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♥ Luxurious 5BR/2.5BA premium home near UNC/Duke

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Front Exterior
Foyer
Dining room
Master bedroom with Queen bed and attached bath
Third bedroom with Double bed

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 9

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Chapel Hill, NC
  • Place, Franklin Street
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, University of North Carolina
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Morehead Planetarium
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Raleigh, NC (RDU-Raleigh - Durham Intl.)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bonus Room

2 Single Beds

Master bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

♥ Luxurious 5BR/2.5BA premium home near UNC/Duke

Our home is in Chapel Hill, a few miles from Durham, and just a mile from I 40. Quick 18 mile, 20 minute drive on I 40 W from RDU Airport. Close to UNC, Duke, public park, indoor swimming pool, downtown Franklin St., jogging and walking trails, tennis courts etc. Ideal for families (with kids), couples, family groups. Beautifully landscaped front yard, large fenced backyard with trees and gas grill. Great view from glass sunroom. Peaceful Buddha garden around koi fish pond. Entire home rental.

The home is luxuriously furnished, beautifully landscaped, recently repainted with recently replaced new air-conditioning and heating systems, new tankless water heater, new gas grill and upgraded kitchen and bathrooms. Hardwood or Luxury Vinyl Plank flooring. It has a beautiful Champion sunroom with thermally insulated floor to ceiling glass walls affording a great view of the trees and koi fish pond in the backyard. The koi fish pond area has a seating area with a gas fired grill and it is very relaxing to sit there and watch the large koi fish swim up to eat from your hand.

All new 10" high capacity filter along with the water right ONE filter to help remove chemicals in the city water supply comprising of a 10" High Capacity Sediment Filter with ONE Filter with 3.0 Micron Chloramine Reduction system to deliver pure clean drinking water free of sediment and chemicals throughout our home.

No smoking. May not be safe or suitable for infants (Under 2 years)
Check-in time is 4 P.M. - 11 P.M. and check out time is 11 A.M..
While the house is suitable for families, please use caution and always supervise any children. We have a koi fish pond in the backyard which has a maximum depth of about 4 feet in the center of the pond. Please do not allow anyone including any children or pets to dive into or wade in or enter the pond as it could be dangerous to do so. The homeowners would not be liable for any accidents if anyone enters the koi pond in violation of these rules.
Prior permission is necessary for holding any parties to avoid nuisance for neighbors. Additional cleaning fees may apply for any parties.
Please follow all applicable policies and applicable laws. Only persons 18 and above are allowed to use these services. The person who made the booking has to stay. Minors cannot stay by themselves and must be accompanied by the adult/s who made the booking.
Pet fee of $75 per pet per night.
Additional guest fee of $75 per night for any guests over 5 in number.
Please treat the home as your own, keep it neat and clean. Please promptly report to the homeowners any damage caused to the property during your stay. You may be liable to repair, replace or reimburse the replacement or repair cost of any damage caused to the property or furniture or appliances and other household items, during your stay.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Please supervise children at all times.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 4 total)
Pet fee applies to pets @ $75 per pet per night.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Obey all applicable laws and regulations. No smoking or use or storage of any narcotic substances. No noisy parties. Be considerate towards neighbors.
To ensure compliance with Town regulations, any evidence of a party will result in a $500 fee. Fee for guests over 5 is $75 per extra guest per night.
Pet fee is $75 per pet per night. Read Welcome letter for house rules. If you do not accept any of the house rules, please do not book this property.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number NCRLA-STAFF
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 the city centre. University Lake and Keith Arboretum reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Coker Arboretum and Morehead Planetarium. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Dean Smith Center or Kenan Stadium. Power boating and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and cycling nearby.
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Chapel Hill, NC

What's nearby

  • Franklin Street - 7 min drive - 5.3 km
  • University of North Carolina - 7 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Morehead Planetarium - 7 min drive - 5.6 km
  • University Mall - 7 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Memorial Hall - 8 min drive - 6.2 km

Getting around

  • Durham Station - 18 min drive
  • Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cava - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Mr. Tokyo Japanese Restaurant - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is ♥ Luxurious 5BR/2.5BA premium home near UNC/Duke pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 4 total).

How much does it cost to stay at ♥ Luxurious 5BR/2.5BA premium home near UNC/Duke?

As of 5 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at ♥ Luxurious 5BR/2.5BA premium home near UNC/Duke on 10 July 2026 start from AU$848, 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 ♥ Luxurious 5BR/2.5BA premium home near UNC/Duke?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at ♥ Luxurious 5BR/2.5BA premium home near UNC/Duke?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at ♥ Luxurious 5BR/2.5BA premium home near UNC/Duke?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is ♥ Luxurious 5BR/2.5BA premium home near UNC/Duke located?

