Cozy Family Home Near Duke w/Fire Pit | House in Durham

10.0 (17 Reviews) |   Pet Friendly   3 Bedrooms  2 Bathrooms  8 Guests
Durham House | Cozy Family Home Near Duke w/Fire Pit

3 Bedroom House in Durham

Relax in a charming, upscale retreat just minutes from Duke & downtown Durham.
Welcome to Casa Verde — a thoughtfully designed 3-bedroom bungalow in Durham’s historic West End neighborhood. Whether you’re visiting Duke, working remotely, or gathering with family, this home offers comfort, style, and an unbeatable location.
Enjoy fast Wi-Fi (600 Mbps), smart TVs in every room, a dedicated workspace, and a fully stocked kitchen. Unwind on the screened-in porch, gather around the new backyard firepit, or relax in the swinging chair under the lights.
🐾 Dog-friendly (crate required if left alone).

🏡 The Space
Spacious, modern, and welcoming — ideal for families, groups, or professionals.
• Sleeps up to 8 guests
• 3 bedrooms | 2 full bathrooms
• Bright open living areas
• High-end washer & dryer with fully stocked laundry room
• Parking for 4 cars + free street parking
🛋 Living Room
• Comfortable leather sleeper sofa (queen) — accommodates 2 additional guests
• Smart TV, cozy blankets, and plenty of seating
🛏 Bedrooms
Primary Suite
• King bed
• Blackout blinds
• Smart TV
• Dedicated desk
• Walk-in closet with luggage rack & hangers
• Ensuite bathroom
Bedroom 2
• Queen bed
• Blackout blinds
• Smart TV
• Closet with hangers & luggage rack
• Shared hallway bathroom
Bedroom 3
• Queen bed
• Blackout blinds
• Smart TV
• Hanging rack & luggage rack
• (Note: closet is used as a locked supply closet)

🔍 Amenities Guests Love
• 🍳 Fully stocked kitchen
• 📶 600 Mbps Wi-Fi
• 📺 Smart TVs in every bedroom + living room
• 🧺 Laundry room stocked with:
• detergent
• steamer
• lint rollers
• iron & board
• 🌿 Screened-in porch
• 🔥 Backyard with firepit & swing
• 🍔 Gas grill (propane provided)
• 🐾 Pet-friendly
• 🔐 Self check-in with smart lock
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family-Friendly Amenities
• 🛏️ Pack ’n Play
• 🪑 High chair
• 📚🧸 Children’s books & toys
• 🍽️ Children’s dinnerware
• 🍼 Baby bottles + bottle warmer
• 🧼 Baby sterilizer

📍 Location — Walkable & Central
Explore Durham easily from this prime West End location.
🚗 Short Drive
• Downtown Durham — 1.2 miles
• Duke University — 2.5 miles
• Duke Hospital — 2.6 miles
• Duke Gardens — 1.3 miles
• Nasher Museum of Art — 0.9 miles
🚶 Walk to Restaurants & Markets
• Grub Durham — 0.3 miles
• Da Kine’s Kava — 0.3 miles
• Isaac’s Bagels — 0.4 miles
• Durham Co-op Market — 0.3 miles
• Al-Taiba Halal Market — 0.4 miles
• Blue Point Yoga Center — approx. 0.6–0.7 miles (12–15 minute walk)
Offers a variety of classes, including heated (hot) yoga, vinyasa, slow flow, and yin.

🔐 Guest Access
You’ll have the entire home to yourselves for complete privacy and comfort.

ℹ️ Good to Know
• Dogs welcome (must be crated if left alone)
• Exterior security cameras for safety (no indoor cameras)
1. No smoking inside the property. No smoking in the patio. Smoking is allowed in the backyard.
2. No parties or events without preapproval.
3. Only pets allowed are dogs. Must be in a crate if left alone in the property.
4. No unregistered guests.
5. No loud noise past 9PM.
6. Check out is at 10:00am on date of departure / reservation end. Late check out can be requested ahead of time however no guarantees are made for approval as this is dependent on other reservations. A fee of $50/hour will be charged for guests who do not check out / leave property in time if they have not requested and been approved ahead of time for late check out.
7. Trash day is on Thursday. Please take the garage bins and recycling bins to the curb in the front of the property. A $50 fee will be charged if trash bins are not taken out as full bins affects the next guest.
8. No firearms inside the house.

Cozy Family Home Near Duke w/Fire Pit is located in Durham. Cozy Family Home Near Duke w/Fire Pit provides accommodation, featuring Security/Safety, Fireplace/Heating, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, among other amenities. This House features Security/Safety, Fireplace/Heating, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Cozy Family Home Near Duke w/Fire Pit has 3 Bedrooms , 2 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 8 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Durham has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Durham, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
Pet Friendly
TV
Balcony/Terrace
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Guest Services
Entertainment
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning
Bathrooms
  • Towels provided
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
Bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Dining table
  • Dining room
Kitchen
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher
  • Stovetop
  • Kitchen island
Laundry
  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat
  • Laundry facilities
Parking
  • Onsite parking
Pet Friendly
  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 total pets
Accessibility
  • No elevator (single level property)
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 stairs to reach property
  • Smoke-free property
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
Entertainment
  • Books
  • TV
  • Games
General
  • Spanish
  • English
  • Near a hospital
  • Desk chair
  • Office
  • Desk
Guest Services
  • Children's books
  • Highchair
  • Children's games
  • Children's dinnerware
  • Travel crib
  • Iron/ironing board
Internet
  • Free WiFi
Outdoors
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Balcony
  • Firepit
  • Fenced yard
Security/Safety
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • First aid kit

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 pm minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 am
Child Policy
Children are welcome.
Event Policy
Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties;maximum event attendees: 20
Pet Policy
2 total pets pets allowed service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees welcoming dogs only
Smoking Policy
Smoking is not permitted

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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property long-term renters welcome parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 20 safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed this property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room 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

Reviews

Deidre D.
Sep 28, 2025 11:17:12 PM
Review Score:   10
Summary: This is an outstanding property. Great location for all things Durham/Duke. We visited our son and had a great weekend. Very pet friendly and also clean and well-appointed. We hope to return for another visit soon.
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