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Lake Hickory Cottage

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2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi
TV, fireplace, books
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9.8

Exceptional

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2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6900 sq ft

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Township of Taylorsville, NC
  • Popular LocationHickory Metro Convention Center28 min drive
  • Popular LocationFrye Regional Medical Center30 min drive
  • Popular LocationLenoir-Rhyne University30 min drive
  • AirportAsheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)107 min drive

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About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Lake Hickory Cottage

Beautifully updated Lakefront cottage on Lake Hickory in North Carolina within an hour and a half of Charlotte, Asheville, Greensboro and Boone. The gently sloped property boasts wonderful views of Lake Hickory. Wisk away the hours on the large deck; hammock, or dock where you are sure to be entertained by the views, fish, ducks, geese, turtles, and more. The home includes 2 bedrooms - the master with a queen size bed; and the second bedroom with 2 sets of Bunk beds(3 Twin Beds and 1 full); 2 bathrooms, and large living room/dining room/kitchen great room.

Love the idea of lake living? Or are you looking for a place to work remotely for a week or two….or even a month? The Lake Hickory Cottage is perfect for you!

You’ll love the neutral decor and the inside is fully equipped. The kitchen includes a 4 burner stove, refrigerator, microwave, dishwasher, coffee pot (with coffee, filters and sweetener), pots/pans and all kitchen utensils. The oak dining room set seats 8 comfortably. There is also a cot and a pack-and-play available for additional sleepers. Also included are bedding, linens and pillows, bath towels, heat and A/C, wifi, a Roku enabled TV, laundry facilities, and a desk w/ chair and docking station with monitors. The fully equipped workstation is perfect for the digital nomad or remote worker who needs fast internet, external monitors and a desk with keyboard and mouse. Docking station connects via USB connection – ‘Pluggable USB 3.0 Universal Laptop Docking Station Dual Monitor for Windows and Mac’.

Outside the back door facing the lake you can relax on one of 4 large rocking chairs enjoying sunrises over the water; relax in the hammock at the water’s edge while reading a book; or have coffee at the picnic table on the covered front porch.

You can take a swim off the dock to cool off; go fishing in this fisherman’s paradise where you’ll find bass, crappie, catfish, striper and bluegill, or hop on one of 3 kayaks which are available for your use. Whether it's summer, spring or fall, you can always end your day around the fire pit under the moonlight roasting s'mores and sharing your adventures from the day.

When renting our Lake Hickory cottage you’ll have exclusive access to the water on 2 sides of the cottage as it sits on a small peninsula.

The Lake Hickory Cottage comfortably sleeps 8 adults - suitable for one or two small families. It’s also the perfect romantic getaway! When at our cottage you won’t ever have to leave the grounds, as all the luxuries of home are right there for you.

If you need to do some grocery shopping, or if you find you forgot something, a Dollar General convenience store is just a couple miles away. For larger grocery hauls, there are multiple options in Taylorsville and Hickory which are about a 20 minute drive from the cottage. In Hickory, you will find many of the major chains - Food Lion, Aldi’s, Sam’s Club, Target, Starbucks and more. For those who have the urge to explore or partake in some top notch eateries, Crossroads Grill and Sigmon’s Grill are just a couple of miles up the road. For those looking for a additional dining options, Hickory is full of a variety of restaurants, shops, coffee bars and art galleries. You can even catch a yoga or fitness class.

Please know that we ALWAYS change bed linens, including quilts, after every stay. In addition, our cleaning crew has undergone additional sanitizing certification to ensure all linens, surfaces, devices and furniture are disinfected.

Guest Access

We are unable to offer early check-in or late check-out. Our cleaning crew truly needs every minute between guests, so the absolute earliest you can access the property is 4 pm and check out is no later than 10 am. We appreciate your understanding.

Swimming is at your own risk. All under 18 yrs of age MUST wear a life jacket when in the water or on any dock. Many life jackets are provided, but we cannot guarantee your size will be available, so feel free to bring your own. All children under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Water activities of any kind after dark are strictly prohibited.

Fishing is allowed from the docks on the bank of the property. Guests must provide their own bait and equipment.

Guests have access to the swimming dock equipped with a ladder and a double boat slip dock as well. Boat rentals are available minutes away and boats can be parked in the double boat covered dock if needed. There is a boat house on property that is OFF LIMITS for guests.

2-3 portioned packets of ground coffee is provided - each packet is enough for ONE full pot of coffee. Sugar & dry creamers are also provided in individual packets.

As part of our all-inclusive experience, in addition to the items noted above, you can anticipate finding paper towels/toilet paper, hand soap, s'mores skewers, stick lighter, lighter fluid and gas for the grill. All you’ll need is your food, clothes and beach towels! We’ll take care of the rest!


Other things to note….

ALL guests 18 and under MUST wear a life jacket when in the water or on a dock. NO EXCEPTIONS. You will find the large selection of life jackets in the back bench available for your use. We do our best to accommodate a variety of sizes, but cannot guarantee your size will always be available. If someone in your group is not a strong swimmer, please consider bringing your life jackets for them, to ensure they can partake in all the water activities.

NO PETS ARE ALLOWED. NO EXCEPTIONS.

