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Charming Home in Forest Near Duke

Durham, North Carolina, United States
Rates from USD $2045 | Monthly

House | Entire Home | House Sitting Requested
Available Dates:
From June 22, 2026 until December 31, 2026

Description

Join our wonderful cohort of happy new and repeat tenants who call this property their Durham "home away from home!" • Charming home nestled in beautiful oak forest at the end of a residential street. • Home features first-floor living with a loft, which provides a third semi-private bedroom or TV room, plus space for exercising, working or reading. • Hours of walking trails start at the top of the driveway, leading to, and through, the Eno River State Park. • An easy 10-minute drive from Duke University and Medical Center. • Comfortable, adjustable queen-size Sleep Number beds (one with trundle); linens and towels provided. • All the comforts of home, including bedroom blackout curtains, exercise equipment, charging stations, umbrellas, tissues, washer/dryer and more. • Fully equipped kitchen, including side-by-side refrigerator, glass-top stove/oven, dishwasher, coffee maker, toaster, pots, pans, dishes and Tupperware. • Basic pantry items provided, such as salt and pepper, spices, flour, sugar, olive oil, basic condiments, tea, honey, and coffee to start your first morning. • Simply arrive and unpack! Enjoy a forest view through the large skylights in the high ceiling above the open living/dining area. Sip coffee, tea or wine in comfortable seating on two private decks. Snuggle up to free movies from Amazon Prime on the smart TV s. Be near, but feel far, from everything. This home is ideal for travelers joined by a small-medium size dog or two, visiting scholars, couples and families, parents visiting students at Duke, patients and families visiting or receiving treatment at Duke Medical Center (ask about our medical discount), traveling doctors and nurses, solo travelers and anyone seeking peaceful time in a beautiful setting. A few more details: • The primary bedroom has a queen-size Sleep Number bed, and a private, enclosed deck off the back of the house. • The second bedroom has a Smart TV, a queen-size bed Sleep Number bed with a sateen comforter set, a twin-size trundle bed with a high-quality 8" mattress (twin linens provided upon request). • The 400-square-foot loft has a large forest-view skylight, is outfitted with two desks and reading chairs, as well as a queen-size IKEA sofa bed. • The Loft can be set up as a third semi-private bedroom upon request (this space is separated from the rest of the loft by a door and lattice wall). • We welcome families with young children: A twin air mattress, pack-n-play, high chair, gate for the bottom of the stairs, children’s toys and books are available upon request. • A play area in the side yard includes a small slide, a children's picnic table and a sand box.

Bedrooms
2

Bathrooms
1

Offices
1

Size
1,350 ft2

Suited For
4

Property Type
House

Availability

From June 22, 2026 until December 31, 2026

Minimum Stay

30 Days

Location

House in Durham, North Carolina, United States

Closest University

Duke University

Nearby Universities
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill | North Carolina State University
Nearby Cities

Durham | Chapel Hill

Comments: Our home is perfect for travelers with small-medium dogs, visiting scholars, couples, families, Duke visitors, medical patients, and professionals. Enjoy peaceful surroundings, proximity to Duke, and a comfortable, convenient stay!

Explore the Area

Surroundings

  • Off Campus
  • Bike to Campus
  • Suburban
  • Writer's Sanctuary
  • Near Woods
  • Near Park
  • Near Restaurants

Rental Rates and Terms

Rates from USD $2045 Monthly

Utilities are included

A cleaning service can be discussed

Comments: Sales tax is 7.5%; occupancy is 6% (for stays of less than 90 days only). Water, sewer, internet and landline included. Tenant responsible for monthly pro-rated cost of gas and electricity. Cleanings may be available for an additional fee.

Considerations

The home is suitable for young kids

Ask about bringing pets

Smoking is not allowed

A car is not available

Comments: Due to severe family allergies, smoking is 100% prohibited on the property. Non-smoking tenants and guests only. Pets considered.

House Sitting

I am looking for help while I am away

I would like help with plants or garden

We can remove live plants, or we can leave them in the home if tenants are willing to water. All are easy-care philodendrons.

Comments: The home is on a well. We will provide instructions regarding what can and cannot be put down the drains.

Features

Interior

Furnished

Connectivity

High Speed Internet

Wi-Fi

TV

Cable or Satellite

Exterior

Balcony or Patio

Dedicated Parking

Temperature Control

Air Conditioning

Appliances

Oven

Stove

Microwave

Refrigerator

Dishwasher

Washer

Dryer

Comments: Primarily first floor living; loft/office space on 2nd floor. Walk to Eno River. Exercise bike, weights, yoga mat, guitar, games, and books available. Outdoor play area with slide, sandbox and table. Play kitchen, work bench in loft.

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