14 miles to UNC, 20 miles to Elon, 26 to Duke, 3 miles to Saxapahaw. Hot tub.

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Exceptional

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8278.7 sq m

Popular amenities

Hot tub

Barbecue grill

Washer

Outdoor space

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Check-in time

3:00 PM

Check-out time

11:00 AM

Explore the area

Mebane, NC

Tanger Outlet Center15 min drive
University of North Carolina20 min drive
UNC Medical Center22 min drive
Raleigh, NC (RDU-Raleigh - Durham Intl.)41 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

1st Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

2nd Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

Den

1 Double Futon

Loft

2 Single Beds

Queen Room

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

1st Master Bathroom

Shower only

2nd Master Bathroom

Bathtub or shower

Common Area Bathroom

Bathtub or shower

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Kitchenette

Balcony

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Discover a serene escape at our secluded retreat, set within 10 acres of pristine old-growth forest, yet conveniently located near Chapel Hill, Durham, and Raleigh. Our property offers a unique blend of natural beauty and modern comforts, perfect for those seeking a peaceful getaway with easy access to city amenities.

The house features expansive windows for panoramic views of the surrounding nature, a fully equipped kitchen for culinary adventures, and a cozy kitchenette for added convenience. Enjoy high-quality entertainment with our Sonos sound system and relax in comfort with our premium Kingsdown bedding.

Outside, extensive decks provide the ideal setting for basking in the sun or enjoying the shade, complemented by a hot tub for starlit relaxation. The property also boasts a historic tobacco barn, now a fun space for table games, and a vegetable garden for farm-to-table dining experiences.

Just a five-minute drive away, explore local gems like Pluck Farm Brewery, the Eddy Pub & Restaurant, and the Honeysuckle Tea House, among others.

Embrace the tranquility of our retreat, where luxury meets nature. Book your stay and find your haven of peace and rejuvenation.

Property manager

Bence Oliver

Languages

English

Amenities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Hot tub

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 30

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

No shoes in the house.

Important information

You need to know

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

Long-term renters welcome

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

About the area

Mebane

Located in Mebane, this holiday home is in a rural area. Franklin Street and Horace Williams House are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Children's Museum of Alamance County and Morehead Planetarium. Travelling with kids? Consider Coker Arboretum, or check out an event or a game at Kenan Stadium. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Mebane, NC

What's nearby

Tanger Outlet Center - 15 min drive
Franklin Street - 19 min drive
University of North Carolina - 20 min drive
UNC Medical Center - 22 min drive
Duke University - 34 min drive

Getting around

Burlington Station - 22 min drive
Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

‪54 West Live Music - ‬8 min drive
‪The Kraken - ‬9 min drive
‪Saxapahaw General Store - ‬7 min drive
‪Haw River Farmhouse Ales - ‬8 min drive
‪Ulvias Mexican Restaurant - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 14 miles to UNC, 20 miles to Elon, 26 to Duke, 3 miles to Saxapahaw. Hot tub. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 14 miles to UNC, 20 miles to Elon, 26 to Duke, 3 miles to Saxapahaw. Hot tub.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 14 miles to UNC, 20 miles to Elon, 26 to Duke, 3 miles to Saxapahaw. Hot tub.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 14 miles to UNC, 20 miles to Elon, 26 to Duke, 3 miles to Saxapahaw. Hot tub. located?

Located in a rural location, this family-friendly holiday home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Benjamin Vineyards, Tanger Outlet Center and Quarry Hills Country Club. Carrboro Farmers Market and The Artscenter are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Rachel B.

20 June 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to get away and relax!

We chose to stay here because the house was close to a wedding that we were going to and it worked out great! Very comfortable and spacious house to accommodate our family - highly recommend!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa P.

22 May 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful country setting

This is a wonderful home in a peaceful country setting between Graham and Carrboro. An easy 20 minute drive from downtown Chapel Hill. The house was clean and comfortable. Kitchen had modern appliances and was well stocked. There are several outdoor seating options as well as an amazing hot tub! The host was quick to respond and very accommodating. I highly recommend staying here!

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chip H.

7 Apr 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent retreat house

We had a great stay here and Bence was an excellent host. We enjoyed being a short drive to Saxapahaw and also having our spacious retreat area around the house. House is in great condition and in particular we really appreciated the very comfortable beds and pillows.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela K.

1 Apr 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Easter Getaway

This oasis was the perfect place. Bence was a great host. The house had everything we needed (or forgot to bring). Our oldest two children go to UNC and could not come home for the Easter weekend, so we went to them. The kitchen had the necessary tools/equipment to make a memorable Easter dinner. Having the hot tub and gaming area was an added bonus. We will be back!!!!

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela R.

5 Dec 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic house + excellent owner equals fabulous trip!

We had a great stay at this house in the woods. It is off the beaten path, but actually quite close to anything you need. Every thing is just as described and exactly as pictured. Our family used most of the amenities: bonfire, enormous tv, hot tub, and woodsy trail and we really appreciated the owner's careful attention to making sure all was ready for us. In addition, the owner was very responsive to all my questions leading up to the trip. Fantastic house + excellent owner equals fabulous trip!

