Min’s to Duke! Cozy 5Br| Fun Deck | BBQ + Cornhole
Durham, NC, United States
Welcome to The Rock House Retreat — a bright, modern 5-bedroom, 3.5-bath luxury home offering space, style, and comfort just minutes from Duke University, DPAC, and the Ninth Street District. Perfect for families, traveling professionals, or groups visiting Durham for work, sports, or leisure. Enjoy an open-concept living area with a leather sectional, large Smart TV, and plenty of natural light. The fully equipped chef’s kitchen features stainless steel appliances and an island w/ bar seating.
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Upstairs, unwind in five comfortable bedrooms: Primary Suite: King bed + workspace + ensuite bath with tub Bedrooms 2 & 3: Queen beds Bedrooms 4: 2x Queen beds Bedroom 5: Full under Twin bunkbed — ideal for kids or extra guests Every bed is outfitted with premium linens and hotel-grade comfort. 🌿 Outdoor Spaces Step onto your balcony deck to grill, dine, or relax with treetop views. In the fenced backyard, enjoy cornhole and lawn games under the lights — the perfect end to a day in Durham. 💻 Tech & Amenities ✔ FAST Wi-Fi for work or streaming ✔ Smart TVs in living area and primary bedroom ✔ Yale smart lock for easy self check-in ✔ Central A/C & heating ✔ BBQ grill & outdoor dining set ✔ Washer & dryer in unit 🌇 Location Highlights Prime central location — walk or drive to Durham’s best: 🚶♂️ Ninth Street District (1.5 mi) – shops, cafés & local vibe 🎭 DPAC (1 mi) – Broadway & concerts ⚾ Durham Bulls Ballpark (0.8 mi) 🎓 Duke University & Gardens (1.3 mi) 🍽️ Downtown restaurants & breweries (< 10 min) Quiet neighborhood + quick access = the best of both worlds. 💬 Guest Favorites “The space was immaculate and huge — perfect for our family visit to Duke.” “Loved the BBQ deck and backyard games after a day downtown.” “Super easy check-in and amazing communication from the host.” 🔑 Guest Access Guests have exclusive use of the entire home, patio, and backyard. Entry via smart lock self check-in. Free parking in driveway and on street. 🧹 Other Things to Note Professionally cleaned between each stay for hotel-quality freshness. No parties or smoking. 💼 Ideal For ✅ Duke families & medical professionals ✅ Corporate relocations or traveling teams ✅ Wedding groups & extended family stays ✅ Long weekend getaways & durations up to 30 days
Other Details to Note
Here are the nearby grocery stores, restaurants, and attractions ∭ Grocery Stores ∭ ✸ Whole Foods Market ⋗ Address: 621 Broad St, Durham, NC 27705, United States ⋗ Approx. 1.4 miles away ✸ Harris Teeter ⋗ Address: 2107 Hillsborough Rd, Durham, NC 27705, United States ⋗ Approx. 1.8 miles away ✸ Food Lion ⋗ Address: 2930 W Main St, Durham, NC 27705, United States ⋗ Approx. 2.8 miles away ✸ Compare Foods ⋗ Address: 1233 University Dr, Durham, NC 27707, United States ⋗ Approx. 0.9 miles away ∭ Restaurants ∭ ✸ Mezcalito Durham ⋗ Cuisine: Mexican ⋗ Address: 706 Ramseur St, Durham, NC 27701, United States ⋗ Approx. 1.4 miles away ✸ Dame's Chicken & Waffles ⋗ Description: Easygoing spot offering classic waffle combinations, plus vegan, sweet potato & gingerbread options. ⋗ Address: 530 Foster St #130, Durham, NC 27701, United States ⋗ Approx. 1.5 miles away ✸ It's a Southern thing - Downtown Durham ⋗ Description: Restaurant & bar serving elevated Southern fare in an industrial-chic space with an open kitchen. ⋗ Address: 605 W Main St, Durham, NC 27701, United States ⋗ Approx. 1.1 miles away ✸ GRUB Durham ⋗ Description: An old gas station turned Southern eatery with a rooftop bar, serving classic bites & milkshakes. ⋗ Address: 1200 W Chapel Hill St, Durham, NC 27701, United States ⋗ Approx. 0.6miles away ✸ Alpaca ⋗ Cuisine: Peruvian ⋗ Address: 703A 9th St, Durham, NC 27705, United States ⋗ Approx. 1.5 miles away ✸ Cosmic Cantina ⋗ Cuisine: Mexican ⋗ Description: Organic Mexican eats plus beer & margaritas served in casual, cozy digs with very late-night hours. ⋗ Address: 1920 Perry St, Durham, NC 27705, United States ⋗ Approx. 1.6 miles away ✸ Heavenly Buffaloes ⋗ Description: Casual hub for chicken & vegan wings tossed in a variety of sauces at every spice level. ⋗ Address: 1807 W Markham Ave, Durham, NC 27705, United States ⋗ Approx. 