Title: Deacon Stays: The Idlewilde - Walk to WFU Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=82496300&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Deacon Stays: The Idlewilde - Walk to WFU Holiday home with kitchen, 6-minute walk to Wake Forest University ## Photo gallery for Deacon Stays: The Idlewilde - Walk to WFU ![4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi - Deacon Stays: The Idlewilde - Walk to WFU (Winston-Salem)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/83000000/82500000/82496300/82496300/6f2daad6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail - Deacon Stays: The Idlewilde - Walk to WFU (Winston-Salem)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/83000000/82500000/82496300/82496300/feb4e594.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Deacon Stays: The Idlewilde - Walk to WFU (Winston-Salem)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/83000000/82500000/82496300/82496300/bdfb5bcb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Deacon Stays: The Idlewilde - Walk to WFU (Winston-Salem)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/83000000/82500000/82496300/82496300/85c2b480.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Deacon Stays: The Idlewilde - Walk to WFU (Winston-Salem)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/83000000/82500000/82496300/82496300/d4ef2254.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Near Wake Forest University, this stylish home offers a serene retreat with modern comforts. Savor the Chef's Kitchen, unwind in one of the two master suites or enjoy a peaceful walk to Campus Gas. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 101980 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space ## 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. ### Deacon Stays: The Idlewilde - Walk to WFU Find yourself near Wake Forest University: Charm, Style and Sophistication! This 4 bedroom and 3 bath home offers a Chef's Kitchen with gas range and granite countertops. Three full bathrooms and two master suites with fully separated spaces. Enjoy this quiet retreat neighborhood, while being just minutes away from WFU, the Innovation Quarter, Industry Hill and the rest of Downtown WS. A little closer to home, you can walk to Campus Gas or pickup groceries from nearby Lowe's Food. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Wheelchair-accessible parking available ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Up to 23 kg per pet ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Accessible parking space - Upper floors accessible by stairs only - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### 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) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden - Unit size: 1,980 square feet ## Similar properties ![House (3 Bedrooms) | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120800000/120794900/120794850/788d8d54.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cozy Cottage: Nature-filled Winston-salem Retreat! 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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 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 Winston-Salem is home to this holiday home. Airbound Trampoline Park and Forest Hills are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Reynolda Manner Shopping Center and Hanes Mall. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Lawrence Joel Veterans Memorial Coliseum or Truist Field. [Visit our Winston-Salem travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Winston-Salem.dx1605) [View more Holiday homes in Winston-Salem](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Winston-Salem-Private-Holiday-Homes.d1605-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=36.144997,-80.280594&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:ims%7BEtx%7EhN%3FS%3FQ%3FS%40S%40Q%3FS%40S%40Q%40SBS%40QBS%40QBSBQBQBQDQBSDQDQBQDQFQDQDQFOFQDQFOFQFOFOHOFOHOFOHMHOHMHOHMJOHKJMHMJMJKJMJKHKLKJKJKLKJIJKLILGLKLGJILILGLGNILELGLENGLENELELCNGNCLCNCNCLCNCNALANCN%3FNANAN%3FLAN%3FN%3FN%40N%3FN%40N%40L%3FNBN%40N%40NBLBNBLBNBNBLFNBLDNDLDLFNFLDLDLHNFJFLHLHLFLJJFLHLJJHLJJJJJJJJJJJJLJJJLHLJLHJJNHLHNHLHNFLHNHNFNFNFNHNFPFNDPFPDNFPDPDPDPDPDPBPDRBPDP%40PBPBRBPBR%40P%40RBR%40P%3FR%40R%40P%3FR%40R%3FP%3FR%3FR%3FPAR%3FRARAP%3FRARCPARAPCRCPCRCRAPEPCPERCPENEREPEPENGPEPGPENGPGNIPGLGPGLIPILGNINILINILKLILKLILKLKJKLKJKJKJKJKHMLKHMHMJKFMJMFMHMFKHOFMFMFMDOFMFMDODMDOBMDOBODMBOBMBO%40OBO%40O%40M%40O%40O%40O%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FM%3FO%3FOAOAOAOAMAOCOAMCOCOCMEOCOEMCMEOEMEOGMEMGMGOGMGMIMGKIMGMKMGMKKIKIMMKIKKMKIKKKKMKKKMIMKMIMKMIMIOIMIOIOGMIOGOIQGMGQGOGQEOGQGQEQEOGQEQCSEOEQCSEQCQCQCSCSAQCSAQCSAQASAS%3FQASAS%3FS%3FQ%3FS&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=0vJMnOKE5YzJIKV1JWcq0tSncas=) Winston-Salem, NC ### What's nearby - ![Wake Forest University](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6066199/422d1dbe-27f7-4e11-a299-8b3dafd59dde.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Wake Forest University 7 min walk \- 0.4 miles - ![Beautiful conservatory.. best part, it’s free! Tropical reprieve from winter.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1605/a2577b82-d2d0-4622-9330-968c649eb2fe.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Reynolda Gardens 3 min drive \- 1.9 miles - Airbound Trampoline Park 3 min drive \- 1.3 miles - Reynolda House Museum of American Art 3 min drive \- 1.5 miles - Reynolda Manner Shopping Center 3 min drive \- 1.5 miles ### Getting around - Winston-Salem, NC (INT-Smith Reynolds) 8 min drive ### Restaurants - McDonald's 4 min drive - Panera Bread 4 min drive - Dunkin' 3 min drive - Mama Zoë Michael's Restaurant 4 min drive - McDonald's 4 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Deacon Stays: The Idlewilde - Walk to WFU pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Deacon Stays: The Idlewilde - Walk to WFU? ### What time is check-in at Deacon Stays: The Idlewilde - Walk to WFU? ### What time is check-out at Deacon Stays: The Idlewilde - Walk to WFU? ### Where is Deacon Stays: The Idlewilde - Walk to WFU located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Deacon Stays: The Idlewilde - Walk to WFU Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 24 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lori B. 24 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Quaint and Quiet Great place to stay with your family or friends. ##### Lori B. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kaye F. 26 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Lovely house perfect for a family group that included 3 kids parents grandparents and single uncle. Everyone had plenty of space and plenty of common space. Kutchen was complete all appliances were new and everything worked as expected. ##### Kaye F. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Neville L., Austin, TX USA 18 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Can’t go wrong Really great place to stay in Winston Salem. Close to Wake Forest and all the things the campus provides. Perfect for college visits with teens as there is a lot of room to spread out so everyone can have their own space. ##### Neville L. