
Private suite holiday rentals in Durham
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Charming modern house close to Duke/RTP/Downtown
A lovely two bedroom ground floor space in a modern passive solar house. It's situated conveniently to Duke/Downtown (10 min), and RTP (15-20 min). Your space has laundry appliances, bathtub, and a lovely KITCHENETTE equipped with a toaster oven, microwave, 2/3rds size fridge, and coffee/tea stuff. The home is set back from the road and surrounded by trees giving it a cabin-like feel. It's convenient to great restaurants, shopping, and the universities while still giving you a secluded feel.

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!).

Luxe Guest Suite w Pool (Historic, Downtown)
Southern charm is in abundance in this c. 1799 home! This sun-filled, artfully restored space is a private, "in-law" suite adjacent to a sprawling southern Estate. You'll enjoy a private entrance, huge living area / queen bed, large dressing room with "his and hers" vanities, modern bathroom with walk-in shower and oversized tub, access to gorgeous pool, and sprawling verandas. The space is mere blocks from all that quintessential historic Hillsborough has to offer, and is a rare treasure!

*NEW* Scandinavian Private Suite near Downtown
Tired of cramped, bland hotel rooms? Prefer to stay in a thoughtfully designed, Nordic-inspired guest suite in a convenient, quiet, green neighborhood with walkable coffee, grocery, sushi, and fine dining and a short drive from Village District, NC State, and downtown amenities like Red Hat amphitheater, Meymandi Concert Hall, Raleigh Convention Center, Dorothea Dix park, and more? If so, then the inspired and soothing design of this cozy private walkout basement suite may be for you!

Private studio apartment steps from Downtown!
Compact studio steps from Downtown Durham with a private entry and free street parking! Well-stocked kitchenette and bathroom. Close to Duke and walkable to all of Downtown and more: ✦ 7+ coffee shops ✦ 10+ breweries ✦ Plenty of restaurants + bars ✦ DPAC, Durham Bulls + Durham Convention Center ✦ Central Park, Farmer's Market + Durham Food Hall ✦ Ellerbe Creek + American Tobacco Trails We live in the townhouse above the studio and are happy to assist with anything you might need.

Bull City Suite (PSA - We use Clorox to disinfect)
Duke, Performing Arts, the Durham Bulls, great restaurants and more! 2019 home with a dedicated guest suite near downtown Durham. Basement suite has private entry via stairs with automated keyless access, kitchenette, living room, bedroom, bathroom, dining area with dedicated HVAC. Off street parking for 1 vehicle w/ additional street parking. Nearby: DPAC/DBAP American Tobacco Campus Duke Gardens Duke Medical Center Duke University Carolina Theater Nasher Museum Museum of Science

Private suite with kitchenette. Walk to downtown!
Enjoy this new private suite in downtown Hillsborough with separate entrance. We are a 1/2 mile to restaurants and shopping on Churton Street. King bed, Full bath, kitchenette with microwave, Keurig coffee maker, tea kettle, wifi, Roku TV, small refrigerator, sitting area, and workspace. Truly a unique and comfortable place to stay. Enjoy wine and coffee on the front porch or visit the local downtown coffee shops and restaurants. Our space is best suited for adults.

Gorgeous Retreat - Close to CH/Carrboro/Saxapahaw
Welcome to our cozy craftsman guest suite! Private and peaceful - we're situated on 5 acres close to Carrboro/Chapel Hill (13 mi), UNC Hospitals (15 mi), Elon (20 mi), and the charming Village of Saxapahaw (5 mi). The guest suite is a spacious 500 sq ft with private entrance, full kitchen and bath, bedroom, and living area. With views into the woods and garden, it's a beautiful spot to get away, relax, and enjoy nature. Great for couples and solo travelers alike.
Private 530sqft Family Friendly Suite
Come stay in our private suite on the lower level of our home! We have a great location only 9 minutes drive to UNC and easy access to I-40 gets you to RDU and the airport easily. We provide high speed internet with ethernet hookup and mesh wifi with a dedicated workstation. Large flatscreen TV includes at least 3 streaming services and our personal digital movie library through Apple TV app. Fully stocked Keurig station with coffee, tea and the morning basics!

Private guesthouse near airport, RTP & Brier Creek
Contemporary guesthouse in quiet residential area with large private deck on wooded lot. Conveniently located to I-540, the airport, RTP and Brier Creek shopping and restaurants. Just outside of Raleigh city limits, but a close drive to everything. King sized bed, spacious shower bath, fully equipped kitchen, dining area and living area - all in a airy and bright loft. Free wi-fi. Large TV with Roku. No parties and no events please. No smoking, no pets.

The Mural Suite, An Artsy One Bedroom in Durham
A mural filled one bedroom suite with a full bath and kitchenette attached to our house with its own separate entrance. Located less than 5 minutes by car to downtown Durham with easy access for those who prefer to travel by bicycle or foot to the Ellerbee Creek trail. Centrally located to Duke University and Duke Medical. Perfect for longer stays for visiting professionals as well as shorter stays to enjoy all Durham has to offer.

Luxurious Lakeside Getaway - Minutes from RDU
Welcome to our modern, majestic lakefront guest suite property, perfectly situated in a serene and tranquil setting. Immerse yourself in the natural beauty of the lake, embark on exciting outdoor activities, or simply bask in the serenity of the surroundings. The choice is yours. Book your stay with us today and discover the magic of this serene lakeside retreat, where modern luxury meets the tranquility of nature.
Popular amenities for Durham Self-Contained Units
Family-friendly private suite rentals

Spacious Basement in RDU/RTP/CARY area by JENDI

Studio @ The Mulberry on Athens

Pine Perch Suite - 10 Mins to Chapel Hill, UNC

The Olive Grove

Quaint & cozy living near downtown Raleigh

Serene Sanctuary - Lake view!

Walkable Spacious Sanctuary w Spa Amenities

Adorable 1 bedroom apartment near downtown Wendell
Self-Contained Unit with a patio

Beautiful Guest House, 3 blocks to Duke E Campus!

One bedroom studio suite

The Oasis - 15 mins from downtown Raleigh

Peaceful + Modern Private King Suite in Midtown

Boho-Chic Art Bungalow. Walk to Downtown, Cafes

Poolside boho chic studio - dog friendly!

Adorable downtown Cary apartment with fenced yard

Guesthouse on private 16 acre country estate, pool
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The GarageOasis~Walkable~Downtown~StateFair 15 min

The Boho Suite | Private bed, bath, & living room

Shabby Chic Studio near UNC!

Near Downtown Durham, Duke University & Hospital

The Sunny Cave.

Convenient 1-Bedroom Apartment w/ Private Entrance

Cozy Loft Near Lenovo Center

Spacious Apartment. Walk to UNC Hospital & Campus!
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 | $99 AUD | $116 AUD | $124 AUD | $127 AUD | $133 AUD | $119 AUD | $122 AUD | $141 AUD | $133 AUD | $139 AUD | $127 AUD | $110 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 private suite rentals in Durham

Total holiday rentals
Explore 40 holiday rentals in Durham

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Durham holiday rentals start at $46 AUD per night before taxes and fees

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

Rentals with dedicated workspaces
20 properties have a dedicated workspace

Wi-Fi availability
40 of Durham holiday rentals include Wi-Fi access

Popular amenities for guests
Guests love Kitchen, Wi-Fi and Pool across Durham rentals

4.9 Average rating
Durham stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.9 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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