Cottage and two flagstone terraces - from large dock on deep water cove
Location: Taylorsville, Lake Hickory, Heartland, North Carolina, USA (12 mi. to Hickory; 1 hour N of Charlotte, E of Asheville)
Accommodations: Cottage, 1 Bedroom + Convertible bed(s), 1 Bath (Sleeps 2-6)
Keywords: Cottage; lakefront
Relax and enjoy the delights of western North Carolina in this 1,200 square-foot cottage on a deep-water cove of Lake Hickory. Enjoy swimming, fishing, jet-skiing, and boating from the dock, or just watching the blue heron, geese, and ducks from the sunroom or patios. Relax as the sun reflects off the water. Visit the sights of western and Piedmont North Carolina.
Winston-Salem, Charlotte, Asheville, and the mountains are all within an easy drive. Enjoy shopping for furniture at the Hickory Furniture Mart or along US 321, gem mining in Hiddenite, races at the tracks in Hickory, Charlotte or No Wilksboro, or golf at local courses.
The spacious great room and sunroom (each 30 feet long), in addition to the half-acre site, make this a wonderful place for a one- or two-week vacation with the family -- or a longer-term exploration of retirement possibilities. This quiet country location is just seven miles from Taylorsville, and 12 miles from Hickory.
Retirees and soon to be retired -- this is a great location to check out possible retirement homes in western and northwestern North Carolina: Hickory, Asheville, Hendersonville, Boone, Charlotte, Winston-Salem and Greensboro areas are all close enough to scout out and still come "home" each night. For extended stays in the off-season, call for special rates.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Linens Provided : Bed sheets, pillows & pillow cases, blankets, bath & kitchen towels, placemats are provided. Bring own towels for gem mining! Bring your own towels for swimming and gem mining
- Washer : extra-large capacity
- Dryer : extra-large capacity
- Covered Parking : Carport
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer : off street parking at top of property
- Wood Fireplace : Wood available at local groceries, Lowe's, etc.
- Beds
- Queen Bed : in bedroom w/ two chests of drawers, ceiling fan
- Convertible Bed (2) : Queen-size sleeper sofa w/ 5" mattress in greatroom near fireplace w/ view of Lake Queen-size sleeper sofa in sunroom w/ 3" mattress and views of lake from 3 sides
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV : 24" TV in greatroom receives DishNetwork Top 120 & Starz
- TV (No Cable/Satellite) : 13" TV in sunroom (not digital nor connected to Satellite) - can be used for video games
- DVD
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen : Large eat-in kitchen on east end of Greatroom includes table seating 6, refrigerator w/ ice-maker, toaster oven, electric stove, microwave, coffee maker, double sink and dishwasher
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio (2) : Flagstone terraces leading from sunroom down towards lake front. Picnic table & benches seats 6.
- View/Location
- Lakefront : 175' of lake front on deep water cove. Large dock (16'x16') with great swimming and fishing, and cleats for your boat or jet ski. Water depth: 5' off rear of dock, 20+' off front.
- Lake View : View of main channel from kitchen, greatroom and sunroom
- Communications
- Telephone : Local phone service only; bring cell or calling card to access long distance service
- Broadband Internet : DSL (software available to connect your laptop to BellSouth)
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- Ceiling fans in all rooms; Filtered water at well and 2nd filter in kitchen for ice maker and drinking
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters : 18 to sign contract; children welcome but must be supervised due to slope and lakefront
- Smoking Not Allowed : Smoking permitted outdoors only
- Activities
- Golf
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Biking
- Fishing
- Antiquing
- Miniature golf
- Horseback Riding
- Theme Park (Amusement Park)
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Hiking
- Restaurants
- Other Activities
- Onsite: Water-skiing & Jet-skiing (bring your own); public boat launches nearby; boat rentals available from Marinas Nearby: Hickory Furniture Mart, NASCAR, Gem Mining, Great Smoky Mountains, Riverbend Park
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Fall 2011 (October): 1 night $185, 2 nights $295, 3 nights $365
Winter 2011 (November & December): 1 night $150, 2 nights $225, 3 nights $300
Thanksgiving, Christmas & New Year's: $125 per night, 2 or 3 nights
Winter 2012 (January & February): $475/week; $225/2 nights; $75/extra night
Spring 2012: (March - June 15): $550/week, $275/2 nights, $90 each add'l night
Summer 2012 (June 16 - Sept. 3): $625/week, $325/2 nights; $100 for each add'l
Fall 2012 (Sept. & Oct): $550/week, $275/2 nights, $90 each add'l night
plus 7% NC tax and $100 refundable security/key/cleaning deposit; PayPal accepted
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Owner's Profile
Owner Description
Year Purchased: 1988
I love the serenity of the lake, and hope you love my home as much as I do.
Why the Owner Chose Taylorsville
I moved to NC from Los Angeles, and the cost of my half acre on the lake was a fraction of the price of the home I left in LA. I worked in Hickory, then in Boone, and when my work took me further away, I decided to keep this house. This is my home away from home, and hopefully will be my retirement home.
The Unique Benefits of this Cottage
I love western NC, and my home has one of the best locations on Lake Hickory -- right on the water, few houses in view, little boat traffic, and lots of peace, sunshine and quiet. It is a wonderful place for a relaxing break from the daily grind and pressures of work. During the summer, it's a great place to sun and swim; and year round there's good fishing in the lake.
Property Photos
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- Living room area of greatroom -- lake view from picture window - Lake Hickory/Taylorsville, NC - North Carolina Vacation Rental - Cottage in Appalachian Foothills!
