Welcome to this modern Durham retreat, nestled between Downtown Durham and RTP. Updated with a sleek kitchen, appliances, and smart TVs in the living room and master bedroom. Enjoy Gigabit AT&T fiber internet on your own network segment for maximum digital privacy. A quiet neighborhood offers a serene atmosphere while being centrally located to Duke University, Duke Hospital UNC Chapel Hill.
Reviews
8.88.8 out of 10
Excellent
Entire apartment
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 493 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
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About this property
The Thornberry @ Hillside Park
Downtown Durham (5m) - Downtown Chapel Hill (7m) - Duke University (8m) - Veritas Collaborative (10min) - Duke Hospital (9min) - Research Triangle Park (13min) - UNC Hospital/University (23m)
Updated with modern kitchen, appliances, foam King and Queen mattress. Fast Gigabit AT&T fiber internet. Unit is on its own network segment for maximum digital privacy. Smart TV in living room and master bedroom. Automated key entry and instant booking. Smoking and seating area outside. Very nice neighborhood. Dogs allowed. Host available 24/7 via for speedy check-in and immediate service. Washer and dryer in unit for long term stays. Space is quiet and very centrally located to downtown Durham, RTP, Duke University, Duke Hospital, UNC, NCCU. Guests may access all spaces. Located between Downtown Durham and RTP. Close to Duke University, Duke Hospital, NCCU, UNC and Southpoint
This unit is proudly an official QuantumSuite. Expect a higher level of service from a QuantumSuite as you would from a traditional hotel. Here’s why:
- Cleanliness: Our units are cleaned top to bottom for each new guest. This includes all kitchen appliances, floors, and dishes, along with new sheets. We sanitize and disinfect all touchable surfaces, remotes and switches. If you think something isn’t clean, tell us. We’ll clean it again!
- Book today for today? Check-in right away! Our staff are always ready for your booking inquiries and are available for instant booking. You do not need to hesitate to book with us for any of our units for the same day. We are available to chat with you and check you in 24/7.
- We use ultra high quality foam mattresses in all our units. The bed is the most important part of the stay because you spend most of your time in it.
- Bad backs are welcome! We get many compliments from guests after their stay about the mattresses we use. They are hand picked and provided in partnership with the Mattress Firm and are available at a discount to guests through an arrangement that we have with them, ask in chat. We welcome your sore back on our bed; we know that you will love them and get a great night's sleep!
- High Quality Sheets! What’s the point of having an awesome mattress without having soft, comfy sheets? Our units boast 100% Organic cotton cooling percale weave and soft breathable bed sheets and pillow cases. Lay down, slip into them and enjoy how fresh and comfortable they are.
- Fiber optic internet is always in all our units where available with Ethernet hand-offs for a direct, private connection up to 3GB: faster than WiFi! If you need additional Ethernet ports, we are happy to provide you with an ethernet switch free of charge, just ask us in chat.
- 24/7 Customer Service: Having any issue with your stay, want to make changes to your booking or need help? Customer service is available to you 24/7. Customer service inquiries are typically answered by the owner or a decision maker. We do not outsource or use robotic overseas workers to answer your chat. You are ALWAYS talking to a manager and we love to help.
- Self check-in always: You will receive a door code on the day of check-in to allow yourself in. Our door locks are mechanical and do not rely on electricity nor the internet to work. When you check-in, we are standing by through our smart doorbell in case you have any trouble.
- Neighborhood concierge: Want to know about local restaurants and points of interest from someone that has lived in the area for years? Need help finding a trustworthy realtor to find a new home in the area or long term rental? Our staff are happy to answer any questions you have about the area and love to help.
- All our units are entire homes. You are never sharing your space. The outside of our units are constantly monitored as all motion events are checked for anything out of the ordinary and all our units are well insured.
- Pet Friendly: We allow dogs and cats and have a cleaning process that removes all the hair for allergic guests.
- Light Blocking Shades in all Bedrooms: Enjoy sleeping in the dark!
