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
Family friendly home 10 mins from Chapel Hill and Carrboro. Well-stocked kitchen, movie theater room, fireplace, and outdoor firepit for gathering and memory making. Our home sits on a secluded 3.5 acre lot where you'll see deer and other wildlife! Peaceful, serene, and relaxing, this home makes the perfect getaway.
KITCHEN Fully stocked kitchen complete with stainless steel appliances and dishwasher. Make and cook meals at home, or visit Chapel Hill, Carrboro, Pittsboro, or Saxapahaw's lovely restaurants for meals out.
MOVIE THEATRE ROOM A very large 85" TV surrounded by LaZ Boy recliners (with cup-holders) sits off the kitchen. Enjoy movie night or just watch your favorite shows on the big screen TV!
DINING ROOM & COCKTAIL BAR Enjoy a meal in the formal dining room. With seating for 6, this is a great place to gather. Enjoy an assortment of glasses as well as a cocktail shaker and wine chiller if you want to have beverages together.
SERENE SITTING ROOM A large and spacious sitting room sits at the entrance of the home. With plenty of seating for 6 around a tranquil fireplace, this room enjoys high vaulted ceilings and views of the woods.
HALF BATH A first floor half bathroom makes things easy. No need to use the 3 ensuite bathrooms (unless you want to) when you're gathered together.
MASTER BEDROOM The master bedroom is on the main floor and has its own large ensuite bathroom complete with soaking tub and walk-in shower. King bed and overhead fan for air flow. Pull the blackout curtains closed for a good night's rest.
UPSTAIRS QUEEN BEDROOM The upstairs queen bedroom has a TV, fireplace, and ensuite bath (shower-tub combination). Enjoy a dedicated workspace in this room if you want or need to work from home. We have a monitor with HDMI connection if you prefer a second screen.
UPSTAIRS BUNK ROOM The second bedroom upstairs has a twin-over-queen bunk bed and its own ensuite bathroom. Overhead fan for air movement. Blackout curtains. Perfect for kids - or adults can remove the ladded and use the queen bed, making this another room for single or couple travelers.
OUTDOOR FIREPIT Gather around the outdoor firepit on the front deck and enjoy views of the stars, the sound of birds chirping, and a cool Carolina breeze.
OUTDOOR GRILL The griller shown in one of the listing photos has since been removed, as it is no longer in working condition.
SHARED LAUNDRY We have shared laundry in the basement. You are welcome to do laundry here (we provide laundry detergent). Note that this space is also shared with our housekeepers and the downstairs guest suite that is rented separately (inquire if you'd like to rent out the ENTIRE house).
You'll have full and exclusive access of the home and the front fenced in yard. As noted elsewhere in the listing, we have a private guest suite downstairs that is rented separately. The laundry is shared. Each unit has its own parking and separate entrances on opposite sides of the home on different levels.
We'll be available if you need anything at all! Message us in the app.
DOWNSTAIRS GUEST SUITE We have a separate guest suite downstairs. This unit has its own separate entrance and parking in the back. You should not see or hear these guests unless you see each other in shared laundry.
NO SMOKING & NO PARTIES No smoking, absolutely no parties. Excessive noise that disturbs the neighbors will not be tolerated. Quiet hours from 10pm - 8am.
NO UNAUTHORIZED PETS. Pets allowed with pet fee of $75 and agreement to pet policy. All pets must be registered. Failure to register your pet will result in a $200 unauthorized pet fee.
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.
Property manager
Erin Lenhardt
Languages
English
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)
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
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
Chapel Hill, NC
What's nearby
Franklin Street
8 min drive - 4.6 miles
University of North Carolina
8 min drive - 4.8 miles
Kenan Stadium
11 min drive - 5.7 miles
UNC Medical Center
10 min drive - 5.2 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
McDonald's
11 min drive
Arby's
9 min drive
Wendy's
9 min drive
Burger King
7 min drive
Jersey Mike'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 Aug 6, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Carolina Cottage - Spacious UNC Family Home on Aug 8, 2025 start from $183.6, 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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