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The Hickory House located in Historic South Park

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Exterior
Exterior
Living area
Interior
Living area

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 61000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Dayton, OH
  • University of Dayton
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Dayton Convention Center
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Miami Valley Hospital
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Dayton, OH (DAY-James M. Cox Dayton Intl.)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

First Floor bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Great Room Pull Out Couch

1 Double Futon

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

The Hickory House located in Historic South Park

This 2 bedroom, 1 bath home in the heart of South Park is ideal for visiting University of Dayton, wedding guests or hospital staff. Close to all of the attractions Dayton has to offer including local breweries & coffee house, shopping in the Oregon District and the arts (Schuster Center & Dayton Art Institute). There is tons of nightlife just blocks away, come explore everything our city has to offer.

Property manager

Laura Ryan
Premier Host

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Quiet Hours outside the property start at 10pm-8am.

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
On-site 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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock

About the area

Dayton

South Park, a neighbourhood in Dayton, is home to this holiday home. National Museum of the United States Air Force and Wright-Patterson AFB are cultural highlights of the area. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Baujan Field or University of Dayton Arena.
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Dayton, OH

What's nearby

  • University of Dayton - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Dayton Convention Center - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Miami Valley Hospital - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Benjamin and Marian Schuster Performing Arts Center - 1 min drive - 1.4 km
  • University of Dayton Arena - 4 min drive - 4.2 km

Getting around

  • Dayton, OH (DAY-James M. Cox Dayton Intl.) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Jimmie's Ladder 11 - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Ghostlight Coffee - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Hickory House located in Historic South Park pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Hickory House located in Historic South Park?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Hickory House located in Historic South Park?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Hickory House located in Historic South Park located?

Located in South Park, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Oregon Park and University of Dayton. America's Packard Museum and Warped Wing Brewery are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 34 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 34 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Anniversary

Celebrated our 21st anniversary here. Home was perfect Nice location very secure and clean Host answered all questions in a timely manner. Veryvery helpfull.very veru hrlpful.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan R.

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

Hickory house review

Owner was flexible and responsive. Appreciated the neighborhood and location. Beds were comfortable and cozy. Kitchen had all we needed. Grill and patio furniture in backyard. Had a great stay here.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffri W.

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

Neat historic neighborhood

The Hickory House was a great spot for us to stay as we explored Dayton's interesting history. Central location with unique local food and drink options! Clean and restored with character.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy W.

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

Great place to stay

Nice cute house. Clean and comfy. Really comfy beds, good hot shower with water pressure. We weren't there for very long but the back yard, kitchen and laundry would have been great had we needed them. Parking is on the street but we had no trouble parking with in a couple houses. Felt safe and secure. Road noise was minimal.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie H.

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

All Good

Nice little house that provided everything we needed and more. Nothing but positives for our experience staying at The Hickory House. We would stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gordon D.

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

Hickory House

The house is great. Very nice. We hope to stay again our next time in Dayton.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

2/10 Terrible

Paul M.

Disliked: Communication, location, listing accuracy

Below average

I am a reasonable person who rarely leaves negative reviews. However, this property is not something I can recommend. The stairs were very, very steep (my 7 year old had to scoot down instead of walk down). My wife found 7 spiders in one day. And, my wife and child witnessed a car broken into on the same street in broad daylight, which was very concerning. Further, the owner was not customer service friendly when approached with these matters and utilized some incredibly interesting approaches when provided accurate information.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marrianne M., Chicago, IL

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

Loved Hickory House

What a perfect little house in a great location. Wonderful hospitality and good communication. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christopher M.

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

Great place to stay

The Hickory house is an excellent place to stay while in Dayton. It is conveniently located to many different areas including Dayton University, hospitals, and the Oregon district. The house was exceptionally clean, well-maintained and very comfortable. We enjoyed our stay, and would definitely book again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aaron S.

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

Amazing house!

We loved this house. Such character! Block is full of renovated old classic homes. Everything inside was great and as described. Even an amazing gift at check in. We would love to stay again!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ranae W.

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

Great stay!

The house was clean and host was great. Everything was as promised. Good location. Would stay here again if I'm in the area. Thanks
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Abby H., Plainfield

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

Perfect!

We absolutely loved our stay at the Hickory House! It is such an adorable home in a safe neighborhood. It was perfect for our dance competition at the convention center.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Dale M.

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

Eclipse

Excellent
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

sheila t.

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

Hickory House

The Hickory House located in Historic South Park Star Star Star Star Star What an awesome stay we had at the Hickory House! The host was amazing and the property was so homey, welcoming and so clean and our host Laura left us the most amazing brownies, along with other snacks and water. I would highly recommend the Hickory house and would 1,000 percent stay there again
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Francesca E.

