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Kentucky River Cottages ~ Featured on the Live Well Network's Sweet Retreats!

Riverside cottage with kitchen and balcony

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View of the outside of the Cottages
Our deck overlooking the Kentucky River, a perfect spot for an intimate wedding.
The first floor sitting area with a door overlooking the front lawn
1st Floor suite country kitchen
Our second floor bedroom has a large deck, perfect for entertaining.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
3 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 152000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Lexington, KY
  • Place, Grimes Mill Winery
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Jean Farris Winery & Bistro
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Lexington Sporting Club Youth Complex
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Lexington, KY (LEX-Blue Grass)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 15)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds and 2 Double Futons

Bedroom 2

2 Double Futons and 2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 3

2 Queen Beds

Other (See Description)

+1
5 Single Beds

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Kentucky River Cottages ~ Featured on the Live Well Network's Sweet Retreats!

** Featured on the Live Well Network's Sweet Retreats!!** Our three suite cottage is nestled right across the The Palisades, where your view is spectacular year round.

Kentucky River Cottages is located within a few miles of Boone's Trace (an 18 Hole Championship Golf Course), Jean Farris Winery and Bistro (a family owned vineyard winery), Boone Creek Canopy tour (zipline tours) Boonesborough State Park, and the Kentucky Horse Park.

We have direct river access and canoe and kayak rentals are available within five miles for a wonderful river adventure.

There are three separate suites, each with their own bedroom, bathroom, and kitchen areas. Check our website for availability.

As one guest describes it, 'nothing can compare to the excellent accommodations and peaceful surroundings we truly enjoyed in this cottage by the river...to wake up to an October Fall Morning with the leaves falling and gentle breezes will stay in our memories and the many picture we took for many years to come...thank-you for making our stay truly remarkable.'

Keywords: Cottage, Rustic, peaceful, river, family

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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
Only 1 dog allowed on the 1st floor w/ $50pet fee
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Ashtrays available for outside smoking

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 fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Lexington

Located in Lexington, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. White Hall State Historic Site and Fort Boonesborough State Park are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Hamburg Pavilon and Hamburg Place. Lexington Ice Center and Hummel Planetarium are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Lexington, KY

What's nearby

  • Grimes Mill Winery - 3 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Jean Farris Winery & Bistro - 4 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Lexington Sporting Club Youth Complex - 5 min drive - 10.5 km
  • Raven Run Nature Sanctuary - 8 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Hamburg Place - 10 min drive - 19.9 km

Getting around

  • Lexington, KY (LEX-Blue Grass) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Love's Travel Stop - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Boonedogs - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Arby's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Apollo's Pizza - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Kentucky River Cottages ~ Featured on the Live Well Network's Sweet Retreats! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Kentucky River Cottages ~ Featured on the Live Well Network's Sweet Retreats!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Kentucky River Cottages ~ Featured on the Live Well Network's Sweet Retreats!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Kentucky River Cottages ~ Featured on the Live Well Network's Sweet Retreats!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Kentucky River Cottages ~ Featured on the Live Well Network's Sweet Retreats! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is 3 mi (4.8 km) from Grimes Mill Winery and within 6 miles (10 km) of Jean Farris Winery & Bistro and Raven Run Nature Sanctuary. Boone Station State Historic Site and White Hall State Historic Site are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 43 out of 46 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 46 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 46 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 46 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 46 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Diane R.

Very nice place

All of us enjoyed the accommodations. There was an issue which was quickly repaired and resolved.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

Chuck and Diana F.

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

Awesome Cottage and Awesome Owners

This place was perfect for our mini family reunion. Each family could gather together at a common area yet still have their own private place to relax at night. The owners were absolute awesome hosts! The Kentucky River views from this cottage are breathtaking!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Michele S.

