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Exterior
Exterior detail
Living area
Interior
Dining

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Bardstown, KY
  • Bardstown Civil War Museum
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • My Old Kentucky Home State Park
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Heaven Hill Bourbon Heritage Center
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Louisville, KY (SDF-Louisville Intl.)
    ‪58 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Bourbon Cottage, 2 BR, Downtown Historic Bardstown next to Bakery!

The Bourbon Cottage is a fully restored 1905 Victorian one story cottage with many modern conveniences. Located in the heart of Historic Downtown Bardstown, 2 blocks from the court square you are within walking distance to shops, restaurants, historic attractions, museums, pubs and great nightlife!
The cottage is a great place to come in and relax from the Bourbon Trail. The Master Bedroom has a queen bed with luxurious linens and a pillow top mattress. The second bedroom has 2 twin beds with luxurious linens.
There are several rooms to relax with Flat Screen TV s , expanded cable T.V. and high speed internet.
A fully equipped kitchen has stainless steel appliances; refrigerator with water and ice on the door, electric stove, microwave, dishwasher, coffee pot. The kitchen is stocked with dishes, utensils and glassware, if you plan to cook, please bring any cooking equipment you will need.
You will find a coffee station with Regular, Decaf and Bourbon Coffee along with several teas. We provide a welcome snack basket with lots of goodies!
The Bathroom has a shower and a double vanity sink. We provide Towels, a hair dryer, shampoo, rinse, and body wash.
There is off-street parking at the Bourbon Cottage in the backyard in front of the garage.
Enjoy our Bourbon Coffee on the porch in the morning
or sip your favorite BOURBON cocktail on the side porch under the twinkle lights in the evening. Sit and experience why we are called the "Most Beautiful Small Town in America".
And don't forget to try Hadorn's Bakery right next door. Don't leave town until you've had a Yum Yum!

Property manager

Margaret Sue Masters
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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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

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Bardstown

Located in Bardstown, this cottage is in the city centre. My Old Kentucky Home State Park Golf Course and Heaven Hill Bourbon Heritage Center 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. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling.
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Bardstown, KY

What's nearby

  • Bardstown Civil War Museum - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • My Old Kentucky Home State Park - 1 min drive - 0.7 km
  • My Old Kentucky Home State Park Golf Course - 3 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Heaven Hill Bourbon Heritage Center - 4 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Bourbon Heritage Center - 4 min drive - 4.4 km

Getting around

  • Louisville International Airport (SDF) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪BJ's Steakhouse - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Bourbon Cottage, 2 BR, Downtown Historic Bardstown next to Bakery! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Bourbon Cottage, 2 BR, Downtown Historic Bardstown next to Bakery!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bourbon Cottage, 2 BR, Downtown Historic Bardstown next to Bakery!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Bourbon Cottage, 2 BR, Downtown Historic Bardstown next to Bakery! located?

Located in the heart of Bardstown, this cottage is steps away from At Mary's and Shaq & Coco. Bardstown Art Gallery and Oscar Getz Museum of Whiskey are also within 5 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 77 out of 85 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 85 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 85 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 85 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 85 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Linda D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bourbon Cottage was immaculate, beautifully decorated and conveniently located to everything happening in downtown Bardstown. Plenty of parking, we parked on the street and felt very comfortable doing so. The cottage is spacious, we actually never used the beautiful parlor. Loads of closet space and comfy beds. Definitely stay here!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Kristi T.

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

Charming Historical House

Very cute and charming house with large, modern bathroom. Loved the location. Unfortunately, the beds (especially the primary) were not very comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samantha R.

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

4 Nights

A nice stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen B.

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

Amazing location

My goodness, what a sweet little place! We absolutely loved our stay and Margaret sue was such a wonderful host. Would stay here again!! Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan M.

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

Relaxing Trip

My husband and I had a wonderful time celebrating our 15th wedding anniversary in Bardstown. The house was lovely. I loved the older interior design of the home, but it also was up to date in areas you would hope for. While we did dine out a couple times, we were appreciative of the full kitchen to prepare some of our meals in. I was grateful for our time to relx and rest!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dan G.

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

Just like advertised

Great location, close to everything
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Great downtown location.

Great location to downtown, everything is walkable. Only complaint was outside noise. The Tap room had a DJ on back patio which was quite loud on our Friday & Saturday night stay. The intersection in front was quite busy in morning with bakery traffic. The bakery was outstanding. Clean and very comfortable stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tosha M.

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

Tosha Moon

We enjoyed our stay , the home was very lovely and comfortable. Superhost and would love to visit again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily M.

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

Great

Margaret Sue made us feel as we were at home. The place was spotless.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Grace H.

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

Perfect Location

Very comfortable and quiet location with a quick walk to the center of town.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

JOHN S.

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

Bardstown getaway

Perfect little property for a weekend in Bardstown, tours and great restaurants!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay O.

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

Amazing stay!

Husband I stayed here during a last minute trip to the bourbon trail. We absolutely loved the location and the space was ideal. It was just the two of us but could have easily accommodated 2 more without feeling cramped. Loved being able to walk to dinner after a day of driving around. Margret Sue’s recommendations were great! For dinner we tried Talbott’s tavern and Scout and Scholar which were great and walkable. For local bars we did Volstead and Liam and Ashe, all very close and good as well. The bakery across the street was also amazing. Wish we had more time for the local shops but will have to wait until our next trip. Would stay here again in a heartbeat!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roscoe B.

