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Mirabelle- 3bd Downtown/Duke/RTP/No Cleaning Fees
Step into the comfort of this stylish, newly renovated 3- bedroom, 1- bath bungalow! CENTRALLY LOCATED & NEAR ALL MAJOR HIGHWAYS, Mirabelle is just minutes from downtown Durham, Duke University & RTP. No matter what brings you to Durham, Mirabelle has the perfect location & convenient amenities you’re looking for! * 5 min from downtown Durham * 10 min from Duke University & Duke Hospital * 10 min from RTP * 15 min from RDU airport * 10 min from Durham bulls and DPAC * 15 min from UNC hospital

Luxury Modern Suite W/ Private Deck
Welcome to our Private Luxury Master Suite! Enjoy a hotel-like experience with a spacious luxury bath featuring double sinks and a rain shower and a beautiful private deck with a peaceful view. We also include a coffee bar, work area, Wi-Fi, and TV. Conveniently located from RDU Airport and Downtown Durham, with a variety of restaurants and coffee shops nearby. Experience the perfect blend of comfort, luxury, and convenience in this upgraded suite! Parking is available and limited to 1.

The Bird's Nest
This newly renovated lower level apartment is nestled in the peaceful Forest Hills neighborhood. Our space is in an ideal location to enjoy all that Durham has to offer and comes complete with everything you'll need to feel at home. Minutes from excellent restaurants, outdoor fun, and cultural entertainment. Enjoy an evening at DPAC, a Durham Bulls baseball game, an energizing game of tennis at Forest Hills park, or a relaxing stroll through Duke Gardens. All just minutes from our doorstep.

Desirable Family Neighborhood, Near Duke/Hospital
This beautifully renovated home offers a warm and inviting atmosphere, just minutes from a golf course, Downtown Durham, parks, shopping, and I-85. Enjoy scenic walking trails just down the block, museums, and restaurants. The home is also conveniently located near major hospitals, including Duke and VA Hospitals, as well as rehabilitation centers. Perfect for 2-4 adults or a small family, with a fully fenced backyard. Pet-Friendly: Pre-approved dogs (up to 2) allowed with a $125 charge.

Downtown Luxury/King Beds/ Walk Everywhere
Enjoy this luxury bungalow perfectly located in Downtown Durham. Walk to the best that Durham offers! Immaculately furnished throughout. King beds with two en suite full bathrooms. Wake up and walk to CocoCinnamon to enjoy a delicious morning cup of coffee. Later in the day, Motorco, Full Steam Brewery, The Farmers Market, Central Park, Saltbox Seafood Shack, and downtown restaurants galore await you to enjoy. DPAC and the Durham Bulls will be unforgettable nights out. Perfect location!

Newly Renovated 3 BR home in convenient location!
Newly renovated space to relax and explore the best of Durham. Sleeps 6 with plenty of space to spread out. Well located - only 10 minutes to Duke, Duke Hospital, downtown and Ninth/Broad Street areas. Enjoy use of the fully stocked kitchen, comfortable living area, dining space and spacious back deck and screened in porch. Grill out and enjoy the back yard. Great for families and groups of friends or business travelers. Several restaurants close by and easy access to highways.

Like New Home - Central Durham/Duke
Welcome to our newly constructed, centrally located Durham home - Ranked top 5% of all AirBNB listings - 2 BR, each with private bath (+ 1/2 bath adjacent to kitchen) - 1220 square feet, 2 stories - 5-10 min to downtown Durham, Duke Hospitals, and Duke University - Free, designated 2 car parking adjacent to house - Work space in each bedroom - Onsite washer/dryer - Kid-friendly - Fast, 500+ Mbps internet - Blackout curtains + walk in closet in each bedroom - Fully-stocked kitchen

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.

