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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6185.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Cary, NC
  • WakeMed Soccer Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • North Carolina State Fairgrounds
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Lenovo Center
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Raleigh, NC (RDU-Raleigh - Durham Intl.)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Futon

Sunroom

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

The Cary House in Downtown Cary

The Cary House is in beautiful downtown Cary with easy access to restaurants, shops, cultural center, theater, parks and much more. It is a 3 bedroom, 5 bed, 2 bath (7 guests), home with large fully equipped kitchen, living room area with fireplace (gas fire logs) and work/desk area, dining room, beautiful spacious sunroom, garage and convenient at-the-door parking. It is a bright, open floor plan. Kitchen is well designed with modern appliances. This is a detached home (2000 square feet ranch on one level) in a safe, quiet, and private compound that includes two other homes. The owner lives on the premises in the house in the back. Conveniences include 3 media centers with widescreen TV, high-speed internet, computer/reading desk, and large capacity washer/dryer. Our house is conveniently located and is just a few miles from NCSU Carter-Finley Stadium, NC State Fairgrounds, PNC Arena, RTP, RDU Airport, SAS Institute and is perfect for a work or leisure stay in our town.

Linens and towels, hair dryer, ironing board and iron, are furnished. The kitchen is stocked with essentials and features a 12-cup coffee maker, Keurig, stove with convection oven, blender, toaster, microwave, pots and pans, dishes, and flatware.

We are close to:
Downtown Cary -- 2 blocks
The Mayton Inn -- 2 blocks
Cary Arts Center -- 1 blocks
Cary Library -- 2 blocks
The Matthews House -- 4 blocks
Chatham Station -- 4 blocks
Heater Park -- 2 blocks
Cary Theater -- 4 blocks
Triaquatic Center -- 1.9 miles
SAS Institute -- 3 miles
PNC Arena -- 3.5 miles
Carter-Finley Stadium -- 3.5 miles
NC State Fairgrounds -- 3.5 miles
NCSU -- 5.6 miles
RDU Airport -- 6.5 miles
Downtown Raleigh -- 10 miles with easy access
Duke University -- 17 miles
Downtown Chapel Hill -- 23 miles with easy access via I-40

Property manager

Carl and Louise Gilfillan
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Cary

Located in Cary, this holiday home is in the city centre. Red Hat Amphitheater and Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Crabtree Valley Mall and Streets at Southpoint Mall. Travelling with kids? Make time for North Carolina State Fairgrounds, or head to an event or a match at Lenovo Center. Fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and cycling nearby.
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Cary, NC

What's nearby

  • Cary Towne Center - 5 min drive - 3.2 km
  • WakeMed Soccer Park - 5 min drive - 4.2 km
  • North Carolina State Fairgrounds - 8 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Lenovo Center - 9 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Carter-Finley Stadium - 9 min drive - 8.0 km

Getting around

  • Cary Station - 8 min walk
  • Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Di Fara Pizza Tavern - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Woody’s Sports Tavern & Grill - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Biryani Maxx Indian Cuisine - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Corbett's Burgers & Soda Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪La Farm Bakery - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Cary House in Downtown Cary pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Cary House in Downtown Cary?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Cary House in Downtown Cary?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Cary House in Downtown Cary located?

This family-friendly holiday home is located in the city centre, within 3 mi (5 km) of Cary Arts Center, Cary Towne Center and Park West Village. Sri Venkateswara Temple of North Carolina and WakeMed Soccer Park are also within 3 miles (5 km). Cary Station is 8 minutes by foot.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 117 out of 121 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 121 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 121 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 121 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 121 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Holly G.

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

Lovely property and town

We enjoyed the town of Cary and our stay at this property. The home had all we needed for our trip and location worked out very well. Easy access to airport, Raleigh, restaurants, etc. The hosts were easy to communicate with and available should a need arise. We couldn't have asked for more. We use VRBO regularly and rank this home highly among the various places we have stayed.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather S.

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

Wonderful long weekend in Cary

We lived everything about the house! Very comfortable and cozy. Fantastic location within walking distance of many restaurants and lovely park. Very easy drive to and from the airport and Lenovo center.One of the nicest places we have stayed!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian W.

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

Wedding Event

Perfect location near Mayton Hotel which housed the wedding party and some of the events. It allowed our family of 5 to stay together yet have easy access to the venue. Also easy walking distance to park and downtown.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

John G.

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

March Madness Perfection

Everything about this stay was five star. The property was very clean and even better than advertised. The hosts were very responsive. The location was perfect for walking into Cary and only 10 minutes from the Lenovo Center. Best rental experience of my life!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa H.

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

Favorite spot

The Cary House has been our favorite when we come to NC to visit our daughter at college. This time we were in town to care for her after a minor surgery and The Cary House is a haven. Home away from home, the perfect place to rest, relax and recover. Perfection!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

mike h.

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

Better than imagined

This was more than expectations. Was a great home with plenty of rooms for family visits and the location to downtown Cary was great. Will be back.
Stayed 21 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

John R.

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

Very nice. Clean

Very pleasant place. It was clean, complete and everything worked.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard H.

