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Close to Ark Encounter and Creation Museum!

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Exterior
Outdoor dining
Dining
Private kitchen
Living area

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Glencoe, KY
  • Kentucky Speedway
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Belterra Casino
    ‪31 min drive‬
  • Ark Encounter
    ‪33 min drive‬
  • Cincinnati, OH (CVG-Cincinnati - Northern Kentucky Intl.)
    ‪44 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Single Sofa Bed

Master bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Office 1

2 Single Futons

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office

About this property

Close to Ark Encounter and Creation Museum!

Escape to a tranquil 8 acre retreat which features a unique, one-of-a-kind barn cabin in Glencoe, Ky. With 2 queen beds in 2 bedrooms (each with an adjoining bathroom), guests can unwind in comfort. Relax in the cozy living room and watch a movie or get some work done in the office space with 2 futons. Enjoy all that nature has to offer when your stay at our place. Build a fire in the fire pit and melt s'mores. Walk the hiking path mowed into the back acreage. Pay a visit to the Glencoe General store and taste the delectable wood fired pizza or deli sandwiches made with homemade bread.

25 minute drive to the Ark Encounter and 45 minute drive to the Creation Museum.

Property manager

Kathryn Whittle
Premier Host

Languages

English, German

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 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

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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

About the area

Glencoe

Glencoe is home to this cabin. Neeley Family Distillery and Smugglers Cove are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Big Bone Lick State Historic Site and Big Bone Lick State Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Ark Encounter and Kangaroo Walkabout.
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Glencoe, KY

What's nearby

  • Kentucky Speedway - 19 min drive - 20.2 km
  • Florence Speedway - 25 min drive - 28.2 km
  • Belterra Casino - 31 min drive - 30.6 km
  • Ark Encounter - 33 min drive - 34.9 km
  • Ararat Ridge Zoo - 37 min drive - 37.3 km

Getting around

  • Cincinnati-Northern Kentucky Int'l Airport (CVG) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Exit 62 Restaurant & Truck Plaza - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Sparta Quik Stop - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Corner Pub - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Pit Stop Bar & Grill - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Mason Dixon Diner - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Close to Ark Encounter and Creation Museum! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Close to Ark Encounter and Creation Museum!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Close to Ark Encounter and Creation Museum!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Close to Ark Encounter and Creation Museum! located?

Set in Glencoe, this family-friendly cabin is 6.8 mi (10.9 km) from Ohio River and 11.7 mi (18.8 km) from Kentucky Speedway. Dry Ridge Outlet Mall and Piddle Park are also within 16 miles (25 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 41 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 41 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 41 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 41 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 41 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Laurie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a lovely, rustic cabin in a beautiful country setting! My family and I enjoyed the peaceful surroundings while we visited several nearby places.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica R.

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

Great stay

The house was a quite little getaway. Perfect for group. Hourses were friendly and the kids enjoyed all the extra kid amenities.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randy S.

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

Birthday

We came up for a birthday party for the granddaughter. This place was great!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosalinda P.

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

Relaxing

Gorgeous place to stay. Very relaxing. House is very clean and well stocked with everything. Beds are very comfortable too. I totally recommend it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed the stay in this unique barn cabin with rustic decor. Clean and Cozy accommodations.Great place for family fun. AC worked great.Close to the Ark. I would definitely recommend it to anyone wanting a private place in the country to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary S.

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

Amazing!!

We couldn't have been happier with this property!!! It is so unique and cozy inside and the quiet, peaceful, secluded property made it everything we were looking for. My boys had a campfire.The lighting and decor were so country/shabby chiq. The barrel sink... awesome! Thank you for sharing your amazing place with us
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

David P.

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

Beautiful Retreat

The house was very remote and located in a beautiful field. Sunsets and sunrises were very visible. Our family loved the horses and enjoyed seeing them daily. The house was well described and very unique. We enjoyed seeing all the neat features. Many games, puzzles, and reading materials were available for our use. We really enjoyed our time at the house.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joy H.

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

Very cool

What a great place! We enjoyed discovering all the neat features in the red barn.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bruce S.

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

Peacefully relaxing

We had such a relaxing week! This place was so peaceful and quiet, and centrally located to all the attractions we wanted to visit. The beds were comfortable, the living area was spacious, and the kitchen was well equipped. The owner was very nice and quick to respond when we had questions. We have recommended this place to several people already and would love to go back some day.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie K.

