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"On the Rocks" Bourbon Trail Getaway

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1st Floor Living Room
Community Pool and Pool House
1st Floor Kitchen
Front of House
1st Floor Living Room

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 133000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor space
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

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Taylorsville, KY

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 13)

Basement Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Basement Bedroom 2

2 Queen Beds

First Floor Bedroom 2

1 Single Bunk Bed

First Floor Primary Bedroom

1 King Bed

Upper Level Bedroom

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

First Floor Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

First Floor Primary

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Upper Level

Bathtub · Toilet · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

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

About this property

"On the Rocks" Bourbon Trail Getaway

Your Ultimate Base Camp on the Kentucky Bourbon Trail

⛰️ Private Retreat | 🥃 Near Bourbon Trail | 🌲 Secluded Luxury

This property is co-hosted by Brandon and Kayla. You may speak with Cliff, Brandon, or Kayla during your stay.

Escape the ordinary and immerse yourself in the natural beauty of Kentucky’s countryside at this stunning 3,000 sq. ft. custom lake cottage, where rustic charm meets refined comfort. Whether you're planning a family reunion, a milestone celebration, a girls’ getaway, or a corporate retreat, this serene hideaway offers the space, scenery, and style to make memories that last a lifetime.

This spacious 5-bedroom, 3-bath lake cottage features a private hot tub, private jacuzzi tub, access to a sparkling community pool, hiking trails, and wildlife views—perfect for groups up to 13. Enjoy a fully equipped kitchen, arcade game, jetted tub, fireplaces, smart TVs, and balconies with partial lake views. Just 2 minutes from Taylorsville Lake Marina and 40 minutes from Louisville, it's the ultimate Bourbon Trail base camp.

Sleeps 14 | 5 Bedrooms | 3 Bathrooms | Hot Tub | Pool | Trails | Wildlife

🏡 The Home: Spacious. Stylish. Serene.

Main Level
Step into an open-concept haven with a warm country-style kitchen featuring generous counter space, a fully stocked coffee & hot chocolate bar, and a large eat-in dining area perfect for gathering around.

First Floor Primary Bedroom 1: 1 King bed, private full bathroom with combination tub/shower, and deck access

First Floor Bedroom 2: Twin bunk beds and a trundle – ideal for the kiddos (4 total twin beds)

Upper Level Bedroom: 1 King bed, entertainment lounge, smart TV, oversized jetted tub, and two balconies with peaceful partial lake views (when there are no leaves on the trees).

Walk-Out Basement
A second living space made for connection and fun.

Basement Bedroom 1: 1 King bed

Basement Bedroom 2: 2 queen beds

Spacious lounge, bar-style arcade game, and deck with private hot tub overlooking wooded tranquility.

✨ Curated Comfort & Amenities
Fully equipped kitchen

Creek stone electric fireplace

Modern furnishings & original artwork

Washer/dryer & complimentary WiFi

Plush towels & essential toiletries

Community in-ground pool, hiking trails, and abundant wildlife

🌊 Location: The Best of Both Worlds
Just 2 minutes from Taylorsville Lake Marina – perfect for boating, kayaking, and lakefront picnics – and only 40 minutes to downtown Louisville. You're right on the doorstep of the Kentucky Bourbon Trail, with distilleries, scenic drives, and hidden gems all around you.

✅ Guest-First Experience
We provide everything you need for a stress-free stay:

Digital guidebooks

Smart lock entry with codes provided before arrival

Local recommendations and on-call support throughout your stay

*Please Note: Our home is located in a beautiful and remote lakefront setting, surrounded by nature. As part of this unique environment, guests may occasionally encounter insects, wildlife, or other natural elements. While the property is professionally cleaned and treated regularly for pests, nature is always nearby — and that’s part of the experience. We do not offer refunds for any inconveniences related to these natural occurrences. We appreciate your understanding and hope you enjoy all the beauty and serenity that come with this setting.

