"Better Days" Inn / Comfortable 3br 1 Ba / Pet and Kid Friendly / Near Downtown

Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Exterior detail
4.8 / 5.0
Outstanding(32 Ratings)

House in Hickory, NC

6 guests · 3 bedrooms · 1 bath

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
Well priced for this locationProperty prices in this area are generally higher

About this house rental

Large spacious house with cozy (small) living room with electric fireplace, and roku tv (no cable), Master bedroom has 50" tv and queen size bed, 2nd bedroom has queen size bed and small tv, Office/Bedroom has twin size trundle bed that pulls out to 2 twins - has a small tv and a b/w laser printer. Wrap around porch with propane grill and gas fire bowl - outdoor dining and lounge chairs. Back yard is adjacent to a busy road - but is completely fenced.

Walking distance to downtown (about 15 minutes), and to Hollar Mills (the resturaunt at the brewery is GREAT). House is also close to the SALT block, hospitals, and the stadium. We are about 1 hour from Charlotte, or from Boone/Blowing Rock. Lots of Gem Mines nearby. About 1.25 Hours from Asheville.

Coffee/Sweetener is provided. There is an electric kettle - a coffee grinder - and a french press (very simple to use - instructions are next to the coffee area - and it makes the BEST coffee). Kitchen is stocked for cooking, and there is a lot of dining space. We are pet friendly - but need prior approval. The neighbors are close - so please keep the noise to a minimum so as not to disturb them. (No parties are allowed/guests are ok
- max 15 people).

Pets are welcome (with PRE-APPROVAL). If there are additional cleaning fees (usually $20) for excess hair or waste pickup - they will be billed after checkout. There are dog toys, a large crate, and treats for the fur-babies. Large fenced in back yard, and the gates on the front porch close off to keep kids/pets safe.

My grandsons are 2, 4 and 5 - and there are some toys there. The back bedroom has a projector on the ceiling with color-changing nebulas and stars (for the kid in all of us). There are some board games, puzzles and coloring books (for kids and adults) in the armoire in the living room as well. A pack and play (with sheets and blankets) is available.

You are welcome to smoke on the front or back porch, there are ashtrays in the bottom drawer to the left of the stove. Please do not leave cigarette butts around the property. Smoking inside the house (be careful if the windows are open) will result in a $500 fine. Any illegal substances, parties, or noise complaints will result in additional fines or you will be asked to vacate the premises immediately.

Front door has a smart lock - you'll be issued a code for the door and the alarm system prior to check in. Each guest has a unique code. Home has a security system with outdoor security cameras on all 3 doors. 2-3 cars will fit in the driveway - or you can park on the street. There is a ramp to get up to the porch, front door is 36", all interior doors are 30". Bathroom has grab bars that fold up and down if necessary. If you require a shower bench - please bring one.

** EXTERIOR PEST CONTROL **
Monthly pest control - they will perform exterior service only - and do not need access to the house. (Interior service is performed when house is vacant). If there are problems with pests at all - please let us know, and we will send them back over promptly to spray the interior. No refunds for bugs will be given as we have taken precautions to prevent pests - but service will be provided when requested.

** LAWN SERVICE **
Lawn service is provided when they are able to mow the yard - they do not have access to the house.

Please let us know what we can do to make your stay more enjoyable! We have covers for the couch (for kids and pets), and extra sleeping spaces can be made available.

