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Beautifully restored country estate near GWU
Beautifully restored 1850 farmhouse in the Shelby countryside. 30 minutes to Tryon. An hour to Charlotte/Asheville. Nearby are vineyards and GWU. 7 1/2 acres of serene beauty - sit by the pond and fish or hike the cleared trails down to the flowing creek. End the night sitting by the firepit. Sleeps 4-6 people. 1600 sq ft house with 2 BR, 2 Baths, den, and a beautiful open concept living dining and kitchen. Queen air mattress for den. NOTE: 6/25 upgraded to Starlink. Wi-Fi is no longer an issue.

House right on lake, Peace and comfort awaits you
Right on the lake. Enjoy the great sunsets unobstructed. Easy access ramp leading to the entrance door. Enter The living room Kitchen area. Two double sliding doors open to the large screened Porch were you can just relax and don’t forget the sunsets. The bathroom has a large walk in rain head shower The two bedrooms have full size very comfortable mattresses. A full size kitchen and a nice eating area. Two docks for fishing or just relaxing. Year round adventure is waiting just for you.

Mallard Cottage
Nestled in a cove on Lookout Shoals Lake, Mallard Cottage is a small bungalow raised on piers to elevate it above ground level. This provides a special view of the lake that is as beautiful in the morning as the evening. Our yard is fenced with gates as we are pet and kid friendly. The exterior was updated in the past two years and the interior has just completed a full remodel....it is very fresh, open, and welcoming. The lake side has two large glass doors that give a full view from anywhere

Private cozy lake home with indoor pool!
Kick back and relax in this calm, stylish space. Secluded home yet close to town. Nestled in a quiet cove right off the main channel on Lake Hickory. It has a heated indoor pool so even in the winter time you can enjoy the water with view of the lake. There is a dock as well. So if you happen to want to enjoy the lake, you can. The house has its own boat ramp so if you want to bring your own boat you can. If not there are places to rent them from. Hope you come and enjoy our piece of paradise.

Couples Retreat, Yard Games, Firepit, Paddleboards
Welcome to our secluded lakeside sanctuary on the shores of Lake Norman! Tucked away amidst tranquil woods, this stylish home offers the ultimate escape for couples seeking relaxation and adventure, with a touch of family-friendly charm. From cozying up inside on the king bed or by the fireplace, to gliding along the lake in a paddleboard or gazing at stars near the firepit, our home offers endless opportunities for a couples getaway, ensuring a truly unforgettable lakeside experience for all.

The Porch on Lake Norman
LAKE FRONT, custom built in 2018. Nestled amidst the trees, you will enjoy our private guest house. Included: 1 bedroom with queen bed, full bath with shower, elegant great room with fully equipped kitchen. Also includes a large open air porch with vaulted ceiling and sky lights. Enjoy fishing, swimming, kayaking, and pedal boating from the owner's dock. Restaurants & activities minutes away. EV charging available on premise. The guest house is a separate structure with it's own hvac.

Cozy & Convenient Loft on Lakeshore LKN 1-Bed
Relax and celebrate the holidays with a lakefront view, decorations & lights and maybe even a bonfire at sunset at the Loft on Lakeshore! Whether it be a couple's getaway, special occasion, holiday travel or scouting out the LKN area, we welcome you! Located in a quiet neighborhood only 1.5 miles off I-77, the Loft is a private second floor guesthouse overlooking Lake Norman. You'll also have access to an outdoor balcony, kayaks, paddle boards, the lake, beach, fire pit, and gazebo.

Lake Lookout Guest Cottage - Whole House Rental
Lake Lookout Guest Cottage Waterfront private guest cottage located on over 3 acres of land on Lake Lookout Shoals is the perfect place to enjoy a quiet lakefront escape. Enjoy the lake views from the comfort of your own 1,000 square foot cottage. The Guest Cottage is located off of the main channel with 235 feet of shoreline! Spend your time indoors, outdoors, in the lake, on the beach or in the canoe - something for everyone! Come visit us and enjoy a bit of "Lake Life!"

