Seasonal garden and fire feature enhance relaxation. Outdoor lighting available.
Gas grill
Guests enjoy access to the upstairs via the front door entrance. Hosts use the downstairs via  a separate entrance when in Raleigh.
King Sleigh bed with bathroom suite
Queen bed
Twin over full bunk bed
Large Living room open to kitchen and dining room
Dining room attached to kitchen
Open entertainment area
Open Living room is bright with eastern light.  Comfortable sectional sofas hide a twin sleeper bed. 50 inch Roku tv with streaming channels for your viewing entertainment.
50 inch Roku TV has great sound for movies or sports or shows.
The multi-level decks are just a step away. Back porch views the brick patio and seasonal garden.
Covered deck patio
King sized bed with Roku TV.
The master bedroom has an ensuite bathroom
Large kitchen countertop is great for buffet service and extra seating for meals.
King suite bathroom
Open kitchen is spacious and easy to navigate. New appliances include a stackable laundry center and microwave, dishwasher, stove and fridge. The  kitchen window faces west and looks out onto the deck
Dining room, kitchen, and living room are unified. Enjoy hanging out, preparing meals and eating with your group. Plenty of space!
Our kitchen has plenty of space for everyone to prepare meals and visit.
The Sectional sofas are so comfy!
Life in Raleigh! NC has so many beautiful days just for sitting and relaxing. Lots of birds visit the backyard. Frogs jump in the fish pond. Fire features are below on the brick patio and above on the upper deck.
A few more steps to the propane grill and fire feature.
The upper deck is the perfect setting for relaxing.
The flower garden is seasonal and in winter there may not be more to see than fish in the pond! However, it springs to life in April and blooms into the fall.
Large screen smart TV
Open living room to kitchen and dining room
Twin over Full bunk room
Dining for 6
Bathroom in the Hall features a tub/shower combination. Plenty of towels for your group. We also offer travel sized shampoo/conditioner and body wash.
Open living room for entertainment
Full kitchen stocked with cookware, utensils, dishes, blender, coffee maker (with enough coffee, cream, and sugar for the first morning). Laundry center is easily accessible and has a few laundry supplies for your stay.
Full Large Kitchen
Fish pond
Fire feature on the brick patio.
Guests enjoy the upstairs, 3 bed/2 bath of this brick home. The front door is the main entrance. Parking is on the rocks in the driveway.

Cheerful Family-Friendly Home: Ample Outdoor Space - Raleigh

8 guests
3 bedrooms
2 bathrooms
1330 Sqft
Vacation HomeEntire place
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About this place

Cheerful Family-Friendly Home: Ample Outdoor Space

Welcome to your home away from home in Raleigh! This newly remodeled 1330 sq. ft. brick home is centrally located and perfect for resting after exploring the city.

The modern, family-friendly home boasts a fully-equipped kitchen with granite countertops and stainless steel appliances, a convection oven, and gas stovetop with 4 burners and a griddle burner. The family dining room has a table that seats 8 and there's a laundry center in the kitchen.

The upstairs guest space features 3 bright and comfortable bedrooms, including a king-sized bed, queen-sized bed, double bed, twin bed, and a twin sleeper sofa. Each bedroom has a Roku TV, room darkening curtains, extra seating, a chest of drawers, clothes bar in the closet, and extra blankets. The master bedroom has an en suite bathroom with a 4 ft. by 4 ft. shower, while the second bathroom in the hallway features a tub/shower.

Enjoy the multi-level decks and brick patio, complete with two fire features, a fish pond, and seasonal garden. Perfect for coffee in the morning or sharing a meal outside, these outdoor spaces are beautifully lit at night. The backyard is spacious enough for stretching out, while a Pack and Play, crib sheets, high chair, and baby safety gate are available for families.

Located in a calm and safe family-friendly neighborhood, the property is just 15 minutes from downtown Raleigh, PNC Arena, Dorothea Dix Park, and the NC State Fairgrounds and Farmer's Market. Within a mile or two of the house, guests will find plenty of shopping and dining options, including Sam's Club, At Home store, Lowe's, Food Lion, and Walmart Supercenter.

Guests are welcome to park in the driveway and access the upstairs of the house through the front door. The hosts live downstairs when they're in Raleigh, while guests have full access to the upstairs living room, kitchen, and dining room. The front porch and driveway are well-lit, and guests can enjoy access via a smart lock.

Sleeping configuration

Master

1 king bed

Bedroom 2

1 queen bed

Bunk Room

1 bunk bed

Living Room

1 rollaway bed

What this place offers

52 Amenities
Washing Machine
Iron & Board
Hair Dryer
Linens Provided
Full Kitchen
Oven
Private Garden
Fire Pit
High Speed Internet
Laptop friendly workspace
Smart TV
Security Cameras
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Nearby activities

16
Golf
Miniature Golf
Tennis
Cycling
Swimming
Fishing
Basketball
Hotairballooning

Property Suitability

Please review these important guidelines to ensure this property meets your needs and expectations.

Child friendly

We offer a pack'n'play for little ones, a high chair (Foldable style) and a few toys for littl ones.
  • Children's books and toys
  • Crib/Pack 'n Play
  • High chair

No events allowed

Raleigh does not allow Short Term Rentals to host events

No smoking allowed

There is no smoking or vaping permitted on the property. Smoking will incur a $200 fee and a cancelation of the booking

No Parking

Parking is offered in the driveway. Please be mindful of neighbors if you need to park in the street, not to block driveways. Guests may park on both sides of the driveway.

Meet the Host

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John

Owner

English , Spanish
We are a couple with four children and a love for the Smoky Mountains. We are developing a hospitality business in the Smoky Mountains, including luxury cabins, small cabins, and a glamping campground (HospitableHomes.com) We have a passion for travel; having explored Mexico and Central and South America, we aspire to visit Europe, Africa, and the Mediterranean. Our homeschooled children go with us wherever we go. As followers of Jesus, we believe in the Biblical principle of hospitality and aim to embody it in our business and personal lives. We like the out of doors but hate the heat. We should probably live in Alaska. We try to live life to its fullest with our kids in tow.
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Member Since
November 2019

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Scenic views

Overlooks a pond across the street, has seasonal garden and water feature
Lake view

Location

This location is 6 miles from downtown, 1.5 miles to the 440 beltline and 2 miles to I-540.
City

Getting around

Our location offers easy access to public transportation with the bus line just a few blocks away. Downtown Raleigh is only an 8-minute drive from our place, where you can find the Duke Energy Center and Red Hat Amphitheatre, the Convention Center, and the State Farmers Market. NC State University is also just a few miles from downtown.

The inner belt (440) line is only 1.5 miles away, and it's only a 10-minute drive to Carter Finley Stadium, PNC Arena, and the North Carolina State Fairgrounds. The outer belt line (540) is 5 miles away, and it takes only 15 minutes to reach RDU Airport and the Research Triangle Park.

There are plenty of shopping options nearby, including three Walmarts within 5 miles and the Triangle Town Center Mall. You can find large chain restaurants within 5 miles, as well as many local ones.

If you're looking to explore beyond Raleigh, Cary, Apex, Knightdale, and Morrisville are just a 20-minute drive away. Durham and Chapel Hill are 30-50 minutes away, where

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Policies & Rules

Check-In
4PM
Flexible timing
Check-Out
11AM
Standard
Max Guests
8 People
Including infants
Min Age
21
Primary renter
Not Allowed
Pets • Smoking • Parties

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