Family-friendly holiday rentals in Chapel Hill

Mid-Century Gem • Creekside • King Beds • Near UNC

This curated 3BR/2BA mid-century modern Chapel Hill home blends comfort, style, and nature in perfect harmony. Designed by renowned local architect JP Goforth, the home sits on a wooded acre with a private creek and features king beds in every room, Sonos audio, and fiber WiFi. Relax on the deck, fire up the grill, or unwind inside surrounded by stunning hand-selected art and furnishings. Minutes from UNC, Whole Foods, and Eastwood Lake, it’s a true retreat for anyone craving serenity and style.

Charming Tiny House Nestled in the Trees

This small 128 sq ft tiny house is packed with charm. Situated on a serene 5 acre wooded property, its a short drive to Hillsborough (10 min), Chapel Hill (15) and Durham (15). I wanted to create a space where guests can take time to rest and reset. The house is cozy, stylish, and surprisingly spacious. Its well appointed with all the amenities to feel like home. Take a step outside and you'll be surrounded by old hardwood trees and the soothing sounds of nature that make life here so peaceful

Bungalow In the Woods - Close to UNC and Duke

Escape to a peaceful hillside retreat nestled in the woods, where the melodies of farm animals and wild birds sooth the soul. Our stylish and cozy bungalow features three charming porches that invite quiet reflection. Enjoy an easy-to-use indoor COMPOST TOILET. Treat yourself to our rejuvenating sauna (+$40) and wander through our garden & along wooded paths. While close to town, UNC, Duke and I-40, this getaway promises a restorative escape immersed in nature’s serenity and thoughtful living.

Little Brick Cottage

Private, serene and quiet. Casper firm queen mattress, dining table and chairs, love seat & kitchenette w/ fresh cream, coffee, tea and honey. Coffee maker and kettle. Large shower w/ rain shower head. Dresser & Garment rack in a light filled space w/ vaulted ceilings with a private screen porch. WiFi and free cable tv. 5-10 min walk to restaurants, shops, hiking paths, and weekly farmer's market. Free bus line CW picks up in front of the house making UNC and downtown Chapel Hill within mins.

The Chapel Hill Forest House

Book this incredible tiny house for the perfect romantic getaway in the heart of Chapel Hill! It sits in a private forest full of wildlife but is only a 5-minute walk to Franklin Street and the UNC campus. Enjoy amazing views from the floor-to-ceiling windows of foxes and deer playing on the lawn. Lounge on the wall-to-wall hammock as you gaze at the trees through the skylights. Unwind with a movie in bed played on our massive projector. There's nothing like this anywhere in the Triangle!

Carriage House-32 Acre Wooded Lot & Trails & Pond

-private 2015 carriage house in Chapel Hill; less than 2 miles from I-40 -less than 8 miles from UNC; less than 20 minutes from Duke -2 bedrooms with queen, 2 twins & a trundle bed -32 acre private wooded lot with 2 mi. of trails w/ stocked pond -open floor plan - 1000 sq.ft. -fully stocked kitchen w/ fresh eggs -high speed wireless internet -on-site washer and dryer (free) -stairs from ground to apartment -4 vehicles parking spaces -outdoor grill & 2 fire pits w/ Adirondack chairs

Soul Retreat in the Heart of Carrboro

Steps away from the liveliness of downtown Carrboro, the apartment feels like a sanctuary nestled in natural surroundings. The carefully scaled and designed smaller space, natural wood, and connection to nature rejuvenates the soul, allowing one to be present in a slower, relaxed, and gentle way. The upstairs, loft bedroom has a queen bed, desk, and many windows bringing in sunlight and views of trees. Downstairs is a small living area, kitchen, dining space, and bathroom.

2 blocks from UNC - Gorgeous w/Tesla Charger!

Enjoy this apartment only 2 blocks from campus in the Franklin Rosemary historic district. You will love being so close to Sorority Row, Starbucks, Top of The Hill, Kenan stadium and everything Franklin St has to offer! The entire apartment is available with two bedrooms and a shared bath. The kitchen has stainless steel appliances, a washer/dryer and a Keurig coffee maker. There is parking for one car in front of the cottage and an exterior outlet for your electric car.

Modern Tiny House Near Duke & Downtown

You’ll feel like you’re getting away from it all in this modern, private tiny house in the trees, even though you’re just minutes from Duke, downtown Durham, shopping, and restaurants. It’s the perfect balance of peaceful retreat and city convenience. The home includes all the essentials — full kitchen, laundry, A/C, and high-speed internet — but many guests find themselves spending most of their time relaxing on the screened-in porch, listening to birds, and recharging.

Cozy Secluded Accessible West Wing

The West Wing is guest quarters to a residence on 15 acres 5 miles south of Chapel Hill. It's an easy 10 minutes (5 miles) to downtown Chapel Hill, UNC, UNC Hospitals and Carrboro. Comfortable, clean, attractive, and very secluded. It is a studio apartment with one double bed, perfect for one person, cozy for two.. Your friendly, well behaved dog is welcome, but don't ever let your dog on the furniture or leave your dog alone uncrated. Sorry, no cats.

Cozy Tiny house near UNC

Explore this cozy 400 square feet retreat around a 15 minute drive from UNC. The tiny house behind the main house in the gated yard. Enjoy the open floor plan with a full bathroom with a walk-in shower, kitchenette, and a charming patio. It is the perfect for sports fans and travelers seeking a Chapel Hill getaway with all the comforts of home! Hosts are close by to help with request during your stay. Pets are welcomed!

Heel-O Sunshine

Need a room of your own? This peaceful, light-filled guest house is waiting. Wake up in the quiet of the countryside. Join the Carrboro bustle in 10 minutes, the UNC campus or hospital in 12. (Duke in 30, Greensboro in 40, RDU airport in 30). This tiny modern jewel sits side-by-side a newly-renovated 1860's farmhouse. Airy and open, with blackout curtains for privacy.