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Relaxing Raleigh Retreat w/Heated Saltwater Pool, HotTub, Screened Porch&FirePit

Relaxing Raleigh Retreat w/Heated Saltwater Pool, HotTub, Screened Porch&FirePit

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Lounge chairs, umbrellas, floating chairs, internet and bluetooth speakers.
A night of relaxation is waiting for you!
Living area
The updated eat in kitchen w/granite counters and a plethora of kitchen wares.
0.75 Acres...This place is a great staycation and only 20 minutes to downtown!

Overview of Relaxing Raleigh Retreat w/Heated Saltwater Pool, HotTub, Screened Porch&FirePit

Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8175 sq m

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill

Check out the area

Map
Raleigh, NC
  • Popular LocationBrier Creek Commons8 min drive
  • Popular LocationCrabtree Valley Mall8 min drive
  • Popular LocationNorth Hills Shopping Center12 min drive
  • AirportRaleigh, NC (RDU-Raleigh - Durham Intl.)14 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Living Room

2 Double Futons

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Hall Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Relaxing Raleigh Retreat w/Heated Saltwater Pool, HotTub, Screened Porch&FirePit

The property is conveniently located between Downtown Raleigh and Downtown Durham which makes it close to many popular destinations that most of our guests are coming to the area for.
RDU Airport - 7 miles / NC State Fairgrounds - 9 miles / NC State Univ. - 9.5 miles
Duke/Hospital - 17 miles / Downtown Raleigh - 10 miles / Research Triangle Park - 12 miles
UNC - 22 miles / Downtown Durham - 15 miles / WRAL Soccer Field - 10 miles

This 1881 sq. ft. of living space, located on 0.75 acres totally updated ranch house has been freshly painted, new hardwoods throughout and new plush carpet in the bedrooms. Beautifully decorated with new modern furnishings. The kitchen is equipped to make a snack or full on Thanksgiving dinner. The kitchen also has a breakfast nook with room for 7 at the unique poplar slab table. Brand new front load washer and dryer are located in the laundry closet in the kitchen. There is a separate dining area off the kitchen with seating for 8. The den has a vaulted ceiling with plenty of room for everyone to gather in front of the gas log fireplace, watch a movie on the new 55” Samsung TV or play a video game on the Xbox One. Maybe grab one of the boardgames or puzzles if you are trying to unplug with the family. If you are looking to getting away from all the goings on in the den, then step around into the quiet living room with 2 oversized chairs that you can curl up in and read a book or it can be converted to a 4th bedroom. 2 twin fold out beds with 7 inch memory foam mattresses, black out curtains and privacy screen. The living room also has a desk and wireless printer/scanner if you need to get a little work done. With wireless high speed gigabit internet everyone can be online with no problems. Down the hall, the 3 bedrooms each have a brand new plush mattress bed, 32” ROKU internet TV, USB plug-ins on both sides of the bed, sound machine, room darkening shades, high quality sheets, soft robes and ceiling fan. You are sure to get a good nights sleep. The master bedroom has a king bed and on-suite bathroom with a walk-in shower. The second bedroom has a california-king bed and the third bedroom has a queen bed. These two bedrooms share a full bathroom across the hall.

Don’t let a rainy day stop you from getting outside, from the den step outside onto the 150 + square foot screened-in porch with a big overhead fan, 2 large motion chairs, 2 hammock chairs, sun shades and a bistro set. Watch the birds and listen to the running water of a bubbling fountain. The outside (3/4 acre) has extensive gardens with fruit trees, berry bushes, fenced backyard and lots of relaxing outdoor seating. There is a fire pit with 6 Adirondack chairs. The backyard has plenty of room for outdoor games, which includes Corn Hole, Giant Jenga, Badminton, with light up birdies for night games, Bocce Ball and of course Croquet. We have also installed wonderful backyard landscape lighting. A large outdoor dinning table (seating for 6) with an umbrella and Weber gas grill to enjoy an outdoor barbecue.

The new in-ground heated (78-82 degrees) saltwater pool is complete and OPEN for your enjoyment March through November. The fenced pool is separate from the fenced backyard, so our visiting families with small children can enjoy the backyard without the worry of the pool. The pool measures 14 ft. x 30 ft. with a maximum depth of 5.5 ft. With a large sun-shelf on one end. The 1000 sq. ft. decking around the secured pool area has 4 adjustable lounge chairs, 2 chairs, (2) 9ft. umbrellas, 4 floating chairs and other pool toys all to make sure you have a most enjoyable and relaxing experience at our new saltwater-heated pool. The pool will be closed December, January and February.

The two car garage has plenty of room even for the big cars and the driveway has ample parking.

We do allow no more than 2 dogs up to 60 lbs. (dogs only! NO CATS!) There is a $150 fee. You must add them to your reservation. They must have a current rabies vaccination. They must be crate trained and well behaved. We provide a very large crate with bedding, dog bowls, waterproof dog blankets for them to lay on and a "soggy dog" towel for drying wet paws. They are not allowed on beds. Your fur baby must be freshly groomed and nails trimmed within a week prior to entering the house. They must not be left alone in the house, screened in porch or yard. If you need to leave them they must be safely in the crate. They are not allowed in the pool. We do have a kiddie pool that we can set up if they love water. Poop must be quickly bagged and disposed of in outside trash bin. As beautiful as the house is, it is a strange place to them. Please respect our rules so we can continue to offer this to other guests.

Lake Lynn Park is only 1/2 a mile down the road. With a 2.5 mile trail around the lake, tennis courts and play ground getting outdoors for a little exercise is just down the road. Food Lion is the closest grocery and NoRa Cafe sandwich, coffee, beer and wine shop are just a 1/2 mile north.

