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Highlights
The great outdoors
Guests love the outdoor space here.
Arcade/game room
A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade and game room.
Shop till you drop
Guests love the location, with top-rated shopping just around the corner.
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10
Popular amenities
Onsite parking available
Kitchen
Washing machine
Air-conditioning
Barbecue
Deck or patio
Explore the area
Durham, NC
Herndon Hills Farm
Place, Herndon Hills Farm
‪1 min drive‬
Streets at Southpoint Mall
Place, Streets at Southpoint Mall
‪2 min drive‬
Research Triangle Park
Place, Research Triangle Park
‪4 min drive‬
Raleigh, NC (RDU-Raleigh - Durham Intl.)
Airport, Raleigh, NC (RDU-Raleigh - Durham Intl.)
‪14 min drive‬
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 4
4 Single Beds
3 bathrooms
Full Bathroom
Full Bathroom
Full Bathroom
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
About this property
Durham Rare Waterfront Gem: Close to Everything!
2,743 Sq Ft | 1.5 Acres | Fish On-Site | Near RTP & Univs | Indoor & Outdoor Games
Experience a hassle-free Durham retreat at this 4-bedroom, 2-full-bath, 2-half-bath vacation rental! Situated on over an acre of land with a pond and endless indoor and outdoor games, this gem is perfect for families. Enjoy easy access to Duke, UNC, NCCU, NC State, RTP, I-40, and the airport! Whether you're feeding ducks, playing foosball, or exploring, book your next getaway today!
-- THE PROPERTY --
SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS - Bedroom 1: 1 king bed - Bedroom 2: 1 queen bed - Bedroom 3: 1 queen bed - Bedroom 4: 4 twin beds - Additional Sleeping: 1 portable crib
OUTDOOR LIVING - Fishing pond (no boats allowed, bring your own fishing rod) - Pond views, multi-level deck, patio furniture, wooded views, open yard - Gas grill, small charcoal grill, 1.5-acre lot, cornhole, basketball hoop, soccer nets
INDOOR LIVING - Smart TVs w/ Roku, books, board games - Dining table & booster seat, foosball table, classic arcade games - 2 full bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms
ACCESSIBILITY - 2-story home - 3 steps required to enter - All bedrooms & full bathrooms on 2nd floor
PARKING - Driveway (6 vehicles) - No garage access
ADDT’L ACCOMMODATIONS - An additional property is available next door with a separate nightly rate. If you would like to reserve both rentals, please inquire for more information prior to booking
-- THE LOCATION --
- 1 mile to Southpoint Mall - 4 miles to American Tobacco Trail - 6 miles to North Carolina Central University - 8 miles to Durham Performing Arts Center - 8-9 miles to University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill & Duke University - 16 miles to Falls Lake State Recreation Area - 10 miles to Raleigh-Durham International Airport
-- REST EASY WITH US --
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-- POLICIES --
- This is a strictly non-smoking rental. Please avoid any smoking in or close to the house - No pets allowed - No events, parties, or large gatherings - Guests must be at least 25 years old to book - Please observe quiet hours after 9:00 PM, out of respect for the neighbor, who is older - Additional fees and taxes may apply - Photo ID may be required upon check-in
ADDITIONAL SLEEPING: - The 2-story home requires 3 steps to enter and additional stairs to access all bedrooms and full bathrooms on the 2nd floor - Fishing is permitted in the pond (though no boats are allowed). Bring your own fishing rod - Your safety matters. This property features 3 exterior security cameras. Camera 1 is above the garage and faces toward the driveway, camera 2 is a doorbell camera on the front door facing the entryway, front yard, and street, and camera 3 is on the back of the house facing the backyard and pond. The cameras are outward facing and do not look into interior spaces. The cameras record video and sound when activated by motion
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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 first aid kit
About the area
Durham
Located in Durham, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Streets at Southpoint Mall and Brier Creek Commons are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Durham Performing Arts Center. Travelling with kids? Consider Herndon Hills Farm, or check out an event or a game at Kenan Stadium.
University of North Carolina - 11 min drive - 13.1 km
Getting around
Durham Station - 15 min drive
Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) - 14 min drive
Restaurants
‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
‪The Cheesecake Factory - ‬4 min drive
‪Cinnabon - ‬4 min drive
‪Maggiano's Little Italy - ‬4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Durham Rare Waterfront Gem: Close to Everything! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Pond views, near restaurants, shopping?
