{Luxe} Espresso Bar! Bike to Duke, DPAC, downtown, Eco & Family+, Fire pit | House in Durham

10.0 (3 Reviews) |   3 Bedrooms  2 Bathrooms  7 Guests
Durham House | {Luxe} Espresso Bar! Bike to Duke, DPAC, downtown, Eco & Family+, Fire pit

3 Bedroom House in Durham

We have all checked into a rental and it didn’t cut it. Maybe there weren’t enough towels, or the bed was uncomfortable, you didn't have what you needed to cook a WHOLE meal, or maybe it just didn’t feel clean. This is not that‼️ Having a host with OCD does have its benefits 🤓
⭐ Top 10 Reasons Guests Love This Home
1. Espresso Machine + Coffee bar
2. Luxury bedding, mattresses, and sleep amenities
3. Sparkling clean & non-toxic toiletries & supplies
4. Stylish, professional interior design
5. Streaming apps included: Netflix, Prime Video, Hulu + more AND fast WiFi
6. Perfect for families, Duke patients, business travelers
7. 1-story home & ample, handicap, & free parking
8. Fully-stocked kitchen
9. Walkable to Duke Regional Hospital & Bikeable to downtown Durham, Duke University & Hospital (bike included)
10. Workspace in each room for remote jobs
At top-notch in NC, we are here to serve. Our small family business pours a lot of love and energy (and the kids’ college fund…no, just kidding - sort of) into our properties to make each one a unique, luxurious and cozy second home during your stay. Having a host with OCD does have its benefits - you will see ☺️
❄️ WINTER IN THE #BULLCITY COZY COTTAGE: enjoy hot cocoa at the coffee bar, extra blankets, & the outdoor firepit under the cafe lights*
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THE SPACE
Welcome to your #bullcity cozy cottage, a storybook home away from home.
🛏️ 3 Bedrooms | 2 Bathrooms | Sleeps 8 (7 in beds +1 in pack-n-play/crib)
🛋️ LIVING ROOM
👉🏽 Stylish yet cozy decor, sectional couch, chairs and ottomans make this space comfortable and functional.
♠️ Have fun with puzzles, books and games - where are my Scrabble and Monopoly players?! or do you prefer spades?
📺 Relax in front of the 55" smart TV! We don't expect you to fumble through all your log-ins, so we provide: YouTubeTV, Netflix, Prime Video, Hulu, Disney+, and more.
🍽️ FULLY-EQUIPPED KITCHEN
☕ Espresso machine + coffee + tea bar. No need for a barista tip jar or massive clean-up after each cup, this automatic machine is a one-touch kind of girl.
🌶️ You will be able to cook a WHOLE meal here! Spices, cooking oils, tupperware, pasta strainer, vegetable peeler - we truly tried to think of it all!
🚰 Water filtration system - bring your oversized Stanley!
🍟 Air fryer, toaster, smoothie making ninja, quality pots & pans
🫧 Eco-friendly, non-toxic soaps, dishwasher tablets, cleaning products, and hypoallergenic laundry detergent. As in, we don't want to poison you or give you a rash during your stay, so we provide high quality, non-toxic supplies and soaps that leave you happier and healthier!
❌ And we don’t do “starter packs of essentials” - our goal is to provide enough paper products, soaps, shampoo/conditioner/body wash, detergents, etc for your stay!
🛏️ BEDROOMS
You are coming here to sleep, after all, so our biggest priority is giving you a dreamy night's rest.
ALL BEDROOMS HAVE:
💤 Plush memory foam mattresses, gel mattress toppers for extra comfort, 100% cotton sheets, quality pillows, phone and watch chargers, ceiling fans, personal workspaces, & blackout curtains!
You will find mattresses and pillows enclosed in a zippered, waterproof encasement for your health and protection.
•🛌🏿 Primary Suite: KING bed, en-suite bathroom, 43” Roku Smart TV
•🛌🏿 Bedroom 2: QUEEN bed, shared full bathroom
•🛌🏿 Bedroom 3: QUEEN bed + full size trundle, shared full bathroom - great for kids & adults!
🛁 BATHROOMS
•Stocked with premium and natural shampoo, conditioner, and body wash.
•Plush luxury towels & essentials.
• Pottery Barn (R) bathrobes
🌳🔥BACKYARD RETREAT
•BBQ gas grill
•Fire pit & Adirondack chairs
•Cafe lights for the perfect ambiance
ADDITIONAL INFO:
🚲 Bike-Friendly & Walkable Location!
We provide a BIKE during your stay because we are that excited about the bike lane at the end of the street! Just hop on the designated bike lane that takes you all the way through downtown Durham and to Duke! Explore 80+ walking and biking trails, including the famous American Tobacco Trail.
We will give you a long list of restaurant recommendations, things to do, and tips for the local scene leading up to check-in!
As part of our luxury, five ⭐️ experience we have a few offerings that may make your trip and transition a little easier and more joyful.
Please let us know if any of the following would be helpful and if you would like to add -on to your stay.
✔️ early check-in
✔️ late check-out
✔️ stock the fridge, customized grocery shop
✔️ firewood bundle for fire pit
✔️ s'mores kit for 4
✔️ special occasion amenities (cake, wine, flowers, balloons, decorations, etc.)
✔️ coordinate and schedule events or appointments (e.g. Escape Room, spa appointments, hair cut, etc)
✔️in-home massage
✔️event/family photography
MORE THINGS:
🐕 Not pet-friendly
🛗 Single-level home (only 2 steps at entry)
✔️ Must be 25+ years young to book
📣 Extended stay and long term reservations welcome! We offer a special discount to Duke patients needing refuge during treatment - please ask how we can be of service in this way. 💙
🦽Accessible/Wheelchair features:
-single story home
-Two steps between driveway and front door.
-NO step entry from driveway to front door is possible with handicap accessible ramp. Let us know this request upon booking and we will be glad to install prior to your arrival!
-handicap accessible parking in large driveway
⭐️ Ideal for Duke Hospital patients, families, and medical stays.
✨ Book your stay at this boutique Durham getaway today!
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💙COMMUNITY: Your reservation contributes to our community service mission. A percentage of the proceeds from your reservation will be donated to the Durham residents in need. Thank you for helping us help those in need.💙

