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Bright Modernist City-Escape

Holiday home with kitchen, near Duke University

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3 bedrooms, travel cot, WiFi, bed sheets - Bright Modernist City-Escape (Durham)
Bright Modernist City-Escape provides laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
The current price is €426
includes taxes & fees
16 Jan - 17 Jan

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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.

Bright Modernist City-Escape

Welcome to Hazel Modernist 5 - designed and built by Alicia Hylton-Daniel with her "sister," Modernist 6 next door.

Power walk to downtown, this sleek getaway is comfortable & livable. Fully equipped chefs kitchen opens into the large living & dining space, with Frame TV and fireplace. 3BR & side deck give plenty of space together or alone.

Each home by Alicia is infused with creative and new design concepts. This playful home embodies the irrepressible spirit & evolving style of Grace Jones.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

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)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

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

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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

About the area

Durham is home to this holiday home. Carolina Theatre and Manbites Dog Theater are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Museum of Life and Science and Sarah P. Duke Gardens. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Durham Bulls Athletic Park, or consider a night out at Dean Smith Center.
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What's nearby

  • Durham Performing Arts Center - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Durham Convention Center - 16 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Carolina Theatre - 16 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Durham Bulls Athletic Park - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Duke University - 4 min drive - 4.0 km

Getting around

  • Durham Station - 3 min drive
  • Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Missy Lane’s Assembly Room - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Little Bull - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Hi-Wire Brewing - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Durham Beer Garden - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Coupe And Stein - ‬15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Bright Modernist City-Escape pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Bright Modernist City-Escape?

As of 15 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bright Modernist City-Escape on 16 Jan 2026 start from €426.18, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Bright Modernist City-Escape?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Bright Modernist City-Escape?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bright Modernist City-Escape?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Bright Modernist City-Escape located?

Situated in Durham, this holiday home is 0.5 mi (0.7 km) from Downtown Durham Dog Park and 1.8 mi (2.8 km) from Duke University. Scarborough House and Honey Girl Meadery are also within 15 minutes. Durham Station is 21 minutes by foot.

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Bright Modernist City-Escape Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

10

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Chris P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property, well appointed - everything you need for a stay. Convenient to downtown and restaurants, and events. Owner is great!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott L.

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

Acc baseball tournament weekend

Another great guys weekend watching baseball. The house was perfect! Very clean and Had everything needed
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Crystal C.

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

Great Experience

The house was clean, fresh and airy. It was also well thought out with attention to detail and all of the necessities (cookware, towels, linens AND coffee) available. It is clear that the owner and prior guests have taken care with the home. An added touch is information about the area and history provided in the home. You won't be disappointed if you book this home. I definitely plan to return!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay S.

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

Cute and Clean

We loved our stay! No detail was neglected in designing and decorating this gorgeous house. The property was clean and comfortable, and included everything we needed for a wonderful weekend. I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brittany H.

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

Modern Stay

The house was beautiful and had nearly everything we could need. The master bedroom is very nice with some nice amenities and the other two bedrooms are a decent size.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda G.

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

COOL PLACE!

VERY NICE…superbly decorated! Very clean! Great location. Would love to stay there again…. OR in the sister unit, Tina, next door! 😁 Curious about the decor there!😁 Had everything we could possibly need for a getaway trip. Love the history of the area! Thanks for offering such an awesome place!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adrienne H.

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

Junior Olympic Retreat

I arrived to the house late but noticed that the neighborhood was still quiet. Walking into the house I was amazed at how beautiful and pristine it was. I am very leery about rental homes and hotels so my anxiety was on high. However, I found this property to be one of the best I have ever stayed in. The water pressure in the master shower could have been better but the fact that I felt at home the entire time made up for that. I have the same house rules for shoes so I immediately felt comfortable. The house is well decorated and had plenty of space for me and my family. If I didn’t mention how clean it was let me say it again. I have a habit of sanitizing everything and cleaning whenever I get to a hotel or house, I did just that and found nothing. I have found more dirt at new hotels. Thanks again for allowing us to stay in your home. This stay made our trip so much better and stress free. Hope to rent from you again soon!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nakia T.

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

Lovely Sister Homes for A Linesister Reunion

We booked these sister properties back in the summer for Duke homecoming. We had no idea that our football team would actually be good! Lol... We had two houses for 8 women coming together for the 30th anniversary of our induction to our sorority. The homes - Modernist 5 and Modernist 6 - were new construction in a transitioning neighborhood. The houses are beautifully decorated with a modern design flair. The neighborhood was quiet. We didn't see many folks outside or walking around, though we were gone quite a bit during our two day stay. We used the bigger unit - Modernist 6 - as our fellowship and dining space. It was easy to walk between the two properties. The location was perfect and about 10 minutes from Duke. Shopping was also nearby, as well as downtown Durham. The neighborhood is in transition, with another new house under construction across the street and 3-4 newer homes on the block. However, there is a pretty shabby house across the street and next door to Modernist 6. No scary. Just very shabby. We never felt unsafe. And, again, both houses were beautiful, new, and shiny... Check-in was easy, the host was even able to accommodate an early check-in for one of the houses. They did so without hesitation and with no extra charge. I highly recommend both Modernist 5 and Modernist 6!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brandon R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic house just a quick drive from downtown Durham. Host was very communicative and great. Would highly recommend to anyone looking to stay in the area
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Walter A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable, stylish, well-stocked. Great place!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

G K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent stay. Convenient, quiet, and so clean!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victor W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maddy G.

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

Beautiful House

The house was very nice and clean and was exactly as advertised. We really enjoyed our stay here.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ed J.

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

Nice upto date

Very nice. Didnt stay long enough
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024