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JC’s Cottage is less than 5 minutes from The Ark Encounter!

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A living room with two leather armchairs, a small white table with a lamp, and a wooden door.
A living room with two black leather chairs, a small round table with a lamp, a patterned rug, and a ceiling fan.
A dining area with a round table, blue chairs, a decorative sign, and a modern chandelier.
A hallway with wooden flooring, a chandelier, and a door leading to a bedroom with a bed and bedside table.
A modern kitchen with a stainless steel refrigerator, a wooden countertop, blue cabinets, a microwave, and a stove.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Deck or patio
  • Internet access
  • Balcony or patio

Explore the area

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Williamstown, KY
  • Place, William Arnold Log House
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Webb Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Ark Encounter
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cincinnati, OH (CVG-Cincinnati - Northern Kentucky Intl.)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

JC’s Cottage is less than 5 minutes from The Ark Encounter!

JC’s Cottage is safely nestled in the heart of WILLIAMSTOWN only 5 minutes from The Ark Encounter & a short drive to The Creation Museum. We are located in the Golden Triangle! It’s an easy drive to Cincinnati, Lexington or Louisville! JC’s Cottage has been newly remodeled and has been a labor of love for our family. Relax after a day of site seeing in the area. JC’s is located 1 min from downtown WILLIAMSTOWN where you will find restaurants and shopping. Close to the Bourbon Trail, too! We do have a "Blink" camera installed on the front porch next to outdoor light, which is next to the front door.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please Leave any bed you sleep in unmade
Please text 859-620-7652 when you depart
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3988631vb
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Williamstown

Williamstown is home to this cottage. Webb Park and Williamstown Lake reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Ark Encounter and Ararat Ridge Zoo. Kangaroo Walkabout and Rainbow Maze are also worth visiting.
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Williamstown, KY

What's nearby

  • William Arnold Log House - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Webb Park - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Ark Encounter - 3 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Florence Mall - 29 min drive - 52.5 km
  • Riverbend Music Center - 47 min drive - 82.8 km

Getting around

  • Cincinnati-Northern Kentucky Int'l Airport (CVG) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Gold Star - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is JC’s Cottage is less than 5 minutes from The Ark Encounter! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at JC’s Cottage is less than 5 minutes from The Ark Encounter! ?

As of 21 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at JC’s Cottage is less than 5 minutes from The Ark Encounter! on 4 Jan 2027 start from £281, 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 at JC’s Cottage is less than 5 minutes from The Ark Encounter! ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at JC’s Cottage is less than 5 minutes from The Ark Encounter! ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at JC’s Cottage is less than 5 minutes from The Ark Encounter! ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is JC’s Cottage is less than 5 minutes from The Ark Encounter! located?

Situated in Williamstown, this cottage is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from William Arnold Log House and 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Ark Encounter. Webb Park and Saint Elizabeth Grant Hospital are also within 3 miles (5 km).

About the host

Hosted by Gina Austin Smith

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This home is the home I grew up in, my sister and I have worked with our children to make this a short term rental. My daughter, Gina (Jenna) helps us host this property as she is a full time property manager.

Why they chose this property

This is my sister and I's childhood home.

What makes this property unique

This home was always full of love growing up, my sister and I grew up here and our own children have so many fond memories of being with their Grandmother (our Mother) in this home.

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