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Outdoor dining
Exterior detail
2 bedrooms, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Smart TV
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Durham, NC
  • Cameron Indoor Stadium
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Duke University
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Duke University Hospital
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Raleigh, NC (RDU-Raleigh - Durham Intl.)
    ‪22 min drive‬

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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!
During your stay at this vacation home, you'll be within walking distance of Duke University Golf Club. Features include laundry facilities. Free WiFi and a kitchen are available in the vacation home.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washer/dryer, and 2.5 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • 6 minutes by car from Duke University and 7 minutes from Duke University Hospital
As a guest of this vacation home, you'll find a garden and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property manager

Linda Sue Pohl

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • 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 lift
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Smoke-free property
  • 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% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Recycling
  • 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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.
Property Registration Number Acct. # 8680147, 2022 Listing #873460.

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. 74 out of 74 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 74 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 74 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 74 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 74 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Louise K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderfully peaceful house close to Duke

We stayed at the Treehouse while our daughter had surgery at Duke. The Treehouse was peaceful and the perfect place to recoup after surgery. Sue and Gary were wonderful hosts. They were great about communicating before our reservation and were flexible about our arrival/departure. The house was a perfect retreat. They even provided coffee k-pods and snacks for our stay. Lovely bedding, towels and toiletries were provided for our stay. I highly recommend this property and the owners.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stefano W.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Douglas H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very Nice Retreat

Great, quiet location tucked in woods. Wonderful, caring hosts. Close to Duke campus for us to enjoy both outdoor and indoor activities. Five stars.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Douglas H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent

Superb property and location. 5 stars.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
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

10/10 Excellent

Kitselman N.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Darla C.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Mary Katherine S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful, serene & nestled in the trees!

This was our family’s second stay at this wonderful house nestled in the trees. Everything is clean and beautifully furnished, the space feels calm and relaxing, and the owners clearly take a lot of pride in providing a top-notch experience for their guests. We will happily stay here again in the future and look forward to our next visit!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great house

Thank you for welcoming us into your wonderful treehouse. Home was full of accommodations and was very relaxing to stay in. Extremely convenient and close to Duke.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen S., McLean VA

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing stay for Duke Graduation

This was the perfect place to stay for our son’s graduation. With all the busyness of events, coming back to this perfect home provided the respite we needed to relax. It’s quiet but convenient to everything. I can’t recommend it highly enough!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Doug H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great accommodations and hosts

Immaculate home with excellent furnishings and provisions. Very conveniently located in quiet, residential neighborhood proximate to Duke, Duke Forest, restaurants, and shopping. Hosts are very welcoming and clearly interested in providing a great experience for their guests!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bridget E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Breath of fresh air

Traveling can be stressful but Sue and Gary’s treehouse was like a breath of fresh air. I have traveled to North Carolina many times and have stayed in numerous houses. This house by far exceeded my expectations. The pictures do not do the house justice. The furniture, kitchen, bedrooms, and bathrooms were all in pristine condition. The bath towels were luxurious. From the cleanliness to having all the necessities one might need, this house was perfect for my family. The location was convenient and in a beautiful quiet neighborhood. It was definitely a 5 star experience and I will be back. Thank you Sue and Gary for sharing your beautiful home.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Another perfect trip!

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

10/10 Excellent

norma G., Hackensack, NJ

Liked: Cleanliness

Charming treehouse retreat

Immaculate, well-furnished house on a quiet street but well-located area in Durham. We had a family celebration and needed housing for 6 adults.my guested love this house which came with all the amenities you would want for a weekend or longer stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Thanksgiving at the house in the trees.

We had a wonderful stay at the house. Our hosts did a great job communicating beforehand, and everything was just as described. They did go above and beyond providing a kitchen with commonly needed pantry items and many other touches to make our stay comfortable. The entire place is updated and has a fresh feel. The location can't be beat. It is right next to Duke, in a quiet neighborhood, on a cul de sac, with the added bonus of being close to the Al Buehler trail for afternoon walks. If you are looking for relaxing, well-appointed, and peaceful, this is it! We are hoping to stay here again. Thank you Sue and Gary!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Just perfect!

We visited Durham to tour Duke. The treehouse is very close to the Duke campus and was the perfect place for our family. The kitchen is fully stocked with pots, pans, dishes, cups, silverware. We love the option of making a simple meal or bringing in takeout when we don’t have the energy to venture out, and the treehouse had everything we needed and more. Coffee, tea, sugar, microwave popcorn, nut bars, and spices were provided. There is a Super Target very near for anything else you might want. The treehouse is beautiful and comfortable. Many thanks to Linda for being such a wonderful hostess! We will certainly be back whenever we return!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joel T.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Laertes M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Multiple stays..always a pleasure

We loved our stay at the treehouse. We have been renters multiple times here. Gary and Sue do a wonderful job in keeping the house stocked with all necessities. Sue was wonderful with her communications. Thanks so much again.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynn B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Exceptional

This property was exceptional. From the decor, cleanliness, attention to details and communication from the host it exceeded expectations. It’s the little things that really set it apart from other places we have stayed. The switches in the home were labeled, there were snacks on the counter, coffee pods for the Keurig,a basket of blankets to use while sitting in the living area! It was lovely. Location is great, minutes away from Duke and 20 from UNC. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary Katherine S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful stay!

We had a wonderful stay in Durham and this house was perfect for all of our needs. It is in a beautiful spot nestled in the trees, and it was convenient to everything we needed. It is exactly as the pictures show. The kitchen is well stocked with cookware and dinnerware for cooking meals at home, the rooms are comfortable, and the whole property is clean and beautifully decorated and maintained. We will definitely check this place first the next time we are in town!
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Tree House

In for our daughter’s white coat ceremony. Great stay, close to Duke, and perfect for our family to get together
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amie A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay at the treehouse!

We had a lovely stay at the treehouse! Everything was just as described and it was such a great space! The open floor plan on the top was great for spending time with family and the bedrooms on the lower level were very comfortable! We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sue P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Another great stay at the Treehouse

We had a wonderful stay in Durham. The house was immaculate. The owners think of everything you might need including snacks! They respond immediately for any questions. Can’t wait to come back soon.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

mary o.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent property!

The tree house is everything you would want and more! It is SO comfortable. It has everything you will need to prepare meals, a wonderful location to Duke and the medical facilities, a wonderful neighborhood to walk around in, and a beautiful view of the Duke forest. We will definitely stay again if and when we are in the area.
Stayed 12 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrea K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Don't Think Twice!

This house is wonderful. Fully equipped, extremely comfortable and very quiet neighborhood. Very close to Duke University and a lot of stores and restaurants. Yet feels very private and secluded. Don't think twice!
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2023