Carrboro, North Carolina, is located near Chapel Hill and the University of North Carolina. Carrboro has a mix of family-friendly activities and recreation and dining opportunities that attract students from the University of North Carolina. The Coker Arboretum is a botanical garden that is on the campus of the University of North Carolina. It is open year-round and features hundreds of native North Carolina fauna and exotic plants that are found around the world. Varsity Theater is a theater from 1927. The theatre has been showing films for half a century. The Ackland Art Museum is a free art museum that is affiliated with University of North Carolina. It has a huge collection of paintings from many different eras and a variety of programming options. Kids will love playing at Henry Anderson III Community Park, which is Carrboro’s largest park. The park has a leash free area, horseshoe pits, a pond, play areas, and picnic tables. The Carrboro Farmer’s Market has fresh produce, locally made cheeses, bakery goods, and handmade crafts. This farmers market was one of the first in the area that put farmers in direct contact with customers. Check out the Airbnbs in Carrboro, NC!
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1. Private room in house near downtown
This private room in a house is located in Durham, North Carolina. It’s close to Duke University and downtown. Guests will like the serenity of this home when they sip their coffee on the patio as they watch local birds come to the bird feeder. The rental is within walking distance to Duke University, Durham Performing Arts Center, the Durham ballpark, and many of Durham’s most delicious restaurants. Amenities at the rental include Wi-Fi, heating/air conditioning, linen/towels, bathroom essentials, free parking, breakfast, and access to a washer and dryer and full kitchen.
Durham, North Carolina, United States
14.42 km (9.0 mi) from North Carolina Botanical GardenAccommodates: 2
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future travelers should expect a warm welcoming inexpensive accommodations shared bath plus coffee and rolls for breakfastthe house is clean and comfortable with lots of interesting furniture and artthey had a great informational binder of things to do/places to eat/etc around durham and offered breakfastended up staying in both rooms and bedding/pillows were very comfortablei was in durham for a night and this was very comfortableCleanliness:
the room was clean and comfortableeverything was very clean and the room itself was nicejust the sweetest dogs clean quiet comfortable roomHost:
wonderful hospitality and gracious hoststuart and mesa were great hostsmesa and stuart were great hoststheir home was beautiful and they were full of friendly conversation and hospitalitymesa & stuart were warm and inviting hostsRead more reviewsLocation:
super convenient location for downtown durhamlocated in a great location too downtown restaurants cafes duke university & hospitalcomfortable bed and good locationlovely airbnb in an ordinary neighbourhood walking distance from both the city centre and duke universitysuch a wonderful couple in a great location
2. Quiet retreat
This private room is in a bright home that was built in 1905 and has been renovated. The home is in historic Morehead Hill, a cozy Durham neighborhood. The quiet private room includes a bed and a full private bathroom. Downtown Durham, Duke Gardens, The Museum of Life and Science, and the Durham Performing Arts Center are within walking distance of the rental. Guests will feel right at home with Wi-Fi, bathroom essentials, ethernet connection, free parking, a fully equipped kitchen, breakfast, heating/air conditioning, and washer/dryer access.
Durham, North Carolina, United States
15.05 km (9.4 mi) from North Carolina Botanical GardenSuperhost
Accommodates: 2
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i especially appreciated the breakfast spread in the morningbreakfast was delicious and the robes were softthe room was lovely with its high ceilings and decor as well as comfortable with its hotel-quality bedbench at the end of the bed for getting ready access to an ironing board etcthe room was private and yet we were welcomed into their living spaceCleanliness:
clean and comfortable roomthe bathroom is sparkling clean and spaciousthe room was clean comfortable and beautifulclean cozy well-equipped and friendlyextremely clean & hospitable had a lovely stayHost:
wonderful hosts with a wonderful homethe hosts are awesome and very helpfulsecond visit to this great home with wonderful hostsalice and jeff were wonderful hostsalice was a really wonderful host she was super helpful and hospitableRead more reviewsLocation:
nice location close to durham downtowneasy walking to downtowngreat location; walking distance to food co-op and downtown sitesgreat location very private - highly recommendalice and jeff’s neighborhood is very central and on-street parking is easy
3. Apartment near UNC (from USD 50)
This light-filled, one-bedroom guest suite is in a safe and quiet neighborhood. The rental’s space includes a private entrance, kitchenette, bedroom, living area, and a full bathroom. The rental is located within a walking distance of the University of North Carolina and Chapel Hill’s downtown. Guest conveniences are Wi-Fi, TV, air conditioning/heating, linen/towels, bathroom essentials, free parking, hangers, hair dryer, and shampoo. A pack ‘n play is also available for children to use.
