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#1 Rated Vacation Home w/ Deep Water on the Main Channel

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and balcony

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Lakeside view of the home
View from the dock to the house
Beautiful sunset at the dock!
View from paver patio of the dock
Spectacular sunsets!

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 12203.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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  • Place, Catawba Valley Medical Center
  • Place, Hickory Metro Convention Center
  • Place, Lenoir-Rhyne University

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

+2
2 Double Beds and 4 Single Beds

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

#1 Rated Vacation Home w/ Deep Water on the Main Channel

This beautiful house has one of the best views on all of Lake Hickory! Complete with a new chefs kitchen, a Master Bedroom on the main, two more bedrooms and a rec room down below it is a perfect getaway for a relaxing escape. Both the covered porch and paver fire pit patio are wonderful places to enjoy lake life. It is the perfect place to relax and watch the stresses of regular life disappear! Incredible views of the lake from all bedrooms and all of the comforts of home. Our home is located on the main channel with over 110 feet of water frontage.
Our home features a Chef’s kitchen with all stainless steel appliances and granite countertops. Including blender, crock pot, toaster, Keurig, coffee pot, pots/pans, bakeware and dishware. Plus plenty of different types glasses for your favorite beverage and we didn’t forgot the corkscrew either! You won't even need to pack any spices, there is a spice rack with all the spices to cook up your favorite meal. We have a brand new propane grill just outside the kitchen with beautiful views of the lake while you cook! Our large farm style table seats up to 10 adults, with additional eating area at the kitchen island, also a table outside under the covered porch, and a picnic area downstairs- all with spectacular lake views!
We picked only the best mattresses for all of the beds with clean, soft sheets and big fluffy towels. We want you to feel pampered and spoiled!
Our basement rec room is fun for all ages with an air hockey/ping pong table, game table for cards and board games, comfy couch, TV, wet bar, additional fridge and microwave. The door opens fully to have a great lake view while you are playing games and enjoying time with family and friends.
At the dock there are several flotation devices to float on. The water is 18’ deep at the dock, so diving and cannon balls are a must! Take a ride on our kayaks and look for the many turtles, or do some fishing off the dock. We have a few fishing poles available for your use. Our family loves to tie all of our floats together and hang out in the water all day!
Enjoy your evenings sitting by the fire in the comfy Adirondack chairs, perfect for the summer evenings and cool winter evenings as well. The lake is beautiful all year long! There are four chaise lounges with comfy cushions to either curl up with a good book, or work on your summer tan! Feel free to browse our library of books, or trade with your own! We also provide Wifi and internet service as well as a DVD player.
Lake Hickory is one the largest freshwater sand bottom lakes in North Carolina. Lake Hickory was created on the Catawba River in 1927 with the completion of the Oxford Dam 11 miles (18 km) northeast of Hickory. The dam parallels the NC Highway 16 bridge over the Catawba River between Interstate 40 and Taylorsville. It is 122 feet (37 m) high, with an overall length of 1,200 feet (370 m). The spillway section of the dam is 550 feet (170 m) long. The lake was named after the City of Hickory and runs along its northern edge. It covers almost 4,223 acres (17.09 km2) with 105 miles (169 km) of shoreline. Full pond elevation is 935 feet above sea level. It is perfect for those who love to swim, ski, tube, boat or enjoy some of the finest fishing in the area. The lake is home to many different species of fish including Striper bass, largemouth and spotted bass, crappie, lake perch, bluegill, sunfish as well as a variety of catfish. Water quality is very good and fed by mountain springs. We are conveniently located about 1 hour from Charlotte, 1 hour from Asheville (home of the Biltmore Estate!), 45 minutes from Blowing Rock and about 3 1/2 hours from the coast. Beautiful mountain views from the lake!
As far as sports are concerned, Hickory is home to the Hickory Crawdads, a Class-A South Atlantic League minor-league baseball affiliate of the Texas Rangers. The Crawdads play in L.P. Frans Stadium located in the western portion of the city, near the Hickory Regional Airport.
Hickory is also home to the Hickory Motor Speedway, nationally known as the Birthplace of the NASCAR Stars. The speedway was opened in 1951 and features a 1/2 mile track with seating for approximately 5,000 spectators.
The Dusty Ridge State Park is a great park and public boat launch less than a mile from the house.
We hope you will come visit Lake Hickory and see all that this area has to offer!
Sit back, relax, you’re on LAKE TIME now!

