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Modern Treehouse Close to Duke

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A wooden deck with railings, surrounded by dense foliage.
A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a central island, and pendant lighting.
A small, dark-colored cabin with a wooden deck and a staircase leading to a window.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a central island with bar stools, stainless steel appliances, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a wooden island.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 61900 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

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Durham, NC
  • Place, Duke Lemur Center
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Duke University
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Duke University Golf Club
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Raleigh, NC (RDU-Raleigh - Durham Intl.)
    ‪24 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Durham

When you stay at this vacation home in Durham, you'll be next to a golf course, a 4-minute drive from Duke University and 7 minutes from Duke University Hospital. .This golf vacation home is 3.4 mi (5.5 km) from North Carolina Central University and 6.7 mi (10.8 km) from Research Triangle Park.

What's nearby

  • Duke Lemur Center - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Duke University - 3 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Duke University Golf Club - 5 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • North Carolina Central University - 7 min drive - 3.4 miles
  • Research Triangle Park - 12 min drive - 7.3 miles

Getting around

  • Durham Station - 8 min drive
  • Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Li Ming's Global Mart - ‬4 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 Treehouse Close to Duke

Welcome to your treehouse in the city! Perfect for Duke patients, professionals, & Durham getaways! Being nestled in a serene forest, you can relax and enjoy the sounds of nature in a quiet neighborhood very close to Duke University, Duke University Medical Center, the Duke Forest, and downtown Durham. It is also in the vicinity of the Research Triangle Park and the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. This property has been totally renovated and is artistically appointed. It is nestled between trees on a large lot within a quiet Duke Forest neighborhood cul de sac. A large open living area awaits you and is complete with a marble dining table that seats six. The living area is also beautifully furnished for you to watch the smart TV visit with your family, friends, or simply relax. Another section of this large room provides an additional queen sofa bed which serves as a nice reading area or an extra sleeping area. Your open kitchen is a great spot to prepare delightful meals or snacks while you visit with guests as they are comfortably seated in the living area or at the bar. Your circular great room opens to a wrap around deck with an outside table seating six. The view to the woods is fantastic, no matter where you settle. Downstairs are two newly furnished master bedrooms, one with a king bed and the other with a queen bed. Each of the master bedrooms has a full bath, and its own private patio. Like the upstairs deck, the downstairs patios are abundant with panoramic forest views. Between the two bedrooms is a small room with a twin fold out ottoman. There is also a separate laundry room with a large capacity washer and a dryer. A mesh wifi will keep you connected throughout the house. Additionally, a Ring doorbell system is in place for your safety. Parking is available in your private driveway or on the street in front of your house. Hiking is nearby on the Al Buehler Trail. We cater to guests visiting Durham and Chapel Hill, Duke patients and people with asthma and allergies, Even the most finicky would find comfort in this home! **Please let us know a little about yourself and what brings you to our area when making a reservation!**
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private balcony or patio. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a Smart television is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a safe and a microwave, and housekeeping is provided on request.
Take in the views from a garden.
Guests will find features like wireless internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

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.
  • 4 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No elevator
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: No smoking inside or outside on property.

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Next to a golf course

Things to do

  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% organic food
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Locally sourced food prioritized
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Recycling
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Unit size: 1,900 square feet
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 27

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:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
*****Be sure to read Durham recycling instructions on counter right beside the trash/recycling container. NO bottle tops or lids on cans/bottles, etc., If in doubt, put it in trash bags.****
Push bottom right “lock” on the smart lock when you leave.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

READ rules on counter about Durham Sanitation Trash and Recycling. Tie trash bags. No tops on bottles; jars; cans, etc.
Please do not throw grease/food down drains or sanitary items down toilets.
ALWAYS give number of Adults and Kids/Ages. 6 people total. Give reason for visit.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Children only with strong adult supervision

Events

No events allowed
NO parties/events/loud music/furniture rearranging

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking inside or outside on property.

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
Note from host: NO parties/events/loud music/furniture rearranging
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
Property Registration Number Acct. # 8680147, 2022 Listing #873460.

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Contemporary Two StoryTreehouse in the City close to Duke Durham

Modern Treehouse Close to Duke Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 91 out of 91 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 91 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 91 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 91 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 91 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Teddy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely delightful spot!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Thomas B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice place and perfect location. Will stay there again when I travel back to Durham.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Holly S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay! Beautiful and peaceful location. Would definitely stay again. Thank you!!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Matthew P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thanks for another amazing stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bryce W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property is clean and modern. The host, Sue, was great and accommodating. We will definitely return in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tom T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

Clean, good amenities, convenient location
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

CD B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hidden Gem that won’t disappoint. Well appointed with nice linens and very comfortable beds. Centrally located to Duke University main campus and Duke and VA Hospitals. Host is very responsive. If it’s available, don’t hesitate to book it.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Caroline Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an absolutely wonderful stay and the home was actually better than described. It was very clean with a fully stocked kitchen and a variety of coffee, tea, oil, spices and snacks. Shampoo and body were also provided which was a big plus. No expense was spared when it came to the bedding and furnishings, everything felt luxurious. The location was perfect, near Duke and easy access to the freeway. Sue was very responsive and made check-in and check-out incredibly easy. Everything exceeded our expectations, and we would absolutely stay here again. Highly recommend this property to anyone looking for a stress-free and enjoyable stay in Durham, NC.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Becky K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Modern Tree House is absolutely WONDERFUL! Well appointed and very thought through with little touches that make your stay comfortable. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jamie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a very special and unique house! We felt like we were at a five star glamping in the forest - supremely comfortable, well equipped and beautifully decorated while feeling like a real getaway in a unique setting.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kitselman N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful home

We had a really wonderful stay in this home. It is very clean, well appointed and comfortable. We will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
We stayed here 2 weeks over Christmas and new years and it was perfect. The house is lovely, super clean and well stocked. We truly enjoyed our stay and will return I’m sure.
Stayed 15 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lauren M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing stay at treehouse

What an amazing place to stay! So beautiful and clean
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

C W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a wonderful “tree house.” It was well maintained and well equipped for a nice stay. The beds were great and the scenery from every window was tranquil. I would highly recommend this home.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

paul p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved it.

Really enjoyed the stay and will definitely look to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stefano W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect, quaint home

This treehouse adjacent to the Duke Forest is the perfect getaway. Its peaceful location, cleanliness, and spaciousness is perfect for any group.10/10 experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Darla C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

VERY NICE GETAWAY

As advertised, comfortable beds, owner is responsive and communicative, lovely view and easy access to great location with easy access to activities.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Linda M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Treehouse

A very nice place to stay. Very close to Duke Medical.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Matthew M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay, great location!

Loved our extended weekend here. The property had everything we needed and was a great location. Close enough to dining and entertainment but not in the middle of the city either. If we come back we would certainly look at this place again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Matthew P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful home near Duke

Always a great stay. Everything you need is provided. Very convenient to Duke and very well managed. Thank you.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joel T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice House

Great location to Duke. Very quiet and relaxing home. My family and I really enjoyed the stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Laertes M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful

Wonderful stay, excellent host, beautiful location, no regrets
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Terry S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We had a wonderful time!

It was exactly like the description-perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joe S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family getaway

The property was a perfect location. Close to downtown Durham and Chapel Hill. Great for evening family diners and games.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Another perfect trip!

We are a Duke family and cannot express enough how much we love this house!!!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024