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Heavenly Harbor - Lake Life at its Best!

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Quiet cove with beautiful view!
Beautiful views!
View from one of the three decks
No boat traffic and view of main channel
Property grounds

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Conover, NC
  • Catawba Valley Medical Center
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Lenoir-Rhyne University
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Hickory Metro Convention Center
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Hickory, NC (HKY-Hickory Regional)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Bunk Beds

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

Heavenly Harbor - Lake Life at its Best!

This beautiful house sits on a quite cove on Lake Hickory! Completely remodeled with a new kitchen, three bedrooms on the main, two of which are spacious bedrooms with perfect views of the lake and walk out deck to enjoy your morning coffee. The third bedroom is also located on the main floor. The main floor also features a dining table for six and a relaxing living room with picturesque views of the lake. The fourth bedroom is in the basement and features two pairs of bunk beds for the kids. The basement is also a perfect getaway for a relaxing escape to play board games or watch your favorite movie. Heavenly Harbor also features two large outdoor decks. One with plenty of room to entertain, relax or just enjoy the view, the other which is located closer to the water features a natural wood burning fire pit. Nothing like cozying to the fire and watching the natural beauty of the lake. It is the perfect place to relax and watch the stresses of regular life disappear! Incredible views of the lake from all but one bedroom and all of the comforts of home. Our home is located on a quiet cove with views of the main channel with over 110 feet of water frontage.
Our home features a nicely appointed 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 forget 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 dining room table seats up to 6 adults, with additional eating area out on the deck both covered and uncovered - 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 a game table for cards and board games, comfy couches & TV. The door out of the basement leads to yet another deck with great views of the lake as well. There you will also find all of the necessities for lake fun; floatation devices, life vests, fishing poles, as well a two kayaks for your boating pleasure.
Our home also features a 16'x20" floating dock for all of the lake fun you could imagine and because were located in a quiet cove you don't have to worry about boat traffic & waves. At the dock there are several flotation devices to float on. The water is 13’ deep at the dock, so cannon balls are a must! Take a ride on our kayaks and look for the many turtles, or do some fishing off the dock. 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! 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 Rivers Bend State Park is a great park and there is a public boat launch less than 2 miles 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!

Property manager

Travis & Lesa Roffler
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
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

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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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

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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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Conover

Located in Conover, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The Crossing at Hollar Mill and Bunker Hill Covered Bridge are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Conover City Park and Northside-Broyhill Park. Hickory American Legion Fairgrounds and Catawba Science Center are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Conover, NC

What's nearby

  • Catawba Valley Medical Center - 19 min drive - 16.4 km
  • Valley Hills Mall - 22 min drive - 23.0 km
  • Lenoir-Rhyne University - 22 min drive - 15.9 km
  • Hickory Metro Convention Center - 23 min drive - 24.2 km
  • Frye Regional Medical Center - 24 min drive - 19.7 km

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Sigmon's Grill - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Arby's - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Heavenly Harbor - Lake Life at its Best! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Heavenly Harbor - Lake Life at its Best!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Heavenly Harbor - Lake Life at its Best!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Heavenly Harbor - Lake Life at its Best! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is steps away from Lake Hickory and Catawba River. Riverbend Park is 2.8 mi (4.5 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

Valerie H.

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

Peaceful Christmas on the lake!

We enjoyed spending the week of Christmas at Heavenly Harbor and we didn’t regret our choice! Everything was as listed but even better in person. The owners were so helpful & responsive before and during our stay and we also appreciated the house being decorated for Christmas and the many personal touches left for us when we arrived. We fished the lake and caught a few spotted bass and enjoyed the cozy fireplace inside to warm up. Would definitely stay here again! Thanks for sharing your beautiful lake house!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mendi N.

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

Perfect Retreat

We love Lake Hickory and love staying at properties owned by Travis & Lesa Roffler. The properties are always well equipped, super clean, and have comfortable beds. They are also super responsive to questions and concerns.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kenna S.

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

Perfect home for our family

We had the most amazing time at the Lake House. It was clean, a perfect size for our teens to have their own space, the hosts where fast to communicate with me if I asked any questions and the outside decks and lake where beautiful! It was the best vacation we have had in a long time and would definitely come back.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

rej264

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

Lake Vacation

Great place to stay. Would book again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dylan A.

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

Great Stay!

House was perfect and the owners were great to work with! Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris P.

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

Short stay but great time !

