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Historic 5BR BnB w/Pool, River Views & Event Space
Riverside holiday home with private pool and kitchen
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Reviews
9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 147000 sq ft
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Explore the area
Carrollton, KY
- Place, General Butler State Resort Park14 min walk
- Place, Jefferson Community and Technical College3 min drive
- Place, Clifty Falls State Park33 min drive
Rooms & beds
5 bedrooms (sleeps 14)
4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bathroom 2
Bathroom 3
Bathroom 4
Bathroom 5
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Historic 5BR BnB w/Pool, River Views & Event Space
This historic property was constructed in 1923 by industry magnate RM Barker. The 7,000 SF mansion includes 5 bedrooms, 5 baths, an elegant dining room, 2 offices, great room, a 40ft solarium, kitchen, and more. The five-acre property is perched on a bluff overlooking the Ohio River. Columnated porches, a 4,000 SF hardscaped patio with heated pool, gazebo, and fire pit make relaxation impossible to resist. Perfect for a company retreat, a weekend away, or family gathering.
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Amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Breakfast available
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 14
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
About the area
Carrollton
Located in Carrollton, this holiday home is on a river. Schofield House and Dr. William Hutching's Office & Hosptal are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Smugglers Cove and Thomas Family Winery. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Kentucky Speedway or Zeddies Tennis Center. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Carrollton, KY
What's nearby
- General Butler State Resort Park - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
- Carroll County Memorial Hospital - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
- Jefferson Community and Technical College - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
- Historic District - 30 min drive - 28.5 km
- Clifty Falls State Park - 33 min drive - 31.4 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 6 min drive
- HOS Coffee - 16 min walk
- Casey's General Store - 18 min walk
- Papa John's Pizza - 7 min walk
- Mi Viejo - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Lacey W.
Why they chose this property
A National and State Historic Register 5-acre estate, constructed in 1923, Richlawn's original design in creative eclectic delivers a customized experience for every stay and event.
Historic Mansion. Built in 1923 by industry magnate RM Barker, the majestic home has been a fixture in the Carrolton community for generations. The high pitched roof is a gothic feature, the stucco façade and tile roof, Mediterranean. The over 7,000 square foot mansion consists of 5 bedrooms, and 4.5 baths and features an elegant dining room, great room, and a 40ft solarium overlooking the active Ohio river.
Shoreline. A limestone staircase winds through an acre of river cliffs, leading to Barker's Beach--a sandy area along the Ohio River.
Scenic Overlook. Perched on a bluff sixty feet above the water, affording timeless views of the river as it winds through the green hills of Indiana and Kentucky.
River Terrace. Wrapped around the solarium and columnated porches, the river terrace provides over 4,000 sf of hardscaped patios, including an elegant pool, gazebo, and koi pond. This natural setting provides the perfect venue to enjoy time with colleagues or family, or celebrate your special evening as the moonlight reflects on the vast expanses of the Ohio.
Manicured Grounds. With over five acres of property, there are multiple backdrops for your stay or special event, and wherever you choose, you and your guests will have plenty or room to stroll about and enjoy the grounds.
Historic Mansion. Built in 1923 by industry magnate RM Barker, the majestic home has been a fixture in the Carrolton community for generations. The high pitched roof is a gothic feature, the stucco façade and tile roof, Mediterranean. The over 7,000 square foot mansion consists of 5 bedrooms, and 4.5 baths and features an elegant dining room, great room, and a 40ft solarium overlooking the active Ohio river.
Shoreline. A limestone staircase winds through an acre of river cliffs, leading to Barker's Beach--a sandy area along the Ohio River.
Scenic Overlook. Perched on a bluff sixty feet above the water, affording timeless views of the river as it winds through the green hills of Indiana and Kentucky.
River Terrace. Wrapped around the solarium and columnated porches, the river terrace provides over 4,000 sf of hardscaped patios, including an elegant pool, gazebo, and koi pond. This natural setting provides the perfect venue to enjoy time with colleagues or family, or celebrate your special evening as the moonlight reflects on the vast expanses of the Ohio.
Manicured Grounds. With over five acres of property, there are multiple backdrops for your stay or special event, and wherever you choose, you and your guests will have plenty or room to stroll about and enjoy the grounds.
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