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River House - Cottage with KY River View & Access

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Terrace/patio
Exterior
1 bedroom, WiFi, bed sheets
Dining
Combined shower/bathtub, towels, soap, shampoo
Perched on the Kentucky River, this river house offers a serene escape. Unwind with beautiful views of the river and palisades from the patio swing or stroll down to the party-sized dock for easy access to water activities.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 451 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Pet-friendly

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About this property

Entire place

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

River House - Cottage with KY River View & Access

Come relax at the peaceful river house. It feels like a retreat right on the Kentucky River with a party-sized dock for easy river access. It’s a cozy cottage on stilts with a breakfast bar on the porch and swing on the patio. Be surrounded by nature and beautiful views of the river and palisades.

Tuck away in seclusion just minutes away from downtown Wilmore, Asbury University & Seminary. 35 minutes or less from LEX Bluegrass Airport, Keeneland and Shaker Village.

Jessamine County Conditional Use Permit #8463

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 550 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

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

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

Map
Wilmore, KY

What's nearby

  • Asbury University - 12 min drive - 9.1 km
  • Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill - 19 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Herrington Lake - 31 min drive - 10.2 km
  • Keeneland Racing Course - 41 min drive - 38.6 km
  • Peninsula Golf Course - 45 min drive - 38.5 km

Getting around

  • Lexington, KY (LEX-Blue Grass) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪La Casa De Jose - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Shaker Village Trustees' House - ‬30 min drive
  • ‪Sunset Marina - ‬40 min drive
  • ‪Shaker Village at Pleasant Hill - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Great Wall - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is River House - Cottage with KY River View & Access pet-friendly?

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

What time is check-in at River House - Cottage with KY River View & Access?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at River House - Cottage with KY River View & Access?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is River House - Cottage with KY River View & Access located?

Located in High Bridge, this cottage is 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from High Bridge Park and 1.5 mi (2.5 km) from High Bridge Kentucky River Museum. Reservoir Park and B. L. Fisher Library are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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River House - Cottage with KY River View & Access Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 28 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 28 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Steven A.

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

All around great stay!

Great house, great property, great area & great host. It was just great all-around!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jesse B.

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

Birthday Relaxation

Visited here for my Fiancees birthday. This is the cleanest VRBO we ever rented. The house had everything we needed for a relaxing time. Very nice scenery. This place is awesome for a weekend getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

nopath ..

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

Ky River stay

Nice relaxing stay. The owner went above and beyond to notify us of the rising river during the flood of April 2025. They we able to notify us to check out a bit early and get ahead of the rising water to ensure we made it out safely. Thanks again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn S.

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

Loved it

We loved the property and the view of the Kentucky River. We enjoyed exploring the surrounding area.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allen D.

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

Beautiful place

The house and the view are gorgeous. The boat dock was great to sit and watch the river. Had some trouble keeping the shower at a steady temperature but would still 10/10 recommend
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elaine F.

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

Beautiful!!

Nothing could beat relaxing on the back porch, listen for and watching the trains, and simply letting the river peacefully roll by. The house was spotless and had everything we needed for a perfect getaway. Highly recommended!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

christian k.

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

River House

perfect
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Coley C.

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

10/10!!!

This is the perfect little getaway spot! It feels like it's in its own world, but it's close to many things to do. The host has thought of all the things the make your stay even better. We will definitely go back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alison P.

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

So Relaxing!

I booked this cute little cottage for friends that was coming to town. We all loved the cottage and the peacefulness of the area. We had plenty of spaces to hang out at between the porch, the swing at the fireplace, and the dock. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy J., Marlette

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

Family getaway

This property was more than we expected. We loved it from the 1st day to the last day. The river view was so relaxing. The railroad was also relaxing after the 1st day. Definitely want to go back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teresa E.

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

Amazing

The property was perfect! LOVED the location and peacefulness of the river and nature. The house was exactly as described and more! We will definitely come back. Thank you for sharing such a wonderful peace of paradise.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caroline C.