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- Large eat-in kitchen area of great room - lake views - Lake Hickory/Taylorsville, NC - North Carolina Vacation Rental - Cottage in Appalachian Foothills!
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- Sitting area of sunroom - lake views
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- Bedroom from hallway - wooded lot ensures maximum privacy
Traveler Reviews (24)
Autumn Haven
Guest: Zenmem
(Long Island, NY)
Date of Stay: 10/23/09
Review Submitted: 10/31/09
We found this little gem after being rained out camping. It turned out to be a wonderful, if unplanned, part of our vacation. The view of the lake from the sun room, with autumn colors all around us and wind blowing through open windows was just captivating, and we spent most our stay just looking at the scene and reading. It was an easy transition from sleeping in a tent! The lake is lovely and we enjoyed walking down to the dock to see the ducks. The house is totally outfitted with everything you might have forgotten to bring and is extremely clean and cared for. A most enjoyable stay! Thank you, Marcia.
Recommended for:Sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, romantic getaway.
Weekend getaway
Guest: Pam52
(So Carolina)
Date of Stay: 05/27/10
Review Submitted: 06/21/10
What a wonderful long (and much needed) weekend. We enjoyed your cottage! Everything was perfect as described on vrbo.com. We absolutely loved the collage - inside & out! We thank you so very much for allowing us to share not only a very inviting home but also a fascinating area.
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Charming cottge on the lake
Guest: Daddy
(Tennessee)
Date of Stay: 06/03/10
Review Submitted: 06/18/10
We have stayed in VRBO properties all over the world, and this is our new favorite! It was beautiful and charming, clean and well-appointed, comfortable and homey. We would definitely recommend this property to friends. This was a GREAT location on the lake! Easy to find but yet very quiet and private location on a beautiful wooded lot.
Owner response:Recent visitors have included honeymooners and families -- all have enjoyed the peaceful get-away from home.
Recommended for:Girls getaway, age 55+, romantic getaway.
Relaxing Getaway
Guest: Ed, Robin, Megan and Susan
(Finger Lakes, NY)
Date of Stay: 02/13/10
Review Submitted: 02/25/10
We stayed at this property for a week, we being my wife and I along with our teenage daughter and her friend. We all found the cottage to be very comfortable and immediately felt at home. Everything we needed was there, including the excellent DSL service. The view of the lake, even in the off season and especially in the mornings at sunrise was very pleasing and serene. Though we are already quite familiar with the area, the information Marcia provides is very useful. We especially enjoy the fact that her property is on a cul de sac, resulting in very little traffic. We hope to return during the warmer months so that we can partake of the lake itself. If you are a person who appreciates a no frills, comfortable and economical place to stay, with the added benefit of a central location and being surrounded by the natural beauty of the lake and foothills and the distant mountains, then you will not be disappointed. We were very happy that Marcia gave us the opportunity to stay.
Recommended for:Sightseeing, girls getaway, age 55+, romantic getaway.
awesome
Guest: yellofello
(nebo)
Date of Stay: 08/21/09
Review Submitted: 08/28/09
this is the perfect get away!! very peaceful.. we fished and swam all weekend. thank you for letting us stay!
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers, romantic getaway, families with young children.
family vacation
Guest: jems 2 be found
(Massachusetts)
Date of Stay: 06/24/09
Review Submitted: 06/29/09
My husband, three boys and I went mining each day came back to the house and jumped into the lake to remove all the wonderful NC clay. We brought our kayaks and enjoyed the wildlife during the afternoon. My huabands favorite spot was sitting in the sunroom with the blinds opened to view the lake (while on his laptop) after dinner. We found the binder full of information so helpful. Such as were to shop , eat, site see. The directions made everything so much less stressful. This home is impecably clean and organized. The yard is beautifully landscaped with flowers. What more could you ask for.
Recommended for:Adventure seekers.
Honeymoon
Guest: Doug & Holly
(Virginia)
Date of Stay: 05/02/09
Review Submitted: 05/19/09
We chose this Lake Hickory cottage for our honeymoon due to it's private and lovely location on the lake. We were not disappointed. It was far prettier than the pictures and being built into the side of the hill above the lake, has a charming design. If you don't mind driving a bit, there are quite a few interesting places to visit nearby as well. We would recommend it to anyone wanting a beautiful, quiet getaway,
Recommended for:Sightseeing, age 55+, romantic getaway.
Lovely Cottage
Guest: Bryce & Jan
(Omemee ON, Canada)
Date of Stay: 04/18/09
Review Submitted: 05/16/09
This is beautiful property, and the cottage is well maintained and very comfortable. It is close to the mountains and many other attractions. We enjoyed out stay very much. We have been travelling to this area every spring for 10 years and this is one of the nicest places we have stayed.
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Birthday Fishing Trip
Guest: Teresa l.
(Kingsport)
Date of Stay: 04/25/09
Review Submitted: 05/05/09
We rented this home for a birthday fishing trip. It was a wonderful home. It has all we needed and more. We will be coming back. It was a nice quiet home with it's own private floating dock. We fished from the dock daily. Caught many fish. I myself caught a large catfish. We didn't want to leave when our time was up. And we will return soon. Thanks for letting us share your home.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway.
Guestbook Comment
Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 12/01/08
Review Submitted: 12/11/08
Jack and I had a fabulous time in this house. The house was exceptionally maintained, had a great back porch with a great view of the lake. We stayed the coldest week in November but did not mind because we came home and had a fire every night. We would recommend this place to anyone.
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