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Modern Durham retreat / 10 mins from Duke and downtown Durham

Vacation home perfectly located for exploring Hayes

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TV, fireplace
Exterior
TV, fireplace
A two-story house with a covered porch, a small outdoor seating area, and a staircase leading to the entrance.
Microwave, oven, stovetop, dishwasher

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathrooms112 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Durham, NC
  • Place, Research Triangle Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, North Carolina Central University
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Durham Performing Arts Center
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Raleigh, NC (RDU-Raleigh - Durham Intl.)
    ‪15 min drive‬

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About the area

Durham

Hayes stay.Your stay at this Hayes vacation home places you within 3 miles (5 km) of Shepard House and Honey Girl Meadery. Also, The Brothers Vilgalys Spirits is within 3 miles (5 km) and Duke University is within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Research Triangle Park - 3 min drive - 5.3 km
  • North Carolina Central University - 4 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Durham Performing Arts Center - 4 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Durham Bulls Athletic Park - 4 min drive - 6.4 km
  • American Tobacco Campus - 4 min drive - 6.4 km

Getting around

  • Durham Station - 9 min drive
  • Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Sofia's Pizza - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Cook Out - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Modern Durham retreat / 10 mins from Duke and downtown Durham

Unwind in Durham at this terrific house perfect for groups or families. With three comfortable bedrooms, including two queen beds and a sofa bed, guests have plenty of space to relax. The three bathrooms make getting ready a breeze, each equipped with a hair dryer for convenience. Stay comfortable year-round thanks to air conditioning and heating throughout the home. Whether you’re lounging inside or planning your next adventure, this excellent house offers a fantastic base for your stay. Fall in love with Durham and enjoy the magic it has to offer.

What You’ll Love

Modern Design & Comfort
Step into a bright, open living space with clean lines, contemporary décor, and inviting furnishings. Every room has been intentionally styled to feel fresh, functional, and relaxing — ideal for families, couples, or business travelers seeking a hotel-quality stay with the comfort of home.

A Fully Equipped Kitchen
Enjoy cooking in the sleek, modern kitchen outfitted with stainless steel appliances, plenty of counter space, and everything you need to prepare meals at home.

Spacious Bedrooms
Each bedroom offers cozy bedding, ample storage, and peaceful vibes to ensure a great night’s sleep. Perfect for families or groups needing space and privacy.

Family-Friendly Features
This home was designed with families in mind — safe layout, open common areas, and plenty of room for kids to play, relax, and unwind.

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Centrally Located & Close to Everything

Located in Durham’s highly connected 27703 area, you’ll be minutes from:
• Downtown Durham – restaurants, breweries, the Durham Bulls ballpark
• RTP (Research Triangle Park) – perfect for business travelers
• Duke University & Duke Hospital
• RDU Airport – quick & convenient airport access
• Brier Creek shopping & dining
• Easy highways (540, 40, 147) for fast access to Raleigh, Cary, and Chapel Hill

Whether you’re exploring the Triangle, attending events, or visiting family, this location keeps you close to everything.

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A Perfect Stay for Any Occasion

Modern Escape is the ideal home base for:
✔ Family vacations
✔ Business trips
✔ Weekend getaways
✔ Long-term stays
✔ University visits
✔ Relocation & transition housing

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  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Stovetop

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • TV

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 1,210 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 23

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Thank you for the stay , please kindly place all linen in the washer .
Take the trash out
For any over achievers please throw the sheets in the washer but you certainly do not have to do this !
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether 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.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Modern Durham retreat / 10 mins from Duke and downtown Durham to the airport?

This vacation home is 10.4 mi (19-min drive) away from the Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Modern Durham retreat / 10 mins from Duke and downtown Durham have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Modern Durham retreat / 10 mins from Duke and downtown Durham offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Modern Durham retreat / 10 mins from Duke and downtown Durham?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Modern Durham retreat / 10 mins from Duke and downtown Durham?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Modern Durham retreat / 10 mins from Duke and downtown Durham?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Modern Durham retreat / 10 mins from Duke and downtown Durham have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Modern Durham retreat / 10 mins from Duke and downtown Durham have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Modern Durham retreat / 10 mins from Duke and downtown Durham to downtown Durham?

This vacation home is 2.9 mi away from Durham.

Modern Durham retreat / 10 mins from Duke and downtown Durham Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 8 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 8 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 8 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marcie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lots of space, clean, and comfortable. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dawn D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was very clean and family-friendly. It is the most stocked, well supplied rental I have ever had the pleasure of staying at! I would highly recommend this place to anyone.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karen K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was lovely beautifully decorated and was stocked with anything you could possibly need. The host was very responsive to any request or assistance.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Gerry H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Heavy odor of marijuana in one br. Got better over time. Owner notified but not much for them to do. Quick response from owner.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026