In Durham .Within 2 miles (3 km) of this Durham vacation home, you'll find Duke University Golf Club and Wallace Wade Stadium. Duke University and Cameron Indoor Stadium are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Durham Performing Arts Center - 8 min drive - 6.0 km
Getting around
Durham Station - 8 min drive
Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) - 22 min drive
Restaurants
Chick-fil-A - 4 min drive
McDonald's - 3 min drive
Starbucks - 3 min drive
Cookout - 4 min drive
Carolina Ale House - Durham - 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!
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
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 organized 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
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Note from host: NO parties/events/loud music/furniture rearranging For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.
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
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Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Douglas H.
4 Mar 2025
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.
Douglas H.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Douglas H.
13 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent
Superb property and location. 5 stars.
Douglas H.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kitselman N.
14 Dec 2024
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.
Kitselman N.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Darla C.
6 Oct 2024
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.
Darla C.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Mary Katherine S.
7 Jul 2024
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!
Mary Katherine S.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Matthew P.
29 Jun 2024
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.
Matthew P.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kathleen S., McLean VA
12 May 2024
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!
Kathleen S.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Doug H.
19 Apr 2024
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!
Doug H.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Bridget E.
12 Apr 2024
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.
Bridget E.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer C.
21 Feb 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Another perfect trip!
We are a Duke family and cannot express enough how much we love this house!!!!!
Jennifer C.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
norma G., Hackensack, NJ
18 Dec 2023
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.
norma G.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Angela B.
6 Dec 2023
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!
Angela B.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Heather W.
25 Oct 2023
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!
Heather W.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Joel T.
17 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice House
Great location to Duke. Very quiet and relaxing home. My family and I really enjoyed the stay.
Joel T.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Laertes M.
28 Aug 2023
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.
Laertes M.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Lynn B.
9 Aug 2023
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!
Lynn B.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Mary Katherine S.
24 Jun 2023
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!
Mary Katherine S.
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Robert R.
9 Jun 2023
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
Robert R.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Amie A.
22 May 2023
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!
Amie A.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Sue P.
15 May 2023
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.
Sue P.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
mary o.
21 Apr 2023
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.
mary o.
Stayed 12 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Andrea K.
28 Mar 2023
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!
Andrea K.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Virginia J.
3 Jan 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent experience
We found the Treehouse to be an immaculate, welcoming, comfortable and very “well-appointed” home-away-from home. Kitchen was very well equipped, beds and bedding were very comfortable— even luxurious! All in all, a wonderful stay!
Virginia J.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
Sue P.
27 Nov 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Thanksgiving get away
We loved our stay at the tree house! The house was spotless and had everything we needed for a fun family weekend. Sue the owner checked in to make sure we didn’t need anything. We can’t wait to stay again
Sue P.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
10/10 Excellent
Cristin W.
23 Oct 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Girls weekend
We had a great time. The house is gorgeous and in a fantastic location. The neighborhood is quiet and peaceful. It was the perfect place to unwind.