Located in the heart of Chapel Hill, this holiday home is 3 mi (4.8 km) from University of North Carolina and within 6 miles (10 km) of Coker Arboretum and Ackland Art Museum. Franklin Street and Horace Williams House are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 28 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 28 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 28 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shauntavia h.

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

Dreamville

Great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew L.

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

Perfect stay

We had the greatest long weekend staying in this home. It was clean, stocked with everything we needed and good vibes. Can’t wait to come back
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shawn E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was one of the cleanest and most well stocked BRBO’s we have started at. Definitely a home away from home!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike C.

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

Great place

So much room , TV’s everywhere, beds are amazing
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daria W.

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

Lovely home and wonderful host

My family stayed here for a wedding in the area. The host is wonderful and accommodating. The home is beautiful, well appointed. You really can't ask for a better place to stay. We had a wonderful stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan K.

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

UNC Graduation

We stayed at this centrally located property to partake in the UNC graduation. The host left a special graduation gift for our daughter. We spent many relaxing hours in the cozy and beautiful solarium overlooking a stunning backyard full of trees.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan L.

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

Clean, responsive and comfortable

The house was clean and well stocked and a great experience all around. The host is very responsive, organized and classy. We would highly recommend this house and host.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

amy a.

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

Great place to stay!!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this property! It was very pretty and clean when we arrived! There are plenty of rooms for a family to stay in. The backyard is beautiful! We loved the sun room as well! It was very easy communicating with the owner of the house. It was in a great location. I would definitely stay here again and highly recommend it to anyone needing a place to stay!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2019
Archival

8/10 Good

Pam R.

Enjoyable Weekend

Our family enjoyed our stay in this home.The family room accommodated everyone comfortably as did the dining room. The kitchen was stocked with everything needed to prepare meals. Our dogs thoroughly enjoyed the backyard which was very nice. The location was great for us because of the close proximity to campus. We had a very fun long weekend at this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy G.

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

Lovely property! Very organized.

This was a great property! We arrived at midnight and had no trouble getting in. Lots of nice, clean space. Highlights were the backyard and the sunroom. Loved how all the drawers were labeled so we knew where to put things back. Joe was super helpful and we had everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tori M.

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

Warm and enviting

We spent most of our time in the back viewing room. The home was full of unique collectibles and ethnic decor. We cooked most our meals in their fully equipped kitchen and even on the grill. This was a lovely property which made relaxing very easy. Our children loved the and garden with koi pond.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard G.

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

Great property, felt like home!

We had a great stay at this property, it is neat and clean and well maintained, perfect for my family to gather while attending my daughter's wedding. It had everything we needed and really made us feel at home. There was one small issue with a smoke alarm chirping but I called the handyman contact given in the instructions and he came right over and took care of it, he couldn't have been nicer and made us comfortable we were in good hands. The location is great, the neighborhood is very nice and we would stay here again without hesitation, highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Justin D.

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

Perfect weekend!

Thanks to Joe for being a gracious host. I brought my family and friends back to Chapel Hill for the weekend and the accommodations were exactly what we needed. Plenty of space and the property is well kept. Proximity to the campus is great with ready access to the bus line and Uber. I would recommend for families and for friends. We look forward to our next trip back. Thank you, Joe!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019
Archival

8/10 Good

Mary C.

Chapel Hill Blue Visit

The house was very comfortable for a short 3 night stay. The kitchen was well stocked, I would suggest a larger coffee pot, the present one is only 5 small cups. The back sun room was a great place to relax. The Koi pond was interesting, but not appropriate to sit around as the chairs had not had the winter dirt cleaning. The location is very convenient to the Chapel Hill area.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynne W.

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

Lovely weekend at Home Away!

The house is beautifully decorated. The fenced in back yard was especially nice for our family with a pet. The kitchen was well appointed and there were TV’s aplenty for us to spread out and relax at the end of the day. One thing to point out - there is not a main floor bedroom. That may have been in the description but I missed it, and since my husband and I both have mobility issues it was a bit of a challenge. Otherwise all was good! Joe (the property host) was great! He gave us all of the information we needed and then some! We would definitely stay in this property again. Thanks Joe!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Archival

2/10 Terrible

Gayle M.

We do not recommend this property unless concerns are addressed.