🎉 **Don’t just visit Kentucky—**live it in comfort, style, and serenity.
Book your stay now and make this your unforgettable home base on the Bourbon Trail.

RENTAL AGREEMENT/REQUEST FOR CONTACT INFORMATION: In accordance with booking platform policy and local regulations, guests are required to provide contact information and sign all Rental Agreements within 24 hours of booking. If guests do not complete or refuse to sign the rental agreement, host reserves the right to cancel the reservation without penalty and the cancellation policy will still apply.

WIFI: All guests will be asked to enter email and phone number in order to access the free WiFi at this location. Contact confirmation is optional. In accordance with booking platform policy, we use apps to facilitate our guest experience and these apps may request contact information before, during, and after your confirmed stay.

KENTUCKY DERBY: All Kentucky Derby week/weekend reservations are non refundable, regardless of whether or not a rental agreement has been signed.

RECORDING DEVICES: Recording devices are located on the exterior of the property. Devices record audio and video and recordings are triggered by motion. Devices will be active during guests stay. Recording devices only capture views of the exterior. Guest safety and privacy are top priorities. These recording devices exist solely for the safety and security of our great guests!

NO SMOKING: Absolutely no smoking or vaping inside the home

CHECK IN: Contactless check in is available until 10 pm EST via keypad. Any guests planning to check in after 10 pm EST must notify the host in writing prior to 10 pm to make accommodations for after hours check in. The host may not be available to assist with any check in issues between 10 pm and 9 am EST

NUMBER OF GUESTS WE HOST: We expect to only host the number of people on your reservation only. For insurance and safety purposes, please make sure your reservation reflects the accurate number of people. Otherwise you may be subject to a fee and you may be asked to leave.

NOISE LEVELS: Please be mindful of noise levels at all times and be respectful of neighbors by adhering to the quiet hours.

PARTIES/EVENTS: Absolutely no parties or events are allowed without written approval from the host prior to check in.

Property manager

Cliff Hayden

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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
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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
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 first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Taylorsville

Located in Taylorsville, this cottage is on a lake. Wickland and My Old Kentucky Home State Park are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Lux Row Distillers and My Old Kentucky Home State Park Golf Course. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and ecotours nearby.
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Taylorsville, KY

Getting around

  • Louisville, KY (LOU-Bowman Field) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Hometown Pizza - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Papa John's Pizza - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does "On the Rocks" Bourbon Trail Getaway! have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is "On the Rocks" Bourbon Trail Getaway! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at "On the Rocks" Bourbon Trail Getaway!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at "On the Rocks" Bourbon Trail Getaway!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is "On the Rocks" Bourbon Trail Getaway! located?

This family-friendly Taylorsville cottage is located on a lake, within 2 mi (3 km) of Taylorsville Lake and Taylorsville Lake State Park. The Outlet Shoppes of the Bluegrass and Beckley Creek Park are also within 20 miles (32 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 39 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 39 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 39 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 39 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 39 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Remington S.

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

Great location, great house!

Clean and spacious, we had a group of 9 and it was more than enough. Great place.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tammy C.

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

Bourbon trail

Great location for bourbon trail
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg F.

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

Weekend getaway with friends

Great location so close to Taylorsville Lake Marina. Liked that it had secured entry and parking for my boat trailer. Centrally located between Louisville and Bardstown
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin & Jolene H.

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

Accurate description/easy process

Property was as advertised, easy to check in/out. Great communication!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nick L.

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

Nice place

Nice place
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dan R.

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

Holiday Family Get-Together

Was a great house for our family get together of 11 adults. Plenty of common space on the first level and the kitchen table was easily able to seat 8 people for meals and games. The arcade gaming system in the basement was a lot of fun with 100's of vintage games. The hot tub worked well and was enjoyable even in the rain as it is protected by the deck overhead. Good sleeping arrangements. As mentioned in other reviews - there is no bathroom on the walk-out basement level which may not be the most convenient for the 6 people sleeping on that level. Location was quite good and the resort was quiet with perfect access to plenty of hiking/walking trails.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Great place

Everything about this experience was great. Great place. Great location. Management was super helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathy E.