As of 7 July 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Pond views, near restaurants, shopping on 16 Sept 2026 start from AU$723, 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 Durham Rare Waterfront Gem: Close to Everything!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Durham Rare Waterfront Gem: Close to Everything!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Durham Rare Waterfront Gem: Close to Everything!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Durham Rare Waterfront Gem: Close to Everything! located?
This family-friendly Durham holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 1 mi (2 km) of Herndon Hills Farm and Streets at Southpoint Mall. Research Triangle Park is 3 mi (4.8 km) away.
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
This was a lovely home that accommodated our large family. We enjoyed the deck and back yard by the pond! Bedrooms were comfortable with plenty of room for all. Hosts were wonderful and made sure we had everything we needed during our stay. We look forward to staying here again in the future!
KELLY A.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Nov 2025
Thanks, Kelly! We look forward to having you again!
This was our second time staying at the property while we visited family in the area. My kids enjoyed the large backyard and various toys. We definitely enjoyed our stay.
Great location between Duke, UNC and NC State. Plenty of options for shopping and dining in the area as well. The house had everything we needed and was in a beautiful spot with lakefront access.
Our family stayed here for my daughter’s graduation from NCSU. Although it was out of Raleigh a bit, it was very close to the interstate and close to great dining and shopping while still feeling like you were on n a rural area. The lake was so relaxing! The house is on the older side, but there is plenty of space and the kitchen was a nice size. The back deck is large and shaded. Overall a nice property for family.
Kelly M.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 May 2025
From the owner: "Thanks, Kelly! I'm glad the location was convenient and relaxing!"
This was an outstanding property, especially for the very reasonable price. The house was large and well equipped and the setting was lovely. Our group was small, but it would be a great house for a larger family reunion.
This was the perfect little getaway for our work trip. The house is great and the owners are too! So nice of them to check in and make sure we had everything we needed. Will definitely stay here again if in the Durham area:)
Jackie P.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Rosalyn
5 July 2024
Durham retreat
The house is located in a great location that is close to many things. The house was clean and well stocked. The owners responded quickly to text messages and were available, if needed, to make sure our stay was excellent.
Rosalyn
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Barbara
18 June 2024
Peaceful Durham home
We loved the location of the home. The backyard was wonderful and it was such a peaceful place to relax. We had everything we needed and were very comfortable. Would definitely stay here again. Sue was awesome to communicate with!
Barbara
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Becky
6 July 2023
Nice weekend getaway!
Our family really enjoyed our stay. The owners were very responsive and helpful. The house was very close to shopping and walking trails. We enjoyed the botanical gardens nearby. The house had everything we needed. We even caught several small fish in the pond.
Very organized and well stocked! Gorgeous property on a lake. Everything is organized and labeled. Dishes and materials are so well stocked! Toiletries provided. Kind property owners. Great communication.
Brandi W.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr 2025
From the owner: "Thank you so much for the feedback, Brandi! You're welcome back any time!"
We loved the setting of the property! There was lots of outdoor space that was much enjoyed and well furnished. The kitchen was also well supplied. There were seven of us staying and we had plenty of room to spread out.
Our youngest son was getting married, and although most of the out of town guests were staying in a hotel, we wanted a place that could accommodate ourselves, my parents and our other son, daughter in law and grandson, and possibly our 19 YO granddaughter and her BF. This location served our needs very nicely, and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay. It was centrally located and was clean and comfortable.
15 easy minutes from UNC Chapel Hill and from downtown Durham. Clean, comfortable, well stocked and in a beautiful setting. Everything worked as it should. Lots of food and shopping options 5-10 min away. Helpful and responsive host.
We were fortunate to find this place. The house is on a spacious property with many bedrooms and bathrooms. This would be a fantastic place for a fun family retreat. Our host Susan was incredibly attentive to our needs and quick to respond to our questions. Lovely wooded areas are on either side and I was surprised to see deer in the front yard one evening! Overall, a wonderful stay.
Elise L.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Elise
7 July 2023
Excellent Host
We were fortunate to find this place. The house is on a spacious property with many bedrooms and bathrooms. This would be a fantastic place for a fun family retreat. Our host Susan was incredibly attentive to our needs and quick to respond to our questions. Lovely wooded areas are adjacent and I was surprised to see deer in the front yard one evening! Overall, a wonderful stay.