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Sunny efficiency in historic home

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10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 251.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Durham, NC
  • Place, Duke University
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Durham Convention Center
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Durham Performing Arts Center
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Raleigh, NC (RDU-Raleigh - Durham Intl.)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Office
Garden

About this property

Sunny efficiency in historic home

Beautiful one-room efficiency in grand 1927 home in downtown historic Trinity Park, walking distance to Duke campus, parks, restaurants and bars, theaters and much more!
Off street parking.
Pet friendly.
Window AC Unit.
Fridge/Freezer combo.
No smoking on premises.

I live in the area, but travel a lot. So my friend Emily takes the lead on communicating with you and making the space ready for you.

Historic Trinity Park is one of Durham’s most sought-after neighborhoods, both for its historic architecture and prime location. The tree lined streets connect to parks, Duke’s East campus, and right to the heart of downtown. I love that I can enjoy the peace and quiet on my street, and within a 5 minute walk be in the middle of everything.

There's a lot within walking and biking distance, but there are also several other options to get around including buses (some are free), ride services and by car (parking is usually not a problem).

As stated in the house rules, there is an automatic minimum $250 service fee for any violations of house rules that require additional cleaning and/or cause damage. This is our home. We have tried to make it comfortable for you and for us, and have been thoughtful in the amenities we provide. We appreciate you for exercising the same level of thought and care when staying here.
While we are happy to host families, please note that the apartment is not “child-proofed,” nor do we provide any child-focused amenities (no crib, pack-n-play, high chair, etc).
We do ask that guests are relatively quiet after 10 PM, as a courtesy to neighbors. Noise travels in the house, and the downstairs apartment will hear you walking around!
Please don't operate the laundry after 9pm.
Parties and loud groups are not permitted. Thanks for helping us be good neighbors.
Smoking or vaping of any substances is not permitted on the premises.
Well-behaved pets are welcome, and must be registered with the reservation. There is a pet fee. Pets cannot be left alone in the back yard.
Reservations longer than 29 nights may incur additional fees.
Due to the ongoing pandemic, guests are expected to abide by CDC/WHO guidelines, as well as all North Carolina and Durham Covid-19 guidelines. Full up-to-date orders can be seen at ncdotgov.

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House Rules

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

Smoking is not permitted
NO FLAMES: Use of anything that involves fire or open flames inside (e.g. candles, incense, etc.) is strictly forbidden.
LONG TERM STAYS: Reservations longer than 29 nights may incur additional fees.

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 apartment is in the city centre. Carolina Theatre and Nasher Museum of Art at Duke University are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Fullsteam Brewery and Honey Girl Meadery. Travelling with kids? Consider Durham Performing Arts Center, or check out an event or a game at Pauli Murray Center for History and Social Justice.
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What's nearby

  • Brightleaf Square - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Duke University - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Durham Convention Center - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Carolina Theatre - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Durham Performing Arts Center - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Durham Station - 10 min walk
  • Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Atomic Clock Brewing Co - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Glass Jug Beer Lab - Downtown Durham - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪The Can Opener - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Federal - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Cocoa Cinnamon - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Sunny efficiency in historic home pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Sunny efficiency in historic home?

As of 3 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sunny efficiency in historic home on 4 July 2026 start from AU$189, 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 Sunny efficiency in historic home?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Sunny efficiency in historic home?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sunny efficiency in historic home?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Sunny efficiency in historic home located?

Located in the centre of Durham, this family-friendly apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Brightleaf Square and Duke University. Carolina Theatre and Durham Convention Center are also within 15 minutes. Durham Station is 10 minutes by foot.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 21 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 21 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 21 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved this sunny room- it’s spacious, clean, and comfortable with a nice bathroom. Parking was easy and I walked to shops and restaurants. Nice neighborhood. Communication was great! I’d definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian M.

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

Great place!

Very convenient and close to everything!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peggy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, well equipped and property was as advertised.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sherilyn W.

Sunny efficiency historic home

Lovely lodging in a beautiful ly walkable neighborhood close to excellent restaurants .
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amrita A.

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

Great room and location

The accomodations were perfect for our short stay. Very clean and the manual was helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryan W.

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

Wedding stay

Very accommodating for my girlfriend and our dogs!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael R.

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

Great Spot

Quiet, clean and cool room ideal for doing work or resting (with nice private attached bathroom). Close to lots of great stores and restaurants. Walkable from the amtrak station. Would stay here again without question.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Zoe L.

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

Durham NC Trip

It was well maintained, and everything was accommodated.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patrick C.

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

Perfect spot!

The property was exactly as described. It was clean, comfortable, and located in a nice, quiet neighborhood. It was the perfect place to crash for a weekend while in town for a wedding. Would definitely recommend to anyone needing a place to stay in Durham!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tami O.

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

Very cute, bright studio apartment in an old house with character and charm

Decor was stylish, and everything one needed for short stay was provided.My Cavapoos loved walking in the neighborhood, especially at the nearby park the host told me about.Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

patrick d.

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

Quiet

We had everything we needed along with a quiet, relaxing setting.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

marilu k.

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

stay

Wonderful!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diane G.

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

Great option near Duke East Campus

Stayed here for Duke Family weekend, it is less than a mile from Duke East Campus. It was nice to have the large, sunny room and the coffee pot, refrigerator, and microwave to make breakfast in the morning. The neighborhood feels very residential, there are lovely craftsman homes on the surrounding blocks.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laure P.

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

Excellent !

The studio is perfect, very clean and functional, bright, quiet and in an exceptional location. I absolutely recommend it !
Stayed 9 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tami O.

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

Bright, charming dog friendly studio

This was my 2nd stay and where my pups and I will stay anytime we are in Durham if we can secure a reservation. Great park 2 blocks away.Studio is clean, has everything a short stay needs, including dog bowls. Home is older with cool wood floors big on charm. The stairs creak but added to the charm and the bathroom was renovated and fresh.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Juliet E.

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

Beautiful neighborhood

Everything as advertised. Very clean. Would have wished for reading lights next to each side of bed and an option in addition to rain shower for showering. Beautiful neighborhood
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Tina M.

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

Go Duke!

We had a wonderful stay at the sunny efficiency on Gloria Avenue. The area was beautiful and we found the apartment to be very clean and comfortably furnished. The property location was near restaurants and shops. We went to a Duke game at nearby Cameron Stadium. My only complaint were the problems we had with the rental agreement link. Otherwise I would have given the property 5 stars. We will definitely book this property again when we're in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark H.

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

Wonderful apartment

I was in Durham for 3 days and found this apartment to be great. Very clean and thoughtfully appointed with all the necessities you would receive in a hotel and more. The bed is comfy and the unit is really large. The neighborhood is loaded with historic homes that make for a scenic walk around. I also walked to downtown Durham twice for dinner and drinks. In my opinion, it is the best way to get a flavor for a city when you walk places. It felt very safe and their are sidewalks everywhere. It is a pedestrian/bike friendly area. The edge of Duke University campus is just a few blocks away and it is worth taking a stroll on the path they have around the campus. Overall, great experience staying here and I would come back here the next time I am in town.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Valerie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is an exceptional property- clean, comfortable, convenient , and extra cozy (thank you for the space heater!) communication re: wifi, entrance codes, and area attractions were all great. I hope I can stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Clay T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jared R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

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