The Downtown Dorothea - Park, Walk to Raleigh! - Raleigh

The private backyard with fully fenced yard is perfect for enjoying a quiet evening. Complete with ights and outdoor seating for a relaxing and memorable trip! Great for pets and kids, too!  - The Downtown Dorothea - Park, Walk to Raleigh! - Raleigh
The spacious living room features a 50" smart TV, pullout sofa, and comfortable seating for 4! Barstools in the kitchen are nearby too. Our favorite part of the room is the tall ceilings and natural light.  - The Downtown Dorothea - Park, Walk to Raleigh! - Raleigh
Relax! Put your feet up! This outdoor patio is all yours and has comfortable outdoor furniture, patio lights on a timer, and fully fenced backyard. - The Downtown Dorothea - Park, Walk to Raleigh! - Raleigh
The comfortable queen bedroom has a closet and also a dresser! Full length mirror, too. This bedroom is immediately accessible to the outdoor patio and has ensuite access to a full bathroom.  - The Downtown Dorothea - Park, Walk to Raleigh! - Raleigh
The main floor great room has soaring ceilings, an open layout, and living, dining, and kitchen areas combined for gathering and entertaining. - The Downtown Dorothea - Park, Walk to Raleigh! - Raleigh
The full kitchen is full stocked and loaded. Many guests say this is the most well-appointed short term rental they've ever stayed at. Kitchen has pots, pans, spices, utensils, coffee, tea wine opener, cocktail making supplies, etc.  - The Downtown Dorothea - Park, Walk to Raleigh! - Raleigh
The living room is located immediately upon opening the front door. Enjoy being greeted by the tall ceilings and open layout. We love this home!  - The Downtown Dorothea - Park, Walk to Raleigh! - Raleigh
The living room gathers around the smart TV. - The Downtown Dorothea - Park, Walk to Raleigh! - Raleigh
The abundance of natural light from two expansive glass windows. The wood and glass door effortlessly creates a captivating ambiance in the living room. - The Downtown Dorothea - Park, Walk to Raleigh! - Raleigh
The living room has a seating area under a big window and is perfect for reading a great book with coffee or catching up with loved ones in the living room. - The Downtown Dorothea - Park, Walk to Raleigh! - Raleigh
The kitchen is fully equipped for making and enjoying meals!  - The Downtown Dorothea - Park, Walk to Raleigh! - Raleigh
Queen bed in the downstairs bedroom with adjacent full bathroom. Access to outdoor patio, too!  - The Downtown Dorothea - Park, Walk to Raleigh! - Raleigh
Get cozy and sleep in with 1000 count cotton linens. - The Downtown Dorothea - Park, Walk to Raleigh! - Raleigh
The downstairs bedroom has direct access to the outdoor patio and private backyard. - The Downtown Dorothea - Park, Walk to Raleigh! - Raleigh
The downstairs queen bedroom is large and spacious, and has all the amenities needed to help you feel at home - including a dresser and a full-length mirror. - The Downtown Dorothea - Park, Walk to Raleigh! - Raleigh
Stunning wall-hanging mirror, complemented by a wood cabinet storage and an exquisite mirror. - The Downtown Dorothea - Park, Walk to Raleigh! - Raleigh
Step into the enchanting entrance, offering a glimpse of our serene bedroom. - The Downtown Dorothea - Park, Walk to Raleigh! - Raleigh
Enjoy the tranquil backyard from this cute patio with plenty of seating!  - The Downtown Dorothea - Park, Walk to Raleigh! - Raleigh
The outdoor patio has lights on an automatic timer for nighttime enjoyment!  - The Downtown Dorothea - Park, Walk to Raleigh! - Raleigh
Our king bed room adorned with fresh linens, ambient lamp, and graceful curtains, framed by a captivating glass window. - The Downtown Dorothea - Park, Walk to Raleigh! - Raleigh
Our king bedroom is adorned with sleek white wood storage cabinets, accompanied by a stylish standing lamp. - The Downtown Dorothea - Park, Walk to Raleigh! - Raleigh
The entrance unveils an awe-inspiring interior that promises an extraordinary experience. - The Downtown Dorothea - Park, Walk to Raleigh! - Raleigh
Our amazing tea set, chair set, and welcoming reception create an enchanting atmosphere. - The Downtown Dorothea - Park, Walk to Raleigh! - Raleigh
Our fully equipped kitchen, complete with state-of-the-art appliances, and the expansive glass window. - The Downtown Dorothea - Park, Walk to Raleigh! - Raleigh
Our exquisite black tea set is a testament to timeless sophistication. - The Downtown Dorothea - Park, Walk to Raleigh! - Raleigh
Our exceptional branded coffee maker, accompanied by all the essential accessories for a delightful brewing experience. - The Downtown Dorothea - Park, Walk to Raleigh! - Raleigh
Make yourself a cocktail! We've thought of all the little details. - The Downtown Dorothea - Park, Walk to Raleigh! - Raleigh
Our fully equipped kitchen, boasting a modern refrigerator and a fitted oven. - The Downtown Dorothea - Park, Walk to Raleigh! - Raleigh
The upstairs loft with desk is perfect for working from home! (The wifi router is nearby if you need to plug in an ethernet cable.) - The Downtown Dorothea - Park, Walk to Raleigh! - Raleigh
Gas range in the kitchen with all stainless steel appliances. - The Downtown Dorothea - Park, Walk to Raleigh! - Raleigh
Enjoy watching movies or your favorite streaming shows in our living room. - The Downtown Dorothea - Park, Walk to Raleigh! - Raleigh
Bathrooms are fully stocked with towels, hair dryer, and even q-tips and makeup towels.  - The Downtown Dorothea - Park, Walk to Raleigh! - Raleigh
The half bath upstairs is accessible from the bedroom and office. - The Downtown Dorothea - Park, Walk to Raleigh! - Raleigh
An ideal location awaits near RedHat and Dorothea Dix park, welcoming you with open arms at its inviting entrance. - The Downtown Dorothea - Park, Walk to Raleigh! - Raleigh
The second floor bedroom has a half bath right nearby.  - The Downtown Dorothea - Park, Walk to Raleigh! - Raleigh
While the home was built in the early 1900s, it's been completed renovated from top to bottom, and features a totally modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances. - The Downtown Dorothea - Park, Walk to Raleigh! - Raleigh
Seamless connection and effortless flow define our attached kitchen and living room. - The Downtown Dorothea - Park, Walk to Raleigh! - Raleigh
The large main-floor bathroom has a combination shower and tub and laundry on-site. We provide laundry detergent and all shower amenities for a comfortable stay. - The Downtown Dorothea - Park, Walk to Raleigh! - Raleigh
The fully loaded kitchen includes all the basics - and plenty of extras, like a blender, hot water kettle, and plenty of coffee and tea. You'll also find a tea kettle, spices, and other extra touches that will make your stay remarkable. - The Downtown Dorothea - Park, Walk to Raleigh! - Raleigh
Red Hat Ampitheater is 0.5 miles away, about a 10 minute walk by foot or 2 minutes by car! - The Downtown Dorothea - Park, Walk to Raleigh! - Raleigh

