Welcome to The Cardinal's Nest! Enjoy your quiet wooded acre in a fresh & spotless owner-managed, well-designed, luxuriously furnished (& cute as heck) newly renovated home. The Cardinal's Nest has high-quality linens, a fully stocked kitchen, & extras galore! Although just minutes to shops & restaurants, the house is private, secluded, & quiet. Close to WRAL Soccer Park, Wake Tech College, Downtown Raleigh, RDU, WakeMed & Duke Raleigh, Durham, NC State, Falls Lake & tons of outdoor recreation!

The spacious home features:

✦ Off-the-hook coffee station (French press, Dutch espresso maker, pod, drip, teas... high-quality coffee w/ all the fixings)
✦ Over an acre on a quiet, private, wooded lot (the entire acre has been mosquito treated)
✦ 12" memory foam mattresses with luxury bedding
✦ Fluffy luxury Turkish cotton bath towels
✦ Paul Mitchell shampoos
✦ (Pitch) black-out curtains
✦ Pack & Play (with bedding & mattress), a high chair, booster seat, and many kids' toys and books (for all ages).
✦ Fenced 'mini-dog park', dog beds, blankets, treats dishes, and more
✦ 8-person Poker / Game table!
✦ Roku tv with private log-in to all major tv apps and tons of free tv and movies
✦ In & outdoor dining areas for ten people
✦ Fully stocked kitchen with enough kitchen extras to prepare a Thanksgiving meal or bake a cake!

Layout & Sleeping Arrangement:

The home has a split-level layout with three bedrooms upstairs (queen beds), the living, dining, and kitchen on the main level, the den, game room/play area, and the 4th bedroom downstairs (two twin beds). There are two memory foam foldable twin beds in the master bedroom closet for extra guest space. Access to the outdoors is through the dining area deck door or via the downstairs area.
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"Peaceful and private retreat, conveniently located. Extremely well-equipped kitchen, spacious living spaces indoors and out, hostess extremely responsive. We found the house to be stylish and comfortable for our stay in Raleigh." ~Sylvia

"We loved the feel of the place. It was pleasant and warm. The little touches made you feel at home wish we had stayed longer." ~Cristoph

"Barbara’s home was amazing. So clean, has an awesome location, great surroundings & neighborhood, excellent communication, easy check-in, and lots of bonuses in the home that make the stay very enjoyable." ~Jacob

* I had an AI chatbot review all of my reviews to create a highlights list. Here is that list!
1. The house is beautifully decorated and has a cozy, welcoming atmosphere.
2. The backyard is lovely, with a stream and plenty of space for outdoor activities.
3. The game room is a fun addition and great for families with teenagers.
4. The location is convenient and easy to get to from major highways.
5. The host, Barbara, is responsive and helpful, and provides great recommendations for local activities and restaurants.
6. The house is very clean, with attention paid to every detail to ensure guests a comfortable and enjoyable stay.
7. The beds and bedding are especially comfortable, providing guests a great night's sleep.
8. The home is well-stocked with amenities for families with young children, including a pack n play, high chair, and children's dishes.
9. The coffee station is a nice touch and appreciated by guests who enjoy a morning cup of coffee.