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Nature's Refuge: Near Duke U

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Enjoy your meals on our table designed by a local artisan
Enjoy the cozy living space along with lots of streaming channels
Eat your meals, with a view of the forest!
You’ll enjoy the full kitchen including fridge and freezer
Our goal is to provide you with the best Airbnb experiences you will ever have!
Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 429 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

Explore the area

Map
Durham, NC
  • Popular LocationResearch Triangle Park6 min drive
  • Popular LocationDurham Performing Arts Center10 min drive
  • Popular LocationFrankie's Fun Park10 min drive
  • AirportRaleigh, NC (RDU-Raleigh - Durham Intl.)18 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Living room 1

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Kitchen
Office
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Nature's Refuge: Near Duke U

Message me for attractive weekly/monthly rates at our 2-BR Glamping RV, just a 9-mile drive from Duke University. Ideal for families navigating a medical journey at Duke. This unique RV blends the allure of minimalist living with the necessities of modern comforts. Stay connected with Wi-Fi, enjoy entertainment on Roku TV, and whip up meals in our fully-equipped kitchen.


Our compact bathroom embodies efficient living. Situated near the edge of a serene woodland, this peaceful camper refuge is enveloped in nature's soothing sounds. Open your windows to gentle breezes and the crowing of roosters. Seek rest and reflection on our bench overlooking the creek. Echoing Marge's words: 'Brian and Dawn's place provided a safe, private sanctuary... a blessing to return to each night.' Nature's Refuge offers more than an RV stay—it's a comforting sanctuary, a haven for restful sleep, and a serene escape amidst nature.

Our Guests Loved: The hospitality, cleanliness, privacy, value, piano, guitar & impressive in-house gym!

Some people want to do photo shoots and you can get pricing to do commercial photography of the premises for your resale. You can message us for details!


Unless you require something, you will have 100% privacy in this beautiful home away from home.
There are many folks who walk around the neighborhood in this scenic, country setting.

Within minutes of both Research Triangle Park (RTP) and the Raleigh-Durham (RDU) airport. Friendly neighbors, with fast food restaurants within 5 minutes.

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT:
Clean, great level of communication and all in all a great experience - they care about your safety, checks up on you and if things are good on a nice regular basis, making sure you have everything you need. A bunch of "extras" for you to use, such as towels, soap for showering, coffee, plenty of kitchen tools and whatnot + fridge and freezer.

The tiny home camper is absolutely beautiful! You can easily stay for a week (or longer!) and feel right at home. Communication is great and Hosts are very friendly and accommodating. Able to work there remotely with no issues. Its in a quiet neighborhood, the beds sleep like a dream and enjoyed every minute. Would absolutely book every time Durham calls!

Very quiet neighborhood and very good location…I recommend anyone who has to go to Durham to consider this property for rental.
You will have full access to the entire tiny home camper and fire pit. You will receive a keypad code to come and go as you like!

Your camper is a thoughtfully-decorated Tiny Home - with a locking door for privacy and security. You will feel right at home among the lush bedding, and plentiful lighting throughout your home. A Keurig coffee maker and microwave are available for your convenience, and you can enjoy your meals at the table created by a local artist. The recently redecorated bathroom awaits just down the hall - and nature views greet you from all windows. Take your cup of coffee to the oversized, fire pit for a truly charming experience, enveloped with the sights and sounds of nature.

Every creature comfort you could need is right here for you:
-Free parking
-Toiletries
-Fresh linens & towels
-Fridge
-Microwave
-Toaster oven
-Keurig coffee machine
-Dining area
-Fire pit
-Bench in our woods overlooking the forest and creek
-Office/Dining Room desk/table with High-Speed Internet
-HDTV with several premium streaming services

TESTIMONIALS ABOUT OUR HOSTING:
“Brian & Dawn are so welcoming and lovely people. It was my first time being in an Airbnb and they made this stay awesome. I loved it here - the place is nice and quiet. I got so many good suggestions from you about places I can visit. You guys are amazing.” ~Rehan
“Brian and his wife went above and beyond to make sure that the space is as comfortable as it can be. They are very communicative and their response time to anything you need is matched by none. I would highly recommend to anyone that is in the area hands down.” ~Dana
“This Airbnb is an amazing stay! The owner is incredibly nice and any time you make a request he is happy to accommodate. There are other people living in the adjacent house and they are all extremely friendly and welcoming. The bed is very comfortable. There is a fridge and plenty of ways to cook. Great place to stay!” ~Celeste

OTHER THINGS TO NOTE
Prefer having a private bedroom with an in-home gym, full kitchen, piano, and guitar, just 4 minutes away? Check out: https://www.airbnb.com/h/sparklingcleandownstairs
Or, consider our traditional whole-house rental, just two minutes away? https://www.airbnb.com/h/corprental

You will want to have your own car as the nearest bus stop is a couple of miles away. Both Uber and Lyft are available.

