In the heart of The Forest Hills area, this charming home near Duke and Downtown Durham offers a cozy retreat with a beautiful new kitchen, great outdoor space, and a fireplace. Just blocks away from amazing restaurants like Grub and Nana Steak.
Reviews
9.89.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air-conditioning
Outdoor space
The current price is AU$542
AU$542
includes taxes & fees
15 Mar - 16 Mar
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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.
Cozy Bull City Home*1.5 mi to Duke* Dog friendly
Cute and cozy home near Duke and Downtown Durham in The Forest Hills area. Amazing restaurants just a few blocks away! Very convenient to Duke Hospital and Duke University. Up to two well behaved dogs are welcome for a fee of $87/two dogs per stay. Sorry no cats allowed.
This charming home has 3 bedrooms (1king and 2 queen), 1.5 baths. Beautiful new kitchen. Great outdoor space. Fireplace.
Entire house.
I live in Durham and am just a phone call or text away.
Great restaurants just blocks away! Grub, Tyler's Taproom, Nana Steak, Tobacco Road Sports Bar all within 1.5 miles. 1.2 miles from Durham Performing Arts Center and 3.5 miles from Duke Hospital. Many parks within walking distance. Lyon Park is one block from the house. 1.5 miles to Duke East Campus and 2 miles to Duke Hospital. Great cozy home in a quiet neighborhood and convenient to everything!
Up to two behaved dogs are welcome for a fee of $87.00 per stay. No house parties!
The back yard can be soft if you get off of the rock driveway!! Do not pull around in a circle in the grass or you will get stuck. It is a pull in and pull out driveway only, not a turn around. Please do not park in the back if you are unable to pull back out. Early/late checkout-in/out possibly available for $50. No house parties and please respect the neighbors and the property. Please park behind the house or on the street (do not block the shared driveway).
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the house: WiFi
Parking and transport
Car recommended
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1.5 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Separate dining area
Entertainment
Games
TV
Outdoor areas
Firepit
Garden
Yard
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming dogs only
2 pets total
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In the city centre
Near a hospital
Near an outlet shopping centre
Things to do
Basketball nearby
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Hunting nearby
Motor boating nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing 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)
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
Rules
No parties! Results in eviction w/ no refund. Required rental agreement. Minimal renter age: 21 y.o. Unauthorized guests will incur $50/guest/day fee
Smoking in the home will result in a $400 fine. No local rentals allowed, unless approved by host. 3% CC surcharge on all bookings.
Check with us for pet friendly status and fee. No cats! 4WD is recommended in winter months; no refunds due to weather. Quiet hours: 10pm-8am
Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Note from host: $87 dog fee per stay/max 2 dogs. No cats allowed
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
Property is also known as
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About the area
Located in Durham, this holiday home is in the city centre. Durham Performing Arts Center and Sarah P. Duke Gardens are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Brightleaf Square and Northgate Mall. Museum of Life and Science and Waller Family Farm are also worth visiting. Waterskiing and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and hunting nearby. Visit our Durham travel guide
Is Cozy Bull City Home*1.5 mi to Duke* Dog friendly pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).
How much does it cost to stay at Cozy Bull City Home*1.5 mi to Duke* Dog friendly?
As of 14 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cozy Bull City Home*1.5 mi to Duke* Dog friendly on 15 Mar 2026 start from AU$542, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Cozy Bull City Home*1.5 mi to Duke* Dog friendly?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Cozy Bull City Home*1.5 mi to Duke* Dog friendly?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Cozy Bull City Home*1.5 mi to Duke* Dog friendly?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Cozy Bull City Home*1.5 mi to Duke* Dog friendly located?
Located in Forest Hills, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Forest Hills Park and Duke University. Pauli Murray Center for History and Social Justice and Durham Bulls Athletic Park are also within 1 mile (2 km). Durham Station is 25 minutes by foot.
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Cozy Bull City Home*1.5 mi to Duke* Dog friendly Reviews
Reviews
Exceptional
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We came to Durham to tour some colleges and this house was perfect! Very close to Duke and lots of great restaurants! The house was nice and had all the amenities we could need. Excellent stay!
This charming house is much bigger than it appears. Spacious bedrooms and great location made for a perfect stay! Lots of games and cute backyard too (no fence fyi if you are traveling with your dog)
The house was comfortable, very clean, with everything in working order. I appreciated the special touches for our dogs - a bed, blanket, and water and food dishes. We were only one block from our family who lives in Durham, and it was a great location for dog walking.
