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Lakefront Diamond on The Rough

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Cozy shaded front porch
Sandy Beach is a short boat or kayak ride away
Newly remodeled and landscaped.
Side deck with patio furniture and grill
Large back yard

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Fireplace
    A rare find - cosy up in front of a warm, inviting fireplace.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Falls of Rough, KY
  • Place, Rough River Lake
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Rough River Dam State Resort Park
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Place, Historic Grayson County Courthouse
    ‪26 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Lakefront Diamond on The Rough

Newly renovated lakefront home with lots of charm. Have a relaxing evening by the fire pit or enjoy kayaking to sandy beach. This home offers plenty of parking for cars and vehicles with boats. Neighborhood boat launch located 2 tenths of a mile away. This home is fully stocked with amenities for your comfort and relaxation. Large private back yard with a new cozy fire pit. There are two, two person kayaks that can be carried to the waters edge. We are a mile away from Rough Rivers Sandy Beach hang out spot. Our boat launch is very convenient and located 2 tenths of a mile from this home. We also have 2 other cabins in the area that will accommodate a need for large groups who want to be close. The two cabins are Creekside Retreat and A Frame of Mind. We are also a side by side and golf cart friendly community if you would like to take evening rides around the neighborhood. Feel free to bring one along.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2895039vb
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Falls of Rough

Located in Falls of Rough, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Historic Grayson County Courthouse and Bill Monroe Homeplace are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Rough River Dam State Resort Park and Rough River Lake.
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Falls of Rough, KY

What's nearby

  • Rough River Lake - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Rough River Dam State Resort Park - 21 min drive - 21.1 km
  • Leitchfield City Hall - 25 min drive - 30.5 km
  • Historic Grayson County Courthouse - 26 min drive - 30.9 km
  • Leitchfield City Park - 27 min drive - 32.6 km

Getting around

  • Louisville International Airport (SDF) - 93 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Little Dave's Restaurant & Pizza - ‬30 min drive
  • ‪Porgies Chow Wagon - ‬29 min drive
  • ‪Fiddlers - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Grayson's Landing - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Rough River Knotty Pine - ‬29 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lakefront Diamond on The Rough pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Lakefront Diamond on The Rough?

As of 22 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lakefront Diamond on The Rough on 6 January 2027 start from NZ$492, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Lakefront Diamond on The Rough?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Lakefront Diamond on The Rough?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakefront Diamond on The Rough?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lakefront Diamond on The Rough located?

Situated in Falls of Rough, this golf holiday home is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Rough River Lake and within 12 miles (20 km) of Rough River Dam State Resort Park and Lafayette Golf Course. Pine Knob Theatre and Leitchfield City Hall are also within 20 miles (32 km).

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. 30 out of 32 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 32 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 32 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jake W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice place & very nice people !
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paula T.

Liked: Location
Our Family really enjoyed our time at Diamond in the Rough. The home was very clean and well appointed. It was in a very private setting with a very large fire pit. The deck and front porch were very nice places to sit and relax. We wish we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 9 June 2026
Thank You Paula for the wonderful review. We are happy to hear you enjoyed your visit and had the opportunity to relax. We would love for you and your family to visit again !!!! It’s beautiful in the fall also. Thank You Christy Goatley 😊
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ethan P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an excellent stay! Or family just needed to relax. Everything was great at the house with a nice fire. Unfortunately the lake was very low so large activities were limited. Nonetheless, we for too explore some of the Amish general stores and General George's distillery, which I would highly recommend
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 31 May 2026
Ethan !!!! We are happy to hear your stay was relaxing and you all had the chance to explore. Yes .. the water level has been down due to lack of rain. The lake is beautiful in the summer and fall so keep us in mind if you have the opportunity to visit again. Thank You for staying with us 😊 Joe & Christy Goatley
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mia W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family friendly, clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy W.

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

GREAT PLACE TO STAY

GREAT PLACE TO STAY WE WILL BE STAYING THERE AGAIN IN A FEW MONTHS
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

LISA C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We absolutely loved the outdoor fire-pit and large back yard. We loved the corn hole boards. The living room was perfect...loved the new furniture!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 15 October 2025
Lisa !!!! We are so happy you all enjoyed your weekend and decided to stay with us again. Yes !!!! The living room furniture has added a comfy touch to the room. Please come back and stay with us again. Thank You Christy 😊
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary C.

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

Amazing Everything you need for relaxing stay

Clean, beautiful… fine details with everything you need! Easy access to River. Responsive and kind host. So wonderful for family time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brett B.

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

Awesome quiet place

Nice and quiet. Paved roads were nice to get out on the Harley and go sight seeing around the area. I would stay there again.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 March 2025
Brett !!!! Glad to hear you all enjoyed your stay at Diamond on the Rough. We love repeat guests !!! Thank You Christy & Joe Goatley
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gerry M.

