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Bright living room with fireplace and vaulted ceilings
Primary bedroom with four-poster bed and full mirror
Formal dining room with peaceful wooded views
Stylish bathroom with arched window and large vanity
Relaxing screened porch lounge overlooking the wooded water

Highlights

  • Garage parking available
    Enjoy the convenience of garage parking - a rare offering in the area.
4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Garage parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Chapel Hill, NC
  • Place, University Mall
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Bowlero Durham
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, University of North Carolina
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Raleigh, NC (RDU-Raleigh - Durham Intl.)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed

Common Spaces

1 Double Sofa Bed

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Spaces

Kitchen
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

Waterfront Chapel Hill Retreat Near UNC | Sleeps 10

Welcome to The Creekside Cove, your beautifully renovated waterfront retreat in Chapel Hill. Perfect for families, groups, UNC visits, football weekends, basketball games, graduations, and relaxing lakeside escapes, this spacious home offers peaceful water views, direct lake access, and stylish comfort just minutes from UNC, Franklin Street, shopping, dining, and everyday essentials.

Located at 100 St. Thomas St., this bright and spacious retreat comfortably sleeps up to 10 guests across 4 bedrooms plus a queen sleeper sofa, making it ideal for families, alumni groups, campus visits, and extended stays.

From the stunning two-story sun-filled living room to the tranquil screened porch overlooking the water, every detail is designed for comfort, connection, and unforgettable memories.

Perfect for UNC football weekends, basketball games, graduations, family vacations, and lakeside relaxation.

The Space

Welcome to your private Chapel Hill waterfront home away from home.

• Sleeps up to 10 guests
• 4 spacious bedrooms + queen sleeper sofa
• Two-story living room with soaring ceilings
• Screened porch with waterfront views
• Direct lake access + picnic area
• Fully equipped kitchen + dining for 10
• Washer & dryer
• Pack ’n Play for families

Sleeping Arrangements

Primary Suite (Main Floor)
• King bed
• Full en-suite bathroom
• Walk-in shower + garden tub
• Large closets

Bedroom 2 (Upstairs)
• King bed
• Adjoining bathroom

Bedroom 3 (Upstairs)
• Queen bed

Bedroom 4 (Upstairs)
• Full bed

Living Room
• Queen sleeper sofa with memory foam mattress

Kitchen & Dining

• Fully stocked kitchen
• Full-size appliances
• Drip coffee maker
• Dining seating for 10
• Cookware, dishes, utensils, and pantry basics
• Ideal for family meals and group gatherings

Outdoor Living

• Screened porch with seating
• Outdoor grill
• Private backyard
• Direct waterfront access
• Lakeside picnic space
• Peaceful water views

Prime Chapel Hill Location

Enjoy peaceful waterfront living while staying close to Chapel Hill’s best attractions:

UNC & Campus Attractions
• University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill – ~3 miles / 8 min
• Kenan Memorial Stadium – ~3.5 miles / 9 min
• Dean E. Smith Center – ~4 miles / 10 min
• Morehead Planetarium – ~3 miles / 8 min
• Ackland Art Museum – ~3 miles / 8 min
• Carolina Basketball Museum – ~4 miles / 10 min

Franklin Street Dining & Local Favorites
• Top of the Hill Restaurant & Brewery – ~3 miles / 8 min
• Carolina Coffee Shop – ~3 miles / 8 min
• Linda’s Bar & Grill – ~3 miles / 8 min
• Sutton’s Drug Store – ~3 miles / 8 min
• Mediterranean Deli – ~3.5 miles / 9 min
• Weaver Street Market Carrboro – ~4 miles / 10 min

Grocery Stores & Essentials
• Whole Foods Market – ~2.5 miles / 7 min
• Harris Teeter – ~2 miles / 6 min
• Trader Joe’s – ~3 miles / 8 min
• Food Lion – ~2 miles / 5 min
• Target – ~4 miles / 10 min

Outdoor & Nearby Attractions
• North Carolina Botanical Garden – ~5 miles / 12 min
• Battle Park Trails – ~3 miles / 8 min
• Bolin Creek Trail – ~4 miles / 10 min
• Southern Village – ~5 miles / 12 min
• UNC Hospitals – ~3.5 miles / 10 min
• Duke University – ~12 miles / 25 min

Perfect For

• UNC football weekends
• Basketball tournaments & Dean Dome events
• Graduations & alumni gatherings
• Family vacations
• Group retreats
• Extended stays

Why Guests Love It

• Rare waterfront home in Chapel Hill
• Bright, spacious, and newly renovated
• Direct lake access
• Quiet retreat near UNC & Franklin Street
• Ideal for large groups and families
• Excellent for game days, campus visits, and special events

Guest Access

Guests enjoy full private access to the entire home, waterfront area, and all amenities.

Your Chapel Hill Waterfront Escape Awaits

Whether you’re visiting for Tar Heel football weekends, basketball games, graduations, family reunions, or simply seeking a peaceful waterfront retreat, The Creekside Cove offers the perfect combination of location, comfort, and lakeside charm.

Book now and experience Chapel Hill waterfront living at its finest.

House Rules:
• No smoking or parties.
• Pets allowed with a $250 fee (please inquire). One well behaved and trained dog under 15 pounds is allowed. The fee covers extra allergy and sanitation cleaning that is involved.
• Check-in: 4:00 PM, Check-out: 11:00 AM.
• Maximum number of guests allowed will be 10. There is an additional charge of $25 per guest per day after 8 guests due to extra linen and cleaning required.

Security: For your safety and the security of the property, exterior security cameras are located at the entry points of the home. These cameras monitor the exterior only and do not have any views of interior spaces or private outdoor areas like the hot tub, ensuring your complete privacy.
Driveway parking is available and street parking is prohibited.
No smoking: Smoking is prohibited inside the home and on the premises.
Quiet Hours: As a courtesy to our neighbors, 9:00pm to 9:00am are quiet hours. Please keep noise minimal at all times. No events or parties: Parties, gathering, and other social functions are strictly prohibited. No extra guests: Guests should not have unregistered guests or visitors. Trash: Guests should leave trash sorted in the garage trashcans.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 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
Driveway parking is available and street parking is prohibited. No smoking: Smoking is prohibited inside the home and on the premises.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 5266085vb
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

Chapel Hill

Located in Chapel Hill, this holiday home is on a lake. Franklin Street and Gimghoul Castle are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Carrboro Farmers Market and Streets at Southpoint Mall. Check out an event or a game at USA Baseball National Training Complex, and consider making time for Durham Performing Arts Center, a top attraction not to be missed.
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Chapel Hill, NC

What's nearby

  • University Mall - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Bowlero Durham - 5 min drive - 5.3 km
  • University of North Carolina - 6 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Streets at Southpoint Mall - 7 min drive - 12.0 km
  • Franklin Street - 8 min drive - 6.3 km

Getting around

  • Durham Station - 20 min drive
  • Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wegmans - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪COOK OUT-NC - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Jason's Deli - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Cava - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Waterfront Chapel Hill Retreat Near UNC | Sleeps 10 pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Waterfront Chapel Hill Retreat Near UNC | Sleeps 10?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Waterfront Chapel Hill Retreat Near UNC | Sleeps 10?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waterfront Chapel Hill Retreat Near UNC | Sleeps 10?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Waterfront Chapel Hill Retreat Near UNC | Sleeps 10 located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is 3.1 mi (4.9 km) from University of North Carolina and within 6 miles (10 km) of Bowlero Durham and Franklin Street. Morehead Planetarium and North Carolina Botanical Garden are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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