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Charming 3 BR House near downtown / VERY Pet Friendly / Great Outdoor Space

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Front Porch has sliding gates at the stairs and the ramp that can be closed off
Smart lock and Alarm (with outdoor security cameras)
Cozy (small) living room with electric fire place and Roku TV
The armoire has board games, puzzles & coloring books (adult & kids)
Interior

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dogs and cats allowed
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor grill

Explore the area

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Hickory, NC
  • Place, Frye Regional Medical Center
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Harper House
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Lenoir-Rhyne University
    ‪2 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Twin Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Garden

About this property

Charming 3 BR House near downtown / VERY Pet Friendly / Great Outdoor Space

Large spacious house with cozy (small) living room with electric fireplace, and roku tv (no cable), Master bedroom has 50" tv and queen size bed, 2nd bedroom has queen size bed and small tv, Office/Bedroom has twin size trundle bed that pulls out to 2 twins - has a small tv and a b/w laser printer. Wrap around porch with propane grill and gas fire bowl - outdoor dining and lounge chairs. Back yard is adjacent to a busy road - but is completely fenced.

Walking distance to downtown (about 15 minutes), and to Hollar Mills (the resturaunt at the brewery is GREAT). House is also close to the SALT block, hospitals, and the stadium. We are about 1 hour from Charlotte, or from Boone/Blowing Rock. Lots of Gem Mines nearby. About 1.25 Hours from Asheville.

Coffee/Sweetener is provided. There is an electric kettle - a coffee grinder - and a french press (very simple to use - instructions are next to the coffee area - and it makes the BEST coffee). Kitchen is stocked for cooking, and there is a lot of dining space. We are pet friendly - but need prior approval. The neighbors are close - so please keep the noise to a minimum so as not to disturb them. (No parties are allowed/guests are ok
- max 15 people).

Pets are welcome (with PRE-APPROVAL). If there are additional cleaning fees (usually $20) for excess hair or waste pickup - they will be billed after checkout. There are dog toys, a large crate, and treats for the fur-babies. Large fenced in back yard, and the gates on the front porch close off to keep kids/pets safe.

My grandsons are 2, 4 and 5 - and there are some toys there. The back bedroom has a projector on the ceiling with color-changing nebulas and stars (for the kid in all of us). There are some board games, puzzles and coloring books (for kids and adults) in the armoire in the living room as well. A pack and play (with sheets and blankets) is available.

You are welcome to smoke on the front or back porch, there are ashtrays in the bottom drawer to the left of the stove. Please do not leave cigarette butts around the property. Smoking inside the house (be careful if the windows are open) will result in a $500 fine. Any illegal substances, parties, or noise complaints will result in additional fines or you will be asked to vacate the premises immediately.

Front door has a smart lock - you'll be issued a code for the door and the alarm system prior to check in. Each guest has a unique code. Home has a security system with outdoor security cameras on all 3 doors. 2-3 cars will fit in the driveway - or you can park on the street. There is a ramp to get up to the porch, front door is 36", all interior doors are 30". Bathroom has grab bars that fold up and down if necessary. If you require a shower bench - please bring one.

** EXTERIOR PEST CONTROL **
Monthly pest control - they will perform exterior service only - and do not need access to the house. (Interior service is performed when house is vacant). If there are problems with pests at all - please let us know, and we will send them back over promptly to spray the interior. No refunds for bugs will be given as we have taken precautions to prevent pests - but service will be provided when requested.

** LAWN SERVICE **
Lawn service is provided when they are able to mow the yard - they do not have access to the house.

Please let us know what we can do to make your stay more enjoyable! We have covers for the couch (for kids and pets), and extra sleeping spaces can be made available.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)
Possible Pet Fee (usually $20) see info
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Damage deposit will be charged for smoking inside

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the neighborhood

Hickory

Located in Ridgeview, a neighborhood in Hickory, this vacation home is in the mountains. Catawba Science Center and Hickory Museum of Arts are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Harper House and Hickory Community Theatre. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at L.P. Frans Stadium or Hickory Motor Speedway. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including winery tours.
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Hickory, NC

What's nearby

  • Hickory Community Theatre - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Frye Regional Medical Center - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Harper House - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Catawba Science Center - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Lenoir-Rhyne University - 2 min drive - 1.7 km

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Cowa-Saké - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Olde Hickory Tap Room - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Boca - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Olde Hickory Station - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming 3 BR House near downtown / VERY Pet Friendly / Great Outdoor Space pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Charming 3 BR House near downtown / VERY Pet Friendly / Great Outdoor Space?

As of Apr 20, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Charming 3 BR House near downtown / VERY Pet Friendly / Great Outdoor Space on Jun 28, 2026 start from $127, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Charming 3 BR House near downtown / VERY Pet Friendly / Great Outdoor Space?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming 3 BR House near downtown / VERY Pet Friendly / Great Outdoor Space?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Charming 3 BR House near downtown / VERY Pet Friendly / Great Outdoor Space located?

