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Interior
Living area
Private kitchen
Private kitchen
Dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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  • Place, My Old Kentucky Home State Park
  • Place, Maker's Mark Distillery
  • Place, Heaven Hill Bourbon Heritage Center

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Guesthouse

Relax off the beaten path but close to conveniences! We are located within 8 miles to Maker’s Mark and Limestone Branch Distilleries, and 17 miles to Bardstown. We do live in the main house on the farm, detached and private from this unit.
It makes us the perfect getaway for 2 adults! (This unit has a maximum capacity of 2 adults with no exceptions) We pride ourselves on making this affordable, beautiful property, the perfect choice for your bourbon adventure.
Of special note:
If you are looking to be close to town then this probably isn’t for you. We are about 3.5 miles to a grocery store and 10 miles to Lebanon which is the largest town in the area with a Walmart.

This area is remote and surrounded by woods, creeks, and ponds. We do our absolute best to keep pests away from the residence but, unfortunately, they get in from time to time. We also have chickens that roam around and 3 cats that love people and tend to be lacking in manners.

While the internet works great most all the time, this property is in the country, with very limited options for service, outages can happen and are completely beyond our control. If you MUST have internet for your stay, we suggest you take this into consideration. Refunds will not be given for internet outage.

We do allow one dog, under 50lbs, with a pet fee of $30.00 per stay. We ask that you crate the dog when away and not allow the dog on the furniture. This rental is not appropriate for children, and has an absolute maximum capacity of two adults with no exceptions.

If you are looking for a clean, peaceful, relaxing getaway with plenty privacy then this is for you.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Absolutely no aggressive dogs
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No flushable wipes, feminine products, etc down toilet. Toilet paper only.
No pets allowed on furniture. Pets must be crated when left alone. Pet owners are responsible for cleaning all waste left by pets in the yard.
When booking with pets, Pet owners assume all financial responsible for any damage done by pets.

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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

About the area

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Raywick, KY

What's nearby

  • Maker's Mark Distillery - 24 min drive - 13.8 km
  • The Abbey of Gethsemani - 28 min drive - 24.6 km
  • Heaven Hill Bourbon Heritage Center - 37 min drive - 33.4 km
  • Bourbon Heritage Center - 37 min drive - 33.4 km
  • Lux Row Distillers - 39 min drive - 37.1 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Maker's Mark Distillery - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Maker's Mark Tasting Room - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Cozy Corner Tavern & Restaurant - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Backroad Burger Co. - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Star Hill Provisions - ‬19 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Guesthouse pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Guesthouse?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Guesthouse?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Guesthouse located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Maker's Mark Distillery, Limestone Branch Distillery and Spring View Hospital. Marion County Heritage Center and Marion County Public Library are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 90 out of 94 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 94 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 94 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 94 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 94 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Timothy O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was awesome and relaxing.I would recommend it to anyone.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved it! It was just what we needed to get away for a few days! The guesthouse was comfortable and inviting with many thoughtful details and amenities. The surrounding countryside of Raywick was beautiful! Thank you for a lovely stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My husband and I listed our home for sale and needed to be away for the weekend. We were also looking for a pet-friendly place, and this spot was perfect. It’s peaceful, tucked away from the busy areas, and we even saw some deer during our stay. One evening, the cats came by to visit us too, which was such a sweet touch. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam F.

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

Great country stay

Very remote location, quiet and peaceful with lots of nature to enjoy. Clean and welcoming accomodations, comfy bed, fire pit, friendly cats 'stalking' the property (so cute), and zero disturbances. Very close to Maker's Mark tour location. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jen F.

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

Beautiful setting and guest house

Kelli was a fantastic host! Her property was immaculate and very comfortable. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bernadette R.

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

Sweet place along the Bourbon Trail

We really enjoyed our stay. It’s a small house but perfect for a couple. Clean, quiet, and all the amenities of home. The cats really made us feel welcome! It’s in the middle of farm country, which we loved, while still an easy drive to Bardstown.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
The area was quiet and was easy to relax in. The guesthouse had everything we needed. The only suggestion we have would be to maybe have a folder with some suggestions of things to do in the area or local restaurants and maybe instructions on working the TV. We had a great stay and would definitely recommend it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine H.

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

Relax and Golf

My husband and I truly enjoyed staying at this location. Beautiful view and so peaceful. Close to golf courses and stores. Very clean!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Sara W.

