The Bird House at Sinking Creek in the National Forest

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A covered porch with a wooden railing, a ceiling fan, and a view of the outdoors.
A wooden deck with a table and chairs, a rocking chair, and a ceiling fan.
A two-story house with a porch, a covered front entrance, and a well-maintained lawn.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a dining table with chairs, and a ceiling fan.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a sink, and a stove.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Sledding nearby
    A rare find — snowy slopes for sledding are just minutes away.

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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London, KY
  • Place, London Dragway
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Pittsburgh Community Park
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Place, CommonSpirit - Saint Joseph Hospital - London
    ‪24 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

London

Located in London, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Crooked Creek Golf Club and Holly Bay Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Levi Jackson Wilderness Road State Park and Buck Creek Wildlife Management Area. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging.
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London, KY

What's nearby

  • London Dragway - 10 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Wood Creek Lake - 22 min drive - 15.4 km
  • Pittsburgh Community Park - 24 min drive - 18.7 km
  • CommonSpirit - Saint Joseph Hospital - London - 24 min drive - 20.1 km
  • Levi Jackson Wilderness Road State Park - 31 min drive - 27.2 km

Getting around

  • Lexington, KY (LEX-Blue Grass) - 103 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Moma Lucys Backyard Bar-b-que - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Big Bob's Burgers - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Laurel Restaurant Equipment - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪novado pasaport pizza - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Fountain View Cafe at KentuckyOne Healthcare St. Joseph Hospital - ‬24 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Bird House at Sinking Creek in the National Forest pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Bird House at Sinking Creek in the National Forest?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Bird House at Sinking Creek in the National Forest?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Bird House at Sinking Creek in the National Forest?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Bird House at Sinking Creek in the National Forest located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from London Dragway and within 12 miles (20 km) of Wood Creek Lake and Laurel River Lake. Pittsburgh Community Park and Fresenius Medical Care are also within 12 miles (20 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. 23 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property is definitely off the beaten path which provided a very peaceful and relaxing stay. It was well-maintained, clean and quiet. The owners were quick to respond to our questions about the area and provided lots of suggestions before and during our stay for things to do in this area.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice private place
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 29 August 2026
Thank you for your kind review.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love this place! Perfect for a base to explore the area on two wheels. The Bird House had everything we needed!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 12 September 2026
Thank you for your great review and for being such awesome guests!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place is paradise in the woods! First time for a friend of mine that came with, staying at a home, and not a hotel and he was very impressed, as was I. Hopefully we can stay there again next year! Thank you for offering this home for others to experience.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 1 June 2026
Thank you for your kind review. We are so pleased that you enjoyed our Birdhouse in the woods. Please come back any time.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Awesome place

We loved the property and had a wonderful two day stay. Our hike around the cabin was awesome.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 21 August 2026
We appreciate you!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

What a Wonderful Stay!!!

What a wonderful stay!!! The house is clean and well maintained. The property is secluded, quiet and peaceful but close to many attractions and places to shop. I enjoyed sitting on the porch with coffee in the morning and watching the sun come up. I found myself back on the porch in the evenings with a beverage to enjoy the peace and quiet. The "welcoming committee"--2 very friendly dogs--came by often to visit. The owners are friendly and responsive. I HIGHLY recommend the Birdhouse to anyone who is looking for a quiet, secluded getaway that is close to much to do. Thank you for a fantastic stay!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 21 August 2026
We appreciate you!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

We really enjoyed our visit to the Bird House and to Southern Kentucky.

We really enjoyed our visit to the Bird House and to Southern Kentucky. The Bird House is in a quiet, rural location, just 15minutes from I-75. The house is very clean, nicely decorated, and well equipped. We enjoyed cooking meals there and the kitchen had everything we needed. The KIng bed was nice and comfortable. The front porch was a nice place to eat our meals and bird watch. There is a lot do in the area. Several State Parks and a National Park are within easy driving distance. Hiking is one of our favorite things to do and there are many hiking trails nearby. We spent time at Cumberland Falls State Park, Levi Jackson State Park, Pine Mountain State Park, Daniel Boone National Forest, and Cumberland Gap National Park. We would come back to the Bird House and Sothern Kentucky anytime.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 3 April 2020
Thank you for your wonderful review. We are so pleased that you enjoyed your stay at the Bird House. We strive to provide our guests with a great experience. Please return when your travels bring you this way.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The Bird House - Perfect Getaway

The Bird House was just as advertised; quiet, private, & peaceful - except for the bird visitors. We had turkeys, hawks, pleated woodpecker, gold finches, Indigo Buntings, hummingbirds, and a host of others. It was the perfect jumping off point for hikes in the Daniel Boone Natl Forest, and the porch was the perfect spot for coffee in the mornings and spending our non-hiking days. In fact, we enjoyed the porch so much, some days it was hard to leave and explore. Carey was a fantastic host & went out of his way to accommodate our needs related to allergies. The home was very clean, & well equipped. I could go on & on, but you get the idea. It is a great place to disconnect & reconnect. We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 21 August 2026
Awesome guest, thank you for your review!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful location - quiet and peaceful. Well kept and furnished property surrounded by nature.

