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Home in Brandenburg
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 259 reviewsLuxury lakehouse retreat with picturesque views
Cabin in Brodhead
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 219 reviewsLittle Lake Cabin
Cabin in Mount Eden
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 131 reviewsBourbon Country Cottage
Cabin in Bowling Green
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 719 reviewsRiverside Cabin | Mammoth Cave | Bowling Green, KY
Cottage in Pleasureville
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 201 reviewsThe Cozy Cottage on One Goat Farm
Tiny home in Gray
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 175 reviewsSleeping Turtle Tiny Home #1
Cottage in Harrodsburg
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 166 reviewsParadise Cottage Enjoy lake Views and Lake Access!
Guest suite in Albany
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 228 reviewsPage's Legacy “Perfect Fall Getaway”
Kentucky home rentals
Home in Berea
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 199 reviewsLittle House
Home in Lawrenceburg
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 104 reviewsCottage On Crooked Creek
Home in London
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 266 reviews3 bedroom home (52) with mountain view.
Home in Ludlow
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 300 reviewsThe Ludlow Cottage: Minutes from Cincinnati
Home in Versailles
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 156 reviewsQuaint little farm house close to Keeneland/horses
Home in Bardstown
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 497 reviewsCreekview Farm: Horses, Bourbon, and Sunsets
Home in Stamping Ground
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 649 reviewsBuffalo Springs Distilling Company
Home in Berea
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 691 reviewsBerea Painter's Cottage
Lakefront home rentals in Kentucky
Home in Lewisburg
5 out of 5 average rating, 36 reviewsNew Lakefront LUX Fully Loaded Private Dock
Home in Lewisburg
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 77 reviewsThe Jolly Otter, Waterfront Getaway on Lake Malone
Home in Dry Ridge
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 104 reviewsBeautiful Blue Lake House-8 Miles to Ark Encounter
Home in Lewisburg
5 out of 5 average rating, 26 reviewsBeechtree Bivvy - lakeside retreat w/ private dock
Home in Louisville
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 252 reviewsThe Lakehouse at Progress Park in Derby City
Home in Cadiz
4.81 out of 5 average rating, 43 reviewsLake Front - Private Dock - Sleeps 10!
Home in Lewisburg
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 124 reviewsLaid Back Lake House w/ hot tub and private dock❗️
Home in Cadiz
5 out of 5 average rating, 7 reviewsHot Tub-Lake Luxury -Serenity Point
Your guide to Kentucky
All About Kentucky
Bordered by the Ohio River to the north and the gently rolling Appalachian Mountains to the east, Kentucky is a land of rugged hills, raging rivers, endless caves, and oh so much good music. The state’s musical innovations span several genres, including bluegrass, blues, and country, spawned from the eastern hills where you can still find local artists and national acts performing in places like Covington, with its independent theaters and music venues. Along with being the birthplace of bourbon, Kentucky also boasts an impressive culinary tradition: its unique hickory smoked barbecue style has spread to the rest of the country and can be traced back to the Welsh settlers of the western wetlands.
For a dose of Kentucky culture, stroll Louisville’s fashionable Frankfort Avenue in with its trendy bars and bohemian vibes, or spend a day in the cute little town of Bardstown, where you can sample the state’s legendary distillate, see an outdoor musical, and visit a whiskey museum. If it’s the outdoors you crave, explore the rugged Daniel Boone National Forest or the sandstone bluffs in the Red River Gorge Geological Area that make up just a small portion of the almost 2 million acres of public land in the state.
The best time to stay in a vacation rental in Kentucky
Sitting between the warmer climate zone of the south and the colder northern areas of the country, Kentucky finds itself with generally mild temperatures and pleasant weather conditions throughout much of the year. Summers can bring high humidity, and with that often comes dramatic thunderstorms that sweep the landscape. For summer festivities, the famous Kentucky State Fair takes place towards the end of August, and the International Bar-B-Q Festival takes place around mid-May in Owensboro for a taste of the hickory smoked meats and spicy vinegar-based BBQ sauces the region is known for.
The diverse deciduous forests break out in a brilliant display of autumn hues during the fall, which can be a great time to search for cabin rentals in Kentucky, as the temperatures tend to be the mildest during the shoulder seasons. With the winter comes slightly lower temperatures and a reduction in humidity. Regardless of the time of year, the state's levels of rainfall tend to stay relatively stable.
Top things to do in Kentucky
Mammoth Cave National Park
Mammoth Cave National Park is a 52,830-acre limestone cave system in central western Kentucky with over 400 miles of surveyed tunnel, making it the most extensive known cave system on the planet. Spending as little as half an hour, or up to a full day of exploration, is possible in the underground passageways alone. Above ground, hiking, rock climbing, kayaking, and horseback riding are all on offer.
Berea
This rural countryside town is known as the Folk Arts & Crafts Capital of Kentucky. Artisans, artists, and creatives have flocked to this UNESCO Creative City for its tradition of supporting the arts since its earliest days as an English settlement. Museums and galleries like the Appalachian Artisan Center, where you can find exhibits, classes, and art for purchase, can be found in Berea’s old town Artisan Village alongside glass studios and other artisanal workshops for patronage.
Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame & Museum
Located in Owensboro, the Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame highlights the musicians and performers who helped bring the iconic style into the limelight. In addition, the museum has several displays and exhibits that detail the history behind the music, as well as lesson opportunities and several live concerts throughout the year.
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