Quaint river setting, close to many activities

Besides the quaint cottage being a perfect fit for our extended-family visit (5 adults, 5 kids), Ralph & Brenda treated us to a boat ride on the river, fishing and stories of the area. Tranquil view of the river and palisades for the grown ups. Big yard to run and hot tub for the kids. We found plenty of family-friendly activities in a 2 to 60 minute radius -- Kentucky Horse Park, Boonesbough State Park and Shaker Village. Dinner at Proud Mary's is a must. So much more to see in the area. Hope to be back again soon.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Colin D., Ann Arbor, MI

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

Great peaceful getaway

It's a cute cabin right on the Kentucky river. And on the other side is a river wall. It's a beautiful sight and the cabin has 3 decks to view it from! The cabin is actually 3 apartments which is perfect for groups because everyone has space and independence. There is also a nice hot tub under a gazebo. Brenda and her husband Ralph are kind and accommodating. I will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

cynthia H.

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

Girls weekend

We had a wonderful time. The view is breathtaking. Easy check in and hosts were amazing if we needed anything. They even took us on a pontoon boat ride.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Tom H., Grand Rapids

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

Beauty all around!

This is such a beautiful house (inside and out) in a beautiful spot. Highly recommended! Brenda was super friendly, accommodating, and easy to work work with. This property is especially good if you have a few (2-3) sub-units in your group. Each unit can have their own floor, and then there is plenty of large group gathering space outside.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Brende L.

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

Great getaway!

This sweet cottage is only minutes from Lexington or Richmond but secluded enough to feel like you have gotten away from it all. My family could not get enough of the beautiful river views. We will definitely come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Phillip O.

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

Charming Stay

The river cottage was perfect for our stay in Kentucky. All three floors were great, but the ground floor was a little stuffy at times. Brenda was great to work with.

10/10 Excellent

Robin M.

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

Gator/Kentucky football game weekend

The entire experience was amazing. The house and property were way better than expected. The location right on the river definitely made for a pleasant stay. Will be returning!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Julie J.

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

Amazing

AMAZING!!!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Oh that view

This place has an amazing view. The house was clean and my bed was very comfy. Met the owner and she is such a nice lady. Would recommend this property in a heartbeat.

10/10 Excellent

William D.

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

Nice location, good atmosphere, great for a weekend with friends

The property was very pretty, the place was well furnished. We enjoyed the fire pit and the hot tub. It’s an ideal spot for a nice get together with friends. The location can accommodate more people than your average cottage / cabin. Would recommend.

10/10 Excellent

Natalie B., Jackson

Nice country setting with plenty of room

We enjoyed our weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kathy R.

awesome

Just as smooth as could be. Beautiful place. Loved it!!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Byron C.

Comfy, quirky house right on the Kentucky River

I rented this entire house for a weekend with several old friends and it worked out perfectly. The house is broken up into three separate apartments, which gave us each some private space, but also has good space for gathering in the middle apartment and on the expansive porch and huge yard. The view of the Kentucky River was a real plus, and we enjoyed playing horseshoes and cornhole. The neighborhood was very quiet (except maybe for us). Internet worked great. We didn't try the hot tub or the TV. We had a great time at the Proud Mary BBQ restaurant right up the road. Also, the property owner was very responsive to questions and requests.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Ronald B.

It's all in the details

From the beautiful ferns and coleus to the horseshoe pits, every feasible detail was impeccable. We will definitely be back multiple times. So peaceful, pleasant, and homey.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Amazing Place to Stay!!

Home was completely ready for our arrival. Had a great time enjoying the view of the cliffs and river. Everything went great and Ellen was awesome to work with. Thank you for making our family vacation even more amazing!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Tony R.

Highly recommended

We had 10 guys stay and everybody absolutely loved it. The property is very easy to get to from the interstate and there is so much room on the property for activities. I would highly recommend this place to anybody looking for somewhere in the area.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Pam G., North Carolina

THE best!

