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Mirabelle- 3bd Downtown/Duke/RTP/No Cleaning Fees
Step into the comfort of this stylish, newly renovated 3- bedroom, 1- bath bungalow! CENTRALLY LOCATED & NEAR ALL MAJOR HIGHWAYS, Mirabelle is just minutes from downtown Durham, Duke University & RTP. No matter what brings you to Durham, Mirabelle has the perfect location & convenient amenities you’re looking for! * 5 min from downtown Durham * 10 min from Duke University & Duke Hospital * 10 min from RTP * 15 min from RDU airport * 10 min from Durham bulls and DPAC * 15 min from UNC hospital

Luxury Modern Suite W/ Private Deck
Welcome to our Private Luxury Master Suite! Enjoy a hotel-like experience with a spacious luxury bath featuring double sinks and a rain shower and a beautiful private deck with a peaceful view. We also include a coffee bar, work area, Wi-Fi, and TV. Conveniently located from RDU Airport and Downtown Durham, with a variety of restaurants and coffee shops nearby. Experience the perfect blend of comfort, luxury, and convenience in this upgraded suite! Parking is available and limited to 1.

The Bird's Nest
This newly renovated lower level apartment is nestled in the peaceful Forest Hills neighborhood. Our space is in an ideal location to enjoy all that Durham has to offer and comes complete with everything you'll need to feel at home. Minutes from excellent restaurants, outdoor fun, and cultural entertainment. Enjoy an evening at DPAC, a Durham Bulls baseball game, an energizing game of tennis at Forest Hills park, or a relaxing stroll through Duke Gardens. All just minutes from our doorstep.

Luxurious Downtown Home | 4 King Beds | 5mins Duke
Sunlit, spacious, and luxurious! Our beautiful modern home in downtown Durham with brand new furniture is perfect for couples, students and families. Walk to everything! Less than a mile to Durham Bulls Park, American Tobacco, restaurants and 2 miles to Duke. Sleep like royalty in all 4 bedrooms with new king size beds and mattresses. Enjoy cooking in a sun-drenched kitchen with large island or barbecue outside on the grill and enjoy the beautiful new landscaping in our private fenced yard.

*Rooftop Patio Oasis*House Near DT, Duke, RTP
Enjoy this wonderful Rooftop Oasis less than a mile to downtown, 2 miles from Duke University -conveniently close to all Durham has to offer. The Historic Tobacco Trail is literally in the back yard! Take a short walk to a Durham Bulls game or one of the many great picks for good eats in the city. You are truly on "Cloud Durham" when relaxing in good company on the rooftop deck. Take a meal to the outdoor dining table or converse on the sofa under the sky in the daylight or the deck light!

Rustic Historic Home~Short Walk to Downtown Durham
This historic home is only minutes from downtown Durham. It sits in one of the most beautiful neighborhoods in old Durham. It’s tree lined sidewalks can take you to parks, running paths and to one of the most vibrant downtowns in North Carolina . We are happy to offer you this 4 bedroom with 2 full bathrooms home with a well stocked kitchen with most everything you made need for making those epic dinners. Our large porch is a perfect place to hang out true to the southern style of leisure.

Downtown Luxury/King Beds/ Walk Everywhere
Enjoy this luxury bungalow perfectly located in Downtown Durham. Walk to the best that Durham offers! Immaculately furnished throughout. King beds with two en suite full bathrooms. Wake up and walk to CocoCinnamon to enjoy a delicious morning cup of coffee. Later in the day, Motorco, Full Steam Brewery, The Farmers Market, Central Park, Saltbox Seafood Shack, and downtown restaurants galore await you to enjoy. DPAC and the Durham Bulls will be unforgettable nights out. Perfect location!

Warm and Welcoming 3-Bedroom Cottage
Welcome to Carolina Cottage, nestled in one of Durham's premier post WWII neighborhoods, and extensively renovated by Designer + Builder Alicia Hylton-Daniel. Your experience will be enhanced by the thoughtfully curated spaces for relaxing, renewing and re-connecting. The home is spacious, with common areas to be shared, inside and out, as well as quiet spaces to read, nap, scroll and stream. You'll enjoy a full chef's kitchen and dining room, along with a sunny porch and shaded patio.

