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The Yellow House/sleeps 12/Families/Relocation/Retreats/ near NCSU/Raleigh/Cary

Family-friendly holiday home in Raleigh with a fitness centre

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Escape to Country Escape, a unique retreat designed by renowned architect Robert Stern and featured in Life Magazine. Nestled on 2 acres of land, this spacious home boasts a large deck perfect for gatherings and outdoor games like badminton. Inside, unwind in the bonus room with foosball or convert the poker table into a bumper table for family fun.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 10297 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Gym

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Yellow House/sleeps 12/Families/Relocation/Retreats/ near NCSU/Raleigh/Cary


*******SPECIAL RATES AVAILABLE@The Yellow House Raleigh***


Situated on a peaceful 2-acre lot
Fresh linen
Free parking in the premises
6.8 miles from downtown Raleigh
6 miles from North Carolina State University
Wake Med Soccer Park and Triangle Aquatic Center are within 5 miles

This house was inspired by the iconic 1994 Life Magazine Dream House designed by renowned architect Robert Stein. Perfect for family gatherings or relaxing getaway.

The space

Fantastic Home to call it a Home
Perfect for Contractors working in a business away from home
Excellent location
LONG term booking discounts
Also we provide short term lets Raleigh for anyone looking to stay for a few weeks/months
Ideal for temporary accommodation or relocatoin stays in Raleigh area

Why You’ll Love It

    •    Outdoor Fun: Enjoy bean bag toss, or gather on the spacious deck with a dining table for 12. String lights create a magical ambiance for evening get-togethers.
    •    Indoor Entertainment: The bonus room features a relatively large smart tv, foosball, a game table, a blue ray dvd player as well as for cds, a chess set, card games and trivia for the whole family and space for all to relax.
    •    Ample Sleeping Arrangements:
    •    Main house: 3 bedrooms.PUS basement as the 4th (bedroom)
    •    Basement suite: A 500 sq. ft. retreat with a queen bed, a single bed , a private bathroom, and refrigerator.
    •    Bonus room: (attic) A cozy 340 sq. ft. attic space.
    •    Nanny room: Adjacent to the main floor master bedroom with a trundle bed (2 singles). There’s a room divider provided for you for a little privacy.

Modern Comforts

    •    Water Filtration: Enjoy fresh, triple-purified water perfect for drinking and cooking.
    •    Air Quality: Equipped with air purifiers for your health and comfort.
    •    Romantic & Family-Friendly: Gather around the gas fire pit for cozy evenings under the stars (instructions provided upon request).

The Owners & Privacy

The homeowners reside in a private mother-in-law suite (left wing part of basement) with its own entrance and will ensure your stay is undisturbed. They’re available if needed but respect your privacy fully.
Three levels set up, perfect for group privacy
Important Details

    •    No unregistered guests; additional guests incur a $30/person fee.
    •    Terms & conditions, as well as a copy of your current driver’s license, are required prior to your stay.
    •    This property does not accommodate pets due to severe allergies—thank you for understanding.

Nearby Attractions

Nestled in a quiet, secluded area, the property is perfect for peaceful walks near a local equestrian center, while remaining close to all the attractions Raleigh has to offer.

This is more than a stay; it’s a place to create lifelong memories. Book your Country Escape today and experience the charm and serenity of this one-of-a-kind retreat!

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: There's a $250/n penalty for smoking in the house.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Foosball table
  • Gym
  • Table tennis
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 3,200 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Rules

No heavy drinking, No gambling, No loud music at any time during your stay. Quiet time is from 11 pm and 7 am.
Instant booking ,if no dogs/no smoking, may book & send the signed contract after booking no later than 2 weeks before arrival or risk cancellation

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: not childproof/

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
There's a $250/n penalty for smoking in the house.

