The Shady Pine @ Barren River Lake, KY~ Hot tub-Football-Fire Pit-Mammoth Cave

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A cozy cabin interior with a stone fireplace, leather sofa, and a chandelier.
A golf course with a dock and buildings, surrounded by water and greenery.
A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, a television displaying an NFL Sunday Ticket, and a group of people watching.
A spacious wooden cabin interior with a large living area, a dining table, and a fireplace.
A two-story wooden house with a stone foundation, a porch with a railing, and an American flag.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 1% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Ping pong on-site
    A rare find — challenge friends and family to endless matches.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool on site
  • Porch or veranda
  • Barbecue
  • Kitchen
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Fountain Run, KY
  • Place, Scottsville Cemetery
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Barren River Lake
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Place, Barren River Lake State Resort Park
    ‪17 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

1st Floor Bedroom

1 King Bed

2nd Floor Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2nd Floor Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Loft

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

2nd Floor Bath

Toilet · Shower only

First Floor Full Bath

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Dining area

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About the area

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Located in Fountain Run, this cabin is on the waterfront. Fort Williams and Plaza Theatre are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Barren River Lake and Barren River Lake State Resort Park. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and hiking nearby.
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Fountain Run, KY

What's nearby

  • Scottsville Cemetery - 14 min drive - 18.2 km
  • Allen County Courthouse - 14 min drive - 18.6 km
  • Barren River Lake - 16 min drive - 20.4 km
  • Barren River Lake State Resort Park - 17 min drive - 22.4 km
  • Mammoth Cave National Park - 47 min drive - 68.3 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Rusty’s Lakeside Pub - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Mountain Valley Water Co - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Country Bakery - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Duffer’s Bbq - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Lee's Country Cafe - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Shady Pine @ Barren River Lake, KY~ Hot tub-Football-Fire Pit-Mammoth Cave pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Shady Pine @ Barren River Lake, KY~ Hot tub-Football-Fire Pit-Mammoth Cave?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Shady Pine @ Barren River Lake, KY~ Hot tub-Football-Fire Pit-Mammoth Cave?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Shady Pine @ Barren River Lake, KY~ Hot tub-Football-Fire Pit-Mammoth Cave?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Shady Pine @ Barren River Lake, KY~ Hot tub-Football-Fire Pit-Mammoth Cave located?

Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly cabin is within 12 mi (20 km) of Scottsville Cemetery, Barren River Lake and Barren River Lake State Resort Park. Allen County Courthouse is 10.1 mi (16.3 km) away.

