Wake Forest is a charming, quaint town in North Carolina with a rich culture and plenty of exciting things to do. It’s only half an hour away from North Carolina’s capital, Raleigh. Thrill seekers will find many campsites in and around Raleigh.
One of the wonders of a small town like Wake Forest is how each local treats one another like family. If it’s something you want to experience for yourself, Wake Forest is always open; from scenic hiking to trying local cuisines and the nightlife. If it’s a getaway you’re after, you might come to love the serenity and the tranquility Wake Forest offers. It truly is a destination worthy of your visit. To make the most of your stay, check out our list of the best Airbnb vacation rentals in Wake Forest, North Carolina.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 09, 2024.
1. Elegantly furnished house near downtown (from USD 137)
Enjoy a pleasant stay in this well-appointed house in a peaceful neighborhood only 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from downtown. There are several restaurants within walking distance of the property. When you feel like dining in, use the fully equipped kitchen to whip up delicious recipes. On the furnished back patio, you can enjoy a cup of tea or a glass of wine in the serenity of the lush greenery around you.
Stream movies and shows using high-speed Wi-Fi. You can also watch TV or play board games for fun and entertainment. Relax and unwind with a soothing soak in the bathtub.
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the beds were super comfy and the heated toilet seats were heavenlywe stayed 2 nights along with my sister and her husband and felt very comfortableCleanliness:
the place was clean and cozyher place was very clean and we felt right at home1st the house is upper clean and updated with everything you needvery clean comfortable living and perfect locationvery cute house clean and comfy and in a nice areaHost:
debra was a wonderful hostdebra was a great host and we enjoyed wake forestdebra was super helpful and provided tons of info up front and was responsive when we neededdebra was so friendly and communicative from the time of the reservation up to the time of check indebra was very accessible and very responsive although she was on vacationRead more reviewsLocation:
perfect location near downtown wake forestdebra’s property is fantastic the location is great and within walking distance to the quaint wake forest downtowncute quiet and comfortable two-bedroom house in wake forest super close and walkable to downtown wake forestvery close to where we needed to be and debra was great to work withthis place is perfect in many ways
2. Charming 1901 house with barbecue grill and fire pit (from USD 130)
A delightful stay awaits you at this historic house with contemporary amenities. It is ideally located only two minutes from downtown. In addition to a prominent location, it offers the perk of free parking on the premises.
Spend a fun-filled afternoon barbecuing smoky, juicy meats on the grill. You can also prepare culinary delights in the fully functional kitchen and enjoy alfresco dining. In the evening, gather around the fire pit in the backyard and roast marshmallows under the canopy of stars. You can entertain yourself with the HDTV and Wi-Fi available. Draw in a bubble bath at the end of the day and let all your worries wash away.
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kate is a wonderful host extremely communicative and proactiveRead more reviewsLocation:
peaceful location and quiet neighborhood
3. Lovely three-story home in a serene neighborhood (from USD 800)
This is a three-story home in a serene neighborhood that welcomes group travelers. Featuring white brick walls together with a stairway leading to the front door, this lovely home features massive bedrooms. With its 6 queen-sized beds, up to 12 guests can have a good nights’ sleep. Everything inside the house is in pristine condition, from its expansive living room filled with leather couches to its four full bathrooms. The kitchen and dining areas are well-equipped and fully functional. The best part? You’ll have an expansive front yard to roam around and a scenic trail behind the home.
