Places to stay near Raven Rock State Park

Carriage House at Bracken in Downtown Location

New, private and quiet colonial Carriage House overlooking a park in historic downtown Fuquay-Varina. A lovely half mile walk to both Fuquay and Varina town centers with easy access to eateries, breweries and boutiques. Kitchen has full fridge, microwave, toaster oven, sink, 2 burner cooktop, Keurig with milk frother, coffee and tea supplies, cooking utensils, pots, pans, silverware, breakfast table and chairs. Our place has a queen bed, antique tall boy dresser, oak rocking chair, couch, and TV

The Bull's Retreat - 2 King Beds

The Bull's Retreat, a newly renovated space with 2 King Beds and 2 single beds, ideal for travelers or getaways. It's centrally located in a peaceful neighborhood near Ft. Bragg, Fayetteville, Sanford & Southern Pines. It's great for reconnecting with familiy and friends. The open-concept living space includes a fully equipped kitchen, breakfast bar, dining area, 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and open living room. Note: Owners reserve the garage for personal use only; it isn't accessable to guests.

Bluff Cottage Private Guesthouse

Beautifully situated on the McDaniel Pine Farm in Wade, NC you’ll feel right at home in the Bluff Cottage. A studio setup with a queen bed & 2 chairs that convert into comfortable single beds. There is also an air mattress available. Comfortable living room area with large flat screen TV and dedicated desktop workspace. Private Bathroom, walk-in shower and a small kitchen area with hot plate, pots pans, coffee maker, microwave & refrigerator. Nice outside patio with fire pit & acres to roam!

Cottage at Water's Edge - a cozy stay on the lake.

Immerse yourself in the serene beauty of the Carolina pines as you unwind in this cozy cottage on the water's edge. This hidden gem is ideally situated between major urban centers, yet offers a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle. The cottage on the lake has been fully renovated and enhanced with modern amenities and stylish touches. During your stay, you can explore the lake on a kayak or a canoe, enjoy some fishing, or simply savor the tranquil views from the porch swing or hammock.

Artist's Studio

Originally the studio of a visual artist (long ago garden illustrator for The New York Times), this petite building is completely private. Firm queen bed. Mix of antiques and artisanal built-ins. Radiant heat. AC. Mini fridge and microwave, electric kettle, Chemex coffee maker and French Press, excellent wifi. Unique space in one of the best country neighborhoods around. 6.5 miles to Hillsborough healthy grocery store, 8 to Carrboro/Chapel Hill, 18 to Durham. Serene pond and grounds.

"Forest Garden" A One Bedroom Retreat

A 600 s.f. cottage retreat designed by Robert Phillips. One bedroom, full bath and kitchen, and spacious living room. Ten ft. ceilings and fine architectural details; terraced; fountains nestled in a tree grove on 10 acres with foot paths. 15-20 minutes to Chapel Hill/Carrboro, University of North Carolina; Pittsboro and the Saxapahaw arts community on the Haw River. When making a reservation there is a $30 per trip pet fee for each pet. WiFi: See "Other details to note" below.

Rustic Cabin on a Working Farm in Durham

Come get away from it all—while conveniently close to everything—at Laurel Branch Gardens, a 12-acre farm that uses organic growing practices. About 100 yards from the farm house, the cabin is a renovated tobacco barn with a sleeping loft, full kitchen, bathroom (with a shower and composting toilet), and living area. Meet the pigs and chickens. Lay in the hammock. Listen to bird calls. During June and July u-pick blueberries will be available for harvest for $3.50/lbs.

*Riverfront* Cottage with Private Bridge!

Come enjoy a cozy and quiet stay directly on the Cape Fear River! Take in all the beauty of the backyard no matter the season! Wake up to a fresh cup of coffee and head on down to the river via a private bridge and view the sunrise! Spend the day riding the provided mountain bikes on the Cape Fear River Trail just outside the neighborhood entrance. The Riverfront cottage is centrally located to I-95 & 295, Methodist University, Fort Bragg, and downtown Fayetteville.

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.

Downtown Mid-Century Library House

Unique property in the heart of Fuquay-Varina. Built in 1960, this building functioned as the town library for over a decade. Fully renovated in 2020 and converted into a spacious one bedroom home with Mid-Century Modern design features and furnishings. Smart TV w/WiFi. Walkable to everything downtown Fuquay has to offer including: Vicious Fishes Taproom (0.3 mi) - Cultivate Coffee (0.3 mi) - The Mill Cafe (0.4 mi) - Aviator Brewing (0.6 mi) .

Centrally Located Rural Retreat in New Hill.

This pet-friendly, remote, rural retreat is located on 2.2 wooded acres. It is centrally located and is 30 minutes or less to Fuquay-Varina, Holly Springs, Apex, Cary, Raleigh, Moncure, Pittsboro, Lillington, and Sanford. The home is convenient to both Harris Lake and Jordan Lake. It is also conveniently located near Triangle Innovation Point. This charming single level ranch home was updated in 2020 and is roomy and comfortable.

Guesthouse on private 16 acre country estate, pool

Sleepy Willow Retreat Private 1 bedroom guest house with private entry. This second floor apartment features great views of the 16 acre very private estate. Take a break and unwind at this peaceful retreat in the country, but still close to triangle locations: Downtown Raleigh 15m, Fuquay Varina 5m, Holly Spring 12m, Walnut Creek Amphitheater (Coastal Credit Union Music Park) 16m, Apex 15m.