Artist's modern cabin close to downtown and Duke
Relax and recharge in a beautifully updated passive solar home in the woods. Enjoy original art and a professionally-equipped kitchen inside, along with songbirds and extensive landscaping outside. Don't feel like cooking? You're only a few minutes from downtown Durham, major shopping centers, and great restaurants. The two bedrooms are outfitted with a super-comfortable, high density foam mattress and luxury bedding, and sports views overlooking the tree canopy.

Luxurious Modernist Tree House
Stunning, private, one-of-a-kind unique home that is perfect for a vacation, staycation, special occasion, or everyday celebration of life. Built by renown modernist architect Frank Harmon, the 2128 square foot home on 1.3 acres was crafted with meticulous attention to detail. Inside the home, you are nestled amongst the tree tops while being surprisingly close to restaurants, shopping, downtown Raleigh, Wake Med, UNC, Duke, and the Research Triangle Park.

Designer Garden Home | Gas Fireplace
Brand new luxury home nestled in the trees in the downtown adjacent Cleveland-Holloway neighborhood. This private guest house is tucked behind an historic duplex (also a Vacation Rental). Private yard, patio, deck and parking. Inside you will find designer selected finishes including gleaming reclaimed pine floors, natural wood doors, quartz countertops, 10' ceilings, a soaring cupola, gas fireplace, meticulously designed bathrooms + much more.

Calming Woodland Octagon
Take a much needed break from the stresses of the city at this unique property nestled in old growth woodland. Indulge in the sound of the wind and a sea of stars. Make friends with your neighbors: deer, squirrels, hawks and fireflies. A haven for writers, artists, dancers, remote workers and nature lovers only 15 minutes from Chapel Hill and 8 minutes from Jordan lake. You'll find Zen, fiber internet, and more than a little magic here.
Popular amenities for Durham house rentals
House rentals with a pool

1 story Ranch in South Durham/RTP/UNC/Duke/ RDU

Cozy 2-bed, 2.5 bath near UNC

Entire 2 BR Home in Midtown

Adorable Bungalow, Minutes from Downtown Durham

3bd Lake pool access near Duke UNC Southpoint

Designer home close to RDU and downtown, sleeps 12

The Cozy Cottage - 10 Min From UNC

Home away from home in Durham with Private Pool!
Weekly house rentals

Modern Boho Cottage | 1 Mile to Downtown Durham

Sleeps 4: Ocean-Blue Rooftop mins from Downtown

Sara P Duke Studio ( Hot Tub)

Curated Craftsman Downtown Charm

“Crash” - 1.5 br/1 ba three blocks from Duke

Sunny Home With Soaring Ceilings

New Build |Trinity Park | 5 Min to Duke & Hospital

Luxurious & Comfy ~ 5* Area ~ Roof Patio ~ Parking
Private house rentals

Chapel Hill/Durham retreat; hot tub, massage chair

Downtown Durham Apartment with a View

Durham Retreat; Deck, Grill, Firepit, Dining +More

Entire home in RTP near Duke, fenced backyard

Luxe Modern Retreat *Entire Duplex/ Both Units!*

Parent, Healthcare, Work Travel, Midterm discount

Garden Retreat Near Downtown, Duke, UNC & RDU

2BR Durham/West End House with Spare Room
When is the best time to visit Durham?
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | G$22,601 GYD | G$23,020 GYD | G$23,857 GYD | G$25,531 GYD | G$28,461 GYD | G$24,903 GYD | G$24,903 GYD | G$24,276 GYD | G$24,903 GYD | G$26,368 GYD | G$26,578 GYD | G$24,066 GYD |
| 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 house rentals in Durham

Total vacation rentals
Explore 1,080 vacation rentals in Durham

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Durham vacation rentals start at G$2,093 GYD per night before taxes and fees

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Family-friendly vacation rentals
690 properties offer extra space & kid-friendly amenities

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Find 410 rentals that welcome pets

Vacation rentals with a pool
70 properties feature pools

Rentals with dedicated workspaces
690 properties have a dedicated workspace

Wi-Fi availability
1,050 of Durham vacation rentals include wi-fi 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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