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Luxury Home Downtown
Welcome to our exquisite 1897 Victorian home in Durham, where history meets modern luxury. Take a neighborhood walk for your morning latte, and settle into your porch rocker at sunset with cocktail in hand. Home features a true chef's kitchen, spacious gathering spaces, and spa-like bathrooms, plus a relaxing hot tub. Our home is perfect for friends & family getaways, business trips, or wedding travel. Enjoy free parking and easy access to Duke campus, wedding venues, Durham Bulls Stadium & DPAC

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.

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.

Near Duke, Southpoint, UNC
Discover the perfect retreat in South Durham, NC! Our tranquil Airbnb offers an idyllic escape with a prime central location that guarantees a memorable stay. Start your morning on the inviting screen porch, where you can relish a cup of coffee and take in the view of the flower garden before headed out to enjoy some of the Triangle's finest attractions. Convenience is at your fingertips, as our Airbnb is just minutes away from RTP, RDU airport, Downtown Durham, DUKE, UNC, and the DPAC.

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!

Warm and Welcoming 3-Bedroom Cottage
Welcome to Carolina Cottage, nestled in one of Durham's premier post WWII neighborhoods, and extensively renovated by Designer + Builder Alicia Hylton-Daniel. Your experience will be enhanced by the thoughtfully curated spaces for relaxing, renewing and re-connecting. The home is spacious, with common areas to be shared, inside and out, as well as quiet spaces to read, nap, scroll and stream. You'll enjoy a full chef's kitchen and dining room, along with a sunny porch and shaded patio.

Guest Suite: Artist studio turned into loft.
A guest suite that's a former artist studio with 10-15 foot high windows and 20 foot high ceiling, converted into one bedroom loft with private entrance, bath, living area, and kitchenette. The space is attached to the rest of my house, but you'll have a private entrance, your own bathroom, living area and kitchenette and two seat dining table. You will not have access to a full kitchen. The open-concept design and high balcony ledge are unsuitable for children under the age of 10.

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.

Luxe 5BR Near DPAC | Outdoor Movie, Gazebo & Games
Welcome to your luxe 5BR retreat just minutes from Duke & DPAC! ✨ Unwind in style with a private outdoor movie experience, a charming gazebo, for endless fun. Perfect for families, groups, or business travelers, this spacious home offers: ⭐ Outdoor Movie Setup – Enjoy cinematic nights under the stars ⭐ Gazebo & Outdoor Lounge – Relax in a serene setting ⭐ Game Room – Challenge friends with board games & more ⭐ Prime Location – Minutes to Duke, DPAC, and top attractions

Stylish Retreat @ Duke, Campus Bus & EV Charger
Live like a Blue Devil at our centrally located duplex, steps from the campus bus stop and minutes from both East and West Campus. Explore Durham’s museums and restaurants. Our family and pet-friendly home features Little Waves coffee, a retro bathroom, hotel-quality bedrooms, and eco-friendly soaps. Charge your electric vehicle with our EV charger. Book now for a comfortable stay, with part of the income supporting refugees through Airbnb.org

Full reno, walk to restaurants!
Renewed classic home in the most central location in all of Durham. Peaceful tree-lined community just outside of downtown but walkable to coffee, beer, and the best food in town. 10 minutes or less to Duke campus, Duke hospital, downtown Durham. 20 minutes to RTP, UNC, and RDU airport. Located in the Rockwood/Lakewood neighborhoods walkable to all the foodie highlights. NO SMOKING. Do not book if you or your guests plan to smoke.
Popular amenities for Durham house rentals
House rentals with a pool

1 story Ranch in South Durham/RTP/UNC/Duke/ RDU

Cozy 2-bed, 2.5 bath near UNC

Stylish Downtown Durham Home

3bd Lake pool access near Duke UNC Southpoint

Designer home close to RDU and downtown, sleeps 12

Family Retreat & Giant Pool • Private Oasis Durham

The Aqua Haven l4B2.5Bl Pool&Spacious yard near DT

Beautifully Updated Penthouse Condo in West Cary
Weekly house rentals

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

Luxury by Duke, DPAC with Backyard Firepit & Movie

Forest Retreat! Cozy 4Bed/3Ba mins to Duke & DPAC

Curated & Caffeinated! Gem near Duke & Downtown

Cozy Home in Downtown Durham.

Hideaway on Hugo

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

Stylish/historic home, walk to Duke & 9th Street!
Private house rentals

Downtown Durham Apartment with a View

Boho Bungalow Retreat Minutes from Downtown

NEW! Peaceful Retreat, Spa/Sauna [Entire Property]

Modern Durham Retreat | Near Duke & Downtown

The Blue Door Bungalow. Walk to Duke Medical/VA.

Modern Private Cottage Near Duke & Downtown Durham

Raleigh Risque’ Room | Couples’ Retreat & Playroom

Downtown Victorian Retreat w Fenced Yard
When is the best time to visit Durham?
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | June | July | Aug | Sept | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | $168 AUD | $168 AUD | $175 AUD | $171 AUD | $191 AUD | $167 AUD | $164 AUD | $160 AUD | $157 AUD | $175 AUD | $184 AUD | $177 AUD |
| 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 1,130 holiday rentals in Durham

Nightly prices starting at
Durham holiday rentals start at $28 AUD per night before taxes and fees

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Over 39,490 verified reviews to help you choose

Family-friendly holiday rentals
760 properties offer extra space and kid-friendly amenities

Pet-friendly accommodation
Find 460 rentals that welcome pets

Holiday rentals with a pool
70 properties feature pools

Rentals with dedicated workspaces
760 properties have a dedicated workspace

Wi-Fi availability
1,110 of Durham holiday rentals include Wi-Fi 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 Durham Bulls Athletic Park, American Tobacco Campus, and Sarah P. Duke Gardens
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- Duke University
- PNC Arena
- Raleigh Convention Center
- North Carolina State University
- Raven Rock State Park
- North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences
- Sarah P. Duke Gardens
- Durham Bulls Athletic Park
- William B. Umstead State Park
- Lake Johnson Park
- North Carolina Museum of Art
- Eno River State Park
- American Tobacco Campus
- University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
- Frankie's Fun Park
- Crabtree Valley Mall
- Virginia International Raceway
- North Carolina Museum of History
- Durham Farmers' Market
- Carolina Theatre
- Elon University
- Koka Booth Amphitheatre
- Duke Chapel
- Occoneechee Mountain State Natural Area





