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Luxury lake house with must see view year round

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A spacious living room with a high ceiling, a staircase, and a large window providing natural light.
A hot tub with a wooden deck and a view of a forested area.
A deck with two Adirondack chairs overlooking a river with boats and a forested area in the background.
A wooden deck with a table and chairs, overlooking a river.
A river with a bridge and boats.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Ping pong on-site
    A rare find — challenge friends and family to endless matches.
  • Unmatched views, unforgettable moments
    Guests like the location for the scenic views.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Herrington Lake
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 14

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub on site
  • Garage parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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lancaster, KY
  • Place, Herrington Lake
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Kentucky
    ‪45 min drive‬
  • Place, Kentucky Horse Park
    ‪55 min drive‬
  • Airport, Lexington, KY (LEX-Blue Grass)
    ‪43 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Single Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1 on Main floor

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2 Master bathroom

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

Bathroom 3

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area

About this property

Luxury lake house with must see view year round

Welcome to the Overlook! We are excited to share this beautiful view, and home with you. You must have at least one 5-star review from a previous host to book. This 3791sqft home on Lake Herrington is a new rental with brand new furnishings throughout. You'll see the lake as soon as you pull into the drive, the view is simply breathtaking. With a large driveway and additional large parking pad complete with electrical outlets for electric cars there is plenty of parking so bring your boat/jet skis. Don't have a boat? There are 4 nearby marinas that offer boat rentals, dining, and activities. The closest is only 3 minutes away! You will walk in the front door to the main living room with vaulted ceilings and views of the lake at every turn. A 70" Smart TV and lounging area is combined with a one of a kind dining table that seats 8. Walk through any of the sliding doors to the main deck for the complete lake view. The main deck offers a gas grill, lounge chairs, gas fire pit, and large dining table that seats 8. The lower deck offers a brand new hot tub that seats 6. The kitchen is stocked, so you can bring food to cook if you want to eat in. There are 2 dining tables to seat 12 plus 2 stools at the kitchen bar. Upstairs, the master suite boasts a king size bed, private deck with two gliders, a full bath, walk-in closet, TV and sitting area. The other upstairs bedroom has a queen bed and a wonderful lake view along with a bonus sitting room that can be used as an additional sleeping area with an air mattress. Please use caution on the stairs. They are narrow. Please use the handrail. On the main floor there are 2 bedrooms. One offers a queen bed and the other a twin bed. Both bedrooms are close to the main bathroom. The lower level offers a bedroom with a king bed which walks out to the lower deck with the hot tub. There is also another living room downstairs with a comfortable pullout sofa, 70" Smart TV with Apple TV, and doors which also lead to the hot tub & deck with a wonderful view. Rainy day? There is still a lot of fun to be had here. The hot tub is covered by the deck above. There is a ping pong table in the garage and a workout area. There are board games and card games. All the TVs are smart TVs for your streaming pleasure. :)

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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

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:
Start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please empty all trash into the large bins in the garage and take it to the road at check out. Please look in the binder on the coffee table for check out instructions.
Please do NOT strip the beds. It is easier for us to look for stains that may need treating while they are on the bed. We have a bag for the bedding for each room when cleaning.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
No smoking of any kind anywhere on the property. Even outside. If you smoke please do not book our home. $25 fee for each missing Apple charger.
NO PARTIES! Quiet hours outside 10pm-6am. It is a VERY quiet/peaceful area.
Must be at least 25 yrs. of age to make a reservation. Must have at least one 5 star review from a previous host in order to make a reservation.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3306632vb
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

About the area

Lancaster

Lancaster is home to this holiday home. Kamp Kennedy Marina and Peninsula Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Community Arts Center and Norton Center for the Arts. Jones Visual Arts Center and Jd Legends Bar & Grill are also worth visiting. With kayaking, power boating and fishing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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lancaster, KY