We arrived on Thursday for my son's graduation from EKU on Friday (it was about a 15 minute drive there). Despite the rain, it was beautiful both inside & outside the cottages. We came from NC & rented out all 3 floors. Brenda & Ralph were THE best hosts ever - thought of everything. Tents, charcoal grills (had a cook out Friday evening with the rain), tables & chairs, music system for the guys to use, even extra flower vases. She offered suggestions on great restaurants (there was a notebook in each cottage with more information as well), also gave me directions to Costco. We all had a wonderful time with family & friends & would come back here in a heart beat if we find ourselves in the Lexington/Richmond area again.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Michael P.

Peaceful location on the river

Spent kentucky derby week at the cottage with my family. We rented the whole cottage and had an amazing time! Location was perfect,price was very reasonable compared to other VRBO,Air b&b properties we have rented. Plenty of room for the grandkids to run around and play. Owners were warm and welcoming and responded immediately to a minor leak issue. I would highly recommend this property and plan on returning soon.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful Place on the River

Our youngest of three sons was getting married at The Castle Post. We needed a place that would allow the immediate family (mom, dad, brothers and spouses) to be together when necessary and provide privacy when desired. We also wanted a place that was conveniently located, quiet, and relaxing. This place met all of our requirements. It is close to town for restaurants, grocery stores, shopping, area attractions, events, etc., yet remote enough to provide peace and tranquility while relaxing on the banks of the river or soaking in the hot tub. The three floors are fully contained units with all the amenities. The hosts were pleasant, knowledgeable, and accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Peaceful and relaxing

My family and I stayed here for a weekend. We had a great time. We rented the first and second floor. They were both clean and had everything we needed for our stay. There is a book with all of the restaurants, churches, hospitals and attractions nearby. A nice touch.The view is pretty amazing. We enjoyed corn hole, horseshoes, the fire pit and the hot tub. We appreciated all the little touches to make our stay comfortable. We will definitely be staying again!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Lauren A.

VERY RELAXING AND ALOT OF FUN!

Our family had all 3 levels.We had all ages from 2years to 55 and everyone had a great time. We had an awesome experience. We booked very last minute literally a few days before the trip. Brenda was very accommodating, we felt like we were at home. Thank you so much! We will definitely be back!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne J., Franklin, Indiana

Perfect cottage and setting!

Brenda, Thank you for providing such a wonderful stay. The scenery was so beautiful, and the cottage was everything we needed for our weekend. We appreciated your recommendation of the Jean Farris Winery; the food was excellent. The cottage, while feeling like we were miles from any city, was very conveniently located close to everything. I have sent pictures to all of my family because I want them to go down and enjoy your beautiful place, as well! We are planning to return next Spring.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Gordon B.

Perfect cottage on the river

We stayed on the 2nd floor and the view of the river is beautiful! Everything was perfect about our stay. The owner greeted us and took us for a ride in their pontoon boat which showed us the beautiful Kentucky River! It is convenient to everything and we loved it. Hope to return soon! If you are reading this review and trying to decide whether to stay here, save yourself some time and book it now, it doesn't get any better!

About the host

Hosted by Brenda Oldfield

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My husband and I love to fish and boat on the Kentucky River as well as enjoy the many country side beauties of our scenic state. Entertaining our family and friends with southern style hospitality is very important to us. We also love people and want to provide a place for others to experience the beauty of the outdoors and nature.

Why they chose this property

We purchased this three acre piece of property to have easy access to the river for boating and fishing. Though the house needed to be completely remodeled and the surrounding area cleaned, the view was overwhelmingly beautiful and made all the hard work worth it. The property is located 10 minutes from Lexington and 1 mile from Exit 99 of I-75 off of Ky 2328, so it is easy for visitors to locate when traveling in the scenic Bluegrass.

What makes this property unique

We love to stay at this property as the accommodations are private facing the Kentucky River with a spring-fed waterfall and stairs leading the the river's edge for easy access to fishing and boating. It is very relaxing for us to unwind in the gazebo hot-tub which looks out over the river or just sit on the deck and enjoy all of natures wonderful sounds.
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