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
Long-term renters welcome
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
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

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

City Living Rural Community Ncsu/downtown Raleigh Cary House
City Living Rural Community Ncsu/downtown Cary House
City Living Rural Community Ncsu/downtown Raleigh Cary
City Living Rural Community Ncsu/downtown Cary
City Living Rural Community Ncsu/downtown Raleigh Cary House
City Living Rural Community Ncsu/downtown Cary House
City Living Rural Community Ncsu/downtown Raleigh Cary
City Living Rural Community Ncsu/downtown Raleigh Cary House
City Living Rural Community Ncsu/downtown Cary House
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City Living Rural Community Ncsu/downtown Cary
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About the area

Located in Raleigh, this holiday home is in a rural area. Historic Yates Mill County Park and Boylan Bridge are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Lake Wheeler Park and Kentwood Park. Travelling with kids? Make time for North Carolina State Fairgrounds, or head to an event or a match at Lenovo Center. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, waterskiing and parasailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking. Visit our Raleigh travel guide
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What's nearby

  • After heavy rains in the area I hoped for more water coming over the wall but nope. Anyway I decided to try and be different, not shoot the same scene as everyone else. Here it is!!!
    Historic Yates Mill County Park
    6 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Mama with babies 😍🦆🐥
    Lake Wheeler Park
    7 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Aerial view towards suburbs of a city in central Kentucky with Lexington greens shopping plaza on Nicholasville road and New Circle road on the foreground
    Crossroads Plaza
    7 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Beautiful park to hike or rent kayaks and have very scenic trails. I went there during sunrise.
    Lake Johnson
    7 min drive - 7.3 km
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    North Carolina State University
    10 min drive - 10.7 km

Getting around

  • Raleigh Union Station
    17 min drive
  • Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
    23 min drive

Restaurants

  • Circle K
    9 min drive
  • Bojangles
    8 min drive
  • Circle K
    7 min drive
  • Ruckus Pizza, Pasta & Spirits
    8 min drive
  • Craft Public House
    8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Yellow House/sleeps 12/Families/Relocation/Retreats/ near NCSU/Raleigh/Cary pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Yellow House/sleeps 12/Families/Relocation/Retreats/ near NCSU/Raleigh/Cary?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Yellow House/sleeps 12/Families/Relocation/Retreats/ near NCSU/Raleigh/Cary?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Yellow House/sleeps 12/Families/Relocation/Retreats/ near NCSU/Raleigh/Cary?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is The Yellow House/sleeps 12/Families/Relocation/Retreats/ near NCSU/Raleigh/Cary located?

Located in a rural location, this family-friendly holiday home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Lake Wheeler Park, Crossroads Plaza, and Cary Towne Center. Historic Yates Mill County Park and Lake Johnson are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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The Yellow House/sleeps 12/Families/Relocation/Retreats/ near NCSU/Raleigh/Cary Reviews

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Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 166 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 166 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mary L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was perfect for our family. It was clean and comfortable and just how it was shown online.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

lorraine m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was gorgeous and spacious. But more important than that, the hosts were readily available to answer questions from the time of booking until we left and were super flexible. They reached out a few days in advance to make sure the beds/furniture would be arranged the way we needed before we arrived. An all-around great experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We had a great time!

We had a wonderful time and greatly enjoyed the outside dining area and beautiful view.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tom F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay at The Yellow House

We had a fantastic stay at The Yellow House. Plenty of room , very clean and Linda was fantastic at communicating ! Would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victoria C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

We loved every minute of our family gathering, it was a very inviting space. We loved the fireplace, the porch, and the neighborhood in general, we had a fabulous time!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

LaKisha H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Experience

Great location and amenities! Clean and comfortable!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Yellow house in Raleigh

Overall very nice house, clean, quiet neighborhood
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carla B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Raleigh horse show

Great set up. Kids had a blast in the downstairs sweet.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Todd W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good trip

Good clean house
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Madison H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Visit! Loved quiet neighborhood!