The Downtown Dorothea - Park, Walk to Raleigh! - Raleigh

The Downtown Dorothea - Park, Walk to Raleigh!
5 Guests · 2 Bedrooms · 1.5 Bathrooms · Vacation Home · Entire place · 1155 Sqft
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Part of Dorothea Gardens, this urban cottage was completely renovated in 2012. This charming neighborhood is Raleighs version of SFs painted ladies!
-WALK DOWNTOWN!
-Perfectly situated near RedHat, Dorothea Dix park, walking trails, Raleighs night life
-Private backyard and cozy patio with outdoor lighting and seating!
-Fully equipped kitchen for cooking
-1.5 baths, 2 bedrooms (1 queen, 1 king)
-Sleeper sofa
-50 Smart TV
Great for group and family getaways in all Raleigh has to offer!

FRONT PORCH
Enter the home through the main entrance from the front porch overlooking the charming downtown neighborhood, and walk into the open-concept main floor living space.

KITCHEN
Make a relaxing meal in the remodeled kitchen, where youll find all stainless steel appliances including a 4-burner gas range and oven. Mix up a cocktail while youre at it (plenty of ice in the ice maker), or brew a pot of tea for you and your guests. With seating at the island for four, and a fully stocked kitchen with all the pots and pants, utensils, bakeware, etc., youll be able to prepare all the meals you like. If thats not your speed, order a meal in, or walk to downtown Raleigh. Amazing restaurants are only 10-15 minutes away by foot, or 5 minutes by Uber or Lyft.

LIVING ROOM
The living room is open to the kitchen for easy entertaining. 50 smart TV and seating for 4. The sofa is also a sleeper. Weve got plenty of extra linens and pillows if youd like to bring a 5th!