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lori M.

2 Oct 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Close to Barn at Valhalla

Very convenient to our son's wedding venue and made it easy for us to go back and forth.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly W.

10 Sept 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect weekend retreat

I spent the weekend with friends at this wonderful escape tucked in the woods. The house was spacious, clean, and well appointed throughout. Every bed is comfortable, and the kitchen well equipped. The hot tub was relaxing, and even though it was raining most of the time, we enjoyed being surrounded by green outside the many windows. Very easy check in and check out, great communication from Bence. Highly recommend for a local getaway.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Phyllis A.

22 May 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great spot!

The property is very private and beautiful, a park-like setting. The house was perfect for our extended family gathering and Bence was responsive and helpful in every way. We would definitely stay at this property again!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amel M.

5 Apr 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely The Best

I have stayed at several BnB properties over the years (less during Covid, of course), and this was one of the best I have experienced. The house is more than comfortable, with a fabulous kitchen; the host is accommodating and helpful; and the amenities are outstanding. The property abuts a forest through which one can hike to a creek and on to a reservoir. The out-building, a vintage tobacco house, contains a ping-pong table, a foos ball table and a dart board, as well as a porch on which to just sit and admire the beautiful lawn --- on which one can play bocce with the balls provided by the host. The hot tub on the brand new deck is beyond relaxing, and was extremely clean. We were a group of seven adult men and we were able to sleep very comfortably in the beds provided. We did use one air mattress, for additional privacy, but we could have done without that. The host had prepared a bon fire in the fire pit, and set aside enough wood for us to keep the fire going well into the night. As the fire died down, the star gazing was magnificent. There are ample amenities nearby as well, such as groceries, breweries, restaurants and such all within 20 minutes or so. For a special treat, try the Farmers Market in Carrboro on Saturday mornings. You cannot go wrong with this property. Enjoy!

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Crystal T., Austin, TX

28 Mar 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spring Break at Bence's

My family drove from Texas to NC for Spring Break. We stayed at Bence's place for a few days to rest up for the long drive back to Texas. It was out in the country so it was nice and quiet but also had the modern conveniences of Wi-Fi and smart TVs. If you want to stay on property, there is plenty to do - an old tobacco barn with foosball, darts, and a ping pong table, a fire pit, and walking trails. If you want to go out, there are several towns about 20 minutes away - Chapel Hill, Mebane, Carrboro, and the cute town of Saxapahaw is only 5 minutes away. We really enjoyed our stay and are looking to go back in the summer so we can get even more use out of the hammock, hot tub, and outdoor decks.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dallas W.

26 Mar 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic local getaway

To describe the experience in a word, fantastic! Our family staycation exceeded all expectations. Naps in the hammock, ping pong and foosball tournaments, hot tubbing... This was a weekend when memories were made. Bence is a great host.

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sean M.

21 Mar 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sweet Carolina

We had a wonderful stay at this property. The house was beautiful, comfortable, and clean. The beds were clean and the hot tub was an added bonus. I would definitely recommend this property. We will be staying here again when we return in six months.

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

23 Nov 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Carolina On My Mind

The perfect trifecta for a North Carolina getaway...luxury, beauty and seemingly remote but still close to Chapel Hill. The entire home was spotless which served as a great first impression. Also, Bence created a welcome book detailing just the right places to go including the delightful village of Saxapahaw! We frequented The Saxapahaw General Store and “The Eddy” located just a few miles down the road, and intend to try Pluck Farm Brewery the next time we’re in town. We made our way to Chapel Hill for dinner which was a quick car ride away, but was surprised at how happy we were to return to the tranquility of our accommodations, particularly while sitting in Adirondack chairs under the stars. The tobacco barn (located on the property) was a cool bit of history and the short woodsy walk to "bootleggers mill" (also on the property) brought an unexpecteded fun bit of adventure to the weekend. If you are looking for a quiet getaway yet still close to the larger surrounding towns then you won't find a better place. Thank you Bence!

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

About the host

Hosted by Bence Oliver

I was born and raised in NY then spent most of my adulthood in different cities across the West Coast. In 2018 I moved to North Carolina for work and decided to settle-in for the foreseeable future.

I hope you enjoy this area as much as I do!

Why they chose this property

I have a 5 star rating renting half the house, so I decided to rent the entire home on VRBO. This home has a getaway feel while being close enough to all the surrounding cities for easy day trips.

Our little town of Saxapahaw is exceptional. There's plenty of activity, food, views and general fun all within 5 minutes of the house. Also, there's a private hiking trail on the property which showcases one of two inlets to the Cane Creek Reservoir.

What makes this property unique

This home offers access to only of the most beautiful parts of the Piedmont and without interruption. While private, this property is not isolating with plenty to do.