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Gray Heron

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Exterior
2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets
Shower, towels, soap, toilet paper
Smart TV, table football, books

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroom102 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Hickory, NC
  • Place, Lake Hickory
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Hickory Metro Convention Center
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Catawba Valley Medical Center
    ‪15 min drive‬

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About the area

Hickory

With a stay at this vacation home in Hickory (North Hickory), you'll be steps from Lake Hickory and Catawba River. .This family-friendly vacation home is 3.8 mi (6.1 km) from Lenoir-Rhyne University and 4 mi (6.4 km) from Maple Grove.

What's nearby

  • Lake Hickory - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Lenoir-Rhyne University - 9 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Hickory Metro Convention Center - 15 min drive - 13.8 km
  • Catawba Valley Medical Center - 15 min drive - 15.7 km
  • Lake Norman - 27 min drive - 33.0 km

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Windy City Grill - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Romeo & Brewliet Tap Room & Pour House - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Standard Oyster Company - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Gray Heron

Experience Hickory like a local in this 2-bedroom bungalow. Lake front windows provide a great view of the lake and indigenous wildlife. This property features 1 queen Temperpedic bed and 2 twin beds ( trundle & daybed) , perfect for a small group of guests. With AC and heating, you'll stay nice and cozy during your visit. The bathroom includes a shower for your convenience. Make your holiday one for the books with a stay at our place. The fishing is great from the private dock. The hottub faces the uninterrupted lake front & is totally private for stargazing. Tornado foosball table, frisbee golf putting basket prepare you for some great local action and courses or private games at the home.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private patio. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a Smart television is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Enjoy the recreation opportunities such as a hot tub or make use of other amenities including an arcade/game room.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Foosball table

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Unit size: 1,100 square feet
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

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
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
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
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

Gray Heron Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 1 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 1 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Connie E., Charlottesville, VA. USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful spot right on Lake Hickory. Kitchen was well equipped. Lisa communicated promptly and clearly.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025