Stearns, KY

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Waterfalls soothe the soul.. This hidden gem was beautiful today.. (2/19)
Waterfalls soothe the soul.. This hidden gem was beautiful today.. (2/19)
Blue Heron, also known as Mine 18, is an abandoned coal mining town and was a part of the Stearns Coal and Lumber Company's past operation. The Blue Heron mines operated from 1937, until December, 1962, when operations were no longer profitable. During that time, hundreds of people lived and worked in this isolated community on the banks of the Big South Fork River. Their story is the the story of Blue Heron.
Story is Native Americans gave this arch its name because they used its height as an advantage when hunting buffalo .. It is quite awesome.. (2/19)
Blue Heron, also known as Mine 18, is an abandoned coal mining town and was a part of the Stearns Coal and Lumber Company's past operation. The Blue Heron mines operated from 1937, until December, 1962, when operations were no longer profitable. During that time, hundreds of people lived and worked in this isolated community on the banks of the Big South Fork River. Their story is the the story of Blue Heron.
Big South Fork Trail Lodge

Big South Fork Trail Lodge

2 out of 5
136 Bruce St Stearns KY
The price is $105 total per night from Jan 25 to Jan 26
$105 total
per night
Jan 25 - Jan 26
Book a stay at this golf motel in Stearns. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Big South Fork Scenic Railway and Split Bow ...
6.6/10 (107 reviews)
Very quite. Don't expect any amenities, but do expect to be able to relax. Very close to the scenic railroad and many trails.

Reviewed on Oct 13, 2025

Big South Fork Trail Lodge
Holiday Inn Express Williamsburg by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Williamsburg by IHG

2.5 out of 5
56 West Highway 92 Williamsburg KY
The price is $139 total per night from Feb 2 to Feb 3
$139 total
per night
Feb 2 - Feb 3
Stay at this hotel in Williamsburg. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
Breakfast was great.

Reviewed on Jan 9, 2026

Holiday Inn Express Williamsburg by IHG
Hampton Inn Williamsburg

Hampton Inn Williamsburg

2.5 out of 5
530 Highway 92 W Williamsburg KY
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is $123 total per night from Jan 31 to Feb 1
$123 total
per night
Jan 31 - Feb 1
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Williamsburg. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (776 reviews)
All the above …

Reviewed on Jan 6, 2026

Hampton Inn Williamsburg
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6 Bedroom home, heated private pool, person Hot tub, Waterfront Views, and more😍

6 Bedroom home, heated private pool, person Hot tub, Waterfront Views, and more😍

Monticello KY
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Monticello. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a garden. Popular attractions Firebrook Community Park and ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (34 reviews)
The driveway in front of the house was extremely steep. We parked on the other end of the pool house.

Reviewed on Dec 27, 2025

6 Bedroom home, heated private pool, person Hot tub, Waterfront Views, and more😍
Lake Cumberland Luxury #2! Amazing Lake views, hot tub, fire pit!

Lake Cumberland Luxury #2! Amazing Lake views, hot tub, fire pit!

Monticello KY
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Monticello. Enjoy free WiFi, a water park, and a garden. Popular attractions Firebrook Community Park and ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (11 reviews)
Fantastic views and game room was a plus for the kids!!!

Reviewed on Jan 15, 2026

Lake Cumberland Luxury #2! Amazing Lake views, hot tub, fire pit!
HOT TUB, FIRE PIT, FENCED YARD, FIREPLACE, COUNTRY TRANQUILITY 100 meg internet

HOT TUB, FIRE PIT, FENCED YARD, FIREPLACE, COUNTRY TRANQUILITY 100 meg internet

Somerset KY
Stay at this cottage in Somerset. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a water park. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Ferguson ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (256 reviews)
Great host loved the views and land

Reviewed on Jan 3, 2026

HOT TUB, FIRE PIT, FENCED YARD, FIREPLACE, COUNTRY TRANQUILITY 100 meg internet
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Popular places to visit

Big South Fork Scenic Railway

Enjoy an outing to Big South Fork Scenic Railway during your stay in Stearns. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

Big South Fork Scenic Railway

Yamacraw Day Use Area

Explore the great outdoors at Yamacraw Day Use Area, a lovely green space in Stearns. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

Yamacraw Day Use Area

Split Bow Arch

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Split Bow Arch during your travels in Stearns. Wander the parks or discover the area's waterfalls.

Split Bow Arch

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