Family-friendly holiday rentals in Durham

Secluded Coastal Home & Cottage 3 Minutes to Beach

Escape to Thistle Pond Cottage, a peaceful coastal retreat in southern Maine. Nestled on 2 acres with pond views, lush gardens, and local wildlife, it’s minutes from beaches and Portland. Every stay begins with homemade bread from our kitchen and thoughtful, locally sourced welcome accompaniments. Weather and seasonal permitting, guests may occasionally savor a host-prepared wood-fired pizza made with fresh garden ingredients. Cozy, bright, and full of garden-to-table charm and seasonal delight.

Unique Country GuestHouse

Unique country GuestHouse artistically renovated from a repurposed insulated tractor trailer. Private, quiet woodland setting under starry night skies. Brilliantly designed to maximize space for a bedroom- queen bed, desk area. Full bathroom, fully equipped kitchen, eating and lounging area, comfy loft with a sleeper sofa. The spacious sunny deck, shady patio, & fire pit bring your experience more outside. 1.6mi woodland trail. Turkeys, chickens, herb farm. Wifi. 10% discount for repeat guests.

Luxury Lakefront Cottage w/Hot Tub/Kayaks-Sleeps 6

Escape to an enchanting cottage retreat, nestled on the shores of Moores Mills lake. Immerse yourself in the serene beauty of nature as you soak in the hot tub and gaze out over the tranquil waters. Everything you need to make beautiful memories! #cozycanadiancottage ✅ Swimming, Kayaking ✅ Fishing, Pedal boating ✅ Arcade Pac-Man, Record Player w/ 45’s ✅ Bonfire pit - free firewood ✅ Outdoor BBQ ✅ Sleeps 6: 2 King, 1 Queen bed ✅ 51 inch Smart Roku TV ✅ Amazon Prime, Roku ✅ Screened in porch

Sugar Maple Chalet - 67-Acre Farm

✔ Rustic Luxury: Cozy wood interiors, modern comforts, and charming decor. ✔ 67 Acres of Beauty: Private walking trails and historic outbuildings amid pristine nature. ✔ Stunning Views: Panoramic views by day, star-filled skies by night. ✔ Modern Comforts: Well-appointed kitchen, high-speed Wi-Fi, and more. ✔ Outdoor Clawfoot Tub with Shower: Relax under a maple tree when weather permits. ✔ Whole-House Backup Generator: Reliable backup power keeps the chalet running during unexpected outages.

Cabin Lake View at Cabanas do Lago

Take a moment, come to a quiet place, let yourself wonder. Concealed in the majestic scenery of “Cabanas do Lago” making an honest claim to be a walk away from the pure waters of Santa Clara Dam where if one so chooses can lose themselves in the beauty of this place. Here nature dances with the senses. The sights and sounds that surround this lovely setting will be etched to your memory. To wake up here, can be an amazing experience. Where the soft light of the morning gently wakes you up.

Countryside getaway 5 min. from Old Rag parking!

Just 5 min away from Old Rag trailhead in Shenandoah National Park and merely minutes from wineries/breweries. Our guest house is close to White Oak Canyon, Skyline Drive, Three Blacksmiths, Washington, and Luray Caverns! Book here if you like: -Escaping the hustle and bustle, and relaxing in nature -Hearing birds sing while sipping coffee/tea/wine on the porch -Observing wildlife (including our chickens and bees) -Fishing on the Hughes River in our backyard -Stargazing and spotting fireflies

Historic Schoolhouse c1866 + Pool + Lake + Hot tub

Stay at our one-room Schoolhouse c1866. Winner of Maine Homes Small Space Design Award 2023 and consistently top 1-5% of Airbnb homes for exceptional hospitality, comfort, cleanliness & quintessential romantic New England vibes. The Schoolhouse is 1 of 3 homes on our family's resort-like retreat, Camp Tall Pines: Featuring tennis/pool/gym/sauna, 1000-feet of frontage along the private 80-acre Shapleigh pond (boat/swim/fish), and nestled amongst a majestic 50-acre forest of tall pine trees.

Peaceful, authentic, rustic log cabin in the woods

Quiet wooded setting for authentic log cabin: *Self-contained wooded area. Owners live nearby. Other homes visible in winter. *1/2 mile country dirt road passes homes on way to cabin. Please drive slowly! *Signs along road after GPS leaves off. *Parking area turn around. *Complete bathroom *Kitchen: convection oven/ air-fryer/ microwave combo, Keurig, toaster, under counter frig. / small freezer. *Loft queen bed *Double Futon *Pots, pans, utensils *Table service for 4 *Games, books

Oceanfront Retreat

This charming oceanfront cottage offers direct access to a private beach and beautiful views of the water. Enjoy your morning coffee while watching the sunrise, spend the day kayaking along the shoreline and red cliffs, or relax in the hot tub overlooking the ocean. A spacious gazebo and fire pit provide the perfect setting to enjoy the outdoors, while the cottage is fully equipped for a comfortable stay. Relax on the deck and listen to the waves. Nearby towns offer all the necessities.

Gorgeous cabin on Blue Ridge

Atop the Blue Ridge close to Harper’s Ferry and Virginia wine country this airy retreat overlooks the idyllic Shenandoah. Our two-person soaking tub on a magnificent deck, huge firepit, gorgeous vintage interior, grand piano, and warm pine ceiling and floors, give you the perfect place to get away from city life for a bit. Full kitchen. Two bedrooms plus a big couch that could sleep someone else in a pinch, and a cozy little fireplace top it all off! Just steps to the Appalachian Trail.

Luxury Cottage on the Potowomut River 2bd/2b

The Cottage at The Grange is located on the peaceful Potowomut River. It is a beautiful and newly renovated 2 bedroom (king, 2 twin beds) / 2 full bath home with all the modern amenities and conveniences expected from a luxury short-term rental while maintaining the historic charm of this colonial estate. Cook a gourmet meal in the stocked kitchen or BBQ on the deck. Situated on 11 pristine acres enjoy private tennis/pickleball courts, kayak access to Greenwich Bay and much more!

Breakfast included, Saltwater Pool, Outdoor Bath

Javalina is a romantic stone house surrounded by nature and lots of fresh air just one hour from Porto. Start your day with a delicious breakfast while the birds are singing, relax in the afternoon with a book in the shade of a large tree, and end your evening with a glass of wine and deep conversations. The unique saltwater pool, framed by magnificent trees, offers breathtaking views of the Douro Valley, and the outdoor bathtub invites you to enjoy cosy moments all year round.