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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 less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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

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A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Taylorsville

Located in Taylorsville, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Maple Grove and Catawba Science Center are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Hickory Furniture Mart and Valley Hills Mall. Travelling with kids? Consider Conover City Park, or check out an event or a game at L.P. Frans Stadium. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and hunting nearby.
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Taylorsville, NC

What's nearby

  • Lake Hickory - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Catawba Valley Medical Center - 32 min drive - 28.8 km
  • Hickory Metro Convention Center - 34 min drive - 33.6 km
  • Lenoir-Rhyne University - 34 min drive - 23.5 km
  • Frye Regional Medical Center - 34 min drive - 23.4 km

Getting around

  • Charlotte-Douglas International Airport (CLT) - 78 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pam & Mike's House - ‬30 min drive
  • ‪Crossroads Grill - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Apple City Barbecue - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Little Japan - ‬23 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is #1 Rated Vacation Home w/ Deep Water on the Main Channel pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at #1 Rated Vacation Home w/ Deep Water on the Main Channel?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at #1 Rated Vacation Home w/ Deep Water on the Main Channel?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is #1 Rated Vacation Home w/ Deep Water on the Main Channel located?

This family-friendly Taylorsville holiday home is located on the waterfront, within a 5-minute walk of Lake Hickory and Catawba River. Riverbend Park is 5 mi (8.1 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Danny B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
View was incredible; house set up fit our family well; covered dock for boat was great; easy access to back boat trailer into driveway
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Troy P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was very clean and well supplied with everything we needed. It was a perfect size for our family and the location on the lake was wonderful!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful home on a quiet lake, you cannot beat the views! Great fishing and swimming off the dock! WiFi is spotty, so enjoy the outdoors!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelcy U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house was perfection & exactly what we needed. They’ve thought of everything, from the stocked kitchen with a binder of nearby stores/restaurants & marinas, to the life jackets and floats in the dock storage closet . Beautiful home with a great layout for kids. We even enjoyed the rain under the covered back porch. So peaceful.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ted M.

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

Great relaxing weekend

Even better than expected! Master bed and pillows were very comfortable. The location was perfect for our relaxing weekend. We took advantage of the awesome dock by renting a boat so the kids could play on the lake. Some pretty impressive houses on the lake to drool over. Less than 10 mins to a grocery store and less than 20 mins to Hickory. We are very pleased with the accommodations. Thank you for sharing your home with us!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

teena a.

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

Beautiful lake house

We enjoyed our stay tremendously! The house is very clean and well equipped. Beautiful views!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Gerald & Joyce M., Chapel Hill, NC

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

Heavenly hosts

Beautiful lake, perfect location on the lake. The house is very well decorated, comfortable, and well equipped. Our hosts were really wonderful, and were very helpful in every way possible.. I would highly recommend this house to anyone wanting a lakeside vacation.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Nicolette B.

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

Great Holiday Weekend at the Lake

We had a wonderful week at this gorgeous property. The house was clean, well equipped, and in such a perfect spot on the lake. Our boys loved swimming from the dock, kayaking, and fishing. We rented a boat two days from Lakeside Marina and had a great time exploring beautiful Lake Hickory! We would love to come back another time. Thanks!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Raymond H., Raleigh, USA

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

Beautiful house in a beautiful area!

The owners were extremely kind, communicative, and helpful. There were no unexpected surprises or hitches in anything. They let us check in early which was really outstanding, and clearly noted everything to be aware of! The lake was beautiful, and the surrounding area was peaceful and relaxing.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mendi N.

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

Perfect Setup

We had a great stay at Amazing Grace. The setup of the space allowed us to relax and have fun as a family. The amenities of the property (great dock for our pontoon, game room, and kayaks) allowed us to park and not have to drive again for the week. The water was deep off the dock and so clear. The best part was that our dog was able to enjoy it all with us. We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

lorraine h.