We traveled to the area as our daughter was having surgery at Duke Hospital. Andrea, our host was extremely accommodating to our needs. Our trip was longer than anticipated and Andrea was there to help us out each time. We could not be happier with this location and the great hospitality Andrea provided. This place will be our #1 with our next visit!
Gregory W.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
6/10 Okay
Nicholas C.
29 July 2023
Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Well run rental, with some issues
The house presents well with upgrades such as the gravel rear parking area, exterior paint, LVF flooring, and hand picked decor. The bedrooms are big, with comfortable beds. However, walking in the door you are hit with an unpleasant odor of mold/mildew covered with a heavy floral air freshener scent. The air freshener is so strong that it gives you a headache and permeates all your belongings. It has been two weeks since our stay and I still have clothing that I cannot get the smell out of. It’s in the air and seems to be sprayed on the bed linens as well.
Overall, it’s a nice place in what I would call a transitional neighborhood that seems a little dicey in parts. The living room was uncomfortable, with a couch past it’s useful life and a that TV needs to be about 20 inches larger, but it was decent enough for a short stay. The bedrooms are the best place in the house and very comfortable if it weren’t for the air freshener.
Great house in lovely residential neighborhood. Close to Duke’s campus. Stayed with our dog who loved the many parks within walking distance and the State Parks a short drive away.
Easy access, experienced professional owner, easy vehicle parking, close to Duke U and many golf courses. Great dining within minutes. Really comfortable beds and pillows. Great TV and YouTube tv access.
Location great, property very nice and house well laid out and very easy to be in and relax. Beds super comfortable and everything felt really nice which is unusual in a dog friendly rental! Super easy and clear check in process. Would def rent again!
Wonderful location and cute house. Perfect for our short stay to visit Duke and UNC. Great communication and seamless check in/check out.
Verified traveller
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Rachel G.
20 Apr 2019
Great little house!
We stayed for 4 nights while college touring NC with our daughter. Quiet location and cozy house - the owner is friendly and helpful. Would stay again.
We loved staying here over Easter Weekend. The house is perfect for a small group, including two not-so-small dogs. The neighborhood is friendly with a park just down the street. Easy access to just about anywhere you need to be in Durham and beyond.
Cute house for our overnight stay to check out Duke & Chapel Hill. It was a safe and quiet neighborhood, not far from campus.
Marcy H.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Sheldon S.
12 Mar 2019
Comfortable home. Beds are a little hard and no cable TV. Other than that it was a great stay.
Had an excellent time in NC. Went tri multiple basketball games. The house is in a decent neighborhood absolutely no issues getting around. Would stay here again.
We were 5 adults that really enjoyed the space.
3 Bedrooms and 1 1/2 bath was perfect for us.
Close to downtown.
Great communication.
Great price
Great time
Steve C.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
8/10 Good
Lauren G.
7 Nov 2018
Charming neighborhood and location
We were in town for a wedding at the Duke Chapel and the location of this home couldn't have been better. So convenient to many restaurants and shops. We had 4 adults and 2 infants and had plenty of space. Comfortable beds and linens, and very clean. Basic cable channels and an improved coffee machine would have been appreciated. Would rent again!
Lauren G.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018
10/10 Excellent
Crystal D.
4 Apr 2019
Lovely home for our weekend
Perfect home for the weekend. You must take a walk through Forrest Hills, it’s beautiful with so many birds, squirrels, and bunnies! Everything in the home was clean, shower water pressure was amazing!! I would definitely stay here again. My only suggestion is softer light bulbs to allow for more comfortable lighting at night. Neighborhood is quiet, close to everything.
Such a cozy home! It was well stocked with everything we needed for a short family getaway (as well as the extras for my dog that made this place special). We are looking forward to coming back!
Nice home, we work out of town and spend a lot of time at the houses we stay at when we’re not at work so the small tv in the living room and not having a tv in every room was a bummer but overall this was a pleasant stay. We also had to go buy a pot so we could make some spaghetti, the kitchen was mostly stocked with pots and pans but nothing to boil a large amount of water for something to feed five hungry guys.
We had a great stay, visiting for the weekend from Texas for my niece’s wedding. The house is clean and cute, plenty of room for us 2 adults and 3 teens, and beautiful, quiet neighborhood!