Welcome to Hidden Oasis Lake House in Hickory, NC! Nestled at the end of a private drive is an inviting, peaceful, cozy-yet-classy retreat ready to provide the privacy, rest & relaxation that you need. Whether you wish to “hit the water” with family, play games in the spacious basement, prepare a meal with loved ones or simply enjoy the lush sounds of nature from one of our 2 private viewing decks, you are sure to recharge your batteries at Hidden Oasis.
Property Details:
-Wireless Internet throughout the home
-Access to our lovely shared HOA Beach on Lake Hickory (visible from front deck; ask me about lake toys and life vests, I can make these available to you)
-Up to 3 pets allowed (dogs/cats only)
-2 separate viewing decks w/safety cables (front deck overlooks beautiful Lake Hickory; side deck off of the Master Bedroom overlooks our Private Cove; outdoor furniture on both)
-Movie Theater area in basement with large flatscreen SmartTV (you can log in to any streaming apps that you subscribe to)
-Dart board, ping pong table, poker set, board games, card playing table, arts/crafts bin + separate arts/crafts table in the basement
-Master Bedroom #1 with King Bed and ensuite Master Full Bathroom including Walk-In Shower, separate Soaking Bath Tub and Walk-In Closet
-Guest Bedroom #2 with Queen Bed and Office Desk + Office Chair + Office Lamp w/USB Charging Port for a 'work from home' space
-Guest Bedroom #3 with Queen Bed and Dresser
-Second Full Bathroom to be shared by Guest Bedrooms #2 & #3
-Full kitchen with refrigerator (fridge),  electric oven, electric stovetop/range,  dishwasher, coffee maker, knife block, cutlery/silverware, plates/cups/mugs, pots/pans/cooking utensils, salt/pepper/olive oil, wine glasses and lowball cocktail glasses
-Dining room table for 6 people with tablecloth
-Living room (couch, loveseat, lounge chair, coffee table, rug, lamp) with large picture window overlooking scenic Lake Hickory
-Reading nook (2 reclining lounge chairs + footrests + table + lamp) with barcart 
-Mini-library with books for children, young adults and adults
-New washer and dryer (ask me about detergent/dryer sheets, I can make these available to you)
-4 Camping Chairs in the basement that can be easily brought to HOA Beach area or to the viewing decks if desired
-Folding Chair(s) in each bedroom (multi-functional as luggage rack, seat to read bedtime story to kiddos, seat for guests with special needs to dress more easily, etc.) 
-Covered carport for 1 vehicle; more vehicles can park on the private drive (but please don't block neighbor's driveway; there is a ton of available space so this should never be an issue) 

-Garbage is picked up on Tuesday mornings if you can bring the bin down to the mailbox
Primary House Rules:
6 guests maximum. If you bring more guests to the house (or to the HOA Beach) than you have listed on your reservation without prior permission from the Owner, you will be asked to leave the premises.

Be a courteous House Neighbor. No parties or gatherings of any kind are allowed (unless you received special permission from the Owner BEFORE your arrival). Complaints from Neighbors will result in your immediate dismissal from the premises.

Be an aware and polite Beach Neighbor. This beach is not ‘first come, first serve’: all residents who belong to the HOA are encouraged to use the beach and are welcome to take up space. FYI: fireworks are not allowed on the HOA Beach. FYI: dogs are allowed at the beach but please be politely aware and prevent your pets from bothering other neighbors. Complaints from Neighbors will result in your immediate dismissal from the premises.

Only flush Angel Soft and Scott’s toilet paper down the toilets. Do not flush feminine products or any other types of toilet paper; these items will clog the septic system and result in a costly Roto Rooter visit that will be back charged to you. If you need more TP, I can provide that to you.

Do not use the Side Slope of the property. We have “STOP” signs and other signs indicating where you should not go. Hidden Oasis is not liable for any injuries sustained if you proceed into off-limits areas. If you wish to get to the water, please proceed down the driveway to the HOA Beach.

