Family-friendly holiday rentals in Jordan Lake

Bungalow In the Woods - Close to UNC and Duke

Escape to a peaceful hillside retreat nestled in the woods, where the melodies of farm animals and wild birds sooth the soul. Our stylish and cozy bungalow features three charming porches that invite quiet reflection. Enjoy an easy-to-use indoor COMPOST TOILET. Treat yourself to our rejuvenating sauna (+$40) and wander through our garden & along wooded paths. While close to town, UNC, Duke and I-40, this getaway promises a restorative escape immersed in nature’s serenity and thoughtful living.

The Kaleidoscope

Enjoy the sounds of nature when you stay in this unique place. Nestled close to Historic Hillsborough, your front door opens up to a forest with a trail running down to a creek. This newly renovated schoolbus conversion features two skylights looking up into the trees, making it feel open and bright, despite being a small space. The kitchen is fully equipped with pots and cutlery as well as fridges and microwave so you can prepare what you need. A shower and composting toilet installed inside.

Artist's Studio

Originally the studio of a visual artist (long ago garden illustrator for The New York Times), this petite building is completely private. Firm queen bed. Mix of antiques and artisanal built-ins. Radiant heat. AC. Mini fridge and microwave, electric kettle, Chemex coffee maker and French Press, excellent wifi. Unique space in one of the best country neighborhoods around. 6.5 miles to Hillsborough healthy grocery store, 8 to Carrboro/Chapel Hill, 18 to Durham. Serene pond and grounds.

Christmas Tree Farm Bunkhouse near Jordan Lake

Ever thought it would be fun to experience a day at a real working Christmas Tree Farm? Be our guest at the bunkhouse, a beautiful 320 sq ft tiny house full of character. Remodeled from salvaged materials on the farm, this bunkhouse features a full kitchen, bathroom with roomy bedroom and living room. Relax on the porch or roast marshmallows by the firepit. You can take a stroll through the Christmas trees, by the pond and in the spring and summer, through our U-pick flower patch.

Luxury Retreat on Farm with Pool, Hot Tub, Fishing

LUXlife Best Luxury Country B&B Retreat in NC! 120 acres of peaceful farmland with an in-ground salt-water pool, hot tub, pergola, pastures, farm animals, fresh eggs, streams, woodlands, fishing, and hiking. Private hot tub at rental. The heated, salt-water pool and hot tub are located behind the owner's home. You’ll have total privacy. Wholesale pasture-raised Wagyu beef and lamb available at the farm as well as fishing in the stocked pond. Propane grill and pizza oven on your patio.

Luxurious Modernist Tree House

Stunning, private, and truly one-of-a-kind—this unique home is perfect for a vacation, staycation, special occasion, or simply celebrating everyday life. Designed by renowned modernist architect Frank Harmon. The 2,128-square-foot residence sits on 1.3 acres and was crafted with meticulous attention to detail. Inside, you’ll feel nestled among the treetops while remaining conveniently close to restaurants, shopping, downtown Raleigh, WakeMed, UNC, Duke, and Research Triangle Park.

"Forest Garden" A One Bedroom Retreat

A 600 s.f. cottage retreat designed by Robert Phillips. One bedroom, full bath and kitchen, and spacious living room. Ten ft. ceilings and fine architectural details; terraced; fountains nestled in a tree grove on 10 acres with foot paths. 15-20 minutes to Chapel Hill/Carrboro, University of North Carolina; Pittsboro and the Saxapahaw arts community on the Haw River. When making a reservation there is a $30 per trip pet fee for each pet. WiFi: See "Other details to note" below.

The Japandi Dome

Experience a taste of Japandi in this dome home on our small homestead, and enjoy the mind and body benefits of being closer to nature with the comforts of indoor amenities. This unique space is built with a full skylight to allow you to sleep under the night sky. Complete with heating and A/C for year-round comfort, a full zen-inspired bathroom, and luxury European bedding. Enjoy your meal around a Japanese inspired floor table with straw mats and meditation cushion for seating.

Cabin Retreat Near Town

Relax with the whole family in this warm and spacious cabin nestled on 11 wooded acres. A long gravel driveway leads you beside two beautiful horse farms with your private retreat tucked away in the woods. You will enjoy all of the benefits of a private, wooded retreat while conveniently located just minutes from all that Wake Forest, Youngsville, and Franklinton have to offer. Screened porches, a spacious open concept living room/kitchen area, with two adorable bedrooms.

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.

Secluded Treehouse - 27 acres on Terrells Creek

Private “Treehouse” Home on 27 acres in the woods. Enjoy Walking trails, creek, fire pit, outdoor games, hammocks, swings . 20 mins to downtown Pittsboro, Carrboro, Chapel Hill, Jordan Lake -40 mins to Raleigh, Cary and Durham but worlds away from it all. Come relax and remember what it’s like to be away from noise and light pollution and hear only crickets at night. 1 King bedroom + private loft with king and queen beds. (loft accessed by stair ladder).

Country place close to all Triangle locations

Beautiful setting on 8 acres near Jordan Lake and the American Tobacco Trail - 30 minutes or less to RDU, RTP, Raleigh, Durham and Chapel Hill. Full use of a private 2 bdr guesthouse with a spiral staircase leading to a loft bedroom. Downstairs, soaring 20 foot ceilings and huge windows look out on our horse pastures. Ideal for fishing stays - less than 10 minutes from Jordan Lake, and plenty of parking. Level 2 EV charging available.