First time renting lake house. Wanted some quality family time together with nice setting and something to do together. Got all we wanted with this house, it's owners and available options to enjoy life's pleasures. Spent day on lake with pontoon rental (highly recommended from Lakeside Marina). Hiked at Rocky Face Mountain park and visited Shadow Line Vineyards.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brittany C., Newton, USA

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

Labor Day Staycation

This VRBO experience was hands down the best one ever! The house itself is beautiful! You can tell there has been so much thought and love put into this home! The owners are so helpful and accommodating. I love how they allow you to have additional guest during the day. This was truly one of my family’s favorite trips we’ve ever taken. Our kids (12 and 17) didn’t want to leave! With the property only 30 minutes from our home, I know we’ll be booking again! Thank you again for sharing your beautiful lake home with us ❤️
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shannon G.

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

Family get-away

Very nice property with everything we needed, for a nice, relaxing time away. We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debbie L., Newtown, CT

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

Definitely Coming Back

This was a great house with great owners. They communicated with us about the property and gave recommendations for the area. The property was clean and spacious and had everything we needed to enjoy time on the lake. Located in a quiet cove, we fished and floated to our heart's content. We rented a boat from a Lakeside Marina twice and enjoyed time out on the lake. We ventured into town for dinner and had dinner lakeside one night. We have already planned our return trip and can't wait to visit Lake Hickory again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laurie S., Mechanicsville

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

We Are Now A Lake Family

Heavenly Harbor is, to put it mildly, Totally Awesome. Our family has vacationed at the ocean for the last 20 years, but now that we are dispersed across VA, NC and TN, we decided to try something more central to us all. Somehow we fell upon Travis and Lesa's beautiful lake house. After the week, we are now a Lake Family! The house had everything we needed. Obviously, we packed way too much and brought a lot of our "beach stuff". We didn't need any of it. The kitchen was big and allow all of us all to be in there making our lunches. The family room seated 6 (plus 2 dogs) and the huge lake view window just made it feel huge. The TV allowed us to login to all of our streaming apps which made our millennials happy. Each bedroom was perfectly appointed and even though we didn't really use it, the basement bunk room is perfect for kids. But the real gem is the deck/dock the leads to the most relaxing place I've been in many years. The huge oak that shades most of the deck area makes this place just too perfect. The floating dock allowed us easy access the deep water where we just sat in our floating chairs for hours enjoying family and making memories. Although we still love the beach, we are already planning to come back next year. It was just too perfect. Don't miss out on this gem... just don't take our week.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica E.

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

Nice place

The property we stayed at was beautiful and clean. It was in a good neighborhood and a perfect location close to the oxford boat ramp. We will definitely keep this on our places to stay list.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sheri J.

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

Beautiful Lake Hickory Vacation

This house is even more beautiful in person! Gorgeous lake views from every window. The hosts are amazing! My family had such a wonderful time - best part was doing cannonballs into Lake Hickory right from the dock!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Charles B.

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

Lake House

Great location with nice views. Nice house, just wish the listing would have mentioned the all of the stairs. A member of our family has a mobility problem so the need to go down a flight of stairs to get into the house was a surprise. Based on the pictures it looked like the driveway went to the front door. We saw it was a common situation in the area, I don't think it was being hidden, but I think that listing in general should state if there are accessible issues.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathy Z.

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

Annual family/friends vacation

We had a great time at Heavenly Harbor! Nearly everything we needed was provided. The house was very clean and well kept. The dock area was our favorite part. Plenty of room to dock a boat and lounge in the water all afternoon! We enjoyed evenings relaxing on the deck or playing games inside. Lake Hickory is absolutely beautiful and a hidden gem. We can’t wait to come back next year!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline B.

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

Beautiful Home

The property was beautiful, and we had a great time! The owner was great about helping us with everything.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Addison's H.

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

Best hosts! Wonderful house!

We thoroughly enjoyed Heavenly Harbor. It’s a lovely home right on the lake in a quiet cove. Young and old alike, everyone had a wonderful time!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark H.

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

Beautiful Place

What can I say? This place was incredible. The multiple levels of outdoor space, the fantastic lake, the cleanliness of the house… all superb. We had 2 families with 5 kids total and there was always something different to do. The lot is steep, but the stairs are forgiving because of the staging of the landings. The kitchen is great and well stocked. The bedrooms are all nice and updated along with the rest of the place. Really couldn’t ask for more. We benefited from great weather too. I would totally go back.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Scot G.

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

Great stay

We have stayed at many properties on the beach and other lakes, but these owners by far were the best we have ever experienced. All we needed was food and vanilla. If there is any con about the property, the bunk room beds are definitely for young children . Otherwise perfect stay
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alan B.

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

Quite Comfy Lake House

We are six retired firemen that get together at least twice a year. We all worked together back in the day and still enjoy seeing each other catching up with our lives. One in our group was not able to make this trip. I have lived here in the area for 18 years and thought my fellow retirees would enjoy the area and time on the lake. This lake house turned out to be the perfect choice. It’s location on a quite cove was ideal for swimming, kayaking, and boating. The fire pit was a relaxing feature in the evening sharing old fire stories of past. The Lake House was clean and stood tall on our arrival. We immediately felt at home. The beds were comfortable. Kitchen very functional. All the comforts of home. The host’s made themselves available although we never had to reach out to them. We highly recommend staying here for all seasons. Hats off to Travis and Lesa. A Lake House well done!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kelly K.

