Lakefront Retreat w/ Views, Near Mammoth Cave!

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Mammoth Cave Vacation Rental | 4BR | 2.5BA | 2,680 Sq Ft | Steps Required

Kitchen | Cooking Basics | Coffee Maker | 3-Story Home

Living Room | Free WiFi | Central A/C | Smart TV

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4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 122680 sq ft

Popular amenities

Barbecue grill

Parking available

Washer

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Fireplace

Explore the area

Mammoth Cave, Kentucky

Nolin River Lake

1 min walk

Nolin Lake State Park

5 min drive

Mammoth Cave National Park

23 min drive

Glasgow, KY (GLW-Glasgow Municipal)

67 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4 (Loft)

4 Single Beds and 2 Double Beds

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Full Bathroom

Half Bathroom

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Kitchen

Dining

Living area

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About this property

Experience the best of the Bluegrass State from the comfort of this luxury vacation rental! This upscale home offers 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, 2 living areas, an outdoor fire pit, and 2 levels of decks with incredible views of Nolin Lake. Kids will enjoy playing foosball up in the loft while the adults lounge on the deck. When you're not boating or fishing on the lake, take a quick drive to Mammoth Cave National Park—home to the world's longest cave—for memorable hikes and cave tours!

-- THE PROPERTY --

2 Fireplaces | 2,680 Sq Ft | Gas Grill | Ample Driveway Parking

Tucked away in the forest, yet just a stone's throw from Mammoth Cave National Park, this vacation rental is the ideal choice for large families and groups of friends looking for endless outdoor adventures in Kentucky!

Bedroom 1: King Bed | Bedroom 2: King Bed | Bedroom 3: Queen Bed | Bedroom 4 (Loft): 2 Twin/Full Bunk Beds w/ Twin Trundle Beds

INDOOR LIVING: 5 flat-screen TVs, DVD player, walk-out basement, comfortable furniture, vaulted ceiling, hardwood floors
KID-FRIENDLY GAMES: Foosball table, air hockey table, darts, basketball, board games, Pacman & arcade games
KITCHEN: Fully equipped, stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, Keurig coffee maker, drip coffee maker, full knife set, center island with seating, dishware/flatware
OUTDOOR LIVING: Furnished wraparound deck, fire pit area w/ seating, hammock
GENERAL: Washer/dryer, free WiFi, complimentary toiletries, air conditioning, ceiling fans, central heating, self-check-in
PARKING: Driveway (6 vehicles)

-- THE LOCATION --

NOLIN LAKE STATE PARK: Boat ramp/beach (3.0 miles), fishing, swimming, boating, jet skiing, kayaking, Cave Hollow Bay Boat Ramp (8.0 miles)
MAMMOTH CAVE NATIONAL PARK (~8 miles): Gothic Avenue Tour, Wild Cave Tour, Sand Cave, Fat Man's Misery, Green River, Crystal Onyx Cave, Diamond Caverns, Cub Run Cave
OUTDOOR RECREATION: Moutardier Recreation Area (16.5 miles), Shanty Hollow Lake (33.1 miles), Lost River Cave (44.4 miles), Barren River Lake (45.5 miles)
BOWLING GREEN: National Corvette Museum (38.0 miles), Thunderfest (38.0 miles), Historic Railpark & Train Museum (40.1 miles), Western Kentucky University (41.2 miles), CamaroFest (42.2 miles), Beech Bend Park (42.2 miles)
AIRPORTS: Louisville International Airport (88.0 miles), Nashville International Airport (111 miles)

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-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features several external security cameras. They do not look into interior spaces

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English, French, German, Spanish

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Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.

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, a security system and a first aid kit

About the area

Cub Run

Located in Cub Run, this holiday home is on a lake. Cub Run Cave and Historic Grayson County Courthouse are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Big Mike's Rock and Gift Shop and Kentucky Down Under Adventure Zoo. Travelling with kids? Consider Raven’s Cross Escapes - Haunted Village and Dinosaur World. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby power boating, or enjoy the great outdoors with hunting.

Mammoth Cave, Kentucky

What's nearby

Nolin River Lake - 1 min walk
Nolin Lake State Park - 5 min drive
Mammoth Cave National Park - 23 min drive
Cub Run Cave - 25 min drive
Mammoth Cave Visitor Center - 51 min drive

Restaurants

‪Ponderosa Boat Dock On Nolin Lake - ‬40 min drive
‪InnsideOut Grill - ‬24 min drive
‪Pate's Cake Shop - ‬25 min drive
‪Lincoln Hometown Cafe - ‬14 min drive
‪Sherry's Red Roof Restaurant - ‬28 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lakefront Retreat w/ Views, Near Mammoth Cave! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lakefront Retreat w/ Views, Near Mammoth Cave!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakefront Retreat w/ Views, Near Mammoth Cave!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lakefront Retreat w/ Views, Near Mammoth Cave! located?

