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Cabin in Dixon
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 234 reviewsCrouse’s North Ninety Lake House
Tiny home in Monticello
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 166 reviewsAdorable Tiny LakeView Cottage with kayaks!
Guest suite in Albany
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 203 reviewsPage's Legacy “Spring has sprung at the Lake”
Cabin in Brodhead
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 198 reviewsLittle Lake Cabin
Home in Lewisburg
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 104 reviewsCharming Lakefront A-Frame with 4 Adult Kayaks
Cabin in Mount Eden
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 108 reviewsBourbon Country Cottage
Cottage in Pleasureville
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 174 reviewsThe Cozy Cottage on One Goat Farm
Cabin in Louisville
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 304 reviewsCaptain's Cabin:Historic Romantic by Bourbon Trail
Home rentals in Kentucky
Home in Paducah
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 214 reviews902 historic brick shotgun house
Home in Winchester
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 674 reviewsCozy Cottage
Home in Harrodsburg
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 204 reviewsKentucky Horse Farm Barndo On The Bourbon Trail
Home in Jackson County
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 116 reviewsCozy & Delightful Countryside Stay
Home in Berea
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 637 reviewsBerea Painter's Cottage
Home in Grand Rivers
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 536 reviewsSeclusion with the Lake a step away....
Home in Wayne County
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 114 reviewsNancy Kentucky - The Faubush Cabin
Home in Raywick
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 167 reviewsBourbon Trail Country Farmhouse
Lakefront home rentals in Kentucky
Home in Somerset
4.87 out of 5 average rating, 117 reviewsLakeview Blue
Home in Brandenburg
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 238 reviewsLuxury lakehouse retreat with picturesque views
Home in Dry Ridge
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 164 reviewsCustom Log Home on Lake Williamstown. Near Ark.
Home in Prospect
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 209 reviewsThe River House
Home in Beattyville
4.86 out of 5 average rating, 111 reviewsRanch at the Red (1.5 mi to Motherlode)
Home in Glasgow
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 128 reviewsTranquil Cabin on Barren River Lake
Home in Louisville
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 232 reviewsThe Lakehouse at Progress Park in Derby City
Home in Lewisburg
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 44 reviewsThe FunKY Bean
Your guide to Kentucky
All About Kentucky
Bordered by the Ohio River to the north and the gently rolling Appalachian Mountains to the east, Kentucky is a land of rugged hills, raging rivers, endless caves, and oh so much good music. The state’s musical innovations span several genres, including bluegrass, blues, and country, spawned from the eastern hills where you can still find local artists and national acts performing in places like Covington, with its independent theaters and music venues. Along with being the birthplace of bourbon, Kentucky also boasts an impressive culinary tradition: its unique hickory smoked barbecue style has spread to the rest of the country and can be traced back to the Welsh settlers of the western wetlands.
For a dose of Kentucky culture, stroll Louisville’s fashionable Frankfort Avenue in with its trendy bars and bohemian vibes, or spend a day in the cute little town of Bardstown, where you can sample the state’s legendary distillate, see an outdoor musical, and visit a whiskey museum. If it’s the outdoors you crave, explore the rugged Daniel Boone National Forest or the sandstone bluffs in the Red River Gorge Geological Area that make up just a small portion of the almost 2 million acres of public land in the state.
The best time to stay in a vacation rental in Kentucky
Sitting between the warmer climate zone of the south and the colder northern areas of the country, Kentucky finds itself with generally mild temperatures and pleasant weather conditions throughout much of the year. Summers can bring high humidity, and with that often comes dramatic thunderstorms that sweep the landscape. For summer festivities, the famous Kentucky State Fair takes place towards the end of August, and the International Bar-B-Q Festival takes place around mid-May in Owensboro for a taste of the hickory smoked meats and spicy vinegar-based BBQ sauces the region is known for.
The diverse deciduous forests break out in a brilliant display of autumn hues during the fall, which can be a great time to search for cabin rentals in Kentucky, as the temperatures tend to be the mildest during the shoulder seasons. With the winter comes slightly lower temperatures and a reduction in humidity. Regardless of the time of year, the state's levels of rainfall tend to stay relatively stable.
Top things to do in Kentucky
Mammoth Cave National Park
Mammoth Cave National Park is a 52,830-acre limestone cave system in central western Kentucky with over 400 miles of surveyed tunnel, making it the most extensive known cave system on the planet. Spending as little as half an hour, or up to a full day of exploration, is possible in the underground passageways alone. Above ground, hiking, rock climbing, kayaking, and horseback riding are all on offer.
Berea
This rural countryside town is known as the Folk Arts & Crafts Capital of Kentucky. Artisans, artists, and creatives have flocked to this UNESCO Creative City for its tradition of supporting the arts since its earliest days as an English settlement. Museums and galleries like the Appalachian Artisan Center, where you can find exhibits, classes, and art for purchase, can be found in Berea’s old town Artisan Village alongside glass studios and other artisanal workshops for patronage.
Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame & Museum
Located in Owensboro, the Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame highlights the musicians and performers who helped bring the iconic style into the limelight. In addition, the museum has several displays and exhibits that detail the history behind the music, as well as lesson opportunities and several live concerts throughout the year.
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