House holiday rentals in Orange County

Mid-Century Gem • Creekside • King Beds • Near UNC

This curated 3BR/2BA mid-century modern Chapel Hill home blends comfort, style, and nature in perfect harmony. Designed by renowned local architect JP Goforth, the home sits on a wooded acre with a private creek and features king beds in every room, Sonos audio, and fiber WiFi. Relax on the deck, fire up the grill, or unwind inside surrounded by stunning hand-selected art and furnishings. Minutes from UNC, Whole Foods, and Eastwood Lake, it’s a true retreat for anyone craving serenity and style.

Bright 3 br Home near UNC Campus + Medical Center!

This is a clean space specially designed for families, friends and even your pup. The set-back of the neighbors' houses provides a comfortable amount of privacy in this quiet neighborhood. The house is 3.5 miles from downtown Carrboro and 10 minutes from the UNC campus! The house is close to: - Rigmor House - The Barn at Valhalla - Lavender Oaks Farm - Rock Quarry Farm - The Honeysuckle Tea House Franklin Street is 4 miles away with venues and restaurants like Cat's Cradle and Baxter Arcade.

Grandma’s House - Minutes from UNC with Firepit

Looking for something fancy? Then keep moving! Grandma’s House is comfy, clean, and without a lick of fance. Enjoy a quiet getaway at a peaceful cottage-- just 10-15 min from UNC-Chapel Hill and UNC Hospital! The location combined with the full kitchen, fast wifi, parking, memory foam mattresses, and hosts just a holler away make Grandma's House the best way to enjoy your visit to town. As a bonus, Grandma loves to leave snacks for her guests. Bring your furry friends, too! Gramma don't mind.

A Dogwood Vacation. Walk to Southern Village

Kick back and relax in this calm, stylish space. Walking distance to Southern Village with park and ride to Dean Smith Center and Kenan Stadium. Quiet neighborhood. Soaking tub. Games, books and plenty of movies. Close to UNC Chapel Hill. High end furnishings. Memory foam mattresses. Kitchen has everything you need to cook; a gas range, plenty of eating options in Southern Village. Parking spaces for two No pets No smoking or vaping No parties or gatherings More info: IG stayatdogwood

House off Franklin Street

Newly renovated single story house close to Franklin Street and Sunrise Biscuit Kitchen! An easy walk to University Place, the Chapel Hill Community Playground, restaurants, coffee houses, walking/biking trails and more! 3 bedrooms plus a full-sized sofa bed in the living room give plenty of room for guests to sleep and enjoy their privacy. Dining room table seats 6 with a new kitchen to enjoy a great meal. Please note that the driveway can accommodate 2 cars; there is no on-street parking.

Modern Spacious Tiny Home Nestled in the Trees

Nestled amongst 5 acres of hardwood trees, this small yet spacious home is a great place to retreat and unwind. I built this home for myself over the course of a couple years and put all my love into every part of the design. I occasionally travel and would love to share the space with you while I'm away. The house is modern yet is full of warmth. Every window offers a view of the forest around the house. It's the perfect base for a visit, within a 15 min drive of CH, Durham and Hillsborough

Guest Suite: Artist studio turned into loft.

A guest suite that's a former artist studio with 10-15 foot high windows and 20 foot high ceiling, converted into one bedroom loft with private entrance, bath, living area, and kitchenette. The space is attached to the rest of my house, but you'll have a private entrance, your own bathroom, living area and kitchenette and two seat dining table. You will not have access to a full kitchen. The open-concept design and high balcony ledge are unsuitable for children under the age of 10.

Comfy Cozy 2BR - Near UNC/Duke, Walk to Wegmans

Ideally located near UNC and Duke, this fully renovated 2BR home sits on the Chapel Hill–Durham border and is just a short walk to Wegmans. Perfect for hospital visitors, academics, and longer stays, the home offers fast Wi-Fi, a dedicated workspace, plenty of free parking, and a comfortable setting in a lively neighborhood. We’ve named this adorable stay Maison de Mariposa, in honor of the butterfly - a symbol of hope and love. Come relax and enjoy our lovely, comfortable retreat.

Walk to Downtown Hillsborough • Dog Friendly

More than just a vacation rental, this is a home we love and are happy to share. Tucked into a quiet, walkable neighborhood near historic downtown Hillsborough, you can walk to restaurants, coffee shops, galleries, Gold Park, the Riverwalk, and the Eno River, then come home to relax on the porch or in the fenced backyard. Thoughtfully stocked for comfortable everyday living, it’s ideal for weekend getaways, weddings, family visits, and trips to Duke or UNC. Dogs are welcome, too.

Carolina Cottage

Enjoy this renovated 3 bedroom/2 bath home in a prime location! Perfect for your visit to UNC. Community Park at your back door, steps to Franklin Street and a short walk to University Place restaurants/entertainment. One mile walk up Franklin St to campus and 2.9 miles to UNC Hospital. This home does have a separately rented basement apartment with its own private driveway, outdoor space, and entrance that is currently occupied by a long term quiet tenant. STR Permit STR-23-38

Jo Mac Cottage- Quiet Home near UNC Chapel Hill

Welcome to the beautiful 100 year old Jo Mac Cottage in Chapel Hill We are minutes away from Chapel Hill and Carrboro. The house provides plenty of privacy in a quiet neighborhood and provides plenty with trees all around. We are 10 minutes away from UNC Campus! You can also enjoy the great outdoors by visiting local attractions such as Lavendar Oaks Farm or Rock Quarry Farm! Looking for more excitement, head down to Franklin Street for plenty of great food options.

Retreat to Historic Home in a Private Arboretum

Unwind and renew your spirit in our updated 5 bedroom (sleeps 9) historic house (circa 1830's) in the heart of the largest arboretum of its kind in the USA. Explore our exotic 206 acre property sheltering 4000 different North American and international tree species. Hike through old growth forest past historic outbuildings and watch the sun sparkle on our ponds. We are family and pet friendly, 25 minutes to Duke University, 17 minutes to UNC Chapel Hill.