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Family Cottage on the Licking River - Sleeps up to 10

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 10134.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Falmouth, KY
  • Kincaid Lake State Park
    6 min drive
  • Rose Hill Farm Winery
    8 min drive
  • Ark Encounter
    31 min drive
  • Cincinnati, OH (LUK-Cincinnati Municipal - Lunken Field)
    53 min drive

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About the area

Falmouth

With a stay at this cottage, you'll be centrally located in Falmouth, within a 10-minute drive of Kincaid Lake State Park and Rose Hill Farm Winery. .This family-friendly cottage is 19.3 mi (31.1 km) from Ark Encounter and 16.8 mi (27 km) from Williamstown Lake.

What's nearby

  • Kincaid Lake State Park - 6 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Rose Hill Farm Winery - 8 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Ark Encounter - 31 min drive - 31.2 km
  • Williamstown Lake - 32 min drive - 27.1 km
  • Dry Ridge Outlet Mall - 35 min drive - 35.4 km

Getting around

  • Cincinnati, OH (LUK-Cincinnati Municipal - Lunken Field) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Smoking Pig Tavern - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Two Rivers Pizza - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪El Paso Mexican Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Ming Moon - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Family Cottage on the Licking River - Sleeps up to 10

This renovated 1940s cottage supports our ministry to create work programs for developmentally disabled adults. Located on a peaceful 27-acre property, you will be on a private road with a basketball court, playground and several open acres to play, walk and enjoy your stay. The kitchen has all accoutrement to cook family meals and the open living area has an Amazon Smart TV, simple DVD player, and laptop space.

We have a large family, so this cottage was designed with families and your relaxation in mind. Throughout the home, vinyl flooring was installed for easy clean up and soft landings for new walkers and toddlers, and quick clean up supplies are in easy reach.

You may also notice that there are no bunk beds for kids to fall from or fight over, limited knick-knacks in open view and a few coloring books, toys and various books for young readers. We purposefully have simple décor with open space to play, so there are small dressers for the kids in the closets along with hangers, table lights and night lights.

In the living room, there is a 39-inch Amazon TV to stream movies, as well as a DVD player. Inside the TV cabinet, there are cards, a few puzzles in different age ranges and abilities, family-friendly games, and limited DVDs. (The TV cabinet and mirror in the photos are tethered to the wall.)

The kitchen has basics for family cooking and eating, children's dishes (plastic bowls, plates and cups in 4 different colors), a small coffee area and basic cleaning supplies. We try to stock a few snack items in case you get in late or have a late morning and need snacks, but there is a Dollar General Market about 5 minutes away and Kroger delivers groceries if you want to plan ahead.

As shown in photos and layout, you will find the set up as follows:
Bedroom 1 - Queen bed across the hall from the bathroom.
Bedroom 2 - Higher bed with trundle underneath as well as a separate twin bed.
Bedroom 3 - Three (3) twin beds in a U shape with room for kids to play, if needed.
Utility Room - Off the kitchen is a very large utility room with a full-sized futon bed that can sleep two comfortably. Linens are provided.

Laurel Bend's main purpose is to create a safe and enjoyable, family-friendly venue for weddings, reunions and other retreats while providing work and job training for adults with developmental disabilities. Part of our program will involve animals, so as we progress, we will be adding more animals and offerings. We currently are breeding angora goats (we had four kids born 2023) and have ten Suri and Huacaya alpacas (Dark Chocolate with white on his nose has been with us the longest and is the friendliest) which are in the pastures across our private road from the cottage. Because goats and alpacas are not friendly to outside animals, we can’t accept family pets.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned cottage, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. A Smart television and a DVD player are provided for your entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like wireless internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Summer Miller

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Paper towels
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Blender
  • Ice maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

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

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Near a laundromat

Work spaces

  • Laptop workspace

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the river
  • In the city centre
  • Near a health or beauty spa

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Basketball nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Power boating nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1450 sq ft (134.7 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

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 not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
Property Registration Number 02092

Property is also known as

Peaceful Cottage on the Licking River - Sleeps up to 10 Cottage
Peaceful Cottage on the Licking River - Sleeps up to 10 Falmouth

Family Cottage on the Licking River - Sleeps up to 10 Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 38 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 38 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 38 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 38 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 38 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Eric J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Small Farm In A Small Town
The house itself was what we expected except the air conditioning is two window air conditioners. One in one of the small bedrooms and one in the living room. The other bedrooms do not get cold, just cool if you leave the doors open. Not a huge deal as it wasn't extremely hot during our stay. The check-in process was not very clear, you do use the side-door, not the front-door to enter/exit. The animals were cool to look at. They do have large groups that visit regularly, we had a group that showed up quite late on one of the evenings but were gone before we woke up. Our main issue with the rental was the owners, they leave in a building next to the house and they are around in the morning/evenings. Most of the times we talked with them it seemed like we were a nuisance to have renting. The husband came over to talk with us sternly that our kids were bothering one of their other long-term residents that was living in a tent on the property. They were just laughing and being kids around the vicinity and they got upset. We were never given any boundaries or instructions for the farm up until this point. After this happened - the owner were very cold to us. The house and property are a 4.5, but the interaction with the owners really put a damper on our trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

