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Captain's Cabin Bed & Breakfast: Bourbon Trail, History & Romance
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Reviews
9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom 1 bathroom Sleeps 2 900 sq ft
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Louisville, KY
- Mall St. Matthews16 min drive
- Louisville Zoo24 min drive
- Kentucky Exposition Center25 min drive
- Louisville, KY (LOU-Bowman Field)19 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 2)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Captain's Cabin Bed & Breakfast: Bourbon Trail, History & Romance
Enjoy your own log cabin on a wooded hillside overlooking a lake as you start on the bourbon trail, head to the races or visit great museums. It's been the location for four movies, including Lifetime, as well as several commercials! Period furnishings and modern conveniences make this an unforgettable retreat. A massive stone fireplace creates a quiet ambiance. Tasteful antiques appoint the cabin for a step back in time.
Captain's Cabin offers a special one-of-a-kind experience surrounded by history and luxury simultaneously. You will enjoy your own full kitchen, fully equipped and stocked with spices and supplies. The bath has been lovingly renovated while retaining the clawfoot tub. Enjoy a long soak with hand-crafted scrubs and soaps. There is no shower! You are surrounded in comfort from the ultra soft sheets, luxurious robes, and Sleep Number bed to the gourmet hot breakfast delivered to your door every weekend morning. Continental breakfast is provided on weekdays. (We promise you won't go hungry!) Join us for a Cooking With Bourbon Dinner Experience on weekends. Sip wine by the fireplace, read on the back porch swings or enjoy the wildlife visiting the lake from the front porch. Only 17 minutes from downtown Louisville, you are surrounded by 8 acres of woods and wildlife. Take a walk along the lake, hike through the woods and discover the waterfall. Take a canoe ride or go wading in the smooth limestone creek. Warm up by the firepit and roast marshmallows or use the grill to make your favorite dinner. Play golf or disc golf on the adjacent public courses. Captain's Cabin was featured in the April 2015 issue of Country's Best Cabins magazine, 2015 September issue of Style Blueprint magazine and April 2016 Home of the Week in Courier Journal.
Captain's Cabin is a great place to start your Bourbon Trail adventure, experience one of the Top Foodie Cities, visit the Ark and Creation Museum, bet on the ponies at Churchill Downs or visit Louisville's notable museums, including Slugger Baseball Museum, Ali Center and Frasier History Museum. But many people come here just to relax and get away from it all!
If you can't get enough of cabin living, Jan is a licensed architect specializing in log and timberframe homes. He can make your dream a reality!
Additional Amenities:
Kitchen
• Pots and Pans
• Baking and Cooking Utensils
• Keurig and Traditional Coffee Maker
• Toaster
• Some basic pantry supplies (coffee, tea, spices, sugar, butter, syrup, popcorn)
• Bottled Water (Cabin is on City Water Supply)
Living
• Wood Fireplace (available Labor Day through May 1)
• Wood Supply
• Hi-Speed WiFi (throughout cabin)
• Games
• Chess board
Outdoor
• Fire Pit in front yard
• Rocking Chairs
• BBQ Grill and Utensils
• Porch
• Swing Chairs
• Yard Farkle Game
• Garden
Bath
• Clawfoot tub (NO shower)
• Hand-crafted Soaps and Bath Salts
• Bubble bath
• Fluffy towels
• Bath robes for your use
Bedroom
• Sleep Number Bed
• Bluetooth Stereo
• Lending Library for your stay
Captain's Cabin offers a special one-of-a-kind experience surrounded by history and luxury simultaneously. You will enjoy your own full kitchen, fully equipped and stocked with spices and supplies. The bath has been lovingly renovated while retaining the clawfoot tub. Enjoy a long soak with hand-crafted scrubs and soaps. There is no shower! You are surrounded in comfort from the ultra soft sheets, luxurious robes, and Sleep Number bed to the gourmet hot breakfast delivered to your door every weekend morning. Continental breakfast is provided on weekdays. (We promise you won't go hungry!) Join us for a Cooking With Bourbon Dinner Experience on weekends. Sip wine by the fireplace, read on the back porch swings or enjoy the wildlife visiting the lake from the front porch. Only 17 minutes from downtown Louisville, you are surrounded by 8 acres of woods and wildlife. Take a walk along the lake, hike through the woods and discover the waterfall. Take a canoe ride or go wading in the smooth limestone creek. Warm up by the firepit and roast marshmallows or use the grill to make your favorite dinner. Play golf or disc golf on the adjacent public courses. Captain's Cabin was featured in the April 2015 issue of Country's Best Cabins magazine, 2015 September issue of Style Blueprint magazine and April 2016 Home of the Week in Courier Journal.
Captain's Cabin is a great place to start your Bourbon Trail adventure, experience one of the Top Foodie Cities, visit the Ark and Creation Museum, bet on the ponies at Churchill Downs or visit Louisville's notable museums, including Slugger Baseball Museum, Ali Center and Frasier History Museum. But many people come here just to relax and get away from it all!