Onsite parking accommodates two cars, right in front of the tiny home camper.

Very quiet neighborhood and very good location…I recommend anyone who has to go to Durham to consider this place for rental. – Elliott

This home, on a quiet residential street with tons of green space, is in an incredibly popular location near the Research Triangle Park and Duke, with all that the dynamic cities of Raleigh and Durham have to offer close by as well.

HOSTED BY
“Very safe, welcoming and pleasant home”
“Brian and his family offer an amazing Airbnb experience”
“One of my very best Airbnb stays”

Your hosts Brian and Dawn have extensive experience with their other properties and are Airbnb Super Hosts! They are so excited to welcome you, and completely dedicated to making your stay perfect in every way!

AROUND-TOWN Things to Do!
Duke University
Art Scene – Murals Museums
NC Museum of Art
North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences
"The Daily Planet Theatre gets its name because we wanted a space here in the museum of natural sciences where we could connect science to people's daily lives," said Smith.
Butterfly House @ Museum of Life and Science
Nasher Museum of Art @ Duke
Lake Betz, Granite Falls
Umstead State Park
Greenway from Raleigh to Durham
Raleigh Azalea Garden
Juniper Level Botanic Garden
Raleigh Transfer Food
BBQ!

Property manager

Brian Wills

Amenities

Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

About the area

Durham

This vacation home is located in Durham. Travelers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Durham Performing Arts Center, while those who have shopping on the agenda may want to visit Streets at Southpoint Mall and Crabtree Valley Mall. Wheels Fun Park and Frankie's Fun Park are also worth visiting.
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Durham, NC

What's nearby

  • Research Triangle Park - 6 min drive
  • North Carolina Central University - 9 min drive
  • Durham Performing Arts Center - 10 min drive
  • Frankie's Fun Park - 10 min drive
  • Duke University - 11 min drive

Getting around

  • Durham Station - 10 min drive
  • Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 5 min drive
  • McDonald's - 7 min drive
  • Cookout - 5 min drive
  • Wendy's - 5 min drive
  • Sofia's Pizza - 7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Nature's Refuge: Near Duke U pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Communication

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very clean and homey! Management was attentive and made it clear to reach out to them for anything. Only about 15 minutes from crab tree mall, it was nice to be on the outskirts and away from all of the people and traffic in raleigh!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

About the host

Hosted by Brian Wills

Host profile image
Welcome to the Wills Woods Haus! We relocated from Silicon Valley April 2019 and have been loving the Raleigh/Durham lifestyle ever since! I am a coach and mentor for Fortune 500 leaders and teams all around the world. In my free time (when I'm not traveling), I enjoy HIIT, lifting weights, and spending time with my lovely wife and adult children. My wife has a rich teaching career, which she has carried over into her job at the Bethesda Christian Academy. The Raleigh/Durham area has quickly become our home. We hope in your time with us, you'll find a little piece of home here, too! We are the Wills! :)

Why they chose this property

Where else can you stay convenient to Duke U, UNC, Brier Creek Mall, and have a private entrance in a country setting where you can be productive with a beautiful work desk and High-Speed WiFi while having ability to take a break and enjoy nature by simply stepping outside the door to an oversized back porch overlooking a forest? Simply amazing. The luxuriously-large master bedroom is richly appointed with beautiful Tiffany lamps, a walk-in closet, an in-room dining table, and has in-room temperature control for your personal comfort. The wall-mounted, large-screen monitor in the room has almost every streaming service imaginable along with a very high-quality bed that some of our guests said is one of the best nights sleep they've ever had.

What makes this property unique

We strive to make your stay one of the best, if not the best short-term rental that you've ever had. Your stay comes completely with custom recommendations of restaurants as well as local activities sure to please.
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