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wifi is strong and consistentappreciated all the personal care amenities in the bathroomthis is one big roomy apartment with a fabulous view out into the woods) with a nice bedroom mini kitchen bathroom and futonthere is a sink and refrigerator etc so it was easy to have a simple breakfastCleanliness:
very clean well maintained and roomyreally clean and has some nice thoughtful touchescomfortable living space and very cleangianluca's place was exceptionally clean nicely decorated and comfortableclean bright spacious and privateHost:
hosts were courteousgianluca was a lovely hostgianluca was a great hostvery hospitable hosts with nice sgracious and responsive host who does not hoverRead more reviewsLocation:
amazing location 2 minute drive from downtown chapel hillgreat location close to uncbeautiful location very close to downtown and campusgreat location and a spacious apartmentthe location is ideal for accessing unc campus
4. Cozy apartment in Carborro
This one bedroom, one bathroom private apartment is only minutes from downtown Carrboro and Chapel Hill. The downtown areas have coffee shops with live music, restaurants, and shopping. Hiking and water activities are nearby at Jordan Lake and Haw River. This family-friendly apartment includes a small kitchen area, a microwave, toaster oven, small fridge, and coffee maker. A queen-sized air mattress and pack and play can be provided to guests if needed. Wi-Fi, TV, heating/air conditioning, linen/towels, bathroom essentials, and free parking are provided with the rental. This home for rent in Carrboro, NC is definitely worth checking out.
Carrboro, North Carolina, United States
5.4 km (3.4 mi) from North Carolina Botanical GardenAccommodates: 6
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the kitchenette was perfect for cooking our own breakfast and lunchthey have an excellent library and a very cozy living areathe beds were comfortable enoughthe bed was super comfortablethis is a very clean and comfortable apartment with all the kitchen amenities including a toasterCleanliness:
cozy and clean just as advertisedvery clean and cozyit was super clean and nicely laid outthe house was very clean and very quietclean well stocked and easy to findHost:
overall a great hostfast responses to questions and helpful tipskristin was a great host and the apartment was perfectthe host communicated with us very quickly and gave us helpful hintsour early arrival was accommodated with friendly enthusiasmRead more reviewsLocation:
super close and convenient to the main attractions in carrborogreat place to stay walking distance to downtowni appreciated the convenient location in re to downtown carrborovery cute quiet and private space in a great locationgreat location comfortable space and amazing location also great hosts
5. Apartment by UNC (from USD 54)
This one-bedroom, one bathroom apartment is situated in a wooded residential neighborhood that’s only a 10-minute drive to the University of North Carolina. Guests of the apartment will have clean, one hundred percent cotton sheets and towels, two closets, Wi-Fi, complimentary local coffee and tea, a private entrance, and free off-street parking. This rental is a good choice for those looking to visit anyone at the University of North Carolina. A movie theater, restaurants, grocery store, soccer fields, a disc golf course, and wooded walking trails are close enough to the rental to reach on foot.
