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From Stables To Glamping, The 6 Coolest Vacation Rentals Around Raleigh

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Published on September 29, 2017
From Stables To Glamping, The 6 Coolest Vacation Rentals Around RaleighPhoto: Airbnb

With tons of greenery all around and a lively downtown with a variety of restaurants and bars, Raleigh is a great city to keep in mind for your next getaway. But finding the right vacation rental isn't always easy.

To lessen the pain, we rounded up six great rentals, from a traditional family home to a horse stable and more, that travelers can look into when planning their next trip.

Family Getaway

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This 3,200-square foot home in Raleigh, which comes with a fully stocked chef's kitchen and four bedrooms and two and a half bathrooms, is large enough to house 16 people comfortably. The family house is especially ideal for those with small children, as it features an indoor ping pong table and large backyard with trampoline, swings, slides and playhouse. The house also has a private access to the greenway, "which is a series of hundreds of miles of trail that connect to various parks and open spaces across Raleigh." Rates are from $350 / night.


Relaxing Ranch With Hot Tub

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Situated between downtown Raleigh and downtown Durham, this newly renovated space comes complete with three bedrooms, two bathrooms, a full kitchen and an indoor fireplace. In addition to new furniture and carpeting, the 1,881-square-foot-space also has a hot tub on the back deck that's comfortable for five people. Round out your stay with outdoor games like cornhole, giant Jenga, badminton, croquet and more. Rates are from $220 / night. 


Modern Suite Near Downtown Raleigh

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This bed-and-breakfast near downtown Raleigh features a fully stocked kitchen, one bathroom, one bedroom and a great room with sleeping arrangements for 8-12 people. Although pets aren't allowed, there is plenty to keep you busy. The backyard has a large back deck with stringed lights, a grill, a small pond, a circular table for eight, and a hammock. Rates are from $127 / night. 


Raleigh Horse Stable 

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For something different, how about a night in a horse stable? The apartment is located on the second floor of a boutique barn owned by Whispering Hope Stables, and offers two bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, an office and a large living room with a 72" television. Choose to play air hockey in the apartment or head outside to roam around the 70+ acres of space " for a haven of tranquility." Rates are from $115 / night. 


Peaceful Home With Saltwater Pool

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This peaceful retreat is kid-friendly and features three bedrooms, three bathrooms, high speed Internet, and a new Smart HD TV. Complete with an outdoor eating area, a saltwater pool, mineral based hot tub, fire pit, and outdoor tennis table, there are plenty of ways to enjoy your time. The master bedroom also has its own private deck that's perfect "for happy hours or bird watching." Rates are from $250 / night.


Downtown Glamping

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Experience the outdoors in downtown Raleigh, with nights spent in a 24-foot Mercedes Sprinter RV. The RV can accommodate three people, thanks to one bathroom, and a studio room with two beds. Complete the experience with a nap on the hammocks, a dip in the hot tub or a casual night under the stringed lights by the fire pit. Rates are from $65 / night. 


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