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Captain's Cove+ Nolin Lake + Mammoth Cave + Arcade + Hot Tub, Expansive Lakefront Home on Nolin Lake...

Waterfront holiday home with kitchen and balcony

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Main Living Area with access to large deck
Arial View
Main floor kitchen
Ninja Cafe Lux Espresso machine provided
Kitchen Bar Seating

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 16278.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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  • Place, Nolin River Lake
  • Place, Nolin Lake State Park
  • Place, Mammoth Cave National Park

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

Bedroom 1

+6
4 Single Beds, 2 King Beds, 3 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area

About this property

Captain's Cove+ Nolin Lake + Mammoth Cave + Arcade + Hot Tub, Expansive Lakefront Home on Nolin Lake...

The Property:
5 BR, 3 BA I 2,978 Sq Ft I Multi Level Porches/Decks I Open Living I Large Basement with lots of games
Bedroom 1: King Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | Bedroom 3: King Bed +Full Futon, | Bedroom 4: Two Queen Beds | Bedroom 5: Twin Bunkbed, two Twin Beds (4 total) I Loft: Full sizeconvertible couch

OUTDOOR LIVING:



Large 2 side wrap-around deck, covered lower deck, fire pit, charcoal grill, gas grill, Pi Solo Pizza Oven, outdoor seating (both decks) and dining (Stone Table seats 6, Upper Deck) Round Table Seats 4 (Lower Deck)
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KITCHEN/DINING:



Fully equipped for cooking, 4-person breakfast bar, K-Cup coffee maker, drip coffee maker, blender, dishwasher, popcorn maker, Dining Table w/seating for 8

INDOOR LIVING:
Main Floor: Open Living to Kitchen/Dining, large leather couch and love seat, 55” TV, Gas Fireplace
Basement: Games: Shuffleboard Table, Foosball Table, Large Connect Four Wall Game, Tic-Tac-Toe Wall Game, Bourbon Stave Bar (Seats 4) 42” Flat-Screen TV (Bar Area), 70” Flat Screen Basement Living Area




GENERAL: Linens/towels, washer/dryer, free WiFi, central A/C & heating, starter toiletries, trash bags and paper towels



FAQ: Steps required for access to Master and Basement
PARKING: Driveway (6 vehicles)




Entertainment/Connectivity:
25-33 mbps Internet (fastest available) allows for streaming and video calls (if you have to work)

All TVs have streaming devices (Netflix/Amazon and others) as well as casting devices to stream from mobile device

The Area: 



MAMMOTH CAVE NATIONAL PARK: Green River Ferry (13 miles), Mammoth Cave Visitor Center & Tours (16 miles), River Styx Spring (16 miles), Diamond Caverns (16 miles)



MORE OUTDOOR FUN: Dog Creek Recreation Area - boat ramp (3 miles), Nolin Lake State Park - lake beach & boat ramp (6 miles), Wax Marina - boat rentals (6 miles), Mammoth Cave Canoe & Kayak (18 miles), Adventures of Mammoth Cave (20 miles)



NEARBY ATTRACTIONS: Double J Stables - horseback riding (7 miles), Blue Holler Off Road Park & Rentals (8 miles), Shady Hollow Golf Course (10 miles), Kentucky Down Under Adventure Zoo (27 miles)




AIRPORTS: Bowling Green-Woodhurst Airport (46 miles), Louisville International Airport (81 miles)

House Rules and Policies
- No smoking
- Dog Allowed with approval
- No events, parties or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply

- Photo ID required upon check-in
- Cleaning Fee is based on 16 guests
- NOTE: The property requires stairs and may be difficult for guests with limited mobility to Basement and Master Suite, however the main floor can be accessed without stairs
- No unregistered guests or visitors allowed. - Report any damages and/or breakages in a reasonably timely manner.
- Please don’t eat or drink in the bedrooms. - No illegal substances allowed on the premises. - Please don’t rearrange the furniture.
- Please respect the noise curfew of 10pm. – Exterior Cameras are on the premises to ensure the safety of the guest, neighbors and property.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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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 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 first aid kit

About the area

Cub Run

Located in Cub Run, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Cub Run Cave and Historic Grayson County Courthouse are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Nolin Lake State Park and Shady Hollow Golf Course.
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Cub Run, KY

What's nearby

  • Nolin River Lake - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Cub Run Cave - 16 min drive - 11.9 km
  • Nolin Lake State Park - 16 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Mammoth Cave National Park - 24 min drive - 19.1 km
  • Moutardier Marina - 45 min drive - 35.8 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Buoys - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Ponderosa Boat Dock On Nolin Lake - ‬28 min drive
  • ‪Birry's party barn - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Blue Holler Cafe - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Las Cabanas Resturant - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Captain's Cove+ Nolin Lake + Mammoth Cave + Arcade + Hot Tub, Expansive Lakefront Home on Nolin Lake... 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 Captain's Cove+ Nolin Lake + Mammoth Cave + Arcade + Hot Tub, Expansive Lakefront Home on Nolin Lake...?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Captain's Cove+ Nolin Lake + Mammoth Cave + Arcade + Hot Tub, Expansive Lakefront Home on Nolin Lake...?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Captain's Cove+ Nolin Lake + Mammoth Cave + Arcade + Hot Tub, Expansive Lakefront Home on Nolin Lake... located?