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

Anniversary Staycation

I’ve already recommended to friends and family, and we hope to make it back when it’s warmer to really be able to spend time outside and utilize the dock! It was such an easy and peaceful getaway, we loved watching the trains go by! No complaints :)
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael Z.

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

River house

Nice river house with excellent river view and access! Nice DNR ramp 1/2 mi down road.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly M.

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

Relaxing cottage on the river

Great place to relax. Cottage has all the amenities you need to just chill. You will need a little chill after driving the road down and probably do not want to do it in the dark. We really enjoyed the beautiful area!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

christian k., louisville

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

Paradise

This place is as nice as it looks, lovely. Almost postcard. Perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

william s.

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

River house get away

The location and cleanliness of the house was amazing. The host had kayaks and swim ladder to use. The view off the deck was beautiful! We will definitely be back in the future. The mattress and pillows could use an upgrade but we had an amazing time with a great host. 10 out of 10 we would recommend again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa B. S.

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

Peaceful

My husband and I loved our stay and were kicking ourselves for not finding it sooner! The home is beautiful, the view is amazing, accommodations were great, and the host was always accessible and eager to help. We spent time exploring High Bridge, hiking at the Jessamine Creek Gorge Trail, playing cards, scrabble, relaxing in the swing by the fire, and kayaking. We had a blast and the neighborhood was so quiet, a total bonus. I only wish we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shannon H., Sparta, USA

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

Getaway for a concert

Super cute and cozy place. Would have been nice to know ahead of time about the trains that run on the close bridge till 2am…still would have rented it. Very nice rental! Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

George R.

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

Great spot

This vrbo is located just below where dix river joins the ky river and has a great view of high bridge, too. The house is newly remodeled and has a rally nice porch and dock. It was cozy when we stayed in December and would be even better in spring/summer/fall. We heard a few trains going over the bridge at night and watched them during the day. They did wake us up a couple times but it was worth it!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jen D.

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

A peaceful escape

The property was wonderful and exactly as described. We only stayed 2 nights, but had plenty of time for exploring and relaxing and a little paddle time also. Fireworks on the 4th of July at RJ Corman were fantastic... we arrived an hour and 10min before the show and they were just closing the gate so we parked across the street and had a fantastic view and easier exit! Thank you for a short but wonderful visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sherda W.

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

2/18/204

Very clean, well stocked but not cluttered. Ice and quiet. Perfect for one person of a couple.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bill K.

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

every bit as good as the reviews

What a wonderful house and stunningly beautiful setting. Just right for two people. We drank coffee each morning on the porch overlooking the river and watched the fog on the river slowly burn off. The up-to-date features set this apart from other rentals we have stayed in. Very quiet. The lane is a great walk. Make sure you visit High Bridge Park. We hope to come back sometime.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie H.

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

Quick, Peaceful Getaway

I was needing a change of scenery and wanted to spend the day on some water and this place was perfect! Just as described, close to Midway, and a dock right on the river! Spent 2 nights so I would have a full day to spend enjoying the outdoors. It was so relaxing and peaceful. The place is beautiful and fully equipped with everything you might need. Just know that the road driving in is narrow and curvy, it is close to high bridge and the train still runs (but not a lot and I enjoyed it), and you will need bug spray in the evening. I highly recommend this spot!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

John S.

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

Anniversary trip

My wife and I stayed here for 4 nights. We also brought our two pets. We really enjoyed our stay. The house is so clean and has everything you need. We brought our own food and did a lot of cooking there. The drive to the house takes you through the beautiful countryside and then into the canyon with cliffs on either side. We saw a ton of wildlife too. The house was 15 minutes from Wilmore which has an off leash dog park and some stores. It's also about 30 minutes from Lexington where we spent some time visiting historic sites. The host was very easy to communicate with and would definitely stay here again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

christian k., louisville

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

High Bridge

The property is really nice, it has everything you need. You can swim, fish, and hike, just steps out the door. We love it, and can't wait to go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023