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Amazing Airbnb and Vrbo rentals around Raleigh

Check out some of the coolest, most unique Airbnb and Vrbo rentals around Raleigh and plan for your next adventure or staycation.

The front of a small purple house with trees on either side.

Book a cute cottage like this one and explore Raleigh for the weekend.

Photo via Vrbo

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Whether you’re looking to visit Raleigh in style for the weekend or are a local in need of an unforgettable staycation, we’ve compiled a list featuring 17 of some extraordinary rentals in our city that are worthy of a trip for you, your partner, the bestie, or the whole squad this year.

Just a heads up: Prices may vary depending on dates selected, taxes, and booking and cleaning fees (sorry, Airbnb and Vrbo make the rules, we just follow them).

Colorfully designed

The Cozy Cottage
Staying with a large group but don’t want to sacrifice on style? This cottage is cute and feminine with white and pink colors and has a sprawling, tranquil lawn.

  • ~$224 a night
  • 3 BD | 1 BA
  • Stocked kitchen, marble shower, firepit, fenced-in yard

Oakwood Bungalow in Downtown Raleigh
The wallpaper and tile details make this home stand out. Relax on the wide porch or walk to nearby restaurants and cafes.

  • ~$186 a night
  • 2 BD | 2 BA
  • Newly renovated, pets welcome, private parking, fenced-in yard

One Bedroom Residence
Bring a pop of bright color into your life with this corporate apartment that’s walking distance to Raleigh Beer Garden and MoJoe’s Burger Joint.

  • ~$83 a night
  • 1 BD | 1 BA
  • Full kitchen, professional staff, toiletries provided

Remodeled, large Raleigh home
An Instagrammable wall, large fire pit, and sleeping room for ten are all included in this house.

  • ~$244 a night
  • 4 BD | 3 BA
  • Fitness room, foosball, linens and towels provided

Heart Of The City
This house features fun color accents, unexpected decor, and a renovated bathroom including a large shower.

  • ~$212 a night
  • 2 BD | 3 BA
  • Fireplace, fully stocked kitchen, fire pit

Cozy Boho Cottage
A clean, modern, and picturesque choice that we’d book for the purple couch alone.

  • ~$206 a night
  • 3 BD | 2 BA
  • Linens and towels provided, washer and dryer, parking and carport

Tiny but mighty

New Downtown Studio
Perfect for a couple or a single staying a few nights in Raleigh, relax into lush greenery that’s steps away from City Hall, the NC State Capitol, and several of our city’s incredible museums.

  • ~$132 a night
  • 1 BD | 1 BA
  • Private entrance, bamboo bedding, patio, bikes for loan

Raleigh Tiny Shed
Make your stay a unique experience in a 500-sqft, two-level shed updated with every comfort.

  • ~$126 a night
  • 1 BD | 1 BA
  • Fenced yard, parking, linens and towels provided

Fairy tale cottages

The Rose Garden Retreat
Stay close to The Raleigh Rose Garden in this cute and comforting home.

  • ~$154 a night
  • 1 BD | 1 BA
  • Linens and towels provided, washer and dryer, fire pit

La Vie En Rose
The purple cottage of your dreams, with an updated and polished interior for modern comfort.

  • ~$216 a night
  • 2 BD | 1 BA
  • Linens and towels provided, washer and dryer, parking

Raleigh Mill House
This house was hand-built by a local industrial designer and looks like it grew right out of the woods.

  • ~$126 a night
  • 3 BD | 2.5 BA
  • Self check-in, private garden, rainfall showerheads

Historic Downtown Raleigh Garden Guest House
Location, price, and aesthetics combine in this guest house nestled into downtown.

  • ~$78 a night
  • 1 BD | 1 BA
  • Private porch, carbon neutral, EV charging station

Cozy Upscale Cottage
A cottage with plenty of outdoor greenery and a large firepit.

  • ~$104 a night
  • 2 BD | 1 BA
  • Self check-in, front porch, 44" HDTV with streaming services

Outdoor oases

Peaceful, Cozy Home
A clean and minimalist interior meets a fantastical porch with a tree growing right through it.

  • ~$98 a night
  • 2 BD | 1 BA
  • Fenced-in yard, blackout curtains, washer and dryer

Cookie’s Garden Suite
Lush gardens and greenery surround this fun and whimsical bungalow.

  • ~$85 a night
  • 1 BD | 1 BA
  • Self check-in, washer and dryer, no cleaning fee

Pineview Place
This house has a large furnished outdoor area, a light and airy interior, and a picturesque front entrance.

  • ~$252 a night
  • 2 BD | 2 BA
  • Peleton, washer and dryer, fully stocked kitchen

Home with Outdoor Oasis
A large outdoor couch and glass fireplace take this house to the next level.

  • ~$268 a night
  • 3 BD | 2 BA
  • Linens and towels provided, grill, games and books
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