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

very cozy unit

I had planned to work on some crafts and the table and accompanying chairs were uncomfortable for sitting for a long period of time. We were VERY grateful for the AC window units as it was a HOT week in KY.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

TISHA K.

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

Great Place

This is the 3rd time staying. Can not ask for a better place to stay. Kelli and Jason are so accomodating. GReat gem. Quite and restful. Looking for Novemember and possibly sooner.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katrina B., Arkansas

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

Vacation

We loved this property! We scheduled and then needed to add our four legged kids and they allowed us to with no problems. We were very comfortable and they had so many extras that have never been provided when staying at other VRBO's. The deer and turkeys we seen were a side benefit for my husband. We appreciate the chance to stay and we would like to again sometime.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

MARY M.

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

Peaceful home away from home

A wonderful place to stay within the rolling hills in bourbon country. Beautiful deer wandering through the yard were a sports man’s dream. Fun loving concierge cats made us feel right at home, welcoming and seeing us safely out. The home away from home was very comfortable and clean decorated with local and seasonal flares. The home has everything needed for a stay including thoughtful caring management. Highly recommend. It’s a wonderful oasis.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim J.

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

Country Living

This spot was purrfect for my hubby and myself. Really enjoyed hanging with the outside kitties. If I didn’t already have 5 at home, I may have “borrowed” the big gray cat. The accommodations were everything we could have asked for. The bed was super comfortable. Beautiful place in the country…even got delayed on the road due to a calf getting out of a pasture down the road. Did get to see some deer in the yard the first night. A basic direct route into Bardstown and easy to get to the Amp concert venue at Log Still distillery. Would definitely stay here again. Peaceful and quiet setting.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Cindy S.

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

Out of the Way

The guest house was part of the garage. It was clean but was very small, not what I was expecting in a VRBO. I was shocked that I couldn’t flush TP down the toilet, was instructed to put it in the garbage can that was next to it.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gerard Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location is remote but very easy to find with GPS and very convenient to our destinations. Very clean, well equipped and well maintained rental. This is a very good rental!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was wonderful. Very peaceful.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute little guest house. It had everything we needed for our stay. Very comfortable and very quiet. Great place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emma B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the peace, tranquility and abundance of bright stars. Enjoyed the two friendly cats too.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

carrie d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was absolutley perfect for my husband and I. Beautiful property and location. Even with it being close to the main house we still felt like we had tons of privacy. Loved the stray cats, the deer that greeted us almost everytime we left and returned. Thanks again for the wonderful stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a great stay. They place was so cute. It was quite and just what we want for our time away.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tishakorner2015@gmail.com M.

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

Another great stay.

Great location. We stay 3 to 4 times a year. Love the peace and quite. Kelli and Jason are great host. Quick to answer any questions or needs
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Carolyn D.

Disliked: Check-in, communication

Could not get in the apartment-ended up not staying but paying

Purchased for my 80 year old parents. They were registered as the couple that would stay in the VBRO. I even messaged the owner that they would be staying.. They could not get in the door, didn't know the code. They called the owner and were not helped. They just told them that it was in an email to me. I was unavailable- mowing the law. My parents were treated rudely, without respect. After being at the door, trying to get the door code for an hour, they left the property. This is not the way to do business. It was a gift to my parents that they would have loved but they ended up feeling disrespected. They did enjoy the trip to Bardstown with the exception of starting this trip out on a very sour note. I do not exaggerate when I say that I am a long time user of VBRO and have never been let down- this however was ridiculous!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Spencer S.

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

Clean and quiet!

It was everything advertised, clean, well furnished, and a quiet atmosphere. Thanks Kelly!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bridget C.

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

Derby Weekend Reunion

We loved this property. It was about 15-20 minutes from our activities in Bardstown and New Haven but the drives were scenic. Beautiful property in the country. Very peaceful with lots of nature surrounding. It was very cozy and comfortable and had everything we needed. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tishakorner2015@gmail.com M.

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

Great place

I have lost count on times we have stayed. Kelli & Jason are great host
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

About the host

Hosted by Kelli and Jason Hardesty

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We are a family of 4 that decided to leave the hustle and bustle of the city to return to our hometown 4 years ago. We purchased this farm and built our dream farmhouse on the property. We are both work in healthcare and appreciate the peace and tranquillity our small farm offers. We hope you love it like we do.

Why they chose this property

This property has been in my husband’s family for years and my husband grew up just down the road. He always loved the spot on the hill where we built our house.

What makes this property unique

We enjoy the peace and quiet of this property and being so close to our family and close life long friends

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