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Modern Farmhouse Cottage on 250 Acre Farm Near Ark: No Cleaning Fee!

Cottage in Dry Ridge with kitchen and memory foam bed

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Private kitchen
Fire pit - we supply wood and fire starting supplies for 1 fire.
Miscellaneous
Living room
Miscellaneous

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 446.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Dry Ridge, KY
  • Place, Dry Ridge Outlet Mall
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Eagle Creek Country Club
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Ark Encounter
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cincinnati, OH (CVG-Cincinnati - Northern Kentucky Intl.)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Living Room

1 Double Sofa Bed

Loft

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Modern Farmhouse Cottage on 250 Acre Farm Near Ark: No Cleaning Fee!

Swiss Hills Cottage sits nestled on our 250 acre farm in Dry Ridge, KY. The interior is a thoughtfully designed modern-farmhouse-lover’s dream! Relax and enjoy beautiful sunsets, rolling hills, and peaceful pastures from the rocking chairs on our front porch OR from our beautiful fire pit. Take a leisurely walk and visit our friendly cows and goats. Conveniently located in Dry Ridge north of Williamstown, just 10 min off I-75 and 18 min from the Ark Encounter.

ABOUT OUR FARM:
In addition to milking cows, we raise beef cows, alfalfa hay, pumpkins, and cut flowers. We operate a pumpkin patch (Country Pumpkins) from mid-September through October each year complete with hayrides, corn mazes, and u-pick pumpkins. In 2025, we planted a micro apple orchard which will produce in 2027

You can visit our curious cows and friendly goats on a leisurely walk. The cows are located in a field a short distance behind the cottage and the goats are in a field near our red barn.


OTHER AMENITIES / NOTES:
Our private fire pit is cozy year round! It features seating for four (a porch swing and 2 Adirondack chairs) and a Solo Stove fire pit. Wood and fire starting supplies are provided. (Please note, the fire pit won't be available for bonfires if a "burn ban" is ever placed on our area. Rare, but it does happen.)

Children are welcome; however, please be aware the stairs to the loft are very steep.

This crisp, clean, modern-farmhouse cottage features shiplap walls and a 16' cathedral ceiling that makes the house feel larger than its 384 sq ft main floor plus 120 sq ft loft.

The house is strategically located so you can enjoy the best sunset view on the farm!

Main floor bedroom has a queen-sized bed with a memory foam mattress and cozy bedding.

There is also a full-sized sleeper sofa in the main living area.

The loft has another couch that folds down into a bed (futon).

***We have provided a twin-size 2" memory foam mattress topper to make the loft futon more comfortable for sleeping.***

Extra bedding, pillows, towels, hand soap, dish soap, shampoo, conditioner, body wash, and hair dryer are provided.

Things to do in Northern Kentucky: Country Pumpkins Fall Festival. The Ark Encounter, Creation Museum, Kentucky Horse Park, Turfway Park (horse racing), horse farm tours, Big Bone Lick State Park, Williamstown Lake, Boltz Lake, shopping, and dining. We are just 45 minutes from Cincinnati, OH where you can enjoy Reds games, Bengals games, Cincinnati Cyclones Hockey, the Cincinnati Zoo, the Newport Aquarium, Riverbend Music Center, Cincinnati Museum Center, shopping, and dining experiences.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 22
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Please note: loft stairs are very steep.
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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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
10 MPH speed limit on the gravel lane -- watch for children (especially during our fall festival)!
Because we operate a raw milk herd share, no guests are permitted around the dairy barn.
This is a working farm with heavy equipment and large animals. For your safety, please limit your exploring to 900 ft of our cottage.

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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock

About the area

Dry Ridge

Located in Dry Ridge, this cottage is in a rural area. Eagle Creek Country Club and Brianza Gardens & Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Ark Encounter and Kangaroo Walkabout. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Dry Ridge, KY

What's nearby

  • Grant County Park - 6 min drive - 8.5 km
  • Dry Ridge Outlet Mall - 6 min drive - 9.5 km
  • Piddle Park - 8 min drive - 11.2 km
  • Eagle Creek Country Club - 8 min drive - 9.2 km
  • Ark Encounter - 11 min drive - 18.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Beans - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Tacos Los Compadres - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Modern Farmhouse Cottage on 250 Acre Farm Near Ark: No Cleaning Fee! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Modern Farmhouse Cottage on 250 Acre Farm Near Ark: No Cleaning Fee!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Modern Farmhouse Cottage on 250 Acre Farm Near Ark: No Cleaning Fee!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Modern Farmhouse Cottage on 250 Acre Farm Near Ark: No Cleaning Fee!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Modern Farmhouse Cottage on 250 Acre Farm Near Ark: No Cleaning Fee! located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within 6 miles (10 km) of Grant County Park, Eagle Creek Country Club and Piddle Park. Dry Ridge Outlet Mall and Williamstown Lake are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

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10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Heather S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Adorable place to stay!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandy Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was perfect and the pictures do not show just how truly cozy this cabin is.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Woody W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place....so fun and cozy.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Monica M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a wonderful place to stay! Highly recommended!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phillip and Malissa W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Shelley and Matt were wonderful hosts. A charming and cozy place to stay. We were visiting the Ark encounter and this was close by and a great place to relax and unwind. We really enjoyed the modern farmhouse feel and all the attention to detail. Would absolutely recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bryce M.

