Harlan, KY GuestHouse 300 Vacation/Weddings/Events (Cole Mansion)
Our Guesthouse Provides All You Need to Enjoy a Home Away from Home Experience! FYI we do have 3 smaller houses (4 house in total on the same property, priced individually starting at $89). If you are looking to spend less money rent one of the smaller homes, please just ask or checkout velasvilla.com This listing is for the largest house only!
The Space Max guest 10 (you may make a request for more or book 1 to 4 of my guesthouses for larger parties, right next door (on the same lot)). You can book all four of our guesthouses for family reunions, school reunions, and wedding parties! We do have a damage deposit but don't tie up your money (no charges or authorizations will be held). *STAY FOR A WEEK & SAVE MONEY JUST ASK* Vela's Villa, Main House is great for weddings, private/social events, or for large family vacations! This house is mechanically modernized for comfort and convenience. It is fully-furnished and tastefully decorated with charming antiques and graceful decor. It boasts a huge living room, a formal dining room, and a bonus room downstairs that can be used as a den or an extra bedroom. The living room and bedrooms feature flat screen televisions and cable programming. Also included are a fully-equipped kitchen, bath towels, and bed linens. It sleeps up to twelve comfortably. We do charge a damage deposit, yet NO charges or authorizations will be made to the guest's payment method unless the host needs to make a claim. Guest Access Please make yourself at home and use whatever we have available. Including outdoor space front/back porch and garden area. We also can stock guesthouse at guest request (with wine, steaks, ice cream, etc.,) ... Guest can request this service once house is booked via email (fees apply)... Interaction with Guests We are semi locals (we have a groundskeeper on call that lives near by). We would love to advise you on how to really enjoy this town! The Neighborhood Vela’s Villa, Main house is part of a private little neighborhood within a neighborhood–a group of four houses sharing the same lot, located a block away from historic Harlan, Kentucky’s downtown. Nestled in a valley in the ancient and enchanted Appalachian Mountains. Great walking community!! Getting around You can walk to a few local restaurants, the river and parks! This house is great because you are in a very rural area, but you are within two blocks of historical downtown Harlan. So you get the quaint town experience with out being isolated. Other Things to Note Make sure you BYOB because this town is Moist (semi dry (although alcohol is legal to have and consume alcohol within your private dwelling)). Two restaurant currently serve alcohol The Portal (pizzeria) and Ken & Paul's Family Steakhouse. Moist defined: with regard to the sale of alcohol, Harlan is classified as a moist county—a county in which alcohol sales are prohibited (a dry county), but containing a 'wet' city, in this case Cumberland and Lynch, where package alcohol sales are allowed. In the city of Harlan, restaurants seating 100+ may serve alcoholic beverages.
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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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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A car is not required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Harlan
Located in Harlan, this holiday home is in the city centre and near a water park. Rapid River Lodge & Water Park is a local attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Cumberland River and Black Mountain Offroad Adventure Area - Putney Trailhead. Discover the area's water adventures with water tubing and rafting nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hunting and hiking.
Black Mountain Offroad Adventure Area - Putney Trailhead - 13 min drive - 16.9 km
Black Mountain - 20 min drive - 22.3 km
Pine Mountain State Resort Park - 47 min drive - 53.1 km
Cumberland Gap National Historical Park - 49 min drive - 59.3 km
Getting around
Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS) - 140 min drive
Restaurants
Hardee's - 17 min walk
El Charrito - 4 min drive
Panda Garden - 3 min drive
McDonald's - 4 min drive
Wendy's - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Harlan, KY GuestHouse 300 Vacation/Weddings/Events (Cole Mansion) pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Harlan, KY GuestHouse 300 Vacation/Weddings/Events (Cole Mansion)?
As of 31 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Harlan, KY GuestHouse 300 Vacation/Weddings/Events (Cole Mansion) on 3 May 2026 start from NZ$357, 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 Harlan, KY GuestHouse 300 Vacation/Weddings/Events (Cole Mansion)?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Harlan, KY GuestHouse 300 Vacation/Weddings/Events (Cole Mansion)?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Harlan, KY GuestHouse 300 Vacation/Weddings/Events (Cole Mansion)?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Harlan, KY GuestHouse 300 Vacation/Weddings/Events (Cole Mansion) located?
Located in the heart of Harlan, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Cumberland River and The Harlan Center. Harlan Appalachian Regional Healthcare Hospital is 3.1 mi (5 km) away.
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I love people and have hosted people from S.Korea to Australia and I love them all! I am a artist, mother of three adult daughters and foodie! I credit my daughters for introducing me to vegan food, Korean food, wine and an artist social life. My go to foods have always been steaks, BBQ and breakfast (I have tons of recommendations)! My guilty pleasures are watching Korean Dramas, Anime, Walking Dead, Bold & The Beautiful, and Scandal. Oh and I'm forever redesigning my properties! I'm a person that loves to put my best foot forward and my vacation properties in Louisville & Harlan, KY are no exception. I (and family) take pride in our properties and we are responsive to our guests needs in intuitive ways. Since we are avid vacationers ourselves, we know what it takes to make every vacation a holiday. In a small town like Harlan we love to make you feel safe and welcome! I assure you that there is no other property that can compare to my four Harlan guesthouses. As my grandmother would say “Good better best never let it rest until your good is better and your better is the best!” All of our properties (in Louisville & Harlan Ky.) are fully furnished and have all the amenities of home! Floydwood properties in Louisville, are completely private rentals, fully-furnished and fully-equipped home away from home. Floydwood is within a 3.5 mile radius to all the Derby fun. Vela's Villa (in Harlan) is a private little neighborhood within a neighborhood--a group of houses sharing the same lot, located a block away from historic Harlan, Kentucky's downtown. Nestled in a valley in the ancient and enchanted Appalachian Mountains, we provide guests with fully-furnished and fully-equipped homes away from home.
Why they chose this property
Vela’s Villa is a private little neighborhood within a neighborhood–a group of houses sharing the same lot, located a block away from historic Harlan, Kentucky’s downtown. Nestled in a valley in the ancient and enchanted Appalachian mountains, we provide guests with fully-furnished and fully-equipped homes away from home. We cater to guests who seek short term, private accommodations. Be our guest for your romantic getaway, vacation, business meeting, or visit with relatives and friends.
Vela’s House is our 4 to 5 bedroom 2 1/2 bathroom Craftsman style house. This grand old home retains its original architectural features (such as original fireplaces, built in bookshelves, and exposed beam ceilings) while being lovingly renovated and mechanically modernized for comfort and convenience. It is fully-furnished and tastefully decorated with charming antiques and graceful decor. It boasts a huge living room, a formal dining room, and a bonus room downstairs that can be used as a den or an extra bedroom. The living room and bedrooms feature flat screen televisions and cable programming. Also included are a fully-equipped kitchen, bath towels, and bed linens. It sleeps up to twelve comfortably.
The three cottages are newly-renovated two bedroom houses sleeping six to eight comfortably. Fully equipped kitchens, flat screen televisions in the living rooms and bedrooms, dining areas, freshly-laundered towels and bedding, and central heat and air make staying in these charming homes perfect for singles, couples, and families.
What makes this property unique
Great for event (weddings, reunions, parties), book one house are book them all!
Each house is equipped with free high speed internet service, bedding, bath towels, furniture, dishwasher, washer/dryer, microwave, range, refrigerator, kitchenware, central heat and air conditioning, lots of outdoor seating!