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Bourbon Cottage, 2 BR, Downtown Historic Bardstown next to Bakery!

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Exterior detail
Living area
Interior
Dining

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 41415 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Bardstown, KY
  • Place, Bardstown Art Gallery
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Bardstown Civil War Museum
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, My Old Kentucky Home State Park
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Louisville, KY (SDF-Louisville Intl.)
    ‪47 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Bourbon Cottage, 2 BR, Downtown Historic Bardstown next to Bakery!

The Bourbon Cottage is a fully restored 1905 Victorian one story cottage with many modern conveniences. Located in the heart of Historic Downtown Bardstown, 2 blocks from the court square you are within walking distance to shops, restaurants, historic attractions, museums, pubs and great nightlife!
The cottage is a great place to come in and relax from the Bourbon Trail. The Master Bedroom has a queen bed with luxurious linens and a pillow top mattress. The second bedroom has 2 twin beds with luxurious linens.
There are several rooms to relax with Flat Screen TV s , expanded cable T.V. and high speed internet.
A fully equipped kitchen has stainless steel appliances; refrigerator with water and ice on the door, electric stove, microwave, dishwasher, coffee pot. The kitchen is stocked with dishes, utensils and glassware, if you plan to cook, please bring any cooking equipment you will need.
You will find a coffee station with Regular, Decaf and Bourbon Coffee along with several teas. We provide a welcome snack basket with lots of goodies!
The Bathroom has a shower and a double vanity sink. We provide Towels, a hair dryer, shampoo, rinse, and body wash.
There is off-street parking at the Bourbon Cottage in the backyard in front of the garage.
Enjoy our Bourbon Coffee on the porch in the morning
or sip your favorite BOURBON cocktail on the side porch under the twinkle lights in the evening. Sit and experience why we are called the "Most Beautiful Small Town in America".
And don't forget to try Hadorn's Bakery right next door. Don't leave town until you've had a Yum Yum!

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 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

No pets allowed
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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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Bardstown

Located in Bardstown, this cottage is in the city centre. My Old Kentucky Home State Park Golf Course and Heaven Hill Bourbon Heritage Center are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit At Mary's and Shaq & Coco. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling.
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Bardstown, KY

What's nearby

  • Bardstown Art Gallery - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Oscar Getz Museum of Whiskey - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Spalding Hall - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Bardstown Civil War Museum - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • My Old Kentucky Home State Park - 9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Louisville International Airport (SDF) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Lee's Famous Recipe Chicken - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Bourbon Cottage, 2 BR, Downtown Historic Bardstown next to Bakery! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Bourbon Cottage, 2 BR, Downtown Historic Bardstown next to Bakery!?

As of 27 Mar, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bourbon Cottage, 2 BR, Downtown Historic Bardstown next to Bakery! on 30 Mar, 2026 start from S$256, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Bourbon Cottage, 2 BR, Downtown Historic Bardstown next to Bakery!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Bourbon Cottage, 2 BR, Downtown Historic Bardstown next to Bakery!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bourbon Cottage, 2 BR, Downtown Historic Bardstown next to Bakery!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Bourbon Cottage, 2 BR, Downtown Historic Bardstown next to Bakery! located?

Located in the heart of Bardstown, this cottage is steps away from At Mary's and Shaq & Coco. Bardstown Art Gallery and Oscar Getz Museum of Whiskey are also within 5 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

chad a.

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

Bardstown vacay

We had a great stay here for the week while in Kentucky. Great location to eating and shopping in Bardstown and surrounding areas.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Mary K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House is in a great location. Very close to the lovely downtown. Bathroom is very large and comfortable. Everything was clean and well decorated. We had everything we needed. The furniture in the TV room is not comfortable but if you aren’t spending a lot of time in the house that won’t matter.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charles M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a very charming home. A lot of care and thought went in restoration we loved the fireplaces and original hardwood floors. The kitchen and bathroom had up to date appliances and were largeOver all very enjoyable , comfortable and pristine home.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Barbara K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a cute home! It had a warm feeling throughout. Great bathroom size, nice kitchen, bedrooms comfortable, two sitting areas, and a front and side porch. We enjoyed sitting outside and chatting with people passing by. The bakery across the street provided an easy treat and we could walk everywhere we wanted to go in town.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joe L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful time at the Bourbon Cottage! The house is much larger than described and was everything we wanted for our time in Bardstown. Maybe the only regret was not getting to the bakery every morning of our stay. Don’t pass on the Yum Yums or the pecan bars. Thanks for a special time at the Cottage!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Thomas M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really enjoyed the house. Very quaint, clean, well decorated and supplied. The location is convenient, my only issue is that there was a significant amount of noise from the cars and people going by. It is on a very busy street. Music from downtown Bardstown on Friday night. Ear plugs were provided by the owner.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susie H.