This family-friendly Cub Run holiday home is located on the waterfront, steps from Nolin River Lake and within 9 mi (15 km) of Mammoth Cave National Park and Nolin Lake State Park. Green River and Tall Man's Misery are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 70 out of 75 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 75 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 75 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 75 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 75 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Douglas S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice clean place with good amenities
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vince B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic accommodations !
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Camille W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Two families with 6 teens for our fall break enjoyed three days and 2 nights at the house. The house was even more beautiful than the pictures. A family dream house with endless activities for kids and adults. We loved how much there is to do in the area and we saw so much wildlife. It was quiet and beautiful. We didn’t want to leave! The house was over the top equipped for us. Wonderful, wonderful stay!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Katie C.

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

Beautiful home

The home was very beautiful and was just the right size for our family. We really enjoyed the quality family time that it provided.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin H.

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

Great place to stay.

My family came down with two other families and had a great time. The house was really nice and well-kept. The access to the lake was great and the kids loved playing on the floating raft. We would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brenda D.

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

Side by side trip

Beautiful and clean home. Would definitely stay again
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Conor M.

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

Perfect Lake House Getaway

The Captains Cove was a perfect place to stay for me and my friends! We would golf in the mornings and then come home to take advantage of the perfect location on the lake and the amenities of the home. Can’t recommend this VRBO enough for large groups!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adam L.

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

3 kids 4 adults December 3 day stay

House was great, arcade room for kids and kid amenities fantastic, kitchen utensils available the best I have had in staying at a VBRO property. Hot tub water smelled bad and looked dirty, heater quit working during stay, pilot for fireplace was out, and grill starter also didn’t work. Was able to get pilot lit and fireplace going as needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donald R.

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

Wish I could give this property 10 stars!

This property was beautiful, and had plenty of space for our friends weekend. The host was quick to respond to questions and really seemed to care that we had the best time ever. The TVs, the deck(s), the fire pit, the game room, everything was top notch! We just had a short walk to the water and wax marina was not far away at all! We will definitely return!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aneta S.

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

Great Stay Away from the City

We had a great experience staying at this property with our son, friends and their children. The house was super clean. Kids had a wonderful time fishing at the lake. Overall, we enjoyed our stay at this property away from the city life.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matt C.

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

Comfortable stay in wonderful surroundings.

My extended family had a great time kicking back in the house, enjoying the fire pit, and just enjoying the forest. We did some caving type things but they were pretty far away from the house so we ended up spending most of our time just playing and hanging out there.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Philip C.

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

Well Supplied!

We really enjoyed our stay there. We've stayed at many VRBOs in recent years and we've never seen one so well supplied! Games, tissues, toilet paper, kitchen utensils, lotions, everything!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cindy P.

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

Wonderful and Spacious Cabin

Was here with a group of friends, seven of us. The cabin was very spacious and accommodating. We appreciated all the extra provisions, and we even had a lot of fun playing foosball and shuffleboard in the game room downstairs! Wax Marina was not too far - where we rented a pontoon and then ate at Buoy’s, which was very good. I would highly recommend Captain’s Cove as a very comfortable place to stay in the Lake Nolin area. The owners have put together a very special place and thought of just about everything. We will have great memories of our time together there!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael V.

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

Wintertime hide-away

First time in a long time, the family was able to get together from different parts of the country. This was a great find. The game room was allot of fun for the kids and the dogs loved the outdoors. I would imagine the summertime would be awesome for fishing and boating fun.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patricia W.

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

One of the BEST rentals

Everything in this lake house was amazing. The place was spotless upon arrival. The kitchen was fully equipped and the grill was ready to go. The game room provided endless entertainment for all ages. The owners provided a whole pdf describing the area, places to eat and shop, and the best routes to Mammoth Caves. Our stay was excellent and we highly recommend booking a stay here.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We rented this amazing property for a reunion of college friends and a trip to Mammoth Cave. From the very beginning, Lee communicated well with lots of details and suggestions. Everything was so great for large group gatherings! Lots of seating and eating areas for everyone to be included with so much space inside and out! Everything was super clean, and there were lots of extras included. The views were great, and the kitchen well stocked with everything for cooking for the eight of us. Couldn’t ask for a better property for our weekend, and Lee was such a great host! Highly recommend renting this place!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Alyssa F., Ohio, California, Minnesota, D.C.

