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Renovated lakefront home, minutes to Dtown Raleigh
Lovely place to stay if you want peace and quite but still close to downtown..the house was beautiful..we had a couple of hiccups but she was right on top of things when I messaged her..very nice place to stay

Cozy Raleigh Retreat | Home theater | 15min to DT
The house was great 10/10 recommendation I’m definitely coming back again host is amazing gonna make it a yearly thing

Cary Top Location Ranch Home
Fantastic location, tremendous value, communicative and extra helpful host! Great place for a family and very comfortable. My family’s new go to place to stay when visiting grandparents who downsized in the area.

Luxury home on Lake Wheeler
Our stay at this lake house was absolutely wonderful! The layout of the house is fantastic, providing plenty of space for everyone to relax and unwind. It's impeccably clean and well stocked with everything we needed, especially the beautiful kitchen which was a joy to cook in. The master bedroom and in-law suite were both luxurious and comfortable, ensuring a restful night's sleep after a day of fun in the sun. The outdoor space is where this place truly shines. The pool was amazing, perfect for cooling off on hot days, and the expansive outdoor area provided plenty of room for our family to play games and enjoy the sunshine. While you can’t swim in the lake, fishing and boating are great alternatives. Clare was a fantastic host—so responsive and accommodating. Overall, our family had an incredible time here and didn't want to leave! It's the perfect spot for families looking to relax and have fun together.

Quiet home near outlets and lake
Beautiful home with even more space than I anticipated. Perfect house for Elon families as the drive is quick and easy.

Cottage at Water's Edge - a cozy stay on the lake.
A hidden gem!! We loved sitting on the porch and just unwinding. The house was clean, well taken care of and had great amenities. My wife and I loved the kayaks and canoes. Secluded but still close enough to groceries stores and restaurants. It was our honeymoon spot for the weekend and we couldn’t be happier. Definitely worth every penny. Eunice was a great host.

Modern Lakefront Home (paddle-board, sauna)
Nice vacation spot for our family. Quiet neighborhood, but easy access to downtown and other attractions. House had everything we needed.

Waterfront Wonder:Lake Views, Quiet, Central, Pets
Melissa and Paul really came through for us when we were in a pinch and needed a place to go for a couple days with our dogs. We could not have picked out a better location. The house was amazing, and the yard was everything we needed for the dogs. I would highly recommend staying here if you get the chance!
Lake access apartment rentals

Beautiful view of lake- Location
We had a fantastic stay at Christine’s Airbnb. The condo truly felt like home. The kitchen had everything we needed, the living space was comfortable, and the back patio with lake view was peaceful. We loved walking around the lake and hanging out by the pool. The condo is close to amenities and a very short drive to restaurants, cafes, and breweries in downtown Cary. I highly recommend this Airbnb and hope to stay again.

Waterfront 2 Bedroom Unit
We had an amazing time! Everything was as described. Perfect place to get away.

Lovely two bedroom apartment, close to downtown.
I give it 5 star, it not mean it’s good. there’s no hot water for the shower. I tried many times, but it just wouldn’t get hot. The other faucets have hot water, but not the shower, which is really strange. So, I haven’t showered for five days—it’s miserable. There are two rooms. The one near the door is nice and quiet. The inner room, however, is very noisy—every time the air conditioning turns on, it makes a loud noise. Plus, there’s no blanket in this room. I eventually found one in the cabinet, but it’s thin—not really a proper comforter. Pretty rough experience.

NEW-Cozy "Farm Time" Studio #2 w/Walking Trails
This place was wonderful! I stayed in unit 2 for 2 nights. Was here for a vacation visiting family. Elizabeth is a wonderful host. Very kind and responsive. The apartment was well stocked and had everything you need plus a few extras! The place was cozy and spacious. Very clean, unique and decorated nicely. I would definitely come back. Highly recommend this place!

Private bath, Lake Johnson, NCSU #3
Excellent stay! It is always hard to find a convenient and affordable private room +bath, but this stay even had access to kitchen and laundry machines. Everyone was quiet and respectful during our stay. You can hear birds chirping from the trees, there are tons of nature walks and downtown is closeby.

Lakeside Studio near a Greenway
Perfect spot to stay the night before an early flight. clean and bright, just enough room to spread out a bit and have a takeout meal at the table. It was quick and simple to get inside. I wish I'd gotten to stay longer to explore the Greenway. :)

Room 2 NCSU, Lake Johnson

Cozy Apartment in Raleigh
Lake access cottage rentals

Charming cottage w/ a beautiful, secluded yard
This was our second time staying at Molly’s Place. It’s always so hard to leave. From the moment you walk in you and your fur babies will feel right at home. My husband said that as soon as you walk in you feel relaxed, which is awesome after a long roadtrip. We have stayed at many Airbnb’s, none as well appointed & stocked as this one. Every thing you could need for your dogs, many beds, toys/balls & bowls, as well as snacks. The back porch & patio area are the perfect spot to relax while your fur babies run & play in the large fenced in back yard. The kitchen is amazing, stocked to make cooking a breeze, gourmet meal, no problem. We only did breakfast but frying pans & spatulas a plenty, the farm fresh eggs, pancake mix & syrup were a nice surprise. Bathroom had plenty of plush towels, washcloths, the beds were so comfortable. If you are looking for comfortable, cozy with a little bit of luxury mixed in, you will not be disappointed.

Warm + Peaceful Home w/ Fire Pit on Haw River
This was our third stay at this location and Grimsley is a wonderful host. He’s kind and responsive and quickly resolved any concerns. Thanks for another stay in a lovely setting.

Cottage on the Lake
We had a great time at the Cottage! The lake was beautiful to kayak on and the general environment was very relaxing. The host was super kind and great with communication! Will definitely stay again if we come back to the area!

Falls Lake Cottage@Rolling View w/hot tub&fire pit
The house was perfect. Every detail has been paid attention to in this home. Rob and Susan were hospitable and welcomed us as soon as we arrived.
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20 properties
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G$10,491 GYD before taxes and fees
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10 properties are a good fit for families
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10 properties have a dedicated workspace
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