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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6670 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Charming little house on the Kentucky River

Nestled in the 400 ft cliffs of the Palisades-one of the top places to see in Kentucky! Enjoy nearby historic sites, distilleries, horses, nature, river activities & more! Comfortable one bedroom surrounded by the river and inspiring natural beauty.

There is a queen bed in the separate bedroom, queen futon in the great room, and 2 twin beds in the loft. Ample room for 6 people. Access to the bathroom is through the bedroom. Full sized washer and dryer, bathroom with tub & shower combo.

Kitchen has microwave, full-size refrigerator, apartment sized stove/oven, basic utensils, dishes, pots & pans, coffee maker,. 2 slice toaster, George Foreman grill, bullet and full sized blenders. Very functional set up.

Outside chairs and picnic table for enjoying the river views and cookouts. Propane grill, charcoal park grill, and stone fire pit. Read or relax and unwind surrounded by nature, with the peaceful sounds of the river and waterfall.

Electric mini split air conditioner/heat. Extra baseboard heat when temperatures are very low, and non-vented propane gas fireplace.

Smart TV with antenna receives about 25 channels, BluRay player, bluetooth speaker. There is no dish or wifi, but 4G available for most cell carriers & hotspot. Video library, books and board games available. Suggest downloading movies and games to laptop prior to arrival & connecting via HDMI cable, otherwise could experience buffering issues.

Guests have access to entire house and grounds. Access code for entrance key to gate and house provided after booking. Kayak/canoe rentals and launch located within a mile. Two kayaks are available on site for use with a signed waiver. State and County taxes collected at booking.

You will have the entire area to yourself. Owners will not be present during your stay unless called.

You will be submersed in the high cliffs of the Palisades near the Brooklyn Bridge. The area is quiet with a neighbor on one side and woods on the other. Great views of the river from the house and back porch.

Perfect for adventurers! Area attractions on Google map at this link:
https://drive.google.com/open?id=1aDMWEWSwtnK0VnxlocpEqIhwf4cfupE9&usp=sharing

There are many unique sites nearby including Fort Harrod & Fort Boone, Shaker Village, Bourbon Trail, Camp Nelson, Asbury University, Keeneland race track, Kentucky Horse Park, Rupp Arena, wineries, horse farm tours & more!

Hike along cliff walls and watersheds, catch some fish or go boating. Take a day trip to Lincoln's birthplace & boyhood home along the Lincoln Heritage Trail. Visit nearby Lexington, Frankfort, Berea and Danville. Venture a little further to Kentucky's largest city of Louisville. See the Slugger Museum, Churchill Downs, Falls of Ohio fossil beds or nearby Historic Bardstown with My Old Kentucky Home, civil war museum and oldest western stagecoach stop Old Talbot's Tavern.

Photo lovers bring your camera! S.R. 68 and surrounding area roads are popular scenic, curvy, hilly routes. A new experience awaits around every corner!

Sales taxes collected at booking. There is a $5 per person, per night extra charge over 2 people. It is a sharp turn into the Palisades entrance. Best to enter from the west on 68 and exit to the east on 68. There is a turn around at the bottom of the hill.

20 miles to Lexington Blue Grass Airport

There are basic grocery & hardware stores in nearby Wilmore, Nicholasville and Lawrenceburg. No food delivery service, so suggest stocking up on needed items when in town.
- Smoking allowed outside
- Pets allowed with $100 non-refundable pet fee

Property manager

Judy Whitnable

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking allowed outside

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the marina
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 670 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Allowed with $100 non-refundable deposit.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Suitable for children 3+ years

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Charming Tiny House Kentucky River Harrodsburg
Charming Tiny Kentucky River Harrodsburg
Charming Tiny Kentucky River
Charming Tiny House on the Kentucky River Cottage
Charming Tiny House on the Kentucky River Harrodsburg
Charming Tiny House on the Kentucky River Cottage Harrodsburg

About the neighborhood

Map
Harrodsburg, KY

What's nearby

  • Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill - 8 min drive
  • Asbury University - 11 min drive
  • Fayette Mall - 26 min drive
  • Keeneland Racing Course - 28 min drive
  • University of Kentucky - 30 min drive

Getting around

  • Blue Grass Airport (LEX) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Shaker Village Trustees' House - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Daily Donuts - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Hardee's - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Great Wall Chinese Restaurant - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming little house on the Kentucky River pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charming little house on the Kentucky River ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming little house on the Kentucky River ?

