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Cottage in Pleasureville
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 177 reviewsThe Cozy Cottage on One Goat Farm
Guest suite in Albany
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 204 reviewsPage's Legacy “Spring has sprung at the Lake”
Home in Lewisburg
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 105 reviewsCharming Lakefront A-Frame with 4 Adult Kayaks
Tiny home in Monticello
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 170 reviewsAdorable Tiny LakeView Cottage with kayaks!
Cabin in Brodhead
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 202 reviewsLittle Lake Cabin
Cabin in Mount Sterling
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 206 reviewsThe Honey Hut, Think of “ On Golden Pond"
Cabin in Burnside
4.87 out of 5 average rating, 131 reviewsCumberland Cabin Get Away
Home in New Hope
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 163 reviewsThe Barrel House Bed & Breakfast
Vacation rentals with pools in Kentucky
Cottage in Hopkinsville
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 105 reviews*Pool*Animals*Farm Views*Quaint Cottage
Farm stay in Harrodsburg
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 117 reviewsThe Bunkhouse at Big Red Stables
Barn in Mount Eden
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 122 reviewsSweet Hollow Farm
Cottage in Shelbyville
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 171 reviewsCozy Cottage on Firefly Farm
Cabin in Covington
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 248 reviewsGuest House Monte Cassino Vineyards
Cottage in Maceo
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 147 reviewsHattie's Hill Cottage
Guest suite in Williamsburg
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 155 reviewsCreekside Adventures
Home in Lebanon
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 142 reviewsDowntown Abode Your home away from home.
Kentucky home rentals
Home in Paducah
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 220 reviews902 historic brick shotgun house
Home in Jackson County
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 121 reviewsCozy & Delightful Countryside Stay
Home in Lexington
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 325 reviewsHorse Farm Creekside Cabin- 6 min to KY Horse Park
Home in Stamping Ground
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 613 reviewsBuffalo Springs Distilling Company
Home in Bardstown
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 467 reviewsCreekview Farm: Bourbon, Horses, and Sunsets
Home in Harrodsburg
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 208 reviewsKentucky Horse Farm Barndo On The Bourbon Trail
Home in Wayne County
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 116 reviewsNancy Kentucky - The Faubush Cabin
Home in Berea
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 644 reviewsBerea Painter's Cottage
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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