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Beautifully updated riverside 1840 cottage on the bourbon trail near Danville

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10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 1% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Perryville, KY
  • Place, Perryville Battlefield State Historic Site
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Fort Harrod State Park
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Great American Dollhouse Museum
    ‪17 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Living Room 1

1 Queen Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Beautifully updated riverside 1840 cottage on the bourbon trail near Danville

Historical Haven is a unique cottage that will not disappoint. This renovated circa 1840 Dry Goods/General Store is located on Merchants Row in the historic town of Perryville, KY. Take a step back in time as you visit one of the only intact 19th-century mercantile districts in the nation. Enjoy a historical walking tour and do some shopping as you take in the scenery. With riverside views and a large deck it’s an ideal place to stay for a Bourbon Trail excursion, a visit to Centre College in Danville, attend a local wedding, to visit the many historic attractions in the surrounding area, or just relax and unwind . An ideal place for short and long term stays for tourists and business travelers alike. Please note both bedrooms are located upstairs (stairs are steep) and only bathroom is located downstairs. Due to steep nature of stairs, property may not be suitable for small children or individuals with difficult using steps.

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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

    Children allowed: ages 0–17
    Steep steps may not be suitable for young children
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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 # 3517786vb
    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
    Long-term renters welcome
    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 deadlock

    About the area

    Perryville

    Located in Perryville, this cottage is on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Constitution Square State Park and Fort Harrod State Park, while Perryville Battlefield State Historic Site and Norton Center for the Arts are cultural highlights. Jones Visual Arts Center and Community Arts Center are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding.
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    Perryville, KY

    What's nearby

    • Perryville Battlefield State Historic Site - 4 min drive - 4.1 km
    • Fort Harrod State Park - 14 min drive - 21.2 km
    • Great American Dollhouse Museum - 17 min drive - 20.2 km
    • Wilderness Trail Distillery - 18 min drive - 20.8 km
    • Pioneer Playhouse - 19 min drive - 22.9 km

    Restaurants

    • ‪Atoka Catering - ‬7 min drive
    • ‪Merchants Row Cafe - ‬1 min walk
    • ‪Battlefield Station - ‬5 min walk
    • ‪The Farmhouse Restaurant - ‬14 min drive

    Frequently asked questions

    Is Beautifully updated riverside 1840 cottage on the bourbon trail near Danville pet-friendly?

    No, pets are not allowed at this property.

    How much is parking at Beautifully updated riverside 1840 cottage on the bourbon trail near Danville?

    On-site parking is available at the property.

    What time is check-in at Beautifully updated riverside 1840 cottage on the bourbon trail near Danville?

    Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

    What time is check-out at Beautifully updated riverside 1840 cottage on the bourbon trail near Danville?

    Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

    Where is Beautifully updated riverside 1840 cottage on the bourbon trail near Danville located?

    Situated on a river, this cottage is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Perryville Battlefield State Historic Site and within 12 miles (20 km) of Jones Visual Arts Center and Norton Center for the Arts. Community Arts Center and Great American Dollhouse Museum are also within 12 miles (20 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. 35 out of 36 reviews
    Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 36 reviews
    Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 36 reviews
    Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 36 reviews
    Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 36 reviews

    10/10

    Cleanliness

    10/10

    Check-in

    10/10

    Communication

    9.8/10

    Location

    10/10

    Listing accuracy

    Reviews

    Verified

    10/10 Excellent

    Eva T.

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
    Absolutely beautiful property! Loved the whole community!!
    Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
    Verified

    10/10 Excellent

    Rebecca W.

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
    The cottage has everything needed
    Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2026
    Verified

    10/10 Excellent

    ben t.

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
    Great place to stay, with great views of the creek/river directly out the back door! Jon was a great host and responded to messages very quick. Definitely will stay again when up visiting family.
    Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
    Verified

    10/10 Excellent

    Pamela W.

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
    Loved our stay, very clean and a great location. Enjoy the shops next door. We enjoyed the back patio and the games provided.
    Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
    Verified

    10/10 Excellent

    Zachary L.

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
    Terrific house and wonderfully decorated place to walk into! Easy to get to and wonderful spot to walk around from!
    Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
    Verified

    10/10 Excellent

    Kirk J.

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
    Great location, walk to shops and food/coffee. Well kept home w/ lors of amenities. The only bathroom had a small shower w/ low water pressure. Bed very comfortable and great host.
    Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
    Verified

    10/10 Excellent

    David A.

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
    We really enjoyed our stay at Perryville. The rental was very nice and comfortable. We would go again.
    Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
    Verified

    10/10 Excellent

    Gayle W.

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
    This was a great property. Communication with owner was fantastic. Would stay again.
    Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
    Verified

    10/10 Excellent

    kaci T.

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

    Beautiful property

    We had an amazing time!
    Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
    Response from VrboOwner on 15 May 2025
    So glad you enjoyed your stay!
    Verified

    10/10 Excellent

    Kellie H.

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

    Great stay

    Wonderful. Clean and perfect. Would definitely stay here again.
    Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
    Response from VrboOwner on 22 June 2025
    Thanks so much for your kind review. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay!
    Verified

    10/10 Excellent

    Kevin A.

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

    Lovely place.

