Rough River Lake | Perfect for Fam | Pet Friendly!

Summary:

Escape to easy lake living at this Rough River Lake retreat in Falls of Rough, KY. Nestled on 1.5 acres w/ seasonal lake views, this pet-friendly vacation rental offers a wrap-around deck, fire pit, king beds, and high-speed Wi-Fi. Walk to the lake for fishing, swimming, or kayaking, with a boat launch nearby. Perfect for family getaways, romantic escapes, or remote work. Explore Rough River Dam State Park, hiking trails, and local festivals. Book your Kentucky lakefront getaway today!



The Space:

The home boasts of a serene lakeside location with recreational options such as kayaking and a spacious backyard for outdoor dining and gatherings. The inclusion of smart entertainment options, a cozy fireplace, and a range of family amenities ensures a comfortable stay. Adventure seekers and relaxation enthusiasts alike would find this property appealing!



ACCESS TYPE:

▻ Guests will have access to the entire home, including a private backyard.



ENTRANCE:

▻ Access through the front door using a door code.

▻ Plenty of room to park vehicles and even pull your boat into the driveway if needed.



SPACE LAYOUT:

MAIN HOUSE

▻ Bedroom 1 (Master) – 1x queen bed, private bath, and with own entrance from porch

▻ Bedroom 2 – 2x twin beds.

▻ Bedroom 3 – 1x full-size bed.

▻ Living Room – Large family room with queen-size pull-out sofa, electric fireplace, and 65" smart TV with Netflix. Games and books available in hallway bookcases for family fun.

▻ Full Bathroom

▻ Kitchen and Dining – Fully equipped with full-size refrigerator, range, dishwasher, microwave, and all essentials for cooking. Eat-in kitchen table seats 6, plus outdoor dining table seating for 6.

▻ Laundry Area– Full-size washer and dryer available.



BUNKHOUSE: (Bonus Room) – 1 full-size bed, 1 twin bed, 1 sofa, recliner, and table with 4 chairs. The bunkhouse is located next to the main house



▻ Outdoor Amenities – Private backyard, outdoor dining area, basketball hoop in the driveway, giant Connect Four, cornhole boards.



HIGHLIGHTS:

▻ Lakeside location

▻ Perfect for families and adventure seekeres

▻ With available wifi, best for digital nomads and guests working from home!

▻ Convenient and cozy, home away from home





ACCESSIBILITY:

▻ Guests access all main areas through a single-level front entrance with minimal steps.

▻ The master bedroom has a private exterior entrance via the porch.

▻ Outdoor and indoor spaces are spacious and allow ease of movement for families and groups.

▻ During the winter months, water levels at Kentucky Lake are lower, so lake access and activities may be limited compared to the spring, summer, and fall. We appreciate your understanding and want to help ensure you have a great stay, no matter the season!



NOTE: ROUGH RIVER LAKE IS A FLOOD CONTROLLED LAKE THAT IS CONTROLLED BY THE ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS. THE WATER LEVELS MAY FLUCTUATE ACCORDING TO RAINFALL. THROUGH LATE FALL AND WINTER MONTHS THE LAKE MAY BE DRAINED.



Guest Access:

PARKING:

▻ Free driveway parking



ENTERING THE HOME:

▻ The Home is Accessed Via Self Check-In



The Neighborhood:

🗺️ Nearby Popular Spots (approx. drive times)

▻ Rough River Lake State Resort Park (Lodge, Marina, Golf Course) — 8 min

▻ Cave Creek Cove (swimming, kayaking) — 3 min

▻ Rough River Dam Beach — 5 min

▻ Cave Creek Hiking Trail — 3 min

▻ Rough River Lake Boat Launch — 12 min



☕ Breakfast / Coffee Spots

▻ Rough River Lake State Resort Park Lodge Restaurant — 6 min

▻ Huddle House (Leitchfield) — 27 min

▻ The Storehouse and Company, LLC (Leitchfield) — 27 min

▻ Hardee’s (Leitchfield) — 26 min

▻ McDonald’s (Leitchfield) — 26 min



🍽️ Dinner Spots

▻ Rough River Lake State Resort Park Lodge Restaurant — 6 min

▻ Bill’s Restaurant (Leitchfield) — 25 min

▻ The Diner (Leitchfield) — 25 min

▻ Steak & Stone (Leitchfield) — 25 min

▻ Twin Lakes Creamery & Grill (Leitchfield) — 25 min



🍺 Bars

▻ Rough River Lake State Resort Park Lodge Bar — 6 min

▻ Hometown Hangout (Leitchfield) — 23 min

▻ Steak & Stone (Leitchfield) — 25 min



🛒 Convenience / General Dining

▻ The Dam Store (General Store/Snacks) — 5 min

▻ SPEEDY MART — 8 min

▻ SHORT CREEK STORE — 8 min

▻ Dollar General — 8 min

▻ Laslie’s Country Place — 8 min



Getting Around:

