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Exterior detail
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
Smart TV, offices
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 41092 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Bardstown, KY
  • Place, Spalding Hall
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Bardstown Art Gallery
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, My Old Kentucky Home State Park
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Louisville, KY (SDF-Louisville Intl.)
    ‪48 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Bardstown

This vacation home places you next to Basilica of St Joseph Proto-Cathedral and within a 5-minute walk of Bardstown Art Gallery. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a patio, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Basilica of St Joseph Proto-Cathedral - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Spalding Hall - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Oscar Getz Museum of Whiskey - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Bardstown Art Gallery - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • My Old Kentucky Home State Park - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Louisville Intl. Airport (SDF) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Lee's Famous Recipe Chicken - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Zaxby's Chicken Fingers & Buffalo Wings - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Historic Bardstown Cottage

Stay with us in Bardstown, named one of "the most beautiful small towns in America." Our cottage is located just three blocks from downtown restaurants, shops, family activities and nightlife. Located on the Bourbon Trail, you are steps from Barton's Distillery and a short drive from several other popular distilleries. Churchill Downs, Keeneland, Mammoth Cave National Park and other popular attractions are within an hours drive making this cottage the perfect base for exploring Kentucky.

This fully renovated home sleeps up to 4 people in two queen beds. The first floor features the master bedroom, living room, kitchen, office area and bathroom with a walk in shower and washer and dryer. The second floor is devoted to the second bedroom and a private sitting area. Local cable TV and wifi (for streaming from your accounts) are provided. You can enjoy the outdoors on our front porch or deck with a dining area and grill. Enjoy your morning coffee or a nightcap from our drink station.
Our home is located on a busy street. This causes some street noise which is a trade-off for the great location right in town. We do provide sound machines in the bedrooms to help with this noise.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and an ironing board. Housekeeping is available on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 1,092 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

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
Onsite 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 25

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.

Property is also known as

Historic Bardstown Cottage Renovated in 2020
Historic Bardstown Cottage ⭐️ Renovated in 2020 Bardstown

Frequently asked questions

What can I see within easy reach of this vacation home?

Located steps from Bardstown Art Gallery, this vacation home is in Bardstown, and within a 10-minute walk of Spalding Hall and Oscar Getz Museum of Whiskey. You'll also find Bardstown Civil War Museum and My Old Kentucky Home State Park less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Historic Bardstown Cottage?

No, there isn't parking available at the vacation home.

Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Historic Bardstown Cottage?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this historic vacation home include a smart TV and a kitchen along with a garden.

Does Historic Bardstown Cottage have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home include breakfast service?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Does Historic Bardstown Cottage have connecting rooms available?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Louisville Intl. Airport (SDF), which is about 29.9 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Historic Bardstown Cottage?

Yes, every house at Historic Bardstown Cottage comes with a patio.

Historic Bardstown Cottage Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 59 out of 63 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 63 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 63 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 63 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 63 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

James B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean, good communication. Close to downtown.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

Liked: Cleanliness
The cottage was sweet! Very close to the quaint downtown. We didn’t drive anywhere all weekend. Had everything we needed! Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindy G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Super cute cottage that has been beautifully restored and well maintained. Had everything we needed for a weekend stay. Easy check in process, clean and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chriss B.

Liked: Cleanliness
The house was clean and comfortable. The bed was very comfortable. The kitchen was well stocked. Location was great! Wonderful stay
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Great communication with the host and a fantastic location to enjoy Bardstown and surrounding areas
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
House was clean. Had all the necessities. Came down for anniversary trip and bourban tours. Close to eveything. Walked to dinner and breakfast. Cute house just what we needed. Host was in touch making sure we had everything we needed. Would definitely come back for future visits.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane W.

Liked: Cleanliness
The home looks just like it does in the photos. Owners gave specific and accurate check-in instructions and were very responsive. Kitchen was very functional and had all the basic requirements and then some! Very nice place and great location!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebeca C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location, close to so many things! Amazing hosts, quick and excellent communication!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Bourbon walk

The house worked perfectly for us. Just 4 blocks to downtown Bardstown. Enjoy your bourbon, with no need to drive. House is old, but well kept. The house was ideal for our father & son bourbon experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice modernized cottage. Everything was as listed and very easy check-in with keypad on door. Walking distance to downtown Bardstown. No issues and plenty of amenities in the kitchen. Would sleep 4 comfortably, and possibly another person in the living room if you had to. Very nice. Only criticism would be the road is VERY busy with VERY fast-moving vehicles. Back into the driveway and watch the kiddos.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dan S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Little House Close to Town

This was a great little house within a few blocks of downtown Bardstown. House was clean, beds were nice and overall very accommodating. Having laundry was a huge perk as well. Host communicated well, check in/check out was easy. I would 10/10 recommend this property for anyone traveling to Bardstown.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kirk H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Location

We found ourselves in a nice smaller home that was ideal for our short visit. Its great location made exploring the area incredibly convenient, allowing easy access to the town's historic sites, restaurants/bars, and distilleries. They have a great front porch that you can sip your bourbon and smell the mash cooking off by the nearby distillery. The cozy atmosphere of the home added to the overall comfort of the trip, making it a memorable experience in the heart of the "Bourbon Capital of the World."
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Monica G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great host and a great stay!

