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Luxe 3BR Min to Duke, Downtown, Hospitals, NCCU & DPAC• Firepit & Sleeps 6

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A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and a central island. - Luxe 3BR Min to Duke, Downtown, Hospitals, NCCU & DPAC• Firepit & Sleeps 6 (Durham)
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A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a central island, and a dining area with blue chairs. - Luxe 3BR Min to Duke, Downtown, Hospitals, NCCU & DPAC• Firepit & Sleeps 6 (Durham)
A modern living room with a beige sofa, two blue armchairs, a round mirror, and a wooden ladder with a towel. - Luxe 3BR Min to Duke, Downtown, Hospitals, NCCU & DPAC• Firepit & Sleeps 6 (Durham)
A two-story house with a front porch, a visible staircase, and a driveway. - Luxe 3BR Min to Duke, Downtown, Hospitals, NCCU & DPAC• Firepit & Sleeps 6 (Durham)
Luxe 3BR Min to Duke, Downtown, Hospitals, NCCU & DPAC• Firepit & Sleeps 6 provides laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

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8.0 out of 10
Very good

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathrooms117 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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About this property

Luxe 3BR Min to Duke, Downtown, Hospitals, NCCU & DPAC• Firepit & Sleeps 6

  • Welcome to The Essex Doorstep your ideal Durham Base for Work, Family, or Long stays (30–90+ days). Centrally located minutes from Duke University & Hospital, NCCU, UNC, Downtown Durham, RTP, and RDU. Designed for contractors, healthcare professionals, students, families, and remote workers. Enjoy Self Check-in, Fast Wi-Fi, a fully equipped kitchen, in-unit laundry, cozy bedrooms, private patio, and fire pit in a quiet residential neighborhood built for comfort and convenience.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited housekeeping

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 1,260 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 22

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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 the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Primary guest must be 25+. Early or late checkout is by approval only at $50/hour; unapproved late checkout incurs fees.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Long-term renters welcome
Seniors-only community
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 and a first aid kit
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

About the neighborhood

Located in Durham, this vacation home is in the city center and near theme parks. Travelers who have shopping on the agenda can visit Brier Creek Commons and Streets at Southpoint Mall. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Durham Bulls Athletic Park or McDougald-McLendon Gymnasium. Kayaking and water tubing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with rock climbing and horse riding nearby. Visit our Durham travel guide
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What's nearby

  • A large Gothic-style cathedral with intricate stonework and multiple spires.
    Duke University
    6 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Wheels Fun Park
    1 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Geer Cemetery
    2 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Triangle Brewing Company
    3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • North Carolina Central University
    5 min drive - 4.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    4 min drive
  • McDonald's
    3 min drive
  • Subway
    3 min drive
  • Waffle House
    4 min drive
  • Alpaca Peruvian Charcoal Chicken
    4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Luxe 3BR Min to Duke, Downtown, Hospitals, NCCU & DPAC• Firepit & Sleeps 6 pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Luxe 3BR Min to Duke, Downtown, Hospitals, NCCU & DPAC• Firepit & Sleeps 6?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Luxe 3BR Min to Duke, Downtown, Hospitals, NCCU & DPAC• Firepit & Sleeps 6?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Luxe 3BR Min to Duke, Downtown, Hospitals, NCCU & DPAC• Firepit & Sleeps 6 located?

Located in the heart of Durham, this vacation home is 1 mi (1.7 km) from Wheels Fun Park and 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Duke University. Geer Cemetery and Triangle Brewing Company are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
The property is comfortable and nice and the firepit in the backyard is a bonus. Communication with the hosts were easy and they answered quickly to any questions or concerns we had.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026