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Bluegrass & Bourbon - a Peaceful Retreat & Hangout

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Reconnect over bourbon and a bonfire. Bring your own firewood and charcoal
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75 inch TV and sound bar with electric fireplace (does push out heat on demand)
We truly have all you need on our bar cart. Our first guest wanted to buy it all
Beautiful summer day when this was taken

Reviews

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

Highlights

  • Arcade/game room
    A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade and game room.
  • 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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Bardstown, KY
  • Place, Bardstown Civil War Museum
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, My Old Kentucky Home State Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Bardstown Art Gallery
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Louisville, KY (SDF-Louisville Intl.)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Bluegrass & Bourbon - a Peaceful Retreat & Hangout

Retreat to your peaceful hangout after a day of exploring all that Bardstown and Kentucky has to offer! Relax by the fireplace and stream a movie on the 75" TV, cook a full meal in the well-stocked kitchen, create a unique cocktail with all the tools you could wish for, breathe fresh air on the screened-in porch that borders greenspace, challenge friends to poker in the game room, grill dinner on our charcoal grill, or roast hot dogs and marshmallows on the firepit area. This must be the place.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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
Guests acknowledge that they will keep their noise level to a minimum after 10:00 pm; this is the city rule, and we love our neighbors!
Guests must report to us within 2 hours of arrival if anything in regards to cleanliness does not meet their standards so we can address the situation
The property is equipped with exterior cameras for security.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3534468vb
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

Bardstown

Bardstown is home to this holiday home. Cedar-Fil Golf Course and Lux Row Distillers are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit At Mary's and Shaq & Coco. Fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking nearby.
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Bardstown, KY

What's nearby

  • Bardstown Civil War Museum - 5 min drive - 4.7 km
  • My Old Kentucky Home State Park - 5 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Bardstown Art Gallery - 5 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Basilica of St Joseph Proto-Cathedral - 5 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Spalding Hall - 5 min drive - 5.0 km

Getting around

  • Louisville International Airport (SDF) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Get Fired Pizza - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Lee's Famous Recipe Chicken - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Bardstown Burger - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Zaxby's Chicken Fingers & Buffalo Wings - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Bluegrass & Bourbon - a Peaceful Retreat & Hangout pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Bluegrass & Bourbon - a Peaceful Retreat & Hangout?

As of 15 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bluegrass & Bourbon - a Peaceful Retreat & Hangout on 16 June 2026 start from NZ$719, 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 Bluegrass & Bourbon - a Peaceful Retreat & Hangout?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Bluegrass & Bourbon - a Peaceful Retreat & Hangout?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bluegrass & Bourbon - a Peaceful Retreat & Hangout?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Bluegrass & Bourbon - a Peaceful Retreat & Hangout located?

