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Yard Geese - Close to the Ark Encounter

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A row of white houses with a signpost indicating directions to Rattler, Shanty, and Skipper.
A bedroom with two beds, a wooden ceiling, a small shelf with plants, and a chair.
A single-story house with a front porch, a small table and two chairs, and a potted plant.
A bathroom with a glass shower enclosure, a pedestal sink, a toilet, and a vanity with a mirror.
A residential area with houses labeled with various names like Monkey Motion, Blue Goose, and Flying Duck.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Along the lakeshore, this cottage accommodates 2 guests. It features a patio for outdoor enjoyment. Guests can explore Piddle Park and Dry Ridge Outlet Mall, while water activities like motorboating, kayaking, and swimming await at the marina.

Highlights

  • Centrally-located

    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Air-conditioning
  • Onsite parking available
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Non-smoking

Explore the area

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Dry Ridge, KY
  • Place, Piddle Park
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Ark Encounter
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Great American Ball Park
    ‪38 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cincinnati, OH (CVG-Cincinnati - Northern Kentucky Intl.)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

0 bedrooms (sleeps 2)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai

About this property

Yard Geese - Close to the Ark Encounter

Galloping Goose Cottages located Dry Ridge, Kentucky. We offer 10 cottages 8 with Queen Beds and 2 with Twin beds. All are fully equipped with Air Conditioning and Heat, Cozy beds with Luxurious Linens, Full Bathroom, ROKU Flat Screen Tv's, Wi-Fi, Mini Refrigerator, Microwave, and Keurig. The cottages are 190 Square feet. Parking on premises is available. They're located only minutes away from The Ark in Williamstown, KY! The Cottages are located next to a train track.
After making a reservation please be sure to check your email. The cottages are self check in. There is no office onsite. All check-in details such as address, access codes etc. will be located in that email.
After a reservation is made please complete the pre-checkin details sent to your email from RGC Enterprise Vacation Homes. Our address as well as places to eat and things to do in the area will be listed.
The Access code to your cottage is sent 3 days before your reservation via email.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Check out before 12:00 PM

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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

Smoking Permitted Outside Only

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2129237vb
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Dry Ridge

Located in Dry Ridge, this cottage is in a rural area and on a lake. Eagle Creek Country Club and Brianza Gardens & Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Piddle Park and Williamstown Lake. Ark Encounter and Kangaroo Walkabout are also worth visiting. Looking to get your feet wet? Kayaking, power boating and fishing adventures can be found near the property.
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Dry Ridge, KY

What's nearby

  • Piddle Park - 1 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Ark Encounter - 5 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Paycor Stadium - 38 min drive - 67.9 km
  • Great American Ball Park - 38 min drive - 68.9 km
  • Hard Rock Casino Cincinnati - 40 min drive - 70.3 km

Getting around

  • Cincinnati-Northern Kentucky Int'l Airport (CVG) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cracker Barrel - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Gold Star - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Yard Geese - Close to the Ark Encounter pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Yard Geese - Close to the Ark Encounter?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Yard Geese - Close to the Ark Encounter?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Yard Geese - Close to the Ark Encounter?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Yard Geese - Close to the Ark Encounter located?

Situated on a lake, this cottage is within 3 miles (5 km) of Piddle Park, Williamstown Lake and Dry Ridge Outlet Mall. William Arnold Log House is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 27 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 27 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 27 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 27 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Very nice property and room. I couldn't find room at first as I didn't see a name given. I tried the code to different doors and then got into room. There wasn't a phone number until you got into your room. I really liked the cabins and would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome place

Love it … very peaceful and met several wonderful people . Great location for the Ark Encounter .
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The neatest little place!

Check in was easy, quiet, beds were comfortable overall 5/5
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great little cottage

Great little cottage that is perfect for a quick getaway. Great location and neighborhood!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cute cottages near The Ark Encounter

The cottage was cute and cozy and very clean. We enjoyed our stay very much.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Summer Getaway

We had a great stay. The room was just right for our trip to the Ark Encounter and Creation Museum.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely Cottage

Absolutely everything we could want!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cozy

Just what we needed for a one night stay. It was very clean and quaint.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Best plan ever

This was an awesome experience my wife and I loved it here. It was way more then expected.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A great little cabin

We had a good stay. It was a great little cabin and the area around the rooms was fun and well-kept. The room was clean and comfortable and well stocked with everything we could need. It was exactly what we expected it to be. It was perfect for what we needed on this trip. I would definitely come back again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Trip with Mom and sister to the Ark

This was a long awaited trip for my sister and me to take my Mom to see the Ark. What a great time and the accommodations made the trip that much better. Great location, short trip to the Ark, easy access when we arrived. As long as you don't mind the train going by regularly (and we didn't) it is all good!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quick stop

Perfect spot to sleep and shower after visiting the ark or on your way somewhere else. Very easy to find. Check in was easy. Everything just as stated in the listing.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovation

Cute space/ lovely bathroom/comfy beds expected more room for the price. Luxurious linens overstatement. Checked in as only cottage filled, parking could be more guarded from the road. Cute place but overpriced
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Iowa

Overall the place was very clean and a nice place to stay. You have about the same amout of room as a regular hotel room without people above, beside, or below you to worry about. There were train tracks across the street but overall didnt bother us.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Cute place close to the Ark

Check in was easy and response was quick. The room was clean but one of the beds was less than a foot from the air conditioner making it hard to sleep comfortably. The location was conveniently close to the Ark, but also directly next to active train tracks. Trains went through multiple times a night. Lastly, the bathroom door was a barn door which is cute, but not functional at all. There were large gaps on both sides making things awkward.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location, cute place

Such an adorable little place. Everything was super clean. Just a few things you should know about... - Railroad track nearby and trains! We loved them, though! - The heater was about 8" from one of the beds. My mom woke in the middle of the night super dried out, so we had to move her bed into an awkward position in the room so it didn't blow directly on her anymore. - The bathroom door is a barn door and there is a 2" gap on both sides when the door is closed where anyone walking by can see in or hear anything. We didn't care but someone definitely may. - No extra blankets. We would probably stay again but would ask for a different room.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very close to the Arc and Creation museum.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Quaint Cottage

The cottage was quaint and close to attraction; however, I would rearrange the beds to keep away from the air conditioner/heat source. It should be noted that this cottage had two twin beds--should be indicated upon booking.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Ark visit

Cute place ! Convenient to the Ark for one night ..
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location

Wonderful Little Cabins..... Except.

The cabins were absolutely clean and wonderful. What a great concept as an alternative to hotels. I would give it a 5 star rating but I can't. I had the worst sleep because 300 feet away is an active train track. Every hour on the hour the cabin would shake followed by a deafening train horn.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great little cottage

Great little cottages in a nice little town. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Need a break from Illinois

We thought it was a cute cabin and a great concept for a venue. It was perfect for us.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Clean and just what I expected.

Easy to check in and had just what we needed for the night.
Stayed 1 night in May 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Convenient

This property was close to the convention site we were using. Worked very well for us. If you can’t sleep to the sound of trains passing by, bring a noise machine. Would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The individual cabins give you so much privacy. They are quaint, cozy, comfortable, and home like.

The entire process from booking, getting notifications between the booking and arrival, check-in and check-out is easy and convenient. I absolutely love staying here.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

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