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River House - Cottage with KY River View & Access
Come relax at the peaceful river house. It feels like a retreat right on the Kentucky River with a party-sized dock for easy river access. It’s a cozy cottage on stilts with a breakfast bar on the porch and swing on the patio. Be surrounded by nature and beautiful views of the river and palisades. Tuck away in seclusion just minutes away from downtown Wilmore, Asbury University & Seminary. 35 minutes or less from LEX Bluegrass Airport, Keeneland and Shaker Village. See guidebook for more info.

Tranquil Cottage for Outdoor Enthusiasts #1
Keep it simple at this peaceful and centrally-located place. Newly constructed Cottage in wooded area adjacent to Nolin River Lake. Less than a mile to boat ramp. Within 5 minutes of MCNP boundary. 30 minute drive to the MCNP Visitor Center. 5 minute drive to Nolin Lake State Park. 5 minutes from Blue Holler Off-road Park, Hiking And Horse back riding trails. Within 1 mile of the Nolin River, which is designated as Kentucky s first National Water Trail. 15 minutes from Shady Hollow Golf Course.

Paradise Cottage Enjoy lake Views and Lake Access!
Relax and enjoy! Great Herrington Lake views with lake access at Paradise Cottage! Peaceful private setting on one of the most beautiful parts of the lake. Located Mins from Multiple marinas, Bourbon trail, golf courses, Centre College/Asbury University events. 3 bedrooms, 5 beds, 2 full bathrooms, washer/dryer, newly remodeled. Sleeps 9. Includes: wi-fi, Hulu, 2 TVs, multiple decks, covered side patio, fire pit, gas grill, corn hole, kayaks and lily pad included with stay! Four parking spaces!

The Cottage Circa 1898 Downtown Location
Charming 1800's cottage listed on the National Register of Historic Places in Bardstown. Voted Most Beautiful Small Town in America. Walking distance from downtown shopping, nightlife, dining, and local attractions. Located along the Kentucky Bourbon Trail. I love Bardstown and wanted my cottage to look and feel like what is best about the town- historical charm mixed with modern amenities. Clean, cozy and comfortable; it is a space that I hope you find enjoyable while visiting Bardstown.

Lake Front w/ Pool! Between Ark & Creation Museum.
If you are looking to experience lake life, look no further! Our Guest House sits on the beautiful 140 acre Bullock Pen Lake. It's a great place to relax, or enjoy kayaking, paddle boating, paddle boarding and fishing. We have one of the best views of the lake. The Guest House is fully renovated and decorated with relaxation in mind. It has everything you would need for your stay. After all, the lake is where your worries fade and memories are made! (The pool is now OPEN! 5/9/25)

Tiny House Farm Stay on One Goat Farm
This quaint little cottage is located on the Bourbon Trail of Kentucky. A mere 9 minutes from Six-Mile Distillery. Located in the heart of an Amish community. We breed, show and raise registered myotonic goats. We have a fall and spring kidding season so if you book during that time, expect to see baby goats frolicking in the fields. The cottage is on a functioning farm with horses, cats, goats and a donkey. We offer overnight housing facilities for your own equines as well.

Stylish Bluegrass Cottage 7 min to Ark - Fire Pit!
Built in 1954, stylish Bluegrass Cottage has been recently renovated and modernized for your comfort and is located 7 minutes from the Ark, and 37 minutes from the Creation Museum! Centrally located - 2 minutes away from Walmart and multiple restaurants, but still has plenty of privacy with a privacy fenced back yard, and your own propane fire pit! You'll enjoy access through the back gate to the local park with a walking path around the lake, perfect for evening strolls!

Basil Cottage on the Creek
The Basil (baz-el) cottage is the perfect get-a-way where you can sit on the back porch sipping coffee while overlooking the babbling creek- get back in touch with nature for a much needed break from the stress of every day life. It may be a much needed romantic weekend, a mid- way point as you tour the bourbon trail, visiting Lincoln's childhood home or just a place of your own while in town to visit family, no matter what brings you to our cottage- you will love it here.

Bourbon Way Cottage
Unique cottage nestled in the woods located along the Bourbon Trail. Centrally located near miles of nature trails in Bernheim Forest & many of the distillery tours. Yet lots of privacy on 10 wooded acers. 8 minutes to Jim Beam Distillery, 8 min to Bernheim Forest, 4 min to Four Roses Bourbon Warehouse & Bottling Tour, 12 min to the City of Bardstown, 30 min to Churchill Downs, 26 min to Louisville International Airport (SDF) NO SMOKING NO PETS

Scenic 1 BR Cabin w/ Hiking to Hensley Settlement
“Elk Creek Cottage” borders Cumberland Gap National Historical Park property--the pathway to the west, trailblazed by Daniel Boone himself! Stay and hike to Hensley Settlement or Shillalah Creek Falls, or relax with a cup of coffee on the porch surrounded by nature. Only a scenic twenty-minute drive to Middlesboro or Pineville, KY separates you from the "city." Come enjoy the peace and quiet that Elk Creek Cottage has to offer.

2 BD 1 BA Serene Setting Retreat House
Carriage home is located on beautiful Arnoldtown Rd. 15 min. from Churchill Downs and 20 min. from downtown Lou. We are 15 minutes from Freedom Hall or the Fairgrounds and 22 miles from Fort Knox. It sits in a natural setting on 5 beautifully landscaped acres. There is a large parking area for those who may need to bring a trailer. Bathroom and bedrooms are on the 2nd floor. Peaceful..in a rural setting but inside the city.

Cozy Lakehouse with a View
Imagine waking up in the morning to the birds chirping in the woods surrounding the cabin, fixing a cup of coffee, and relaxing on the deck that provides one of the best views you will ever experience on Lake Cumberland. This cabin is perfect for a romantic getaway, or a quiet retreat with the family. Simply put, this cabin offers memories that you will cherish for a lifetime and will talk about for years to come!
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