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Charming studio apartment 30 min from the Ark Encounter

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Location
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Exceptional

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

Parking available
Kitchen
Outdoor space
Free WiFi

Explore the area

Union, KY

Big Bone Lick State Historic Site
‪16 min drive‬
Big Bone Lick State Park
‪16 min drive‬
Florence Speedway
‪17 min drive‬
Cincinnati, OH (CVG-Cincinnati - Northern Kentucky Intl.)
‪33 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Futon and 1 Queen Bed

Common area 1

1 Queen Bed

Common area 2

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Kitchenette

Outdoor play area

About this property

Charming studio apartment 30 min from the Ark Encounter

A charming boho 2nd Floor studio apartment with kitchen, bathroom and double deck where you can relax and enjoy incredible views of iconic Kentucky hills. Located halfway between the Ark and the Creation Museum, and 10 minutes from Big Bone State Park. Private entrance - located up a flight of stairs - above the garage

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Amenities

Kitchen

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 9 kg per pet (limit one pet total)

No Pit bulls

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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Union

Located in Union, this apartment is in a rural area. Lassing Pointe Golf Course and Meadowood Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Florence Antique Mall and Florence Mall. Cabin Arts Quilt Shop and Adventure Bay are also worth visiting.

Union, KY

What's nearby

Big Bone Lick State Historic Site - 16 min drive - 8.9 km
Big Bone Lick State Park - 16 min drive - 9.2 km
Florence Speedway - 17 min drive - 14.7 km
Florence Mall - 22 min drive - 16.7 km
Creation Museum - 36 min drive - 30.1 km

Getting around

Cincinnati Union Terminal - 35 min drive
Cincinnati-Northern Kentucky Int'l Airport (CVG) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬16 min drive
‪McDonald's - ‬17 min drive
‪Dairy Queen - ‬16 min drive
‪Starbucks - ‬15 min drive
‪Taco Bell - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming studio apartment 30 min from the Ark Encounter pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Charming studio apartment 30 min from the Ark Encounter?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming studio apartment 30 min from the Ark Encounter?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Charming studio apartment 30 min from the Ark Encounter located?

Situated in a rural location, this apartment building is within 6 miles (10 km) of Big South Fork, Ohio River and Union Park. Big Bone Lick State Historic Site and Big Bone Lick State Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Angela P.

9 Jun, 2025

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

Beautiful country property! Quiet, clean and perfect for our stay between the Creation Museum and the Ark Encounter.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Candy C.

22 May, 2025

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

Peaceful and beautiful

We had an incredible stay! It was charming, peaceful, quiet, and perfectly located for our adventures! Would definitely stay again! Very very clean!

Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph A.

27 May, 2025

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

Cute getaway spot!

Cute little studio apartment, just as depicted, in a quiet neighborhood with easy access to the city while still retaining that country feel. The place was up to date and very clean. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay!

Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan H.

17 May, 2025

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

Best By Far

This stay was so much more than expected! Reta was the best host. Everything was very clean and tastefully decorated. The location is close to everything and the property grounds are gorgeous! We enjoyed sitting on the deck and having coffee each morning. We went to The Ark Encounter and Creation Museum. We also took in a Reds game. It was one of our best trips ever! Thanks again Reta for a wonderful stay!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

14 Jun, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

Nice place to stay

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brandon B.

13 Oct, 2024

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

Great Place!

This was a great place to stay. The Host was wonderful, the wildlife was great and the place was clean!

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

The Coffee Swilling Iowan

16 Sept, 2024

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

We loved this place!

We were in town for the Ark and Creation museum and loved staying here. Everything was super clean, it was easy to check in, and we were extremely happy with our experience. We definitely recommend this spot.

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

kelly r.

17 Aug, 2024

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

Had a great time!

Loved the property and owners were very easy to work with!

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen J.

20 Oct, 2024

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

Charming Studio

Very neat, clean, well maintained and comfortable. We enjoyed our stay!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim B.

27 Aug, 2024

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

Quaint and Cozy

We enjoyed our stay very much! It was perfect for visiting The Ark and Creation Museum. Absolutely beautiful property.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawn S.

1 Aug, 2024

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

Home away from Home

We loved staying at the Forestview Retreat! It was clean, cozy, and close to our destinations at the Ark Encounter and the Creation Museum. The hosts were very friendly and we’d love to return if we come this way again.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bret J.

9 Jul, 2024

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

Trip to the Ark and Creation Museum

Location was great! Nice and quite.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bonni B.

8 Sept, 2024

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

Forest View Retreat

Clean, peaceful, and cozy. Nice location a few minutes from the city between Creation Museum and Ark Encounter. Cincinnati zoo and other options quick drive too. Easy check in and great host.

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Annie C.

3 Jun, 2024

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

Weekend trip to see the ARK with my mom

We had a great stay here! Not one complaint! The apartment is cozy and so peaceful! I would highly recommend!

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

R W.

8 May, 2024

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

Very Relaxing

My wife and I stayed for two nights, and we wish we could have stayed longer. The apartment offers privacy and solitude. We will definitely stay here again.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ben O.

8 Jul, 2024

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

Peaceful anniversary getaway

This was the perfect property for our anniversary trip. It offered a lot of privacy in a quiet neighborhood. And being an excellent midpoint between the Creation Museum and the Ark Encounter is no exaggeration. We also enjoyed it being relatively close to a lot of great local restaurants. The host even provided great recommendations for us to try out! We highly recommend this property!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katherine U.

4 Apr, 2024

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

Relaxing, beautiful and well thought out

Our hosts were awesome and we loved everything about the stay. Everything is well thought out to the last detail. Would highly recommend to anyone!

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Doug P.

10 May, 2023

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

Wonderful VRBO

We really enjoyed our stay—beautiful location!! Close to Ark and Creation Museum which we would recommend. Apartment was very nice, clean, appropriately stocked, and in a peaceful country neighborhood.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan J.

22 Jun, 2023

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

Perfect location for our plans

This was the perfect location to visit the Creation Museum and Ark Encounter. It has amazing view of owners vast property. Loft was clean, quiet, and had everything that you will need for a home-like stay. We enjoyed our stay very much.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dani

8 Jun, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

The apartment is so charming and the surroundings are pastoral. Beautiful and relaxing! It is the perfect stay while visiting the Ark Encounter and Creation Museum.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

6 May, 2024

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

Quiet, peaceful stay

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in this quiet neighborhood. The studio apartment was very clean and the back deck was a nice place to sit and read. We visited Cincinnati and also the Ark Encounter and spent our evenings and nights relaxing at this great apartment. Highly recommended!

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary S.

30 Mar, 2024

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

Quiet and rural

cozy and comfortable

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas W.

26 Jun, 2023

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

5-star across the board!

It was outstanding, very comfortable , super clean, location was perfect. Enjoyed it to the max! Our host does a great job! 5 Stars for this perfect place to stay!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Keith H.

9 Sept, 2023

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

Creation museum and Ark encounter museum

The property was very clean, bright and cheery, had a great view off of the deck!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephen H.

11 Oct, 2023

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

Simply Gorgeous!

Beautiful property, beautiful studio with all you need to be able to call it "HOME away HOME! The host very accommodating and very nice and easy to talk to. My wife and I enjoyed our stay here. Definitely the place to stay when in Kentucky!

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023