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The Cary Cottage 1 BR 1 BA Private Sleeps 4 - Downtown Cary, Eat Drink Play Shop
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom 1 bathroom Sleeps 4 80.3 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area

Cary, NC
- WakeMed Soccer Park6 min drive
- Lenovo Center9 min drive
- North Carolina State Fairgrounds9 min drive
- Raleigh, NC (RDU-Raleigh - Durham Intl.)16 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 4)
Living room
1 Double Bed
Master
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area
About this property
The Cary Cottage 1 BR 1 BA Private Sleeps 4 - Downtown Cary, Eat Drink Play Shop
Our cottage is in beautiful downtown Cary with easy access to restaurants, shops, cultural center, theater, parks and much more. It is a one bedroom, one bath (1-4 guests), cottage with large kitchen, living area, deck, and convenient at-the-door parking (the upstairs is used by the owners for storage). It is a bright, open floor plan with 10 foot ceilings. Kitchen is well designed with modern appliances. This is a detached home (864 square feet on lower level) in a safe, quiet, and private compound that includes two other homes. Owner lives on premises. Conveniences include widescreen TV, Direct TV, Blu-ray DVD player, high-speed internet/WiFi, computer/reading desk, additional pull-out bed, and new washer/dryer. Our cottage is conveniently located and is just a few miles from NCSU Carter-Finley Stadium, NC State Fairgrounds, PNC Arena, RTP, RDU Airport, SAS Institute and is perfect for a work or leisure stay in our town.
Linens and towels, hair dryer, ironing board and iron, are furnished. The kitchen is stocked with essentials and features a Keurig coffee maker, a standard coffee maker, blender, toaster, microwave, pots and pans, and flatware. It even includes a basic supply of cooking herbs and spices and olive oil.
We are close to:
Downtown Cary -- 2 blocks
The Mayton Inn -- 1 1/2 blocks
Cary Arts Center -- 2 blocks
Cary Library -- 2 blocks
The Matthews House -- 4 blocks
Heater Park -- 2 blocks
Cary Theater -- 4 blocks
Cary Town Center Mall -- 1.5 miles
SAS Institute -- 3 miles
PNC Arena -- 3.5 miles
Carter-Finley Stadium -- 3.5 miles
NC State Fairgrounds -- 3.5 miles
RDU Airport -- 6.5 miles
Downtown Raleigh -- 11 miles (with easy access from the cottage)
Downtown Chapel Hill -- 23 miles (easy access from the cottage via I-40
Linens and towels, hair dryer, ironing board and iron, are furnished. The kitchen is stocked with essentials and features a Keurig coffee maker, a standard coffee maker, blender, toaster, microwave, pots and pans, and flatware. It even includes a basic supply of cooking herbs and spices and olive oil.
We are close to:
Downtown Cary -- 2 blocks
The Mayton Inn -- 1 1/2 blocks
Cary Arts Center -- 2 blocks
Cary Library -- 2 blocks
The Matthews House -- 4 blocks
Heater Park -- 2 blocks
Cary Theater -- 4 blocks
Cary Town Center Mall -- 1.5 miles
SAS Institute -- 3 miles
PNC Arena -- 3.5 miles
Carter-Finley Stadium -- 3.5 miles
NC State Fairgrounds -- 3.5 miles
RDU Airport -- 6.5 miles
Downtown Raleigh -- 11 miles (with easy access from the cottage)
Downtown Chapel Hill -- 23 miles (easy access from the cottage via I-40
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
We should mention
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Cary
Located in Cary, this holiday home is in the city centre. William B. Umstead State Park and Fred G. Bond Metro Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include North Carolina State Fairgrounds and Gov. James B. Hunt, Jr. Horse Complex. Travelling with kids? Consider Wake Competition Center and J.C. Raulston Arboretum. Relax and indulge in the area's winery tours, or seek out an adventure with hiking and cycling nearby.

Cary, NC
What's nearby
- Cary Towne Center - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
- WakeMed Soccer Park - 6 min drive - 3.1 km
- Carter-Finley Stadium - 8 min drive - 8.7 km
- Lenovo Center - 9 min drive - 9.3 km
- North Carolina State Fairgrounds - 9 min drive - 9.0 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- The Bark Bar - 6 min walk
- La Farm Bakery - 6 min walk
- Bosphorous - 9 min walk
- Bond Brothers Beer Company - 12 min walk
- Di Fara Pizza Tavern - 9 min walk
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Carl and Louise Gilfillan

Carl grew up in downtown Cary on this family property. He and Louise moved back here in 2015. There are three homes on the property. Carl and Louise live in the home at the back and the other two homes are vacation rentals.
Why they chose this property
Great location in downtown Cary conveniently located to Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill, and the RTP (Research Triangle Park). Cary is always listed as one of the safest towns in US, and also listed as one of the best places to live. We are within walkable distance to downtown shops, events, and restaurants.
What makes this property unique
Quiet, private retreat but close to amenities. Easy access to so many local destinations and points of interest in central North Carolina.
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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