GETTING AROUND:

▻ We recommend Uber or Lyft. We have not had any issues with either.





EVENT OR TOUR OPTIONS:

▻ If you are looking for a tour guide or event transportation in the area, please let us know! We would be happy to help.



Other Things to Note:

ADDITIONAL DETAILS:

▻ The boat slips at the public access for the neighborhood are privately own. We ask that you stay off the boat slips. You can fish, swim, launch kayaks or even bring your boat right to the bank next to the access. If you have questions before booking, don’t hesitate to ask.

▻ Plenty of room also to pull your boat into the driveway if you need a place to keep it.

▻ 2 kayaks available for guest use (life jackets not provided; use at your own risk and adhere to lake safety rules).

▻ We are located in Cave Creek Cove- most of the cove is a no-wake zone so swimming is great here! The Cave Creek campground is 15 minutes away for your boat launch needs and the boat ride back to our area is 3 minutes long! We have an area for swimming and fishing, please note we do not have a "sandy area", the best place for this is on the islands in the lake. There are several places on the lake for jet ski and boat rentals.



Just a Few Friendly Notes for Your Safety:

▻ Feel free to enjoy the kayaks, just keep in mind that use is at your own risk

▻ Swimming in the lake is also at your own risk, so please be cautious

▻ Be sure to bring your own life jackets for kayaking or swimming

▻ For safety, children under 12 must wear a life jacket while using the kayaks

▻ Firewood Delivery Option- If you'd like firewood for your stay, we offer a convenient delivery service for $40. We personally handle both the sourcing and delivery. Payment is made directly, and all we ask is that you let us know ahead of time if you’d like to include it in your booking.





We take pride in offering a clean, comfortable, and welcoming space for your stay. The home is professionally cleaned and well-maintained, though minor signs of age may be present as this is a well-loved home rather than a hotel-style property. If anything needs attention, we’ll address it promptly to ensure a stress-free visit. We kindly ask that you treat the home as your own, and guests are responsible for any damages or loss, which should be reported immediately.







HOUSE RULES:

▻ Please do not unplug any electronics that are currently connected. Unplugging devices may result in a $100 fee.

▻ Strictly NO PARTIES.

▻ Please observe quiet hours between 10 PM and 8 AM

▻ Strictly NO SMOKING

▻ Kindly keep noise and activity neighbor-friendly.

▻ Please ensure pets are cleaned up after.

▻ Visitors are welcome but only with prior notice and host approval.







By booking this property, you agree to follow all rules and guidelines outlined in the listing. Failure to comply may result in a $500 fee, charged to the credit card used for the reservation.







POLICIES:

▻ Early Check-In – We’ll do our best to accommodate! Same-day requests depend on our cleaning team, and for future stays, the only guaranteed option is booking the prior night (if available).

▻ Luggage Drop – We’re happy to allow luggage drop with prior host approval.

▻ Late Check Out - Check-out time is 10 AM. A $50 fee will be charged for every 30 minutes you remain in the unit after this time.

▻ Package Delivery – We cannot guarantee safe or timely receipt of packages sent to the home. For reliability, we recommend using a local pick-up location or requesting doorstep delivery if sending items here.

▻ Pet Policy – We’re happy to welcome pets! A $140 non-refundable fee applies, plus $50 for each additional pet. This helps cover the extra deep cleaning to keep the home fresh for all guests.



▻ Third-Party Bookings - We cannot accept bookings made on behalf of someone else.

▻ Mail Back Service - If you forget something, we can mail it back for a $50 fee (as long as it’s not an oversized item)

▻ Cancellation - To receive a full refund, you must cancel within 24 hours before check-in. Any cancellations after this window will be charged according to the number of nights stayed.

▻ There are exterior cameras installed outside, it is on and recording 24/7.