Here are the links to the 2 other places we have nearby.

3 miles away
https://www.vrbo.com/859119

11 miles away
https://www.vrbo.com/3013588

Property manager

Susan & Rob Bucklin
Premier Host
Premier Host

Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 26
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
No kids in hot tub under 5 yrs. Please list ages

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 50 lb per pet (limit 2 pets total)
$150 fee, max(2)crate trained dogs only(No Cats)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking on property
All dishes must be cleaned and all trash and recycling must be taken out to bins before checking out. Both bins to be rolled to the road on Sunday
No more than 5 people in hot tub at once. Close lid when not in use. If under 12 must be accompanied by an adult, under 16 supervised. No horse play.
No extra overnight guests. Failure to comply will be a loss of deposit. Let us know of visiting guests and how many. Report damage & nonworking items.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
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
Property Registration Number ZSTR-000073-2021

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Raleigh

Located on a lake, this holiday home is in Northwest Raleigh, a neighbourhood in Raleigh. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Red Hat Amphitheater, while those who have shopping on the agenda may want to visit Crabtree Valley Mall and North Hills Shopping Center. Travelling with kids? Make time for North Carolina State Fairgrounds, or head to an event or a match at PNC Arena. Kayaking and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and rock climbing nearby.
Map
Raleigh, NC

What's nearby

  • Brier Creek Commons - 8 min drive
  • Crabtree Valley Mall - 8 min drive
  • Frankie's Fun Park - 9 min drive
  • North Hills Shopping Center - 12 min drive
  • PNC Arena - 15 min drive

Getting around

  • Raleigh Station - 19 min drive
  • Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 3 min drive
  • The Luxury Box - 7 min drive
  • McDonald's - 4 min drive
  • Gizmo Brew Works - 9 min drive
  • Brigs Great Beginnings - 3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Relaxing Raleigh Retreat w/Heated Saltwater Pool, HotTub, Screened Porch&FirePit have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Relaxing Raleigh Retreat w/Heated Saltwater Pool, HotTub, Screened Porch&FirePit pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lb per pet.

What time is check-in at Relaxing Raleigh Retreat w/Heated Saltwater Pool, HotTub, Screened Porch&FirePit?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Relaxing Raleigh Retreat w/Heated Saltwater Pool, HotTub, Screened Porch&FirePit?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Relaxing Raleigh Retreat w/Heated Saltwater Pool, HotTub, Screened Porch&FirePit located?

Located on a lake, this family-friendly holiday home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Shelley Lake Park, Crabtree Valley Mall, and Lafayette Village. Brier Creek Commons and William B. Umstead State Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great as always!
Second time renter and as usual the property never disappoints! Comfortable, clean, relaxing and inviting...truly a home away from home.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for families
We all had some space to call our own. We thoroughly enjoyed the pool and hot tub, would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brittany G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely Stay at Relaxing Raleigh Retreat
Susan and Rob truly are such thoughtful hosts and that emanates in every area of their retreat! From cozy reading nooks to pet covers on the couch, a pre-set fire pit and even a s'mores kit ready to go -- we truly enjoyed having this spot as our home away from home. Perfect spot for us, my in-laws & the dog! What a dreamy backyard as well. Will look forward to booking again if in Raleigh!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thanksgiving at this relaxing retreat
First of all, Sue and Rob are great hosts. The stay started with a much appreciated tour of the house and outside by them…nothing left to chance. The house was stocked with everything you could want and it was very clean. We had a few questions during the stay that Sue answered immediately. And, the outside with the hot tub and fire pit were an added plus (we did not use the heated swimming pool). We also took advantage of the beautiful walking trails at Lake Lynn which is less than a mile from the house. Everything totally exceeded our expectations!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandra G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful home with beautiful landscaping
My sweet Lily Mae (Havashire) and I drove from Tuscaloosa to spend some quality time with family—adult grandkids who live in Raleigh/Durham area, son from Wilmington, and daughter who flew in from Ohio. The very friendly owners met us at the house to show us around and explain how things worked. They have thought of EVERYTHING to make for a wonderful stay, even beach towels to use after lounging in hot tub or at the pool. The house was immaculate and so well thought out for guests. They included coffee pods, fridge full of condiments (and even orange juice and wine), spice rack full of spices, pantry with staples, organic shampoos and cleaning products, etc., etc. The property is beautiful and so private. Just loved everything about this rental!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

About the host

Hosted by Susan & Rob Bucklin

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Rob and I have been hosting guests since 2014. We are semi retired and live very active life styles. We enjoy healthy cooking, gardening, our dogs (Hungarian Kuvasz), traveling when we can, hosting you and Hurricanes Hockey! We are scuba divers and love sailing. I am a stained glass artist and Rob loves to play tennis and pickle ball. We are both certified dog therapy teams. We loved Europe, Alaska and the Caribbean Islands; and someday look forward to traveling to Australia, Asia and Bora Bora.

Our Motto:
Live life day to day.... and to the fullest!

Why they chose this property

The house is very highly rated, private, quiet and convenient to RDU airport, RTP, NCSU, UNC, Duke, downtown Raleigh & Durham, shopping, parks, NC Museum of Art and some great restaurants to name a few things. Raleigh is a great area with always something going on. We are just four hours away from the Blue Ridge Mountains on one side and two hours from the beaches on the other side. We look forward to hearing from you.

What makes this property unique

We have equipped it with pretty much anything you could possibly need for a delightful stay. The outdoor space is so relaxing, with it’s bubbling fountain, screened porch, fire pit, hot tub and pool...there’s no need to leave. Living only a mile and a half away makes it very easy for us to quickly take care of any issues that may inhibit your most relaxing experience.

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