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Coveted home in Watts-Hillendale neighborhood. Close to Duke Hospital/VA

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Living area
Living area
Interior
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 476.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor barbecue

Explore the area

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Durham, NC
  • Place, Northgate Mall
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Duke Homestead
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Duke University
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Raleigh, NC (RDU-Raleigh - Durham Intl.)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Second Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen

About this property

Coveted home in Watts-Hillendale neighborhood. Close to Duke Hospital/VA

Quiet neighborhood close to hospitals. This inviting property is close to amenities such as public golf course, Downtown Durham, public parks, the mall, and I-85. Enjoy walking trails down the block or grabbing a round of golf at the public course around the corner or visiting unique shops, museums and restaurants nearby.

Smoking/Vaping is PROHIBITED

3 outdoor cameras are installed

Perfect for 2-4 adults or a small family.

Pet fee of $150 applies for up to 2 pre-approved dogs. Dogs must be 2 years or older. We only accept DOGS on our property.

iWave-R bi-polar ionization air filtration installed targeting bacteria and viruses.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 27
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Dogs must be pre-approved. 2 Dogs MAXIMUM
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Load towels into washer with pod and start it.
Please close all blinds and leave ceiling fans on in the summer.
Remove all pet waste from the back yard and deposit in a bag in the trash.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Quiet time is from 9pm to 7am every day
Parties are not allowed. Additional visitors are allowed and may park on the street for 4 hours maximum.
2 dogs MAXIMUM, NO EXCEPTIONS. Pets are not allowed on furniture or beds. Crate is provided.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Durham

Located in Durham, this holiday home is in the city centre. Ambler Tennis Stadium and West Point on the Eno are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Eno River State Park and Glennstone Preserve. Sarah P. Duke Gardens and Museum of Life and Science are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Durham, NC

What's nearby

  • Northgate Mall - 1 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Duke Homestead - 2 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Duke University - 3 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Duke University Hospital - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
  • North Carolina State University - 24 min drive - 43.2 km

Getting around

  • Durham Station - 6 min drive
  • Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Costco Food Court - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Sheetz - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Texas Roadhouse - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Coveted home in Watts-Hillendale neighborhood. Close to Duke Hospital/VA pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Coveted home in Watts-Hillendale neighborhood. Close to Duke Hospital/VA?

As of 12 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Coveted home in Watts-Hillendale neighborhood. Close to Duke Hospital/VA on 4 July 2026 start from AU$184, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Coveted home in Watts-Hillendale neighborhood. Close to Duke Hospital/VA?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Coveted home in Watts-Hillendale neighborhood. Close to Duke Hospital/VA?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Coveted home in Watts-Hillendale neighborhood. Close to Duke Hospital/VA?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Coveted home in Watts-Hillendale neighborhood. Close to Duke Hospital/VA located?

Located in the heart of Durham, this holiday home is 1 mi (1.6 km) from Northgate Mall and 1.8 mi (2.8 km) from Duke University. Duke Homestead and Durham VA Medical Center are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 29 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 29 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 29 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 29 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Claudia G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing bungalow that was perfect for me and my boys for a weekend getaway! Super cozy and close to so many things we will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
The hosts were gracious. Location is convenient for walks and shopping. We be happy to use it on future visits.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kat B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great. I have stayed here before and Michelle is always a great host. Great space and yard for the pups. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great neighborhood close to the hospital, lots of parks within walking distance. Conveniently located off the interstate. Great communication with the hosts and very clean property. I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dawn D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A lovely place to spend the weekend while visiting family in the area. Good communication with the host and grateful for accommodating us for an early check in!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jodi M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was perfect for our trip to visit Duke University. The house was very clean and had everything we needed for our stay. Michelle was a great host! She was readily available to help with whatever we needed and answer questions from restaurant recommendations to sight-seeing recommendations!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pam C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easy to find the property and was the perfect size for 3 adults. The kitchen had everything we needed, where we even cooked a meal one night! We enjoyed the deck as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Johnsie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clean, quiet, and everything you need

Great property, cozy, and the owners were great!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Duke Reunion home base

Great, clean place to stay with a small family and dogs!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Rebecca B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location to Duke University Hospital

We needed a place close to Duke hospital for a month due to my husband’s surgery and a safe place for our dog. This home was perfect for our needs. The fenced in back yard was exactly what we needed for our dog.
Stayed 28 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay near Duke

We enjoyed our brief stay near the campus. Very quiet at night. Check-in was easy and quick. Everything as promised. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marty B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quick Weekend Trip

We were in town for a birthday party for our 1-year-old granddaughter. This home couldn’t have been more perfect. Location was great. It was comfy and quiet. Will definitely book here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Durham visit

We had a lovely stay at this property - it is exactly as pictured. Clean, convenient, and welcoming.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bethany M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice home

Well equipped, very clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Patrick C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Pretty Little House

House was nice especially for a pet friendly property. Pictures were accurate. Hassle free check in. It is very close to a busy highway, so it was noisy.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ben M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Location

Location is right off the highway in a nice quiet neighborhood. You can walk to the park or go for a quick drive for pretty much any food you need. House is great and the backyard is perfect for a dog. Comfortable and cozy!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shannon S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely perfect - will stay here again!

