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Historically Hip on Hale-3 Kings, Walkable to shops, 3 minutes to Duke

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A modern kitchen with a large island, stainless steel sink, and pendant lighting.
A modern kitchen with a central island, stainless steel appliances, and wooden beams.
A modern kitchen with a dining area, wooden ceiling beams, and a chandelier.
A modern living room with a large TV, a wooden ceiling, and a dining area in the background.
A white house with a green door, numbered 1012, and a porch with chairs.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 1% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Top-rated comfy beds

    Guests liked the comfy beds here.

  • Firepit available

    One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.

  • Centrally-located

    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

  • Discover nearby landmarks

    Near Duke University
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Firepit
  • Porch or veranda

Explore the area

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Durham, NC
  • Place, Duke University
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Sarah P. Duke Gardens
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Northgate Mall
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Airport, Raleigh, NC (RDU-Raleigh - Durham Intl.)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

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

Bathroom 2

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

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen

About this property

Historically Hip on Hale-3 Kings, Walkable to shops, 3 minutes to Duke

Historic & Hip this Renovated 1930s bungalow in Old West Durham is extremely walkable!Enjoy a stylish experience at this centrally-located home with 3 king bedrooms, 2 large baths, open kitchen/Living and dining room! Rocking chair front porch and firepit w/fenced in yard! Amazing safe neighborhood walkable to shops, bars & restaurants! By Duke Hospital, NC school of Math & Science, VA hospital, Duke East campus & downtown! Enjoy all new amenities for entertaining and enjoying family & friends!

Welcome to Historically Hip on Hale a charming and spacious home for your getaway for friends and family! Enjoy the bright home with an open concept and one floor living with a huge open living area, with living room, dining area, and kitchen, with a walk in pantry! There are three large bedrooms, all have king beds, smart TVs, ceiling fans, and closets,- the master bedroom is an en-suite with walk in shower and large walk in closet! The guest bedrooms are open and spacious and bright! The hall bath has a tub and shower with a nice size vanity! Enjoy your morning coffee or your happy hour on the rocking chair front porch and watch the world go by! Or relax by the fire pit in the private fenced in backyard! Pet friendly with a $200 pet fee for up to 2 fur babies. This is such a gem you won’t be disappointed with this home! Fully renovated and designed by Stacy Morgan Designs.

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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

Pets allowed: limit 2 total

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

When bringing a pet you need to add them to your reservation. There is a question that says are you bringing pets slide the bar over to add them.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3390763vb
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Durham

Located in Durham, this holiday home is in the city centre. Travellers who have shopping on the agenda can visit Streets at Southpoint Mall and Brier Creek Commons. Sarah P. Duke Gardens and Durham Performing Arts Center are also worth visiting. Relax and indulge in the area's winery tours and health/beauty spas, or seek out an adventure with mountain biking and hiking nearby.
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Durham, NC

What's nearby

  • Duke University - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Sarah P. Duke Gardens - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Northgate Mall - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Nasher Museum of Art at Duke University - 3 min drive - 1.7 km
  • North Carolina Central University - 6 min drive - 6.0 km

Getting around

  • Durham Station - 8 min drive
  • Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪LRB Provisions - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Elmo's Diner - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Alpaca Peruvian Charcoal Chicken - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Cosmic Cantina - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Koi Sushi And Hibachi - ‬17 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Historically Hip on Hale-3 Kings, Walkable to shops, 3 minutes to Duke pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Historically Hip on Hale-3 Kings, Walkable to shops, 3 minutes to Duke ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historically Hip on Hale-3 Kings, Walkable to shops, 3 minutes to Duke ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Historically Hip on Hale-3 Kings, Walkable to shops, 3 minutes to Duke located?

Located in the heart of Durham, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Sarah P. Duke Gardens, Duke University and Duke University Hospital. Northgate Mall and Nasher Museum of Art at Duke University are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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. 43 out of 45 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 45 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 45 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 45 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 45 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really nice place that is convenient to Duke.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property that’s very close to grocery store and restaurants. Comes with the quirks of a historic home, but it was the perfect space for our family. Beds were comfortable and AC worked great.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Accurate pictures and a well equipped kitchen in a quite neighbourhood.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed the location and very comfortable vibe of the house. Great place to stay with our pet while visiting our son in college. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location near Duke University, restaurants and shopping. Spacious layout and nicely decorated home. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming home with a lovely & responsive host. A perfect place for family time while visiting our son at college.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

great Durham stay

Perfect place for a family visit. great location and really responsive host
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay

Amazing House, great communication with management
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 20 December 2023
Thank you! I am so happy that you enjoyed the home and your stay! We appreciate you choosing to stay with us and hope to have you back again in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was beyond wonderful. Will definitely book again! Stacy, the host, was so kind and responded to all messages within minutes.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great base for college touring

We stayed with our 17 year olds and it was perfect space. Great location, clean, great bathrooms and Stacey was super responsive
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Visit

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. House was clean, roomy and very convenient to Durham attractions! Totally recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Durham stay

This was a beautifully decorated home with comfortable beds, great kitchen, nice bathrooms and all the amenities as described. We enjoyed our stay very much!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 26 July 2023
Thank you! I am so happy that you enjoyed the home and your stay! We appreciate you staying with us and hope to have you back again in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay in the heart of Durham

Cozy, well furnished, adorable house in the best location in Durham! Very clean and great communication throughout the stay. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great house close to campus!

We had a great stay at this beautiful home! It was an easy walk to campus, clean, and the host had great communication! Will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Charming

Well appointed, charming decor, great location for touring Duke!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Location

We loved staying here. We were in town for a wedding at the Duke Chapel and this house was in the perfect location. Only 3 minutes away and it was extremely close to everything else in town. The decorations were also great!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 20 December 2023
Thank you! I am so happy that you enjoyed the home and your stay! We appreciate you choosing to stay with us and hope to have you back again in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Host, Great Place, Great Location

We had a great stay at this property. The place was very nice and true to the listing and pictures. The location was very convenient to Duke and Downtown Durham and the neighborhood was very nice. The host was very proactive and communications were good.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a fantastic experience at this VRBO in Durham. The house was exceptionally clean and well-maintained. We loved the location—the neighborhood felt very safe and was convenient for everything we wanted to do. Communication with the owners was a breeze; they were friendly, quick to respond, and made the whole process stress-free. It's truly a great place for any guest.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Durham stay

The property was clean and comfortable. The kitchen had nice dishes and pots and the host left us coffee, popcorn and a bottle of wine which was a nice touch. I would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Spacious, Comfortable King-Sized Beds!, Great Area

Very comfortable
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 25 November 2023
Thank you! I am so happy that you enjoyed the home!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful!

We had a wonderful weekend!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

In town home

We had a terrific stay in the town of Durham. The location was convenient for walking, restaurants, sightseeing. The bedrooms and living space were comfy. The kitchen was nicely updated.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Comfortable, stylish stay!

This home’s location in the perfect neighborhood near Duke was just what we were looking for. The three beds were especially comfortable and the beautiful interior design was much appreciated. Check in and out was super easy and the host very communicative. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

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