Charming Sawmill Cottage: King Bed & Park-Like Yard
About this space Welcome to our Cozy Sawmill Cottage in the heart of North Raleigh ! It's a 10 minute walk to Greystone Village with cafes, restaurants and shopping. We offer 1 king and 2 queen beds, 55” Smart TV, a private backyard with a large deck and grill, coffee bar, and more.
.☛ 6 miles from Duke, UNC and WakeMed Hospitals! .☛ 9 miles to NC State University! .☛ 18-minute drive to RDU Airport!
Book with us and experience the best of Raleigh!
KEY FEATURES: ☀ Open floor plan on a quiet Cul De Sac ☀ Updated en suite and large walk in closet ☀ 3 comfortable bedrooms; 1 kings, 2 queen ☀ Fully stocked kitchen updated appliances ☀ Cozy living room w/ 55-inch smart TV, L-couch, board games, and puzzles ☀ Coffee bar with all the fixins ☀ Snacks and water ☀ High-speed Wifi ☀ Fully stocked bathrooms ☀ Front porch with chairs and table ☀ Washer + Dryer ☀ Iron and Ironing Board ☀ Located near downtown Raleigh ☀ Park-Like backyard with huge deck and grill ☀ Free parking with private driveway ☀ 6 port Charging Station in every room ☀ Pet friendly ☀ Air Purifier
☆☆ BEDROOMS & BATHROOMS ☆☆ There are three stylish bedrooms, one king-size bed and two with comfortable queen beds. Two spacious bathrooms, en suite is renovated and has a beautiful walk in tile shower, tall vanity. Shampoo, conditioner, body wash, hand soap, blow dryer, extra toilet paper and trash bags are all provided.
☆☆ KITCHEN & DINING ☆☆ The home features an open kitchen with a large refrigerator, deep stainless steel sink, glass electric stove top, oven and microwave. The dining area offers a buffet counter for serving or mixing cocktails and has plenty of room to comfortably host family dinners. We provide everything you'll need to cook and clean up after a delicious family meal including cookware, dishes, utensils, dishwasher pods, cutting boards, cookie sheets, and more. The dining table can comfortably seat four people with two more at the kitchen counter.
☆☆ LIVING ROOM with Smart TV ☆☆ Large open living area is equipped with a 55-inch smart TV to stream all your favorite shows, as well as a comfortable leather sectional and cozy reading chair, a collection of board games, and magazines!
☆☆ OUTSIDE SPACE ☆☆ While there are plenty of outdoor activities nearby, the house also provides its own outdoor space for guests to enjoy. There are plenty of seating areas for guests to sip morning coffee or enjoy a glass of wine as the sun goes down. There's a front porch with table and chairs and a large deck overlooking the wooded backyard! Need storage? We’ve got that covered too. There is a large shed in the backyard if you need to store bikes, or extra items for longer stays.
☆☆ Other Things to Note ☆☆ -The ice maker in the fridge does NOT work so we have provided (4) ice trays. -The kitchen and living room lights are a little funky so we’ve labeled them. -The porch light is on a night time motion sensor. -To access the hose faucet in the backyard pull up on the trap door in the deck. -Our home is situated on a spacious wooded lot. While we take pride in keeping the property clean and well-maintained, please be aware that occasional encounters with nature—like spotting a bug or two—are possible. This is a normal part of life in a wooded area, and we appreciate your understanding!
☆☆ Safety ☆☆ Your safety matters. So we have outfitted the property with smoke and carbon monoxide detectors as well as fire extinguisher and first aid kit.
You will have private access to the entire home for the duration of your stay, including the outdoor spaces. The only exception is the tree-house in the backyard and wood burning fireplace are both off limits. Sorry!
We comply with and exceed all COVID-19 VRBO sanitizing regulations and take extra measures to sanitize ALL bedding (including pillows) with enhanced steam sanitation between each guest.
We have other similar properties in Raleigh and Durham so if your travels ever take you to surrounding areas, please reach out. We would love to host you at any of our properties!
Discover nearby attractions within reach including:
Walk or Drive (under 3 miles)…
10 minute WALK (.5 miles) - Greystone Village ☀ Sola Coffee Cafe - Great cafe with yummy coffee, breakfast/lunch, beer/wine. ☀ Kai Sushi & Sake Bar - Never been but good reviews. ☀ Gonza Tacos Y Tequila - Great Mexican food and margaritas. ☀ Imperial Garden Chinese Restaurant - Best Chinese food in Raleigh.
