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Luxe Home Near Duke & Downtown Durham with Firepit, Park N’ Play & Free Parking

Vacation home near Duke University in Durham

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

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3 bedrooms3 bathrooms117 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Durham, NC
  • Place, Wheels Fun Park
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Geer Cemetery
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Downtown Durham Dog Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Raleigh, NC (RDU-Raleigh - Durham Intl.)
    ‪17 min drive‬

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About the area

Durham

Heart of Durham.Within 2 miles (3 km) of this Durham vacation home, you'll find Wheels Fun Park and Geer Cemetery. Triangle Brewing Company and Downtown Durham Dog Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Wheels Fun Park - 1 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Geer Cemetery - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Triangle Brewing Company - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Shepard House - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Downtown Durham Dog Park - 4 min drive - 2.8 km

Getting around

  • Durham Station - 8 min drive
  • Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Little Caesars Pizza - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Alpaca Peruvian Charcoal Chicken - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Ichiban Hibachi Restaurant - ‬4 min drive

About this property

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

Luxe Home Near Duke & Downtown Durham with Firepit, Park N’ Play & Free Parking

Welcome to The Essex Doorstep your stylish modern retreat in the heart of Durham, where comfort meets convenience. Our newly furnished 3-bedroom home offers the perfect blend of luxury and location for families, business travelers, concertgoers, and campus visitors alike.

Wake up with a cup of coffee in the sunlit living room, then head out to explore nearby cafés, parks, restaurants, and museums all just minutes away.

📍 Prime Location Highlights:
• 8 min to Downtown Durham & DPAC
• 11 min to Duke University
• 11 min to Duke Hospital
• 8 min to NCCU & Durham Tech
• 15 min to RTP Campus
• 18 min to RDU Airport
• 7 min to Durham Bulls Athletic Park
• Near American Tobacco Campus & Durham Central Park

Relax in the bright, open-concept living room with a Smart TV and fast Wi-Fi. Cook your favorite meals in the fully equipped kitchen, or gather in the cozy dining area for family dinners and laughter. Each bedroom is thoughtfully designed with plush bedding, calming décor, and everything you need for a restful night’s sleep.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

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.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited housekeeping

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours 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

General

  • Unit size: 1,260 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

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:
Load the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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
Seniors-only community
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 and a first aid kit
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. Seniors-only community. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

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