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Mid-Century Gem • Creekside • King Beds • Near UNC
This curated 3BR/2BA mid-century modern Chapel Hill home blends comfort, style, and nature in perfect harmony. Designed by renowned local architect JP Goforth, the home sits on a wooded acre with a private creek and features king beds in every room, Sonos audio, and fiber WiFi. Relax on the deck, fire up the grill, or unwind inside surrounded by stunning hand-selected art and furnishings. Minutes from UNC, Whole Foods, and Eastwood Lake, it’s a true retreat for anyone craving serenity and style.

Artist-Designed Cabin Near Duke & Downtown
Relax and recharge in a modern, artist-designed passive solar home tucked into the woods just minutes from downtown Durham and Duke University. This cabin-style retreat blends nature, comfort, and convenience — ideal for weekend getaways, visiting Duke, or extended stays. Inside you’ll find original artwork, abundant natural light, and a professionally equipped kitchen. Outside, enjoy birdsong and mature trees while staying close to Durham’s restaurants, coffee shops, breweries, and shopping.

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.

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.

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.

Historic Inn close to Chapel Hill & Saxapahaw
Former bed and breakfast, the Inn at Bingham School has been welcoming guests for over 24 years. Ten miles from Carrboro/Chapel Hill and four miles from Saxapahaw the Bingham School is in the rolling Piedmont farmland and 15 minutes to downtown Chapel Hill.Our experience in the hospitality business means you have a comfortable stay with in a historic home while feeling pampered. Walk our 10 acres or find a cozy spot to read or sip your morning coffee while listening to the birds.

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.

Jo Mac Cottage- Quiet Home near UNC Chapel Hill
Welcome to the beautiful 100 year old Jo Mac Cottage in Chapel Hill We are minutes away from Chapel Hill and Carrboro. The house provides plenty of privacy in a quiet neighborhood and provides plenty with trees all around. We are 10 minutes away from UNC Campus! You can also enjoy the great outdoors by visiting local attractions such as Lavendar Oaks Farm or Rock Quarry Farm! Looking for more excitement, head down to Franklin Street for plenty of great food options.

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.

Historic 1910 Mill House with deck & fire pit
Escape to Clayton's Place, a restored 1910 lake-view mill house perfect for 4 guests. This pet-friendly retreat features 2 bedrooms (king, bunks), a modern kitchen, a dedicated workspace with fast Wi-Fi, and a large fenced yard. Enjoy serene mornings on the porch, evenings by the fire pit, and the convenience of an on-site EV charger. A peaceful, historic getaway just minutes from Mebane, Burlington, and Elon University.

Cheerful 2-bedroom home in quiet cul de sac
Bright and lovely duplex nestled away in a quiet cul de sac. Duke and downtown are reachable in minutes, and there's a Harris Teether within walking distance. Enjoy the outdoor space, or relax in the living room sorrounded by art and music. Accessibility: The sidewalk and entryway are not wheelchair accessible, guests using wheelchairs may need assistance.

★ XL Yard ★ Keyless Entry ★ Full Kitch ★ W/D
Leave your car at home! Nestled in the burgeoning Southside neighborhood, you’re a few minutes walk along the American Tobacco Trail to the heart of downtown- DPAC, American Tobacco Campus, and Five Points. Distance to major attractions: DPAC / American Tobacco District- .8 mile Duke University- 2.9 miles Duke Hospital- 3.1 miles
Popular amenities for Hillsborough house rentals
House rentals with a pool

Cozy 2-bed, 2.5 bath near UNC

The Nest @ Carpenter Village | Walkable to Dining

3bd Lake pool access near Duke UNC Southpoint

Cottage & Pool, Steps to Historic Downtown

Designer home close to RDU and downtown, sleeps 12

The Cozy Cottage - 10 Min From UNC

Cozy & relaxing Parkside Retreat. Fenced in yard.

Beautifully Updated Penthouse Condo in West Cary
Weekly house rentals

Dog Friendly | Close to Airport & Downtown & Duke

Hillsborough NC Haven: Peaceful Stay Near Downtown

Garden Retreat Near Downtown, Duke, UNC & RDU

Newly Updated Home w/Easy Access to I-85/I-40

The Cottage at Spring House Farm

Screen Porch & Close to Duke

The Main House at Eagle Point

The Farmhouse at Spring Forest
Private house rentals

Durham Cottage | 1 Mi to DT Durham

Sara P Duke Studio ( Hot Tub)

Villa Pinea, secluded MCM gem close to UNC & Duke!

2BR Durham/West End House with Spare Room

Peaceful Location for Visitors to Duke and Durham

Downtown Guest House - Walk everywhere!

Walkable Downtown Home | Dog-Friendly

New Build |Trinity Park | 5 Min to Duke & Hospital
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Explore 20 vacation rentals in Hillsborough

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Hillsborough vacation rentals start at G$14,637 GYD per night before taxes and fees

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

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10 properties have a dedicated workspace

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20 of Hillsborough vacation rentals include wi-fi access

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Guests love Kitchen, Wifi, and Pool across Hillsborough rentals

4.8 Average rating
Hillsborough stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.8 out of 5!
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