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Light-filled Guesthouse Near Duke
Second floor of recently-built garage apartment in a charming, peaceful Durham neighborhood. Twenty minutes to RDU Airport, five minutes to Duke's East Campus and ten minutes to West Campus, we are an easy walk to a range of locally-owned restaurants. Lovely, light-filled apartment has a bedroom, full kitchen and living area, bathroom, private entrance, and patio with seating. Occasionally, we may have first-floor space available at extra cost. Well-behaved pets welcome. See below for fees.

Little House Old North Durham
Welcome to our little house in Old North Durham. The 380 square foot studio guest house (open concept) sits behind our Bungalow in a centrally located historic neighborhood.; a 15-20 minute walk to Durham's vibrant Central Park District and a little further to downtown. Close by restaurants, music, movies and shows. Sleeps 2 comfortably on queen bed, and 2 additional on convertible couch from IKEA. Living area joins kitchen and is open to bedroom (see photos). Vaulted ceilings create openness.

Lovely Studio with King Sized Tempur-Pedic
Experience the beauty of Duke Forest in your back yard! Cozy and quiet in the trees, yet 2 miles from Duke University. King sized tempur-pedic for an amazing nights sleep. Our wonderful studio apartment boasts a well-equipped kitchenette, a Roku device to access your streaming apps’ accounts. A beautiful, private deck with panoramic views of Duke Forest. Walk right onto Sheperd's Trail, curated by Duke University, from the back yard. 2 miles to Duke Hospital. 3 miles to downtown Durham.

Tiny Farmhouse in the Heart of Durham
Enjoy the tiny experience without sacrificing the relaxations and comforts of home. Unwind in this quaint 1 bedroom 1 bath tiny farmhouse that’s equipped with full-sized appliances and tasteful amenities. The Farmhouse at Scout is nestled in Downtown Durham’s burgeoning Southside neighborhood and is extremely close to the best restaurants, shops, and activities that Durham has to offer. Major attractions: • DPAC: .8 mi • Durham Bulls: .8 mi • Farmer’s Market: 1.2 mi • Duke: 2.9 mi

Private studio apartment steps from Downtown!
Compact studio steps from Downtown Durham with a private entry and free street parking! Well-stocked kitchenette and bathroom. Close to Duke and walkable to all of Downtown and more: ✦ 7+ coffee shops ✦ 10+ breweries ✦ Plenty of restaurants + bars ✦ DPAC, Durham Bulls + Durham Convention Center ✦ Central Park, Farmer's Market + Durham Food Hall ✦ Ellerbe Creek + American Tobacco Trails We live in the townhouse above the studio and are happy to assist with anything you might need.

Chic Modern Tiny House Nestled in the Trees
This 240 sq ft tiny house is situated on a serene 5 acre wooded property. Its a short drive to Hillsborough (10 min), Chapel Hill (15) and Durham (15). I wanted to create a space where guests can take time to rest and reset. Stylish decor, art-filled walls, and a full list of amenities make for a unique and cozy experience of home away from home. Take a step outside and you'll be surrounded by old hardwood trees and the soothing sounds of nature that make life here so peaceful

Reclaimed Beauty in Downtown's Cleveland-Holloway
Stay in a renovated, simplified Queen Anne-style home from 1915, located on the edge of Durham's Cleveland Holloway neighborhood with easy access to downtown's farmers market, restaurants, and bars. A portion of your stay goes to Airbnb.org to support hosting refugees. Relax in a spacious kitchen with Little Waves coffee, high ceilings, a beautiful live edge slab table, and a luxurious clawfoot tub shower. Please note, there is only one bathroom located in the master bedroom.

Rustic Cabin on a Working Farm in Durham
Come get away from it all—while conveniently close to everything—at Laurel Branch Gardens, a 12-acre farm that uses organic growing practices. About 100 yards from the farm house, the cabin is a renovated tobacco barn with a sleeping loft, full kitchen, bathroom (with a shower and composting toilet), and living area. Meet the pigs and chickens. Lay in the hammock. Listen to bird calls. During June and July u-pick blueberries will be available for harvest for $3.50/lbs.

