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River House - Cottage with KY River View & Access

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Terrace/patio
Living area
Room
Private kitchen
Bathroom

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4550 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Firepit

Explore the area

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Wilmore, KY
  • Place, High Bridge Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, High Bridge Kentucky River Museum
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Kentucky Horse Park
    ‪45 min drive‬
  • Airport, Lexington, KY (LEX-Blue Grass)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Common area 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

River House - Cottage with KY River View & Access

Come relax at the peaceful river house. It feels like a retreat right on the Kentucky River with a party-sized dock for easy river access. It’s a cozy cottage on stilts with a breakfast bar on the porch and swing on the patio. Be surrounded by nature and beautiful views of the river and palisades.

Tuck away in seclusion just minutes away from downtown Wilmore, Asbury University & Seminary. 35 minutes or less from LEX Bluegrass Airport, Keeneland and Shaker Village.

Jessamine County Conditional Use Permit #8463
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 2 total
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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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

Wilmore

Located in High Bridge, a neighborhood in Wilmore, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Connemara Golf Course and Chrisman Mill Vineyards are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Wilmore Rail-Side Museum and Jd Legends Bar & Grill. Community Arts Center and Norton Center for the Arts are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including birdwatching.
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Wilmore, KY

What's nearby

  • High Bridge Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • High Bridge Kentucky River Museum - 1 min drive - 0.4 km
  • Keeneland Racing Course - 33 min drive - 40.3 km
  • University of Kentucky - 35 min drive - 39.7 km
  • Kentucky Horse Park - 45 min drive - 60.5 km

Getting around

  • Blue Grass Airport (LEX) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Burgin Dairy Barn - ‬35 min drive
  • ‪Shaker Village at Pleasant Hill - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Drinklings - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Shaker Village Trustees' House - ‬30 min drive
  • ‪Great Wall - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is River House - Cottage with KY River View & Access pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

How much does it cost to stay at River House - Cottage with KY River View & Access?

As of May 3, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at River House - Cottage with KY River View & Access on May 4, 2026 start from $205, 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 River House - Cottage with KY River View & Access?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at River House - Cottage with KY River View & Access?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is River House - Cottage with KY River View & Access located?

Located in High Bridge, this cottage is 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from High Bridge Park and 1.5 mi (2.5 km) from High Bridge Kentucky River Museum. Reservoir Park and B. L. Fisher Library are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 37 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 37 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

David m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
pet friendly my dog had a great time. nicely updated and clean. thanks for hosting and sharing your lovely home
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

christian k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property is perfect for a quiet get away and it had very reliable Wi-Fi. The view is beautiful
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steven A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Second stay here. We love it. Will certainly return.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Denise C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property with a nice view and wonderful porch!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steven A.

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

All around great stay!

Great house, great property, great area & great host. It was just great all-around!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Surroundings were peaceful and relaxing. View was excellent. Recliners and beds were very comfy! Kitchen was well stocked and so roomy! My only complaint is the water pressure in the shower.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property, beautiful view! This was a second stay for us. I’d come back again. Very peaceful. We had everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A special little nook along the Kentucky river. Quiet and peace I have not experienced before. I didn't want to leave. All the amenities you need and being pet-friendly was a huge relief. I know my big guy enjoyed it as much as I did. A must to visit!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A very charming house with a great view of the Kentucky River. Wi-Fi access was great to have. Owners take very good care of the property and make sure that the house has the amenities needed for your stay. Really nice to have the option of launching kayaks from the dock or going down the street to the boat ramp.Would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jesse B.

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

Birthday Relaxation

Visited here for my Fiancees birthday. This is the cleanest VRBO we ever rented. The house had everything we needed for a relaxing time. Very nice scenery. This place is awesome for a weekend getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn S.

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

Loved it

We loved the property and the view of the Kentucky River. We enjoyed exploring the surrounding area.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Allen D.

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

Beautiful place

The house and the view are gorgeous. The boat dock was great to sit and watch the river. Had some trouble keeping the shower at a steady temperature but would still 10/10 recommend
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

christian k.