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

Plenty of room for everyone!

Beautiful home, plenty of room for 10 adults. Shuffleboard table on the deck was lots of fun! Owner was easy to work with and was quick to respond when there were a few minor issues during our stay. Beds were comfortable -- even the twin bed that 2 adults shared because there wasn't a full or queen bed in one of the rooms. However, overall, this was a wonderful property that I'd recommend. Only drawback was the open bathroom concept in the master bedroom -- spa tub was unusable for showering before the wedding we were all attending haha
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lea H.

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

wonderful

The cottage was so beautiful and clean and beds were so comfortable. We took 3 families and we had tons of room. Cottage is right next to the pool. We also rented a boat which was great. Cliff was super nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

2/10 Terrible

Brad B., Lexington

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

Overpriced and Dirty

First off we tried to contact the owner by email and phone call before the visit and no response. We arrived at the property looked around and at first glance it looked ok. Started opening drawers and found mouse droppings, had to wash all of the dishes before we could use them. Opened the hot tub and found slime around the side. Windows were full of spiders and you couldn’t see out of them they were so dirty. Closed the bathroom door and the cleaning person forgot to clean back there. Tried to use the grill that was on the back deck and it didn’t get hot enough to cook our food so we had to take it off the grill and inside to a pan. Time for bed. My daughter pulled the sheets down and there was blood on the sheets not only down stairs but in the upstairs bedrooms also. Tried to put towels in the dryer to dry them and the door was broken, would not close! Couldn’t close the dryer and the washer door wouldn’t open. Overall it was a nice house if someone would take care of it and clean it and for sure check it out before renting it out. Nice family weekend but BB couldn’t wait to get out of that nasty house. Thank goodness we didn’t have any real issues because the renter never returned our email or phoned us back. Overpriced for sure!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

John T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cyndi R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paula D.

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

Great for what we needed!

There were 4 couples and one child and it was great for what we needed! Kitchen was amply stocked. Plenty of bedrooms and places to spread out. Hot tub was nice and video games were a hit.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Karla & Jon B.

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

A home for the Holiday

We enjoyed this nice home over Thanksgiving. The bedroom/bed situation was well suited for our family of 9 (even though there was no bath on the lower level). Having linens & towels supplied was really helpful too. The kitchen space was great and the equipment was adequate (most food was made prior to coming) but an 8 qt stock pot would help for cooking pasta, etc. We enjoyed the privacy of the location and had a lovely hike on the trail down to the lake on thanksgiving morning. Overall, a nice home for our holiday.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Travis P., South Lyon

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

Great stay

Overall a great stay with plenty of room for 10 people
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Hilary F., Minneapolis, MN

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

Perfect central location for Derby and Bourbon Trail

My husband and I shared this house with another couple for a bourbon and Kentucky Derby trip. Location was perfect. The neighborhood was quiet and peaceful even though there were other Derby revealers at houses across the street. The community pool is very close to this house - could make for some noise if kids were around but it was still closed when we stayed so can’t say if that would be bothersome. The house is nice and comfortable - not sparkling clean but decent. Beds were comfy and there was great plenty lounging/sitting space in the common areas for us. The property a manager was very easy to reach and check in and out were both super easy.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Lori S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Kentucky Christmas

Our family had fun at this vacation property on the bourbon trail. The location was great and the house was a good fit for our family
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Paul H.

