Family-friendly holiday rentals in Durham

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!

Duke Forest Zen Treehouse - pool table, decks

Enjoy a unique japanese-inspired custom home just 2 miles from Duke. Ascend through the gated entrance up the winding driveway to your own Zen treehouse retreat perched on the edge of the forest. large custom kitchen with Viking appliances, striking stonework and fireplaces. Outside there is a built-in grill, dining area, and firepit. the downstairs rec room is perfect for families featuring a pool table, movie watching area, and huge enclosed porch. need extra space? book both units!

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.

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.

Little House Old North Durham

Welcome to our little house in Old North Durham. The 380 square foot studio guest house (open concept) sits behind our Bungalow in a centrally located historic neighborhood.; a 15-20 minute walk to Durham's vibrant Central Park District and a little further to downtown. Close by restaurants, music, movies and shows. Sleeps 2 comfortably on queen bed, and 2 additional on convertible couch from IKEA. Living area joins kitchen and is open to bedroom (see photos). Vaulted ceilings create openness.

Beautiful Farm stay 2 beds, 2 baths with office

Relax with your partner or bring the whole family to our peaceful 45 acre horse farm. We neighbor the Eno River and are centrally located in Northern Durham only 12 miles from Downtown. Come sit and enjoy our beautiful screened in porch that overlooks 2 scenic ponds and offers some of the best sunsets you’ve ever seen. This newly renovated farmhouse is beautifully decorated with 2 bedrooms, large master (king) and second bedroom (queen), office space has a sleeper sofa for additional guest.

Stylish historic home—walk to Duke & 9th Street!

Get comfortable, have a drink & enjoy the porch! This renovated home away from home is in popular Old West Durham neighborhood! Duke East campus is a leisurely 15 minute walk or 2 minute drive. You’ll be one block from 9th Street, so great food and shopping are just around the corner. We’re centrally located to anything that brings you to the area: 2 miles to Duke Hospital, DPAC, Downtown Durham, and the Museum of Life and Science, 12 miles to Chapel Hill, and 27 miles to Downtown Raleigh.

3BR Durham Haven: Perfect for Visiting Duke & DTWN

Welcome to Honeysuckle House, a gem nestled in Trinity Park, embodying Durham's unique charm. This cozy 3BR home, minutes from Downtown, Duke University, and Duke Med, offers a serene retreat. Infused with local aesthetics, it's your private sanctuary. Enjoy a fully-equipped space, designed for comfort and convenience. Ideal for families, groups, or business travelers, our home ensures a memorable Durham experience. Embrace the warmth of Honeysuckle House, your home away from home.

Private Sunny Suite- Walk to Downtown

Private entrance and suite in our family home. This is the perfect home base for exploring all that Durham has to offer- walk to restaurants/bars/coffee shops/ music venues. Walk downtown, or take a short Uber or Lyft to DPAC or a Bulls game. 2 miles to Duke. We live upstairs, so you will hear us, but the space is quiet and private. We are available to answer questions or provide recommendations. We frequently hang out in the yard with family and friends- feel free to join us!

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.

Duplex filled with natural light

A stylish, modern, and beautiful alley guesthouse that is located just 2 blocks from Duke's East Campus and 4 blocks from downtown Durham. The apartment is located in the historic Trinity Park Neighborhood in Durham. The apartment has a top of the line finish, hardwood floors, appliances, and furniture. The loft area is equipped with a standing desk and monitor and 2 Yoga matts, and it is ideal for working professionals visiting the area. Built: 2023

Midcentury Modern, Near Duke

Enjoy a relaxing stay in mid-century style with modern convenience. Our midcentury modernized all-steel home, manufactured by the Lustron Corporation in the 1940s, is nestled in a quiet residential neighborhood near Duke University and Hospital, the NC School of Science and Math, and Ninth St shops and restaurants. Our house retains all its original built-in steel cabinetry and features period-appropriate furniture handcrafted by the owner.