Waterfront vacation rentals in Durham County

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Top-rated waterfront rentals in Durham County

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Home in Prospect Hill

4.86 out of 5 average rating, 146 reviews

Sweet Summertime on the Lake: Modern Home near Hyc

Experience Scandinavian Modern styling on a wooded, natural lot, while nestled waterfront with a private dock. This home is located on a secluded water reservoir near Hyco Lake; compared to the bustle and noise at Hyco, our reservoir is only accessible to homeowners and is vastly more quiet, natural and untouched. If a peaceful vacation near the triangle is what you're looking for, this is the place to find it. Just a short drive from Hillsborough, Chapel Hill, Durham, Raleigh, Greensboro, Charl

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Home in Leasburg

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 113 reviews

Lakefront with Million Dollar Views on HYCO Lake

Get away from the stresses of life with this 3-Bedroom lakehouse with large boathouse. Sleeps 10 people in bedrooms and additional spaces on living room on couches. Breathtaking view of the lake and surrounding. Enjoy the water with included floating water mat or explore the area with our 2 kayaks and 2 paddle boards. Home features 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, spacious full kitchen, washer/dryer, fire pit, 1,000MBs WIFI, YouTube LiveTV, gas grill , whole house standby generator and other amenities.

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Home in Hurdle Mills

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 150 reviews

Farmhouse & pond on 4ac, 2BR/2BA, 4 beds

Spectacular farmhouse with a pond on 4 acres. Very private, peaceful, and comfortable. Located 8 mi from Hillsborough, (15-19 mi) to Duke University, Duke Hospital, University of NC, Chapel Hill, and Durham. Enjoy sitting on the dock and take in the nightly symphony of nature, cook outside on the flat grill, or just relax and watch the 75” flatscreen. Lumos internet/Wi-Fi with speeds from 700 mbps-1gbps. Enjoy YouTube TV, Netflix, Amazon, Paramount, etc. Accommodations for up to 6 people.

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Home in Leasburg

4.9 out of 5 average rating, 142 reviews

Lakefront | Kayaks| SUPs | Hot Tub | Boat Options

Optional brand new pontoon boat rental, see below for details! Enjoy a spacious 3200+ SF home with one of the best docks and views on the lake! Stunning water view, room for many and everything you need for a romantic weekend or large gathering of family and friends. Be ready to relax on the water - feel free to use the canoe, kayaks, stand-up paddle-boards, and much more! Unobstructed view for over half a mile right in front of the house! Peace and tranquility at its' finest. Close to VIR!

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Townhouse in Chapel Hill

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 120 reviews

Pristine 3 Bedroom Townhome - minutes to UNC

Experience a modern vacation rental with water views within minutes of UNC Chapel Hill and the research triangle! This 3-bed, 2.5-bath townhouse is located in a community that includes a grocery store, pharmacy, bank, and restaurants. Enjoy basketball and tennis courts, playgrounds, and walking trails, too! Nearby Jordan Lake provides swimming, kayaking, and fishing. After attending UNC events, visiting historic sites, or pursuing recreational endeavors, unwind in the private backyard garden.

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Place to stay in Semora

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 234 reviews

"The Modern Treehouse" on Hyco Lake

Super modern lake front property on Hyco Lake! I grew up vacationing on Hyco Lake as a child into my adult life and now love sharing those same experiences with my guests! My goal is not only to create a unique lake home but to also focus on the amenities that will create the ultimate LakeLife experience! The "Modern Treehouse" has incredible lake views from all sides of the property! The sunsets are surreal and are perfect for relaxing in the hottub, hammocks, boat dock or paddle boarding!

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Farm stay in Durham

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 234 reviews

Beautiful Farm stay 2 beds, 2 baths with office

Relax with your partner or bring the whole family to our peaceful 45 acre horse farm. We neighbor the Eno River and are centrally located in Northern Durham only 12 miles from Downtown. Come sit and enjoy our beautiful screened in porch that overlooks 2 scenic ponds and offers some of the best sunsets you’ve ever seen. This newly renovated farmhouse is beautifully decorated with 2 bedrooms, large master (king) and second bedroom (queen), office space has a sleeper sofa for additional guest.

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Home in Bahama

4.85 out of 5 average rating, 259 reviews

Cozy & relaxing cottage on the lake *Dog Friendly*

Cozy Lake cottage on the Little River Lake. Come relax on the porch with your coffee in the mornings or take an afternoon nap on the hammock. Fish for a little in the afternoon or go down to the Little River Lake Facility and rent a canoe. It’s the perfect get away that is still close to town and wonderful restaurants. Up to two well behaved and vaccinated dogs are welcome on the property. Dog fee $75 for up to two dogs. Sorry, no cats due to allergies. Swimming is not allowed in the lake.

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Apartment in Durham

4.81 out of 5 average rating, 220 reviews

Lakefront home. Apartment w/private entrance.

