Cheerful Family-Friendly Home: Ample Outdoor Space - Raleigh

Seasonal garden and fire feature enhance relaxation. Outdoor lighting available. - Cheerful Family-Friendly Home: Ample Outdoor Space - Raleigh
Gas grill - Cheerful Family-Friendly Home: Ample Outdoor Space - Raleigh
Guests enjoy access to the upstairs via the front door entrance. Hosts use the downstairs via a separate entrance when in Raleigh. - Cheerful Family-Friendly Home: Ample Outdoor Space - Raleigh
King Sleigh bed with bathroom suite - Cheerful Family-Friendly Home: Ample Outdoor Space - Raleigh
Queen bed - Cheerful Family-Friendly Home: Ample Outdoor Space - Raleigh
Twin over full bunk bed - Cheerful Family-Friendly Home: Ample Outdoor Space - Raleigh
Large Living room open to kitchen and dining room - Cheerful Family-Friendly Home: Ample Outdoor Space - Raleigh
Dining room attached to kitchen - Cheerful Family-Friendly Home: Ample Outdoor Space - Raleigh
Cheerful Family-Friendly Home: Ample Outdoor Space - Raleigh
Open entertainment area - Cheerful Family-Friendly Home: Ample Outdoor Space - Raleigh
Open Living room is bright with eastern light. Comfortable sectional sofas hide a twin sleeper bed. 50 inch Roku tv with streaming channels for your viewing entertainment. - Cheerful Family-Friendly Home: Ample Outdoor Space - Raleigh
50 inch Roku TV has great sound for movies or sports or shows. - Cheerful Family-Friendly Home: Ample Outdoor Space - Raleigh
The multi-level decks are just a step away. Back porch views the brick patio and seasonal garden. - Cheerful Family-Friendly Home: Ample Outdoor Space - Raleigh
Covered deck patio - Cheerful Family-Friendly Home: Ample Outdoor Space - Raleigh
King sized bed with Roku TV. - Cheerful Family-Friendly Home: Ample Outdoor Space - Raleigh
The master bedroom has an ensuite bathroom - Cheerful Family-Friendly Home: Ample Outdoor Space - Raleigh
Large kitchen countertop is great for buffet service and extra seating for meals. - Cheerful Family-Friendly Home: Ample Outdoor Space - Raleigh
King suite bathroom - Cheerful Family-Friendly Home: Ample Outdoor Space - Raleigh
Open kitchen is spacious and easy to navigate. New appliances include a stackable laundry center and microwave, dishwasher, stove and fridge. The kitchen window faces west and looks out onto the deck - Cheerful Family-Friendly Home: Ample Outdoor Space - Raleigh
Dining room, kitchen, and living room are unified. Enjoy hanging out, preparing meals and eating with your group. Plenty of space! - Cheerful Family-Friendly Home: Ample Outdoor Space - Raleigh
Our kitchen has plenty of space for everyone to prepare meals and visit. - Cheerful Family-Friendly Home: Ample Outdoor Space - Raleigh
The Sectional sofas are so comfy! - Cheerful Family-Friendly Home: Ample Outdoor Space - Raleigh
Life in Raleigh! NC has so many beautiful days just for sitting and relaxing. Lots of birds visit the backyard. Frogs jump in the fish pond. Fire features are below on the brick patio and above on the upper deck. - Cheerful Family-Friendly Home: Ample Outdoor Space - Raleigh
A few more steps to the propane grill and fire feature. - Cheerful Family-Friendly Home: Ample Outdoor Space - Raleigh
The upper deck is the perfect setting for relaxing. - Cheerful Family-Friendly Home: Ample Outdoor Space - Raleigh
The flower garden is seasonal and in winter there may not be more to see than fish in the pond! However, it springs to life in April and blooms into the fall. - Cheerful Family-Friendly Home: Ample Outdoor Space - Raleigh
Large screen smart TV - Cheerful Family-Friendly Home: Ample Outdoor Space - Raleigh
Open living room to kitchen and dining room - Cheerful Family-Friendly Home: Ample Outdoor Space - Raleigh
Twin over Full bunk room - Cheerful Family-Friendly Home: Ample Outdoor Space - Raleigh
Dining for 6 - Cheerful Family-Friendly Home: Ample Outdoor Space - Raleigh
Bathroom in the Hall features a tub/shower combination. Plenty of towels for your group. We also offer travel sized shampoo/conditioner and body wash. - Cheerful Family-Friendly Home: Ample Outdoor Space - Raleigh
Open living room for entertainment - Cheerful Family-Friendly Home: Ample Outdoor Space - Raleigh
Full kitchen stocked with cookware, utensils, dishes, blender, coffee maker (with enough coffee, cream, and sugar for the first morning). Laundry center is easily accessible and has a few laundry supplies for your stay. - Cheerful Family-Friendly Home: Ample Outdoor Space - Raleigh
Full Large Kitchen - Cheerful Family-Friendly Home: Ample Outdoor Space - Raleigh
Fish pond - Cheerful Family-Friendly Home: Ample Outdoor Space - Raleigh
Fire feature on the brick patio. - Cheerful Family-Friendly Home: Ample Outdoor Space - Raleigh
Cheerful Family-Friendly Home: Ample Outdoor Space - Raleigh
Guests enjoy the upstairs, 3 bed/2 bath of this brick home. The front door is the main entrance. Parking is on the rocks in the driveway. - Cheerful Family-Friendly Home: Ample Outdoor Space - Raleigh

