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COZY COTTAGE - Near The Ark! A beautiful, cozy and comfy home you will love!
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7
Popular amenities
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)
Master Suite
1 King Bed
Queen Suite
1 Queen Bed
Twin Bed Suite
3 Single Beds
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 2
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Master Bath
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
About this property
COZY COTTAGE - Near The Ark! A beautiful, cozy and comfy home you will love!
Step inside and be enveloped by the warmth of our charming cottage, where every corner is crafted for comfort and connection. The spacious living area, with its 55-inch TV, beckons for movie nights, lively game sessions, or tranquil moments for the kids to play as adults unwind in conversation. We've curated a collection of games and books for every age, ensuring your moments are filled with joy and laughter. Gather around the table in our cozy dining space, a place we hold dear for its ability to bring families and friends together from dawn till dusk.
Our adorable kitchen is a haven for culinary creativity, complete with a complimentary coffee maker, coffee bar, toaster, waffle maker, crock-pot. and all the essentials you'll need to feel at home.
The master suite is a retreat designed with relaxation in mind, featuring an award winning king-sized bed, a 55-inch TV, a plush rocking chair, and a walk-thru closet leading to a master bathroom equipped with a spacious walk-in shower and thoughtful amenities including makeup removal wipes, spare toothbrushes, and therapeutic shower bombs.
The laundry room is fully stocked for your convenience, ensuring a hassle free stay. Across the home, a second full bathroom mirrors the master's luxuries, flanked by a queen sized bedroom on one side and a three-twin bedded room on the other, perfect for "slumber party" nights.
The backyard, bordering a tranquil wooded area, offers a secluded escape with a dining set on the deck for enjoying meals or morning coffee amidst the peaceful Kentucky countryside. It's an experience so captivating, you'll find yourself drawn to it daily.
With a special focus on family-friendly living, we've included amenities like a rocking chair, sound machine, and pack-n-play to ease your stay. Every detail of this cottage has been lovingly considered to not just accommodate, but to enrich your visit.
This cottage is more than just a place to stay; it's a canvas for creating memories that will endure a lifetime. Whether you're planning a long vacation or a quick getaway, our place is equipped for both long or short stays to make your holiday one to remember. We are thrilled to share it with you and are confident it will capture your heart just as it has ours.
Places to Visit!
The Cottage boasts an enviable location, not just a stone's throw away from The Ark Encounter but also conveniently situated within minutes from the area's exclusive shopping and dining spots. With Wal-Mart less than 5 minutes away, it stands as the sole shopping destination within a 20-mile radius, ensuring you have easy access to everything you might need during your stay. Cincinnati is a mere 30 minutes away, with Lexington, KY at 45 minutes. Louisville, KY is 1hr and 20 minutes. Within 30 miles, you can visit the Creation Museum, Cincinnati Reds, Newport Aquarium, Cincinnati Bengals, KY Horse Park, Georgetown College, University of KY, Cinemas, Florence Freedom Baseball Stadium, Turfway Race Track and many more attractions too numerous to list!
Our adorable kitchen is a haven for culinary creativity, complete with a complimentary coffee maker, coffee bar, toaster, waffle maker, crock-pot. and all the essentials you'll need to feel at home.
The master suite is a retreat designed with relaxation in mind, featuring an award winning king-sized bed, a 55-inch TV, a plush rocking chair, and a walk-thru closet leading to a master bathroom equipped with a spacious walk-in shower and thoughtful amenities including makeup removal wipes, spare toothbrushes, and therapeutic shower bombs.
The laundry room is fully stocked for your convenience, ensuring a hassle free stay. Across the home, a second full bathroom mirrors the master's luxuries, flanked by a queen sized bedroom on one side and a three-twin bedded room on the other, perfect for "slumber party" nights.
The backyard, bordering a tranquil wooded area, offers a secluded escape with a dining set on the deck for enjoying meals or morning coffee amidst the peaceful Kentucky countryside. It's an experience so captivating, you'll find yourself drawn to it daily.
With a special focus on family-friendly living, we've included amenities like a rocking chair, sound machine, and pack-n-play to ease your stay. Every detail of this cottage has been lovingly considered to not just accommodate, but to enrich your visit.
This cottage is more than just a place to stay; it's a canvas for creating memories that will endure a lifetime. Whether you're planning a long vacation or a quick getaway, our place is equipped for both long or short stays to make your holiday one to remember. We are thrilled to share it with you and are confident it will capture your heart just as it has ours.
Places to Visit!
The Cottage boasts an enviable location, not just a stone's throw away from The Ark Encounter but also conveniently situated within minutes from the area's exclusive shopping and dining spots. With Wal-Mart less than 5 minutes away, it stands as the sole shopping destination within a 20-mile radius, ensuring you have easy access to everything you might need during your stay. Cincinnati is a mere 30 minutes away, with Lexington, KY at 45 minutes. Louisville, KY is 1hr and 20 minutes. Within 30 miles, you can visit the Creation Museum, Cincinnati Reds, Newport Aquarium, Cincinnati Bengals, KY Horse Park, Georgetown College, University of KY, Cinemas, Florence Freedom Baseball Stadium, Turfway Race Track and many more attractions too numerous to list!
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and 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
Place used towels in the tub or shower.
Set the temperature to 74 degrees if using A/C. Or to 68 degrees if using heat.
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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
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About the area
Dry Ridge
Located in Dry Ridge, this holiday home is in a rural area. Ark Encounter and Kangaroo Walkabout are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Dry Ridge Outlet Mall and Walton Towne Center. Rainbow Maze and Ararat Ridge Zoo are also worth visiting.
Dry Ridge, KY
What's nearby
- Dry Ridge Outlet Mall - 5 min drive - 5.7 km
- Grant County Park - 5 min drive - 7.5 km
- Piddle Park - 6 min drive - 6.8 km
- Eagle Creek Country Club - 7 min drive - 8.2 km
- Ark Encounter - 9 min drive - 14.9 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 7 min drive
- Beans - 7 min drive
- McDonald's - 8 min drive
- Dunkin' - 6 min drive
- Tacos Los Compadres - 8 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
9.8/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Verified
27 Jul, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Lisa C.
27 May, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice & close to Noah's Ark Encounter
Lisa C.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Diane A.
26 Jun, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
Diane A.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Robbie H.
19 Oct, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Property!
Robbie H.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Amanda G.
16 Jun, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amanda G.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Laura M.
23 Jun, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
So cozy!
Laura M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Matt M.
9 Jun, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean and Comfortable Stay Near the Ark Encounter
Matt M.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Vicki H.
15 Oct, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Vicki H.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Keith S.
19 Jul, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Keith S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Phyllis R.
8 Sept, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Phyllis R.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Scott W.
10 Nov, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stay at cozy cottage
Scott W.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Brent H.
9 Aug, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Brent H.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer O.
18 Sept, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice house and nice neighbors
Jennifer O.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer M.
27 Apr, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family trip
Jennifer M.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Edward H.
10 Jul, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Outing to The Ark
Edward H.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Gavin s.
8 Sept, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gavin s.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Danica R.
26 Mar, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay!
Danica R.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Pam P.
14 Jan, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Winter Getaway
Pam P.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Katie E.
13 Aug, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice, kid friendly home
Katie E.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
DeeAnn K.
5 Oct, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
As promised
DeeAnn K.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kristen S.
19 Jun, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The perfect cottage!
Kristen S.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Amy C.
27 Sept, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for Families
Amy C.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
william R.
29 Oct, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
william R.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
About the host
Hosted by Monica Stanley
Languages:
English
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