Family-friendly holiday rentals in Chapel Hill

Blackwood Mt Bungalow In the Woods with Sauna

Escape to a peaceful hillside retreat nestled in the woods, where the melodies of farm animals and wild birds create a soothing soundtrack. Our stylish and cozy bungalow features three charming porches that invite quiet reflection. Enjoy an easy-to-use indoor compost toilet. Treat yourself to our rejuvenating sauna (+$40) and wander through our garden & along wooded paths. While close to town & I-40, this getaway promises a restorative escape immersed in nature’s serenity and thoughtful living.

Charming Tiny House Nestled in the Trees

This small 128 sq ft tiny house is packed with charm. Situated on a serene 5 acre wooded property, its a short drive to Hillsborough (10 min), Chapel Hill (15) and Durham (15). I wanted to create a space where guests can take time to rest and reset. The house is cozy, stylish, and surprisingly spacious. Its well appointed with all the amenities to feel like home. Take a step outside and you'll be surrounded by old hardwood trees and the soothing sounds of nature that make life here so peaceful

Carrboro/Chapel Hill/UNC Studio

This stylish studio is a 5 min drive to downtown Carrboro and Chapel Hill. Weatherhill Townhomes are secluded and have easy parking. There is a king-sized bed for maximum comfort, and the couch can sleep one additional guest if needed. Enjoy the kitchen and having a bathroom all to yourself! This private basement unit overlooks the forest, which provides a lovely view any time of year. To that end, remember to bring a laptop if you want screen time (no tv here, but there is private internet!).

Horse farm, serene, secluded, creekside suite

Welcome to Strouds Creek Farm. Charming 2BR 1 bathroom suite w/cozy farmhouse decor. Located on 20 picturesque acres nestled in the woods. Enjoy peaceful mornings filled with bird songs. Stroll around the farm to meet & greet our "fur family". Relax in a hammock, explore the creek or sit on the swing & enjoy the farm fresh air. Just 5 minutes from downtown Hillsborough, an artist's paradise, dotted with art galleries, boutiques, a bookstore & restaurants. 15 min. to Duke & downtown Durham.

The Chapel Hill Forest House

Book this incredible tiny house for the perfect romantic getaway in the heart of Chapel Hill! It sits in a private forest full of wildlife but is only a 5-minute walk to Franklin Street and the UNC campus. Enjoy amazing views from the floor-to-ceiling windows of foxes and deer playing on the lawn. Lounge on the wall-to-wall hammock as you gaze at the trees through the skylights. Unwind with a movie in bed played on our massive projector. There's nothing like this anywhere in the Triangle!

Carriage House-32 Acre Wooded Lot & Trails & Pond

-private 2015 carriage house in Chapel Hill; less than 2 miles from I-40 -less than 8 miles from UNC; less than 20 minutes from Duke -2 bedrooms with queen, 2 twins & a trundle bed -32 acre private wooded lot with 2 mi. of trails with stocked pond -open floor plan of 1000 sq.ft. -fully stocked kitchen -high speed wireless internet with YouTube TV; ESPN -on-site washer and dryer (free) -stairs from ground to apartment -4 vehicles parking; small moving truck too -outdoor grill & 2 fire pits

Cute Downtown Carrboro Studio Cottage

Private studio cottage in downtown Carrboro neighborhood with sidewalks, bike lanes, a block from the free bus. Coffee shop across the street, walking distance to Carrboro and UNC campus. Separate from the main house with its own entrance, outdoor sitting area, small but well-equipped+stocked, clean, efficient, perfectly located. WiFi, 40" TV-Roku, full bathroom, free parking, small kitchenette, queen bed, futon for additional sleeping accommodations, small work station, walk-in closet.

Lovely Studio with King Sized Tempur-Pedic

Experience the beauty of Duke Forest in your back yard! Cozy and quiet in the trees, yet 2 miles from Duke University. King sized tempur-pedic for an amazing nights sleep. Our wonderful studio apartment boasts a well-equipped kitchenette, a Roku device to access your streaming apps’ accounts. A beautiful, private deck with panoramic views of Duke Forest. Walk right onto Sheperd's Trail, curated by Duke University, from the back yard. 2 miles to Duke Hospital. 3 miles to downtown Durham.

Bright spacious 2 BR, 8 min to UNC Chapel Hill

Clean and bright, spacious basement apartment in quiet, safe family neighborhood. Fast Wi-Fi at 600+ Mbps. Includes 2 bedrooms with a queen bed in each (plus a rollaway twin size cot), kitchen, living room, game room with ping pong, full bath, laundry, screened porch and private entrance. Spotless and lovingly maintained. Important: No oversized construction / work vehicles. Also, smoking is not permitted in or around the property. (Please see additional important 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.

Cozy Secluded Accessible West Wing

The West Wing is guest quarters to a residence on 15 acres 5 miles south of Chapel Hill. It's an easy 10 minutes (5 miles) to downtown Chapel Hill, UNC, UNC Hospitals and Carrboro. Comfortable, clean, attractive, and very secluded. It is a studio apartment with one double bed, perfect for one person, cozy for two.. Your friendly, well behaved dog is welcome, but don't ever let your dog on the furniture or leave your dog alone uncrated. Sorry, no cats.

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.