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Cozy Sawmill Cottage King Bed Large Private Yard
Welcome to our Cozy Sawmill Cottage in the heart of North Raleigh ! It's a 10-minute walk to Greystone Village with cafes, restaurants and shopping. We offer 1 King and 2 Queen beds, 55” Smart TV, a private backyard with a large deck and grill, coffee bar, and more. .☛ 6 miles from Duke, UNC and WakeMed Hospitals! .☛ 9 miles to NC State University! .☛ 18-minute drive to RDU Airport! Book with us and experience the best of Raleigh!
Accessibility
Neighborhood
Location, Location, Location - Walk or bike to several restaurants, cafe’s, breweries, shops, trails and lakes. This home is situated in North Raleigh, specifically in the *Stonehenge/Mine Valley* area, a well-established and family-friendly community. This neighborhood is known for its quiet, suburban feel with a convenient mix of nearby amenities and easy access to major roads.
Guest Access
You will have private access to the entire home for the duration of your stay, including the outdoor spaces. The only exception is the tree-house in the backyard and wood burning fireplace are both off limits. Sorry! Free parking is available in a private driveway and can accommodate up to two vehicles. Street parking is also available. We offer key-less self-check-in for your convenience We comply with and exceed all COVID-19 Airbnb sanitizing regulations and take extra measures to sanitize ALL bedding (including pillows) with enhanced steam sanitation between each guest. We have other similar properties in Raleigh and Durham so if your travels ever take you to surrounding areas, please reach out. We would love to host you at any of our properties!
Good to know
KEY FEATURES: ☀ Open floor plan on a quiet Cul De Sac ☀ Updated en suite and large walk in closet ☀ 3 comfortable bedrooms; 1 kings, 2 queen ☀ Fully stocked kitchen updated appliances ☀ Cozy living room w/ 55-inch smart TV, L-couch, board games, and puzzles ☀ Coffee bar with all the fixins ☀ Snacks and water ☀ High-speed Wifi ☀ Fully stocked bathrooms ☀ Front porch with chairs and table ☀ Washer + Dryer ☀ Iron and Ironing Board ☀ Located near downtown Raleigh ☀ Free parking ☀ Park-Like backyard with huge deck and grill ☀ Free parking with private driveway ☀ 6 port Charging Station in every room ☀ Pet friendly ☀ Air Purifier ☆☆ BEDROOMS + BATHROOMS ☆☆ There are three stylish bedrooms, one king-size bed and two with comfortable queen beds. Two spacious bathrooms, en suite is renovated and has a beautiful walk in tile shower, tall vanity. Shampoo, conditioner, body wash, hand soap, blow dryer, extra toilet paper and trash bags are all provided. ☆☆ KITCHEN & DINING ☆☆ The home features an open kitchen with a large refrigerator, deep stainless steel sink, glass electric stove top, oven and microwave. The dining area offers a buffet counter for serving or mixing cocktails and has plenty of room to comfortably host family dinners. We provide everything you'll need to cook and clean up after a delicious family meal including cookware, dishes, utensils, dishwasher pods, cutting boards, cookie sheets, and more. The dining table can comfortably seat four people with two more at the kitchen counter. ☆☆ LIVING ROOM ☆☆ There’s a large 55-inch smart TV as well as a comfortable L-shaped leather couch, comfortable reading chair, a collection of board games, and more! ☆☆ OUTSIDE SPACE ☆☆ While there are plenty of outdoor activities nearby, the house also provides its own outdoor space for guests to enjoy. There are plenty of seating areas for guests to sip morning coffee or enjoy a glass of wine as the sun goes down. There's a front porch with table and chairs and a large deck overlooking the wooded backyard! Need storage? We’ve got that covered too. There is a large shed in the backyard if you need to store bikes, or extra items for longer stays. Your safety matters. So we have outfitted the property with smoke and carbon monoxide detectors as well as fire extinguisher and first aid kit. ★☆ Book now & let us take care of you in Raleigh! ☆★
Other Details to Note