Located in Ridgeview, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Signature Spas of Hickory Inc., Frye Regional Medical Center, and Hickory Community Theatre. The Crossing at Hollar Mill and Harper House are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 45 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 45 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 45 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 45 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 45 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

8.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Linda J.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
The host was very nice and accommodating. She replied back quickly to my questions.The house was spacious, colorfully decorated and had lots of amenities. Great house for families with children. Our granddaughter loved the dollhouse! Nearby roads were noisy but didn't really bother us. Our family enjoyed our time here! Thank you for sharing your house with us!
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I appreciate the host being responsive when I asked a couple questions!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martin T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hickory House

Great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ginger W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very good! My 88 yr old father was easily able to get around in the house also a ramp to enter. Nice outside seating areas. Very enjoyable just a little dim lighting in some areas. Otherwise perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kila V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Peaceful Stay

Owner is communicative and the home was clean and lovely!
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nina U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House is very eclectic and charming. Location is great. Fenced yard A if you have pets. It is backed up to a busy road, but no breaks in the fence, so dogs are safe and when inside you go not hear the traffic. Communication and response by owner was fast and very pleasant. We would visit again if we're in the area, for sure!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Grace G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Property owner was amazing and responsive. We enjoyed our time. Property was great.

We appreciated the location and our host was lovely.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

wendy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

This was a great location for what we were doing. Very nice place we will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place in Hickory, NC

Great place, centralized location, lovely dog accommodations, terrific host!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

Great communication. Perfect hime for the group I had. Highly recommended!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anthony G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Enjoyed our stay :)

Description of the house was spot on. Location was absolutely perfect and the backyard was perfect for our pups. Meri was great and super accommodating, if we visit Hickory again we would hope to stay here!
Stayed 21 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

jillann d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location
House is located in a not so desirable neighborhood. Not able to walk downtown. Outside adequate lighting would be a good start. I wouldn't recommend it. I left after a few hours due to police issues with the people/house across the street.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A good place to land after a medical procedure

Meri was a great host with all of the necessities for us and our mixed malteepoo.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

debbie d.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hickory house

Very nice
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfection

Charming, comfortable home in perfect proximity to everything we needed to be near. Host is amazing and made great recommendations of places to visit. So glad we booked!
Stayed 21 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Jeanne V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Convenient

A very convenient location and communicative host.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brandy A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing stay

Extremely accomodating. I absolutely LOVED the house! I na e been inspired by the decore. I will absolutely book again on my next trip to Hickory! The beds were alll super comfy and my frenchy "Pippa feltbright at home with the fenced in yard and enclosed porch ! Host was super accomodating i am so grateful for their hospitality!,
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beth M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice place

We enjoyed our stay! Everything was ready for us including snacks. The mowing service came while we were there which worked out fine! The road is busy so that took us a night to get use to the noise. Enjoyed our space!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Meredith M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Owner nails it!

Beautifully loved and decorated, this older home had everything you could want, and more. It is a large space, so it wouldn’t feel crowded, even with kids, or a pet. The one downside was the proximity to traffic noise.I loved how I could quickly zip to nearly everywhere, whether downtown or out at Baker’s Mountain. Communication was great, and the house was well-stocked.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

John S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
The good: Older home that has been decorated with very lively/fun accessories. Lots of space to move around in. Off-street parking could hold a couple of cars (we only had one). It is close to downtown Hickory. Being pet-friendly was nice. The kitchen worked for what we needed. It was a much better set-up than a hotel room for us on this trip.The not quite as good: The floors are not even and show some pretty good signs of wear. The paint on the ceiling of one of the bedrooms is hanging off and looks like it is ready to fall. It was just not as clean as previous VRBOs we've stayed in - it may just be the age of the home.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pamela G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Couldn't Ask For More!

Great house! Has everything needed for a pleasing stay. Super cool decorating and very comfortable furnishings. All is clean and fresh. Everywhere you look there's something beautiful. Handicapped accessible for me and our elderly dog with an outside entry ramp for us both and bathroom toilet and shower fixtures for me. Love the huge wrap around gated porch. Wonderful happy stay!
Stayed 34 nights in May 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jeff S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Lots of potential

This property has lots of potential. It’s in a great location between the college and convention center. The only Negatives would be it is near a somewhat busy street and it had been occupied by someone that smoked. Everything is updated and clean. A real plus is it has a fenced in back yard that my grandkids and dogs enjoyed. We definitely consider staying here again if we are in town.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cindy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Feel Right At Home

We were in Hickory NC to attend an event at Lenoir-Rhyne U and extended our stay to explore a bit of the area. The rental location and accommodations did not disappoint and Merianne was quick to respond to my messages. Hands-down, our favorite part of the house was the spacious porch and comfy beds, but honestly the house and neighborhood are as described by the owner! Downtown Hickory is small, but bustling with several restaurants, breweries, and small shops. We were also within an easy drive to antique shops, wineries, and Baker’s Mountain Park, if hiking is your thing.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clean, pet friendly

Enjoyed our stay. Very clean, comfortable beds. So nice having a fenced in yard, also enjoyed the ability to fence off the front porch so our 2 dogs could hang out with us. Several restaurants, a record store, and a coffee/tea shop within walking distance. If I had to suggest anything, I would add either a Keurig or coffee pot to the French press option. We didn’t have any issue using the press, but it does take extra time to steep and clean afterwards. Would book again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Visiting my LR daughter

Meri was great dealing with. Minor issues. My golden retriever oved laying on the front porch. I'm a very light sleeper my one drawback was the major road and noise right behind the house. It wouldn't stop me from renting again. Thank you John M
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

About the host

Hosted by Merianne Byers

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I currently live in Florida - but my son and his family are in NC - and I visit often.

Why they chose this property

I fell in love with this house - it's definitely a "work in progress". Part of the charm of an old house (built in 1929) is there is always something to do.

What makes this property unique

My favorite part of the house is the front porch - I love sitting out there. The railing on the porch slides open/closed - so it's safe for kids and pets, and there is a fenced in back-yard as well. Please make sure to check the guest book on the coffee table in the living room for house rules, and check-out instructions.

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