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

A Piece of Paradise!

I fell in love with this property as soon as I walked in. The window with the view of the lake is amazing. The owners were so welcoming and helpful. The home is perfect for a family. We enjoyed the air hockey and foosball tables. Even though we came in the winter, we enjoyed the stay. We all want to return in the summer as well to enjoy the lake to its fullest. Thank you again for an awesome new year get away .
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

John T.

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

Fun for the whole family

We had an awesome family vacation at Travis and Lesa’s lake home. The view of the lake was spectacular, we enjoyed fishing off the large dock, and relaxing by the camp fire under the stars. Kids enjoyed the game room, kayaking, and swimming off the dock. The lake water was as smooth as glass as we rented a boat from the marina to explore the lake and go tubing. The area has a lot to offer including golfing and hiking at South Mountain State Park. Although we stayed very active, it was refreshing to wake up every morning to a fresh pot off coffee and sit on the quiet deck overlooking the beautiful lake. We hope to return for a future vacation.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Tammy R., Waxhaw, NC

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

Paradise

I don't know where to begin. Right off the owners contacted us and made sure we made it in ok and didn't need anything, provided us with their contact information. The home was ready early so we were able to check in. We were surprised by a welcome basket, snacks and beverages. The home had everything you could need then some. The owners clearly take pride in their own; its well maintained and very clean. The views of the lake from every room in the home is amazing. Its absolutely gorgeous and so relaxing. The beds are comfortable. I appreciated not having a long list of do's and don'ts. Check out was very simple. Would definitely recommend and stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stacy M.

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

Best VRBO Hosts and House!

Our family is so grateful to Travis and and Lesa for such a perfect week long escape to the lake. The house was just as beautiful as described and in an ideal location on the lake. The dock was perfect for jumping off, fishing from, and sunbathing. The fire-pit and patio was fun for the kids to make s'mores and relaxing for the adults as we watched the gorgeous sun sets each evening over the peaceful waters. The kitchen had everything we needed when cooking meals and downtown Hickory was an easy drive when we wanted to eat out. We could have easily stayed another week and not run out of things to do. Already looking forward to our next trip! Lastly - the hosts were extremely helpful with check in and check out. I took comfort knowing that if we needed them they were extremely responsive, but otherwise left us to do our thing and disconnect. Just wonderful, thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jessa F.

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

Perfectly Relaxing!!

My goodness, what a fantastic property, with so much privacy! The house is great for a family or even 2 families. There is EVERYTHING you could possibly need from sheets and towels, to plenty of other items that we managed to forget, like dish soap, toilet paper, etc. The kitchen is also well-stocked, which was awesome because we ate there nearly every meal. Honestly, we just didn't want to leave the house. We did a day trip to Asheville, and it was only about 90 minutes away. The lake is very very clean, and the dock allows pretty much all water activity. I don't have one bad thing to say about the property! Travis and Lesa are great hosts! They happened to be there when we got to the house a little early because they actually clean the house themselves, and boy do they do a great job. You can tell how much they care about the property. The house was SPOTLESS. Thank you for sharing this property on VRBO, we will be back!!
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Tanya B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Travis and Leesa were wonderful hosts and made every effort to ensure our 4-night stay was enjoyable and very comfortable. My husband suffers from severe breathing allergies and they went out of their way to clean and eliminate any strong fragrances and chemical cleaner odors in the house. We were so appreciative of their attention to our special request and it helped to make our stay stress free and relaxing.As advertised, the sunsets were mesmerizing and uniquely beautiful each evening (it was worth the trip just to see those)!! As a bonus, even though Lakeside Marina was closed on Tuesday, they opened up just for us and we rented us a boat for an afternoon so we could cruise around Lake Hickory. The perfect way to spend and 80 degree day in October!We had a marvelous time and we hope to make this an annual trip each October with our friends when our sons attend Camp Blue Skies in Boomer NC.We want to extend a warm thank-you to the Rofflers for hosting us at Amazing Grace!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Reese R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean house, comfortable beds, amazing view and had all the amenities. My kids loved the game room and the fire pit.We had such a nice family time and plan to return. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kieth B.

