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Pioneer Park Cottage, 2 BR/2 BA Downtown Historic Bardstown

Cottage in Bardstown with kitchen and patio

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4114.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Bardstown, KY
  • Place, Bardstown Civil War Museum
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, My Old Kentucky Home State Park
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Heaven Hill Bourbon Heritage Center
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Louisville, KY (SDF-Louisville Intl.)
    ‪59 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Guest Bedroom

2 Single Beds

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Master Bathroom

Toilet · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Pioneer Park Cottage, 2 BR/2 BA Downtown Historic Bardstown

Pioneer Park Cottage is a cozy cottage in the heart of downtown Historic Bardstown. One block from the court square, it s close to everything! Let this cottage be your home away from home. Easy walking to shops, restaurants, historic sites, museums, bars and night life...
Sip our Bourbon Coffee in the morning on the front porch as you soak up the ambeince of our beautiful small town. Relax and unwind in the evening with your favorite Bourbon Cocktail on your own private courtyard with stone patio with twinkle lights.
The cottage is a great place to relax from the Bourbon Trail. There is a cozy living room with a flat screen, a dining room that seats 4. The Master Bedroom has a queen high 4 post bed with a pillow top mattress and luxurious linens. There is a Master bathroom off of the bedroom that features a jacuzzi whirlpool jetted tub.
The guest Bedroom has 2 twin beds.
There is a second bathroom with a tile and glass shower.
The kitchen is equipped with a full size fridge with water and ice on the door. It has a microwave, toaster and thermal 12 cup coffee pot. The kitchen is stocked with china, glassware and utensils for 4 guests. There is seating at the built in breakfast bar in the kitchen for 2 guests. We supply a small charcoal weber grill. If you would like to grill you will need to bring charcoal and lighter fluid. There is a coffee station with Regular, Decaf and Bourbon Coffee along with several teas. We also provide a Snack Basket with lots of goodies!
Sip our Bourbon Coffee on the front porch as you soak in the flavor of our small town and it's people.
Enjoy your favorite Bourbon Cocktail on the back patio. There are 4 adirondack chairs to relax in and watch the stars under the twinkle lights.
There is a driveway beside the cottage and parking on the street in front of the cottage.


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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: 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 fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Bardstown

Located in Bardstown, this cottage is in the city centre. Spalding Hall and My Old Kentucky Home State Park are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Basil's Lake and Highway Lake. Shaq & Coco and At Mary's are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including swimming, golfing and winery tours.
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Bardstown, KY

What's nearby

  • Bardstown Civil War Museum - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • My Old Kentucky Home State Park - 1 min drive - 0.7 km
  • My Old Kentucky Home State Park Golf Course - 3 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Heaven Hill Bourbon Heritage Center - 4 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Bourbon Heritage Center - 4 min drive - 4.4 km

Getting around

  • Louisville International Airport (SDF) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Jose Y Los Tres Amigos - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Mammy's Kitchen - ‬5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Pioneer Park Cottage, 2 BR/2 BA Downtown Historic Bardstown pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Pioneer Park Cottage, 2 BR/2 BA Downtown Historic Bardstown?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pioneer Park Cottage, 2 BR/2 BA Downtown Historic Bardstown?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Pioneer Park Cottage, 2 BR/2 BA Downtown Historic Bardstown located?

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

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Haylee H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful home. Fantastic communication with host and fabulous location.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leonard H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is just the cutest house and central to all things in Bardstown. Very clean, nice furniture, nice new kitchen and a lovely outdoor patio area for sitting and having coffee. We would stay here again if we are ever in the area
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly R.

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

Charming house and great location

Charming house, perfect location to main street shops and restaurants and distilleries.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bev M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location & home. Loved the charm & thoughtfulness of host i.e. snacks, coffee, makeup washcloths, backyard lighting. Only tips for future is that kitchen only had 3 coffee cups & 2 teaspoons. Pillows were not soft or fluffy. Otherwise wonderful!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gretchen M.

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

Great location

We were able to comfortably walk to everything in the downtown area. The house was clean and just what we needed for our weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa Z.

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

Convenient and very cute!

Stayed for a couple days at Pioneer Place on the first stop of our spring break trip, Very cute! Comfortable and well appointed, it was the perfect spot to relax, play cards and cook a light dinner. Great host, great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Liz H.

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

Charming older home

The house is a very charming older home. We enjoyed our stay although a little hectic with the Derby! Would love to return sometime soon and explore Bardstown and enjoy all of the charm this home has to offer!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melinda M.