If you can't get enough of cabin living, Jan is a licensed architect specializing in log and timberframe homes. He can make your dream a reality!
Additional Amenities:
Kitchen
• Pots and Pans
• Baking and Cooking Utensils
• Keurig and Traditional Coffee Maker
• Toaster
• Some basic pantry supplies (coffee, tea, spices, sugar, butter, syrup, popcorn)
• Bottled Water (Cabin is on City Water Supply)
Living
• Wood Fireplace (available Labor Day through May 1)
• Wood Supply
• Hi-Speed WiFi (throughout cabin)
• Games
• Chess board
Outdoor
• Fire Pit in front yard
• Rocking Chairs
• BBQ Grill and Utensils
• Porch
• Swing Chairs
• Yard Farkle Game
• Garden
Bath
• Clawfoot tub (NO shower)
• Hand-crafted Soaps and Bath Salts
• Bubble bath
• Fluffy towels
• Bath robes for your use
Bedroom
• Sleep Number Bed
• Bluetooth Stereo
• Lending Library for your stay
Property manager
Tammy Donelson
Languages
Spanish
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Amenities
Breakfast included
Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space
Parking available
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 12:00 PM
Children
Adults only
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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 and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number LIC-STA-25-00037
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A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property
About the neighborhood
Louisville
Located in Louisville, this cabin is next to a golf course and on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Louisville Waterfront Park and popular attractions include Louisville Zoo and Kentucky Kingdom. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Churchill Downs or IceLand Sports Complex. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Louisville, KY
What's nearby
- Southeast Christian Church - 11 min drive - 9.8 km
- Mall St. Matthews - 16 min drive - 13.9 km
- Louisville Mega Cavern - 20 min drive - 17.2 km
- Louisville Zoo - 24 min drive - 17.2 km
- Kentucky Exposition Center - 25 min drive - 22.0 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 7 min drive
- Frisch's Restaurants - 10 min drive
- Dairy Queen - 9 min drive
- McDonald's - 8 min drive
- Recbar - 7 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Cleanliness
10/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Eco-friendliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
9.6/10
Location
9.6/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
May 21, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Mia M.
Mar 17, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved it!
Mia M.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Amy C.
Oct 3, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Anniversary trip
Amy C.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Marita G.
Oct 28, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy cabin in the woods
Marita G.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Katie F.
Sep 17, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Getaway
Katie F.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Michael C.
Sep 23, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mike
Michael C.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveler
Nov 10, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
23rd Anniversary
Verified traveler
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
8/10 Good
James M.
Sep 9, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely stay in historic cabin
James M.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Alice a.
Sep 18, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic getaway
Alice a.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Luciano S.
Jun 8, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Captain's Retreat
Luciano S.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
THERESA
May 15, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
THERESA
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Marissa L.
Jun 7, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Cabin!!
Marissa L.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Brian J.
May 24, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Cabin Experience
Brian J.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Grant H.
Feb 12, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent!
Grant H.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
10/10 Excellent
Mnason P.
May 5, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Cabin Getaway
Mnason P.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Kristen W.
Nov 4, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy historic stay
Kristen W.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
8/10 Good
Rebecca K.
Jun 3, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful getaway
Rebecca K.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
8/10 Good
Adina U.
Oct 23, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Captain's Cabin
Adina U.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Greg R.
Apr 6, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Cabin
Greg R.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
jeff p.
Aug 23, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Anniversary getaway
jeff p.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Bryan B.
Aug 10, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Much Needed
Bryan B.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
J P.
Apr 17, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Terrific in every way!
J P.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Shelli S.
Sep 24, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Experience!
Shelli S.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveler
Jan 30, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cabin Stay
Verified traveler
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
10/10 Excellent
Michelle D.
Jul 28, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
So very charming
Michelle D.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
About the host
Hosted by Tammy Donelson

We love hosting people from all over the world in our Captain's Cabin Bed & Breakfast. We opened Captain's Annex in our home for Derby and special events. My husband, Jan, is a licensed architect specializing in log and timberframe homes and distributor for Hearthstone Homes. When we found this property featuring TWO log cabin homes, we had to live here. I, Tammy, am a marketing consultant for healthcare companies and home sharing hosts. I love to cook and spoil my guests with gourmet breakfasts and lots of goodies. We are history buffs, especially the Lewis & Clark period. The cabins are full of artifacts and historic replicas from Jan's 2004-2006 bicentennial trip to the Pacific Ocean in a keelboat to commemorate the Lewis & Clark journey of 1804-1806.
Why they chose this property
This property has a peace and tranquility that is hard to find. Wildlife abounds. The front porch provides a great view of the lake. The creek is just a few steps away where you can go wading of explore the waterfall.
What makes this property unique
Gourmet breakfast is served on weekends! Cherry Oatmeal Scones, Wild Mushroom Frittata, Scotch Eggs, Apple Cranberry Compote, French Toast Strata and Pumpkin Praline Waffles are just a few of our featured recipes. They can also be found in my new cookbook, Captain's Cabin Favorite Recipes.
Languages:
Spanish
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