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

Great Home & Layout

Beautiful home at the end of neighborhood. Lots of room to stretch out and enjoy the property and Lake Hickory. For the boaters it’s closely located to a marina and short boat ride to Sandbar Marina that has a fantastic menu and food. The house has everything you need to enjoy a stay with a game room lots of beds and wonderful sunsets. The multiple outdoor balcony/porches are another way to enjoy the lake view. Highly recommend as the hosts were very attentive and super polite!!
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

mary len c.

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

Super nice!! Beautiful views!

This property is fantastic. It is stocked with everything and is incredibly CLEAN!!! I have nothing negative to say about it and would love to stay here again. The owners/managers were so easy to communicate with and responded right away! Btw, Lake Hickory is beautiful and clean for those who are not familiar with it.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy M.

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

Lake Vacation

The place was great - very comfortable, host responded to all questions. The location on the lake was gorgeous. It was a quiet neighborhood, close enough to shopping and dining.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy H.

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

Stunning views

It's a beautiful location and the view from the giant living room window, high on the hill, is mesmerizing. It's blissful to watch the scene change through our the day and the sunsets were spectacular. The house is nice too ;). We loved the wide open space , well equipped kitchen and the game room was lots of fun. Thank you for sharing your lovely home with us , Cindy Hart and family
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Randall J.

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

Great Lake Home

Spent 4th of July week here. We very much enjoyed our time here. Location is great on the lake. Kids enjoyed the game room and jumping off the dock. Kitchen is well equipped for cooking inside or grilling outside. I highly recommend this home.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bea E.

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

Beautiful House!

We enjoyed our stay at Amazing Grace! We were in town for our son’s wedding and we enjoyed the lake in between wedding events. The house was so clean and beautifully decorated! If we’re in the area again, we will definitely book a stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wanda F.

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

Amazing

Love the property and amazing views.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scot D.

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

Excellent Vacation

Excellent stay. Owners were very attentive and propert was immaculate. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

About the host

Hosted by Travis & Lesa Roffler

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We currently live in Charlotte with our 4 children. Both Lesa and I grew up in Naples, FL and were therefore more used to beach life than lake life. Travis grew up visiting their family lake house in western Carolina on Lake Hiawassee, so he has always wanted a lake house. Lake Hickory was a perfect fit for our family.

Why they chose this property

Charlotte is a quick 1 1/2 hour drive to Lake Hickory so it is far enough to feel away. When we first visited Lake Hickory in 2015 and fell in love immediately and we know you will too. There is just something about the lake that makes all of your stress & concerns just melt away. It's also nice that we are located just a short drive to the beautiful mountains of Boone, NC, and the unique city of Ashville and the Biltmore Estate. There are also several local wineries right here! Of course Hickory is the furniture capital of NC as well! Always something fun to discover nearby!

What makes this property unique

The first thing you will notice when you pull up to the house is the spectacular view of Lake Hickory from the covered patio. Once you enter the home you will discover equally amazing views of the lake from both the Living Room as well as the Master Bedroom. We love the updated kitchen with new appliances and granite counters. It even has a Keurig for your morning coffee! You can also cook on our new grill located just outside the kitchen with lake views! The family room has a huge vaulted ceiling with spectacular lake views- both day and night! The large farm table easily accommodates 10 adults, as well as the covered outside eating porch. You can then head downstairs to the paver patio complete with a large fire pit, where you can cozy up to the fire with your favorite beverage and enjoy the beautiful sunset over the lake. There are also four chaise loungers where you can curl up with a good book or work on your summer tan! Head down to the dock and lake for a relaxing swim or float in beautiful Lake Hickory where all of your worries just get washed away. The water is over 18' deep, so our kids loving jumping and diving from the dock. We often tie all of our floats together and just float the day away! Of course, looking for turtles in the kayaks is always fun too! If you like fishing, Lake Hickory has great spots! We have a few fishing poles for you to use as well. We love it here and we know you will too!

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