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air conditioning situation needs to improvecomfortable bed and nice coffee and teasbed was nice and cozy and they had all the amenities we neededthis is a nice little apartment in a residential area in the south section of chapel hilltotally lovely private apartment by tova and carlosCleanliness:
a clean and cozy housevery clean and advertised appropriately per the sound barrierit was clean and well appointedsuper clean and well designed for functionthe space was clean bright and safeHost:
they were very friendly hoststhe hosts are very nice and helpfuland the hosts are superbthoughtful touches from the hosttova and carlos are wonderful hostsRead more reviewsLocation:
pretty close to campusreally nice location that is close to walking trails and restaurantsquiet location with a beautiful backdropthe location is in a lovely wooded neighborhoodamazed to find such a quiet country setting so close (time and distance) to unc campus/downtown chapel hill
6. Tiny house in the trees (from USD 88)
This unique tiny house for rent in Carrboro, NC is situated among serene trees where guests can hear the sounds of local wildlife. This simple tiny house is perfect for visitors who want an intimate space to relax in. The rental is a seven-minute drive to downtown Durham. Near the rental, are restaurants, walking and biking trails, and parks. Everything guests need is provided for in the tiny house, including Wi-Fi, heating/air conditioning, linen/towels, bathroom essentials, free parking, a full kitchen, hangers, shampoo, a hair dryer, and extra pillows and blankets.
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the bed was so comfy and the views were very relaxingthe beds were super comfortable toothey are cozy warm and the perfect setting to slow down and take some time to resti appreciated the nice bath products and teas and had a great sleep in the loft bedloved this tiny house very cozy with lots of thoughtful touchesCleanliness:
great place very clean with creative touchesthe space is amazing very clean and beautifully decoratedit was clean and the sheets/linens were greatwould absolutely book again very clean and beautifully decoratedeverything about the house was comfortable clean and charmingHost:
jarret and mira were great hosts and their tiny home made for a very pleasant retreatjarret and mira are excellent hosts and were always available when neededgreat hosts and the house was beautifuljarret and mira are incredibly kind and flexible hosts who make sure your experience is the best possiblemira was alao gracious hostRead more reviewsLocation:
durham is close by and there's a good walking/running trail just a short walk awaythe house is easy to find and located close to duke universityit was close to downtown making it easy to explore durhamjarrett and mira's place is very cute and uniquelocated in a quiet neighborhood but convenient quick & easy to get to downtown durham
7. The yurt at Frog Pond Farm (from USD 115)
This rustic space is in the woods and it has a deck that overlooks a pond. Guests of the rental will sleep on futons. There is no air-conditioning, but plenty of fans to keep the yurt cool in the summer. The rental has Wi-Fi, books, games, DVDs, and exceptional access to the Great Outdoors. The rental is near a coffee house, The Haw River Farmhouse AAles Brewery, The Haw River Trail, and much more. The yurt has towels, bed sheets, soap, toilet paper, free parking, hangers, hair dryer, shampoo, and a hot tub.
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no air conditioning as mentioned in the listing but plenty of fans make it comfortable at nightthe fans helped to keep us comfortable and the deck area is perfect for evening hoursthe fans kept it comfortablevery cozy and the deck is amazing a short drive to downtown saxapahaw (3 mins)Host:
they were amazing hostshosts were very welcominglinda and steve were great hostslinda was incredibly hospitable and the yurt was definitely lovelythe hosts are beyond helpful and friendlyRead more reviewsLocation:
beautiful location and a relaxing getaway :)it is the perfect place to destress and unwind and get awayit is a nice little place tucked away in the woodsif you are looking for a place to get away and relaxdon’t miss the poetry walk it was absolutely amazing and very inspiring
8. Guest cottage (from USD 94)
This charming studio guest house is across from a coffee shop that serves breakfast, lunch, and homemade ice cream. The studio has a queen-size bed, soft sheets, a comforter, extra blankets, a chest of drawers, two relaxing chairs, an Apple tv, mini fridge, microwave, coffee maker, and water boiler. The rental is located in a popular and vibrant neighborhood of Carrboro. It’s near food trucks and cafes. Other amenities at the rental are heating/air conditioning, access to a washer/dryer, towels, soap, toilet paper, a bathtub, hangers, hair dryer, and shampoo.