Discover nearby attractions within reach including: Walk or Drive (under 3 miles)… 10 minute WALK (.5 miles) - Greystone Village ☀ Sola Coffee Cafe - Great cafe with yummy coffee, breakfast/lunch, beer/wine. ☀ Kai Sushi & Sake Bar - Never been but good reviews. ☀ Gonza Tacos Y Tequila - Great Mexican food and margaritas. ☀ Imperial Garden Chinese Restaurant - Best Chinese food in Raleigh. 3 minute DRIVE (.9 miles) - Peachtree Market ☀ Vinnie's SteakHouse & Tavern - Pricey but great food, atmosphere and service. ☀ Pho Sure - Vietnamese food. Never been but great reviews. ☀ La Rancherita Mexican Restaurant 5 minute DRIVE (2 miles) - Six Forks Station Shopping Center ☀ Milton's Pizza & Pasta - Casual, family owned with great food and salad bar. ☀ Rudino's Rooftop - Great pizza, garlic knots & sandwiches (on homemade bread). ☀ Sassool - Yummy Mediterranean food. ☀ Poppyseed Market - Colorful bistro with sandwiches, salads & wine bar. 7 minute DRIVE (2.5 miles) ☀ Creedmoor Cafe - Family owned breakfast/lunch, homemade soups. ☀ ChowChow Pizza Bar - Indoor/outdoor seating. Love the brussel sprouts! Grocery Stores ☀ Food Lion - Lead Mine Road (1 minute drive, .5 miles) ☀ Lowes Foods - Strickland Road (6 minute drive, 2 miles) ☀ Harris Teeter - Creedmore (6 minute drive, 1.7 miles) ☀ ALDI - Creedmore (7 minute drive, 2.3 miles) Universities & Colleges - Meredith College: 8 miles - North Carolina State University (NC State): 10 miles - Duke University: 25 miles - Wake Technical Community College: 15 miles - University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (UNC): 26 miles Hospitals - Duke Hospital: 5.9 miles - Wake Med Raleigh: 5.8 miles - UNC Rex Hospital: 6.6 miles Local Recommendations Raleigh offers many fantastic museums (NC history, Science, Art), historical locations (ie. old NC state capital) as well as quaint boutique stores and restaurants (A large majority of Raleigh’s businesses and restaurants are locally owned). You are close to Raleigh’s biggest park (William Umstead Park) as well as many other hiking trails and lakes such as Lake Lynn and Shelley Lake. The list of great restaurants and bars/breweries is endless, but here are some of our favorites: Breakfast Brigs Great Beginnings Restaurant 8111 Creedmoor Road Suite 169 First Watch Multiple locations Creedmore Cafe 8315 Creedmoor Road Date Night The Pit (Downtown) 328 W Davie Street The Peddler Steakhouse 6005 Glenwood Avenue Angus Barn Steakhouse* 9401 Glenwood Avenue *The Angus Barn, a Raleigh icon serving American style cuisine including in-house aged steaks, fresh seafood, local grown vegetables and homemade desserts prepared by Chef Scott James and his staff. The Barn hosts an award-winning wine cellar, the famous Wild Turkey Lounge, Meat Locker smoking lounge, and private dining tables. Christmas decor is a must see but always busy so make a reservation! Vegetarian/Vegan Irregardless Café 901 W Morgan Street Lunch/Dinner/Casual Manchester’s Grill 9101 Leesville Rd # 153 Bars Most of Raleigh’s nightlife happens on Glenwood Ave downtown near the beer garden; there are multiple bars and clubs on both sides of the street. Our favorites are Watts & Ward, Highgarden, Cornerstone and Raleigh Beer Garden. OTHER Favorite Spots/Activities: Beach - Wrightsville Beach Mountain Town - Black Mountain, NC Lake - Lake Gaston Yoga - Indigo Hot Yoga Roof Top - Lynnwood Grill or Rudinos Sweets - Goodberry’s Frozen Custard Bloody Mary Bar - Clouds Brewing Local Pub/Pool Hall - Sharky’s Place Irish Pub - O’Malley’s
What this place offers
Common
- Essentials Towels, bed sheets, soap, toilet paper, and pillows
- Air conditioning
- Cleaning products
- Cooking basics Pots and pans, oil, salt and pepper
- Dishes and silverware
- Dryer In the building, free or for a fee
- Washing Machine In the building, free or for a fee
- Hair dryer
- Heating Central heating or a heater in the listing
- Kitchen Space where guests can cook their own meals
- TV
- Wifi
Bathroom
- Body soap
- Conditioner
- Shampoo
- Bathtub
- Hot Water
- Shower gel
Bedroom and laundry
- Bed linens
- Hangers
- Iron
- Clothing storage
- Extra pillows and blankets
- Room-darkening shades
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Transportation - Raleigh-Durham Int'l Airport (RDU): 11.5 miles - Uber and Lyft readily available - Public transportation: There are nearly 40 bus routes in Raleigh. Standard single-day fare is $1.25, and you can purchase a seven-day or week-long pass. R-Line runs every 15 minutes at the regular fee. The route starts at Raleigh Union Station and ends at the Raleigh Convention Center.
Approximate location. Full address will be provided on booking.