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Ark Adventure Retreat

Family-friendly holiday home with water park and Hot tub

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor spa tub
TV, offices
4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot
Escape to the Kentucky countryside at Ark Adventure Retreat, just 20 miles from the incredible Ark Encounter. Relax by the seasonal above-ground pool or unwind on the upper-level deck overlooking tree-lined landscapes. Inside, enjoy modern comforts and elegant décor in spacious living areas with an L-shaped sofa and smart TV.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Pool
  • Parking available

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Frequently asked questions

Does Ark Adventure Retreat have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Ark Adventure Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Ark Adventure Retreat?

On-site parking is available at the property.

Where is Ark Adventure Retreat located?

This family-friendly Walton holiday home is within 2 mi (3 km) of The Abner Gaines House, Walton Citizens Park and Walton Nature Trail. Walton City Hall and Walton Branch Library are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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Reviews

Ark Adventure Retreat Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.4

Cleanliness

9.6

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 29 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 29 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 29 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Pamela W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and comfortable, everything we needed to enjoy are stay. The pool and Jacuzzi were very well maintained.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lakisha E.

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

Great Stay for Family

The home was very nice and comfortable, slept 89 of my family with ease.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful clean house
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wilhelm S.

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

Great place

Very cleanHas some activities in the garage.Enjoyed it very much
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dmitriy R.

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

Great

Nice and clean. 25 min to ark and 28 min to creation museum
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracey B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We traveled with 2 families: 4 adults, 4 kids total. It was the perfect amount of space and activities for our group. The kids loved the pool and hot tub, as well as the game room. The management was easy to work with and answered any questions. It was one of the best stocked VRBO houses we have rented. We spent most of our time at the house since we were looking for time together. It’s located in a pretty quiet suburb. We loved our stay and would definitely recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Dave And Cathi B.

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

House near Ark and Creation museum

The house was nice and well kept overall. Had a few small maintenance issues but the property manager responded immediately and took care it. She was extremely helpful and even opened up the pool so we enjoyed that. The house is a bilevel so keep in mind there are steps. But we would absolutely recommend this property.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim G.

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

Family Vacation

Plenty of room for our family. We enjoyed the pool and hot tub. Great location for visiting the Ark Encounter and Creation Museum.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice accommodations. We had 4 adults and 4 children and this offered us the space and comfort we needed. The pool was a hugh hit with everyone!! The host was very accommodating and addressed every question that we had.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Marla P.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay while visiting the Ark and sight-seeing in Cincinnati. House was as pictured and pool was clean. Games in garage were an additional hit with the kids!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert P.

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Just like it says

We stayed 4 days. The pool and garage area were fun. The house is a little small for 9 of us but not bad. The dining area was tight. Overall, a clean house and a nice stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike K.

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

Kentucky Trip

House was roomy, Kids loved the pool. Very convenientto attractions. The Ark, Creation Museum, Cincinatti Zoo
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed our stay here and it was centralized to everything we did. The grandkids enjoyed the game room and pool and we all enjoyed the hot tub. The pool turned green after it rained but the host was very prompt about getting it serviced within an hour of being notified. We would definitely stay here again if we came back to the area.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristen L.

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

Nice location, clean house, comfortable beds!

House was accurately described, clean and had everything we expected. It was great for us as we visited the Ark and Creation museum all week. Close to grocery stores and restaurants as well as a community park. The hot tub was a plus as well as the garage games. We did end up buying ourselves some card / board games to play as the house didn't have any. Thanks!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bethany K.

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

Enjoyable vacation

We had a great time staying in Walton and enjoying all the Ark Adventure Retreat had to offer. We spent time in the game area, relaxed in the spacious living room, and enjoyed the hot tub. We were close enough to hikes, the ark, and enjoyed being in Walton. Lots of ammenities to help you through the week.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley G.

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

Great house and great location

We stayed here with another family, so 9 people total. The backyard was great for the kids to play in and the hot tub was an nice extra. The living room doesn't have a ton of space for a larger group, but our kids were playing out in the garage with the pingpong table most of the time. We visited both the Ark Encounter and the Creation Museum while we stayed. I would definitely recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Irwin B.

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Ark Visit

Nice home. Was the perfect location for us.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hope Y.

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The Right Fit

It was a great stay. There was room for all of us. The game room was loved by ALL. Thank you for leaving the snacks. The kids enjoyed them. It was nice to have when we arrived from our 8 hour drive. Having a home to fulfill our needs was very welcoming compared to a hotel. We were able to get together in one space and it felt comfortable. We came to see The Ark Encounter and The Creation Museum. The house was a perfect distance from both. We enjoyed the town of Walton very much. We visited a local church and they were very welcoming. We would definitely stay again!! Thanks for all your hospitality!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynelle F.

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

Great location to Ark and Creation Museum

My husband and I and our friends (husband/wife) enjoyed this property. The pool was refreshing since our stay had a several days with high 90 temperatures. Grocery and restaurants close by.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deena B.

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

Nice Home

We stayed here for two nights while visiting the Creation Museum and the Ark Encounter with friends. Perfect location for this! The home was clean, comfortable and well maintained! We were not able to enjoy any of the backyard amenities since it was raining both days we were there, but it looked very nice! Would highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Desta S.

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Ark encounter

It was a beautiful house and very clean. The house was perfectly in the middle of the ark encounter and the creation museum. The only complaint was the paper work before the stay was lengthy and they came in the house and changed the entertainment center while we were gone for the day at the creation museum with all of our stuff in the house.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Michelle T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Group of 8 Ark trip

Overall the home was clean and had nice accommodations. If you are staying with multiple families or a large group please make sure to bring your own kitchen supplies as there are very few on hand. We were a bit disappointed that we weren’t informed before arriving that the washer and dryer were out of service, and that there was an issue with the shower draining properly. Please note the ping pong table is youth sized, not intended for adults. Overall we enjoyed our trip to the Ark and that was important to us!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peggie L.

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

Ark Vacation

This home is conveniently located to several attractions, restaurants, & shopping. The interior is exactly as described in the listing. All this in a quiet neighborhood. Loved this property. ❤️
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Crystal T.

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Great Family Rental

Great family little get away. The house was homie and clean. Plenty of room and fun games.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly J.

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Family Christmas

Overall stay was good. House was clean and comfortable. Beds were great. Kitchen was not what I would considered well stocked- not enough pots and pans/cookie sheets to cook for 6 people, no can opener, serving spoons, tongs etc. luckily we had family from the area and they brought their pots etc. advertised as secluded, but it is in a subdivision. Back yard opens to farm. We would stay here again and overall experience was good.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023