Boutique Hotels in Catawba County

Escape to the charming "Carolina Cottage" - a cozy 2-bedroom retreat in Hickory, NC. Recently renovated, this transitional-style home offers a fully equipped kitchen, covered porch, and convenient access to downtown, parks, Lake Hickory, Hickory Airpot, Crawdads Stadium, and Appalachian States new Campus . Ideal for up to 4 guests, indulge in the comforts of this peaceful haven while exploring the vibrant city and nearby attractions. Experience the perfect blend of relaxation and adventure at "Carolina Cottage."About pets:Pets allowed: dogs less than 50 lbs per pet (limit 2 pets total).About checkOut:Check out before 10:00 AM.About children:Children allowed: ages 0-17.About customRules:We allow smaller dogs that are none shedding..About checkIn:Check in after 3:00 PM.About smoking:Smoking is not permitted.About minBookingAge:Minimum age to rent: 23.About events:No events allowed.

Sleeps 12 (1 King bed, 4 Queen beds, and 1 set of twin bunk beds)3 Bedrooms, 1 Bunkroom, 3 full bathrooms, 1 half bathLaundry area with Washer and DryerKitchen ~ Living Room ~ Dining ~ Game room ~Sunroom ~ Deck ~ Patio ~ Covered Boat Dock ~ Laundry This newly renovated house is perfectly located in the serene cove of Lookout Shoals Lake in Catawba, NC. Whether you are looking for a leisurely getaway or an adventure-filled family vacation—this is the place for you! Lounge by the shore on the covered dock, explore the surrounding coves and observe the various wildlife from the seat of a kayak, or enjoy swimming and sliding from the dock into the calm and refreshing water. Make sure to pack your fishing rods and tackle box as the lake is home to various species of fish. If you are a water sports enthusiast and would like to bring your own boat or jet-ski, there is a boat ramp that offers public access located just a short drive from the property. The dock at the house is equipped with cleats allowing you to dock your watercraft during your stay. While there are plenty of ways to enjoy the quaint Lookout Shoals Lake, it does not offer access to a marina or any watercraft rental companies. After enjoying all that the lake has to offer, you may choose to participate in a little friendly competition with a game of air hockey, poker, foosball, or billiards in the fully stocked game room. What better way to wrap up a perfect day at the lake than by relaxing next to the stone fire-pit and grilling a perfect meal to pair with the stunning view?The Dreamy Lake Lodge was designed for families, groups, and couples alike. The main floor offers an open concept living and dining area that features an unobstructed view of the lake. In the chef’s kitchen you will find ample counter space, cookware, and dishes. You will also find a full range of appliances including a four-burner range, two convection ovens, and a stainless-steel refrigerator that are sure to appease any culinary expert or to simply store the take-out and left-over meals from one of the local restaurants. Off the kitchen and dining area, you will find a sunroom that is perfect for your morning coffee or enjoying the evening sunset. The main floor also boasts a large master bedroom with a king-size bed and a private deck that provides a breath-taking view of the water. The ensuite bathroom offers a walk-in shower as well as a large vanity and back-lit mirror. If you have young kids, you will love that the kid’s room houses a set of twin bunk beds with a slide and is also located on the main floor of the home. There is also a half bathroom located off the main living space. Two additional bedrooms are located upstairs and each comfortably accommodates two queen beds and a dresser. A jack-and-jill bathroom is perfectly positioned between the two bedrooms, with each bedroom containing its own vanity area. Adding to the tranquility of these rooms is the clear view of the gorgeous lake. The beautifully finished walkout basement is sure to be one of the favorite spaces in the home! From card games to classic arcade games, everyone is sure to find a game that they love in the newly furnished game room. If participating in games is not your thing, then enjoy the beautifully-crafted wet bar while watching your favorite sports team on the large screen TV!Interested in shopping, dining, or spending a day being pampered at the spa? The proximity of I-40 allows for quick travel to many nearby attractions. Rock Barn Country Club & Spa is only a short drive from the house and offers a beautiful golf course and relaxing spa area. Boxcar Grille, Marely’s Pizza, Pop’s Old Company Store and Tavern, Rustic Rail Café, and Catawba Creamery are all local dining options within a ten-minute drive of the property. There are also various dining and shopping attractions located in the nearby towns of Conover, Hickory, and Statesville. Please be aware of the gradual slope and natural uneven terrain in the rear of the property and use caution for guests that are not independently steady and mobile. Life jackets are available and are advised to be used at all times by anyone around or in the water. Use extra precautions when visiting the property with children due to the property’s proximity to the water. When enjoying the lake, please also be aware of any surrounding watercrafts visiting the cove. About pets:No pets allowed.About checkOut:Check out before 10:00 AM.About children:Children allowed: ages 0-17.About customRules:Any damage caused by you or your guest during your stay will be your responsibility..Please be mindful of noise levels after 10pm out of respect for neighbors.About checkIn:Check in after 3:00 PM.About smoking:Smoking is not permitted.About minBookingAge:Minimum age to rent: 23.About events:No events allowed.