3 minute DRIVE (.9 miles) - Peachtree Market ☀ Vinnie's SteakHouse & Tavern - Pricey but great food, atmosphere and service. ☀ Pho Sure - Vietnamese food. Never been but great reviews. ☀ La Rancherita Mexican Restaurant
5 minute DRIVE (2 miles) - Six Forks Station Shopping Center ☀ Milton's Pizza & Pasta - Casual, family owned with great food and salad bar. ☀ Rudino's Rooftop - Great pizza, garlic knots & sandwiches (on homemade bread). ☀ Sassool - Yummy Mediterranean food. ☀ Poppyseed Market - Colorful bistro with sandwiches, salads & wine bar.
Universities & Colleges - Meredith College: 8 miles - North Carolina State University (NC State): 10 miles - Duke University: 25 miles - Wake Technical Community College: 15 miles - University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (UNC): 26 miles
Hospitals - Duke Hospital: 5.9 miles - Wake Med Raleigh: 5.8 miles - UNC Rex Hospital: 6.6 miles
Local Recommendations Raleigh offers many fantastic museums (NC history, Science, Art), historical locations (ie. old NC state capital) as well as quaint boutique stores and restaurants (A large majority of Raleigh’s businesses and restaurants are locally owned). You are close to Raleigh’s biggest park (William Umstead Park) as well as many other hiking trails and lakes such as Lake Lynn and Shelley Lake. The list of great restaurants and bars/breweries is endless, but here are some of our favorites:
Breakfast
Brigs Great Beginnings Restaurant 8111 Creedmoor Road Suite 169
First Watch Multiple locations
Creedmore Cafe 8315 Creedmoor Road
Date Night
The Pit (Downtown) 328 W Davie Street
The Peddler Steakhouse 6005 Glenwood Avenue
Angus Barn Steakhouse* 9401 Glenwood Avenue
*The Angus Barn, a Raleigh icon serving American style cuisine including in-house aged steaks, fresh seafood, local grown vegetables and homemade desserts prepared by Chef Scott James and his staff. The Barn hosts an award-winning wine cellar, the famous Wild Turkey Lounge, Meat Locker smoking lounge, and private dining tables. Christmas decor is a must see but always busy so make a reservation!
Vegetarian/Vegan
Irregardless Café 901 W Morgan Street
Lunch/Dinner/Casual
Manchester’s Grill 9101 Leesville Rd # 153
Bars
Most of Raleigh’s nightlife happens on Glenwood Ave downtown near the beer garden; there are multiple bars and clubs on both sides of the street. Our favorites are Watts & Ward, Highgarden, Cornerstone and Raleigh Beer Garden.
OTHER Favorite Spots/Activities:
Beach - Wrightsville Beach Mountain Town - Black Mountain, NC Lake - Lake Gaston Yoga - Indigo Hot Yoga Roof Top - Lynnwood Grill or Rudinos Sweets - Goodberry’s Frozen Custard Bloody Mary Bar - Clouds Brewing Local Pub/Pool Hall - Sharky’s Place Irish Pub - O’Malley’s
☆☆ HOUSE RULES ☆☆ Your safety is important to us. Our house rules are to protect you as the guest and to maintain the integrity of our neighborhood for future guests. Any violation could result in immediate removal from the home and/or cost for damages.
DO NOT climb on or enter the tree-house in the backyard DO NOT use the fireplace in the home NO Smoking/vaping of ANY kind inside the house. NO EVENTS or large gatherings are allowed under any circumstances. RESPECT the City of Raleigh’s “Quiet Hours” from 11pm to 7am. NO live music. DO NOT flush anything except human waste and toilet paper. There is a trash can in the bathroom. ONLY use black make up wash cloths for removing makeup. DO NOT leave doors or windows open without screens. DO NOT run HVAC with doors and/or windows open. LOCK all windows and doors when you leave the home. NO candles, incense or other flammable objects. DO NOT cook or prepare meals in any room other than the kitchen. DO NOT tamper with the Wi-Fi. DO NOT tamper with external cameras. Overnight guests must be on the reservation. Exception requests must be communicated to the host in advance. We love our four-legged friends but… -DOGS must be in a crate when you are not home. -DOGS must be on leash at all times when outside the fenced yard. -DO NOT leave dogs in the backyard when you are not home. -If allowed on furniture, please cover furniture with YOUR dog blankets. -Guest needs to inquire first before booking for stays more than 30 nights.
★☆ Book now & let us take care of you in Raleigh! ☆★
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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Pets allowed: dogs less than 9 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
We have a non-refundable fee per pet.
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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
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Check out is at 10am. Put used towels on the floor near the washer and dryer. Log out of all TV apps. Set the thermostat to 60 in winter and 75 in summer.
Check for personal items, chargers, clothes, etc.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
DO NOT climb on or enter the treehouse in the backyard.
NO Smoking or vaping of ANY kind inside the house.
NO EVENTS or large gatherings are allowed under any circumstances. And all overnight guests MUST be on the reservation.