Beautiful lakefront home in Durham. Private entrance to one-bedroom apartment with queen bed, natural light, bath & kitchenette. Leather pull-out couch, desk with chair, sink, small fridge & microwave. Smart TV with Hulu, Netflix, YouTube TV, etc. Includes screened-in porch & outdoor patio dinning. Home backs up to lakefront trail for running and walking. Quiet neighborhood. Half way between Duke & UNC. 3 miles from Southpoint Mall. Pet friendly. Must be able to walk down a steep driveway.

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Home in Semora

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 110 reviews

Panoramic Lakefront Oasis at Hyco Pointe

Come enjoy everything that lake life has to offer at our oasis, Hyco Pointe! Built in 2004 with 3 bedrooms (master on main floor, two on second floor), our home is located on a pointe that has spectacular views with a secluded feel. Two living spaces with french doors leading to outdoor seating, including screened porch on upper level, large fire pit and grill on bottom hardscape. Gently sloping walkway to spacious dock with access to kayaks and paddle boards. Two smart TV's and WiFi.

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Guest suite in Raleigh

5 out of 5 average rating, 113 reviews

Private Riverfront Studio Raleigh Waterfront

Riverfront Studio Raleigh, located on the Neuse River. A private studio with its own deck and entrance. Your private studio has a king-size bed, a kitchenette with coffee, tea, a living area, bathroom with a shower. Have a beverage on the deck, or wander down to the dock at the river. Bring your kayak or canoe or fishing pole and launch/ fish from our backyard. Close to downtown, close to 540 and 440 for easy access all-around the triangle—very close access to Neuse River Greenway.

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Farm stay in Hurdle Mills

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 192 reviews

Luxury Retreat on Farm with Pool, Hot Tub, Fishing

LUXlife Best Luxury Country B&B Retreat in NC! 120 acres of peaceful farmland with an in-ground salt-water pool, hot tub, pergola, pastures, farm animals, fresh eggs, streams, woodlands, fishing, and hiking. Private hot tub at rental. The heated, salt-water pool and hot tub are located behind the owner's home. You’ll have total privacy. Wholesale pasture-raised Wagyu beef and lamb available at the farm as well as fishing in the stocked pond. Propane grill and pizza oven on your patio.

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Peaceful + Modern Private King Suite in Midtown

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 211 reviews1 week ago

Check in was very easy with the keypad. The space was really nice, especially the kitchenette with full size refrigerator. The bed is super soft and comfortable. The shower is a bit small, but it was fine for me and the water pressure was good. Even though it is a basement apartment, I barely heard any noise transfer from upstairs. I had a great stay and would definitely recommend.

Guest suite in Raleigh

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Architecturally Stunning Apartment

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 112 reviews1 month ago

Frank and Elle were exceptional hosts—kind, thoughtful, and truly welcoming. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at their beautiful home, which was filled with stunning art and offered breathtaking views. Thank you both for your incredible hospitality and generosity. You are hands down the best people we’ve had the pleasure of meeting!

Loft in Chapel Hill

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Spring is Magical at Greenhouse by Jordan Lake

4.83 out of 5 average rating, 124 reviews3 months ago

Peaceful, cozy, and inviting! Great host!! Carla’s place sits among pastures and when you imagine what a country farm should look like, this is what I see. The home is full of international antiques and delectable curios she has collected on her extensive travels. You instantly feel at home. The Green House has a fascinating history, too! Our gracious hosts, Carla and Craig, went out of their way to make us feel welcome! A wonderful place to unwind - I highly recommend!!

Farm stay in Apex

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Modern Lakefront Home (paddle-board, kayak, sauna)

4.85 out of 5 average rating, 65 reviews3 weeks ago

Ting's home was everything my family needed. The kitchen is equipped with everything you need to cook for a big family. Everyone was confortable and felt at home. There is something for everyone, it's truly a beautiful home with great energy. We hope to stay again on our next visit!

Home in Durham

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Center for Creative Balance cozy treetop retreat

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 162 reviews3 months ago

The Treehouse is a wonderfully cozy and comfortable place. The built-in wood cabinetry, the layout, and the furnishings all contribute nicely. We prepared several meals there using the modest but functional kitchen amenities. We know the Chapel Hill/Carrboro/Hillsborough area quite well, and this was a great location to use as a home base for our visit -- peaceful and quiet, but only 15-20 minutes from the places we wanted to visit in all three towns. Jim checked in with us to make sure everything was to our satisfaction. He was very friendly and also respectful of our privacy during the rest of our stay. This was a really great place for a couple and one child to spend some time together.

Treehouse in Hillsborough

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Blue Heron Hideaway on Hyco Lake w/ Private Pool!

4.84 out of 5 average rating, 31 reviews6 months ago

The home is beautiful, comfortable, clean, and spacious. The kitchens are well stocked and the cookware is in excellent condition. We appreciated the Bluetooth options for listening to music on the boat dock or by the pool. Lake Hyco is a pretty lake and we rented a pontoon boat one day to explore and enjoy being on the water. They delivered and picked up the boat from the dock at the house. Wonderful family memories as we celebrated my 60th birthday and we would love to return. I truly fell in love with lake living!

Home in Semora

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