What's nearby

  • Herrington Lake - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Keeneland Racing Course - 45 min drive - 57.2 km
  • University of Kentucky - 45 min drive - 57.6 km
  • Rupp Arena - 48 min drive - 59.3 km
  • Kentucky Horse Park - 55 min drive - 74.3 km

Getting around

  • Lexington, KY (LEX-Blue Grass) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Oar House - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Burgin Dairy Barn - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪petes diner garrard co - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Old Bridge Bar & Grill - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Shaker Village Trustees' House - ‬22 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Luxury lake house with must see view year round pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Luxury lake house with must see view year round?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Luxury lake house with must see view year round?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Luxury lake house with must see view year round?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Luxury lake house with must see view year round located?

Situated in Lancaster, this holiday home is steps from Herrington Lake and 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Kamp Kennedy Marina. Tom Dorman State Preserve and Peninsula Golf Course are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 25 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 25 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 25 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 25 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 25 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patty C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed our time in Kentucky and staying in this beautiful lake house.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were celebrating a graduation with family. The house was perfect for our needs. Everything listed about the house was how it was. We enjoyed eating meals on the deck and watching the sunsets
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My family stayed here for my son's wedding. They raved about the beautiful view and the property.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The overlook was PERFECT for our family’s holiday gathering. It’s clean, cozy, comfortable, very nicely decorated. The view is awesome. Melissa is an excellent host, she made sure everything was just right for us. Our family had the best visit!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gwendolyn G.

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

Family Vacay for 40th bday

Amazing view, wonderful amenities, plenty of space for the whole famiy.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stacey H.

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

Lovely home

Great stay. Excellent host. All the right amenities. Great vacation home.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joshua A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were in town for 2 nights with friends and family for Centre College homecoming. The house was large enough to comfortably fit 8 adults and 5 kids. The views are amazing, and the house was very well appointed. We very much enjoyed our stay and would consider staying here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine H.

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

Weekend getaway

The home is amazing. We booked it for a relaxing weekend getaway and could not have asked for a better place. The views into the living room every day and from the hot tub are gorgeous.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Judy C.

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

Luxurious

Beautiful location and wonderful views!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shelia J.

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

Annual family vacation

The place is perfect for that special time with family and the view is absolutely stunning. You won’t need a thing.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Theresa C.

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

Family Weekend

We stayed two nights and enjoyed the beautiful view. The house was very clean and nicely furnished. The decks, fire pit, grill, hot tub, and games were excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Agnieszka W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darren B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The views from the deck were beautiful. Nice sunsets in the evenings. The house was well stocked with a coffee bar, and all the kitchen things you will need. There are games in the garage. It was as advertised.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa N.

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

Great place!

Gorgeous relaxing view in a quiet neighborhood. Clean and modern, with wonderful fire pit and hot tub. Well-stocked kitchen.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sonia O.

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

Wonder full place

Perfect and beautiful
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sean M.

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

Veteran Bourbon Tour

Clean, roomy and off the beaten path. Beautiful property and pristine house. It was a perfect place to relax after a long day of distillery tours and scenic driving. Great host as well!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

K S.

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

Sibling, family trip/Memorial for our parents

The house was amazing - clean, plenty of amenities, beautiful view! Plenty of room for 12 teens and adults. Melissa is a great host, easy communication, and she gave relevant recommendations. We rented 2 pontoons and had a fun day on the lake. Location was perfect for our days in Lexington, Richmond, and Berea.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darlene W.

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

Family getaway

Such a beautiful lake home!! They tried to think of anything and everything one might need during their stay! There were 13 of us, and we had plenty of sleeping room and a wonderful time!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alison A.

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

Sibling sipping trip

Your home had everything we needed to enjoy a siblings and spouses bourbon country getaway weekend. Beautiful location on the river, enjoyed grilling and sitting around the firepit as well as games and Saturday night football inside on the large TV when it rained. Comfy beds and pillows, too! Thanks Melissa, for the great hospitality.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

EMI D.

