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Bright Modernist City-Escape

Vacation home near Duke University in Durham

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Dining
3 bedrooms, travel crib, WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Durham, NC
  • Place, Durham Performing Arts Center
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Durham Convention Center
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Carolina Theatre
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Raleigh, NC (RDU-Raleigh - Durham Intl.)
    ‪17 min drive‬

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About the area

Durham

In Durham .Within a 15-minute walk of the vacation home, you'll find Downtown Durham Dog Park and Honey Girl Meadery. Duke University and Durham Hosiery Mill are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Durham Performing Arts Center - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Durham Convention Center - 16 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Carolina Theatre - 16 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Durham Bulls Athletic Park - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Duke University - 4 min drive - 4.0 km

Getting around

  • Durham Station - 3 min drive
  • Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Missy Lane’s Assembly Room - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Little Bull - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Surf Club - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Hi-Wire Brewing - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Coupe And Stein - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Bright Modernist City-Escape

Welcome to Hazel Modernist 5 - designed and built by Alicia Hylton-Daniel with her "sister," Modernist 6 next door.

Power walk to downtown, this sleek getaway is comfortable & livable. Fully equipped chefs kitchen opens into the large living & dining space, with Frame TV and fireplace. 3BR & side deck give plenty of space together or alone.

Each home by Alicia is infused with creative and new design concepts. This playful home embodies the irrepressible spirit & evolving style of Grace Jones.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events 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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Bright Modernist City-Escape to the airport?

This vacation home is 15.5 mi (21-min drive) away from the Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Bright Modernist City-Escape?

As of Mar 30, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bright Modernist City-Escape on Mar 31, 2026 start from CA $319, excluding 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.

Does Bright Modernist City-Escape have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Bright Modernist City-Escape offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Bright Modernist City-Escape?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Bright Modernist City-Escape?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Bright Modernist City-Escape?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Bright Modernist City-Escape have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Bright Modernist City-Escape have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Bright Modernist City-Escape to downtown Durham?

This vacation home is 0.7 mi away from Durham.

Bright Modernist City-Escape Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 19 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 19 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Marsha M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautifully decorated, well maintained home. It was close to the downtown social district.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Thomas D.

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Katie L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very easy to access and the house and decor were beautiful
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Patty M., Swansboro

Liked: Cleanliness
Light and airy furnishings, spotless home and comfortable beds all within walking distance to downtown
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Margaret O., Asheville, NC

Liked: Cleanliness
This location is convenient to downtown, and for us, to relatives. Everything was spotless, and there were many considerate touches that made life during our stay easier. Plenty of towels, a luggage rack for each bedroom, full-length mirrors in each -- the owner has thought things through well. The decor is lovely, with interesting art and even good literature. The bed was comfortable and we appreciated the bottled water, coffee, olive oil, and other basic supplies. We look forward to staying here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property, well appointed - everything you need for a stay. Convenient to downtown and restaurants, and events. Owner is great!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandon R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic house just a quick drive from downtown Durham. Host was very communicative and great. Would highly recommend to anyone looking to stay in the area
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Walter A., Washington, DC

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable, stylish, well-stocked. Great place!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

G K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent stay. Convenient, quiet, and so clean!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victor W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Acc baseball tournament weekend

Another great guys weekend watching baseball. The house was perfect! Very clean and Had everything needed
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Crystal C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Experience

The house was clean, fresh and airy. It was also well thought out with attention to detail and all of the necessities (cookware, towels, linens AND coffee) available. It is clear that the owner and prior guests have taken care with the home. An added touch is information about the area and history provided in the home. You won't be disappointed if you book this home. I definitely plan to return!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adrienne H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Junior Olympic Retreat

I arrived to the house late but noticed that the neighborhood was still quiet. Walking into the house I was amazed at how beautiful and pristine it was. I am very leery about rental homes and hotels so my anxiety was on high. However, I found this property to be one of the best I have ever stayed in. The water pressure in the master shower could have been better but the fact that I felt at home the entire time made up for that. I have the same house rules for shoes so I immediately felt comfortable. The house is well decorated and had plenty of space for me and my family. If I didn’t mention how clean it was let me say it again. I have a habit of sanitizing everything and cleaning whenever I get to a hotel or house, I did just that and found nothing. I have found more dirt at new hotels. Thanks again for allowing us to stay in your home. This stay made our trip so much better and stress free. Hope to rent from you again soon!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ed J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice upto date

Very nice. Didnt stay long enough
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda G.

Liked: Cleanliness

COOL PLACE!

VERY NICE…superbly decorated! Very clean! Great location. Would love to stay there again…. OR in the sister unit, Tina, next door! 😁 Curious about the decor there!😁 Had everything we could possibly need for a getaway trip. Love the history of the area! Thanks for offering such an awesome place!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brittany H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Modern Stay

The house was beautiful and had nearly everything we could need. The master bedroom is very nice with some nice amenities and the other two bedrooms are a decent size.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute and Clean

We loved our stay! No detail was neglected in designing and decorating this gorgeous house. The property was clean and comfortable, and included everything we needed for a wonderful weekend. I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nakia T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely Sister Homes for A Linesister Reunion

We booked these sister properties back in the summer for Duke homecoming. We had no idea that our football team would actually be good! Lol... We had two houses for 8 women coming together for the 30th anniversary of our induction to our sorority. The homes - Modernist 5 and Modernist 6 - were new construction in a transitioning neighborhood. The houses are beautifully decorated with a modern design flair. The neighborhood was quiet. We didn't see many folks outside or walking around, though we were gone quite a bit during our two day stay. We used the bigger unit - Modernist 6 - as our fellowship and dining space. It was easy to walk between the two properties. The location was perfect and about 10 minutes from Duke. Shopping was also nearby, as well as downtown Durham. The neighborhood is in transition, with another new house under construction across the street and 3-4 newer homes on the block. However, there is a pretty shabby house across the street and next door to Modernist 6. No scary. Just very shabby. We never felt unsafe. And, again, both houses were beautiful, new, and shiny... Check-in was easy, the host was even able to accommodate an early check-in for one of the houses. They did so without hesitation and with no extra charge. I highly recommend both Modernist 5 and Modernist 6!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maddy G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful House

The house was very nice and clean and was exactly as advertised. We really enjoyed our stay here.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023