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

Great place to relax

Just did a little kayaking and relaxing. Was a perfect getaway location.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 8 August 2023
Thank You Gerry for staying with us!!!! We are glad you all enjoyed your weekend and love when guests return for another stay. Joe & Christy Goatley
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas R.

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

Awesome time!

The house was clean and in an awesome location right on the lake. Very peaceful stay and everyone we met throughout the week was extremely nice!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 20 June 2024
Thank You for staying with us !!!!! We would love to have you and your family as guests again. Please keep us in mind if you come back to the lake. Joe & Christy Goatley
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristine M.

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

It was a shining diamond on the rough river!

Great home to get away with my family for the week. Under an hour drive to mammoth caves. Loved using the kayak’s and paddling around the Rough River. Great stay
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Taylor L.

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

Loved it

Great time
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rodney R.

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

4-night get-away

Nice property. Secluded which we loved. Access to the lake. Nice sitting area for the group to spend time together in the evenings.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

melanie p.

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

Senior trip

My son and a few of his friends stayed for their senior spring break. It was a nice little get away from them.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 April 2023
Thank You for staying with us and would love to have you back as guests. Joe & Christy Goatley
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jo T.

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

Reunion

The cabin was so cute, clean and very well stocked. The decor was awesome. We saw deer both days and watched the squirrels play in the backyard. So peaceful.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer D.

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

Cozy cabin

We loved our weekend stay at the Diamond on the Rough! It was very comfortable and stocked with everything we needed! The pots and pans were great and that’s usually our complaint with rentals. We would definitely come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 April 2023
Jennifer, We are thrilled to hear that you and your family enjoyed your getaway at Diamond on the Rough. We would love to have you as guests again and thank you for the review. The lake is beautiful in the summer if you can get way for another weekend. Thank You for staying with us Christy & Joe Goatley
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sean M.

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

Great stay

The only downside was lack of internet. But given the creek and the lake right there kinda didn’t matter. If you want to get away from everything and just unplug and have fun then stay here.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tanya K.

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

Peace and quiet

Would stay again. Beautiful location. House has everything you need. Fantastic hosts. After microwave quit working, they brought us a brand new one to use for the remainder of our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

MARTIN B.

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

Diamond rental at Rough River

Great location in a quiet neighborhood with a launching ramp minutes away. The house was well built and maintained with an attention to detail. The property was spacious and included a fantastic fire pit. Plenty of parking and a pull thru driveway.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Sue F.

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

Stay

Everything was good. Couch could use an update and internet was not reliable. Other than that it was a good stay. Private location.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Beautiful!!

This little cabin is absolutely beautiful. We went for a girls trip and it was the perfect size for 6 adults. Very spacious and the beds were super comfortable. The kitchen was fully stocked with everything we could have needed as well. The only thing I would change or add is party lights or some source of lighting down by the fire pit. Overall a great little getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 29 September 2022
We will definetly look into adding lights
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ST K.

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

Family Weekend Stay at the Diamond

My family of 4 was in the area for a wedding. We loved our stay at Christy and Joe's place! The house was clean, spacious, and comfortable. There was plenty of room for us to spread out and having 2 bathrooms was definitely a plus. Because of the weather (it was rainy all weekend) we unfortunately didn't get to enjoy any of the outside spaces. Check in and check out were quick and easy, and Christy and Joe always responded to any communication in a timely manner. I would not hesitate to recommend staying at this fantastic home if you are in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 June 2025
Thank You for stay with us and the raving review. If you are ever traveling in the area again - please come back. We would definitely rent to this family again. They left our place in excellent condition, followed the house rules and communication was outstanding. 5 star guest review 😊
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Lake life

Cabin was perfect and spotless. Parking was great. Front porch, deck and fire pit area was perfect . We could walk down to the lake but couldn't swim from there due to low water levels and it is a little steep. We did go to the boat ramp in the neighborhood and swim there the 2nd day. Water was nice. We were there on the hottest weekend!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna H.

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

Wonderful unit

Our stay was wonderful. Unit was very clean and updated. The only downside to the unit is there is no closets or drawers in bedrooms to unpack our stuff. However with that said that would not prevent us from staying there next year as it was a nice place. Owners were VERY responsive when I had questions. . Thanks to Joe and Christy.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hannah K.

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

Best stay ever!!

This house was an absolute dream!! It came with everything we needed and more! The kitchen had everything we needed to be able to cook each meal which made it so enjoyable as a family. The house has an accessible grill, fire pit with wood and starters, access to the lake, provided towels, Wi-Fi, and SO much more. The hosts were extremely friendly and did everything they could to make this an enjoyable vacation. They always quick to respond and extremely helpful. 10/10 in my book and would love to stay here again!!! -The Kepple’s
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 July 2023
Thank You Hannah for the wonderful review. We are so happy your family enjoyed their time at the lake. We would love to have you as guests again. Thank You for staying with us !!!! Joe and Christy Goatley

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