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

Wish we had stayed longer

This was such an amazing stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cathy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an amazing stay at the cabin! The atmosphere is so cozy and it has to be the cleanest place we’ve have ever stayed at! We definitely recommend this cabin:)
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We absolutely loved our stay at this cozy cottage on the farm! The place was spotless, beautifully decorated for Christmas inside and out, we felt at home immediately. The peaceful sunset view, fire-pit and swing made for a wonderful evening that we all enjoyed.— the perfect spot to relax.Our hosts went above and beyond to make us feel welcome, we enjoyed homemade cinnamon buns that were truly delicious. Their kindness and hospitality made our stay extra special.Highly recommend this cottage to anyone looking for a clean, charming, and peaceful getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bill B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Private with lots of birds
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location and the home met our needs perfectly. It was beautiful, quiet, clean, and comfortable. The host was very responsive and thorough in communications.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greta P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Better than we expected! Beautiful view! Very clean and cozy.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mona D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely loved it! Great get-away, farm charm! Host thought of everything for a most comfortable stay. Nice and quiet, out of the city, beautiful country and great place to stay near The Ark Encounter. We will definitely be back!!!!!!!! I imagine this when the leaves change and how lovely and cozy it is in the winter. Any time of year, highly recommend! Enjoy!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Traci D.

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

Country Cottage

We had a wonderful stay. Not only is the cottage adorable; It is in a wonderful location and close to the Ark Encounter. The views were outstanding. The cottage was very well appointed and had everything we needed. The owner takes great pride in their rental. It was extremely clean and very comfortable. We would not hesitate to stay there again if ever in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margo G.

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

Excellent place!

The house was so clean, had everything we needed and the property was so peaceful and serene. A mother deer and her fawn even came out to say "hi" as I sat on the porch in the evening.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mario R.

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

Relaxing

Peacefully,I will recommended it is close to the ark and a lot of other attractions.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

John G.

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

Cozy Cottage, Dry Ridge

Excellent in all manner!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chad W.

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

Clean, quiet, and safe!

Perfect location for what we did, Ark Encounter, Creation Museum, Churchill Downs, and Claiborne Farm. Very clean, quiet and safe location. Amenities and Accommodations were perfect. Would def stay here again and highly recommend to anyone.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bryan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The moment we pulled up we were surprised at how beautiful the property and setting was. It is so quiet and serene. The cottage was so clean and had everything we needed. Some added perks were the popcorn and ice cream for us to enjoy. The bed was comfortable and the shower was nice and warm. We were able to enjoy the fire pit and swing, watching the beautiful sunset. It was one of our most enjoyable stays.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bridget A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This rental is perfect if you’re looking for a peaceful stay. The porch overlooks hills, there is a great view of the sunset, and cows are mooing in the background. The house itself is very clean and has everything you need. The host is excellent at communication and provides a list of things to do in the area and places to eat.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea L.

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

Fantastic

Absolutely fantastic stay! So glad we found this gem! From the hospitality to the house everything was superb. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea W.

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

Cozy and Relaxing

We had a very relaxing and cozy stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Jessica W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great. The only complaint we have is the sleeping amenities. The pull out bed from the couch was not comfortable at all. You could feel the bar under the mattress even with a mattress topper. The main bed is very, very firm. Other than that it was awesome and would recommend anyone to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey H.

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

Great relaxing stay

Very well marked and easy to locate even arriving after dark. Simple check in and check out. Clean and very welcoming. Very enjoyable weekend getaway to escape the go go go of everyday life!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pleasant, quiet, clean.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Penny L.

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

Perfect Quiet Getaway

Absolutely perfect! This tiny home had everything we needed & more. Very clean with lots of nice extra touches. We especially enjoyed the beautiful sunsets & wildlife.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

About the host

Hosted by Shelley Colson

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Shelley and her husband Matt have dreamed for years of owning their own rental property. It’s amazing to see it finally come to life here on our beautiful farm in Northern Kentucky. Our house name, Swiss Hills Cottage, honors the heritage of this land, home to Brown Swiss dairy cows since 1994. Matt’s parents still have a raw milk dairy operation on the farm to this day. In the fall, we also host the popular Country Pumpkins Fall Festival complete with u-pick pumpkins, hayrides, corn maze, petting zoo, and more.

What makes this property unique

Stunning Sunset Views
Beautiful Fire Pit
Peaceful Farm Setting
Newly Built Modern Farmhouse Cottage
Rocking Chairs on Front Porch
Location: 10 minutes off I-75, 18 minutes from Ark Encounter, 40 minutes from Creation Museum, 45 minutes from Downtown Cincinnati, 1 hr from Kentucky Horse Park.

Languages:

English

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