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

Staying in Taylorsville

The house is good size for 10 people. Most of the amenities are the same as website described. We have a wonderful time there. Few things needs to improve: DVD player needs a HDMI cable. A few light bulbs were dead. Fireplace didn’t work Arcade machines shoot button doesn’t work
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bill B., Perrysburg

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

Bourbon Trail getaway

Great central location for Bourbon Trail. This property had everything we wanted and needed for 4 couples to enjoy our stay
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

6/10 Okay

Vicki B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

A/C Problems, Dirty Decks

The location of this property is really convenient. The little town of Taylorsville is close and has plenty of amenities. The pool is right next door and the lake views, not from this house, but up and down the road are very pretty. It had plenty of room for all of us. Now the problems. When we arrived the glass front door closing mechanism was off and the door was wide open and could not be closed....not the wood door. A trundle bed was broken and the upper bunk box spring had material hanging down toward the lower bunk. The outside decks were filthy. The one off of the kitchen area had a board that had warped and was lifted an inch or so on one end. No one would want to go out there. I contacted Cliff the property manager and he did have the maintenance crew out the next day to repair and clear all of the above to our satisfaction. However the deck on the ground level did not get cleaned and it was really bad with spider webs and dead leaves and just dirty. Like someone else mentioned, it seems a little strange that there is no bathroom on the bottom floor, but that certainly is not property management issue. Now for our main problem. The A/C. The bottom floor was very cool, I am not sure what the temp was down there. The main floor....Kitchen, living room, 2 bathrooms and 2 bedrooms was hot. It never got below 78 on the thermostat on this floor. Upstairs is a bedroom with a bathroom. This room was unbearable. Cliff sent someone to change the filter the on the AC. That did nothing to help. The A/C unit froze up several times and we were asked to turn the A/C off until it thawed. This we did twice and the unit froze up again. This problem was not addressed for us. Cliff said the unit was new and was just replace a few weeks back. He did offer to send the A/C repair co but at 5pm the repair co. still had 3 calls to make, so I declined for that evening. The next morning we were leaving. We did enjoy our stay. Thankfully we were gone during the hottest part of the days that we were there.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Molly M.

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

Family boating trip

We have a great time. Plenty of room to spread out in the house. Lake time was great and the pool was a nice way to finish the day.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021

6/10 Okay

Deborah M.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

A mixed review

Pluses: The property itself was modern, roomy, well stocked, and close to the pool and clubhouse. Minus: No half bath in the basement sleeping and seating area. Those sleeping downstairs had to come upstairs to use a toilet. This is not the best in the middle of the night. Cleanliness: Mouse droppings were in the sheets that were on one of the queen beds downstairs. Photo was taken, and the management crew responded, came over, and remade the bed with clean sheets. It was a cold weekend, and we needed blankets; the management team gave us a code to get blankets from a basement storage room. There were mouse droppings all over that room. Bedding was stored in the open, not in plastic containers. Management brought additional bedding in plastic containers and many mousetraps. We got the feeling that they thought we were being picky since they asked where we were from. Eight of the people who stayed (2 adults and 6 children) spent time in the hot tub. After the weekend, all 8 had red spots all over their torsos. The 3 who had not gotten in the hot tub had no red spots. After an Internet search, we diagnosed ourselves with hot tub folliculitis because the spots looked like the image online. One of the children had bad itching. After finding the treatment (new filter, sterilizing with bleach), I emailed the management company and told them about the problem, gave the treatment recommendations, and attached a picture of my granddaughter's torso. I did not hear anything back. Because of our experience, we would be very hesitant to return or recommend the site without knowing that all issues had been taken care of. As a family of 11, we have stayed in a lot of different houses and never had an experience like this.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ross C.

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

Excellent

Great guys trip, exactly as pictured
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

j d.

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

Family and friends weekend

We enjoyed our stay. The house met our needs perfectly.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth P.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

New Year’s 2021

Great stay! Enjoyed the location and the house was big enough to accommodate our group comfortably. Thanks for helping us celebrate the New Year!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2020

About the host

Hosted by Cliff Hayden

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Why they chose this property

Great place to relax and enjoy relaxing times with family and friends.

Languages:

English