At this holiday home you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of University of North Carolina and Gimghoul Castle. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and free WiFi. .Home features 3 bathrooms, a fireplace and a living room. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A dining area, a fenced private garden and a Smart TV are also available. .This smoke-free holiday home offers a garden and barbecues. Additionally, you'll find a hot tub and laundry facilities. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this Chapel Hill holiday home include UNC Medical Center and Franklin Street.
University of North Carolina - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
Gimghoul Castle - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
North Carolina Botanical Garden - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
Finley Golf Course - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
William and Ida Friday Center for Continuing Education - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
Getting around
Durham Station - 23 min drive
Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) - 26 min drive
Restaurants
COOK OUT-NC - 3 min drive
Chick-fil-A - 3 min drive
Circle K - 19 min walk
Chick-fil-A - 4 min drive
Bartaco - 3 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Spacious Chapel Hill Retreat Near UNC | Hot Tub, Fire Pit, Sleeps 12.
Welcome to The Ram’s Retreat, your centrally located home away from home—perfect for families, large groups, UNC football weekends, basketball games, graduations, and unforgettable Chapel Hill getaways. Nestled in a peaceful wooded setting just minutes from UNC, Kenan Stadium, the Dean Smith Center, and Franklin Street, this spacious retreat offers the perfect blend of comfort, privacy, and convenience.
Designed for connection and relaxation, The Ram’s Retreat provides a warm, inviting atmosphere where guests can create lasting memories. Gather in the spacious main living room, unwind on the comfortable sectional sofa, or enjoy seamless indoor-outdoor living with sliding doors opening directly to the expansive back deck.
With two distinct living areas, two dining spaces, and three thoughtfully designed levels, your group of up to 12 guests has plenty of room to spread out, relax, and reconnect—whether visiting for game days, family reunions, campus tours, or extended stays.
Outdoor Oasis
Step outside to your private outdoor retreat, the heart of the home:
• Private hot tub for relaxing after UNC games or exploring Chapel Hill • Spacious outdoor dining area • BBQ grill for cookouts and tailgating-style meals • Cozy fire pit for evenings under the stars • Peaceful wooded views for added privacy • Comfortable outdoor seating for group gatherings
The Space
Main Floor: • Fully stocked modern kitchen with granite countertops • Dining room • Spacious living room • King bedroom • Full bathroom
Second Floor: • King bedroom • Queen bedroom • Shared full bathroom
Lower Floor: • Separate living room • Kitchenette • Breakfast nook • Double bedroom • Two twin beds • Full bathroom • Additional futon sleeping spaces
UNC Sports & Campus: • University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill – ~3 miles / 8 min • Kenan Memorial Stadium (UNC Football) – ~3.5 miles / 9 min • Dean E. Smith Center (UNC Basketball) – ~4 miles / 10 min • Morehead Planetarium & Science Center – ~3 miles / 8 min • Ackland Art Museum – ~3 miles / 8 min • Carolina Basketball Museum – ~4 miles / 10 min
Franklin Street Dining & Nightlife: • Top of the Hill Restaurant & Brewery – ~3 miles / 8 min • Carolina Coffee Shop – ~3 miles / 8 min • Linda’s Bar & Grill – ~3 miles / 8 min • Sutton’s Drug Store – ~3 miles / 8 min • Mediterranean Deli – ~3.5 miles / 9 min
Outdoor & Nearby Attractions: • North Carolina Botanical Garden – ~5 miles / 12 min • Battle Park Trails – ~3 miles / 8 min • Bolin Creek Trail – ~4 miles / 10 min • Southern Village – ~5 miles / 12 min • UNC Hospitals – ~3.5 miles / 10 min • Duke University – ~12 miles / 25 min
Why Guests Love It
• Ideal for UNC football weekends • Perfect for basketball games, tournaments & campus visits • Spacious layout for large groups and families • Hot tub + fire pit + private wooded deck • Close to stadiums, restaurants & Franklin Street nightlife • Peaceful retreat after exciting game days
Your Ultimate Tar Heel Home Base
Whether visiting for a sold-out football Saturday at Kenan Stadium, an unforgettable game at the Dean Smith Center, family reunions, graduations, or a relaxing Chapel Hill getaway, The Ram’s Retreat offers the perfect home base for your UNC experience.
Enjoy the best of both worlds—game-day excitement just minutes away, and a peaceful wooded retreat to unwind afterward.
Security Notice
For guest safety and property security, exterior security cameras are located only at entry points and monitor access areas. There are no interior cameras or cameras covering private outdoor spaces such as the hot tub, fire pit, or deck, ensuring full guest privacy throughout your stay.
Book now and enjoy Chapel Hill in comfort, space, and convenience!
House Rules: • No smoking or parties. • Pets allowed with a $250 fee (please inquire). One well behaved and trained dog under 15 pounds is allowed. The fee covers extra allergy and sanitation cleaning that is involved. • Check-in: 4:00 PM, Check-out: 11:00 AM. • Maximum number of guests allowed will be 12. There is an additional charge of $25 per guest per day after 10 guests due to extra linen and cleaning required.
Security: For your safety and the security of the property, exterior security cameras are located at the entry points of the home. These cameras monitor the exterior only and do not have any views of interior spaces or private outdoor areas like the hot tub, ensuring your complete privacy. Driveway parking is available and street parking is prohibited. No smoking: Smoking is prohibited inside the home and on the premises. Quiet Hours: As a courtesy to our neighbors, 9:00pm to 9:00am are quiet hours. Please keep noise minimal at all times. No events or parties: Parties, gathering, and other social functions are strictly prohibited. No extra guests: Guests should not have unregistered guests or visitors. Trash: Guests should leave trash sorted in the garage trashcans.
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)
Fire extinguisher
General
Garden
Unit size: 2,551 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 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
Driveway parking is available and street parking is prohibited.
No smoking: Smoking is prohibited inside the home and on the premises.
Pets
Pets are welcome
Service animals are exempt from fees.
Note from host: One well behaved dog under 15 pounds allowed. Fees
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation.
Property is also known as
520333
Frequently asked questions
Are there any beaches close to Spacious Chapel Hill Retreat Near UNC | Hot Tub, Fire Pit, Sleeps 12.?
The closest beach to Spacious Chapel Hill Retreat Near UNC | Hot Tub, Fire Pit, Sleeps 12. is Crosswinds Beach (19.1 km).
Does Spacious Chapel Hill Retreat Near UNC | Hot Tub, Fire Pit, Sleeps 12. have a pool?
No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.
What luxury perks are available at Spacious Chapel Hill Retreat Near UNC | Hot Tub, Fire Pit, Sleeps 12.?
This property features 1 hot tub, as well as a fireplace and a living room.
What makes Spacious Chapel Hill Retreat Near UNC | Hot Tub, Fire Pit, Sleeps 12. a romantic place to stay?
1 hot tub and fireplaces help set the scene for a sizzling getaway at Spacious Chapel Hill Retreat Near UNC | Hot Tub, Fire Pit, Sleeps 12..
Is there a private hot tub at Spacious Chapel Hill Retreat Near UNC | Hot Tub, Fire Pit, Sleeps 12.?
Yep, there is a hot tub.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at Spacious Chapel Hill Retreat Near UNC | Hot Tub, Fire Pit, Sleeps 12.?
No, Spacious Chapel Hill Retreat Near UNC | Hot Tub, Fire Pit, Sleeps 12. does not offer an airport shuttle service.
What time are check-in & check-out at Spacious Chapel Hill Retreat Near UNC | Hot Tub, Fire Pit, Sleeps 12.?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
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