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

Retirement get a way

4 of us went to Dayton for a retirement get a way. Went to the airforce mus. and The Century bar. Very close to down town without being hectic. Clean, cute house. comfortable beds. Would stay again. Only negative is the shower head needs replaced.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sage T.

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

Comfortable stay!

We really loved all of the little thoughtful things around! They definitely make you feel at home! The towels and blankets were so fresh and clean! The emails for the check-in/check out process were sent a little later than preferred but its okay! The front steps were a bit tricky to navigate. We also wished the shower would have a grab bar or traction on the tub base, it was a bit slippery! There is no bathroom fan so it was tough to dry out the room after showering. Overall it waa a very cute house and we would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie L.

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

Highly Recommended

We had an amazing stay at The Hickory House! From the moment we walked in the door, we felt at home and very much welcomed! We had everything we needed and then some. The home was super comfortable, clean, updated...truly felt as a home away from home. The location is amazing, walking distance to local coffee shops and eateries. Easy access to highways. We will definitely stay when we are in the area again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin S.

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

I can't imagine a better location

Where to start...the house itself is great, clean, updated, charming, the list goes on. The hosts were fantastic, they left us a welcome snack basket and were extremely responsive and helpful. The location of the Hickory House is really just the cherry on top. We were able to walk to just about everything we wanted to do and Dayton has plenty to offer. There was a German/Oktoberfest happening just down the road and it was such a fun time. The Dayton Dragons have a nice stadium in the heart of downtown and people sure get behind their local team. Plenty of great restaurants and breweries all within a walk or cheap uber ride. If you are ever planning a trip to Dayton do yourself a favor and book the Hickory House you will not be disappointed.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence J.

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

Just what we needed

The property was great! Lovely area in old Dayton/Oregon District. The local treats were great! My gf educated me on the local intricacies; pubs/ breweries, Mike Sell's, etc... and to top it all off, it snowed which doesn't happen often in SC! Furniture was comfortable. Property set in a convenient location for food, entertainment & drinking. You could tell the beding was freshly laundered( which we appreciated). We'll have to come back again (probably when it's warmer). 10 out of 10 HIGHLY recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Pamela M.

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

Cute & Cozy

Hickory House is a great alternative to an ordinary hotel. Charming, cute and cozy. Close proximity to Oregon Historical District and downtown. We walked downtown to Riverscape for Celtic Festival. Note: renters need to be able to negotiate steep steps entering house and to second floor. Railings are a bit wobbly. A grab bar in bathtub/shower would be helpful. All-in-all a good experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Adrienne J.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Hickory House wedding visit

We were in town for a few days to attend a family wedding. We found the property yo be wonderfully furnished and decorated. Everything we needed was there including a thoughtful basket of snacks and chilled bottles of water. Our only complaint was there were many dead flies and spider webs in all the corners and edges of the rooms. I swept up some with the broom and dustpan provided. A small vacuum would be a great addition. Overall, we had a great stay and would come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amy T., Chicago

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

Fantastic place!

This was a great experience with Laura! The property was exactly as described. She was quick to respond with any questions and provided all of the information we needed for our stay. It’s a cozy place. Very warm and welcoming. I’m a student from out of town. A classmate stayed with me, and this was convenient as it is close to campus and restaurants/bars, etc. I really enjoyed staying here. We had everything we needed, even laundry supplies. Laura also left me a gift basket and card, which was the sweetest thing of all. She’s a fantastic host. Check this property out. You won’t regret it!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca P.

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

Cute Place in a Great Location

This is a really cute place close to downtown. We were in town for a wedding so it was nice to have a place with a full kitchen, laundry that was close to downtown. Nice amount of amenities from a welcome basket of snacks, coffee, iron, laundry soap, make up remover packs and towels. With being there for a wedding and having multiple people getting ready at the same time, the bathroom is small so have to find other areas to get ready. Would be nice to have a full body mirror downstairs so you don’t have to go upstairs. :) other than that, clean and welcoming with room to spread out. Great place for an extended stay where you wound need to cook, grocery shop, and wash laundry. This area in town seems to be getting fixed up in places, but you will see some abandoned homes and businesses close by. I did not feel unsafe, but we did have to walk on the other side of the street a few times while walking places with the kids. If your use to city life, think this will be normal for ya. :) There are a lot of unique eateries, pubs, and shops in walking distance which was great since we like adventuring, trying new things, and walking places. Would stay again and love staying somewhere unique rather than a hotel where you can see and experience local parts of the city. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sharon McMullen O.

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

A Gem

This house is so well-designed, well-equipped, simple and yet elegant. Comfy beds. We were glad we picked this place, and will again if we are in Dayton, 2020 basketball champs.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa L.

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

Feels Like Home

Laura is a wonderful host. I have stayed here so many times this year and Laura has been nothing but a great hostess and very easy to get a hold of if needed. I love this place and would highly recommend it.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

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Hosted by Laura Ryan

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