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Carolina Cottage - Spacious UNC Family Home

Family-friendly vacation home in Chapel Hill with a fitness center

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Take advantage of a firepit, a garden, and an arcade/game room at Carolina Cottage - Spacious UNC Family Home. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as laundry facilities and a gym.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

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3 bedrooms4 bathrooms2247 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Gym

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About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Carolina Cottage - Spacious UNC Family Home

Located on a secluded 3.5-acre wooded lot, this 3BR / 3.5BA Chapel Hill retreat is a peaceful, family-friendly escape thoughtfully managed by me and my team at The Brighthouse, local hospitality experts known for warm, elevated guest experiences. With a well-stocked kitchen, formal dining area, vaulted living room with fireplace, and private home theater, there’s space to spread out and connect. Each bedroom features an ensuite bath and blackout curtains for restful nights, while the large deck with a firepit invites stargazing and storytelling. Just 10 minutes from Carrboro and UNC, this home is ideal for family getaways, college visits, or relaxing nature-filled weekends.

✨ Key Features
- 3.5 private wooded acres with frequent deer sightings
- Movie room with 85" TV and La-Z-Boy recliners
- Fully stocked chef’s kitchen with stainless appliances
- Cocktail bar with glassware and wine chiller
- Outdoor firepit with Adirondack seating
- Vaulted ceilings, fireplace, and natural light in main living space
- High-speed WiFi and Smart TVs
- Washer/dryer and dedicated workspace
- Pet-friendly (see Other Things to Note for fee)

✨ Layout Overview
- Primary Bedroom (Main Floor): King bed, ensuite bath with soaking tub and glass shower, blackout curtains
- Second Bedroom (Upstairs): Queen bed, TV, fireplace, ensuite with tub/shower combo, dedicated workspace with HDMI monitor
- Third Bedroom (Upstairs): Twin-over-queen bunk bed, ensuite bath, fan, blackout curtains
- Half Bath (Main Floor): Convenient access for shared living spaces
- Living Areas: Formal dining room (seats 6), spacious sitting room with fireplace, fully equipped kitchen, and breakfast bar
- Basement (Optional Add-on): Separate guest suite with kitchenette and bathroom (available upon request)

✨Outdoor Space
- Large front deck with firepit and Adirondack chairs for stargazing and gathering
- Surrounded by forested landscape offering privacy and tranquility
- Multiple outdoor seating areas for morning coffee or evening cocktails
- Ample parking in private driveway

✨ Pets
Pets allowed with pet fee and agreement to pet policy. All pets must be registered. Failure to register your pet will result in a $250 unauthorized pet fee. We charge $75 per pet.

✨ Cancellations
The cancellation policy applies to all bookings. An additional $150 cancellation fee will be charged to cover credit card processing and admin fees on all cancellations.

✨ Renter's Agreement
A signed renter's agreement is required for all reservations, as well as a picture of a government-issued photo ID and a picture of your credit card used to book showing only the last 4 digits and your name. This is to prevent credit card fraud and is meant to protect you as the renter and us as hosts.

✨ Deposit
We require a $500 deposit for each reservation, which will be processed 3 days before your arrival. As long as there is no unexpected damage to the home, deposits are automatically refunded in full in 7 days.

Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Foosball table
  • Gym
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,247 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Contactless check-in available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

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
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 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 transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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About the neighborhood

Located in Chapel Hill, this vacation home is in a rural area. Franklin Street and Horace Williams House are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Carolina Outdoor Education Center and Finley Golf Course. Traveling with kids? Consider Morehead Planetarium and Coker Arboretum. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Chapel Hill, NC

What's nearby

  • Franklin Street - 8 min drive - 4.6 miles
  • University of North Carolina - 8 min drive - 4.8 miles
  • UNC Medical Center - 10 min drive - 5.2 miles
  • Kenan Stadium - 11 min drive - 5.7 miles
  • Dean Smith Center - 11 min drive - 6.3 miles

Getting around

  • Durham Station - 31 min drive
  • Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Beer Study Carrboro - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Arby's - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Carolina Cottage - Spacious UNC Family Home pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Carolina Cottage - Spacious UNC Family Home?

As of Sep 30, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Carolina Cottage - Spacious UNC Family Home on Oct 1, 2025 start from $139.52, excluding 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.

Where is Carolina Cottage - Spacious UNC Family Home located?

This family-friendly Chapel Hill vacation home is located in a rural location, 2 mi (3.3 km) from Quailview Recreation Area, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Carrboro Farmers Market and Franklin Street. University Lake and Grovepark are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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