Check-out is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Charming little house on the Kentucky River located?

Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly cottage is within 9 mi (15 km) of Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill, Herrington Lake, and Asbury University. Jd Legends Bar & Grill and Connemara Golf Course are also within 12 mi (20 km).

Charming little house on the Kentucky River Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 111 out of 135 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 20 out of 135 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 135 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 135 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 135 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Monica M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute house in the Woods on the river
This little house was perfect for our family of 4. Our girls slept upstairs in the loft. The house has just about any supplies that you might have forgotten so we definitely appreciated that. We had a variety of meals and used the gas grill for hot dogs and burgers. Communication with the host was quick and helpful. My daughter even added to the fairy garden in the front. the fain the front.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carrie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Little Spot
We just adored this property. It’s cozy and inviting. The host thoughtfully supplies the basic necessities in case you forget anything. The home has a number of sweet touches that just make it a charming place to spend time. Checkin instructions were easy to understand and directions were accurate. The host is very responsive. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth L.

Liked: Cleanliness
June weekend stay
Very nice and comfortable. We would certainly book again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Martin F.

Liked: Cleanliness
River view.
The home it's self was very cozy and clean. The out side was the negative. Lot's of spiders on webs everywhere. Probably a non issue in colder weather. No water access on or near the property. Was still a nice quiet getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Bonnie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy, Quaint & Clean
Nice getaway spot! We didn’t have quite the view of the river as pictured on VRBO (area was a bit overgrown) but we still enjoyed relaxing on the back porch taking in the surroundings. If you happened to forgot anything (toiletries, sunscreen, etc) chances are this host provided it! Very thoughtful. House is well supplied with kitchen necessities, games, movies & resources for things to do in the area. Even though there is no WIFI, as host stated, we were able to watch tv with the antenna. It is a very peaceful location and an enjoyable stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfectly charming!
We loved this space and will recommend it to our-of-town family and friends who visit in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeni M., Colorado Springs

Liked: Cleanliness
Sweet little river bungalow!
We lived our stay, enjoying the back deck that overlooks the river every night! We had visits from red cardinals, blue jays, owls, and deer! The little house was perfect for our small crew.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet Retreat
We enjoyed our stay. We were in town for a graduation and it was perfect for our family and close to Asbury. There was a lot of extras…toiletries, other necessities and coffee as well as little things not thought of by most host. Places to improve would be to replace the vertical blinds with sheer/lightweight curtains. The futon was a bit challenging to manage. I would definitely stay again. ❤️
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful retreat
Cozy little cabin. Everything necessary was there. Quiet. Comfy.
Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fall break
Enjoyable. Outdoor fire pit was nice
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Maureen

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was genuinely what it said it was, accept there was no way that I could locate to actually get the canoe in the river. Overall comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

2/10 Terrible

DESIREE M.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Road Closed to Access Property
We were really looking forward to this trip! Bought groceries to last us the entire stay as well as bringing our kayak for the river. However when we got to the last turn for Hwy 68 which is the ONLY ROAD TO THE PROPERTY, it said road closed for 15 miles. We still attempted to turn on the road and about 1 mile later we had to turn around due to a bulldozer blocking the entire road. We drove back into their "town" because there was no cell service....called the owner and explained we could not get to the cabin. Unfortunately, we were never able to access the property.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dennis E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great cabin
We loved our stay at this cabin. We liked the remote location, however we are glad we brought our truck. We were shocked about how fully stocked the cabin was. They had everything that you would need. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mother Daughter Trip
My mom and I came from California to stay in Kentucky for a week. We wanted a quiet place near Lexington and horse farms after attending the Kentucky Derby to spend time together relaxing, doing puzzles, playing games, watching movies and sitting on the back porch with a cup of coffee or a glass wine. It was absolutely perfect for everything we wanted! The house was well stocked, had lots of games, puzzles, and movies, and was perfectly situated in a quiet, scenic area close to several little towns and not far from Lexington. We loved watching wildlife near the river and the deer in the yard. If we didn’t live so far away we’d come back again! Hopefully we can plan another stay here in the future!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stacy

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amberly T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
This was a gift for my parents and they said they had a wonderful time. The home was very comfortable and the view was amazing.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

sean m.

