10/10 Excellent
joseph n.
15 April 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy house
joseph n.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Entire home
Relaxing Cottage Retreat w/Firepit
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Reviews
9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 694 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Durham, NC
- Durham Performing Arts Center5 min drive
- Duke University5 min drive
- Duke University Hospital7 min drive
- Raleigh, NC (RDU-Raleigh - Durham Intl.)22 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Living Room
1 Double Sofa Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
About this property
Relaxing Cottage Retreat w/Firepit
Our inviting home is located in a family-friendly, walkable neighborhood. Start your day on the front porch watching the sun come up with your favorite beverage, then end your day on the back deck with a great meal and time by the firepit with smores for dessert. Inside you'll find everything you need. A well-stocked kitchen with plenty of prep space, a comfortable couch to sink into and watch TV, read, or play a game. Both large, ample bedrooms feature closets and spacious dressers to unpack, as well as ceiling fans ensuring you enjoy a full night's sleep. We truly love our home and have tried to maintain the original character where we can but not skimp on modern upgrades. We're also located about 5-6 blocks from Northgate Park and Ellerby Trail if you need some outside time. This cottage really has it all and we hope you enjoy your stay!
If you would like to stay longer than 28 days, please contact us directly.
If you would like to stay longer than 28 days, please contact us directly.
Property manager
Amanda and Mark Searle
Premier Host
Languages
English
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
No smoking anything - including vaping and cigars.
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 recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Durham
Located in Durham, this holiday home is in the city centre. Fullsteam Brewery and Triangle Brewing Company are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Glennstone Preserve and Eno River State Park. Consider Dean Smith Center for a night out or Museum of Life and Science if you're travelling with kids. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking.
Durham, NC
What's nearby
- Museum of Life and Science - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
- Durham Performing Arts Center - 5 min drive - 3.9 km
- Duke University - 5 min drive - 4.1 km
- Durham Bulls Athletic Park - 5 min drive - 4.3 km
- Duke University Hospital - 7 min drive - 5.8 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 13 min walk
- Zaxby's - 5 min drive
- Burger King - 3 min drive
- La Superior Carniceria - 19 min walk
- Panera Bread - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
8.4/10
Location
9.6/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
8/10 Good
Myles L.
20 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean and comfortable space
Myles L.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Scott M.
1 January 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cottage!
Scott M.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
8/10 Good
jessica h.
23 September 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice stay in Durham
jessica h.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Adamaris M.
9 March 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy comfortable space
Adamaris M.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Libby S.
19 December 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for a Cozy Weekend
Libby S.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
8/10 Good
Ajay G.
29 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Nice Little House
Ajay G.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jeffrey L.
16 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Great Place!!
Jeffrey L.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Isaac L.
4 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Isaac L.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
3 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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Verified traveller
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
4/10 Poor
Sandra D., Wilson NC
17 September 2023
Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, location
Not a place for kids of the 20 centery
Sandra D.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
About the host
Hosted by Amanda and Mark Searle
I am a Realtor and my husband is a Flight Attendant so we do travel a lot. We try to bring our dogs on most road trips. We enjoy outdoorsy stuff and we are both runners. Hiking and running trails are generally things we look for.
Why they chose this property
This home away from home awaits you - it's well-appointed with everything you need for your trip to Durham! Inside, there's plenty of space to relax in and with a smart tv ready for your own streaming logins, reliable wifi, a desk to work, and games and books galore - no one will be bored. The kitchen is well stocked making mealtime easy! Outside you'll find a gas grill, table for 6, and firepit for a relaxing evening with friends and loved ones you are travelling with.
What makes this property unique
We love the chill vibe our home has. As soon as we walk in we always feel at home and relaxed. This is our second home, not just an investment, so we have made our best effort to supply everything that we need when we are visiting. We love watching the sun come up on the front porch and relaxing in the evening on the back deck. The neighborhood is a quiet residential community and the neighbors love walking their dogs or just getting exercise throughout the day. They always wave making us feel welcome whenever we visit. We hope you enjoy our home away from home and feel the same way that we do when we are visiting. We often hate to leave.
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