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The Barn Loft at Catawba Farm - 30 min from the Ark Encounter

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Nestled beside a serene 1-acre pond, this rustic barn loft retreat offers captivating views and a tranquil setting. Step inside to discover an open-plan living area with exposed beams, concrete floors, and large windows that flood the space with natural light.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 11167 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

The Barn Loft at Catawba Farm - 30 min from the Ark Encounter

  • Escape to a unique blend of rustic charm and modern sophistication in our stunning barn loft! Nestled beside a beautiful 1 acre pond, the loft offers an unparalleled retreat with captivating views and a tranquil setting.

    Step inside to discover a spacious, open-plan living area featuring exposed beams, sleek concrete floors, and large windows that flood the space with natural light. The interior combines industrial elegance with Spanish-inspired touches.

    Just outside you can enjoy your beautiful 1 acre swimming pond or take a hike on our 2.5 mile Catawba Farm loop nature trail where you can explore the farm including another stocked fishing pond, multiple Licking River access points and all the many wildlife and scenic views the farm has to offer. At the Patriot Barn(red, white and blue roof) you can visit Jack our rescue donkey, Big T the bull, The 3 Little Pigs and our two Tennessee Fainting Goats Darryl and Donnie. Jack loves apples and other fruits and vegetables, Big T loves to be fed hay and the pigs...they will eat anything.

    Keep in mind this is an operating farm and you may see farmers and workers come and go time to time.

    If the river conditions allow for it we offer canoe trips or river raft rides without leaving the valley. Farmer Rob the neighbor who owns Gravett Farms can come pick you up. He will guide you to and help you in at a river access point on his property and your trip will finish up at our Licking River access. Approximately 2.5 mile trip

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,800 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 24

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
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

About the area

Butler is home to this holiday home. Eagle Creek Country Club and Brianza Gardens & Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Ark Encounter and Kangaroo Walkabout. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking. Visit our Butler travel guide
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Falmouth, KY

What's nearby

  • Kincaid Lake State Park
    Kincaid Lake State Park
    28 min drive - 24.5 km
  • Ark Encounter
    Ark Encounter
    41 min drive - 42.7 km
  • Rose Hill Farm Winery
    18 min drive - 10.3 km
  • Pendleton County Athletic Park
    21 min drive - 16.0 km
  • Pendleton County Fairgrounds
    21 min drive - 16.7 km

Getting around

  • Cincinnati, OH (LUK-Cincinnati Municipal - Lunken Field)
    54 min drive

Restaurants

  • Shell
    19 min drive
  • Howard's Place
    15 min drive
  • McDonald's
    15 min drive
  • Shell
    15 min drive
  • El Paso Mexican Restaurant
    15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Barn Loft at Catawba Farm - 30 min from the Ark Encounter pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at The Barn Loft at Catawba Farm - 30 min from the Ark Encounter?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Barn Loft at Catawba Farm - 30 min from the Ark Encounter?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Barn Loft at Catawba Farm - 30 min from the Ark Encounter located?

Situated in Butler, this holiday home is 11.2 mi (18 km) from Kincaid Lake State Park and within 20 miles (32 km) of Ohio River Valley and Williamstown Lake. Ohio River and William Arnold Log House are also within 20 miles (32 km).

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The Barn Loft at Catawba Farm - 30 min from the Ark Encounter Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 19 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 19 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 19 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Our stay at the loft was great. Our only issue was how far away everything was, shopping, grocery store and places for dinner. Make sure you pack what you need, few extra rolls of toilet paper, paper towels, Paper plates and so on. It is literally right in the middle of No Where! Was quiet and peaceful and the back deck was really nice. The living room furniture was not real comfortable. But enjoy your stay was beautiful!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Teresa S.

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

Great get away

Beautiful and peaceful property with sweet animals who love some attention
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kevin R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time. The water was great we fished right off the deck that was attached to house. Our children took the canoe and kayaks out for rides.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

John H.

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

Family trip

Wonderful stay. Very clean. Lots of fresh air and privacy. Kids loved to use the canoe in the pond.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jackson F.

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

Awesome House

The house was awesome with the pond and the farm animals! So private and quiet! Beautiful and clean house. Very friendly owners and quick to respond to questions.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Haylee P.

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

Amazing Stay!

Overall, had a great experience and time. Out of the 7 days in Kentucky our favorite day was the one spent at the house enjoying the property and swimming/fishing in the pond. Owner is extremely responsive. When our grill propane tank was empty a new one was delivered within 20 mins. Highly recommend
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Stacy F.

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

A little piece of heaven

If you love nature, animals, peace and tranquility…this is the place for you! What a beautiful home! Just like the pics. The barn, the pond, the nature trails…we could not have asked for more!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Faye T.

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

It’s away from bigger towns make sure you take what you need

It was clean owner very responsive when in need of something. There was a smell in the laundry room and we did deal with some flies it was cold that day so they made there way in . Remember it is in the country away from stores It was very nice inside .
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kaelyn R.

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

Amazing property, great for large families

We stayed here with our 9 children to go to the Ark & it was perfect. We enjoyed the evening/morning here better than the actual Ark. The property is beautiful, my older kids loved kayaking on the pond, wish we would have brought fishing poles, there was a barn full of farm animals my littles enjoyed, my husband watched turkeys in the mornings, and I personally loved the trains right coming/going outside my window. This is perfect for large families or get togethers, perfectly stocked for many people, they even had games and a football, and the drive out was gorgeous. Theres also a trail we didn’t get to enjoy but I bet is great. I couldn’t imagine anyone being disappointed in booking this place, all my kids, ages 6-21, said it was their favorite place we’ve stayed even out of the beach and mountains!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joel C.

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

Little Slice of Country Charm

I traveled with my family of 7. Children ages 14-6. The pond had life vest provided for all ages, much appreciated. The home was clean and well furnished. The host was very prompt and beyond helpful. The drive to The Ark was 28mins and The Creation Museum was under an hour. The animals were gentle and sweet. We fed them produce each night. The property was well maintained. We plan on visiting again!! Adding there is another rental on the same farm if you are looking for 2 houses I HIGHLY suggest this host/property. One home is 11 Guest and the other at 10 gives enough space for even the largest of families!!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kelley V.

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

Great stay for a large family!

Great place with views and tons of room!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Betsy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was very easy to communicate, answered quickly, try to accommodate requests. The house was like in the picture, the kids enjoyed kayaking and visiting the animals.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sue R.

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

Vacation

Loved the porch and pond
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauren R.

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

Ark Encounter Trip

We had the best time staying here during our visit to the Ark Encounter. The house set up was great for our group of teens and being on a farm was perfect cause it gave them room to roam. The pond was beautiful too! I’ll recommend this listing to everyone asking where to stay while visiting the Ark!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Sandy P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host Scott was very responsive and answered all my questions. This is a unique place and property, being part of a farm and in a farming community. It rained the whole 5 days we were there, but that didn't keep us from hiking the farm roads and following the train tracks, with umbrellas in hand. The pet farm animals were so much fun to feed veggie treats. Jack the donkey brayed when he saw us coming with his carrots. The bedrooms and bathrooms were well supplied and comfy, the living room just right for us 5 adult siblings. The kitchen was large enough to prepare all our meals there. The kitchen was short on some basic utensils, coffee cups, etc, but that is easily rectified.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Liz L.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025