Liked: Cleanliness
It's a Great Little Hideaway and Fun!
Cute, secluded and cozy. We stayed during the winter months, and it was really fun. I bet in the summer it's really scenic. The river and cliffs are right there. There's a bunch to do around Lexington if you've never been there. Check out Frankfort too as it has some very interesting old homes.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Stephen B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy & Relaxing little house in the woods
Nice small house nestled in between trees and a lime stone cliff overlooking the KY river. Very steep backyard; not easily accessible to the river. We went elsewhere for fishing. The two kayaks on the property were laying on the ground next to the house. They were not covered/protected and had a green slime/film (not alge) inside, so we did not use them. Very steep gravel driveway entering the property. Luckily enough we had a truck and no problem going up or down. Nice fire pit in the yard (we had to bring our own wood). Large gas grill on the back deck/patio worked well. We had relaxing mornings sipping on coffee outside looking at the river. Good water pressure and temperature in house. The queen size bed was a little older and not as comfy as we had hoped. No problems cooking on the little electric stove. It was very helpful having a washing/dryer in the house. The electric heating wall unit and baseboard heaters worked well. We were expecting a Keurig coffee maker as noted in the property description and brought K-cups with us; however, one was not found. Instead, a small regular glass coffee pot maker was provided. There were plenty of cooking utensils, pots/pans, dishes along with a variety of other kitchen items provided. Overall, we had a very pleasant stay and experience!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

David S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Military reunion
Spent the week hanging out with a few buddies not physically seen since 1988. This place was great and as advertised! Sitting around the campfire, laughing over memories with a cigar and bourbon and making new ones. Location was a decent launching pad for bourbon distilleries and golf courses. View of the Kentucky river from the back porch was great. Everything we needed was in the house which made life even easier! Highly recommend this house and host!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Patti P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cabin on Lake Kentucky
This cabin was very quaint and cozy. It was decorated nicely and stocked well with kitchen and bathroom necessities. Would consider renting the cabin again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Stay
We had a lovely stay in Mercer County. House was perfect for the 4 of us for a week. Our younger child needed more room to move about, but we made day trips to Lexington, Shaker Village, and Harrodsburg.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Edward R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Asbury University Reunion
We thoroughly enjoyed our little cabin by the river. We were there for a reunion at Asbury University for my wife, and we wanted someplace quiet and nearby where the kids and I could relax when not involved with reunion stuff. Being only 7 minutes away, this place was perfect for that. The property sits down a somewhat private dirt drive. The owners warn you about considering the type of vehicle you should bring, but our Prius had no trouble with it. There is plenty of foliage between you and any neighbors to make you feel like you are completely alone out there. The inside is very nicely decorated and fully furnished with everything you might need for entertainment and dining. My kids really enjoyed climbing the ladder to the loft for bed. There is no wifi, but we were able to connect our phones to the TV to watch movies we had downloaded as per the suggestion of the owners. Technically we did not really need that since we had plenty of other ways to entertain ourselves… mainly taking advantage of the outdoor space. There is a full size porch along the back of the cabin where you can look down at the river below. They have cleared a path down to the water where you can fully take in the Kentucky Palisades. The river was a bit low during our visit, so putting in kayaks would have been a little difficult. Besides the close proximity to the university, it was also nice and centrally located to many of the other sights and hiking trails we had come to do. The owners also put together a nice little folder filled with suggestions for things to see and do. With or without kids, we look forward to returning and staying here for the next reunion in 5 years.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christine C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Little Getaway
Enjoyed a wonderful trip with good friends. Everything we needed was there and we enjoyed ourselves. Warning though, very heavy with bugs. A bug zapper would have worked nicely.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patricia B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful experience!
This is the second time my husband and I stayed at this cute and comfortable cottage! We previously stayed in January 2021. Very charming, clean, and cozy! Beautiful view of the river and palisades. Would highly recommend this to anyone!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

6/10 Okay

Nancy L., Northern Ohio

Liked: Cleanliness
Pretty cabin
We enjoyed the setting of this little house although the weather was rainy and cold almost the entire time. The house is well-stocked with basic supplies, the beds were comfortable, and we enjoyed the back deck (when we could) overlooking the river and Palisades cliffs. A few things to improve: the clean towels in linen closet were damp, the lawn needed mowed, the parking areas and driveway need gravel (the muddiness was made worse by the rain, yes). The VRBO description should state that you can only enter the bathroom through the downstairs bedroom. Thankfully, our family was pretty chill about this, but if I had known this arrangement, I probably would've chosen a different place. Even with these suggestions, we did enjoy our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022