We have never felt so welcome and at ease in a new city! The owners were immediately available at all times. The neighbors were welcoming! Charming house, fenced back yard which was great for our dog. Amazing hiking trails nearby. I cannot say enough positive things about our stay.
Stayed 22 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jim T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent Location for Exploring Durham

Very convenient, clean home at the end of a dead-end street. My wife and our 2 dogs were in town for a long weekend to explore Durham's restaurants, local hikes and museums. The back yard is fenced and a big plus for our 2 dogs. Would definitely want to stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Betty A. L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Friend’s Reunion

The property is a cozy bungalow that is conveniently situated to restaurants, parks, and close to downtown Durham. We both enjoyed the house. It was very clean and well supplied to make our stay comfortable. I will recommend this property to my friends.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Susan F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Disliked: Communication
First the plusses. Close to Duke hospital, food shopping and Duke U. Beds are comfortable and house although small has most of the basics (although make sure you bring a sponge for the kitchen, dish soap and extra paper towels, and toilet paper, you get the minimum). Also if you drink caffeinated coffee make sure you bring your own (only decaf). One of the biggest issue was that the house is adjacent to a freeway and right behind a busy road so there is a lot of noise both inside and outside all the time. Something the host should be more transparent about.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ben M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Close to Everything

The house was a perfect size for me and my dog! It is close to so many food options, Duke, and downtown Durham, and it is right off the highway. Quiet neighborhood that is easy to walk around and get to some parks. The fenced in backyard was great to let my dog roam and play with him. Really enjoyed my stay and if I ever need a place in the Durham area again, I hope to stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable rental unit

The home was comfortable and met all of our needs. It was clear many updates were made to modernize the house. Everything functioned well and was lovely. The host was very kind and graciously allowed us to check in early. The home is near the freeway, which is convenient, but also a little loud when you’re outside.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

January 2023

We were pleased with our stay in Durham at this cozy, clean and well appointed dog friendly home. The home is located close to playgrounds, parks and trails with easy access to I85 as well. We enjoyed taking our 2 year old grandson to the playground and walking the dog on the trails.
Stayed 29 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vicki H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for extended stay!

We were delighted with this adorable home! The furnishings are so modern and tasteful. Everything you need is here! We were here for medical care and found the location ideal for Duke hospital and offices. Wish we could give the owner MORE than 5 stars - she is a gem. She was so flexible through our medical ups and downs, and quickly responded to our questions. Our stay couldn’t have been better!
Stayed 89 nights in Dec 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Deborah W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great value and close proximity to Duke campus

We stayed at this property while attending our son’s graduation from Duke University. The rates were very reasonable and our stay was comfortable. The location is great for easy access to the university but it is very close to the freeway and you can hear the traffic noise. We are big city people so it was not a huge issue but it would be nice to know ahead of time. Spending time outside is not as enjoyable when you hear the constant roar of traffic.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 13 May 2024
Hi Deborah. We’re glad you liked the house. We cannot control the traffic volumes and given it was graduation for Duke, UNC and Mother’s Day weekend, the traffic may have been louder than normal. We are sorry that we didn’t deliver the 5 star experience that we are accustomed to but again, the noise is not in our control and obviously the traffic on 85 would be much higher for this particular weekend.

About the host

Hosted by Carson & Michelle

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My husband and I take a lot of vacations with our dogs using VRBO and we decided that we would like to offer a place, just like our great hosts have offered. We found the perfect property, close to Duke and the VA so that families who were receiving treatment could have a place to stay close by if needed. My Mom needed that when she was alive.

My husband is quite talented as a tradesman and works for a local hardware store. Myself, I work with data for a worldwide medical equipment manufacturer.

While neither of us are native to North Carolina (Carson from Connecticut/New Mexico and myself from Saudi Arabia), we do love this area and all that it has to offer.

Why they chose this property

This property is so quaint and in such a wonderful neighborhood, we couldn't pass it up! We almost moved here ourselves! The location is wonderful and all of the urban parks make it as relaxing as can be yet still close to downtown and all of the great restaurants/shops/activities Durham has to offer.

What makes this property unique

Quiet street with beautiful yard close to golf, parks and trailways.

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