Garbage is collected on Tuesday mornings. If you would like garbage removed during your stay, please place the trash bin in front of the fence on the front drive. Unfortunately, there is no recycling available in our area.

Check out time is 10AM. The cleaning crew comes in just after 10AM!

Additional Rules:

Pet Fee: $0 pet fee (cats and dogs only; maximum of 3 animals).

Pet Damage: If your pet damages the premises or its contents (scratching, biting, using the bathroom inside or otherwise damaging doors/floors/ furniture/books/rugs/decor/etc.), you will be assessed the full replacement cost of these items - no exceptions. This rule is kept in place to ensure that each next guest receives the same top-notch experience that we hope to provide.

Pest Introduction: If you/your party/your pet introduces ticks, lice, beg bugs, scabies, or any other pest(s) to the premises, all costs associated with remediating these issues will be charged back to you. This includes (but is not limited to) professional pest control/remediation, replacement of sheets/pillows/mattresses/towels/blankets or any other household goods (couches, etc.), and lost revenue while addressing the issue. I highly recommend that you check your family, pets and premises (mattresses, couches, car seats and luggage are all common locations) for pests before coming to Hidden Oasis as your financial obligation for introducing pests will be significant.

Parking: Please be very careful when driving and/or parking on the private drive. You are welcome to park under the Hidden Oasis carport or along the private drive in front of the Hidden Oasis home, but please do not park in front of my neighbor’s house or block the drive where they will need to exit. Please be very careful when driving/parking along the drive and use your headlights/mirrors as necessary. Neither Hidden Oasis nor its ownership are liable for damage or injuries that occur as a result of driving/parking on the drive or under the carport.

Avoidance of Side Slope and Broken Wooden Stairs: Do not, under any circumstances, try to navigate directly down the side slope leading to the private cove or use the broken wooden staircase near the mailbox that leads down to the private cove. The side slope and the broken wooden stairs are unsafe to traverse as indicated on the posted signage. Hidden Oasis and its ownership are not liable for any injuries sustained by guests who attempt to navigate the side slope or broken wooden stairs. If you wish to access the water, please proceed to the HOA Beach.

Coffee Grounds: Please place all coffee grounds in the trash can (not down the garbage disposal). Similar to the toilets above, this helps to ensure clear movement through all plumbing & avoids any service trips (or back-charges) related to misuse.

Damage to Premises: Damage to the house, septic system, appliances (washer/dryer/oven/microwave/etc.), furniture or any contents of the property will be back-charged to Guest. And hey, listen, I get it; accidents happen, especially with kids. This policy isn’t meant to punish you, it’s meant to allow me to keep the house in tip-top shape for the next Guest to enjoy! In fact, if you self-report the damage to me, I will lower the charge; this approach is better than having me find the damage after you leave, contacting you about the damage & assessing the charge after the fact. Much easier for us to knock it out proactively (together!) before you depart.

Basement Storage Room: Please do not try to enter the (locked) back-room in the basement. I promise you, you are not missing out on anything fun. It’s where I store extra supplies to ‘run the house’!

Good Guest Discount: If you enjoy your visit and leave a 5-Star review, I’ll offer you a discount on your next stay. My goal is to build real relationships with real families and to have you back again!

Friend Referral Discount: If you refer Hidden Oasis to a friend and they book a stay, I’ll offer you a discount on your next stay. This helps us build a great community!

Social Media Referral Discount: If someone books Hidden Oasis after seeing a post on your social media and says that your post is what drove them to check it out, I will offer you a discount on your next stay!

Household Items: If the house is missing something that ‘most people’ want/need, let me know! I might add it before the next guest arrives or even reimburse you if you buy it yourself. While I won’t be adding something like a hot tub anytime soon, I’m sure I have overlooked a few items (example: kitchenware) that might be good value-adds!

Please contact me with any other questions that you may have!