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Tiny Tarheel: Cozy Retreat Near UNC-Tiny House

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Lots of natural light.
Welcome to Tiny Tarheel!
Kitchen-island seating with barstools for 2
Open space living in the tiny home
Front entry, covered patio area with seating and swing chair

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Chapel Hill, NC
  • Place, Camden Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, McIntyre's Fine Books and Bookends
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Briar Chapel Commons
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Raleigh, NC (RDU-Raleigh - Durham Intl.)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Living Room/Kitchen space

1 Double Sofa Bed

Studio

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Tiny Tarheel: Cozy Retreat Near UNC-Tiny House

Welcome to your cozy retreat in Chapel Hill, North Carolina! Located just 7 miles from the prestigious University of North Carolina in Chapel Hill, this charming tiny house offers the perfect blend of comfort and convenience. With its prime location, you'll find yourself just down the street from vibrant cafes, cantinas, and bustling cultural attractions. Whether you're exploring the university campus, cheering on the Tarheels at a game, or immersing yourself in the rich history of Chapel Hill, this quaint abode provides a serene haven to return to after a day of adventure. Enjoy the best of both worlds with easy access to urban amenities and the tranquility of your own private oasis in this charming tiny house. This Tiny house is situated adjacent to the main property, yet boasts its own outdoor area for leisure, complete with a dedicated fire pit. Please note that the tiny house is located behind another property as an accessory dwelling unit.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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
Max of 2 dogs. $87 pet fee for up to 2 pets/stay.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Outside only (away from the door).
No parties! Results in eviction w/ no refund. Required rental agreement. Minimal renter age: 21 y.o. Unauthorized guests will incur $50/guest/day fee
Smoking/handling marijuana in the home will result in a $400 fine. No local rentals allowed, unless approved by host. 3% CC surcharge on all bookings.
Check with us for pet friendly status and fee. No cats! 4WD is recommended in winter months; no refunds due to weather. Quiet hours: 10pm-8am

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3999065vb
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 and a deadlock

About the area

Chapel Hill

Located in Chapel Hill, this holiday home is in a rural area. Cooper Mays Pottery and Memorial Hall are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include McIntyre's Fine Books and Bookends and Great Meadow Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Kenan Stadium or Dean Smith Center. Power boating and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and cycling nearby.
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Chapel Hill, NC

What's nearby

  • Camden Park - 4 min drive - 4.0 km
  • McIntyre's Fine Books and Bookends - 5 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Great Meadow Park - 5 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Briar Chapel Commons - 5 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Park at Briar Chapel - 5 min drive - 4.1 km

Getting around

  • Durham Station - 30 min drive
  • Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Panda Garden - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Jersey Mike's Subs - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Town Hall Burger & Beer - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Tiny Tarheel: Cozy Retreat Near UNC-Tiny House pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Tiny Tarheel: Cozy Retreat Near UNC-Tiny House?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Tiny Tarheel: Cozy Retreat Near UNC-Tiny House?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tiny Tarheel: Cozy Retreat Near UNC-Tiny House?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Tiny Tarheel: Cozy Retreat Near UNC-Tiny House located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Great Meadow Park, Briar Chapel Commons and McIntyre's Fine Books and Bookends. Boulder Park and Park at Briar Chapel are also within 3 miles (5 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. 14 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Courtney Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was perfect for a weekend stay in Chapel Hill! Great hosts!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 5 May 2026
Thank you, Courtney! We’re so glad the home was a perfect fit for your weekend in Chapel Hill. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we’d love to welcome you back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karin O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay was lovely. The tiny house was perfect for two people for a few days. Host is very responsive.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Apr 2026
Hi Karin, Thank you for the great review and thank you for being a wonderful guest. We'd love to have you back anytime.
Verified