Situated in Bardstown, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Bardstown Civil War Museum, At Mary's and Shaq & Coco. Fine Arts Bardstown Society and My Old Kentucky Home State Park are also within 3 miles (5 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. 58 out of 58 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 58 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 58 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cathy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful home, great location, looking forward to our next stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 2 March 2026
Thanks so much! Excited to have you back!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a very desirable place to stay. It was beautifully refurbished, very clean and met all our needs. The owner was extremely responsive to our communication. Thanks for making our vacation to Bourbon County and Kentucky Derby memorable.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was great for us. 2 couples on the bourbon trail. Very clean and exactly as advertised. We enjoyed sitting on the screened in porch after a long day on the trail. Too warm for the fire pit but that would be great in the spring or fall. Great backyard.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 14 June 2026
Thanks so much! Glad you all had a great time on your bourbon trail trip!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Attention to detail is one of many things the owner is great at. The property is in a great location, is very clean, very well decorated. I highly recommend it, this is a great value for 4-6 people
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 April 2026
Thank you so much!! I love it that you were impressed by the attention to detail. My cleaning team and I really strive for that. Please come back soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joshua E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean. Easy check in and amazing amenities. Great location for a bourbon trail trip. We will definitely be staying here again if we are ever in Bardstown!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 16 March 2026
THANK YOU so much! Please come back soon ☺️
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ranee T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 March 2026
Awesome - thank you so much!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nick P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay that had the little things in mind
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rae G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was better than advertised! No problems with checking in, very clean property, and very quiet location. We had 4 adults staying for 3 nights. The property had new appliances, large & comfortable beds, equipped kitchen and plenty of seating options - inside and out. The location was perfect for visiting Louisville, Bardstown and Frankfort area distilleries. The people we encountered in Bardstown could not be nicer. We were visiting from Cape Coral, FL and the other couple arrived from Durango, CO. I highly recommend this property and would book here again if/when we return.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leigh Anne L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I cannot recommend this property, and this host, enough! The home is beautiful, perfectly located for a bourbon trail trip, so comfortable, and so thoughtfully stocked with everything you need for a great stay. Melissa is so friendly and communicative. This was a five star experience in every way!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tina B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location for our Kentucky visit. The house was clean, beds comfortable, well stocked, game room was used more than anticipated. The host was very responsive and helpful. Special little details in the home did not go unnoticed. Would def recommend this home again and stay again if needed. Thanks!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 April 2026
Oh I’m so glad you appreciated the details! Thanks so much for the lovely review and hope to have you back!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house and location!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 August 2025
Thanks so much! 😊
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Valerie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was just spot on; clean; welcoming; host was super accommodating; great aesthetic.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean comfortable quiet home in a lovely neighborhood with open space behind the house made for a lovely stay!!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a beautiful home, everything you need, and close to so many distilleries. I would definitely book here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 September 2025
Thank you!!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynnette K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I cannot say enough about how wonderful the Bluegrass and Bourbon house was. It was very clean with all the necessities and tons of extras. The house had everything you’d need and then some. We loved all the extra touches that were included. They truly thought of everything. Extra toothbrushes were even available if needed. The beds were comfortable. We all agreed that we slept better here than other places when traveling. The outdoor fire pit was so cozy and enjoyable. I highly recommend staying here if traveling to the bourbon trail.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Doyle B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Responsive host and house had everything we needed
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 October 2025
Thank you for staying, Doyle! ☺️
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Avis G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I cannot say enough great things about this house! From the beginning of planning our Bourbon Trail trip to checkout, this house was part of the experience. Melissa was the most attentive host, making recommendations regarding our itinerary through her manuals. The house itself is clean and lovely. She has amazing attention to details for all things bourbon and horses. So many things to make you smile. The house is so well equipped. Can’t think of anything it lacked. If you are thinking about it, don’t. Just book it. You can thank me later! Thank you Melissa for making our retirement trip very special!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 31 May 2026
You are the sweetest! Trust me, the pleasure was all mine. So glad you enjoyed yourselves and hope to have you back on a settled-into-retirement trip! ♥️
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michele N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A perfect spot for six sisters and nieces to spend quality time! Beautiful decor, comfortable surroundings in a lovely, quiet neighborhood. Near local restaurants, shops, and attractions. It had everything we needed for a long weekend getaway.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Was a fabulous stay! Property had everything we needed and more. Communicate was great. One of my favorite vrbos.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 August 2025
Thanks Michelle! Would love to have you back again 😊
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property in great condition. Great communication on check in and out. It couldn’t be better.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 September 2025
Thank you!!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle M.

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

Amazing stay and visit to Bardstown!

Everything about this house was PERFECT! The attention to detail with the decor and amenities was top notch, everyone had space to themselves and so much to do so close to us! Communication with the host was above and beyond. We highly recommend staying here on your next trip to Bardstown!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 August 2025
Thank you so so much!!! Hope to have you back :)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deidre H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing house ! Check in was so easy . Super clean home, well stocked kitchen .
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 August 2025
Thank you so much! Hope to have you back soon ❤️
Verified

10/10 Excellent

DZ

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

Very nice house, perfect stay

We really enjoyed our visit and the house was furnished and decorated very nice. Super easy communication with the owner, very transparent willing to help with whatever we needed. Will stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 April 2025
Thanks so much! Can't wait to "see" you again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Doug E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was well appointed, comfortable and convenient.Communication with Melissa was excellent.Don't overthink it...book it!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This home is amazing! We loved everything about it. The home is very nice and very clean! It had everything we needed and more. We come to Bardstown at least twice a year (Oct. & Dec.) to visit all of my family and we will most definitely stay here every time it’s available!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 October 2025
Michelle, we will be so thrilled to have you as a regular :) Happy to hear you loved it as your home away from home!

About the host

Hosted by Melissa

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We live in Florida, but Melissa was born and grew up in Kentucky. We still have family here and we love to stay in Bardstown! Distillery tours are a hobby for us, but we also love to immerse ourselves in the peaceful country while we are here. In particular, we like to visit some of the local restaurants and shops. The people here are just so nice!

Why they chose this property

Bardstown is such a cute little town with a good amount of history. It gives us that small town feel getaway that we all crave.

What makes this property unique

Away from the busy downtown area, but close enough to feel like you're in the middle of it all. We offer a peaceful place to truly chill and hang out with your friends/loved ones.

Languages:

English

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