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

Beautiful Lake House

Perfect place for us. We had 3 couples and one senior citizen. All of the beds were very comfortable. The house was decorated very nicely. The host was very responsive. We how to stay again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert S.

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

Relaxing With Friends

Hit the bourban trail with some good friends. It was so nice to come back to such a nice house and relax on the deck with amazing views. I would start and end my day this way the entire trip.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erica S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This stay was exactly what our family needed to relax and reconnect. It was especially meaningful for us, as this was our first family holiday after losing the matriarch of our family. The space provided a peaceful, comfortable setting where we could slow down, spend quality time together, and create new memories. We’re very grateful for the experience and would gladly recommend this home to others looking for a place to truly unwind and be together.This stay was exactly what our family needed to relax and reconnect. It was especially meaningful for us, as this was our first family holiday after losing the matriarch of our family. The space provided a peaceful, comfortable setting where we could slow down, spend quality time together, and create new memories. We’re very grateful for the experience and would gladly recommend this home to others looking for a place to truly unwind and be together.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly S.

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

Amazing!

This property is absolutely a "must rent" for groups. We had 6 adults, everyone had plenty of space and the views are amazing! This property was stocked with everything we needed; not just 1 roll of TP to get you thru a shopping trip, there were 5 - 6 rolls in each bathroom, laundry and dishwasher soap for multiple loads, plenty of towels, shower items - as regular VRBO renters, most places do not come this stocked. Melissa was so great to work with, communication was quick and she recommended some cool spots to visit. The neighborhood was quiet and peaceful, we enjoyed the fire table and hot tub. We all felt right at home, and would rent this home again for future vacations.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martha R.

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

Wonderful place to rest and relax

Our family stayed at this property during the Christmas holiday. We had outgrown our home for bedrooms for everyone to stay in and a room big enough for everyone to gather to open presents, etc. This property fit the bill exactly. We were able for every family, to have their own bedroom and there was plenty of room to eat, and to share games and fellowship and the opening of presents in the open area. The property was equipped very well; the hot tub was wonderful and the weather was so great we could gather on the deck on Christmas Eve, and everything worked out beautifully. Some of the family hiked around the area and had a really good time doing so. We would recommend this property for anyone who has a number of people with the desire to have plenty of room for them to socialize and fellowship . We are grateful to Melissa for sharing this lovely place with us. She was very easy to communicate with and was responsive almost immediately. This is something that you do not always find in these properties and we appreciated it very much.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracy G.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

About the host

Hosted by Melissa Barnett

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We fell in love this home, the amazing view, and the friendly lake community. We are very blessed to be able to share it with others. We enjoy being able to help families and friends come together to create memories that last a lifetime. We hope all of our guests enjoy their time at The Overlook as much as we do.

Why they chose this property

We looked at many homes on different lakes. Nothing compared to the Overlook. It was an easy drive, a beautiful home, and an unmatched lake view.
We are just a few miles from Shaker Village,
Built in 1925 by the Kentucky Utilities Company for hydroelectric power generation, Lake Herrington is the deepest lake in Kentucky. Herrington boasts some of the finest reservoir fishing in the state. It is a well-stocked lake contains bluegill, catfish, crappie, hybrid striped bass, large mouth bass, spotted bass and white bass.
This is a lake house which means there may be wind, pollen, bugs, snakes, temporary power outages, dirt, leaves, dust, and fallen trees. There might be a lady bug. spider or a cricket. Pollen or ashes or leaves could settle on the porch or ledges with the blowing wind. The house is professionally cleaned after every single guest, but please keep in mind that you are at the lake. You will probably see flies and lady bugs :)

What makes this property unique

The area is made up of mostly full time residents that enjoy the peace and tranquility our neighborhood offers. Please be respectful and keep the noise level down, especially at night. The lake is extremely quiet & peaceful. Sound travels....This home is wonderful for families and groups that want to relax and enjoy the lake. If you are looking for a place to have a party, this is NOT the place for you.

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