This family-friendly Cub Run holiday home is located on a lake, within 3 mi (5 km) of Nolin River Lake and Nolin Lake State Park. Tall Man's Misery and Echo River are also within 12 miles (20 km).

9.6

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

8/10 Good

Jeremy D.

3 Aug 2024

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

Good times

Nice property off the beaten path. Secluded and quiet. Enjoyed the deck and view of the lake. Couple minor issues with the house the main one being the toilet. We had a log jam every day if our stay. this never happens back home but the toilets in this house just need replaced. If u don't want to plunge in vacation I would rent a different place.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

John S.

19 Jul 2024

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

Lake weekend with friends

My buddies and I rented this house for a weekend over the summer. The house was perfect. We spent the weekend swimming and fishing. The fishing is really good right off the dock. This is an awesome house. Definitely recommend

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg W.

12 Aug 2023

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

Great family weekend

The property was perfect for a family getaway. The house was clean and stocked with all the essentials you would need. The 2 big decks were a favorite spot to hang out and watch the sunset. I would absolutely recommend it.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy V., Findlay

17 Jul 2023

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

Beautiful Lakeside Home on a Hill

This beautiful property provided everything we needed. We had 4 adults and 3 children ranging in ages from 3 to 68. We had a wonderful time visiting Mammoth Cave and Dinosaur World and spent our mornings and evenings fishing off the dock. We would definitely stay here again.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

lauren p.

10 Jul 2023

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

Wonderful house!

Awesome house! Very spacious and kitchen was fabulous. The lake view was spectacular!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Tammy C.

28 Aug 2022

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

Family trip

It was a beautiful house and property. Well stocked and ample sleeping space. Only I and a half bath. Another full bath and it would have been perfect. Full fridge downstairs would be nice. Small fridge downstairs did not work. Over all a beautiful rental. Thank you.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

jamie l.

21 Aug 2022

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

Luxury Lake Vacation!

If you are looking for that PERFECT, quiet, lake getaway - stop scrolling and book this place NOW! This was absolutely the best vacation home we have ever stayed in. The views are breathtaking, the lake perfect for fishing, boating and swimming, The sunsets were out of this world. The home had everything you could ask for: fully stocked kitchen, washer/dryer, dishwasher, towels, yard games, board games, hammock, firepit, tvs in every room..... and CLEAN. Everything just smelled CLEAN when you walked in. What to bring with you? You are literally in no-man's-lind, so stop at a grocery and get shampoo, conditioner, a bar of soap, and whatever you'll need to eat while you're there. There's no groceries or food for a good 30 minutes (walmart is about 50 minutes). This property was just heavenly for the week. No noise, 1 or 2 bars of free wifi (which is just enough if you HAVE to use the computer, but also just enough to keep the kids off their devices and down the lake fishing instead!) 48 minutes to the visitor center at Mammoth Caves. I can't say enough about this place. 10 stars!!!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Nancy B., Oak Park, IL

17 Aug 2022

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

Loved Nolin River Lake!

The decks were great. The stairs to the lake were many but well built and maintained. The deck was good but could use a better ladder, it was difficult to get out of the water onto the deck. The swimming although deep was excellent. We had terrific weather. The upstairs loft was good. I thought the basement bedrooms and bathroom were somewhat awkward. Suggestions: put mirrors and towel hooks in both bedrooms. Put more towel racks/hooks in the full bathroom as well.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

stacie a., Brunswick, OH

12 Aug 2022

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Perfect!

Absolutely perfect house. Nice and quiet lake. Beautiful sunsets on the dock. Great for swimming with the kids. Caught fish and turtles. Saw bald eagle several times. About 45 min to Mammoth Cave. We had a great summer trip.

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Donna H., Holland, MI USA

8 Aug 2022

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

Fantastic Place to Relax

This home provided everything we wanted. The lake view on the incredible decks were wonderful. The loft, the downstairs, and the great room met our needs when it came to enjoying together or some one wanting to go to bed earlier than others. Pictures of home are very accurate. We rented a pontoon and enjoyed diving at the home. Our granddaughters really liked jumping into the lake…a first for them. Please note…this home is definitely located far from a supermarket or restaurants. There is a great Mexican restaurant on the way to Mammoth Cave. There is also a great restaurant at the Wax Marina. Be sure to tour the cave. A simple tour is the Frozen Niagara. Our three granddaughters, including the youngest who is 3 , were able to enjoy. Highly recommend going to the water park in Bowling Green…about an hour from the house. Be sure to eat at Micki’s on Main in the historical part of town. It was excellent. Our granddaughters even liked the food a lot. One full bath meant planning for 7 people…and we did that just fine. Movie night on the large sectional in family room was terrific. My husband and I have rented many different homes and condos from VRBO over the years. This one was quite good and lived up to our expectations.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

2/10 Terrible

Elaine B.

30 Jul 2022

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

Awesome!

Great location beautiful house ! We will defiantly rent again !