Our 4th season! Come stay at our large 5 bedroom home with direct lakefront access with boat dock on a private cove with easy access to Lake Norman. All new furnishings (May 2023) with all the comforts of home featuring a fully kitchen with dishes, utensils, cookware, small appliances, spices, bath towels, linens, and pillows, comfy hybrid mattress beds, books and games, a full-size pool table, 2 slot machines, lots of outdoor seating, firepit and kayaks. Our home is peaceful and serene where you can go to get away from it all, but with easy access to all that Lake Norman and its surrounding communities have to offer.This home is located on a quiet cul-de-sac street within an established upscale, wooded neighborhood offering lakefront views from most of the rooms. Neighbors are not to be disturbed. This home features large, open concept entertaining areas both upstairs and downstairs with 10-foot ceilings throughout offering lake views from almost every room. The outdoor space is professionally designed and landscaped. Your retreat is professionally cleaned with Anti-disinfectants which will be used before and after every booking to ensure the highest level of sanitation.Our spacious 4,000 sf retreat features a cozy living room with gas fireplace, a modern kitchen with beautiful stonework and island featuring stainless steel appliances, counter seating and a dining table all with views of the lake. Enjoy our coffee/tea bar for those needing an extra boost in the morning! Walkout to a raised composite deck with plenty of seating and a dining table with umbrella for the perfect place to enjoy your morning coffee or an evening cocktail while staring at the tranquil waters of the cove. The kitchen features all brand new (May 2023) cookware and bakeware, silverware, dinnerware, utensils, glasses, mugs. Major appliances include a French-door refrigerator/freezer, an electric stove and dishwasher. Small appliances include a toaster, microwave oven, an air fryer and a Keurig coffee maker. Our dining room has seating for 6. There are 5 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms.All guests staying will be provided with:* A starter kit consisting of paper towels, dish detergent, toilet paper, laundry detergent, fabric sheets etc.* Please let us know if you are celebrating a special occasion.When it’s time to relax, you can rest easy on either of our two ultra-comfortable King-size mattresses (DOUBLE MASTERS!) each with waterfront views and walk-out deck access. One master features a private full bath with a large, jetted tub and walk-in closet. A queen bedroom and a full hallway bath rounds up the main level of the home. On the lower level there is a bedroom with 2 full beds and another bedroom with twin bunk beds and a daybed with pop-up trundle (both twins). We provide extra towels/washcloths, shampoo, conditioner, and body soap to keep you fresh. You will also find an iron and ironing board to have you looking your best!During your stay, you will also have everything you need to stay connected to work or leisure with new fiber WiFi and a large desk. Three smart TVs with streaming available (you will have to use your own streaming accounts). In addition, your retreat features keyless entry and ample parking for guests in the driveway. Please no street parking overnight.A large recreational room on the lower level features beautiful lake views with direct walk-out access and features a a large pool table and 2 slot machines filled with coins! We also have books, puzzles and board games to keep you occupied during a rainy day or chilly evening. This recreational room also features a full-size bar area with seating for 5, an extra fridge and a temperature-controlled wine cellar. A sofa and loveseat are situated around a gas fireplace with a 65” TV. A full bath is also located on the lower level.Outside enjoy a custom-built table that can accommodate 12 people, a fire pit, BBQ and a covered boat dock with seating. The fire pit will be an evening hit to relive the glory days and roast s’mores. Kayaks and other water toys and yard games are available for guests to use during your stay. The dock is located in a NO WAKE ZONE (5 MPH) and is great for swimming, with ladder access from the water. When using motorized watercraft, please observe the NO WAKE rules within the cove. Our HOA is very strict and many of our neighbors on the cove have video cameras. When operating watercraft, please stay to the right of the buoys on the right in the cove, there are a series of large rocks, tree trunks in the middle. Please exercise caution when navigating within this area. The water depth around our dock area is approximately 4-5 feet deep. A pontoon boat is recommended (top down when entering and exiting the bridge underpass). You will have the outer slip of our dock to tie up.Between Labor Day and Memorial Day, Duke Energy (who owns the lake) drains portions of the lake, making our cove extremely shallow. You will be unable to enter or leave the cove on motorized craft. Between these times, boats are prohibited.You can also get to many waterfront restaurants and islands on the lake within a 10-20 minute boat ride. For boat/jet ski and paddleboard rentals we recommend the following companies, most can deliver right to the dock:What's Up Watersports of Lake Norman, 704-931-8787Long Island Paddle Sports, 828-241-9809Lake Effects Boat Rentals, 704-360-5177Lake Norman Boat Rentals, 704-677-5036Please note, boat and jet ski rentals are very popular and book up fast. We suggest calling as soon as possible to secure your rental.Washer and dryer on-site. Security cameras are located outside on this property. The home has a security system with fire/smoke detectors monitored by a 3rd party security company. Touchscreen thermostats on both levels control both the heat and central air conditioning. Ceiling fans appear throughout the property. OTHER THINGS TO NOTE:- Service dogs and emotional support animals are welcome. A $100+tax non-refundable one-time charge will be added to your rental. You are responsible for cleaning up after your dog. Please let us know ahead of time if you are bringing a pet. - There is a slow gradual slope down to the boat dock area consisting of rocks and patio blocks. - The twin bunk beds are for children 6 years of age and older only. Please exercise caution when using the bunk beds.- Our neighbors are full-time residents, and we take great care to be good neighbors. We expect our guests to observe nighttime outdoor quiet hours (10pm-8am) and be respectful of other residents. Sorry, we do not allow parties, weddings (large or small), or events for this reason. Neighbors are not to be disturbed. - Garbage must be disposed of at the Sherrill’s Ford Trash and Recycling Center located at 8876 Sherrill’s Ford Road, Sherrill’s Ford (approx. 7 miles away). This center is open Thursday-Sunday from 10am-6pm (closed on Federal holidays). There is a $2 per bag fee. Absolutely no garbage is to be left in the bins or anywhere in the home.- We maintain a smoke free home, smoking inside the home is strictly prohibited. No exceptions. Fireworks and discharge of firearms is strictly prohibited.Important: We are committed to protecting our home. Primary renter must be 25 years or older and must be present for the entire stay. Please be advised Name on Credit Card MUST MATCH NAME ON RESERVATION or risk being canceled automatically. Billing address MUST MATCH ID. By agreeing to stay at our property, you and your family are agreeing to a short-term lease of the property to be used for residential purposes only and for a period of time as agreed upon in your booking. We take great pride in our home and the landscaping areas, please be sure to treat our home and grounds respectfully. We are confident that our retreat will serve as a great home base for your family to enjoy a relaxing and memorable vacation. Neighbors are not to be disturbed. Please do not use any of the common areas of the neighborhood. NOTE: Your Check-in instructions will be emailed out to you 24 - 48 prior to your arrival date. Please check your SPAM folder if you have not received them. These will be sent out to the email address you used when you first booked.About pets:No pets allowed.About checkOut:Check out before 11:00 AM.About children:Children allowed: ages 0-17.About customRules:Quiet Hours 10pm-8am.About checkIn:Check in after 4:00 PM.About smoking:Smoking is not permitted.About minBookingAge:Minimum age to rent: 25.About events:No events allowed.