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

The Blessed Barn

I recently stayed near Glencoe, KY in a unique and wonderful property. This restored barn is all farm on the outside and all cabin farmhouse on the inside. The property was quiet and spacious allowing us peaceful outdoor time, including loving on the horses on site. Indoors we enjoyed modern amenities in a rustic decor. Two bedrooms plus two living areas and three bathrooms provided ample room for our four adults in our family to enjoy their own personal space as well as family time together. Our host was wonderful, greeting us on arrival and checking in during the week. We loved our stay! Great location, too, for parks and attractions nearby as well as small town exploration.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marsha R.

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

Great location

We really enjoyed the cabin. It had a beautiful view & the horses were so friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim D.

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

Country living at its best!

If you like staying in the country, unique features and horses as neighbors, this is the place for you. We loved the rough finishes and unique touches of the interior and the quiet and serene back yard off the patio.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jace & Cash a.

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

Nice getaway

The hostess was very helpful and communicative. The property was well maintained and the cabin itself was meticulously kept up with.Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon W.

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

Exactly what we were looking for!

Kathy was a great hostess and even provided a highchair for my one-year-old granddaughter. We really connected with her and appreciated everything she did for us. She was genuine and really wanted us to enjoy our stay and experience the farm. She also understood that a lot of people staying were planning to go to the Ark encounter and creation museum And had beautiful touches of decor to reflect that. The place also had a neat story about how it was built and was very rustic, but also modern at the same time. I would definitely stay there again if we planned a trip to the area.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Micah W.

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

Perfect Farm Getaway

We had the best time at this little farm for our visit to the Ark. The view was beautiful and the amenities were excellent. The kids could run off energy in the field and the adults could sit on the back deck. The property is so unique and the host made sure we had everything we needed. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Joey S.

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

Great stay overall!

Nice property, good amenities. Interior doors were difficult to have stay closed, exterior door lock wasn’t working properly, and it wasn’t quite ready at our scheduled check-in time, but these were only slight inconveniences.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn M.

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

Girls weekend away

Very quiet and away from the hustle and bustle. Very cool layout. Beds were comfortable and clean. Floors are a little noisy. When you walk on Floors in loft it sounds like someone ia also walking downstairs. Took a minute to figure that out. Lol would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jodi A.

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

Perfection!

My family and I stayed there for a weekend getaway and it was great! There were toys for my son to play with, the beds were comfortable and the living area was inviting. The house is located off the beaten path but you’re able to get where you need to go fast. The host was great and very responsive. I enjoyed going outside each day being greeted by the horses! If we go back to the area again we will stay there.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian H.

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

Family Christmas Reunion

We had a wonderful time staying here. Highly recommend if you are visiting the area and need somewhere to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael P.

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

Nice Place

Nice and quiet place to spend the holidays. Kids had a blast outside. Great mid-- place to stay if wanting to go to the Ark and Creation Museum.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Elizabeth D.

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

Nice place

Quiet & quaint place to stay! Communications was quick & easy w/ owner. Fairly close to I-75 and The Ark Encounter
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim O.

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

Great Place to Stay!

The host was wonderful and was extremely accommodating! Everything was spotless and we felt right at home upon arrival. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Earl

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Everything was excellent, and Host is very responsive.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Becky E.

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

Amazing!

The location was perfect for a quiet and relaxing getaway! The cabin was amazing beautifully decorated and all amenities you could want! Awesome trip!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Becca H.

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

Quiet, Rustic Stay

If you’re looking for cookie-cutter perfection, this might not be the place for you. BUT, if you want a quiet, cozy, rustic experience, book now. Lots of character in the barn, and it’s a good landing place for those checking out the Creation Museum and Ark Encounter. Our three kids loved the horses and spent all of their spare time with them. Enjoyed pizza at the General Store, seeing deer in the back field, and hearing all of the nighttime nature noises. Keyless entry didn’t work but the host did then offer a key, and a few of the sliding door tracks could use some attention as the doors don’t stay closed/open.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

About the host

Hosted by Kathryn Whittle

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I was born and raised in Kentucky. I love animals, kids and farm life

Why they chose this property

The cabin is not visible for the road, and is secluded at the end of a long gravel driveway. I especially like the privacy this property affords.

What makes this property unique

Quiet, peaceful setting, surrounded by nature.

Languages:

English, German

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