Cheerful Family-Friendly Home: Ample Outdoor Space - Raleigh

Cheerful Family-Friendly Home: Ample Outdoor Space
8 guests · 3 bedrooms · 2 bathrooms · Vacation Home · Entire place · 1330 Sqft
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Welcome to your home away from home in Raleigh! This newly remodeled 1330 sq. ft. brick home is centrally located and perfect for resting after exploring the city.



The modern, family-friendly home boasts a fully-equipped kitchen with granite countertops and stainless steel appliances, a convection oven, and gas stovetop with 4 burners and a griddle burner. The family dining room has a table that seats 8 and there's a laundry center in the kitchen.



The upstairs guest space features 3 bright and comfortable bedrooms, including a king-sized bed, queen-sized bed, double bed, twin bed, and a twin sleeper sofa. Each bedroom has a Roku TV, room darkening curtains, extra seating, a chest of drawers, clothes bar in the closet, and extra blankets. The master bedroom has an en suite bathroom with a 4 ft. by 4 ft. shower, while the second bathroom in the hallway features a tub/shower.



Enjoy the multi-level decks and brick patio, complete with two fire features, a fish pond, and seasonal garden. Perfect for coffee in the morning or sharing a meal outside, these outdoor spaces are beautifully lit at night. The backyard is spacious enough for stretching out, while a Pack and Play, crib sheets, high chair, and baby safety gate are available for families.



Located in a calm and safe family-friendly neighborhood, the property is just 15 minutes from downtown Raleigh, PNC Arena, Dorothea Dix Park, and the NC State Fairgrounds and Farmer's Market. Within a mile or two of the house, guests will find plenty of shopping and dining options, including Sam's Club, At Home store, Lowe's, Food Lion, and Walmart Supercenter.



Guests are welcome to park in the driveway and access the upstairs of the house through the front door. The hosts live downstairs when they're in Raleigh, while guests have full access to the upstairs living room, kitchen, and dining room. The front porch and driveway are well-lit, and guests can enjoy access via a smart lock.

Sleeping Configuration

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Master
1 king bed
This Bedroom has an ensuite bathroom with 4x4 foot shower.
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Bedroom 2
1 queen bed
This bedroom has a queen bed and small sofa.
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Bunk Room
1 bunk bed
This twin over double bunk accommodates 3 people.
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Living Room
1 rollaway bed
The living room has a pull out twin sofa and can accommodate 1 person. There are room darkening curtains in the living room.

What this place offers

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IconIron & Board
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IconOven
IconPrivate Garden
IconFire Pit
IconHigh Speed Internet
IconLaptop friendly workspace
IconSmart TV
IconSecurity Cameras

Nearby activities

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Suitability

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Child friendly
We offer a pack'n'play for little ones, a high chair (Foldable style) and a few toys for littl ones.
Children's books and toys
Crib/Pack 'n Play
High chair
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No events allowed
Raleigh does not allow Short Term Rentals to host events
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No smoking allowed
There is no smoking or vaping permitted on the property. Smoking will incur a $200 fee and a cancelation of the booking
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No Parking
Parking is offered in the driveway. Please be mindful of neighbors if you need to park in the street, not to block driveways. Guests may park on both sides of the driveway.

