This charming 2 bedroom bungalow in the historic Watts Hospital-Hillandale neighborhood is thoughtfully appointed to delight your senses and anticipate your needs - from am coffee to full home cooking! Relax in your cozy Bull City home base, knowing you are just minutes from the beating heart of Downtown Durham.
Convenient to NCSSM, Duke’s East Campus, the Ninth Street retail district, I-85 and 147.
High speed internet & smart TV.
Thank you for reading the full house rules before booking!
We travel a lot, so you will probably not meet us! (In fact, you’re staying in the house because we’re not)
Most of your communications, though, will be with our friend Emily, our local co-host. She’s close by if anything comes up!
Historic Watts Hospital-Hillandale is one of Durham’s most sought-after neighborhoods, both for its history and prime location. The former Watts Hospital is now home to the prestigious North Carolina School of Science & Math (Go, Unicorns!). Club Boulevard, our main drag, is home to the best treats on Halloween, attracting thousands of costumed kiddos from all over Durham annually. This welcoming family neighborhood is also just a few blocks from the bustling 9th Street & Broad Street restaurant and shopping districts - your morning coffee, grocery shopping and dinner out are all within 1 mile.
We love that we can enjoy the peace and quiet on our street, and within a 15 minute walk be in the middle of everything.
You will have the entire home and yard to yourselves for the duration of the visit.
Watts Hospital-Hillandale is conveniently located and very walk-friendly, so you might not even need a car while you’re here! You'll be walking distance to coffee shops, restaurants, groceries and more.
Lyft/Uber/Scooters, etc are also prevalent around town.
If you do have your own vehicle, street parking in the neighborhood in free and plentiful.
This classic bungalow has been updated with modern systems while holding on to the retro features unique to its period. Thoughtfully decorated in an eclectic aesthetic, including artwork we’ve collected in our travels, the comfy appointments and warm colors make the home feel cozy.
Both bedrooms enjoy east facing windows to capture the rising sun. The larger bedroom includes a peaceful remote workspace. South facing windows bring all-day natural light into the living room and one bedroom. Built in bookcases and closets hold a variety of treasures, and also plenty of room for your own clothing and items.
Don’t let the retro fridge fool you - this stocked kitchen is prepared for anything you want to make, with a full gas range & oven, tea kettle, coffee maker and microwave. Plus, of course, the basic amenities for chopping, mixing and storing your meal. And plenty of wine glasses (Priorities!) The space has a separate dining room, where you and your group can enjoy relaxing meals. It can also serve as a remote workspace.
Relax in the comfy living room, where you can stream all your favorites on the Smart TV, play a board game or just cozy up with a good book! Feel free to browse our library of both books and games.
A washer & dryer are also available for your convenience.
Watts Hospital-Hillandale is conveniently located and very walk-friendly, so you might not even need a car while you’re here!
If you do have a vehicle, street parking is free and copious.
You’ll be walking distance to:
Broad Street (0.5mi Joe Van Gogh, historic Green Room, The Loop)
9th Street District (1mi, Elmo’s Diner, Vin Rouge, Juju, Dain’s Place, Monuts, Whole Foods, Harris Teeter and more!)
Just a bit further (easy bike/drive/Uber/Lyft):
DIY District (2.5mi, Fullsteam Brewery, Motorco, Geer Street Garden, Cocoa Cinnamon and more),
Brightleaf Square (2mi), and
Downtown Durham (3mi: Durham Performing Arts Center, Toast, Beyu Cafe, Ninth Street Bakery, Vert & Vogue and SO much more!).
You’re also close to groceries (1mi), Duke’s West Campus, Hospital and the VA (all 1.5-2mi)
Feeling the need to get outside and move? You’re 1 mile from Duke’s East Campus with its 1.75mi gravel loop; 0.4mi to the Ellerbee Creek Nature Trail & 17 Acre Wood; 1 mile to the public Hillandale Golf Course. Check out the Durham Hike and Bike Map online or in your Welcome Basket for a complete guide to Durham’s 80+ trails and parks.
As you plan your travel to, from and around the Triangle, some helpful distances:
RDU Airport is 17 miles (about 20-25 minutes) away
Durham Amtrak, Bus Station and MegaBus pick up are 2.5mi away
I-85 and NC-147 are both within 2 miles
It’s easy to get to Raleigh (25mi), Chapel Hill (9mi), or RTP (10mi) with a car, cab or Lyft/Uber.
Please note: Due to the ongoing pandemic, guests are expected to abide by CDC/WHO guidelines, as well as all North Carolina and Durham Covid-19 guidelines. Durham is currently under an indoor mask mandate. Many private restaurants and arts venues are requiring proof of vaccination to enter. Full up-to-date orders can be seen at ncdotgov.
We do ask that guests are relatively quiet after 9 PM, as a courtesy to neighbors. Parties and loud groups are not permitted. Thanks for helping us be good neighbors.
Smoking or vaping of any substances is not permitted on the property.
Pets are not permitted.
