With space for 5 guests, this vacation home features 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. It is pet-friendly, allowing your furry companions to join you. Explore the University of North Carolina and the North Carolina Botanical Garden during your stay.
Highlights
Made for relaxation
Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
Firepit available
One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
Centrally-located
You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
Grandma’s House - Minutes from UNC, Firepit, Ninja Creami Available to Rent
Looking for something fancy? Then keep moving! Grandma’s House is comfy, clean, and without a lick of fance.
Enjoy a quiet getaway at a peaceful cottage-- just 10-15 min from UNC-Chapel Hill and UNC Hospital! The location combined with the full kitchen, wifi, parking, memory foam mattresses, and hosts just a holler away make Grandma's House the best way to enjoy your visit to town. As a bonus, Grandma loves to leave snacks for her guests. Bring your furry friends, too! Gramma don't mind. Ninja Creami Deluxe Available to rent for $25/stay or $25/week for stays greater than 1 week. Cause it’s not a trip to Grandma’a house without ice cream.
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Pets allowed: dogs less than 453 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
We allow more than 2 pets for an additional charge
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Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
You may also smoke by the fire pit
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please wash dishes
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Important information
You need to know
Property # 4094421vb
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill is home to this holiday home. University Lake and Keith Arboretum reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include The Carolina Basketball Museum and Carrboro Century Center. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Kenan Stadium or Dean Smith Center.
University of North Carolina - 6 min drive - 5.4 km
Kenan Stadium - 8 min drive - 6.3 km
Dean Smith Center - 8 min drive - 7.4 km
Franklin Street - 9 min drive - 7.3 km
Getting around
Durham Station - 29 min drive
Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) - 31 min drive
Restaurants
Starbucks - 8 min drive
Merritt's Grill - 5 min drive
Friends' Cafe - 7 min drive
Terrace Café - 8 min drive
Al's Burger Shack - 6 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Grandma’s House - Minutes from UNC, Firepit, Ninja Creami Available to Rent pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 453 kg per pet.
How much does it cost to stay at Grandma’s House - Minutes from UNC, Firepit, Ninja Creami Available to Rent?
As of 21 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Grandma’s House - Minutes from UNC, Firepit, Ninja Creami Available to Rent on 11 Jan 2027 start from AU$837, 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 Grandma’s House - Minutes from UNC, Firepit, Ninja Creami Available to Rent?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Grandma’s House - Minutes from UNC, Firepit, Ninja Creami Available to Rent?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Grandma’s House - Minutes from UNC, Firepit, Ninja Creami Available to Rent?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Grandma’s House - Minutes from UNC, Firepit, Ninja Creami Available to Rent located?
Situated in Chapel Hill, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of University of North Carolina, North Carolina Botanical Garden and Southern Community Park. The Carolina Basketball Museum and Dean Smith Center 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.
Grandma’s House was the perfect place for our stay in Chapel Hill! It was convenient, peaceful, and so relaxing. The beds were very comfortable, and the house had everything we needed to feel right at home. We originally came to the area to drop our daughter off at Duke, and decided to try staying in Chapel Hill for a change. We’re so glad we did! We really enjoyed our stay and would definitely come back. Highly recommend Grandma’s House!
Loved the location, in the woods, but close to town.Patio was relaxing and enjoyed sitting outside listening to the quietness.Easy check in and check out
If you're looking for a cozy, quiet place to stay, surrounded by nature, Grandma's house is your place! We really enjoyed our stay and the hosts were very welcoming and available if we needed anything!We'll stay there again!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Lisa G.
13 June 2026
Liked: Location
Peaceful and quiet sanctuary in the woods. Within minutes to UNC- Chapel Hill and only 20-30 minutes to Duke and the Mall. Jamie is a wonderful host and readily available if you need any assistance. She is friendly and helpful. Home is clean with a nicely furnished kitchen. Parking right near the home We will stay at Grandma's House again, if we ever return to Chapel Hill.
We had a great stay at Grandma's House. It was the perfect place for us and our dogs to spend the weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Jamie D.
29 May 2026
Liked: Location
For two senior citizens this was perfect! Wooded area just minutes from our relatives’ home, quiet, full accommodations, and sweet treats. I’m guessing house is c. 1950 with eclectic decor. Only one bedroom had TV but not a problem for us. Our host was very good about responding to all questions. We plan to stay again next year if available.
The house is located at the end of a quiet street within walking distance of Parker Preserve. We enjoyed being able to go walking without having to drive. We saw lots of birds and enjoyed the peaceful setting. Parking is easy. There is a full kitchen and the host was very responsive. The chocolates on the pillows were sweet.Convenient to Carrboro and UNC-Chapel Hill.
Great wonderful place need # of building to make sure your at the right place.. It is the same color of the main house once park, follow walk way. Has a glass window beside the door. If someone is with you, and you go to bathroom. Remember to shut the door for you can see inside bathroom from outside. Your dogs will try and go through window. I will go again depending on who comes with me. Church friends worried about my heath. 30 minutes from Duke health. Hard to find restaurants.. Yet did not ask where they were and I could have.. Jamie and Joe, Host Wonderful host. Would enjoy spending time there to enjoy the lake. For I don’t know how many people would want to go for a Doctors appointment. Yet if i have to go back to Duke hospital.. I will send friends here from church. Again Thanks to Jamie and Joe..
This was a perfect house for our weekend visit with our UNC student granddaughter. The location was close to campus. We used it as our base station as we explored the areas for day trips and dining experiences.
Very comfortable and convenient place to stay before an appointment at UNC Hospital. Great communication from Jamie. Looking forward to staying for our next appointment.
Absolutely enjoyed our stay at Grandma’s house while visiting UNC! It’s a beautiful place to stay, and the owners were wonderful!! If you are staying in Chapel Hill, I can’t recommend this Vrbo option high enough!!
The hosts were amazing. Jamie responded to every one of my crazy long texts and all my questions. We met Joe and he was also very nice. We had a visit at UNC Nerology and it was within about 10 minutes. She accommodated all our requests. The cottage was adorable, clean, and comfortable. Nice area. Very quiet. Grandma’s Cottage will be the only place we will stay for future appointments.
A wonderful small home for a quick get away! The property is beautiful and very private feeling. Very clean home just as we expected. Large kitchen - everything we needed to cook all our meals there. We will be back.
Came to visit friends, but now want to return just to hang out!
Our stay at Grandma's house was only for 1 night, but it was fantastic. We LOVED the setting in the woods. Super quiety and laid back. Very restful after a lot of driving. I only wish we could've stayed longer. :-)