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
Property Registration Number ZSTR-000497-2024
About the area
Raleigh
North Raleigh, a neighbourhood in Raleigh, is home to this holiday home. Travellers who have shopping on the agenda can visit Crabtree Valley Mall and Brier Creek Commons. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Lenovo Center or J.S. Dorton Arena. Kayaking and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and cycling nearby.
North Raleigh Arts and Creative Theater - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Crabtree Valley Mall - 7 min drive - 6.3 km
North Carolina State University - 11 min drive - 12.1 km
Raleigh Convention Center - 17 min drive - 19.1 km
Duke University - 26 min drive - 38.5 km
Getting around
Cary Station - 20 min drive
Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) - 19 min drive
Restaurants
Chick-fil-A - 3 min drive
McDonald's - 19 min walk
Panera Bread - 3 min drive
Vivo Ristorante Pizzeria - 19 min walk
IHOP - 16 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Charming Sawmill Cottage: King Bed & Park-Like Yard pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.
How much does it cost to stay at Charming Sawmill Cottage: King Bed & Park-Like Yard?
As of 11 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Charming Sawmill Cottage: King Bed & Park-Like Yard on 19 Apr 2026 start from AU$231, 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 Charming Sawmill Cottage: King Bed & Park-Like Yard?
On-site parking is available at the property.
Where is Charming Sawmill Cottage: King Bed & Park-Like Yard located?
Located in North Raleigh, this holiday home is 2.5 mi (4.1 km) from Shelley Lake Park and 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Lafayette Village. North Hills Shopping Center and Crabtree Valley Mall are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Cozy, clean house in a quiet neighborhood. The bed was very comfortable and the host was very attentive and responsive. Would stay again and recommend to a friend.
House was lovely and exceptionally clean. Host was accessible, friendly, helpful and accommodating for our family and pets. Appreciated all of their little touches throughout the house, including snacks, coffee, water, etc., that made our stay so much easier and enjoyable. Would definitely recommend!
Elizabeth M.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Jan 2026
Thanks for the great review, Elizabeth! We’re so glad the cottage was a good fit for your family and pets. It was a pleasure having you as our guest, and we'd love to welcome you back anytime!
Clean, inviting, homey, affordable. Host Shannon put together a very nice welcome packet. We tried a couple recommendations and were spot on.
Ruby J.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 June 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words! I'm so glad you enjoyed our home. It’s always great to hear when guests enjoy the local recommendations as well. I truly appreciate you choosing to stay with us and would love to host you again.
Charming and well appointed home. Considerate touches on a quiet street in a lovely neighborhood. Shannon was very accessible. Have already recommended to others.
We really enjoyed our stay here. It's clean, comfortable, and in a quiet neighborhood with quick access to restaurants, entertainment, and the highway. It was a relief to have a vacation rental that has blackout curtains so your sleep isn't disturbed by street lights or early sunshine. Meal prep was easy since cookware and cooking utensils were available and there were plenty of plates/bowls/cups/eating utensils. We appreciated a toaster being on hand and a K-cups machine as well as a drip coffee machine.We'd definitely recommend the cottage for travelers seeking comfortable accommodations that are close to everything Raleigh has to offer.
New S.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 July 2025
Katherine was a wonderful guest. Respectful of our home, great communicator and left our home better than she found it. We would welcome her again any time.
Verified
8/10 Good
Jan W B.
8 Apr 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
Jan W B.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
About the host
Hosted by Shannon Fuller
We live in Raleigh, NC with our dogs Lucy and Charlie. We relocated to Raleigh in 2013 from California. Our daughters graduated from UNCW and Appalachian State and Shannon graduated from NC State. Go Pack! Shannon has worked in IT over 30 years and Geoff is a Landscape Contractor. We are experienced property managers/hosts with several rental properties in NC. In our spare time we like to hang out at Lake Gaston, play tennis and watch 49r football games.
Raleigh is a beautiful bustling city with all the amenities of big city life while maintaining a small town community vibe. You won’t have to go far to find great restaurants, hiking trails, shopping, museums and more. Not to mention Raleigh is close to beautiful mountains, lakes and beaches.
We love Raleigh and hope you will too.
Why they chose this property
Location, Location, Location - Walk or bike to several restaurants, cafe’s, breweries, shops, trails and lakes.
This home is situated in North Raleigh, specifically in the *Stonehenge/Mine Valley* area, a well-established and family-friendly community. This neighborhood is known for its quiet, suburban feel with a convenient mix of nearby amenities and easy access to major roads.
What makes this property unique
This property has so much character and is charming from end to end. It's open but cozy and has spacious bedrooms and a great outdoor area for enjoying beautiful Raleigh evenings. Even though it's in a residential neighborhood the setting and location make you feel like you are at a cabin retreat.
Languages:
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