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would easily fit 6 guests with plenty of sitting rooms and a beautiful back decklots of room for our family to relaxthis was a beautiful home with plenty of room to spread outrosemary has a beautiful home with plenty of room for large groupskitchen fully equipped and 6 beautiful decorate rooms (each in its on unique way)Cleanliness:
communication is practically instant and the house is always clean and welcomingspacious clean comfortable and beautifulthe house is well maintained clean and an overall joy to stay intastefully furnished and sparklingly clean i'd be very comfortable hosting fancy guests there" rosemary's place was extremely clean with no odors the linen was tighty everything was easily accessibleHost:
the owner is incredibly responsivethe house was clean and tidy our host rosemary was most timely in responding to our questionsRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is in a very good neighborhoodthe neighborhood pool was close by & cleani rented the location to host my family on our trip to the state fair
4. Modern cottage for two (from USD 82)
This is a newly designed cottage ideal for a getaway for two. Located in the charming area of Wake Forest, this one-bedroom apartment is the perfect place to spend a day or two with your special someone. It’s homey and has a lot of spaces for you to roam around. One of the things to love about this place, apart from its great location, is its interior and furnishing. Everything you’ll find inside is up-to-date and in excellent condition. The living room is cozy, the kitchen comes with a stool bar, and the dining space is perfect for a romantic dinner.
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a cozy inviting cottage immaculate and well appointedi enjoyed the privacy and birds singing in the back yard every morning with my breakfastCleanliness:
comfortable very clean and has a peaceful feelingtheir places are so comfortable and cleanher house is beautiful comfortable spotless and quietbonnie was very communicative and the house was very cozy and clean very nice neighborhoodbonnie's place is just lovely sparkingly clean quiet restful and had lovely personal touchesRead more reviewsHost:
bonnie is an exceptional gracious host who is very interested in taking care of whatever you needaaron and bonnie are great hostsbonnie is a fantastic host and responds to texts promptlybonnie is responsive helpful and kind in that southern way that i missfriendly neighbors in a quiet neighborhood
5. Six-bedroom white home with an open deck
Planning to take a trip to Wake Forest with your set of friends? Looking for an Airbnb accommodation in Wake Forest big enough for all of you? Worry no more. We know just the right place for you. This 6-bedroom home containing 11 queen-sized beds can comfortably sleep up to 16 guests. Upon setting foot, you’ll notice how clean and well-lit the entire place is, especially with its white walls and furnishing. Wood floorings and stainless-steel appliances complement the theme of the house. Its open deck is ideal for grilling a barbecue, while the backyard is the perfect spot for a picnic.
Wake Forest, North Carolina, United States
9.16 km (5.7 mi) from E. Carroll Joyner ParkSuperhostAccommodates: 14
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6. Charming loft in downtown Wake Forest (from USD 119)
Indulge in one of the coziest accommodations in town in this charming two-bedroom loft. It can accommodate up to six guests, especially with its four queen-sized beds. Its location is in the heart of downtown, where you get to experience the best of Wake Forest. From food options to shopping, everything you’ll want to check out is within your reach. Some of its features include one full and a half bathroom, a carpeted spacious living room with windows, a white-themed, fully equipped kitchen, and a well-lit dining area. You’ll also find its vintage brick walls and pine flooring adding to its homey vibe.
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the wifi and tv instructions were really helpfulthis beautiful space felt cozy and relaxing with beautiful natural light and comfortable seatingthe apartment looks just like the photos and the location was greatif you want a stylish and extremely comfortable place to stay at in wake forest look no furtherbeds were firm and comfortableCleanliness:
great shower and clean bathroomclean organized and well furnishedeverything was sparkling clean and beautifulthe space was clean and well appointedbeautiful loft clean and very stylishHost:
the owners were very responsive to questions and messagesyou can tell the hosts put love into the placedavid was very responsive when i had an issue with the door combination lockeveryone downtown is friendly and helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
absolutely amazing downtown wake forest locationgreat location and beautiful space within walking distance to sebtsthe location was amazing and beautifulgreat place in a great locationgreat loft in an amazing location
7. Elegant two-bedroom apartment for six
If you haven’t found your ideal accommodation yet, we still have a lot for you to consider. Another great option is this elegant and expansive apartment near downtown Wake Forest. With its location, you’ll have easy access to restaurants, bars, and of course, shopping. It boasts an open-loft theme with a black spiral staircase that will lead you to the massive bedrooms that can accommodate six guests. The black and white concept of the house complements its wood beams and wood floorings well. The open-plan living room is on the first floor, together with the dining area adjoining in a full kitchen.