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

Susie

Clean, cute, comfortable, convenient! Such a lovely cottage. This is the 2nd time we’ve stayed here and we will be back again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Samantha R.

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

4 Nights

A nice stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas G.

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

Fun

Great old home to stay in for a weekend in Bardstown. Close to just about everything.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Kristi T.

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

Charming Historical House

Very cute and charming house with large, modern bathroom. Loved the location. Unfortunately, the beds (especially the primary) were not very comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JOHN S.

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

Bardstown getaway

Perfect little property for a weekend in Bardstown, tours and great restaurants!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Grace H.

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

Perfect Location

Very comfortable and quiet location with a quick walk to the center of town.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bourbon Cottage was immaculate, beautifully decorated and conveniently located to everything happening in downtown Bardstown. Plenty of parking, we parked on the street and felt very comfortable doing so. The cottage is spacious, we actually never used the beautiful parlor. Loads of closet space and comfy beds. Definitely stay here!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen B.

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

Amazing location

My goodness, what a sweet little place! We absolutely loved our stay and Margaret sue was such a wonderful host. Would stay here again!! Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katherine D.

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

Kentucky vacation

Great little house. Had all the necessary things, plus those lovely added touches that take a place over the top. Loved having coffee supplies, esp the bourbon coffee -we only stayed 4 nights so not having to provide our own was great. Location was awesome, didn't have to drive once we were in town for the night. Able to walk to the ice cream shop and the speakeasy.Laundry machines were easy to use. Overall great stay, would recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joan O.

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

Lovely stay!

This was our second time staying in the Bourbon Cottage. We fell in love with it - and the charming town - even more the second time around! Margaret Sue is a great host!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie R.

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

Fantastic Stay

The house was everything we had hoped for! A better location and amenities can’t be found for Bardstown!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gayle G.

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

Birthday Trip

The house is lovely and close to shopping and restaurants. We enjoyed the lovely cottage and it was bigger than we imagined.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dan G.

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

Just like advertised

Great location, close to everything
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tosha M.

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

Tosha Moon

We enjoyed our stay , the home was very lovely and comfortable. Superhost and would love to visit again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hannah H.

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

Wonderful

Wonderful house and wonder location!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily M.

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

Outstanding!

The home is prettier than the photos. It was the perfect place for us to stay with an ideal location. I would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Holly S.

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

Fantastic Place

Had a wonderful time staying at the cottage. It was decorated with antiques and felt a home away from home, we were sad to leave. Even the neighbors were friendly offered suggestions on where to go for dinner/ drinks.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

K T.

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

Nice home in great location

House is very clean, had everything we needed for our stay, and is in a super location right in town. Weather was nice so we got to enjoy the side and front porches as well. Check in was as easy as it gets and check out was even easier. Had a great stay and would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda C.

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

Outstanding cottage/location

A cozy and comfortable stay. Extremely clean and well stocked. Location is great….walking distance to downtown. Don’t miss out on the bakery directly across the street. Friendly neighborhood. We would definitely stay here again….Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

About the host

Hosted by Margaret Sue Masters

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Hello, I am Margaret Sue Masters and I along with my husband, Michael Masters, known as "The Colonel", have bought and restored the Bourbon Cottage in 2015. We have been in the hospitality business for over 20 years in Bardstown. We have revived and restored 4 cottages for vacation rentals in the historic district of downtown Bardstown.
In 2004 we bought and restored the Chapeze House, circa 1787, downtown off the court square. In 2010 we converted this property into the Kentucky Bourbon House, a Boutique Hotel wtih charming private suites. We also conduct in the Bourbon Bar 2 classes: Bourbon University and Bourbon Mixology twice daily Mon-Sat. We also host intimate wedding ceremonies and elopement packages. Couples can choose to marry in the elegant parlor or in the formal garden that makes up the backyard.
Come and experience our "Hospitality Kentucky Style"......


Why they chose this property

I have loved this cottage and property it sits on for over 25 years. When it finally came on the market I jumped at the chance to own and restore it back to its GLORY! Flaget Avenue is one of Bardstown's premier addresses right in the heart of downtown Historic Bardstown. Sit on the porch and take in all the sites , sounds and smells (Hadorn's Bakery being next door!) that makes Bardstown truly a magical place to visit.

What makes this property unique

Bardstown is a busy little town! Our downtown has limited parking, however, Bourbon Cottage answers that parking deliemma. It's downtown close to all the attractions, restaurants, bars and nightlife, but the great thing about this cottage is you can walk and never move your car from the driveway. You are right in the thick of it all but with no parking hassles!!!

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