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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

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.

Desirable Family Neighborhood, Near Duke/Hospital
This beautifully renovated home offers a warm and inviting atmosphere, just minutes from a golf course, Downtown Durham, parks, shopping, and I-85. Enjoy scenic walking trails just down the block, museums, and restaurants. The home is also conveniently located near major hospitals, including Duke and VA Hospitals, as well as rehabilitation centers. Perfect for 2-4 adults or a small family, with a fully fenced backyard. Pet-Friendly: Pre-approved dogs (up to 2) allowed with a $125 charge.

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.

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.

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 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

Adorable Bungalow, Minutes from Downtown Durham

3bd Lake pool access near Duke UNC Southpoint

Cottage & Pool, Steps to Historic Downtown

Designer home close to RDU and downtown, sleeps 12

Beautifully Updated Penthouse Condo in West Cary

Home away from home in Durham with Private Pool!
Weekly house rentals

Downtown Durham Apartment with a View

Sara P Duke Studio ( Hot Tub)

Cozy Bungalow Near Downtown

Guest Suite: Artist studio turned into loft.

Sunny Home With Soaring Ceilings

Casa Rosa - 2BR West End Bungalow

Bright Tree Retreat

"Rooftop Retreat: Sleeps 4, near Downtown Fun!"
Private house rentals

Entire home in RTP near Duke, fenced backyard

Parent, Healthcare, Work Travel, Midterm discount

Garden Retreat Near Downtown, Duke, UNC & RDU

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

Burch Avenue Hideaway- walk to Duke

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

HistoricallyHip on Hale/Walkable, 3 min to Duke

Luxe Stay Near Duke &DT - Rooftop/Firepit/Games
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 | $161 AUD | $164 AUD | $170 AUD | $182 AUD | $203 AUD | $178 AUD | $175 AUD | $170 AUD | $167 AUD | $187 AUD | $189 AUD | $172 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 1,080 holiday rentals in Durham

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Durham holiday rentals start at $15 AUD per night before taxes and fees

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

Pet-friendly accommodation
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

Wi-Fi availability
1,050 of Durham holiday rentals include Wi-Fi access

Popular amenities for guests
Guests love Kitchen, Wi-Fi 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
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- Tobacco Road Golf Club
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