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

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10/10 Excellent

Bill

26 Jul 2022

Nolin Lake Retreat

The house was outstanding. Plenty of space and very nicely decorated. The view of the lake is great and the lake itself was fantastic.

10/10 Excellent

April V.

17 Jul 2022

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

Family get away

This was a wonderful property for our extended family to spend a getaway. The house was spacious and very clean. The master bedroom was blocked off , so there was only one full bathroom, but this really wasn’t a problem. The decks overlooking the lake are amazing for viewing the sunset. We really liked having our own boat slip/dock for swimming and bringing people on and off boat. There are 150+ steps up from lake dock to house, so be ready to do a stairs workout. The couch in the basement was really comfy. Four people slept comfortably on the couch. The loft upstairs had two bunks that slept 4 people each. This house comfortably slept 16 people, using the sectional downstairs for sleeping. There are two arcade games in the loft and a fusball table for the kids. Would definitely stay here again.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melanie S.

5 Jul 2022

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Hidden Gem

House was great overall and we would definitely recommend. Indoor spaces and outdoor views did not disappoint! The lake was a fabulous surprise… clear, warm water with very few boats. We bought rafts to float on while the kids jumped off the dock/swam/fished/hunted for geodes along the bank. Kayaks would be an awesome addition to this home ;) Boys (ages 9, 12, 13, and 14) also loved the sleeping loft and sand/fire area. We were able to travel to mammoth caves and do some really fun zip lining while staying at the house. Drive to get anywhere was 30-45 minutes so pack and plan accordingly and enjoy this relaxing vaca!

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jerry W.

13 Jun 2022

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Wallace Wedding

I’ve eyed this beauty of property for a long time. So much that we decided to have our wedding there. It served its purpose more then you know. The views the layout the kindness of the owner was awesome! Picture coming soon to her phone…;)

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alex P.

31 May 2022

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Wonderful Weekend

The property was very nicely appointed - all very comfortable furniture and beds but the outdoor space is what really made the weekend! The HUGE covered decks and seating areas let us take full advantage of the great views and nature. I would definitely stay at this property again. Proximity to Mammoth Cave was great! Very pretty lake!

Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cara W.

2 Apr 2022

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

Disliked: Communication

Mammoth Cave Spring Break

We just spent 5 very relaxing nights at this home over spring break. My pre teen boys loved the bunk room and big comfy couch on the ground floor. The lake water level was low but the views were still gorgeous. The kitchen was great- fully stocked with high quality pans and utensils. The master bedroom is off limits to renters so everyone had to share the small full bathroom off of the laundry room on the ground floor. The beds are comfortable but the two downstairs bedrooms are windowless. That is truly the only downside and not really a big deal. In all, we had a great time at the house and surrounding parks. Well worth it.

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mersiha D.

13 Jan 2022

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Great place

Great property! Very spacious and comfortable l! My husband said the design team delivered on comfort! The cloud couch was a big hit!

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lanai B.

5 Aug 2021

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Great spot

We had a great time, the view was beautiful and the location was great. I wasn’t sure about the dock set up based on the listing but there is a dock, easily accessible, we rented a pontoon boat from wax marina for two days and it was nice to be able to dock the boat and go up for lunch or forgotten necessities. I was nervous about the bathroom situation since there’s only one full bath and one 1/2 but it worked out fine, I wouldn’t let that deter you from this property. The loft was awesome for the teenagers and the adults stayed in the super comfy basement, we could not hear them which was perfect. The outdoor patio and seating on the porch was awesome. There were way more amenities in the kitchen than I anticipated I way over packed. Do you keep in mind, they provide bath linens but not beach towels. I would highly recommend this house!!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas S.

18 Jun 2021

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Overall Great Property

This property was great. All of our needs were covered. The shower situation was not ideal, but was manageable and the stairs down to the dock were long but good exercise (around 300 round trip). The location was somewhat remote but that helped make it peaceful. Approximately 30 minutes to Mammoth Cave, 15 minutes to Nolin River State Park, 20 minutes to a Grocery Store, and 40 minutes to Walmart.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

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10/10 Excellent

Lisa Stout

2 Nov 2020

A Beautiful Stay

My family and I spent the weekend at Lake Nolin. The views are magnificent. The home is beautiful and very comfortable. We can’t wait to go again. My mom said it was the most relaxed she’s been in 2 years.

8/10 Good

April E.

1 Nov 2020

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Peaceful but far

It’s was nice on the Nolin lake, but a drive to anything like Mammoth Cave or groceries. It would be nice during the summer to spend all day boating and hanging on the huge deck. We did have a problem with a leaky sink that didn’t get fixed.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Vada B.

30 Sept 2020

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Great Time, Peaceful Location

The property was beautiful and clean - a perfect overlook over the lake and very peaceful. It was beautiful and had all of the amenities that we would need - fire pit, dock, lounge areas in and out of house. It was incredible.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020