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

Lake weekend

It was everything they said and more. Big oak tree in the back gives plenty of shade if wanted. Marina is just across the lake and boat ramp close as well.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paul P., Winston Salem, NC

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

Well done

Property was exactly as listed. Well appointed, very clean, had everything we needed. Really enjoyed the decks and dock. Would definitely rent again.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nathaniel R.

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

Great house, great view

Want to start off by saying that the house and view are fantastic. The house itself is well equipped for many occupants and we were honestly very surprised with how well stocked the house and kitchen were to handle just about everything we could throw at it. My family stayed here for 6 days and there was nothing we could think of that we were missing or needed that the house was not equipped with. The owners are very friendly, helpful, and responsive. They reached out to greet us and inform us of all the attractions of the area and features of the house prior to our stay and had someone out the same day to look at an issue with one of the bathrooms. We had minimal issues, but I’ll list them here as comments more so than anything negative. With the house there is a significant number of steps which made it difficult for the older members of our family to really navigate the property (my fault for not being cognizant of this when booking). They had to hold on to the wall inside to get down to the living room from the dining room and the pillar on the outside deck to get down to the bench seating area; a railing or two could help in those situations. Not really a negative as nobody else in our party had issue, but something to keep in mind if you have older members of your party. The person that came out to address our bathroom issue, also has a property directly next door that he is renovating and for 3 of our 6 days he was next door with his crew performing said renovations quite early in the morning and throughout the course of the day, which does make it a bit hard to relax and unwind with the associated construction noises. On one of the construction days a few members of the construction team got into a colorful verbal dispute, and we had little kids with us that were ushered into the house. The last comment is just around some of the religious and political décor; no issues with who you vote for or what you believe in, but when people go on vacation they like to break away from the daily stresses of life and having a neutral environment, welcomes everyone, regardless of your views or beliefs. Outside of the comments above, the house, the lake, the entertainment of the area, and the owners were all incredible. If you’re looking for a great house on a lake to get away for a while, you can’t go wrong with this one.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maria W.

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

Lovely Lakefront!

The lake house was very clean and stocked with everything we needed for the weekend. So many amazing outdoor decks and sitting areas to enjoy the view - even a nice little fire pit. The kayaks were a nice bonus as well. We hope to be back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Latonja C.

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

This house was amazing

The pictures does this house absolutely no justice at all!! The house was super clean you can smell a fresh scent as soon as you walk in and then boom you catch the views of this amazing lake from the big over sized windows! This house felt like home, the owner’s are amazing as well they made checking in/out a breeze and they spared no details with this house, the renovation it self you can look in their photo album that’s next to the fireplace and see how far the property came & that makes the home even more amazing so you can appreciate it more! And myself & my husband found all 23 bicycles that were around the house!! It was a bit cold to get in the water to enjoy the lake but that doesn’t matter once we checked out we enjoyed it so much we are deciding to book this property again really soon! Heavenly Harbor is just that I have fell in love with the lake after being a beach girl for the longest! You will not be disappointed with this property at all it literally has it all!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lauren H.

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

Awesome Property and House!

We had the perfect lake getaway! The house was clean, organized, provided baby equipment, games, dvds, etc. By far, one of the cleanest and most well prepared rentals we have stayed in! Thank you so much! We will be back for sure!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

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 Heavenly Harbor is the spectacular view of Lake Hickory. Open the front door to the whimsy and fun decorating that will make you smile. The entire home has been renovated and is bright, cheery, and clean.
The cozy family room has a large picture window with amazing views of the lake - both day and night. 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 large table easily accommodates 6 adults, as well as several outside eating areas. Both front bedrooms offer an walkout deck that faces the lake with awesome views. The master bathroom feels like a luxurious spa. Head through the half barn door into the bright basement with lake views as well. Don't forget to say hello to Petunia the flying pig on your way downstairs! The downstairs has two comfy leather sofas, a table for family games, and a bunk room that looks like a room in a log cabin! Exit the basement onto the covered patio that leads to our newly built fire pit deck overlooking the lake. Cozy up to the fire with your favorite beverage and enjoy the beautiful sunset over the lake. Walk down the steps to the beach area where you can wade in gradually, or take a running leap off of the new swim dock! We have a sturdy swim ladder - easy to get in and out, so grab a float and work on your summer tan! 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 have made sure that Heavenly Harbor has as many places to enjoy the lake as possible. With three large deck areas, a firepit, swim platform, and beach areas- there are places for everyone. It won't take you long to realize why it is "heavenly"!

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