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Entire Cottage with Yard and Fire Pit
Sitting on a sunny, corner lot, our home is the perfect spot to be your home away from home! Enjoy the sunrise w/your favorite beverage on the sweet front porch, and out back, you'll love the firepit + deck with a gas grill. Inside, you'll find natural light throughout, a well-stocked kitchen w/updated, modern appliances, reliable wifi + a smart tv ready for your own streaming logins. Close to everything too! We can't wait to host you! Early check in + late check out avail. for an additional fee

Luxe Modern Retreat *Entire Duplex/ Both Units!*
This stylish modern retreat is sure to become your new favorite getaway. You’ll enjoy access to the ENTIRE DUPLEX (both units!), perfect for traveling with friends, family, or colleagues. Each of the 2 units boasts its own beautiful living room and kitchen, plus 2 bedrooms & 1 bathroom per side. Gather together on the inviting front porch, or enjoy dinner alfresco on the sunny back patio. Ideally situated just 1 mile from the heart of Durham, you’ll enjoy all the best the Bull City has to offer!

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

Charming home betw. Duke & UNC with wooded trails
Relax with the whole family at this peaceful home between Duke and UNC, in one of the triangle's best neighborhoods. Woods everywhere, yet close to dining and shopping, coffee shops and farm stands. Just a six mile drive to Duke, UNC, and RTP, so literally in the center of everything, yet so peaceful! Enjoy modern kitchen, fireplace, fiber Internet & great outdoor spaces! We are glad to host you and we live right down the street, so come and relax and let us know if you need anything at all.

Modernist Masterpiece: 'Simply the Best'
Welcome to Hazel Modernist 6 - designed and built by Alicia Hylton-Daniel, with her "sister," Modernist 5, next door. Centrally located downtown, this gorgeous escape is truly livable. Fully equipped chefs kitchen opens into the large living & dining space, with Frame TV and fireplace. 3BR & private back deck offer plenty of space together or alone. Each home by Alicia is infused with creative and new design concepts. This glamorous home celebrates the essence of Tina Turner, Simply the Best.

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.

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!

Homey Lux Stay: 4Bed2.5 Bath & 9min to DT
Welcome, unwind and book our new construction 4 BED 2.5 BR home that has an open layout with a beautiful cozy living room with a fireplace to set the mood for a peaceful vibe. Large kitchen perfect for a large group stay. Short or long-term stays allowed. Conveniently located less than two miles or about a 5 min drive from grocery stores and restaurants; 9 minutes away from Downtown Durham. Although shops & restaurants are only a 5 minute drive away, the area feels peaceful & secluded.

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.

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.

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.
Popular amenities for house rentals in Durham
House rentals with a pool

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

Beautifully Updated Penthouse Condo in West Cary

Home away from home in Durham with Private Pool!

Hot Tub Season! Stunning Home! Relax - Enjoy.

Serene Landing Place near Downtown Cary
Weekly house rentals

Sara P Duke Studio ( Hot Tub)

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

BW Express Back Unit near Duke/UNC/Downtown/NCCU

Screen Porch & Close to Duke

Newly Built: Minutes from Downtown, Duke & NCCU

Duke Forest Escape| 3BR, 6 Beds, Huge Back Patio!

Custom Home Near Duke | Fast WiFi & Easy Check-In

Bright Tree Retreat
Private house rentals

Entire home in RTP near Duke, fenced backyard

Guest Suite: Artist studio turned into loft.

Private Wooded Retreat in the Center of Town

Modern - Downtown, RTP, RDU, Duke, DPAC, Hospitals

Fenced Patio, Soaker Tub & Walkable Central Durham

Luxe Stay Near Duke &DT - Rooftop/Firepit/Games

Cozy 2BR home near downtown

Luxurious & Comfy ~ 5* Area ~ Roof Patio ~ Parking
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 | $139 SGD | $141 SGD | $147 SGD | $157 SGD | $175 SGD | $153 SGD | $150 SGD | $147 SGD | $144 SGD | $161 SGD | $163 SGD | $148 SGD |
| 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 holiday rentals
Explore 1,080 holiday rentals in Durham

Nightly prices starting at
Durham holiday rentals start at $13 SGD per night before taxes and fees

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Family-friendly holiday rentals
690 properties offer extra space & child-friendly amenities

Pet-friendly holiday rentals
Find 410 rentals that welcome pets

Holiday rentals with a pool
70 properties feature pools

Rentals with dedicated workspaces
690 properties have a dedicated workspace

Wifi availability
1,050 of Durham holiday rentals include wifi 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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- Duke University
- PNC Arena
- Durham Bulls Athletic Park
- Raven Rock State Park
- Tobacco Road Golf Club
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