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Curated Duke Retreat • Minutes to DPAC, downtown • Espresso, Eco+, Fire Pit

Vacation home near Duke University in Durham

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms97 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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Durham, NC
  • Place, Duke Homestead
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Vietnam Veterans Living Memorial
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Museum of Life and Science
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Raleigh, NC (RDU-Raleigh - Durham Intl.)
    ‪23 min drive‬

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About the area

Durham

In Durham .Within 2 miles (3 km) of this Durham vacation home, you'll find Duke Regional Hospital and Vietnam Veterans Living Memorial. Duke Homestead and Museum of Life and Science are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Northgate Mall - 2 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Duke Homestead - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Vietnam Veterans Living Memorial - 3 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Museum of Life and Science - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Duke University - 5 min drive - 3.6 km

Getting around

  • Durham Station - 10 min drive
  • Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Costco Food Court - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬18 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.

Curated Duke Retreat • Minutes to DPAC, downtown • Espresso, Eco+, Fire Pit

Welcome to the Bull & Bean Cottage — a rare all-inclusive experience, where intentional design & exceptional hospitality (& OCD) create an elevated & effortless stay! Coffee & comfort connoisseurs come to sip espresso from our coffee bar & enjoy luxe, eco+ & non-toxic amenities. Walkable to Duke Hospital & minutes by car to DPAC, downtown, Duke & Ninth St., you will enjoy a peaceful & clean home-base crafted for short & extended stays. Read below to learn more about the best Durham stay!

The Bull & Bean Cottage
• Private 3‑bedroom / 2‑bath single‑story home in Durham
• Quiet, residential location near Duke Hospital & downtown
• Fully fenced yard, fire pit, grill, & private patio
• Elevated, intentional design for comfortable, peaceful stays that feel like home — short or extended

Sleeping arrangements
• Primary bedroom: King bed, en‑suite bathroom
• Bedroom 2: Queen bed
• Bedroom 3: Queen bed with full bed trundle

All bedrooms include:
- high quality, 100% cotton linens
- blackout curtains
- ceiling fans & sound machines
- extra pillows & blankets
- a dedicated workspace
- smart TV (primary suite only) + premium streaming apps
- Pottery Barn bathrobes

Living & essentials
• One‑touch espresso machine, whole bean coffee, tea, syrups and more.
• Bright living room with comfortable seating & smart TV with premium streaming apps (included)
• Entertainment to make lasting memories, including a vintage-style record player and vinyl records, games, playing cards, books, kids' toys, and local recommendations.
• Meticulously equipped kitchen designed for longer stays, including air fryer, blender, spices, oils, & condiments.

• Laundry in home, washer & dryer
• High‑speed WiFi

Outdoor space
• Fully fenced yard
• Private patio with café lights
• Fire pit and grill
• Quiet space for evening relaxation

Noteworthy
• Non‑toxic, eco‑friendly cleaning supplies and toiletries provided for entire stay (not starter kits) - this is especially important for our immunocompromised guests.
• Family‑ready with pack‑n‑play, travel high-chair, toys, games, and books
• Unlimited access to a boutique fitness studio downtown included with your stay

Location
• Walk to Duke Regional Hospital (10 minute walk)
• 1-2 miles to Ninth Street, downtown Durham dining, shops, grocery, and trails.
• 2.5 miles to Duke East campus
• 4 miles to Duke University & Duke Hospital
• Bike provided for local exploring, the cottage’s location sits on Durham‘s extensive bike lane map. Additional bike rentals available.

Accessibility & Medical Features:
- Handicap parking
- 1 story home, step-free interior
- Step-free entrance to home available (ramp upon request, we install for stay)
- Stability grab bars in primary shower
- Orthopedic pillow system for elevated sleeping and recovery
- NO carpet, hardwood floors throughout (area rugs moveable)

Other things to note:
• Message us for Duke patient-friendly and extended stay pricing!
• Designed for restful stays — not parties or events
• Fully stocked for medical, recovery and longer visits
• The cottage can comfortably accommodate 6 adults + 1 child in the pack-and-play. The couch is not available for sleeping.


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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Massage

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 steps to reach entrance
  • 3 accessible parking spaces
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Single level property
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Gym
  • Basketball nearby

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Unit size: 1,040 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

We reserve the right to decline instant booking reservations based on most recent availability, terms and conditions of our property.

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
Long-term renters welcome
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
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
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. 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. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Curated Duke Retreat • Minutes to DPAC, downtown • Espresso, Eco+, Fire Pit to the airport?

This vacation home is 18.2 mi (24-min drive) away from the Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Curated Duke Retreat • Minutes to DPAC, downtown • Espresso, Eco+, Fire Pit have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Curated Duke Retreat • Minutes to DPAC, downtown • Espresso, Eco+, Fire Pit offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Curated Duke Retreat • Minutes to DPAC, downtown • Espresso, Eco+, Fire Pit?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Curated Duke Retreat • Minutes to DPAC, downtown • Espresso, Eco+, Fire Pit?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Curated Duke Retreat • Minutes to DPAC, downtown • Espresso, Eco+, Fire Pit?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Curated Duke Retreat • Minutes to DPAC, downtown • Espresso, Eco+, Fire Pit have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Curated Duke Retreat • Minutes to DPAC, downtown • Espresso, Eco+, Fire Pit have a spa?

This vacation home doesn't have a spa, but it does offer massages.

How close is Curated Duke Retreat • Minutes to DPAC, downtown • Espresso, Eco+, Fire Pit to downtown Durham?

This vacation home is 2.9 mi away from Durham.

Curated Duke Retreat • Minutes to DPAC, downtown • Espresso, Eco+, Fire Pit Reviews

Reviews

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 5 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 5 reviews

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Cleanliness

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Jyoti P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Connie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easy access to stores and attractions. Nice yard with fire pit. Great response from host and friendly communication.
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Paul H.

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

Amazing little cottage

Great property. Inside was amazingly clean. Owners were very responsive. Everything plus more you need. Overall neighborhood was quiet most of the time and very convenient to everything.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2025