    Wife loved the Christmas decorations.
    Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
    Response from VrboOwner on 10 February 2025
    Thanks so much for your review. Glad you enjoyed the decorations!
    Verified

    10/10 Excellent

    Verified traveller

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

    Charming

    We had a wonderful stay. The cottage was very cute and clean. The town was amazing. I highly recommend the shops and mexican/pizza place. The hosts were very nice and communicated quickly. Would love to visit again.
    Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
    Verified

    10/10 Excellent

    Jennifer H.

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

    Family memorial weekend

    My cousins came for my father’s memorial service and were so pleased with their stay - they want to come back and stay longer for a happier occasion! They loved the historical location as well. Highly recommend!
    Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
    Verified

    10/10 Excellent

    Barbara E.

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

    Perryville KY

    Quaint town, love the shops and river views.
    Stayed 59 nights in Jan 2024
    Response from VrboOwner on 21 April 2024
    Thank you for your kind review
    Verified

    10/10 Excellent

    Sheena M.

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

    Local gem

    We found a little get away perfect for what we needed for the weekend. The host was amazing and very accommodating. Will def be back!
    Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
    Verified

    10/10 Excellent

    scott c.

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

    Beautiful Place!

    We have been to Perryville almost a half dozen times now and its the people and the town that keep us coming back. The owners did a great job on the update and we had everything we needed, right down to the Nesquick Chocolate milk mix.😊
    Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
    Verified

    10/10 Excellent

    Shiela F.

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

    Wonderful stay

    We enjoyed our stay. It was a beautiful property and very accommodating for my family. Check process was very easy. The property is beautiful and clean and had extra items that A person might need. Thanks for the snacks and I love that they had extra towels and wash rags!!
    Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
    Verified

    10/10 Excellent

    Drew B.

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
    Hidden gem! SUPER CLEAN! Very cool the way the owners have renovated this 185 year old building from a general store to a comfortable place to get some R&R. I really appreciate the warning about the stairs leading to the rooms. Having mobility issues and booking homes can be aggravating, you spend hours research your trip ( where to stay, eat, mode of transport, activities , etc ) only to find out that the property is difficult to manage moving about the rooms.
    Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
    Verified

    10/10 Excellent

    greg s.

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

    BOURBON TRAIL VACATION

    This property provided us a unique place to call home during our initial bourbon trail experience. The history of the building as a store was a great talking point with friends and family. The unit was clean and met or exceeded our expectations. Although the stairs were a challenge, we navigated them without issue. Would definitely stay there again if in the area.
    Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
    Response from VrboOwner on 22 June 2025
    Thanks for your kind review! We are so glad you enjoyed your stay!
    Verified

    10/10 Excellent

    Alan S.

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

    My short title: Short stay.

    We really enjoyed the property. Very special location, lodging itself. Minor issue with keyless entry later at night, but owner responded immediately and quickly drove to the property. Will hopefully stay there again in the future.
    Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
    Verified

    10/10 Excellent

    Leilani S.

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

    River stay

    I loved this charming house by the river! Can’t get better than that. It worked so well for my visit back to attend funeral services nearby. Thank you very much.
    Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
    Response from VrboOwner on 22 June 2025
    You are so welcome! Thank you for your kind review!
    Verified

    10/10 Excellent

    Jaime D.

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

    Historical charm

    I highly recommend a stay at the Historical Haven. The property has historical charm with all the amenties of home. Communication with the hosts was prompt and friendly. They went above and beyond with recommendations of things to do in the area. The town is charming, we enjoyed exploring local shops, restaurants, and participating in local events.
    Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
    Verified

    10/10 Excellent

    Kasey B.

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

    Cozy and clean

    The house is well kept and was convenient to check in and out of. The owners had thoughtful touches such as coffee and a few snack items available. The kitchen has all you would need for cooking a meal including full size, updated appliances. The beds were comfortable as was the living room.
    Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
    Response from VrboOwner on 15 May 2025
    Thank you for your kind review!
    Verified

    10/10 Excellent

    incarnateagain

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

    Perfect get away

    My sisters and I visited Perryville to explore the history associated with the Civil War. We fell in love with Kentucky. We even visited a nearby winery. Our accomodations were so very nice and comfortable. Our hosts answered all our questions promptly. We would love to revisit in the future and would definitely want to stay on Merchants Row.
    Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
    Response from VrboOwner on 22 June 2025
    We are so glad you had a good time while staying with us. Thank you for your review!
    Verified

    10/10 Excellent

    Jason T.

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
    Two families combined with 3 adults and 2 teens had a comfortable 3-night stay. Didn't try the sleeper sofa. Brought an air mattress instead. It's an old structure; naturally some features aren't up to modern code - mostly the staircase and overhead clearance on the staircase. So perhaps not ideal for elderly or if you have limited mobility.But it checks all the boxes for our needs... a/c worked well (cooling and heating), water temp and pressure, kitchen appliances, washer and dryer, room and space. Love the little cafe next door. Hoping to branch out to the nearby restaurant next time. My 1st VRBO experience so no baseline for comparison but host communication couldn't have been easier, which was a relief.Fantastic value. Worked way better than a hotel in Danville. And way more affordable than Danville house options. We'll be back.
    Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
    Response from VrboOwner on 26 April 2026
    Thanks so much for your kind review! We are so glad yiu had a pleasant stay. We would love to host you again.

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