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Charming 1-bdrm, lake cottage-close to the Arc Encounter

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Enjoy the zero gravity chairs on the covered deck.
Welcome to the Lake Friends!
Hang out on the deck and enjoy watching local channels or streaming the internet
Covered and open deck spaces.
Plenty of shade on the deck.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchenette
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Falmouth, KY
  • Place, Kincaid Lake State Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Falmouth City Hall
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Ohio River
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cincinnati, OH (CVG-Cincinnati - Northern Kentucky Intl.)
    ‪57 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchenette
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Charming 1-bdrm, lake cottage-close to the Arc Encounter

Spend time at this charming cottage on Kincaid Lake, Ky. This welcoming retreat features 1-bedroom with a cozy queen bed, a sofa bed, fully equipped kitchen with a coffee bar, and WIFI for your favorite streaming services. Enjoy outdoor amenities including a canoe, two kayaks, firepit, and an outdoor patio bar with TV on the spacious, covered deck, or opt for the open side deck for your nightly star gazing. You can bring your own boat and dock it at the cottage or fish right off the dock. Just minutes away from Kincaid Lake State Park, you have access to a nine-hole golf course, pool, hiking trails, putt-putt golf, basketball, playground, and more. A 27-mile drive to the Arc Encounter in Williamstown makes this a great location for your stay. Please note that this property is located on a lake and is hilly. It is recommended to park vehicles that are not AWD/4WD at the top of the driveway in designated space on the road.
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

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: less than 50 lbs per pet (limit 2 pets total)

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:

Gather used towels

Remove personal items

Turn off the lights and lock the doors

Place all items in designated areas.

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Guests agree to read the liability waiver regarding use of kayaks and canoe under rental agreement before booking.

The property is located on a lake and heavy rain can cause lake level to rise. It is recommended to not leave any items on the bottoms.

AWD/4WD is recommended for parking in driveway, which is a steep, gravel drive. Others should park in designated parking on road at top of driveway.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4709408
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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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

Falmouth

Located in Falmouth, this cottage is in a rural area and on a lake. Kincaid Lake State Park and Ohio River Valley reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Ark Encounter and Kangaroo Walkabout. Kayaking, motor boating, and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking nearby.
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Falmouth, KY

What's nearby

  • Kincaid Lake State Park - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Kincaid Lake Golf Course - 10 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Falmouth City Hall - 11 min drive - 13.2 km
  • Max Goldberg Park - 11 min drive - 13.2 km
  • Ohio River - 15 min drive - 18.4 km

Getting around

  • Cincinnati, OH (LUK-Cincinnati Municipal - Lunken Field) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Howard's Place - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Shell - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪El Paso Mexican Restaurant - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪the Smoking Pig - ‬24 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming 1-bdrm, lake cottage-close to the Arc Encounter pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Charming 1-bdrm, lake cottage-close to the Arc Encounter?

As of May 12, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Charming 1-bdrm, lake cottage-close to the Arc Encounter on May 17, 2026 start from $195, 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 Charming 1-bdrm, lake cottage-close to the Arc Encounter?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming 1-bdrm, lake cottage-close to the Arc Encounter?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Charming 1-bdrm, lake cottage-close to the Arc Encounter located?

