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Lakeside Family Retreat at Barren River

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Living Room with fireplace and 2 sitting areas
Exterior
Terrace/patio
Outdoor spa tub
Outdoor dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 123100 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Scottsville, KY
  • Place, Barren River Lake
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Mammoth Cave National Park
    ‪40 min drive‬
  • Place, National Corvette Museum
    ‪41 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Blue Bedroom

1 Double Bed

Master

1 Queen Bed

Office with Murphy Bed

1 Queen Murphy Bed

Red Bedroom

1 Double Bed and 1 Double Bunk Bed

The Barn

4 Single Beds

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 2

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

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Shampoo

Bathroom Barn

Soap · Toilet

Master Bath

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Separate dining area

About this property

Lakeside Family Retreat at Barren River

4 Bedroom, plus loft, 3 1/2 bath house for up to 12 family members or friends with a furnished barn, including a loft, with 4 twin beds - all completely remodeled.
Fantastic for large families with gathering spaces in the well equipped kitchen, living room, screened-in porch and outside, newly repainted private deck. Kitchen table seats 12.

Hardwood floors throughout the house.
The wood-burning stove is inside the living room and enhances the coziness in colder temperatures. This is a very work-from-home-friendly place with high-speed internet throughout the home. Speakers inside and out for your music of choice. Pool table, Foosball, and space for playing lots of games inside or outside.
Firepit gathering spot adjacent to the 8-person hot tub.

No Parties, Please! No Pets.

*Note that the barn's loft is accessible by ladder and it is best enjoyed by older children or adults. The barn isn't always used and we don't keep the beds made in order to keep it fresh. Bedding is provided and easily accessible. This is the same for the Murphy bed. It will be against the wall with bedding provided, in the room, for your use.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
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
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Clean the grill if used. Grill cleaner under the kitchen sink. Please take the blue garbage container to the top of the driveway for garbage pickup.
Stack the outside cushions back in the container on the deck. Make sure the Hot Tub is covered and latched
Make sure lights and AC units are off in the barn. If you used any bedding in the loft, please remove it and leave it on the first floor of the barn
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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 and a deadlock

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Frequently asked questions

Is Lakeside Family Retreat at Barren River pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Lakeside Family Retreat at Barren River?

As of 20 Mar, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lakeside Family Retreat at Barren River on 20 May, 2026 start from S$525, 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 Lakeside Family Retreat at Barren River?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Lakeside Family Retreat at Barren River?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakeside Family Retreat at Barren River?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lakeside Family Retreat at Barren River located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from Barren River Lake and within 12 miles (20 km) of Barren River Lake State Resort Park and Scottsville Cemetery. Allen County Courthouse is 12 mi (19.4 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 6 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Team had a great time hanging out at this location.
Stayed 11 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay here was wonderful, everyone had an awesome time and the home is extremely beautiful with a lot of space for larger families. The neighbors were extremely welcoming and a joy to speak with! Our host was very inviting and met any / all issues quickly and efficiently. We will definitely be back! Thank you so much for sharing your home with us!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Aug, 2025
It was a pleasure to host your family and we love when you enjoy it so much. Please come back!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mindy G.

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

Wonderful lake vacation

Our family of 8 had a wonderful time on Barren River Lake. The house is very spacious and well appointed. The deck is enormous and a nice place to hang out. The walk to the lake is through a wooded path just two properties over. The lake is very high right now so dock access was challenging (host forewarned us!), but we were able to launch the kayaks (we brought) straight from the “beach”. The teens loved playing on the provided paddle boards in the little cove. We rented a pontoon boat for one day which was just a 15 minutes drive from the house. Also enjoyed Pages Pizza one night.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lam T.

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

Great outdoors getaway!

My friends and I loved our stay and honestly wish we stayed longer. As a city person and it being my first time in Kentucky I was unsure if I would enjoy the amount of nature around but it was so relaxing that I wished we stayed more. The deck and screened porch is a great space to hang out with friends and even work remote. I loved sitting there in the morning. The kitchen is super updated and cooking was a breeze since it has every appliance needed. Rooms and bathrooms are also very clean and beds were very comfortable. We brought our own groceries as there isn't really a big grocery near by other than Dollar General. We went to Mammoth Cave which was fun and the hot tub and fire pit was amazing after! Highly recommend this spot. Super well maintained, homey feel and very cozy!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Apr, 2025
Thank you, for choosing our retreat for your getaway. We love that you explored the area as well. There is so much to do. Please come back!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Incredible Barren River Lake Family Retreat

The property exceeded our expectations, which were high based on the great pictures. It easily lived up to everything listed, and then some. The owners, clearly go the extra mile to provide a beautiful and spacious lake home that was spacious, quiet, well appointed and extremely clean. What a fabulous spot to spend family time! The kitchen was fully stocked with all utensils and many extras, making cooking for large groups easy and enjoyable. The hot tub was a wonderful bonus, providing a relaxing experience for us to unwind and enjoy the beautiful surroundings. Some of us were in the hot tub while others were at the fire pit. We even had plenty of firewood. Plenty of little nooks, inside and out, for individuals to find a quiet spot to read, nap, or listen to music. Also, lots of room for gatherings, conversation and making memories and we hope to stay here again in the private, fun spaceWe didn't use the dock because of the rain, but it was a fairly level and easy walkIt is great to have options for rain or shine and we can't wait to book another stay! Thank you for sharing such a beautiful and comfortable space to relax and recharge.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Apr, 2025
Thank you for being one of our first VRBO guests. We would have your family back any time! It was a pleasure helping to make this a great stay!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

REBECCA d.

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

Absolutely magical stay!

Absolutely magical stay! We came with our extended family—10 of us total—and this lake house couldn’t have been more perfect. From the moment we arrived, we were blown away by how clean, beautifully maintained, and thoughtfully set up everything was. The house itself is fantastic, with cozy yet spacious rooms and those peaceful forested lake views melt our stress away. The hot tub was a total hit—whether it was morning coffee or late-night chats under the stars, we couldn’t stay out of it! We also loved paddleboarding and just floating on the lake. The kitchen was a dream—fully stocked with everything we needed (shoutout to the brand-new ice maker!) and a massive table that fit all of us comfortably for meals and game nights. It really made family time easy and fun.Our twenty-somethings basically moved into the barn the moment we arrived—and honestly, we hardly saw them part of the time, they were having that much fun and could sleep in late! Between the pool table, darts, and just having their own cool hangout space, it was like a mini-vacation within a vacation with just enough family time vs. hang out time. Meanwhile, the rest of us soaked in the quiet, sipping coffee on the screened porch & on the back deck, surrounded by a serene peacefulness.It’s rare to find a place that offers so much fun & serenity all in one place—but this one absolutely nails it. We’re already talking about coming back. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 May, 2025
I can only say “wow” and thank you. You highlighted so many of the things we love about the place. Please come back! Your 20-something’s even cleaned up after themselves. 😊

About the host

Hosted by Jennifer Mackin

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Our family has owned this home for four years, and we have worked together to make it a place where we want to spend time. Now that our kids are older, we want to share it with other families.

Why they chose this property

The neighbors mostly live here year-round and would do anything for each other. We loved the view of the lake and the easy dock access, which isn't easy to find.

What makes this property unique

There are so many areas for gathering and hanging out together, from the barn fun area, to the inside and outside sitting areas, with views out every window. Access to the dock is also special, even if you only use it to sit before swimming or other lake activities.

Languages:

English, Spanish

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