Like New Home - Central Durham/Duke
Welcome to our newly constructed, centrally located Durham home - Ranked top 5% of all AirBNB listings - 2 BR, each with private bath (+ 1/2 bath adjacent to kitchen) - 1220 square feet, 2 stories - 5-10 min to downtown Durham, Duke Hospitals, and Duke University - Free, designated 2 car parking adjacent to house - Work space in each bedroom - Onsite washer/dryer - Kid-friendly - Fast, 500+ Mbps internet - Blackout curtains + walk in closet in each bedroom - Fully-stocked kitchen

Reclaimed Beauty in Downtown's Cleveland-Holloway
Stay in a renovated, simplified Queen Anne-style home from 1915, located on the edge of Durham's Cleveland Holloway neighborhood with easy access to downtown's farmers market, restaurants, and bars. A portion of your stay goes to Airbnb.org to support hosting refugees. Relax in a spacious kitchen with Little Waves coffee, high ceilings, a beautiful live edge slab table, and a luxurious clawfoot tub shower. Please note, there is only one bathroom located in the master bedroom.

Artist's modern cabin close to downtown and Duke
Relax and recharge in a beautifully updated passive solar home in the woods. Enjoy original art and a professionally-equipped kitchen inside, along with songbirds and extensive landscaping outside. Don't feel like cooking? You're only a few minutes from downtown Durham, major shopping centers, and great restaurants. The two bedrooms are outfitted with a super-comfortable, high density foam mattress and luxury bedding, and sports views overlooking the tree canopy.

Designer Garden Home | Gas Fireplace
Brand new luxury home nestled in the trees in the downtown adjacent Cleveland-Holloway neighborhood. This private guest house is tucked behind an historic duplex (also a Vacation Rental). Private yard, patio, deck and parking. Inside you will find designer selected finishes including gleaming reclaimed pine floors, natural wood doors, quartz countertops, 10' ceilings, a soaring cupola, gas fireplace, meticulously designed bathrooms + much more.
Popular amenities for Downtown Durham house rentals
House rentals with a pool

Cozy 2-bed, 2.5 bath near UNC

Adorable Bungalow, Minutes from Downtown Durham

Lux King SuiteCentral to Duke, UNC & RDU Airport

3bd Lake pool access near Duke UNC Southpoint

The Cozy Cottage - 10 Min From UNC

New Modern Home in the heart of Downtown Durham

RD Central: Modern Brier Creek home near airport

Home away from home in Durham with Private Pool!
Weekly house rentals

Stylish Durham Retreat - Walkable, Sleeps 6

Villa Pinea, secluded MCM gem close to UNC & Duke!

Modern - Downtown, RTP, RDU, Duke, DPAC, Hospitals

Patio, Soaker Tub & Walkable Central Durham

Casa Rosa - 2BR West End Bungalow

Luxe Stay Near Duke &DT - Rooftop/Firepit/Games

Luxury Conjoined Downtown Home- 5 min walk to DT

Luxurious & Comfy ~ 5* Area ~ Roof Patio ~ Parking
Private house rentals

Downtown Durham Haven~Duke~Durham Bulls~NCCU

The Littlest House

Classic & Beautiful|DT Durham|3 Bed|2.5 Ba|Pets OK

Downtown Newly Renovated

2BR Durham/West End House with Spare Room

Guest Suite: Artist studio turned into loft.

Burch Avenue Hideaway- walk to Duke

The Angier House | Modern Smart Home | 4Car Garage
When is the best time to visit Downtown Durham?
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | $291 NZD | $273 NZD | $289 NZD | $296 NZD | $433 NZD | $273 NZD | $280 NZD | $234 NZD | $296 NZD | $353 NZD | $277 NZD | $286 NZD |
| Avg. temp | 5°C | 7°C | 11°C | 16°C | 20°C | 25°C | 27°C | 26°C | 23°C | 17°C | 11°C | 7°C |
Quick stats about house rentals in Downtown Durham

Total holiday rentals
Explore 30 holiday rentals in Downtown Durham

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Downtown Durham holiday rentals start at $106 NZD per night before taxes and fees

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Family-friendly holiday rentals
20 properties offer extra space and kid-friendly amenities

Pet-friendly accommodation
Find 10 rentals that welcome pets

Rentals with dedicated workspaces
20 properties have a dedicated workspace

Wi-Fi availability
30 of Downtown Durham holiday rentals include Wi-Fi access

Popular amenities for guests
Guests love Kitchen, Wi-Fi and Pool across Downtown Durham rentals

4.9 Average rating
Downtown Durham stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.9 out of 5!

Nearby attractions
Downtown Durham's top spots, include American Tobacco Campus, Durham Bulls Athletic Park, and Carolina Theatre
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- PNC Arena
- Duke University
- Durham Bulls Athletic Park
- Raven Rock State Park
- Frankie's Fun Park
- American Tobacco Campus
- Tobacco Road Golf Club
- Eno River State Park
- North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences
- Carolina Theatre
- North Carolina Museum of History
- William B. Umstead State Park
- Lake Johnson Park
- Sarah P. Duke Gardens
- North Carolina Museum of Art
- Gregg Museum of Art & Design
- International Civil Rights Center & Museum
- Gillespie Golf Course
- Durham Farmers' Market
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