At Rock Barn, we have an on-site town home. This luxurious accommodation is located just minutes from the main clubhouse and spa complex. Furnished townhomes come equipped with flat screen televisions, a fully equipped kitchen and a spacious porch, perfect for relaxing or dining outside. The living room provides a cozy atmosphere to gather with friends or stretch out and relax. Four Vehicles is the max aloud (two in the garage and 2 outside of the garage). If you plan on having guest over, please contact the Rock Barn Clubhouse to make arrangements for other parking. SPA AND GOLF ARE AVAILABLE BY RESERVATION ONLY!! LODGING PRICING DOES NOT INCLUDE SPA AND GOLF!! GOLF COURSES ARE CLOSED ON MONDAY'S AND ARE SUBJECT TO AVAILABILITY!! For example, we do host large tournaments here that may affect your ability to make tee times. Please contact the Golf Pro Shop and Spa in advance before making VRBO reservations.Room Configuration4 Bedrooms | 3 1/2 BathsUpper Level1 King Master Suite1 Queen BedroomScreened-in PorchWooden Deck Lower Level1 Suite with two Queen Beds1 King SuiteWooden DeckNO GRILLThe Spa onsite is available for use through reservations only. Please do so well in advance as the Spa does book up quickly. Children must be 18 years old to use the Spa Deck. Also both courses are available through tee times only. Please also make your tee times in advance. The onsite outdoor pool is available from Memorial Day through Labor Day. All restaurants are accessible to guest of our homes.About pets:No pets allowed.About checkOut:Check out before 11:00 AM.About children:Children allowed: ages 0-17.About checkIn:Check in after 3:00 PM.About smoking:Smoking is not permitted.About minBookingAge:Minimum age to rent: 25.About events:No events allowed.

Enjoy this peaceful and centrally-located home in the heart of Hickory. We completely refurbished this 1958 duplex to showcase the original, refinished hardwood floors, and gorgeous custom kitchen cabinetry and new bathrooms, then filled it with an eclectic blend of genuine mid mod furnishings and fresh linens. Once you’re here, you won’t want to leave!About pets:No pets allowed.About checkOut:Check out before 10:00 AM.About children:Children allowed: ages 0-17.About checkIn:Check in after 3:00 PM.About smoking:Smoking is not permitted.About minBookingAge:Minimum age to rent: 21.About events:No events allowed.