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

Bourbon Cottage

Loved this house and all decor inside. It was very clean. Has everything you need.really liked where it was located at in town. Walking distance to everything was close. Bakery is right across the street. Donuts are great. We will definitely stay at this house on our next trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn P.

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

Sister visit

The best
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angie B.

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

Great location

The house was great with great history. The whole neighborhood is great. We loved walking to eat and shop. I felt very safe and comfortable. Beds were very comfortable and the house has plenty of room. The only problem is if you plan on cooking you might need to bring cookies sheets lucky I do this when I travel because I bake. The house is very clean and I love the kitchen sink I would recommend this house.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily M.

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

Outstanding!

The home is prettier than the photos. It was the perfect place for us to stay with an ideal location. I would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

jimmy c.

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

jimmy

fun time
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Linda D.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Communication
I have now spent nearly two weeks trying to get a response from the owner, Vbro and Sykes Cottages. I didn't want to post a bad review and have tried every possible way to get my concerns addressed but to no avail.This is a beautiful big light filled house, perfect for large groups. Unfortunately it did not match up to the the standard we expect from Vbro, particularly at this price point . We have stayed in another large house in Llandudno - half the price and a much higher standard.The front entrance is scruffy . The bathroom ceiling on the top floor is cracked and peeling. The whole house looks as if has just had a load of white paint thrown at it, with paint splatters all over the floor. Door knobs are mssing or loose. The outside area at the back is unappealing and scruffy.The kitchen is poorly equipped. There was no bread knife and no knife sharp enough to even cut a tomato. We had to go out and buy a set from Argos. There weren't any large serving dishes or platters.For coffee there was only one small cafetiere.The very first evening we noticed a problem with one of the toilets not flushing. I sent a message to the host when it became apparent it was completely blocked. This was quite late in the evening but when there was no response in the morning I phoned the caretaker. She came round and arranged for someone to call. They came as we were preparing dinner, and we had toilet water pouring the ceiling as we were trying to cook.I could say more but no space.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hannah H.

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

Wonderful

Wonderful house and wonder location!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jw P.

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

Downtown Bardstown convenience

We enjoyed the hospitality provided By Margaret Sue. The cottage is cozy and comfortable. I only have one negative aspect to this cottage. Would be that the street between the bakery and the cottage is quite busy beginning at 7 am. The school buses were quite loud. If your up by then it would not be a problem. It is very quite at night. it isis gets quite busy when
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather D.

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

Great Stay in Bardstown!

Our family thoroughly enjoyed our stay in the Bourbon Cottage! The location is perfect for exploring downtown via walking, the neighborhood is gorgeous, and the bakery next door is yummy. The cottage was super clean with all the necessary amenities and lots of extra thoughtful touches. Sipping cocktails on the front and side porches was the perfect way to end each day. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Missy M.

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

Best friend Getaway

Everything was clean. Bardstown was having a low water pressure issue during our stay. Margaret Sue stopped by with a gallon of water, which was very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

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

It was fine

The house was nice. The location was extremely convenient. It was an older home so smelled kind of musty. The queen bed was not our style… it was very noisy and we didn’t find it comfortable. The property manager was very kind and responsive.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon G., Dexter, USA

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

Lovely cottage

The home was just as promised. The location was excellent and we felt right at home. Clean, cozy and welcoming. My only wish list item would be a washing machine for laundry :). Thanks so much.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Julie A.

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

Just What We Needed!

The Bourbon cottage is absolute perfection! In fact, it was so comfy and cozy, we didn't want to leave the house. We parked our cars, walked everywhere. Wonderful food, shopping, and friendly folks at every turn made the cottage even more enjoyable. The down side? The weekend went too fast! Thank you Margaret Sue!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

About the host

Hosted by Margaret Sue Masters

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Hello, I am Margaret Sue Masters and I along with my husband, Michael Masters, known as "The Colonel", have bought and restored the Bourbon Cottage in 2015. We have been in the hospitality business for over 20 years in Bardstown. We have revived and restored 4 cottages for vacation rentals in the historic district of downtown Bardstown.
In 2004 we bought and restored the Chapeze House, circa 1787, downtown off the court square. In 2010 we converted this property into the Kentucky Bourbon House, a Boutique Hotel wtih charming private suites. We also conduct in the Bourbon Bar 2 classes: Bourbon University and Bourbon Mixology twice daily Mon-Sat. We also host intimate wedding ceremonies and elopement packages. Couples can choose to marry in the elegant parlor or in the formal garden that makes up the backyard.
Come and experience our "Hospitality Kentucky Style"......


Why they chose this property

I have loved this cottage and property it sits on for over 25 years. When it finally came on the market I jumped at the chance to own and restore it back to its GLORY! Flaget Avenue is one of Bardstown's premier addresses right in the heart of downtown Historic Bardstown. Sit on the porch and take in all the sites , sounds and smells (Hadorn's Bakery being next door!) that makes Bardstown truly a magical place to visit.

What makes this property unique

Bardstown is a busy little town! Our downtown has limited parking, however, Bourbon Cottage answers that parking deliemma. It's downtown close to all the attractions, restaurants, bars and nightlife, but the great thing about this cottage is you can walk and never move your car from the driveway. You are right in the thick of it all but with no parking hassles!!!

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English

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