Lakefront Serenity
Our comfortable one bedroom apartment is centrally located near downtown Hickory, yet sits quietly on the main channel of Lake Hickory. Enjoy fishing, swimming, or relaxing from the dock. You are welcome to bring your own boat/jet ski and secure it to our dock. Relax and enjoy watching wildlife from your private deck. Hickory’s new River Walk (which winds through the woods)is directly across the lake. Charlotte, Asheville, and Boone are within one hour of the property.

Cozy cottage in quiet cove on LKN
The Cottage in the Cove is a charming 3 bedroom 1 1/2 bath home on Lake Norman. This warm and cozy cottage has been freshly remodeled while maintaining its charming character with exposed rock walls in the open floor plan living areas. This quaint area is calling you to grab a book, open the doors to the patio and relax into your own little reading nook. This house offers three bedrooms upstairs located above the walkout basement living area with a full bath upstairs.

Cozy Lake Hickory Cabin
Private lake front cottage on peaceful quiet wooded cove sleeps up to 7. King bed and full sofa bed w/ comfy mattresses in the upstairs 550 sq ft studio space plus XL screen room. Newly finished downstairs BR will sleep up to 3 more guests in a King bed and twin daybed. YOU CANNOT ACCESS THE DOWNSTAIRS BEDROOM FROM INSIDE THE STUDIO. IT IS ACCESSED WITH ITS OWN DOOR BY THE LOWER DECK. Boat ramp, child + dog friendly Walk to Lake Hky Marina

Serenity by the Lake
Lake front home on beautiful Lake Hickory, NC. This property Includes 3 Bedroom (King,Queen,Full) 2 full bathrooms, comfortable furniture, full kitchen, along with Washer and Dryer. Aprox 1500sqft of living space with wrap-around porch that includes a screened in porch with hammock along with a covered side porch with gas grille. The home also boasts WIFI, cableTV (Sling TV), and smart locks for easy anytime access. Beautiful Sunsets await!
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Waterfront apartment rentals

Tranquility Cove - Beautiful Lakefront Apartment

Sail Away Suite

Private Hideaway on Lake Norman

Lakefront Family Fun, New Gazebo, Toys Included!

Lake Norman Waterfront Near Davidson College

Tranquil Lakefront Carriage House with Dock

Mermaid Cove

Ruth's Quiet Creekside Getaway
Waterfront house rentals

Midcentury Modern Lakehouse on Main Channel

Private Beach Waterfront Home- Hot Tub-Kayaks-SUP

Lake Front 1-BR w/ Private Beach

Cozy LKN home with incredible main channel view

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Lakefront 4 Bedroom Escape w/ Dock & Kayaks!

Ollie's Hideaway: 4BR, 3.5 Ba Lakefront Exec Home

Pretty Point on Lake Hickory: Kayak & Paddle Board
Waterfront condo rentals

Lake Norman Waterfront Condo Retreat Dog Friendly

The Haven - Lake Norman Vacation Rental w/ Views

Lakefront Condo on Lake Norman!

Cozy Davidson Lake Norman escape

Waterfront Lake Norman Retreat w/ Pool Access!

Top of the Lake

Luxury Lake Norman Condo with Penthouse Views!

Bay Breeze by SoCharm | Luxurious Waterfront Condo
When is the best time to visit Hickory?
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | R2,914 ZAR | R2,232 ZAR | R2,896 ZAR | R2,709 ZAR | R2,896 ZAR | R3,408 ZAR | R2,896 ZAR | R2,896 ZAR | R2,896 ZAR | R2,896 ZAR | R3,408 ZAR | R2,896 ZAR |
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Hickory vacation rentals start at R1,022 ZAR per night before taxes and fees

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10 properties offer extra space & kid-friendly amenities

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10 properties have a dedicated workspace

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20 of Hickory vacation rentals include wi-fi access

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4.9 Average rating
Hickory stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.9 out of 5!
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