Title: Contractors & Family-Friendly Home Near Duke, Downtown Durham• Firepit & Parking - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Contractors & Family-Friendly Home Near Duke, Downtown Durham• Firepit & Parking Vacation home in Durham with kitchen ## Photo gallery for Contractors & Family-Friendly Home Near Duke, Downtown Durham• Firepit & Parking ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Contractors & Family-Friendly Home Near Duke, Downtown Durham• Firepit & Parking (Durham)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119510000/119507700/119507647/w1199h799x1y1-980ade82.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib - Contractors & Family-Friendly Home Near Duke, Downtown Durham• Firepit & Parking (Durham)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119510000/119507700/119507647/w1199h799x1y1-75422275.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Contractors & Family-Friendly Home Near Duke, Downtown Durham• Firepit & Parking (Durham)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119510000/119507700/119507647/w1199h799x1y1-2e16b4fd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Contractors & Family-Friendly Home Near Duke, Downtown Durham• Firepit & Parking (Durham)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119510000/119507700/119507647/w1199h799x1y1-4e1fba1e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Contractors & Family-Friendly Home Near Duke, Downtown Durham• Firepit & Parking (Durham)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119510000/119507700/119507647/w1200h754x0y0-b15644a9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Contractors & Family-Friendly Home Near Duke, Downtown Durham• Firepit & Parking provides laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms3 bathrooms1260 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Parking available ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Contractors & Family-Friendly Home Near Duke, Downtown Durham• Firepit & Parking Welcome to The Essex Doorstep your ideal Durham Base for Work, Family, or Long stays (30–90+ days). Centrally located minutes from Duke University & Hospital, NCCU, UNC, Downtown Durham, RTP, and RDU. Designed for contractors, healthcare professionals, students, families, and remote workers. Enjoy Self Check-in, Fast Wi-Fi, a fully equipped kitchen, in-unit laundry, cozy bedrooms, private patio, and fire pit in a quiet residential neighborhood built for comfort and convenience. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2.5 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Porch/lanai ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Upper floors accessible by stairs only - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board - Limited housekeeping ### Location highlights - In the city center - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near an outlet shopping mall ### Things to do - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Kayaking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Rock climbing nearby - Swimming nearby - Theme park nearby - Water tubing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Winery tours nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Unit size: 1,260 square feet ## Similar properties ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104260000/104259500/104259447/92411383.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Elegant Urban Oasis Durham - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet friendly 9.8 Exceptional 21 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-10&endDate=2026-02-11&selected=104259447&PinnedHotelID=104259447&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89640000/89633500/89633448/8de9cbbc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Vintage Cottage less than 3 mi from Duke Hospital Forest Hills - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet friendly 10 Exceptional 14 reviews CA $157 CA $511 total includes taxes & fees Jan 29 - Jan 30 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-29&endDate=2026-01-30&selected=89633448&PinnedHotelID=89633448&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103100000/103094200/103094156/075edb25.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### NEW! 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special requests cannot be guaranteed Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited Long-term renters welcome Seniors-only community Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ## About the area Located in Durham, this vacation home is in the city center and near theme parks. Wheels Fun Park and Museum of Life and Science are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Brightleaf Square and Northgate Mall. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Durham Bulls Athletic Park or McDougald-McLendon Gymnasium. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. 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