Wake Forest, North Carolina, United States
916 meters (0.6 ft) from E. Carroll Joyner ParkSuperhostAccommodates: 6
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the beds were comfortable and the kitchen was stocked with everything you might needCleanliness:
extremely clean neat and well-decoratedamy's place was beautiful clean and comfortableHost:
thanks for being great hostssuch great hosts and a fabulous place nice touchesin addition to this the hosts left very helpful information about wifi and amenitiesRead more reviewsLocation:
i loved staying at amy's place
8. Chic lodging at The Gadabout Inn (from USD 90)
The Heritage at The Gadabout Inn is a chic and cozy lodging in Wake Forest that offers the best-extended stays. Marvel at the hardwood floorings and cream walls that welcome you. Its two minimalist expansive bedrooms can accommodate up to four guests. All the decor and furnishing in the house are in excellent condition and are ready for you to use. One of the things to love about this place is how detailed everything is, from the living room to the kitchen and the dining area to the bathrooms.
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it was super cleanHost:
aaron is an awesome hostthe host is gracious and accommodatingaaron is also very accommodating friendly and hospitableaaron is a wonderful host responsive and suggested local activities for useasy check in and communication with hostRead more reviewsLocation:
peaceful yet close to everythingwe enjoyed dinning outside on white st just a short walk awaythis is a very cute and convenient place to staywould definitely recommend to anyone needing a place in the wake forestthis place was beautiful very well furnished and very comfortable
9. Newly designed home for six (from USD 109)
Situated in a quaint treelined road in the historic neighborhood of Wake Forest, this newly designed home can accommodate up to six guests. Everything about this home is lovely, from its modern and vintage style to its dimly lit living spaces. With its many windows, the natural light during the day makes the place brighter. Its two bedrooms are well-designed that promise you a great night’s sleep. It has an open-plan living room with comfy couches, a flat-screen TV, and the dining space adjoin to it. The kitchen is fully functional, perfect for making meals.
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great place to stay we loved relaxing on the oversized couch the bed was very comfortable as wellthe apartment is nicely decorated with lots of space for just relaxingthe place has a good kitchen plenty of space and is really comfortable to be insave for the dehumidifier you can’t tell this is a basement apartmentCleanliness:
a clean and beautiful homeeverything was clean and in order when we arrivedeverything was clean clean clean the super large sectional gave all of us plenty of roomthe space was exceptionally clean and had a cozy vibeit was comfortable nicely decorated clean and convenientHost:
george and cat were great hostsgeorge and cat are great hosts and made sure we were comfortable and happy throughout our staygeorge and cat are great hostsvery engaging hostsgeorge and cat were very helpful and friendly super hostsRead more reviewsLocation:
the location was great toogreat place the location is ideal to wake forest central to all the main area attractionstheir place was ideal for our familygreat location close and easy access to anywhere you need to be around the areathe apartment is very nice comfortable and very spacious location is very convenient near shops and highway
10. Simple yet charming home near downtown
If you’re planning to spend your break in Wake Forest to get away from daily life for a day or two, this guest suite is perfect for you, especially if you’re bringing your family. Its location is nearby downtown, where you can easily access restaurants and shopping malls. And if you’re someone who doesn’t like extravagant accommodations, this simple, yet charming home will suit you just fine. It’s a two-room suite that offers you the perfect home away from home. From its master bedroom to its expansive living room, everything about the place is well thought of, especially with the comfort of guests in mind.