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

Home again

This is our second time to Cary House. It’s like coming to your favorite place. The house is perfect for enjoying and meeting with friends. The location is perfect because you don’t need a car if you like to walk around and discover the feel of the city of Cary. The new park was delightful. And the weather was perfect at this time.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ed G.

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

Family Wedding in Cary/Apex Area

This was a perfect house and location to have our out-of-town guests stay for a family wedding. The house was immaculate and near all events in and around the Cary/Apex area. Walking distance to the new downtown Cary Park was an added benefit.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy S.

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

Perfect! Just what we needed!

Thanks for providing such a wonderful home where we could comfortably stay while hosting our granddaughters for special “me” time visits! They took turns staying in the “circle bedspread” room, and they loved sitting at the head of the dining table where they could watch the birds, squirrels, bunnies, and dog walkers. The sunroom was a perfect play area after time spent at Cary Park or the library. We’ll be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris M.

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

Excellent Stay

Great property at a great location to enjoy downtown Cary.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan P.

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

Wonderful stay + exceeded expectations

What a wonderful stay we had at The Cary House! Every detail is considered making it a comfortable, easy and relaxing stay! The home is perfectly outfitted with everything you would need (and more). The hosts (Carl and Louise) are thoughtful and so helpful. Also, the location couldn’t be better. Looking forward to our next stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lillian M.

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

Quiet, peaceful, comfortable, with everything you want in a home away from home.

Well equipped, in a very quiet neighborhood, short walking distance to downtown. No slamming doors, no car noise, you can hear the birds sing. AND you are given a fabulous gift to take home, from the owners that will keep the “Cary House” forever on your mind. Lillian
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kate R.

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

Visiting family

We had a wonderful stay at The Cary House. Wonderful hosts, great location to town and very comfortable!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie R.

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

Cutest Cottage!

Located on a beautiful street with a lovely front window view. The entrance in the back, covered parking area and cozy outside sitting area made it feel like home. There is plenty of space to spread out in the two living areas, as well as a nicely placed dining room. The beds were SO comfortable and the kitchen had every single item I looked for. The most notable part of this property is the cleanliness. It was spotless and well taken care of. Oh, and every detail was thought of for visitors. I honestly felt like these owners have the template for a perfect rental! My daughter is moving to Cary for a new job and this was our house scouting trip and I’m already thinking about visiting and renting here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teresa D.

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

Simply lovely!

This lovely house is the perfect home away from home. We spent much of our time in the sun room with the window shades open to the beauty of shrubbery, flowers, birds, squirrels, etc. The living room was cozy and provided the additional space needed when my family gathered together. The hosts are warm, inviting people and responded quickly to texts sent to them. Shops, parks, and library, all close by. We loved our short stay there.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maureen M.

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

Lovely home in a great walking neighborhood.

The house has three lovely bedrooms and two great bathrooms. There is much to do within walking distance in the neighborhood. The sounds of birdsongs greeted me every morning. I had a delightful stay.
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

John N.

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

My New Go To Spot in Cary

Loved everything about this place -- the home, the location, the owners nearby (in the back of the property)! It was a great stay all the way around and we will be staying here any time we visit Cary in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

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

So Perfect

The Cary house really is so comfortable, clean and charming. There is a wide selection of things to do nearby. And the hosts are so kind and professional. We really just could not have asked for more. It really was perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynn G.

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

Happy repeat customer

Love the location, kitchen supplies and cleanliness
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott S.

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

Picture Perfect!

We are repeat guests due to the wonderful property and wonderful owners who are thoughtful with great attention to detail and immaculate cleansing practices. House is comfortable, exactly as pictured, with a well appointed kitchen ready for any sort of meal preparation. The house is located a short block from the historic district in downtown Cary with its great selection of shops, eateries and bars in a quintessential setting. Quick ride from the airport and easy access to all that Raleigh has to offer.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bob J.

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

Review

Nice clean property. Great location
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

sarah r.

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

Lovely house

This house is adorable, clean and comfortable. The owners are very friendly and helpful. The location was convenient to the USA Baseball Complex and to Raleigh. I would highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

sandy b.

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

Wonderful house and location!

We stayed here for our daughter's wedding at the Matthew House. It was really perfect for us! We loved being so close to the venue and within an easy walk to downtown restaurants. We especially loved the sunroom area which was a spacious hang-out area. We would highly recommend for anyone visiting Cary.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emmie W.

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

Beautiful Cottage

The cottage is a great location in Cary that helped make our wedding week so much easier. Absolutely recommend the cottage to anyone staying in the area.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Carl and Louise Gilfillan

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Carl grew up in downtown Cary on this family property. He and Louise moved back here in 2015. There are three homes on the property. Carl and Louise live in the home at the back and the other two homes are vacation rentals.

Why they chose this property

Great location in downtown Cary conveniently located to Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill, and the RTP (Research Triangle Park). Cary is always listed as one of the safest towns in US, and is one of the top places to live in the country.

What makes this property unique

Quiet, private home but close to amenities. Easy access to so many local destinations and points of interest in central North Carolina.

Languages:

English

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