The location of the property was accurate and it was quite close to Duke University, the University of North Carolina, and restaurants, thus making it very convenient to both Durham and Chapel Hill. Additionally, the exterior of the property was well maintained and the house is in a very nice neighborhood. However, the interior of the home needs to be thoroughly cleaned. Yes, it is vacuumed and dusted with the bathrooms wiped down, but the bathroom drawers, dresser drawers, refrigerator/freezer, and the glasses/dishes were not clean and there were personal items left in the drawers, such as a used toothbrush and toothpaste in the master bath, and perishable items left in the refrigerator as well as a broken shelf. The soap/shampoo racks in the master shower are rusted and the towels are quite used and limited. Additionally, the closets were locked so there was either no bedroom hanging space or cheap metal coat racks placed in already quite crowed bedrooms. The garage had quite a bad smell due to trash left in the trash can (we removed it), and it is also off limits for renters' usage. Television is unavailable and we could not make the existing system work for movie viewing. We did not pursue any assistance with our concerns as we did not have the time for that nor did we feel that we should have to deal with the many things that needed addressed during our limited family Christmas visit. Over the years we have stayed in several vacation rental properties throughout the USA and this property did not meet the standards set by other comparable properties. Unless these concerns are addressed we would not recommend this property.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2016
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lori K.

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

Extended family vacation in Chapel Hill

We had 6 adults and 3 children from ages 2-6 at this property. We were very comfortable in the bedroom/ bathroom situation. The house was well equipped in every way…. From linens to kitchen equipment to TV’s . The host was totally responsive to every question/ comment. The neighborhood was beautiful. You will not be disappointed if you stay there.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adam K.

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

Great host, great house.

Joe was a great host and his house was perfect for our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin N.

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

No Better Place in Chapel Hill

So many times when we have rented a vacation rental, there is a sense of a let down when you actually see the place. This was not the case at all with this property. Everything was sparkling clean and nice. The furniture and beds were comfortable and the outdoor space is very lovely. I can't imagine a better place to rent if you are needing a house in Chapel Hill.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Josh P.

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

Perfect for our Family!

Our family stayed here for a month as part of a move to Chapel Hill. We could not have been happier with the property all around. It's a in a great location to get anywhere in Chapel Hill or Durham. It is right around the corner from a park for runs or playgrounds. The rooms were clean and plenty spacious for our children. And, the gym was a bonus! Joe was super responsive and helpful throughout. We would absolutely recommend staying here for a family or group.
Stayed 28 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Mario G.

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

Xmas Stay

Our experience for the most part was good. Could’ve been excellent but there were a couple of avoidable challenges... Given this property’s daily charge rate... occupants in master bedroom should be able to have a situation where they can watch television in bed - television in bedroom did not have any network connectivity. Master bathroom did not have a functioning fan so if I used bathroom, my significant other could not stay in master bedroom unaffected by it. There was a shortage of wash clothes for some reason? The house is very nice & most everything was thought of for occupants’ comfort... but what I mentioned above are avoidable oversights. The owner was very accessible until day before check out. I asked for late check out after expressing frustration with master bedroom television and received no response. Nice stay but was it worth price tag given its fee challenges? Hmmmmm
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donald D.

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

Ten min from UNC campus

Very nice! Just like pictures.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karla W.

Graduation weekend

Nice place, close to UNC (not walking distance though), plenty of homey things.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara L.

Perfect Chapel Hill Home

We were in Chapel Hill for a family wedding over Labor Day Weekend and this beautiful home was just perfect. The home is located in a lovely neighbor and is very secure. It is well equipped and was convenient to the wedding events we attended near UNC/Franklin Street and a twenty minute drive to the reception at Fearrington Barn. It was nice to relax "at home" instead of a hotel room. Besides the wedding, it was opening weekend for NCAA football and the big screen TV in the family room was a huge hit! Thank you for making your home available. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at your home in Chapel Hill.
Verified

8/10 Good

James C.

Safe and well appointed executive home.

Safe neighborhood, international flavor adds character to well appointed home. Kitchen, laundry, baths, and bedrooms are well stocked. AC kept us cool even on the hotest summer days. An improvement would be cable or dish TV.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018

About the host

Hosted by Joe Valentine

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Licensed Attorney, practice limited to international trade, trade compliance, export controls, sanctions.

Why they chose this property

Clean, well landscaped and beautifully maintained, an oasis of tranquility in a quiet and peaceful neighborhood. With all amenities for comfortable and gracious living.

What makes this property unique

Spacious large house with fenced backyard, beautifully landscaped. Great view from sunroom. Tranquil Buddha garden and patio with gas grill in backyard near koi fish pond.
Fully hardwood or LVP flooring, no carpets. Perfect location with easy access to airport, freeway, shopping, indoor aquatic center, jogging park, walking trails, public tennis courts etc.
Base rental fee is for a group of 5 persons. Guest fees apply for additional guests over 5.
Pets are permitted on payment of pet fee.

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