{Luxe} Espresso Bar! Bike to Duke, DPAC, downtown, Eco & Family+, Fire pit is located in Durham. {Luxe} Espresso Bar! Bike to Duke, DPAC, downtown, Eco & Family+, Fire pit provides accommodation, featuring Accessibility, Bedding/Linens, Wellness Facilities, among other amenities. This House features Accessibility, Bedding/Linens, Wellness Facilities, to make your stay a comfortable one.

{Luxe} Espresso Bar! Bike to Duke, DPAC, downtown, Eco & Family+, Fire pit has 3 Bedrooms , 2 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 7 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Durham has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Durham, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
TV
Balcony/Terrace
Accessibility
Sports/Activities
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Guest Services
Entertainment
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning
Bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Soap
  • Towels provided
Bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Dining table
  • Living room
Kitchen
  • Coffee grinder
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Dishwasher
  • Refrigerator
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Oven
  • Microwave
  • Electric kettle
Laundry
  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Laundry facilities
Parking
  • Onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
Accessibility
  • 2 stairs to reach property
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • No elevator (single level property)
  • 3 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Front entrance ramp
Activities
  • Basketball nearby
  • Fitness center
  • Bicycle on site
Entertainment
  • Games
  • Books
  • Smart TV
General
  • Unit size: 1040 sq ft (97 sq m)
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Spanish
  • English
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
Guest Services
  • Travel crib
  • Children's dinnerware
  • Children's games
  • Children's books
  • Highchair
  • Playground
  • Stair gate
  • Children's toys
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Concierge services
Internet
  • Free WiFi, with speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
Outdoors
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio
  • Firepit
Security/Safety
  • Deadbolt lock
  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
Spa
  • Massages

Policies

Check-in
Contactless check-in available
Check-out
Contactless check-out available
Child Policy
Children are welcome.

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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed this property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room this property is managed through our partner, vrbo. you will receive an email from vrbo with a link to a vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Reviews

Jyoti P.
Jul 25, 2025 11:07:10 PM
Review Score:   10
Summary: Wonderful experience!! The house was charming and Kristin thought of so many details to make our stay extra special. We will definitely stay here again next time we’re in town!
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