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

Perfect

Had a fabulous time! Everything was chef’s kiss! Cottage cheese as everything we hoped for…actually better. Definitely recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy G.

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

Perfect

Very comfortable accommodations. Easy checkin and out. Location is great for exploring Bardstown & surrounding area
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy D.

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

Lovely!

It was cold, but the house was cozy. Great location for walking around town.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tina Marie M., Grove City, OH

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

Perfect Family Getaway

We had a wonderful time at the cottage! The house was comfortable, clean, and cute! We loved the outdoor area in the back. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Crystal R.

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

Nice stay

Really cute house walking distance to downtown. House was clean and great communication with the owner.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher D.

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

Cozy Cottage!

First time visiting the area. Perfect location. We have been using VRBO for over 10 years….wonderful place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom M.

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

Bardstown

Nice clean house conveniently located.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great stay

My wife and I had a great stay. The house was everything as states. Couldn’t ask for much more. We wouldn’t hesitate to stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lauren I.

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

Another great stay

This is our second time here and we enjoyed ourselves again. The house is in great walking location to downtown and the shops/restaurants. We live this little town and the areas around it.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

William L.

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

This is in a great location in Bardstown.

Great older home, very clean and well maintained. Easy walking distance to all the shops, and restaurants. I strongly recommend for enjoying Bardstown and especially the Bourbon Festival.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynn W.

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

Gorgeous Cottage!

Girls' weekend over 60. We loved the quick walk to bars, shops and dining! So much to do here! We toured a horse farm, My Old Ky Home, Abbey at Gethsemane, Had a lunch excursion on the Ky Dinner train. The only way to make it more than perfect would be a little Keurig coffee maker. Btw, there is a lovely drip machine.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terry J.

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

Great cottage with a great location

Spent 2 days on the Bourbon Trail and this was an awesome choice for our stay. House was clean, well equipped and the location couldn’t be beat. Within walking distance of so much in Bardstown. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

monica s.

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

Bourbon Trail

Perfect house for our party of four. Within walking distance to restaurants and museums
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Jennifer C., Cincinnati, Ohio

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

Great Location!

Cute house. Porch & back yard we’re great.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bruce J.

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

Bardstown Wedding

The property was lovely. Within walking distance of downtown Bardstown. A real gem. We definitely will be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori S.

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

Awesome Location

Great little cottage for a getaway to Bardstown. We found it to be very clean and comfortable in a great neighborhood. Everything was nicely updated and in working order. We absolutely loved it and it is an easy walk to shops, restaurants and bars. Highly recommended!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

JEFFREY B., Milton, TN, USA

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

Very Comfortable Cottage in a Perfect Location

The was a very comfortable stay for our party of four adults. The cottage is nicely furnished and includes plenty of well thought out amenities. We particularly enjoyed the back patio - even though we were just a block from downtown, it seemed very secluded. Pretty much anyplace you would want to visit in downtown Bardstown is within a five minute walk.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Khrista B.

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

Charming cottage

Loved our stay. We loved all the details and personal touches that made it a warm happy place. The high ceilings make the spaces even bigger. Love all the antique pieces. Thank you for your charming oasis. It was a great refuge for a busy wonderful weekend!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

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, "The Colonel" we bought and restored our first cottage, Pioneer Park Cottage in 1998. We have been in the hospitality business for over 20 years in Bardstown. We have restored 4 cottages for vacations rentals and In 2004 we purchased the Chapeze House, a 1787 Federalist Mansion on the court square and transformed it into The Kentucky Bourbon House, a Boutique Hotel with 2 suites; The Bourbon Loft and The Chapeze Suite. The Colonel teaches 2 classes there daily Monday-Saturday; Bourbon University and Bourbon Mixology Classes. We also host intimate wedding ceremonies and elopement packages. Couples can marry in the elegant parlor or in the formal garden that makes up the back yard.
Come experience our "Hospitality Kentucky Style"......

Why they chose this property

Pioneer Park was the first cottage my husband and I restored for a vacation property. It was a house built around 1910 by a local architect Osso Stanley. This cottage was built as a speculation house and there was an identical one built right beside it . That house was torn down in the 1990's for lack of attention.
This was the cottage that gave me the "bug" to restore old houses to date we have restored 7. It will always hold a special place in my heart!

What makes this property unique

If you are an avid Ghost Hunter, Pioneer Park is located across the street from the Pioneer Cemetery with gravestones dating back to the Revolutionary War. Located behind the cemetery is the Old County Jail where inmates were hung on the property. Many evenings you will see Patti Star's Ghost Tour coming through the cemetery and avid Ghost hunters snapping their cameras trying to catch a picture of an Orb!

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