Five & Dime Tiny House
Experience the charm of tiny living in this pet-friendly studio located in my serene yet urban backyard. It offers a peaceful escape while remaining convenient to the attractions & amenities that Durham has to offer. -only a mile east of downtown -1.5 miles to DPAC and Carolina Theatre -ten minutes to both Duke Hospital and Duke Regional -less than 20 minutes to RDU airport Let your dog run around the fully fenced yard while you sit on the deck and sip your coffee!

Duplex filled with natural light
A stylish, modern, and beautiful alley guesthouse that is located just 2 blocks from Duke's East Campus and 4 blocks from downtown Durham. The apartment is located in the historic Trinity Park Neighborhood in Durham. The apartment has a top of the line finish, hardwood floors, appliances, and furniture. The loft area is equipped with a standing desk and monitor and 2 Yoga matts, and it is ideal for working professionals visiting the area. Built: 2023

Walk to Duke Campus! 1 Bedroom in Trinity Park!
Located on one of the most desirable streets in one of the most desirable neighborhoods in Durham, this listing is for one of the recently renovated upstairs 1 bedroom apartments in a larger triplex. Walk to Duke Campus, Whole Foods and downtown restaurants. New flooring, tiled bathroom, shaker kitchen cabinets, granite countertops, washer/dryer, off street parking for two cars (in tandem), and spacious living room. Bright and clean

The Mural Suite, An Artsy One Bedroom in Durham
A mural filled one bedroom suite with a full bath and kitchenette attached to our house with its own separate entrance. Located less than 5 minutes by car to downtown Durham with easy access for those who prefer to travel by bicycle or foot to the Ellerbee Creek trail. Centrally located to Duke University and Duke Medical. Perfect for longer stays for visiting professionals as well as shorter stays to enjoy all Durham has to offer.
Popular amenities for Durham family-friendly rentals
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Charming home betw. Duke & UNC with wooded trails
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Raleigh Oasis Close to it All

Designer home close to RDU and downtown, sleeps 12

Horse farm, serene, secluded, creekside suite

Downtown "Bull Durham" Condo

100 Year-Old Historic Brick 2BR Loft High Ceiling6

Modern Retreat near Downtown Raleigh

Luxe Guest Suite w Pool (Historic, Downtown)

Updated Warehouse Apt in the Heart of Downtown
When is the best time to visit Durham?
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| Avg. price | £90 | £92 | £96 | £101 | £116 | £96 | £97 | £94 | £91 | £103 | £102 | £96 |
| Avg. temp | 5°C | 7°C | 11°C | 16°C | 20°C | 25°C | 27°C | 26°C | 23°C | 17°C | 11°C | 7°C |
Quick stats about holiday rentals that are family-friendly in Durham

Total holiday rentals
Explore 1,080 holiday rentals in Durham

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Durham holiday rentals start at £15 per night before taxes and fees

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Pet-friendly holiday rentals
Find 540 rentals that welcome pets

Holiday rentals with a pool
130 properties feature pools

Rentals with dedicated workspaces
790 properties have a dedicated workspace

Wifi availability
1,070 of Durham holiday rentals include wifi access

Popular amenities for guests
Guests love Kitchen, Wifi and Pool across Durham rentals

4.8 Average rating
Durham stays are highly rated by guests – averaging 4.8 out of 5!

Nearby attractions
Durham’s top spots include American Tobacco Campus, Durham Bulls Athletic Park and Sarah P. Duke Gardens
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- Duke University
- PNC Arena
- University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
- Raven Rock State Park
- Durham Bulls Athletic Park
- American Tobacco Campus
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- Carolina Theatre
- Lake Johnson Park
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