Discover and enjoy your unique stay at The Oberlin Palais in the heart of Raleigh, North Carolina. This spacious 7 BR 10 BA home located in the Hayes Barton/Oberlin Village neighborhood is perfect for small or large groups. Offering versatile accommodations in a central location, the property is just minutes from Downtown Raleigh, The Raleigh Convention Center, Amtrak, RDU International Airport, NC State, The Lenovo Center, The Farmer’s Market, The State Fairgrounds, Pullen Park, Shelley Lake Park, just to name a few, and other key Raleigh attractions like the Gipson Play Plaza opening in June 2025!
With capacity for up to 26 guests sleeping comfortably, generational-friendly access, and thoughtfully designed spaces for work, play and leisure, The Oberlin Palais is an ideal destination for business and personal gatherings of all kinds.
Please feel free to book the whole property or to book The Oaks or The Alcove separately depending upon your needs.
Whether you’re visiting for business or leisure, our accommodations are designed for comfort, convenience, and a premium stay experience.
The listings for The Oberlin Palais and The Alcove @ The Oberlin Palais will be coming your way soon!
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We are committed to providing our guests with a stress-free and accommodating experience. We believe that by providing detailed information on our amenities and services, we can help our guests make informed decisions about their stay.
We’re confident that you’ll find everything you need to make your stay with us a success.
Conveniently located near Downtown Raleigh, sports and entertainment venues, restaurants, recreation, medical & health facilities, public transportation, shopping, RDU International Airport, Amtrak Raleigh Union Station, NC State and other local area colleges, Cary, RTP, Durham, Chapel Hill and Greensboro.
Tru Golf Multi-Sport Simulator (Golf, Football, Soccer, Corn Hole, Dodgeball, Hockey, Baseball and more).
Whether you’re hosting a family reunion, class reunions, team event, wedding party, company retreat or just a family gateway. The Oberlin Palais offers room to spread out — and come together. With seven spacious bedrooms (five with ensuite baths), sleeping arrangements for up to 26 guests, and flexible configurations across three separate listings, the home adapts to your needs. Enjoy both privacy and connection, with shared gathering spaces that are as functional as they are beautiful.
From toddlers to great-grandparents, The Oberlin Palais ensures comfort for everyone in your group. The home features an elevator, ramp access to the front porch, wide hallways, and three bathrooms with zero-entry showers offering genuine generational friendly accommodations. Multi-generational groups will find ease and peace of mind knowing that mobility won’t be a barrier to making memories.
Rain or shine, there’s no such thing as a boring day at The Oberlin Palais. Challenge your crew to a round on the golf & multi-sport simulator, screen a favorite film in the 12-seat theater, or host a workshop in the oversized dining-conference room with a 96” round table. Need to sneak in a few emails? The library office space is perfect for remote work or small meetings. This home is built to balance business, play, and relaxation — all in one place.
Hello, we are Garrick and Sheila Francis. Welcome to The Oberlin Palais, a hidden gem in Raleigh, NC—the City of Oaks. We have roots in Raleigh and have watched the Triangle area blossom over the years. Travelling as a family with our own children, we have discovered the challenge of finding accommodations that create “a home away from home” with enough room for everyone to enjoy the stay. Our retreat is designed to welcome individuals, couples, families and groups to a beautiful and historic neighborhood in the heart of the bustling city.
Conveniently located just minutes from NC State University, Downtown Raleigh, St. Mary’s College, the Lenovo Center, Pullen Park, Gibson Play Plaza, shopping, restaurants, Raleigh-Durham International Airport, Amtrak Union Station and more, The Oberlin Palais is ideal for your family gatherings, getaways, graduation celebrations, business retreats and so much more.
Relax in our comfy dedicated theater or step up to the challenge in our state-of-the-art golf and multi-sport simulator. It’s all here for you to enjoy at The Oberlin Palais—your “Home Away from Home in the City of Oaks”.
The full home can host up to 26 guests comfortably. With seven bedrooms and ten bathrooms, the property is ideal for large families, corporate groups, wedding parties, or multi-generational stays. The home can also be reserved in part:
The Oaks @ The Oberlin Palais (5BR)
The Alcove @ The Oberlin Palais (2BR)
Yes, The Oberlin Palais is generational-friendly. It includes an elevator that services all floors, a front porch ramp, wide doorways, and three bathrooms with zero-entry showers, ensuring that guests with mobility challenges are fully accommodated.
You’ll never run out of things to do! Guests can enjoy:
A Golf & Multi-Sport Simulator
A 12-Seat Private Theater
A spacious game room
A library-office for quiet reading or remote work
Fitness equipment for wellness on the go
We are just minutes from Downtown Raleigh, North Carolina State University, the PNC Arena, and the Lenovo Center. RDU International Airport is only 10-15 minutes away, making arrivals and departures stress-free.
Absolutely. The dining room has been reimagined as a conference-ready meeting space with a 96” round table perfect for group discussions and workshops. There’s also a private library-office ideal for breakout sessions or remote work.
Yes! The gourmet kitchen features double ovens, double dishwashers, a spacious layout, and everything you need to cook for a crowd or bring in catering.
Yes, the home includes ample on-site parking to accommodate multiple vehicles. Street parking is also available along this major, centrally located road.