Located on a lake, this family-friendly cottage is 5.8 mi (9.4 km) from Kincaid Lake State Park and 8.5 mi (13.6 km) from Ohio River Valley. Ark Encounter and Ararat Ridge Zoo are also within 32 mi (52 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful, clean, accommodating! We loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 26, 2026
So glad you enjoyed your stay. We would love to host you again sometime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brent m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to relax for a weekend. Clean and all the activities onsite to keep our teen girl busy. Very calm side of the lake, great for the provided kayaks
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pete P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything about this vrbo was well thought out and super comfortable. We had everything we needed! Cleanliness was an A! Would love to come back. Very peaceful.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on May 3, 2026
We would welcome you back anytime. Great guests!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jon A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The lake cottage was fantastic! Super clean and everything that we needed. We just forgot our fishing poles as the bass were jumping in the lake. It is a perfect place to get away and my wife and I loved it.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 8, 2026
You are welcome to stay again anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jordan K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful lakeside cottage! The cottage was very clean and felt very well put together. Plenty of things to do inside and out. It was a nice surprise that there were some snacks and bottles water left for our stay. 10/10
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 17, 2026
Great guests! So glad you enjoyed your stay. We hope you come back again soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely amazing stay. We cannot wait to make this a family tradition. Beautiful house and land.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 17, 2025
We would love to host Melissa and her family again sometime. She left the cottage spotless and placed everything where it belonged.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Steven C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Beautiful place to stay and comfortable. My ONLY issue was the drive way is very steep and gravel. Had to park top of the hill and walk down. Wasn't made aware of this until a few days before check in. This needs to be a part of property description. Going uphill each day to the car is tough. Otherwise, very nice and not far from the Ark.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 9, 2026
We appreciate your feedback. We do mention the driveway in our listing under property amenities and parking. We have taken your suggestion and added it to our description as well.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diana M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was an amazing place!! I've stayed at a lot of places, but none were as clean or provided the extra amenities such as coffee (3 types of coffee machines) creamers, etc. They also provided fire wood for the fire pit. The bed was very comfortable, as well as the recliners and the couch. The owners were easy to reach and very friendly. The driveway was fine, I did appreciate them telling us that it was a little steep, but we didn't have any problems at all. The outside string lights were a plus as well! It was perfect! Book it!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julia D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a lovely 4 night stay at the cottage by the lake. Everything was just as described and shown in the listing for the property, which we love. The cottage was extremely clean and well maintained and had everything you'd need to make your stay more enjoyable. We wished we had booked a week stay, because 4 days was too short since we were going to the Creation Museum and Ark Encounter and that took almost all of our days and would have liked to just stay at the cottage all day long for a few days. Don't hesitate to book this place, you won't regret it.P.s. the drive way is a little steep but we had no issues with our front wheel drive car. Just make sure you have it in low gear going up and down and you'll be fine.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on May 11, 2026
We are so glad you enjoyed your stay and hope you come back when you can enjoy more of your time at the cottage.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
very nice cabin/cottage with a lake view. peaceful.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 23, 2025
So glad you enjoyed your stay! Would love to host you again in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Payne A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It had everything we needed and more. Finish out of the canoe on the lake was fantastic. The cabin was great all around.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Jackie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Clean
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darlin S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin was just great. It was quiet and peaceful. The actual cabin had everything you need. The lake is just down the way and there is a dock where you can go out on the lake if you want. I hope to be able to go back next year. Beautiful place!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was perfect for a long weekend getaway from Michigan to enjoy some warmer weather and time on the water. While the fishing didn’t quite cooperate during our stay, everything else about this property more than made up for it. The home was spotless, thoughtfully decorated, and truly had everything you could possibly need, which made settling in effortless.The porch quickly became our favorite spot, whether it was starting the morning with coffee or winding down in the evening. It offered a great space to relax and take in the views and weather, which really added to the overall experience.The hosts were outstanding. Communication was prompt, clear, and professional from the start, and everything was so well organized that we never had to reach out during our stay. That said, it was obvious they take pride in their property and guest experience, and I had full confidence they would have been immediately available if needed.Overall, this was an A experience. You can tell the owners genuinely care about their guests and have put a lot of effort into making this a comfortable and memorable place to stay. We would absolutely come back and highly recommend it to anyone looking for a relaxing, hassle-free getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 14, 2026
You are welcome back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dr. Robert G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Without a 4WD vehicle (with low range), getting up the gravel drive would have been a challenge. But we handled it just fine, a couple times...The cabin is immaculate, and well arranged. Nicely stocked with some snacks - thanks for the treat!It would be good if guests were forewarned that there is no breakfast restaurant in town, other than McDonald's...folks ought to bring in groceries when they first arrive.The fish were spawning in the stream. Fun to see such activity.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

About the host

Hosted by Bill and Lisa Speier

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I'm a retired electrician that loves fishing, golfing, and spending time on the lake. The cottage has been a personal weekend getaway for me and my wife, Lisa, for 20 years. We now want to share our little gem with others so they can create memories here in beautiful Pendleton County, Kentucky.

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