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~4~ Cost Effective Inn by the Red River Gorge

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Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Clay City, KY
  • Popular LocationNatural Bridge State Park22 min drive
  • Popular LocationRed River Gorge Geological Area26 min drive
  • Popular LocationRed River Gorge33 min drive
  • AirportLexington, KY (LEX-Blue Grass)47 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 6)

Room #4

1 bathroom

Room #4

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

~4~ Cost Effective Inn by the Red River Gorge

The Clay City Inn is the only budget friendly accommodations in Clay City, KY, located directly off the Mountain Parkway and just 15 minutes away from the world renowned Red River Gorge within the Daniel Boone National Forest.

Room 4 is located at the front of the property on the upper landing.

We offer our guests WiFi, cable, microwaves and mini fridges and there is NO additional cleaning fee! Our parking lot can accommodate large trucks, UHAUL, oversized loads, campers and small RVs. The motel was recently placed under new ownership and complete room renovations are planned in the coming weeks and months. Weekly rates available.

We also offer Bigfoot Hunts... Contact us for more details!

Property manager

Lyndsey Raymond
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Amenities

Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Property grounds
Delightfully secluded 1 bed and a loft for extra space. TV and DVD player.
Air conditioning
8.6 out of 10, (7 reviews)
Delightfully secluded 1 bed and a loft for extra space. TV and DVD player.

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed
Pets must not be left unattended

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Smoking is not permitted within motel rooms.
Quiet time at the motel is between 11PM and 8AM
Please contact us directly if you would like a pet friendly room.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

About the area

Clay City

Located in Clay City, this motel is in a rural area and on a river. Natural Bridge State Park and Osborne Bend Trail are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Kentucky Reptile Zoo and Paradise Cove Aquatic Center. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Clay City, KY

What's nearby

  • Natural Bridge State Park - 22 min drive
  • Red River Gorge Geological Area - 26 min drive
  • Red River Gorge - 33 min drive
  • Fort Boonesborough State Park - 35 min drive
  • Eastern Kentucky University - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 6 min drive
  • Dairy Queen - 6 min drive
  • Mi Finca - 7 min drive
  • Bruen's Restaurant - 7 min drive
  • Hardee's - 27 min drive

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean place and comfortable beds. Very well kept by the owners. Right off the highway which was convenient (little bit of highway noise though). Close to the Red River Gorge which was nice.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best bed ever
✅ Two most important things: Clean✅ Great Bed ✅ Slept so well.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alana

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
I enjoyed how easy it was to check in!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jack K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place for Hikers
This Inn is easy to access off the Mountain Parkway, close to food choices and near plenty of trails. The room was smaller but very clean, sm frig, microwave, TV w/plenty of choices, great pillows and bed. They have a small yard in the back with a fire pit to relax after dark. Noticed some noise complaints about cars passing by but not a problem for us. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tim N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy, Charming, Captivating!
This adorable Inn sits right off of Bert Combs Mountain Parkway. Nestled at the edge of Clay City's business district, it grabs your attention immediately. You are greeted by an 8 foot Bigfoot likeness, and the sweetest Inn owners (Lyndsey and Charlie) ever! The rooms are inviting, clean, comfortable and provide everything you really need for a short trip to Red River Gorge or surrounding area. If you are interested in the Bigfoot legends, stories or experiences this is the place to stop too! Charlie Raymond will be happy to tell you about Bigfoot and the Kentucky Bigfoot Research Organization. Just ask!! If I could give it 10 stars I would!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

About the host

Hosted by Lyndsey Raymond

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Charlie and Lyndsey Raymond purchased the Clay City Inn in February 2021.

The Raymond's are passionate about hiking, camping and are armature fishermen, all of which they enjoy within the nearby Red River Gorge and Daniel Boone National Forest.

Charlie Raymond is the Founder of the Kentucky Bigfoot Research Organization, and the collective long term goal is to introduce this theme into the Clay City Inn renovations.

The Raymond's are excited about their new venture and enjoy welcoming guests and sharing tales of their adventures!

What makes this property unique

The Kentucky Bigfoot Research Organization is based out of the Clay City Inn.

Guest may arrange tailored Bigfoot Hunts to coincide with their accommodations (minimum numbers apply).

More information can be found by visiting kentuckybigfoot.com or emailing requests to info@kentuckybigfoot.com

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