BEDROOM ONE
The first floor bedroom sits at the back of the home with views out onto the back patio and fenced in backyard. The plush queen bed has 1000 count linens and plenty of pillows! Dresser and closet for storage - and private entrance to full bath. Overhead fan for those who like airflow!

MAIN BATHROOM
Shower, tub, and washer dryer for your use! Youll find plenty of towels, shampoo, conditioner, body wash, a hairdryer, and even towels for removing makeup.

SECOND BEDROOM
The second bedroom is upstairs. KING SIZE bed frame from Article! Room darkening curtains for perfect sleeping. Overhead fan! And half bath upstairs for your use, too.

HALF BATH
There is half bath upstairs for your use, too. Both bathrooms have hairdryers, makeup towels, and extra special touches like cotton balls and cotton swabs to help make your stay easy and comfortable.

OFFICE
The office is accessible by passing through the second bedroom. It sits in a loft overlooking the first bedroom. The modem and router are in this room for those who wish to plug directly into the modem for an ethernet connection.

PATIO & BACKYARD
The private patio has seating for 4-5 people. The outdoor lights are on an automatic timer and will turn on when it gets dark! The backyard is fenced in and is all yours. There is a little fire pit in the back, and a little shed where we like to do morning yoga! Bring your mat!

WALKABILITY
This is a superbly comfortable home. Its so well appointed and so well stocked - and so close to everything downtown Raleigh has to offer. The home is in a quiet residential neighborhood while being a short walk from fine dining, great restaurants, loads of entertainment, and downtown Raleighs city lights. Its an oasis in the city! Perfect for your trip to our states capital.

PARKING
Off street parking: We have room for 1-2 cars in our driveway. There is also free street parking right out front for those who have more than 1-2 cars or are driving large vehicles.

Youll have the entire home to yourself! Dedicated parking for 2 cars in driveway with additional street parking available. Private fenced-in backyard with patio.

Adjacent to Boylan Heights, this communitys tall, narrow homes combine space and views with the convenience of newer construction. Often compared to San Franciscos Painted Ladies, this charming neighborhood features homes with rooftop decks that offer stunning skyline and Dix park views.

Nearby historic Boylan Heights is consistently listed as one of the most attractive areas near downtown Raleigh. Great walking!

WHATS NEARBY
Boulted Bread, Dorothea Dix Park, Downtown, Sam Jones BBQ, Vault Craft Beer Shop, Red Hat Amphitheater.

Easy parking for cars! Walkable to downtown Raleigh - or easy to catch an Uber or Lyft to wherever youre headed.

There are stairs to enter the home and access the second bedroom upstairs.
There is an Amtrak station about half a mile away. You can hear the trains.

PETS
For those who wish to bring pets, please note that we charge $75 per pet. Please inquire if youd like to see our pet policy prior to booking. Thank you.


CANCELLATIONS
The cancellation policy applies to all bookings. An additional $150 cancellation fee will be charged to cover credit card processing and admin fees on all cancellations.

RENTERS AGREEMENT
A signed renters agreement is required for all reservations, as well as a picture of a government-issued photo ID and a picture of your credit card used to book showing only the last 4 digits and your name. This is to prevent credit card fraud and is meant to protect you as the renter and us as hosts.

DEPOSIT
We require a $300 deposit for each reservation, which will be processed 3 days before your arrival. As long as there is no unexpected damage to the home, deposits are automatically refunded in full in 7 days.

Sleeping Configuration

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1 king bed, 1 queen bed, 1 sofa bed

What this place offers

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IconFull Kitchen
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IconBalcony
IconHigh Speed Internet
IconDesk
IconDesk Chair
IconSmart TV

Nearby activities

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Suitability

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Child friendly
Crib/Pack 'n Play
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No events allowed
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No smoking allowed
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No Parking

Meet The Host

Erin
Owner
Erin
Erin has been hosting since 2014. She manages homes in Florida, North Carolina, Montana, and Missouri and LOVES hospitality and interior design.
IconMember since: August 2022
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Scenic views

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Exact location provided after booking.

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Policies and Rules

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Check In: 4PM - Flexible
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Check Out: 11AM
Minimum age limit for renters: 21
Maximum occupancy: 5
House Rules
Absolutely no parties. $750 violation fee.
No smoking or vaping indoors or $250 violation fee applies.
Well behaved pets welcome with $75 per pet fee. Ask about our pet policy to ensure a happy stay for all.