Wake Forest, North Carolina, United States
8.05 km (5.0 mi) from E. Carroll Joyner ParkSuperhostAccommodates: 6
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fan has a timer featurethe amenities were great - a nice 'mini-kitchen ' living room with fireplace and easy & secure entrythe suite is private clean had nice amenities and room for a few peoplethe bed in the bedroom was exceptionally comfortablethe fireplace also made it especially warm and cozyCleanliness:
very clean and comfortablevery clean with plenty of spaceeverything was very clean the bedroom living room and bathroom was very cleanvery spacious clean and privatecomfortable and very cleanHost:
jeff & sharleen were amazing hostsgreat airbnb for families with children had a wonderful stay and enjoyed the super friendly hospitalityjeff and sharleen were amazing hoststhe host communication was also greathosts were excellent with communication about everythingRead more reviewsLocation:
great location in a quiet neighborhoodwelcoming neighborhood away from the hustle and bustle but still close to points of interestwonderful quiet yet easy to access raleigh locationfar enough from the city to relax but close enough to enjoy the raleigh areagreat value for the location and space
11. Wood-themed basement suite with a fireplace
Experience an aesthetic stay in this wood-themed guest suite perfect for a romantic getaway. It’s the best accommodation for travelers who want to be away from the city streets yet close enough to explore destinations. This guest suite is in the basement, which features an open floor plan that makes it spacious. Some of its features include a kitchenette, a dining space, and a living room set with a cozy couch and a flat-screen TV. Upon entry to the room, its wood interior and furnishing will welcome you. During cold weather, the fireplace inside will keep you warm.
Wake Forest, North Carolina, United States
4.01 km (2.5 mi) from E. Carroll Joyner ParkTop guest reviews
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low toilet is great for kids and short folksand the large screen tv was awesome for the kids and their x box addictionalways a nice quiet getaway - it’s a cozy place to stayCleanliness:
it was very clean and well stockedit was also clean and well furnishedthe space was clean and well keptvery clean too we’ll be back :)wyatt’s space is very clean and tidyHost:
awesome host very quick response and very good valuewyatt was a great host and we enjoyed our extended stay at his placethank you wyatt for being a great hostwyatt is an excellent hostthe hosts were detailed and easy to exchange communicationsRead more reviewsLocation:
very cozy perfect location for meeasy check-in great location beautiful settingquiet and very comfortable and close to where we wanted to begreat space pretty nice location to the wedding venue we rented forgreat location we attended a wedding at wakefield barn and loved how close wyatt's house was to the venue
12. Homey house near downtown Wake Forest
Located near downtown Wake Forest, this homey house rental in Wake Forest is an ideal accommodation for travelers looking for a place to stay that has a convenient location. It’s spacious enough to accommodate four guests. Its exterior features a combination of vintage and cream brick walls that look well together. Everything you’ll find inside will make you feel right at home. Its living room is impeccable, especially with its two grey couches seated in front of a fireplace and a flat-screen TV on the side. The kitchen comes with stainless steel appliances while the bathrooms contain basic needs. Its two bedrooms are the best part of the house.
Wake Forest, North Carolina, United States
1.22 km (0.8 mi) from E. Carroll Joyner ParkSuperhostAccommodates: 4
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the house is comfortable and bright with great amenities including a washer and dryersuper cozy beds and great amenitiesthe bed was very comfortable and we really liked the fan overheadthere is a quaint a comfortable screened back porch with cute furniture and string lightsthe kitchen have everything that you would need really appreciate all extraCleanliness:
very clean and cozyit was exceptionally clean and well furnishedwonderfully clean and spacious homea very clean and comfortable home to stay incharming clean comfortable and peacefulHost:
owners were very responsivethe host is super pleasanttyler is an excellent hostthe hosts thought almost everything to make sure you feel like you are hometyler and zara were the perfect hosts from start to finishRead more reviewsLocation:
great location close by to lots of shoppingthe location is safe and within a short driving distance of restaurants gas stations and storeshighly recommend located in a quiet neighborhood very close to downtown wake forestthe location is excellent and the neighborhood is charmingextremely cute house in a quiet neighborhood
Wake Forest and its endless possibilities
There’s truly something special about small towns, how everyone knows everyone, and how even outsiders will feel welcome and right at home by just setting foot. And Wake Forest is no different. Locals are hospitable, accommodations are excellent, and the sceneries are sights to behold. Experience Wake Forest and its endless possibilities on your next adventure.
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