Had a great stay here- Tons of space and we basically spent all of our time on the back patios, back decks, and outside. It has incredible outdoor space. We hope to go back next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

NC State Graduation

Perfect location. Less than 20 minutes to graduation ceremonies. Well appointed home in a great neighborhood. Perfect for our big family. The owners are kind and helpful - even put up a congratulations banner for my daughter.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacey Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Big Yellow House

It was perfect for our needs. There were 9 of us. Plenty of areas to relax, ample space for us to eat together as a family and a relaxing atmosphere. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amy

Great place to house 8 to 10 guests. Large kitchen/dining area was awesome to visit and play games! We had one warm evening to enjoy the patio. Just make sure to pick up extra toilet paper!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Virginia C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Christmas stay 2024

This was a wonderful home with plenty of room for all. Our only surprise was the Nanny Room was only an alcove off the the kitchen, not a private bedroom. Owners were very responsive to questions we had. Beautiful natural surrounding s.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

John M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Suburban Raleigh Getaway

The very yellow house had its charm. We walked everyday. Found some great diners not too far away. Enjoyed the quiet nights. The host (Linda) was very easy to communicate with. All of the amenities in the house worked well. We came home with laundry done!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexia P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Staff Retreat

We used The Yellow House during business hours for 2.5 days. Linda was accomodating and generous - even allow us to check out a little later than normal so we could wrap up our Staff Retreat. It was a great time! Well appointed and cozy. The outdoor space was lovely and exactly what we wanted!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family birthday

The house was plenty big for the 8 of us. The area had plenty of places for us to choose to eat! We will definitely recommend it and stay there again if we are in that area. Thank you Linda for making it perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heidi M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family gathering

Beautiful home, very clean, quiet location, and property manager very accommodating. I may have missed this in the property description, property manager(s) on site.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carl M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome Place!!!

We were in town for a family wedding, stayed Wednesday thru Sunday. Great area, very close to everything, quiet neighborhood and all of the amenities you would ever need. Everything about the trip was made easy! I absolutely recommend that you try this place. Fantastic experience!!! 5+ Stars for sure!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family gathering for a birthday celebration

We had four families come together for a weekend celebration with ages ranging from 1 to 78. The house was perfect - large enough for people to have their own space as well plenty of room to all be together. The home is well equipped and the owners very responsive. If we ever need a place to stay in the Raleigh area, The Yellow House will definitely be our top choice!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Steve B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
The location was beautiful! The house was ok - it could use some updating for more relaxing spaces and furniture. I wasn't expecting to have the owners on the property so that made things feel different from any place I had stayed before. I won't ever rent a place where the owners are living down stairs. The lighting inside needs updating - and the kitchen is not outfitted as well as we thought it would be. It didn't have the vibe we hoped for.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tremayne G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Home

Mrs. Linda and her husband are the two sweetest people you can ever meet. There home is beautiful and very accommodating and they make sure to be there with whatever you need to have a full experience. We loved the house and hopefully we get to stay again soon. Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cul-de-sac Delite!

Large house with everything you need! Big yard, quiet neighborhood and lovely hosts at this house. Great location for families needing a place to stay for an event at The Meadows at Firefly Farms. Only 5 minutes from this wedding venue. Was a great option for our group of 3 couples and 3 children versus hotel rooms farther away from the wedding we were attending. Distinct separate areas in the house for multi-family needs!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kris E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Everything You Need!!!!!

Very impressed…Beautiful home on a big piece of property…. Amenities galore. We did not need a thing…. Amazing back porch to hang out on…Easy drive to everywhere you may want to go… I recommend going to The Blind Pelican restaurant if you have time… it’s about a 20 minute drive… Sooooo worth it.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Amy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great outdoor deck

The outdoor deck is a great asset of this house. It is private and accommodates a large group. The house was clean with comfortable beds in the bedrooms, nice bathrooms, and a kitchen stocked with all that we needed. It comfortably sleeps 8 people with 4 full beds. The only downfall is that we didn't find the day bed and pullout couch to be comfortable so this is something to consider if you have to sleep more than 8 people. Otherwise, we enjoyed this home.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024