All visitors to Raleigh will be thrilled with the convenience of this locale -- 15 minutes to RDU Airport, RTP, PNC Arena, North Hills, Downtown Raleigh, North Carolina State University (NCSU), the Capitol, and much, much more.

The guest house can sleep up to 6. A double in one bedroom and twins in the other, as well as a double futon located in the common area, can be supplemented with a queen and two twin air mattresses, for those who prefer to sleep alone.

Great for couples on a weekend get-a-way, visiting family in Raleigh and the Greater Triangle, and this is a business traveler's dream come true and can very comfortably manage individuals or a small crew. Super low weekday rates ensure your visit to Raleigh doesn't break the budget! Sunday thru Thursday book for 1 night or more! Weekly (7 days) and monthly (30 days) discounts applied automatically.

Recreational opportunities abound: At the house we have a 1950's style regulation ping-pong table, Pro Kadima paddles and soft tip darts. Our communal pool has lanes for the serious swimmer and a splash pad for our youngest! Walk/bike the 3.5 miles of award-winning trails to the NC Museum of Art, explore Raleigh's Capital Area Greenway, enjoy our neighborhood pool (June 1 to Sept. 15).

Close by are NCSU, UNC, & Duke -- and all of their sports venues!

Clean, well-behaved dogs (please see paragraph 10 of my rental agreement for more information) accepted on a case by case basis. Playpen and crate available as well as the ability to confine the animals to the kitchen, or fenced 20' x 16' concrete patio. This safe walkable, upscale neighborhood that has easy, close access to the Capitol Greenway trails make this the perfect get-a-way with your furry friend(s).

Wherever you are from, "Welcome to Raleigh, y'all!"

This 2 bedroom, one bath bungalow, is a nearly original example of mid-Century modern architecture nestled in the heart of Raleigh, built-in 1953.

Ridgewood is a safe walkable neighborhood and boasts convenient shopping at nearby Ridgewood Shopping Center( a short walking distance (.03 of a mile) Whole Foods Market and Walgreens Drug Store).

The neighborhood connects in several directions to the magnificent Capital Area Greenway trails. To the west, the trails lead to the North Carolina Museum of Art (with its own nationally recognized 3.5-mile award-winning trail system with amazing sculpture along the trail). From that trailhead, you may go north to Lake Boone Trail and Crabtree Mall. Heading east you can safely ride a bicycle to downtown
Raleigh, and beyond.

Please feel free to bring your road bikes, ATB, and mountain bikes, this area is a paradise for avid bicyclists. We have a professional bicycle repair rack and a full complement of professional bicycle tools available if needed.

In the spring, your senses will be delighted by an array of blooming trees and beautiful flowers, including Dogwoods. The fall brings a dazzling explosion of color during leaf change.

This is a quiet, restful spot beloved by those seeking quiet repose. It is great for deep meditation, or concentration on work, or other projects. Some of my past guests have studied for the Bar Exam and GRE, in the weeks prior to the examinations.

Historical Data -- Originally, the B. Richard Jackson House, a/k/a the Carrier Weather Maker National Prize-winning House, the house was built in 1953 by Eduardo Catalano and his colleague, also from Argentina, Horacio Caminos (both of whom were in residence at the NCSU School of Design).

They applied for and received a $5000 prize from Carrier for this design in 1953. In fact, Caminos was able to bring his family from Europe as a result of the Carrier grant. This home was built to showcase and demonstrate the value and affordability of air conditioning in the moderate price range.

The magazine "Living For Young Homemakers" selected this home for its April 1954 issue. It was also featured in the Raleigh News and Observer on January 30, 1954.

The Architect: Eduardo Catalano formerly taught at the Architectural Association in London until 1951. It was then that he was recruited as a Professor of Architecture by Henry Kamphoefner for the NCSU School of Design and moved to Raleigh. Although their tenure at NCSU was short-lived Catalano built two houses in Raleigh. His residence has since been demolished due to the neglect of later owners. Mine remains a rare example of the MCM bungalow.

In 1996 Catalano and Caminos moved together to Boston and taught at MIT until his retirement in 1977.

Buildings designed by Catalano include the US embassies in Buenos Aires, Argentina, the Julliard School of Music at New York City's Lincoln Center, and the Stratton Student Center at MIT in Cambridge MA.