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
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Access methods
Access code
Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
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, 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
About the area
Durham is home to this apartment. Eno River State Park and University Lake reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Durham Performing Arts Center and Sarah P. Duke Gardens. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at McDougald-McLendon Gymnasium, or consider a night out at Dean Smith Center. Visit our Durham travel guide
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much is parking at The Thornberry @ Hillside Park?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at The Thornberry @ Hillside Park?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at The Thornberry @ Hillside Park?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is The Thornberry @ Hillside Park located?
Situated in Durham, this apartment building is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Forest Hills Park and 2.3 mi (3.6 km) from Duke University. North Carolina Central University and McDougald-McLendon Gymnasium are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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The Thornberry @ Hillside Park Reviews
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All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Me and my family enjoyed staying at Trillium 2BR suite @ hillside park. The home was well maintained, providing a comfortable and welcoming atmosphere.
The host was incredibly responsive and attentive to our needs, ensuring our stay was smooth and enjoyable. The amenities were excellent, and the location was perfect, close to all the places we wanted to visit. Overall, it was a wonderful stay!!!
The apartment’s location was great, close to Duke University, to down town and great restaurants. The 2 bedrooms were very accommodating, spacious and clean. We did not use the kitchen but it was well equipped. Shower pressure was great. Overall stay was great.
Communication with Jason was effective. He was very responsive to our requests for fixing of a few issues. Rooms are well-sized and comfortable. Essential kitchen equipmen, pots and pans were available. In particular, vacuum cleaner was there which made it easy to clean up.Neighbourhood is safe. There is a public bus stop within a walking distance of 2 minutes.
My wife had extensive back surgery at Duke. This condo was convenient to the hospital. it was comfortable and clean. I would recommend for anyone having a procedure at Duke Medical.
The only issue I had was the price quoted increased as I booked the property.
Our visit centered around the Duke University Hospital several very tense days -- Trillium was a welcome place to return to and relax getting ready for the next day
Trillium is clean, up to date, very well equipped with everything you need -- we would stay there again
I stayed in this property for 14 weeks total. It’s a nice 2 bedroom 1 bath apartment in a quadraplex. Neighbors were nice. Nice backyard for the dog. Very responsive hosts! Definitely recommend.
I found the property to be as described. The internet was strong enough for me to work from the property. Everything was in good condition and clean.
Amy S.
Stayed 13 nights in Feb 2022
Verified
4/10 Poor
Alvon W.
8 Apr 2025
Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Left After 45 Minutes — Bugs Everywhere and Still Got Charged
I showed up late at night and immediately noticed bugs all over the place — floors, walls, even near the bed. It was super gross and clearly not cleaned properly.I ended up leaving by 3 a.m., less than an hour after arriving, because there was no way I could sleep there. What really blew my mind was that I still got charged for the night and a cleaning fee — even though I was barely there and the place wasn’t clean to begin with.
Alvon W.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified
2/10 Terrible
Casey T.
21 Jul 2024
Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
What a DUMP in a *sketchy* area
Arrived at this rental after driving for four hours. The rental was not clean. Hair all over the beds and linens. Food stuck to cooking utensils and counter tops. Floors needed to be swept and mopped. Can’t lock the bedroom window, but there is a burglar bar placed over it. The images of this place depicted on vrbo DO NOT match up to what I got. Broken, dinged up furniture, mildew on lamp shades and I was forced to pay an unrefundable “damage” insurance. I contacted the host regarding safety/uncleanliness. He sent a cleaning person over, but there was still toothpaste in the bathroom sink, broken, dusty blinds, hair everywhere. Just disgusting. I asked to pay for one night and the cleaning fee (even though I was only there for two hours) and get a refund for the remainder of the rental period. Host refused. I didn’t want to leave a bad review. I didn’t want to contact vrbo about this. Host refused the refund….SO, if you are looking to rent this property, don’t walk…..RUN to a better location that doesn’t have a musty odor like this one. What is described and depicted in images is not what you will get. In the wise words of Betty Davis “what a dump”.
This is a great location and a great place. We ended up extending our stay by almost 2 weeks and where very comfortable. It has a great backyard for those traveling with a pet. Would definitely stay here again!
Centrally located - easy drive to all area hospitals. Quiet neighborhood, nice back yard to walk the dog. Definitely recommend. I would certainly stay here again!