1.6 miles away ✸ Guglhupf Restaurant ⋗ Description: Vibrant cafe serving seasonal German fare, baked goods & drinks in an open, airy venue. ⋗ Address: 2706 Durham-Chapel Hill Blvd, Durham, NC 27707, United States ⋗ Approx. 2.0 miles away ∭ Attractions ∭ ✸ Ninth Street District ⋗ Description: A vibrant area known for its eclectic mix of shops, restaurants, and local charm, just a 5-minute walk away. ⋗ Address: 728 9th St, Durham, NC 27705, United States ⋗ Approx. 1.6 miles away ✸ Durham Bulls Athletic Park ⋗ Description: Home of the Durham Bulls baseball team, offering exciting games and events (8 min drive). ⋗ Address: 409 Blackwell St, Durham, NC 27701, United States ⋗ Approx. 0.8 miles away ✸ American Tobacco Campus ⋗ Description: A historic site turned modern office and entertainment complex with dining, shopping, and cultural events (10 min drive). ⋗ Address: 300 Blackwell St #104, Durham, NC 27701, United States ⋗ Approx. 0.9 miles away ✸ Durham Performing Arts Center (DPAC) ⋗ Description: Premier venue for Broadway shows, concerts, and other live performances (10 min drive). ⋗ Address: 123 Vivian Street, Durham, NC 27701, United States ⋗ Approx. 1.0 mile away ✸ Duke University ⋗ Description: Prestigious university known for its beautiful campus and notable landmarks like Duke Chapel (13 min drive). ⋗ Approx. 1.3 miles away ✸ Museum of Life and Science ⋗ Description: Interactive museum with exhibits on science, nature, and technology, including a butterfly house and outdoor park (15 min drive). Address: 433 W Murray Ave, Durham, NC 27704, United States ⋗ Approx. 3.5 miles away ✸ Sarah P. Duke Gardens ⋗ Description: Expansive botanical garden offering serene walking paths, beautiful floral displays, and educational programs (15 min drive). ⋗ Address: 420 Anderson St, Durham, NC 27708, United States ⋗ Approx. 1.4 miles away
What this place offers
Common
- Air conditioning
- Cleaning products
- Cooking basics Pots and pans, oil, salt and pepper
- Dishes and silverware
- Dryer In the building, free or for a fee
- Essentials Towels, bed sheets, soap, toilet paper, and pillows
- Hair dryer
- Heating Central heating or a heater in the listing
- Kitchen Space where guests can cook their own meals
- Dedicated workspace
- TV
- Washing Machine In the building, free or for a fee
- Wifi
Bathroom
- Bathtub
- Body soap
- Conditioner
- Hot Water
- Shampoo
- Shower gel
Bedroom and laundry
- Bed linens
- Drying rack for clothing
- Extra pillows and blankets
- Hangers
- Iron
- Room-darkening shades
- Clothing storage
What this place offers
Common
- Air conditioning
- Cleaning products
- Cooking basics Pots and pans, oil, salt and pepper
- Dishes and silverware
- Dryer In the building, free or for a fee
- Essentials Towels, bed sheets, soap, toilet paper, and pillows
- Hair dryer
- Heating Central heating or a heater in the listing
- Kitchen Space where guests can cook their own meals
- Dedicated workspace
- TV
- Washing Machine In the building, free or for a fee
- Wifi
Bathroom
- Bathtub
- Body soap
- Conditioner
- Hot Water
- Shampoo
- Shower gel
Bedroom and laundry
- Bed linens
- Drying rack for clothing
- Extra pillows and blankets
- Hangers
- Iron
- Room-darkening shades
- Clothing storage
Family
- Board games
Heating and cooling
- Ceiling fan
Home safety
- Fire extinguisher
- First aid kit
- Smoke detector
Kitchen and dining
- Baking sheet
- Barbecue utensils
- Blender
- Coffee
- Coffee maker
- Dining table
- Dishwasher
- Freezer
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Stove
- Toaster
- Wine glasses
Location features
- Private entrance Separate street or building entrance
Outdoors
- BBQ grill
- Garden or backyard
- Outdoor seating
- Patio or balcony
Parking and facilities
- Free parking on premises
- Free street parking
Services
- Cleaning before checkout
- Long term stays allowed Allow stay for 28 days or more
Accessibility and Availability
Neighborhood
Guest Access
Yale electronic locks enable easy access to property!
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Durham, NC, United States
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