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. 155 out of 156 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 156 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 156 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 156 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 156 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean , great Host , she takes pride in this place , will stay here again soon
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
There isn’t anything I can think of to improve what this property offers. The owners have thought of everything. Very clean, well stocked, and have gone the extra mile with making your stay a wonderful experience and memory.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 22 September 2026
Thank you for the kind words! We hope you'll visit again, soon. :)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved everything about this place! Absolutely beautiful and very peaceful. We had a small issue with the AC, but host was VERY quick to get it fixed for us. Goes to say that she cares! Will definitely be staying there again in the near future. Thanks again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 August 2026
Glad you enjoyed the cabin! Hope to see you again, soon. :)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful family get together weekend. This home was spotlessly clean and provided all the amenities you could possibly need for a great vacay. We enjoyed the hot tub and played games on the patio. My grandkids loved the game room downstairs. The hosts have thought of everything! We will definitely go again! 10 out of 10! Thank you for sharing your home!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 August 2026
Thanks, Susan! Come back, anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We absolutely loved The Shady Pine at Barren River Lake, with one caveat: we arrived after dark, and I don't recommend that. My GPS provided street names and our directions were based on the route numbers and cell service was very spotty. Melissa was great - we called and told her where we were and she was able to verify that our GPS was correct - thankfully! Shady Pines is fully stocked with everything you could want. The weather was very hot so we rented a boat and spent a day on the lake (great swimming!) and went to Mammoth Cave twice which is amazing - and cool. Overall, we were very pleased with our accommodations and had a great time!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 22 September 2026
Come back, anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house was perfect for our family trip for spring break. The house and the host are absolutely fantastic! We would recommend this property to friends and family! The host provided helpful information about the property and the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 29 July 2026
Glad you enjoyed the cabin and Kentucky! Come back, anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host truly thought of everything! From towels for the hot tub and blankets for the fire pit to extra toothbrushes and toothpaste in case you forgot to bring them, we will definitely come back again. Thank you for a wonderful girls’ weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 9 July 2026
We all need more girls’ weekends. :) I hope y’all visit again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The grandkids absolutely loved the game room. We felt very comfortable allowing them to entertain themselves in the mornings in that room. They lived in the hot tub half the afternoons of our stay. We had karaoke night that was hilarious! We now know of some hidden talent and why some should keep their day jobs! I do recommend privacy blinds in the bathrooms and bedrooms that face the house nearby. We created our own privacy curtains.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 22 September 2026
Family karaoke is cheaper than therapy! Encores welcome, anytime. :)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a lovely stay! Our host was so accommodating and everything was as pictured on the listing. In fact, it was even better than I thought because there was a table that sat 8-10 people inside the house that I didn't realize we would have! And the hot tub was brand new as well. My kids loved the basement with all of its funtivities, and we loved snuggling up on the couch with a fire crackling away. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 May 2026
So glad you enjoyed the cabin! Come back and visit, any time! ⛺️🌲🐿️🔥
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very private and had everything you needed. Owners checked via text to make sure we didn’t need anything too.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 29 July 2026
Love the pics. :) Come back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nicely done. Information was provided right at the point it was needed. The welcome bucket with S'mores fixings was great. The house was beautiful.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 April 2026
THANK YOU! We hope to have you and your family back, soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cabin was very comfortable, clean and in a great location. The hosts were responsive, helpful and made the whole trip easy from booking to check out.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 February 2026
Thank you! ❤️
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay. The cabin was amazing and had everything we needed and then some. Location is beautiful, although the lake didn’t have water in the cove just a short walk down from the dock and there it was. We generally are not board game people but played every night. One small issue with the hot tub but the host was very proactive and corrected our problem. We look forward to visiting again this summer.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a perfect family getaway home. Thoughtful decorating and every amenity you would want. Kitchen is well stocked.Perfect holiday.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 December 2025
So happy to hear that you and your family had a great Thanksgiving holiday. 🍗🍗🍗 Y’all are welcome back next year!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The hosts were very accommodating! Responded quickly, which made planning things way easier. You can 100% tell they pay attention to detail, and offer many amenities! This cabin was absolutely perfect for an all girls weekend cabin trip! We felt very safe.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 19 March 2026
So glad you enjoyed your stay. You’re welcome back, anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was so nice! We loved it here! Comfortable beds, well stocked kitchen, game room, beautiful deck, the host has really gone above and beyond.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Truly amazing and welcoming. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 February 2026
Thank you!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect anniversary getaway

We had such a relaxing time in this beautiful cabin for our anniversary, everything was thoughtful and cozy, one of the best vrbo’s we have ever stayed. We can’t wait to come back (or build a cabin just like this one!)
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 19 September 2023
Awesome! So glad you are coming back this fall. Can't wait to see where you land, maybe we'll be neighbors. : )
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Best cabin we ever stayed at!

This cabin comes fully packed with everything you could possibly need. It was a great place for us to stay at. I highly recommend this place to everyone!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 19 September 2023
Aylissia, thanks for the nice words!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The best vacation rental we have ever used! So much thought put into the little details that made it feel so homey. The cabin is beautiful and you can’t beat the location. We rented a boat at a nearby marina, but decided we would have been just as happy hanging around the cabin.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Weekend getaway!

We had a wonderful time at the cabin! Every little detail was perfect. This place is perfect for a relaxing getaway. We will definitely stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 19 September 2023
Thank you! We love to hear people say “relaxing” bc we all need some of that these days. Please come again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was very clean. Plenty of things for all ages to do. Kitchen well stocked. House open and welcome. The lids loved the smores kit they left.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 February 2026
Happy to host you guys anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing getaway

Our experience was excellent from beginning to end!!! Definitely recommend this cabin experience for anyone!!!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 19 September 2023
Thanks, Starla!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

New years

Nice relaxing stay
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent experience

Our second time at this cabin! Always so clean and friendly and they think of all the “little things” that make it a truly enjoyable visit!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 31 January 2025
We love our repeat guests! ❤️
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