8/10 Good

Lonny P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent little place to stay. Great location.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Jan 2026
Thank you, Lonny! We’re glad you enjoyed the location and had a great stay. We appreciate you choosing our place and hope to welcome you back again in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jaime R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and beautifully designed tiny home. We enjoyed our stay and will be booking again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Feb 2026
Thank you so much, Jaime! We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed the tiny home and the location. We’d be happy to host you again anytime — you’re always welcome back!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Second stay at this property. Super convenient and comfortable for one or two guests, my wife and I stayed here while visiting family who live in Briar Chapel. Shower is really nice and has great water pressure and hot water. Good laundry and kitchen too. Highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Apr 2026
Thank you so much for staying with us again! I’m glad you and your wife found the space comfortable and convenient for your visit. Happy to hear you enjoyed the shower and amenities too! You’re always welcome back anytime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susanne C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tiny Tarbell house was a wonderful place to stay. We were there for an event at UNC and it was a great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Oct 2025
Here’s a friendly, warm response to that one: I’m so glad you enjoyed your stay at the Tiny Tarheel House! The location really is great for UNC events. Thanks for choosing to stay with us — we’d love to host you again next time you’re in town!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katherine F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was very kind and communicative.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Dec 2025
Hi Kate, Thank you so much for your kind review! We’re glad to hear you had a positive experience and that our communication and the home met your expectations. It was a pleasure hosting you. We’d be happy to welcome you back anytime in the future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay! Good location, comfortable and clean. Highly recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Sept 2025
Thank you John and thanks for taking time to leave a review!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sean H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our host was very helpful and welcoming during our entire stay. The house was easy to find and a nice size for two people. It was the perfect place to stay for a wedding in NC.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Nov 2025
We are so happy to hear that you enjoyed your stay at Tiny Tarhill! We would love to have back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Megan J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a lovely stay at the Tiny House! Conveniently located, but still plenty of privacy and quiet! It was SO nice to have a place we could bring our small dog. The space is compact but well-designed, and we had all that we needed throughout our stay. Though we didn’t have a chance to use it much, the fire pit and outdoor area was very nice. Will definitely return next time we’re in town!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Jan 2026
Hi Megan! Thank you for your wonderful review. We enjoyed having you and hope to have you back again.
Verified

8/10 Good

Robert F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This unit met our needs for this period of time, and we would certainly use again in future visits
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Oct 2025
So glad we were able to provide you what you needed! Thanks for taking the time to leave a review!
Verified

8/10 Good

Michelle M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Andrea was very responsive and friendly. The place was lovely, and I had a wonderful, restful writer vacation! The space is welcoming and cozy. One suggestion... if advertising as the Tiny Tarheel (which I love!), it could be a nice touch to offer a sports channel so guests can watch the Tarheel game of the season. I highly recommend this place!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Dec 2025
Hi Michelle, Thank you for staying with us at Tiny Tarheel. We're glad to hear you had a restful writer vacation. We'd love to have you back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aubrey B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tiny Tarheel was absolutely perfect! It had everything we needed for our trip to Chapel Hill. Everything was very neat and clean, our check-in was simple, finding it was easy (even in the dark), and our host always replied quickly to messages and made sure we had everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Nov 2025
Thank you so much, Aubrey! We’re thrilled to hear Tiny Tarheel was perfect for your trip and that everything felt easy, clean, and comfortable. We truly appreciate your kind words and would be happy to host you again anytime you’re in Chapel Hill!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ellen C.

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

Football weekend in the Tiny Tar Heel

Such a cute little place inside and out!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew N.

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

Tiny Tar Heel

Great little house. Very comfortable and so quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Courtney W.

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

Great spot outside of town!!

The tiny home was a lovely spot for my husband, myself and our big dog! It's just off 15-501 so while there isn't a sidewalk right there, you can scoot on down to Poplar for a nice saunter with your pup. The property was beautiful and clean and everything we needed. - a small kitchenette, a lovely shower/bathroom and plenty of room to move around. Admittedly we live in the mountains so it was a bit too wark for us to sit outside but the front area is so cute with a few chairs and a cozy hammock. Can't wait to return here in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

About the host

Hosted by Andrea Douglass

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I am a pharmacist at Duke Hospital who stumbled into the world of property management and real estate. It all began when I started renting out my personal properties as short-term rentals. I quickly fell in love with managing properties and interacting with guests, which led me to obtain my real estate license. As my passion for this field grew, I expanded my services to manage other people's properties as well. The business became so busy that I had to reduce my hours at Duke Hospital to dedicate more time to it. I am deeply passionate about traveling and exploring different properties and areas, which fuels my love for this profession even more. I am dedicated to providing exceptional service to both property owners and guests, ensuring a seamless and enjoyable experience for all involved.

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English, Spanish

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