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Whistle Stop - Close to the Ark Encounter

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A row of white houses with a signpost indicating directions to Rattler, Shanty, and Skipper.
A bedroom with a bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a microwave, and a cabinet.
A bedroom with a metal bed frame, a white bedside table, a wooden nightstand, a grey rug, a small cabinet, and a wall-mounted shelf with decorative items.
A bathroom with a glass shower enclosure, a white sink, a toilet, and a mirror with a light above it.
Two small white cabins with black shutters, each with a porch and a bench.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
Sleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Deck or patio
  • Free WiFi
  • Balcony or patio
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Dry Ridge, KY
  • Place, Piddle Park
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Dry Ridge Outlet Mall
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Ark Encounter
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cincinnati, OH (CVG-Cincinnati - Northern Kentucky Intl.)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

0 bedrooms (sleeps 2)

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai

About this property

Whistle Stop - Close to the Ark Encounter

Galloping Goose Cottages located Dry Ridge, Kentucky. We offer 10 cottages 8 with Queen Beds and 2 with Twin beds. All are fully equipped with Air Conditioning and Heat, Cozy beds with Luxurious Linens, Full Bathroom, ROKU Flat Screen Tv's, Wi-Fi, Mini Refrigerator, Microwave, and Keurig. The cottages are 190 Square feet. Parking on premises is available. They're located only minutes away from The Ark in Williamstown, KY! The Cottages are located next to a train track.
After making a reservation please be sure to check your email. The cottages are self check in. There is no office onsite. All check-in details such as address, access codes etc. will be located in that email.
After a reservation is made please complete the pre-checkin details sent to your email from RGC Enterprise Vacation Homes. Our address as well as places to eat and things to do in the area will be listed.
The Access code to your cottage is sent 3 days before your reservation via email.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking Permitted Outside Only

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2129389
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the neighborhood

Dry Ridge

Located in Dry Ridge, this cottage is in the city center and on a lake. Piddle Park and Williamstown Lake reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Ark Encounter and Kangaroo Walkabout. Rainbow Maze and Ararat Ridge Zoo are also worth visiting. With kayaking, motor boating, and fishing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Dry Ridge, KY

What's nearby

  • Piddle Park - 1 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Dry Ridge Outlet Mall - 3 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Ark Encounter - 5 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Paycor Stadium - 38 min drive - 67.9 km
  • Great American Ball Park - 38 min drive - 68.9 km

Getting around

  • Cincinnati-Northern Kentucky Int'l Airport (CVG) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Arby's - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Whistle Stop - Close to the Ark Encounter pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Whistle Stop - Close to the Ark Encounter?

As of Aug 22, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Whistle Stop - Close to the Ark Encounter on Aug 27, 2026 start from $134, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Whistle Stop - Close to the Ark Encounter?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Whistle Stop - Close to the Ark Encounter?

Check-out is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Whistle Stop - Close to the Ark Encounter located?

Located in the heart of Dry Ridge, this cottage is within 3 mi (5 km) of Piddle Park, Dry Ridge Outlet Mall, and Williamstown Lake. William Arnold Log House is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) away.

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