ABSOLUTELY NO SMOKING INSIDE. IF THIS IS DETECTED, A $200 FINE WILL BE IMPOSED.

Property manager

Frank Cappelli

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak on site
  • Fishing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 1 unit
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 900 square feet

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the neighborhood

Taylorsville

Located in Taylorsville, this cottage is on the waterfront. Bunker Hill Covered Bridge and The Crossing at Hollar Mill are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Conover City Park and Pin Station Bowling Center. Traveling with kids? Consider Catawba Science Center, or check out an event or a game at Hickory Motor Speedway. Looking to get your feet wet? Kayaking, motor boating and fishing adventures can be found near the property.

What's nearby

  • Hiddenite Gems Emerald Hollow Mine - 25 min drive
  • Valley Hills Mall - 27 min drive
  • Hickory Metro Convention Center - 28 min drive
  • Frye Regional Medical Center - 30 min drive
  • Lenoir-Rhyne University - 30 min drive

Getting around

  • Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) - 66 min drive

Restaurants

  • Wendy's - 16 min drive
  • Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - 25 min drive
  • Scotty's Hometown Grill - 15 min drive
  • Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - 16 min drive
  • Coffee House Waffle Shop - 15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lake Hickory Cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lake Hickory Cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lake Hickory Cottage?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lake Hickory Cottage located?

This family-friendly Taylorsville cottage is located on the waterfront, within a 15-minute walk of Lake Hickory and Catawba River. Riverbend Park is 3 mi (4.8 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Margaret V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lake Front Stay
Had a relaxing time at the Lake Front Cottege. It was so nice to wake up to see the lake every day & go kayaking when you wanted. Quiet neighbors & safe. Enjoyed patio fire at night. Clean kitchen. It has a you need in the kitchen. Has pillows& bed linens. We brought our own towels. Had dish soap, etc. Nice stay. Host was respectful & helpful
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Margaret L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing, peaceful lake cottage
We so much enjoyed our stay at the Lake Hickory cottage. The back porch overlooking the lake with the four rocking chairs was the perfect spot to enjoy our morning coffee and evening glasses of wine. Our daughter, son-in-law and granddaughter joined us and we all enjoyed going out on the lake in the kayaks. The kitchen had everything we needed to prepare meals. We enjoyed exploring downtown Hickory, but we were always happy to get back to the peaceful lake cottage and relax with the gorgeous lake view.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

timothy a.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice Lake Hickory Cottage
Views were very nice! Convenient boat dock and kayaks. A/C worked well. Positive experince!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Making memories of us
Enjoyed our stay at the lake house. Taylorsville is a nice quiet little town. The weather was a little cold and it rained two of our days. Would recommend to anyone staying in or near Taylorsville NC.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sherry B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best trip ever!
Sometimes when you plan a trip, you are never sure of what you are getting. Our trip to Lake Hickory Cottage was just the best. I tear up thinking of the great time we had and how convenient everything was. We loved the patio and fishing from the dock. We were able to rent a pontoon that just capped our trip off. I wish we could have stayed longer for it is certainly worth the peacefulness, rest, and relaxation we encountered and enjoyed at Lake Hickory. Thanks, VRBO for a fantastic respite.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

6/10 Okay

Janet W., Columbus, Ohio, USA

A great location
This appears to be an older home which has been updated. It is in a beautiful area with lovely homes around it. The owner is great at communicating. Very prompt in responding. The kitchen is along one wall of the great room and the appliances are new. The bedrooms are at opposite ends of the great room and each has its own bath. The queen bedroom has a large bathroom with a washer/dryer, and the bunk bed room is small with a very small bathroom. The driveway is quite steep because the house sits at the bottom of a hill. The advantage of this is that the slope to the lake is much easier. The house sits at the end of a cove of the lake. The water there is very quiet and usually glassy-calm. We had 2 fishermen in our group and they both had a great time and caught a good amount of fish. One day, they went over to Lake Norman with a guide, and did well, but usually they just fished off the dock. This must be a hot fishing spot because we frequently saw boats close to our dock, casting toward shore. We rented a pontoon boat for a few hours from Lakeside Marina and enjoyed riding around on the lake. It is really a beautiful lake. I would recommend that. We did run into a few maintenance issues with the house, but as I mentioned, the owner is prompt with responses and assured us that a handyman would be coming out the next week. He generously compensated us for our trouble. We had a very nice relaxing week with good friends.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maggie C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girls weekend
We had an amazing experience. Perfect for a ladies get away. The house was immaculately clean and appeared exactly as listed. We played lots of card games, corn hole, and relaxed on the porch. The home was well stocked with plates, pans, etc. It was a perfect weekend getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful lake house
We had an absolutely amazing time at this lake house! The property was beautiful, breathtaking! Communication with the owner was very easy and any issues we had were promptly resolved. This is exactly the quiet and peaceful week my husband and I needed. We will definitely be back and next time we will bring a boat so we can explore more of the lake. We did not want to leave! Thank you again!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nancy L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxation on the Lake
Relaxing, enjoyable…. Beautiful lil piece of heaven…
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Warren S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Lakefront Property in God's Country
Small but adequate home, w spectacular lakefront views. Extremely peaceful serene location except for my kids being there. Owner responsive, house could use more interior lighting. Bring insect repellant.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022