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8/10 Good
Ronald B.
16 Oct, 2025
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Ronald B.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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John Fitch Cottage, 1BR - Patio - Downtown
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9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
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1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 2820 sq ft
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Bardstown, KY
- Place, My Old Kentucky Home State Park5 min walk
- Place, Bardstown Civil War Museum6 min walk
- Place, Bardstown Art Gallery6 min walk
- Airport, Louisville, KY (SDF-Louisville Intl.)48 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 2)
Master Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Spa
Shower only · Jetted bathtub
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
John Fitch Cottage, 1BR - Patio - Downtown
John Fitch is a cozy cottage that has everything you to need to feel at home while enjoying the Kentucky Bourbon Trail. Located two blocks from the court square downtown Historic Bardstown the 1890's Salt Box style cottage has been fully restored. An open floor plan design concept features a living room/dining room combination. The cottage has it's original red oak hardwood flooring.
The Master Bedroom has a High Four Post Queen Bed with a pillowtop mattress, luxurious linens and a flat screen TV on the wall.
The Bathroom features a shower and off the bathroom is a Garden size jacuzzi tub in a spa-like setting.
We have a kitchenette with a microwave, fridge with ice/water on the door, toaster and coffee maker. We provide several types of coffee and tea. Also we leave a snack basket with lots of goodies!
Sip on our famous Bourbon Coffee in the morning or enjoy your favorite Bourbon Cocktail in adirondack chairs on the back patio under the twinkle lights....Cheers!
The Master Bedroom has a High Four Post Queen Bed with a pillowtop mattress, luxurious linens and a flat screen TV on the wall.
The Bathroom features a shower and off the bathroom is a Garden size jacuzzi tub in a spa-like setting.
We have a kitchenette with a microwave, fridge with ice/water on the door, toaster and coffee maker. We provide several types of coffee and tea. Also we leave a snack basket with lots of goodies!
Sip on our famous Bourbon Coffee in the morning or enjoy your favorite Bourbon Cocktail in adirondack chairs on the back patio under the twinkle lights....Cheers!
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 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
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Bardstown
Located in Bardstown, this cottage is in the city centre. Fine Arts Bardstown Society and Bardstown Art Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at My Old Kentucky Home State Park Golf Course and Heaven Hill Bourbon Heritage Center. Shaq & Coco and At Mary's are also worth visiting. Swimming offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
Bardstown, KY
What's nearby
- My Old Kentucky Home State Park - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
- Bardstown Civil War Museum - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
- Bardstown Art Gallery - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
- Spalding Hall - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
- Oscar Getz Museum of Whiskey - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 17 min walk
- Burger King - 3 min drive
- Lee's Famous Recipe Chicken - 3 min drive
- Wendy's - 2 min drive
- Dairy Queen - 3 min drive
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Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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10/10 Excellent
Julie B.
20 Oct, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Julie B.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Kamelia F.
5 Sept, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kamelia F.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Jeff K.
30 Jul, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Was a great experience
Jeff K.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent
Donna M.
28 Jun, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay
Donna M.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent
Travey B.
21 Feb, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Great place to stay
Travey B.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
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10/10 Excellent
Joyce L.
8 Sept, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Joyce L.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Leonard M.
16 Apr, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location and wonderful property
Leonard M.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Amy F.
23 Mar, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It Was Lovely
Amy F.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Allison H.
16 Sept, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely stay
Allison H.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Miranda H.
5 Jul, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute Cottage with HUGE Tub
Miranda H.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Amy B.
10 Dec, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Christmas in Bardstown
Amy B.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Lesa S.
19 Aug, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy Cottage
Lesa S.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent
Shawna H.
23 Oct, 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute cottage. Close to downtown Bardstown shops and resturants.
Shawna H.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Carol G.
20 May, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great close walking distance to shops & restaurants
Carol G.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
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10/10 Excellent
Amy M.
27 Jul, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Little Cozy Cottage
Amy M.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent
Kevin C.
30 Sept, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bourbon Festival
Kevin C.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent
Cathy H.
28 Sept, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A vacation gem in Bardstown
Cathy H.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent
Norma F.
4 Oct, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Anniversary Trip
Norma F.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent
Don P.
2 Jun, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic
Don P.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent
Ellen P.
20 Jul, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cottage
Ellen P.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent
Barbara M.
1 Jun, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful
Barbara M.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent
Gordon N.
13 Sept, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful place to stay in Bardstown
Gordon N.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Valerie S.
1 Jul, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome place in great location
Valerie S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Melanie D.
12 Nov, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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Melanie D.
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About the host
Hosted by Margaret Sue Masters
Hello, I am Margaret Sue Masters and along with my husband, Michael Masters known as "The Colonel", we bought and restored the John Fitch Cottage in 2006. We have been in the hospitality business for over 20 years in Bardstown. We have revived and restored 4 cottages for vacation rentals in the Historic district of downtown Bardstown.
In 2004 we purchased the Chapeze House, circa 1787, downtown off the court square. In 2010 we converted that property into the Kentucky Bourbon House, a Boutique Hotel with charming private suites. Inside the Kentucky Bourbon House Bourbon Bar we conduct 2 classes: Bourbon University and Bourbon Mixology twice daily Mon-Sat. We also host intimate wedding ceremonies and elopement packages. Couple can choose to marry inside in the elegant parlor or the formal garden outside that makes up the back yard.
Come and Experience our "Hospitality Kentucky Style"...….
In 2004 we purchased the Chapeze House, circa 1787, downtown off the court square. In 2010 we converted that property into the Kentucky Bourbon House, a Boutique Hotel with charming private suites. Inside the Kentucky Bourbon House Bourbon Bar we conduct 2 classes: Bourbon University and Bourbon Mixology twice daily Mon-Sat. We also host intimate wedding ceremonies and elopement packages. Couple can choose to marry inside in the elegant parlor or the formal garden outside that makes up the back yard.
Come and Experience our "Hospitality Kentucky Style"...….
Why they chose this property
We bought the John Fitch Cottage because of its charm and its close proximity to downtown Bardstown. The large back lot attached to the cottage was very appealing because of the privacy it provided. This cottage was built in 1850 and it a wonderful example of a 2 room cabin. It has the original hardwood floors and the board and batten ceiling. Originally it was heated with a coal stove and in 1960 it was converted to gas heaters. We bought the cottage in 2006 and made an open concept design so the cottage would have a great room with a combination of living and dining spaces. We put in a new central heat and air unit.
What makes this property unique
The John Fitch Cottage is named after the street that it resides on. John Fitch is a very famous though Robert Fulton was given credit as the inventor of the Steamboat, years later it was determined that John Fitch was the TRUE inventor. There is a wonderful monument right off the court square!
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