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

High Bridge

The property is really nice, it has everything you need. You can swim, fish, and hike, just steps out the door. We love it, and can't wait to go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

christian k.

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

River House

perfect
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy J.

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

Family getaway

This property was more than we expected. We loved it from the 1st day to the last day. The river view was so relaxing. The railroad was also relaxing after the 1st day. Definitely want to go back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Caroline C.

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

Anniversary Staycation

I’ve already recommended to friends and family, and we hope to make it back when it’s warmer to really be able to spend time outside and utilize the dock! It was such an easy and peaceful getaway, we loved watching the trains go by! No complaints :)
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly M.

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

Relaxing cottage on the river

Great place to relax. Cottage has all the amenities you need to just chill. You will need a little chill after driving the road down and probably do not want to do it in the dark. We really enjoyed the beautiful area!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Coley C.

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

10/10!!!

This is the perfect little getaway spot! It feels like it's in its own world, but it's close to many things to do. The host has thought of all the things the make your stay even better. We will definitely go back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael Z.

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

River house

Nice river house with excellent river view and access! Nice DNR ramp 1/2 mi down road.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

christian k.

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

Paradise

This place is as nice as it looks, lovely. Almost postcard. Perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elaine F.

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

Beautiful!!

Nothing could beat relaxing on the back porch, listen for and watching the trains, and simply letting the river peacefully roll by. The house was spotless and had everything we needed for a perfect getaway. Highly recommended!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alison P.

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

So Relaxing!

I booked this cute little cottage for friends that was coming to town. We all loved the cottage and the peacefulness of the area. We had plenty of spaces to hang out at between the porch, the swing at the fireplace, and the dock. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Teresa E.

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

Amazing

The property was perfect! LOVED the location and peacefulness of the river and nature. The house was exactly as described and more! We will definitely come back. Thank you for sharing such a wonderful peace of paradise.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

nopath ..

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

Ky River stay

Nice relaxing stay. The owner went above and beyond to notify us of the rising river during the flood of April 2025. They we able to notify us to check out a bit early and get ahead of the rising water to ensure we made it out safely. Thanks again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shannon H.

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

Getaway for a concert

Super cute and cozy place. Would have been nice to know ahead of time about the trains that run on the close bridge till 2am…still would have rented it. Very nice rental! Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

About the host

Hosted by Anna Carman

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My husband Jonathan and I love the outdoors (rock climbing, kayaking, caving, rappelling), visiting new places and trying new food! I like to keep things neat and tidy and want to live life to the fullest with community!

Feel free to reach out! We're happy to share any way we can. If there's something we can make better or get for you, let us know, we live close by!

Why they chose this property

You've reached our favorite place in the world - the end of the road! Awaiting you is the beautiful Kentucky River and its palisades (exposed rock cliffs). As you enter the neighborhood keep an eye out for a happy black lab that loves to bark at and chase cars.

There's a great mix of long-time (generations!) locals who are a fixture of the Highbridge community and newcomers (like us) who live full or part-time along the river-bottom. It's our favorite getaway!

Your stay is very close to Highbridge, an active railroad bridge.

When built in 1877, High Bridge was the highest railroad trestle in the world. As part of the busiest north-south route in the nation, it is still used heavily today.

We don't notice the train noise anymore but if you're a light sleeper, consider a sound machine app on your phone or earplugs.

If you go for walk, know that the pups who live on the street are free and friendly, though they will likely do their job and bark at you.

There is a remote possibility of the road being flooded during the winter. We will of course be happy to work with you if you need to cancel your booking due to flooding. It doesn't always happen but it is part of the adventure of living next to a river!

What makes this property unique

Have the entire place to yourself with beautiful views of the Kentucky River and private river access on the large dock.

House is on stilts and entered by stairs. Great room with amazing views includes living room, dining room and kitchen. Laundry is in the bathroom.

You'll have access to our entire .75 acre property including the large yard, patio, dock, and U-shaped gravel driveway.

Swimming off the dock is a great option when it’s warm enough!

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