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

Fun and Beautiful!

The house is beautiful and functional. The basement was phenomenal for kids and the upstairs was a great gathering place for adults. The kitchen was incredibly well-equipped, which was great because we were far away from any restaurants or grocery stores. The water was warm and deep, and the kids and adults spent most of our time on floating rafts and paddle boards that we brought. Two things I didn’t realize: the dock/water is down a fairly steep hill from the house, so it could be tricky for someone with mobility issues to get there. Also, there’s no seating on the dock—I wished we’d brought some shaded folding chairs like some other folks did. All in all, we had a great time at Captain’s Cove!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ilene L.

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

I'm booking my next stay here now.

When my family gathers from around the country, we stay in and cook and play together the whole time. Most places say the kitchen is well equipped--this one had everything! Need a muffin pan? There are 3. We were well prepared for our meal prep but every time we missed something, it was there in the kitchen. The room arrangement worked out very well for us and our adult children, plus one kid and a dog. There was room for us all to be together and spaces to get away for a quiet read as well. Two full sized fridges were very handy. The internet went out for a while, but our host had a tech there working on it right away (with much consideration about getting it fixed without intruding on us). Lovely, verdant location; can't quite see the lake but it's there.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bobi Jo M.

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

Well stocked home

We enjoyed a very relaxing vacation with our four adult children and two dogs. Everyone had their own room and space. Home was well stocked with everything we needed. We cooked all of our meals at the home for the entire week and there was nothing we lacked! The only pizza was at a gas station about 20 minutes away. There are no restaurants close by so plan accordingly. We spent a day at Mammoth Cave (an hour’s drive one way) and another half day zip lining (again, hour’s drive). We enjoyed all the games provided- shuffleboard, cornhole, darts. The fire pit was stocked with firewood. The hot tub was fabulous! We walked daily to the lake- but be aware, the slope is very steep! What a leg workout! There was nobody at any of the closest neighbors which was so peaceful for us. During busy season where the other homes are booked, you need to be aware that Captain’s Cove fir pit and the neighbor’s fire pit are very near to one another as are the other homes. The upper deck and lower patio were used by everyone. Lee was wonderful to work with. He had noticed that a shuffleboard piece was missing so he told me that the Amazon delivery would be at the door when we arrived. We thoroughly enjoyed such a wonderful and peaceful vacation. Thank you to Lee and Blake for allowing us to use their beautiful home!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect family vacation spot! Kids enjoyed the downstairs tremendously and adults enjoyed the main level. Beautiful place, inside and out! Hosts were extremely responsive to my questions before arrival. If come back to this area, we will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Staci L.

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

Captains cove

We had a great time in the water . The house had plenty of room for everyone to have their own space . I was involved in a car accident the week before the stay so the hill down to the water almost killed me , but overall a great time was had by all
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sally F.

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

Very nice property

The house is very nice and clean. Great outdoor area. The kids enjoyed the games.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip M.

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

Perfect for families

Very spacious. Perfect for families. The kitchen was well stocked with utensils, pans, dishes. The kids loved the downstairs amenities. We hardly knew they were there. Large deck. Everything was exactly as described in listing.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful time at Captain’s Cove. The house was well suited to our family, with toys and books and entertainment for every age. It even had a pack n play and booster for the littles, even though we had brought our own. We used the hot tub and grill, visited Mammoth Cave (twice!) and Lost River Cave and Balance Distillery in Bowling Green. We put our kayaks in at the Dog Creek Recreational area, even though the State Park was closed, since we were there when the water was still high after the spring flooding. Plenty of space to spread out, but still gather together for family fun. Thanks Lee and Blake
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean B.

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

Great Golf Getaway

Group of 12 guys in the area to play some area golf courses. The property was great and suited our needs well. Plenty of room for all 12 of us to spread out, sleep and relax. Lee was great to work with, very responsive and quick to answer all questions about the area, local places to eat and general property inquiries. Would definitely look to stay there again if in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

About the host

Hosted by Lee and Blake

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We grew up in Kentucky and have lived in several states and are now Very happy to call Kentucky home again, especially after being stationed overseas in the military and moving for work multiple times. We have experienced living in other places across the country but truly love everything that Kentucky has to offer and hope to share our getaway with you.

Why they chose this property

We fell in love with this property based on the ability to accommodate a large group of friends and family and the proximity to both Nolin Lake and Kentucky's only National Park .

What makes this property unique

This property has WONDERFUL entertaining spaces! From the open main floor living area that extends to the large deck or the large basement that includes multiple televisions and games for both children and adults that also extends to a large covered porch. The basement bar was hand built using bourbon staves (3 full barrels) and pays homage to the uniqueness of the history of Kentucky Bourbon.

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