Title: Beautiful home in the heart of Raleigh, perfect blend of convenience & comfort. Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Beautiful home in the heart of Raleigh, perfect blend of convenience & comfort. Family-friendly holiday home in Raleigh ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102680000/102679800/102679798/45897be4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102680000/102679800/102679798/d5804d33.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102680000/102679800/102679798/f5914892.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102680000/102679800/102679798/0e105ac1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102680000/102679800/102679798/77958d81.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Laurel Acre is a serene retreat in Raleigh, boasting a beautifully renovated kitchen and delightful coffee bar. With its expansive backyard, unwind by the fireplace or gather around the tiki bar for memorable moments. Enjoy convenience with proximity to NC State University and Downtown. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8 ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Fireplace - Kitchen - Parking available - Barbecue grill ## 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. ### Beautiful home in the heart of Raleigh, perfect blend of convenience & comfort. Welcome to Laurel Acre, our beautiful retreat nestled in a pedestrian-friendly neighborhood in the heart of Raleigh. Conveniently located near notable landmarks such as the PNC Center, Carter Finley Stadium, Rex Hospital (all 5 min away), RDU airport (15 mins), NC State University (10-15 mins), and Downtown (15 mins), groceries, dining, and shopping. The Raleigh Greenway and Umstead State Park are just also just minutes away. Our home offers the perfect blend of convenience and comfort. Step inside to discover a beautiful interior, boasting a fully renovated kitchen complete with a gas range and oven, and a delightful coffee bar. The main floor features a master bedroom with an updated ensuite bathroom, along with two additional bedrooms (one with a queen bed, and one with two twin beds that can be converted to king bed upon request), and another stylishly appointed hall bathroom. Gather around the custom marble dining table (seating for 8) for memorable meals with loved ones. Upstairs, unwind in the airy living space, perfect for cozying up by the fireplace or enjoying a movie night. Downstairs, another inviting living area awaits, complete with a gas fireplace, TV, and ample space for entertainment or catching up on work. The fourth bedroom (with a queen bed) and another full bathroom are also located downstairs, offering additional privacy and convenience. Outside, soak in the tranquility of the expansive backyard, whether sipping morning coffee on the deck, relishing a glass of wine on the patio, or gathering around the tiki bar or firepit for memorable moments. With an acre of property to explore, there's plenty of space for relaxation and connection. Forget the hassle of extensive check-out tasks – simply take out the trash and start the dishwasher, and leave the rest to us. As proud locals, we're just seconds away in the neighborhood, ready to provide insider recommendations, address concerns, and ensure your stay is nothing short of exceptional. Thank you for choosing our home- we can't wait to host you and make your Raleigh experience truly memorable! \*\*We have a zero tolerance for parties. Our home is in a quiet, family-friendly neighborhood, so please be aware of this when booking. We do have a security camera that faces the driveway and front porch. \*\*We are dog-friendly and welcome well-behaved dogs. The pet fee is $75 per stay. Dogs are not allowed on furniture or beds. \----City of Raleigh Short Term Rental permit ZSTR-000055-2024---- ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - 2 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - Area rugs in public areas - Hardwood flooring in public areas - No lift - Tile flooring in public areas - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a hospital ### Things to do - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Rock climbing 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 - Deadbolt lock ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Garden - Recycling ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101250000/101243700/101243638/0db08a4e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Newly Renovated Private Retreat in North Raleigh! 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EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock 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 any lifts ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=35.83806,-78.703125&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:%7DnwyEnuj_N%3FQ%3FS%3FS%40Q%3FS%40S%40Q%40S%40SBQ%40S%40QBSBQBQBQBSDQBQDSDOBQDQDQFQDQFODQFOFOFQFOFQHMFQHMFOHOHMHOHMHMHOJMHMJMJKJMHKJMJKLKJIJKJILMJILILILGJKLGLILGLGLGNGLGLGLENELENELENCLCNENCLCNCNANCLANANANAN%3FN%3FLAN%3FN%3FN%40N%3FL%3FN%40N%40N%40N%40LBN%40NBNBLBNDNBLBNDLDNDLDLDLFNFLFLFLFLFLHLFLJLFJHLHLHJLLHJJJHJJJJJLJJJLJJHLJLHLHNHLJLHNHLFNHNFLHPFLFPFNHPDNFNFPDNFPDPDPDPDPBNDRDPBRBPBPBPBRBPBP%40R%40P%40RBR%3FP%40R%40R%3FP%40R%3FR%3FP%3FR%3FRAP%3FRARAP%3FRCRAPARAPCRCPCRCPCPCPCREPEPCPEPEPEPEPGPENGPGNENIPGNGPGLIPGLINGLININKLILINILKLIJKLKJKLKJKLKJKHKJMHKLMHMFKJMFMJMFMHMFMFMFMFOFMDMFMDODMDODMBOBODMBO%40ODO%40MBO%40O%40O%40O%40M%3FO%3FO%40O%3FO%3FMAO%3FO%3FOAOAOAMAOCOAOEMAOCOEMCOCMEOEMEOEMGMEMGOGMGMGMGMIMGKKMGMKMGKIMMKIKKKIMKKMKKIMKKKMKKIMKMIOIMIMIOIOIMGOIMGQIMGQGOGQGOGOEQGOEQGQEQEQCQEQEQCQEQCSCQCQCQCSASAQCSAQASASAQ%3FSAS%3FQ%3FS%3FS&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=ZNDQXADqSolxH2qEbF2qiVbLQPU=) Raleigh, NC #### What's nearby - Crabtree Valley Mall - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles - North Carolina Museum of Art - 4 min drive - 2.3 miles - North Carolina State University - 6 min drive - 3.5 miles - Lenovo Center - 6 min drive - 3.3 miles - North Carolina State Fairgrounds - 6 min drive - 3.5 miles #### Getting around - Cary Station - 12 min drive - Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) - 18 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Panera Bread - ‬6 min drive - ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive - ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min drive - ‪Circle K - ‬6 min drive - ‪Perry's Steakhouse & Grille - ‬3 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Beautiful home in the heart of Raleigh, perfect blend of convenience & comfort. pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). ### What time is check-in at Beautiful home in the heart of Raleigh, perfect blend of convenience & comfort.? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Beautiful home in the heart of Raleigh, perfect blend of convenience & comfort.? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Beautiful home in the heart of Raleigh, perfect blend of convenience & comfort. located? > This family-friendly Raleigh holiday home is located in Northwest Raleigh, within 2 mi (3 km) of Laurel Hills Park, William B. Umstead State Park and UNC REX Hospital. North Carolina State University is 3.1 mi (5 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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