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Reviews of Charming little house on the Kentucky River

Charming little house on the Kentucky River
Harrodsburg, KY

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 105 out of 127 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 127 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 127 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 127 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 127 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

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

Travelled 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
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jul 2023
Sorry your trip was disrupted but don't think the rating is deserved. Road closures are out of my control. The detour was long going through Burgin as there are limited bridges across the river. Feel rating didn't apply to your stay since you didn't stay and monies refunded bypassing usual refund policy. Did what I could to help.

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
Response from VrboOwner on 24 May 2022
Thank you so much for the feedback. I will forward to the cleaning service about the towels and update the listing regarding the bathroom access. Yes, the rain made the grass grow very quickly between mowings, and delayed the ability to cut it while wet. We are glad you enjoyed your stay, despite the inclement weather.

8/10 Good

Robin F., new york

The river
My husband and I have stayed in this cottage twice now and will stay again in the future. Love sitting on the back porch watching the river and boaters go by. It is very peaceful and quiet. Never ventured out as we brought everything we needed with us.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Erin W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay!
We really enjoyed our stay at the Palisades! Loved listening to and watching birds each morning. The weather was perfect! We even hiked the trails along the bluff. We would come back again. Thank you for the wonderful visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Renae H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great little spot
If you are looking for a quiet get-away, then this is the place. Cute little house with amazing views and close to towns filled with friendly people.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristen Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet get away
A cozy place to stay! The property was well stocked, whether it was normal kitchen staples or toiletries. It had everything we needed. We needed a quiet place to stay and it was definitely quiet. We loved it.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

catherine m., Lexington, KY

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy Rainy Get-Away
Even though it rained hard for 2 days during our stay, the cozy atmosphere of the little house made it quite pleasant! Add to that the beautiful waterfall that appeared directly across the river and we couldn’t have wanted for more. Everything we needed was supplied and easily assessable. We hope to return again in the fall.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Linda G.

Liked: Cleanliness
A quiet little get a way
The cottage was comfortable. There had been a lot of rain and there was a a little waterfall across the river from the house. It was nice to sit and listen. Julie left a gift bag of goodies for us to enjoy during our stay. It was a lovely stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Eric K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Long Weekend
We absolutely loved this place. It was exactly what we were looking for. We came to go tour a couple distilleries. The drive was not bad to them. Will definitely stay here again when we come back to tour some more places in Kentucky. Judy went above and beyond in our opinion. Could not have asked for anything else
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

catherine m., Lexington, KY

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Get-Away
Our family of 3 enjoyed exploring the area and cozy nights in the tiny house. Weather caused us to shorten our stay, but the time we spent was very pleasant. We hope to return in the spring.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sandra D., Fort Lauderdale

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful
Our stay was very nice, The house is located near many small cities and there are lots of pet friendly trails nearby.
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jackie P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Location!
Property is in an absolutely beautiful location! Property was very clean, and the host had everything available that we would need. House was decorated very cute and cozy, just as the pictures show. Host responded quickly with any questions we had. We really appreciated the detailed instructions when locating the property. Would be a beautiful place to kayak if it was warmer weather. We had a wonderful time staying here and would highly recommend it!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Amy H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great little house on the river!
Very clean. Well appointed. We really enjoyed our long weekend here!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

christian k., louisville

Liked: Cleanliness
Ky River House
All you have to do is sit on the back porch and enjoy.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Laurie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place
The house was very nice. She had everything you could want. We enjoyed hanging out at the house and also the nearby hiking trails. Found some nice towns that let our pups come in the stores. Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

6/10 Okay

Cindy G.

Cute little house.
Private. Like other reviews this place needs a thorough cleaning. Our white socks were black because the floors were so dirty. When we turned our bed down there were two smashed bugs on the sheet. The sheets were dirty/ stained and there were long black hairs on them. Obvious they had not been laundered.. Kinda grossed us out. We also found long black hairs in the shower and in the kitchen sink and dish drainer. When you open the cupboard doors the mildew smell was overwhelming. The futon smelled like dog and or pee. The kitchen and bathroom towels had a terrible dirty smell.. so we washed all towels before using.. The house is very cute it just needs a serious deep cleaning. Owner provides plenty of paper and soap supplies. The owner seemed very, very nice. Let us know the lawn was going to be cut while we were there. Appreciated that. Hate to leave this review but owner needs to know these things. This little place could be awesome with some much needed attention.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Aug 2021
Wow, the regular cleaning person was gone just over a week with another filling in. The reviews on cleanliness are upsetting and will have it cleaned thoroughly. I am so sorry it was in this condition and not up to its usual standard. Yes, thank you for making me aware.

6/10 Okay

Joel B.

Inexpensive for a reason
This tiny house was clean enough and nearly all of the little things you might forget are there for you. The price is good but some things should be fixed. The two sliding doors are broken and won't secure in any way, and the ladder to the loft should be secured so it could be used safely. That being said it was mostly peaceful and and ok for the small price.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Aug 2021
Thank you for the feedback. Just requested someone to make those repairs.

8/10 Good

Karen M.

