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Highlights
Room to spread out
Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
Arcade/game room
A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade/game room.
Centrally-located
You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
Sleeps 10•4 bedrooms•7 beds
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
18 min walk
Streets at Southpoint Mall
Place, Streets at Southpoint Mall
2 min drive
Duke University
Place, Duke University
15 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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Experience an elevated group getaway in this renovated 3,100 sqft, 5-bdrm 3 bth. Perfect for families, it features a massive 900 sqft game room with a pool ping pong table, wet bar, & much more. Enjoy a luxurious stay with hotel-style amenities.
Northwest Raleigh
Experience an elevated group getaway in this renovated 3,100 sqft, 5-bdrm 3 bth. Perfect for families, it features a massive 900 sqft game room with a pool ping pong table, wet bar, & much more. Enjoy a luxurious stay with hotel-style amenities.
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. The area's natural beauty can be seen at William B. Umstead State Park and University Lake, while Stanford L. Warren Library and Hayti Heritage Center are cultural highlights. Consider Dean Smith Center for a night out or The Carolina Basketball Museum if you're travelling with kids.
Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) - 14 min drive
Restaurants
Chick-fil-A - 4 min drive
McDonald's - 3 min drive
Starbucks - 4 min drive
The Cheesecake Factory - 4 min drive
Golden Corral - 5 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 Durham Rare Waterfront Gem: Close to Everything!?
As of 22 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Durham Rare Waterfront Gem: Close to Everything! on 24 Aug 2026 start from AU$1,196, 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 3 mi (5 km) of Streets at Southpoint Mall and Research Triangle Park. The Carolina Basketball Museum and Morehead Planetarium are also within 9 miles (15 km).