Awesome communication from the host and very prompt! Perfect size for me and my husband. We did not use the upstairs bedroom; best for a teenager to use (in my opinion). The outdoor gas grill was a bonus! The road does get busy but it did not interfere with sleeping. There is a white noise machine for those who may need it. Bed was very comfortable. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandy M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Bourbon Tour

The location of the cottage is perfect for a visit to many distilleries as well as things for a non-bourbon drinking wife to enjoy. Bardstown itself is a lovely town.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Bardstown festival

The house is beautiful! My nieces had a craft booth at the festival and was perfect for our stay!!! Nicole is a wonderful host!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Blaine S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute and Comfortable

We enjoyed our short visit to visit family and explore Bardstown. The house is very comfortable and we easily found everything we needed during our stay. It was a short walk to Third Street and all the restaurants and shops there, and a quick drive to the distilleries and other places we wanted to go. The host provided clear communication and great advice to back into the driveway. The street can be busy when driving out but we didn’t have issues with noise in the house. This a was a great base for our trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeree B., Texas

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely Bardstown Stay

The communication with the host was top notch both via the app and in printed instructions posted on the fridge. The home was a great place for a base for visiting the distilleries. Yet the two best experiences were in the list of recommendations from the hosts: the Oscar Getz museum was very interesting and well worth the free price of admission; And plan on obtaining reservations for the Rickhouse because both the ambience and quality of food are excellent. Another recommendation for drinks and buying alcohol is the Evergreen. A lovely bar located in a liquor store for one stop drinking and buying. As for the house it is located on main road so the traffic can be heard going by but it quiets down at night and we didn’t have any trouble sleeping. It had everything we needed for our stay. Thanks Nicole
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Doreen

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was very clean! It is also very close to the distilleries. It had all the amenities we needed. The only issue was the one bathroom and the lack of a hallway resulting in going through the bedroom if the bathroom was being used. Needless to sssy we figured it out and would stay there afsin
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carmen C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect choice for downtown Bardstown!!

House was cute and comfortable! Clean and just as described! We walked down the street to restaurants/bars every night! We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fun on the Bourbon Trail

My husband and I stayed in the Bardstown Cottage after dropping our youngest daughter off at college. We were needing a distraction and had the best time on the Bourbon Trail! The location of the Cottage was perfect to many distilleries. The town has a ton of charm too. The cottage itself was comfortable, clean, and well stocked. We didn't cook much, but the kitchen was stocked if we wanted to. The property was clean and was just as listed. I would highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

James F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jared P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Location, Great Communication

This is an older home right in the heart of Bardstown. The place is so close to distilleries you can smell the sweet mash outside in the yard! It was a perfect base for our short adventure. When we arrived there was an issue with the HVAC. I messaged the owner through the app and they were at the house in minutes. This was on the evening before a holiday. They got everything up and running. They also offered to move us to another property if there were any more problems (there were not any more problems). The owner messaged us a few times during the stay to check on the HVAC. She also sent us a list of some local events we might like to do while in town - very helpful. This is a great place for 2 to 4 people to stay for a Bardstown trip. Highly recommend. And I would gladly stay at any property from this owner again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris C.

Liked: Cleanliness

What a great town

We were in town for the PGA Championship. We loved Bardstown. The town is very beautiful and such a well kept historic town. We look forward to going back in the future. There are many great restaurants and distilleries in the area. The location was very convenient to all the small towns where the distilleries were located. The house we rented had great accommodations. It was very clean and well kept. Keurig for making coffee with good variety of K-cups. We would recommend staying here again. The owner did a great job responding to messages.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nichole A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute home

Great location within easy walking distance to downtown Bardstown. Great communication with property manager. The house has been completely renovated and is spotless. We hope to return again for another visit in the near future!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawn J., Manitowoc, WI

Liked: Cleanliness

Sister Trip

We had a wonderful time exploring the Bardstown area and the cottage was so convenient to walk downtown, enjoy local fair, and close proximity to distilleries in the area. Owner was wonderful about communicating and making sure we were enjoy our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

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