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really appreciated having a/c and humidity control :)wonderful place; great wifi very clean and right across the street from a great coffee shopit’s a very cute one room(with separate bathroom) cottage cosy for 2 peopleCleanliness:
clean cozy and quietsuper clean and quiet neighborhoodcute little cottage in back clean clean clean and comfortablevery nice and clean cottagethe full bathroom was clean and roomyHost:
susan was a great hostsusan is a great hostsusan is an excellent hostfelt safe and cozy susan was wonderful host - great communicationRead more reviewsLocation:
very convenient location in this charming towngreat place to stay close to everythingloved the location and tranquil settinglocation was so close to shopping and to friends we were visitingexcellent location well maintained very comfortable
9. Little brick house (from USD 96)
This one bedroom, one bathroom cottage is only a five-minute walk to restaurants, shops, hiking paths, and the weekly Farmers’ Market. The rental has Wi-Fi, heating/air conditioning, linen/towels, a bathroom, free parking, a fully equipped kitchen, hangers, a hair dryer, shampoo, and extra pillows and blankets. The house is on a tree-lined street that has sidewalks and bike lanes.
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the cottage is super cozyfrom morning coffee to comfortable bed at nightrichard has thoughtfully designed the space to make the stay extra comfortable and convenientmy husband and i spent peaceful evenings sitting in the screened sunroom on the cozy rocking couchwe enjoyed a comfortable bed fresh linens and good quality coffeeCleanliness:
everything was clean and cozyvery clean with lots of towels/bedding/etcbeautiful clean & perfect for our weekend awaythe cottage is clean and comfortable with personal touches throughoutit was exactly as pictured and was very cleanHost:
our hosts were friendly and helpfulthe hosts are so thoughtful and their hospitality is absolutely unmatchedhe was a great and gracious hostthe hosts are very gracious and helpfulthey are lovely people very easy going and incredibly attentive hostsRead more reviewsLocation:
a cute little spot close to downtown carrboroit's well located - easy to park walkable around carrboro and right on a bus linethe location is fabulous as it short walk to the cool town of carrbororeally cute little cottage an easy walk from downtown carrbororichard’s place is in the perfect location on a quiet street that is close to the local attractions
10. Log cabin
This large rental in Carrboro, NC can accommodate up to seven people in the cabin, and 50 campers outside of it. The rental is ideal for gatherings, celebrations, birthday parties, weddings, or a private couples getaway. The cabin space has two bedrooms, a living room with a sofa bed, a loft, bathroom, washer/dryer, tub/shower, full kitchen, and fireplace. The rental is a short drive from restaurants and shopping centers. Conveniences at the rental include WiFi, living necessities, heating/air conditioning, bathroom essentials, towels/bed sheets, and free parking.
Pittsboro, North Carolina, United States
12.99 km (8.1 mi) from North Carolina Botanical GardenAccommodates: 6
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mark is a true soul and it shows at the cozy cabinit was definitely one of the most cozy places i have been toyes the cozy cabin is magicalonly stayed one night but several would have been just as comfortablevery cozy place we had a nice relaxing weekendCleanliness:
the bed was very comfortable with soft clean sheetsthe cabin is quaint with cute country touches and the kitchen well stocked and the bathroom cleanHost:
friendly and helpful hostmark was a great host he responded quickly to any questions i hadcool vibe and great hostmark was an amazing host very friendly and the place was the coolest place i have stayed thus fargreat venue to host an event large space and cozy vibeRead more reviewsLocation:
excellent location for a night awaywonderfully eclectic house close to town but very secludedsuch an amazing and unique place to visit perfect weekend away from the hustle and bustle of real lifeotherwise super fun cabin and good locationwe wanted a quiet and interesting cabin get away and boy howdy did this spot deliver
11. A charming house with a pool
A private home that you can rent out near Carrboro is this charming house. It’s surrounded by beautiful nature, making the ambience at this place serene. The house can accommodate up to six guests in its three bedrooms. It has a private bath, a kitchen, a dining area, free WiFi access, a TV, and a washing machine that you can use. It also has a pool for guests who want to lounge around and relax in the water.
Chapel Hill, North Carolina, United States
4.16 km (2.6 mi) from North Carolina Botanical GardenAccommodates: 6
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the place was clean and quietthe place was cozy and cleangreat communication with hosts - fast and friendly place was very cute and spacious
Best of both worlds
Carrboro is a friendly city that has real Southern hospitality that’s in the vicinity of a world-class university. Its museums, sports arenas, gardens, and collegiate surroundings will be at your fingertips. Staying in Carrboro is the best of both worlds. Reserve your private Airbnb vacation rental to stay in Carrboro, North Carolina.
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