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Ralph & Marie's

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A wooden deck with a round table and chairs, surrounded by a lattice fence.
A two-story house with a covered carport and a lawn in front.
A cozy living room with a wooden bookshelf, a flat-screen TV, and a patterned rug.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a granite countertop, a built-in oven, and a window providing natural light.
A wooden staircase with patterned wallpaper on the walls and a vent on the floor.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Balcony
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Hickory, NC
  • Place, Lenoir-Rhyne University
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Hickory
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Catawba Science Center
    ‪7 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Ralph & Marie's

Relax with family and friends at this peaceful place to stay. Rural living in the city limits. On property wooded areas, fields, and creek to explore. Plenty of space inside and out. Conveniently located to downtown Hickory and other towns in the Western Piedmont. Two miles to grocery and dining. Four miles to downtown Hickory Social District, LR University, dining, shopping, and City Walk. Plenty of space inside and out, decks, and balcony. 45 min drive to Mountains. 50 min drive to Charlotte.

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
There are no parties or gatherings allowed at this house.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3852301vb
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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Hickory

North Hickory, a neighbourhood in Hickory, is home to this holiday home. Valley Hills Mall and Hickory Furniture Mart are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Catawba River and Lake Hickory. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at L.P. Frans Stadium or Hickory Motor Speedway.
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Hickory, NC

What's nearby

  • Lenoir-Rhyne University - 5 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Lake Hickory - 5 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Catawba Science Center - 7 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Signature Spas of Hickory Inc. - 7 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Hickory Museum of Arts - 7 min drive - 6.9 km

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Pam & Mike's House - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Ralph & Marie's pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Ralph & Marie's?

As of 7 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ralph & Marie's on 18 Aug 2026 start from AU$448, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Ralph & Marie's?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Ralph & Marie's?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ralph & Marie's?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Ralph & Marie's located?

Located in North Hickory, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Catawba River, Lake Hickory and Lenoir-Rhyne University. The Crossing at Hollar Mill and Catawba Science Center are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and close to all the activities we came for
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Phillip S.

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

Wonderful place

Nice property and great home. Will stay there again if in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kristen W.

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

Great place to stay

Loved it
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kathy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house and property!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gail C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed our stay here. We especially loved all the beautiful land the house sits on. I used to camp behind the house when I was a boy scout, so it was really fun to walk in the woods and fields nearby and reminisce about all the fun I had here when I was younger. Everyone commented on how nice the house was and how comfortable they felt while staying there.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tonya C.

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

NC family visit

This house was just as described. A lovely place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tricia B.

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

Quiet and beautiful

Great place to stay. The neighborhood was quiet and nice. Property was huge...had a pond in the back that you could walk to and a huge deck to sit on. Highly recommend this VRBO!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Book this house because it was close to my sister house in Hickory. Very clean and had everything we needed for our stay. We enjoyed visiting around the fire pit with her family and my parents. Look forward to staying there again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean. Family friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Emily V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Impeccably clean!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Pamela P.

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

Comfy Getaway

We went to Hickory to visit a friend going through chemo. The house was in the perfect location. It was clean, comfortable, and charming. It was close to all of the restaurants we enjoyed. We will stay here again if the property is available on our next visit.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alan R.

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

Great place to stay in hickory

Went down for a week at lake hickory to prepare for a fishing tournament. Property was clean and the host was very accommodating. Parking for boat and trailer and in close proximity to the lake. Enjoyed our stay and would definitely stay again!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Vonda B.

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

Exploring the Hickory Area

We loved staying at the house. So nice to have some property to explore. We were there for 10 days and will return if we need a place to stay in Hickory.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

DeAnna H.

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

Great place to relax!

We loved the house. Beautiful quiet street. Fabulous back yard and deck. Great place to write.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jill C.

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

Comfortable and Convenient

We spent 2 days relaxing and exploring Hickory. It was the perfect location for both. Were we to come back we'd explore the beautiful property more.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Mar 2024
Thank you for staying at Ralph & Marie's and for taking the time to leave a positive review. We would welcome you back any time!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ryan K.

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

SO much nicer than a hotel

Comfortable, even homey. Immaculate. Not just quiet, but private. AND comes with a huge yard, a pond and wooded trails for wandering. Maybe not dialed in with the latest technology, and you won’t see any vaulted ceilings, but if you’re looking for a home away from home, here is one.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Sept 2024
Thank you for the kind review. You all were great guests. Thank you for choosing Ralph and Marie's and we hope we can host you again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James W.

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

Convenient in Hickory

The house is older and has some quirks (watch your head in the basement) but was perfectly fine for our purposes. It was close to main routes to get downtown, to the convention center, and parks along the river. We enjoyed the room to roam and saw the comet over the field and woods. Jacky was quick to respond when there was a problem with the furnace. Would stay again if in Hickory.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jessica H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay, Greta communication with hosts
Stayed 13 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christina M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jodi S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stevie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

About the host

Hosted by Jacky Baker

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Retired from Blue Cross Blue Shield Of North Carolina.
Enjoy spending time with family and friends. Enjoy gardening and canning.
Enjoy driving British Cars. Member of Post 544 serving on the Honor Guard Team

Why they chose this property

This property is where I grew up. It is a very quite neighborhood. The street is lighted at night and is in the City of Hickory Limits.

What makes this property unique

Very scenic back yard to view pond and creek. Several acres of fields and woods to walk.

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English

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