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jason l. 15 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Very Nice House was in a great location, very clean and comfy. Saw 7 deer in the front yard the first night and other wild life roaming around. ##### Jason l. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### amy H. 9 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great weekend stay visiting our Deac. We had the perfect weekend standing at Daniel’s place. Perfect location, quiet neighborhood. Enough sitting room for everyone to hangout and enjoy. The house was well stocked with eveything we needed to enjoy Easter dinner with our Deac. Will definitely be staying again. ##### amy H. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### kica w. 23 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful home, close to Wake Forest Beautiful home! Dropping off my daughter at Wake Forest, and had lots of room to enjoy time together and get organized for move in date. Very clean and organized. ##### kica w. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Catherine T. 5 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### It was great!!! Daniel was very communicative and easy to work with. The property was very clean and beautiful. ##### Catherine T. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lynne R. 29 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family fun in Wnston-Salem I was looking for a home to rent for my husband and I and two grown children and their spouses for a family wedding at Reynolda Village. I wanted at least 3 bedrooms and baths and Daniel's home was just perfect. It had everything we needed, was close to everything in a lovely neighborhood. the home was comfortable, immaculate and Daniel was responsive and helpful. This is a great home for a family with little kids or big ones and I would highly recommend you choosing this home if you're in the Winston- Salem area. ##### Lynne R. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Pegi B. 22 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Clean and comfortable accommodations. ##### Pegi B. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Eric J. 11 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Very nice house. Perfect for our family. Quiet neighborhood and quick access to stores and restaurants. ##### Eric J. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Holly M. 20 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location The location of the house was very convenient to campus. Our host was so helpful and checked in with us throughout our stay.The neighborhood is very safe. The home has a nice layout. We would definitely rent this again! ##### Holly M. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Juan Carlos R. 6 Sept 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful Very nice place. ##### Juan Carlos R. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### nathan s., North Carolina 7 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Winston Salem gem Very nice house with a great host. Would definitely recommend. ##### nathan s. Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### elizabeth j. 26 Dec 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family Christmas in WS Lovely home and Amazing location! Layout felt open and spacious, but at the same time very cozy. Wonderful hosts. ##### elizabeth j. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robert M. 5 Mar 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great property A+ ##### Robert M. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kirsten I. 7 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy I cannot say anything but positive things about our stay at this home! I was able to check in a bit early(the host did not have to let me check in early). This house was beautifully decorated and SOOOO clean! There was more than enough room, and we have 9 adults staying at the house. The neighborhood is quiet, the neighbors are friendly, and we were able to walk to a local bar from the house. Daniel was so communicative and kind! Thank you for letting us experience your home, and if I ever stay in Winston-Salem again, I will definitely be staying here. ##### Kirsten I. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Courtney H., Savannah, GA 23 Feb 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place for Family gathering We loved this house as a family gathering place. There was plenty of space to spread out. The house was clean and communication with the host was great. Kitchen had plenty of utensils and dishes to get us thru the weekend. Great place that we would love to stay at again! ##### Courtney H. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brian S. 10 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent Stay My wife and I recently got married in Winston-Salem and needed a place for us and our wedding party to stay. Daniels listing seemed like the best option, and it could not had been better. Very clean, conveniently located, and easily housed 9-10 people and 1 pet for our stay. If you are traveling with a large party I could not recommend this house or Daniel more! ##### Brian S. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amy C., Arlington 15 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent stay in close proximity to Wake Forest This is an excellent property within easy walking distance to the WFU campus. The property was immaculately clean and well stocked with all the necessary essentials, plus other touches that were very convenient like bedside USB charging stations. Everything was nice, new and in great condition. We liked being close to Wake, but not directly off Polo Rd. so it was a little quieter. We would definitely stay here again. ##### Amy C. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Debbie R. 21 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice place. We enjoyed our stay. The host was very responsive. The home had basic essentials. Would have liked to have had a Keurig coffee maker and perhaps a few more pots and pans. Also master bedroom bed was extremely firm and not comfortable as were 2 beds in one of the other bedrooms. ##### Debbie R. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### meredith l. 17 Nov 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wedding at Reynolda My daughter got married at Reynolds Village. This home was very close and convenient. The home is so cute and clean and plenty of space. The owner was easy to communicate with. I would recommend this home. ##### meredith l. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Beth B. 12 Oct 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely house for a WFU visit Excellent fit out, lots of room and super easy to walk to Wake. Host was wonderful. We will be back! ##### Beth B. Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dale P. 25 Sept 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### WS Very clean, quiet house and neighborhood. It was the perfect location for the football game at Wake Forest. We enjoyed our time there immensely. ##### Dale P. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022 ---