Nestled in a picturesque farm, this serene retreat offers a tranquil escape from the ordinary. With five bedrooms and three baths, unwind on the screen porch or alternate deck off master suite, and enjoy fishing at the pond or hiking around rolling pastures.
Reviews
1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10167 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air-conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
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About this property
Rent an experience not just a place to sleep
Escape the ordinary and step back in time. The uniqueness of this location will allow you to unplug from your worries completely, while remaining close to restaurants, pubs and shopping. A stay here is affording you all the conveniences of proximity to life in downtown but because you are tucked away inside of all these acres you feel like you are in your own paradise. In reality there is a supermarket two blocks away and a hospital 14 minutes away in the event of an emergency. This lush private setting on a picturesque farm is adjacent to a park with another park within a short walk. Come fish the pond or hike around the rolling pastures. The house has five bedrooms, three baths, a screen porch and alternate deck off master suite, as well as a large patio area with a fire pit. There are two king bedrooms, one queen room adjacent to a king room, perfect for families with children, and two double bedrooms, one of which is an antique four poster.. There is a pack and play for those traveling with young ones. The largest master on the first floor has a large sitting area with a queen size sofa bed and has a private bath with a 4 X 6 walk-in shower. Bedrooms equipped with TV, Wi-Fi and amenities. Sit on the screened porch and enjoy the incredible sunsets. Elon Univ18 miles, UNC Chapel Hill 15-20 minutes, Duke University is 21minutes. Ideal for a family retreat, girls get away or come work in a stress free environment in a quiet serene setting. Pack light because we have you covered. We provide high quality linens, toiletries, kitchen spices and oils as well as your morning coffee and your paper products. We aim to please.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the house: WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Ice maker
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
5 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
3 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Video library
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk
Desk chair
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
No lift
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Housekeeping on request
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In the city centre
Near a hospital
Next to a golf course
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights
Do not take the covers off the large pillows that match the bedspreads.
Please do not leave the bbq tools outside.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Rules
Tenants are not asked to treat the property like it was their own. However, we request that you NOT dye your hair or clothing on the property.
If you have children that love stickers, then please monitor that they are not putting them on the hardwood floors or cabinetry.
Any traveler that overstays without making the request to extend the date will be charged a penalty.
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
About the area
Located in Mebane, this holiday home is in the city centre and next to a golf course. Mill Creek and Challenge Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Putt-Putt Fun Center and Alamance Arts Council. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Burlington Athletic Stadium or Burlington Tennis Center. Visit our Mebane travel guide
Is Rent an experience not just a place to sleep pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Rent an experience not just a place to sleep?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Rent an experience not just a place to sleep?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Rent an experience not just a place to sleep?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Rent an experience not just a place to sleep located?
Located in the heart of Mebane, this golf holiday home is 2 mi (3.2 km) from Mill Creek and within 6 miles (10 km) of Tanger Outlet Center and Alamance Regional Medical Center Mebane. Fresenius Medical Care Mebane and Alamance Community College are also within 9 miles (15 km).
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We were down for Family Weekend at a nearby university. The home was the perfect size for our multi-generational family of 8. It has a lot of charm. I wish we had more opportunity to enjoy the property, but we were on-campus for most of our visit. Make sure to tell your spouse explicitly to continue down the drive around the first house so as not to bother the host who lives on site!
The home was everything we anticipated and more. Immaculate, comfortable and welcoming. Peaceful setting with easy access to Mebane and other area towns. We will very much look forward to staying here again when we are in the area.
We stayed here with our family while visiting for family weekend at Elon University. Spacious and comfortable, and such a beautiful setting! The farm is picturesque, especially the adorable new calves. So quiet and peaceful, you can't help but but get a great night's sleep! Thank you, we will certainly return when visiting Elon in the future.
If you are looking for a quiet retreat that is handsomely appointed, this is the spot! Whether you need a secluded workspace for some creative inspiration or you want to experience the unique joy of your children being excited about livestock, you won’t go wrong here…
Stayed at this house w/ my family over the Thanksgiving wknd. I liked how there were 5 bedrooms to accommodate 7 adults. The king beds were very comfortable. 1 double bed was very squeaky and a 2nd was very firm.
The host was quick to respond to texting.
We were so pleased with the Cates Farm house. My friends and I passed this homeplace constantly while growing up in Mebane. We enjoyed our stay and loved the country atmosphere.
Clean, spacious home on a quiet farm. Beautiful property set back off the main road but close to shopping center. It’s our family’s second visit there and we’d definitely go back!
We enjoyed the location. The convenience of having three full bathrooms, was a huge selling point for us! Having an outdoor seating area, as well as a screened in porch was great! We would definitely stay here again!
We had lots of room for 3 families including a separate room for a baby. Great outside area and screened in porch. Beautiful views of the farm and Angus cows and babies.
The property is beautiful, serene, and feels remote, yet the grocery store is less than a mile away. It was wonderful for us to all have our own rooms. The beds were very comfortable and clean. We'll be back!
We enjoyed our stay in this lovely remodeled and extended farmhouse. Both the remodel and add-on were done well. The furniture is also well done. Good quality and placement. I wish we had been there in warmer weather to enjoy the outdoors. We would definitely stay here again.
The house is spotless, the grounds pastoral. There was plenty of elbow room to make this the perfect landing spot for our entire family to come together.
The home was perfect for my daughter’s graduation from Elon. It is about 25 minutes from campus and perfect for multiple people to stay. The beds are comfortable and bathrooms clean. Mornings were spent looking out the window at the cows, chickens and cats. Beautiful and relaxing.
Girls weekend, party of 8.
House is located behind owners house on property. Plenty of bedrooms,furnished wonderful and had everything you would need to cook. Marsha the owner told us it use to be an old corn crib which she converted in this wonderful house. Will definitely be renting it again when back in the area
I could not asked for anything better. The house had everything we needed and Marsha was a most gracious host. Country setting and quiet. Thanks for sharing your home.
My family (including four couples and a toddler) visited the Mebane area for a wedding and decided to rent a house rather than coordinate a hotel. I'm so glad we picked this house! The property and home are beautiful, and the layout was perfect for our situation. My favorite aspect was the numerous bathrooms so there was no stress when we realized we were running late for the wedding and everyone had to get dressed at once!
Waking up to rolling fields through a giant picture window was really special. What a wonderful place!
The farm house is 5 stars all the way. It's quiet but close to everything. We enjoyed the screened in porch and the sitting areas outside with family and a few local friends. The house is clean, spacious, well equipped and the hosts were very friendly and responsive. Grocery stores, restaurants, home improvement stores are within minutes and Durham is only a 30 minute drive. You'll hear the birds singing in the morning and it's an extra bonus to watch the farm animals go about their daily routines.
This is one of the nicest and peaceful properties we have had the pleasure to rent on VRBO (and that other website). The farmhouse is so comfortable, with lots of space to spread out. The screen porch overlooks the fields and grazing animals and is a great place to relax. A large patio was perfect for grilling and relaxing. The kitchen is well stocked. The sheets and linens are comfortable and the home is spotlessly clean. We came to celebrate a college graduation but will return simply to enjoy this magical property.
This place is made for those that want to relax and get away from stress. The house itself is outstanding! Clean, up to date, spacious and comfortable. The location though is what makes is special. A farm (open space )close enough to Durham and Chapel Hill, and the RDU airport, but far enough out to make you feel isolated. Mebane, NC is a hidden gem. Great food and people.
I wouldn’t hesitate to book this special place again.
Thank you Marsha for making this available.
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