Meet the Host

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John
Owner
We are a couple with four children and a love for the Smoky Mountains. We are developing a hospitality business in the Smoky Mountains, including luxury cabins, small cabins, and a glamping campground (HospitableHomes.com) We have a passion for travel; having explored Mexico and Central and South America, we aspire to visit Europe, Africa, and the Mediterranean. Our homeschooled children go with us wherever we go. As followers of Jesus, we believe in the Biblical principle of hospitality and aim to embody it in our business and personal lives. We like the out of doors but hate the heat. We should probably live in Alaska. We try to live life to its fullest with our kids in tow.
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IconMember since: November 2019
IconSpeaks: English , Spanish
IconResponse rate: 100%
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Scenic views

Overlooks a pond across the street, has seasonal garden and water feature
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Location

This location is 6 miles from downtown, 1.5 miles to the 440 beltline and 2 miles to I-540.
City

Getting around

Our location offers easy access to public transportation with the bus line just a few blocks away. Downtown Raleigh is only an 8-minute drive from our place, where you can find the Duke Energy Center and Red Hat Amphitheatre, the Convention Center, and the State Farmers Market. NC State University is also just a few miles from downtown. The inner belt (440) line is only 1.5 miles away, and it's only a 10-minute drive to Carter Finley Stadium, PNC Arena, and the North Carolina State Fairgrounds. The outer belt line (540) is 5 miles away, and it takes only 15 minutes to reach RDU Airport and the Research Triangle Park. There are plenty of shopping options nearby, including three Walmarts within 5 miles and the Triangle Town Center Mall. You can find large chain restaurants within 5 miles, as well as many local ones. If you're looking to explore beyond Raleigh, Cary, Apex, Knightdale, and Morrisville are just a 20-minute drive away. Durham and Chapel Hill are 30-50 minutes away, where
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Directions

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These directions are for planning purposes only. You may find that construction projects, traffic, weather, or other events may cause conditions to differ from the map results, and you should plan your route accordingly. You must obey all signs or notices regarding your route.

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Policies and Rules

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Check In: 4PM - Flexible
The last four digits of the phone registered will be the door code. Checking in after 4 unless prior arrangements are made. Check out before 11 am. If can accommodate early check in we will. Often we will only be able to allow check in after the cleaner has finished.
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Check Out: 11AM
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No pets
We cannot accommodate pets or ESAs
Minimum age limit for renters: 21
We may be able to host younger guests, and often require a deposit
Maximum occupancy: 8
Additional guest possible. Discuss with host
House Rules
- Send us a picture of your government ID within 24 hours of your booking. It is a security measure and we require it for all bookings at this property. -Include all guest's names and contact phone number. We like to know who will be staying. Any person not included in the booking is not allowed to stay the night. Adding guests is easy, so just ask if you need help with this. -We love our neighbors, so we like to keep it quiet after 10: 00 pm. and before 7 am. - No parties, music outside, people not listed on the reservation, or coming and going throughout the night. While we do not permit parties, networking, or pregaming, or events but we often host friends or family who are meeting up. Raleigh is a great place to meet and relax. - We are unable to accommodate smokers or those who vape, or who use recreationally inhaled vapors. There is no smoking or use of recreationally inhaled products inside the house or on the deck, stairs, landing, backyard, side yard, brick patio, driveway or front yard of the house. If you or any of your guests smoke anywhere on this property, your reservation will be terminated and you will be asked to leave immediately, and you may be subject to a $200 fee. The outside of the house is under video surveillance. - Just treat our home like you would yours, with care and attention! - Accidents happen. Should anything break or get stained (e.g., coffee cup hits the floor or lipstick on towels), just let us know and leave a few dollars on the counter before you leave. We understand and it's okay. Please do not take the clothes hangers, towels, pillows, or linens. - We are easy to get along with and very approachable. It is not a bother to us for you to ask for help, advice, or directions. If there is anything that we may be able to do for you please ask. -Our family is in and out of Raleigh. When in town, we live downstairs and have a separate entrance. The only space we share is the driveway and backyard where we access the basement. There is a potential for noise.No smokingNo petsNo parties or eventsCheck-in is anytime after 4:00 PM
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Payment Policy
Full payment is due at the time of booking.
Cancellation Policy
Cancel anytime 31 days or more from the time of your reservation and we will be glad to refund your payments. It may be necessary to refund you via check, as a credit card refund may not be possible.
Canceling 30 days or closer to your reservation forfeits any payments made. If we are able to replace your booking with another one, we will be glad to refund the nightly rate and the cleaning fee when we receive the payment for the new booking.
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