This place is a gem! The owners are thoughtful and very pleasant. We were met and got a tour of the house and surroundings, and they make themselves readily available if you need anything. The home is well furnished with everything we needed to cook, relax and enjoy ourselves. While cell service is spotty, they've provided a land line phone in the home. If you enjoy relaxing in the quiet surrounded by woods and watching birds, squirrels and other wildlife in their environment, this is the place to go. You can walk through the woods and enjoy yourself, or sit on the large porch and let the birds fly by as they enjoy the many feeders in the yard. Should the weather not cooperate, there are lots of games, TV with satellite and DVD player, etc. There's also WIFI, which isn't the high-speeds you have in the city, but was more than satisfactory for our needs - we were able to stream some videos to a phone while also reading the news. We enjoyed it because you feel you're in the middle of nowhere, and you don't hear the city sounds or see the lights - which means the stars are clear and vibrant - but you're only a few minutes drive from anything you would need. We would definitely recommend this home to our friends and family who are looking for a getaway, and plan to visit again ourselves again sometime during fall to enjoy that time of year. We've had lots of good experiences with rentals in the past, but by far this is the best one we've stayed in yet.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 3 April 2020
Thank you for your lovely review. We appreciate knowing that our enjoy their stays at the Bird House. We do our best to provide everything needed for a relaxing vacation. Please come back when your travels bring you this way. Sincerely Carey and Sue
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very beautiful cabin and property. Pictures do not do it justice. We enjoyed our stay immensely
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 18 July 2026
Thank you for your kind review. We try our best to ensure that our guests enjoy their time at the Bird House.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome stay

Nice location. Property was very clean. We really enjoyed our stay and definitely recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great rental.

It was very easy to rent and a very nice location. We would definitely come back .
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 12 June 2021
Thank you for your kind review. Please come back any time.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wish we stayed longer

Honestly, sitting on the porch relaxing, I've never hear so many birds chirping! Lovely setting, great accommodations with all the modern amenities needed. Hubby even enjoyed the sounds of the Sat nite drag races down the road, so we stopped there as well. Something for both of us.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 19 April 2021
Thank you for your lovely review. We are pleased when we know that our guests have enjoyed their stay. We try our best to provide a peaceful, relaxing experience.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Everything was good

Everything went well & they were really nice. Was good communication & directions from them. The house was really cute & we also got to meet Carey and the two dogs. I also made a fire each night. Will rent from them in the future 👍👍
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 14 April 2021
Thank you for your kind review. We do our best to make sure that our guests have a peaceful, relaxing stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Birds

Loved everything about this place. They had everything you could possibly need available. Even the medicine cabinet was stocked. It was close to both Cumberland Falls and Laurel Lake which is what brought us here. We will definitely return if we come back to the area. Very secluded and private.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful, cozy getaway

The Bird House is so much more than the photos show. There’s an atmosphere of peace there amid the trees. The east facing country front porch is the perfect spot for watching the sun rise and the steam gently rise as the sun warms the cool October dew. Inside, the owners have thought of everything to make your stay pleasant—kitchen well stocked with cooking utensils, board games and DVDs as well as Directv. Even well placed night lights! We visited Cumberland Falls, Cumberland Gap, and even took in a little drag racing on Friday night at the London Dragway! We left wishing we had a few extra days to stay.
Response from VrboOwner on 18 October 2020
Wonderful guests. We try our best to ensure that our guests have a great stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Weekend getaway

Perfect place to get away from it all. Close enough to the falls but far enough away to not be touristy. Coffee on the porch in the morning is pure bliss!! Communication was amazing as well. The owners are excellent and well. Just a perfect place!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 15 October 2020
Thank you for your review. We try our best to provide everything our guests need to enjoy their stay at the BirdHouse. .
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful Get Away!

It is a peaceful, secluded little comfy house up in the forest. The Owner was very available for us. Two great , very friendly dogs greeted us on our arrival. We enjoyed our short stay at the Bird House and hope to go back next year!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 2 September 2020
Jeffrey: Thank you for your review. We do our best to ensure that our guests have a great, peaceful stay at the Bird House. You are welcome back any time.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful Secluded Location!

We very much enjoyed our short 3 night stay over the Thanksgiving holiday. Everything we needed was provided. We visited the Cumberland Falls, which we also recommend for anyone visiting the area, as it is qn impressive sight. We had fun just wandering around the yard as well, and enjoying the amenities of the house.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 3 April 2020
Thank you for your great review. We strive to make sure that our guests have an enjoyable, relaxing experience in the woods.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful setting! So peaceful & quiet! Easy access to lots of options, too! We’ll be back!

Great location with a beautiful setting on top of a forest hill! All kinds of amenities! The owners were awesome! The “Birdhouse”is a very fitting name...so tranquil...God’s creation at its best!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 3 April 2020
Thank you for your kind review. It gives us joy to know that our guests have a great experience at our Bird House.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Peaceful

The house was wonderful, peaceful, quiet, clean. The owners thought of every detail to make you feel at home. We wanted to have some R & R with our daughter and indeed we found it at the bird house. Thank you for letting us your home. We loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 3 April 2020
Thank you for your lovely review. You were wonderful guests. We do everything we know of to ensure that our guests have a peaceful, relaxing stay. You are welcome back any time.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

The bird house

We loved our stay at the Bird house. It had every thing we needed. We sat out on the front porch day and evening, it was so peaceful there. Even more peaceful than the smoky mountains. We went hiking all over Natural Bridge,Bee Rock ect. Such beautiful country. There is all kinds of places to eat in London, the owners even said if we ran out of gas for the grill just call them and they would refill it. Carey and Sue are great people. We really liked Laural River lake it is so clean and the beach was white sand. It is also a trout,bass lake yea! Lake Cumberland is close. we will be coming back again with our family next time. Thank you so much for letting us have the use of your lovely home. Irene and steve.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 3 April 2020
Thank you for the lovely review. We know that the setting is peaceful and we try to provide our guests with everything they would need to have a relaxing stay at the Bird House.
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