Waterfront Lake Hickory Retreat w/ Private Dock!

Reviews

• Relaxation

  5/5

  Our stay was amazing. Check-in was a breeze, the property was clean and well maintained. The back porch is amazing. We enjoyed sitting in the deck, fishing, catching toads and watching the turtles. The water is shallow so we only caught small fish. We had hoped to see fireworks for this 4th of July trip and to our surprise the neighborhood let off an amazing show not far from the house that we could see from the deck. The only bad thing I could say is the gate on the deck doesn't latch correctly and that should be fixed but we just block the steps with a bin the had to keep my under 1 locked in. We would definitely return to this house.

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• Vacation

  5/5

  The house was very clean. It was beautiful sitting outside. We rented a boat nearby went on the lake. Very nice

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• Cute place that needs a little attention/TLC

  3/5

  This is a cute place in a quiet area. It's comfortable for 5 but there's no indoor dining space other than 3 stools at the kitchen island. The 5 of us couldn't eat inside together. The porch facing the lake is HUGE, covered, & wonderful. But it was so hot that we couldn't enjoy it fully (90 degrees in June). The AC unit can't handle that kind of heat. It stayed 73-74 degrees inside even with shades pulled and ceiling fans on & it was humid inside, so it didn't seem to be working well. Bathroom towel racks & paper holders are not secured to the walls. They need attention. Kitchen is fully stocked but left no space for renters to put food in cabinets. I like a clean kitchen with no clutter. There needs to be at least one cabinet for nonperishables. The TV was hard to use. Cell service is poor & WiFi was in & out. Print or screenshot checkin instructions before arrival or you may not be able to access the door code in the app or online. Primary bed is big but really soft. My husband's back was sore every morning. If you need firm, this isn't it. The primary bath is nice & well laid out. Hot water on demand is great. The shower door does leak a lot of water onto the floor. Extra towels are provided to clean it up. You will do a lot of soaking up even after a short shower. Water at the dock is low so if you're bringing a boat w/a motor, be prepared to have to trim up fully to get in/out of the cove. Loved the wildlife. Saw herons, deer, ducklings, owl right on our lot!

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  Manager's Response:

  Hi Rebecca, the right vacation home is everything, and we're disappointed if this wasn't the one for you. We followed up with the homeowner after reading your feedback, and they wanted to share the following:
  
  - This home was designed without a formal indoor dining area, but there is ample covered seating on the spacious porch, which includes fans to help with airflow during warmer months.
  - The A/C unit is brand new and was recently serviced. On especially hot days, it may struggle to maintain lower indoor temperatures, especially if doors are opened frequently. The smart TV is a standard Samsung model with built-in streaming capabilities, and we are happy to help with instructions if needed.
  - The cabinets above the laundry area are intended for guest food storage. We would have been happy to point this out if contacted us during your stay.
  - There was a temporary internet outage in the area during your stay due to local service work. The home typically has high-speed internet.
  - The mattress in the primary bedroom is a Tempur-Pedic, selected for its quality, but we understand that mattress preferences vary and are sorry it wasn't a great fit for you.
  
  Thanks for sharing your experience. Your feedback helps us continue improving for future guests!

• 5/5

  The house was very cute with comfortable beds and the porch was great and where we spent a lot of time whether it was raining or sunny. It was a very relaxing stay!

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• 5/5

  Perfect house for a wedding in Stillwater, MN....enjoyed the morning walks to the coffee shop!

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