERY NICE…superbly decorated! Very clean! Great location. Would love to stay there again…. OR in the sister unit, Tina, next door! 😁 Curious about the decor there!😁 Had everything we could possibly need for a getaway trip. Love the history of the area! Thanks for offering such an awesome place!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adrienne H.

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

Junior Olympic Retreat

I arrived to the house late but noticed that the neighborhood was still quiet. Walking into the house I was amazed at how beautiful and pristine it was. I am very leery about rental homes and hotels so my anxiety was on high. However, I found this property to be one of the best I have ever stayed in. The water pressure in the master shower could have been better but the fact that I felt at home the entire time made up for that. I have the same house rules for shoes so I immediately felt comfortable. The house is well decorated and had plenty of space for me and my family. If I didn’t mention how clean it was let me say it again. I have a habit of sanitizing everything and cleaning whenever I get to a hotel or house, I did just that and found nothing. I have found more dirt at new hotels. Thanks again for allowing us to stay in your home. This stay made our trip so much better and stress free. Hope to rent from you again soon!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nakia T.

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

Lovely Sister Homes for A Linesister Reunion

We booked these sister properties back in the summer for Duke homecoming. We had no idea that our football team would actually be good! Lol... We had two houses for 8 women coming together for the 30th anniversary of our induction to our sorority. The homes - Modernist 5 and Modernist 6 - were new construction in a transitioning neighborhood. The houses are beautifully decorated with a modern design flair. The neighborhood was quiet. We didn't see many folks outside or walking around, though we were gone quite a bit during our two day stay. We used the bigger unit - Modernist 6 - as our fellowship and dining space. It was easy to walk between the two properties. The location was perfect and about 10 minutes from Duke. Shopping was also nearby, as well as downtown Durham. The neighborhood is in transition, with another new house under construction across the street and 3-4 newer homes on the block. However, there is a pretty shabby house across the street and next door to Modernist 6. No scary. Just very shabby. We never felt unsafe. And, again, both houses were beautiful, new, and shiny... Check-in was easy, the host was even able to accommodate an early check-in for one of the houses. They did so without hesitation and with no extra charge. I highly recommend both Modernist 5 and Modernist 6!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

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