Tiny cabin rental
Renting the property was easy. The property looks exactly like the pictures. The property was like renting a rustic cabin. Very quiet area. Great for relaxed time off from life. Thought the closet should have been more organized and cleaner. Also thought the trim on the bottom of the headboard was dirty. The kitchen cabinets and shelves need to be cleaned and the liners replaced. Enjoyed hiking, horse farm tour and exploring all of the surrounding cities.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Aug 2021
Thank you for the feedback. We will get those items done right away. The regular cleaning person took vacation and we apologize it was not to the usual standard.

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute Little Spot
This cute little cabin has everything you need for a quiet getaway. It is well stocked and tidy. We thought the location was great since we were trying to make a few stops on the KY Bourbon Trail - just make sure you don’t overdo it with the amount of bourbon you taste before driving back! Other reviewers criticized the road, which is not a publicly maintained gravel road. There are some pot holes to navigate but we considered it to be in pretty good shape (much better than the road we live on full-time)!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bart L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Private
Great view
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sheri S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful tiny house
We had a wonderful time. The property was the best-stocked location we had ever stayed at.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

christian k., louisville

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely
Peaceful and and an abundance of wildlife. This place had everything we needed for our stay, even the firewood. We will go back.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

8/10 Good

JJ P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyed our stay
The house is really cute. We enjoyed being right on the river and at the Palisades. The road leading in to the property was terrible, but not the owner's fault. I would stay there again!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Damir A., Glendale Heights

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful cabin on Kentucky river
Great place to enjoy nature and outdoors. Has everything you need for a relaxing stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Joyce B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Home with a view
The place is cute as a bug, with a great view of the Palisades and the waterfall. We had deer, a flock of bluebirds and a pileated woodpecker, a carolina wren and a hairy woodpecker, cardinals and a squirrel to watch. The area is quite scenic but w Covid restrictions we stayed to ourselves. Had great bbq at Dunn's in Harrodsburg and iced coffee from Harvest Coffee, both excellent. Very peaceful retreat, and Judy was superb to work with as my travel plans were impacted by weather. Special place thanks for sharing!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jeff M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to disconnect.
I was looking for a quiet place and found it here. Everything I needed for a winter get-away. Thanks Judy!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Patricia B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Exceeded all expectations!
I can't begin to tell you how much we enjoyed our stay at your cabin! It was clean, cozy, and very comfortable. The cabin was stocked with everything we needed and then some! It had snowed during our few days there, and it looked like a winter wonderland. We could see and hear the beautiful waterfall seeping through the rocks directly across the river from the cabin! I would highly recommend this to anyone looking to rent a cabin in a beautiful location!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Carmen M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful getaway
The property was exactly as described. We had everything we needed for a quiet getaway - kitchen had all the necessary tools, comfy bed and bathroom towels and the DVD and game selection was pretty good. We would definitely stay again!

10/10 Excellent

Paula W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great hiking
Beautiful location, great hiking, nice cozy getaway
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Dave M., Louisville, Ky.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Little Hideaway
If you enjoy solitude, peace and quiet, water recreation of all sorts (to include listening to and viewing an 80-100-foot waterfall), fishing, paddling, and swimming this is the place for you. The property also offers plenty of hiking possibilities as well. It is rustic, so consider taking your 4X4 (or all-wheel drive vehicle) to get into and off the property. The house is in a fertile bottom between State Road 68 and the Kentucky River on Palisades Road, so as you can imagine it is heavily wooded and full of Nature’s adventures. There are plenty of opportunities for naturalist and outdoor types. And if the weather is unagreeable, like it was for my son and I, there are so many other options to keep you interested in the area and free of boredom. We visited High Bridge, Kentucky home of our Nation’s Highest train bridge, Kentucky Lock & Dam #7, Shaker Town & Shaker Landing, Asbury College in Wilmore, Fort Harrod in Harrodsburg, and many other small towns and communities scattered all around. Our experiences were well-rounded, interesting, wholesome and totally enjoyable. The home is well appointed, warm and comfortable, and it covers of your basic needs aside from groceries, and they are an easy drive away by just a few miles. Finally, I found the kitchen to be very well equipped despite it’s size, as we cooked most of our meals from scratch; everything homemade.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tranquility in Kentucky
The setting of this property was superb. It was an ideal little retreat in a quiet area with a beautiful view of the Kentucky river from the back porch and plenty of wildlife. I had a buck walk through the backyard while I was sitting on the porch!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Katherine S.

Liked: Cleanliness
2020
Nice little getaway.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Diane C., Clearwater, Fl / Morganton N.C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful retreat
We are retired and always have projects to keep us busy at our home. It seems, with Covid the work has become what we do since socializing is a bit challenging during these times. We needed a vacation and this was a perfect spot with no home project and plenty of time to just be content to walk, talk and enjoy the beautiful Kentucky landscape.and slow the pace a bit. The home was simple but clean and well supplied with about anything you might need to call it a home away from home. The was wood for fires in the evening, a wonderful grill for bbq and a hoot-owl who serenaded us every evening as the sun went down. We loved Shaker Village at Pleasant Hill and returned there many times during our stay to walk and explore and be transported to another time and another way of living. Our trip and our stay was as close to being perfect as we could have wanted and would stay at this little cottage again if the opportunity arises. Thanks for you hospitality ❤️
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jen, Texas

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful area, super peaceful and serene. Grill available for quick healthy meals. Loved the fire pit!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020

8/10 Good

Frankie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Kentucky is a beautiful state.
We were pleased with the property and enjoyed touring Kentucky.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2020