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Amenities

Air conditioner
Pets allowed
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Smoking allowed
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Garden
Family friendly

Map of Hickory, NC

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Ratings and reviews

4.8 / 5.0
Outstanding(32 Ratings)
5.0 / 5.0
Mar 2024
Charming, comfortable home in perfect proximity to everything we needed to be near. Host is amazing and made great recommendations of places to visit. So glad we booked!
5.0 / 5.0
Feb 2024
Description of the house was spot on. Location was absolutely perfect and the backyard was perfect for our pups. Meri was great and super accommodating, if we visit Hickory again we would hope to stay here!
5.0 / 5.0
Oct 2023
You can scroll down and see my other comments since I've been staying at Better Days Inn for months. I had a fire at my home and grateful I found this house. Cozy, comfortable, everything you need is there, close to great restaurants, stores, and entertainment. I stayed in the "queen" room and even ordered the same mattress and pillows for when I return to my home. And yes, my daughter said she would like to live there! I spent a lot of time on the wonderful wrap around porch and never in my 67 tears of life have I ever seen a chipmunk until my stay at Better Days. In the mornings while I would be sipping my coffee, there was one chipmunk that would come out on the side ledge of the front porch and I would sing to it. Believe it or not, I heard him say his name was Alvin. So if you have the opportunity to stay at Better Days, please tell him Pam says Hi!
5.0 / 5.0
Jul 2023
Great house! Has everything needed for a pleasing stay. Super cool decorating and very comfortable furnishings. All is clean and fresh. Everywhere you look there's something beautiful. Handicapped accessible for me and our elderly dog with an outside entry ramp for us both and bathroom toilet and shower fixtures for me. Love the huge wrap around gated porch. Wonderful happy stay!
4.0 / 5.0
star 5 empty
Jun 2023
Overall, our experience at "Better Days Inn" in Hickory, NC was positive. Meri was wonderful to deal with and did her absolute best to accommodate our requests or needs. We could not have asked for better. The house served our purposes well, even when we had the family over to celebrate our granddaughter's graduation (14 people total). The closeness to Hwy. 127 made for extra road noise (which Meri warned us about) but did not cause us any real issues. The location is close to many amenities and an abundance of restaurant choices. The house is still in the midst of some remodeling, with some paint work, etc. still to be done, but this simply added to its charm and was not a problem at all.
5.0 / 5.0
May 2023
So fortunate to have found this house. I had a fire at my home and am waiting on repairs. Upon entering "Better Days", I felt welcome! It's cheerful and there's something interesting almost everywhere you look. Very clean and smelled fresh. Loved all the ceiling fans. I could go on and on about all the thoughtful pleasantries. I spent a lot of time on the porch and have never seen so many kinds of birds and 6 cardinals at one time. Also there are a few semi hidden surprises outside. Very peaceful. I highly recommend Better Days to folks of all ages! (I need to have a hip replacement and currently dependent on my daughter for help so I hope she emptied the fridge and cleaned any messes properly!) Thanks to the owner!
5.0 / 5.0
May 2023
Meri was great dealing with. Minor issues. My golden retriever oved laying on the front porch. I'm a very light sleeper my one drawback was the major road and noise right behind the house. It wouldn't stop me from renting again. Thank you John M
5.0 / 5.0
Apr 2023
We were in Hickory NC to attend an event at Lenoir-Rhyne U and extended our stay to explore a bit of the area. The rental location and accommodations did not disappoint and Merianne was quick to respond to my messages. Hands-down, our favorite part of the house was the spacious porch and comfy beds, but honestly the house and neighborhood are as described by the owner! Downtown Hickory is small, but bustling with several restaurants, breweries, and small shops. We were also within an easy drive to antique shops, wineries, and Baker’s Mountain Park, if hiking is your thing.

FAQs

How much does this house cost compared to others in Hickory?

The average price for a rental in Hickory is R 2,433 per night. This rental is R 350 above the average.

Is parking included with this house?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at "Better Days" Inn / Comfortable 3br 1 Ba / Pet and Kid Friendly / Near Downtown. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this house?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is "Better Days" Inn / Comfortable 3br 1 Ba / Pet and Kid Friendly / Near Downtown pet friendly?

Yes! This house is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.

What amenities are available at "Better Days" Inn / Comfortable 3br 1 Ba / Pet and Kid Friendly / Near Downtown?

We found 13 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and fireplace.

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