James C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our stay
Nice, clean, comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessie L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay, cute goat farm
We loved this place. There were 10 of us. The owners were nice and knowledgeable. They educated us about Angora goats. Cute working farm. We went to the Ark Encounter and Creation Museum. Great trip!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carmen V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Kentucky spring break getaway
We had a wonderful time relaxing in the comforts of the small town and took some wonderful day trips to see surrounding area. It was great to have three separate rooms for all of us and a kitchen to cook in. We did some exploring on the property and tried fishing in river as well as got to enjoy the animals! Thank you for a wonderful time.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brentany S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect spot
We were in Falmouth for a funeral last week and we couldn’t have stayed in a better place. The farm was tranquil and they let our kids feed the animals. It made a sad week more manageable to be honest. They also had a basketball court and playground for the kids. I highly recommend this place.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jocelyn

Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staying at the cottage was lovely and peaceful surrounded by the alpacas, goats and chickens. The playground was enjoyed by our children and the rooms were comfortable. I loved the multiple twin beds as the kids struggle to share a double or queen, so there were many fewer arguments. The livingroom was spacious enough for all of us to lounge and the smart TV was enjoyable after a long day of walking. The kitchen was reasonbly stocked, but needed a few more cutlery. Also, a fly swatter would be handy. We loved the scriptural encouragment found around the cottage, and overall, had a lovely stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

4/10 Poor

Liza T., Sharpsburg, Georgia

Disliked: Cleanliness
Not Clean or Comfortable
Stayed with grandkids and husband. House looked clean upon arrival, however I quickly realized the floors were very dirty when the bottoms of my feet turned black, after walking barefoot on the LVP flooring. Kitchen sink leaking and water drips in a pan and has a layer of slime on it. Outdated food left in cabinets and fridge, and we even found several packages of medicine in a cabinet. Don't expect central air, two window units try their best to cool the house, but bedrooms end up hot while other rooms are freezing. I understand the company is trying to employee disabled people, however the owner or caretaker should follow up to make sure things are in order and clean. A sitter traveling with us was planning on staying in the cabin on the property and it had not been cleaned at all when we arrived. I don't expect perfection when I travel using VRBO's and I have stayed in many while riding our RZR in Kentucky, Virginia and West Virginia, but I do expect them to be clean and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Holly A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean, fun house nestled away.
Was a very nice clean house, kids loved the basketball court, and animals. The chickens just walk around freely they follow you around the little ones loved it. Its just 4 Minutes away from a very nice state park with a pool. We went to ark encounters, Creation museum and another day to an aquatic center. While falmouth is a tiny town its easy to maneuver around, but, not very much there. There is a laundry mat about 5 minutes away which was very convenient! We had a little trouble with the internet but the communication with the host was prompt and it was taken care of immediately! I'd recommend others to stay as it was a very nice experience!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tony

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was a very nice little house. It was clean and ready even tho we were early. The property owner was extremely nice and rheir daughter was veey helpful with the animals and showing us around the property. Very nice and quiet place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Audrey P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
The property was very pretty. Our kids enjoyed the playground and having their own beds. Very peaceful place to stay. Host was great at communicating and making sure we were good.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Jennifer B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyable stay surrounded by nature, farm animals, cute kitties and even get comfy beds!
The property itself is beautiful. The animals give a refreshing scenery out the kitchen window, and main area was comfortable and plentiful for our large family. Feeding the chickens scraps helped us feel at home, as fellow hobby farmers. We enjoyed having some availability of kitchen items to make home cooked meals, and comfortable seating and enough home space for everyone to have privacy. There were some pantry items and spices, etc available as well. The beds were very comfortable and linens were fresh and clean. There were a few areas of mild concern that we shared with the host and she offered solutions accordingly. The playground is nice but in rough shape (broken monkey bars, bugs) but the kiddos enjoyed it nonetheless. The large side yard was great for soccer games and getting the extra energy out. The host left suggestions for restaurants, a laundry mat and grocery. We enjoyed Howards for ice cream a few times in town and Two Rivers stone baked pizza DELICIOUS! I would caution you, that the site is a campground type facility. There were several groups on the property and the bunk houses/camping facilities are right in your side yard so you experience everyone's noise, activities, etc. We also weren't sure where to go to visit the grounds as there were several other groups attending the same week we attended. We wanted to have quiet walks, etc and that was challenging due to the others at the facility and how they were always gathered throughout the property.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place
We had a very enjoyable time staying here. It was just perfect for our family of 9.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay!
Wonderful host and cozy home! Perfect for families visiting Answers in Genesis!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alisa O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing stay!
Summer was the best host. The home was perfect for our family (2 adults and 7 kids). We loved all of the little touches around the house to make it feel homey. It was well stocked with all of the essentials. Our kids loved being able to use the swing set and getting to meet the animals.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brandon F.

Liked: Cleanliness
5 night stay
We had a great time. The cottage was very hospitable and had everything we needed to feel right at home. The kids loved having the animals nearby and were very happy to have a playground and basketball court. If I ever come back anywhere near this area this will be the first place I look to stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ollie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked how it was surrounded with such beauty of nature and the farm animals. Loved that it had a playground, fire pits, and basketball court for my kids. It was well suited for our needs and during our stay. Provided a cozy atmosphere of relaxation and family time. It was near the attractions we wanted to see while visiting.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Crystal B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
This was a great place to stay. We were within an easy drive to the Ark, the aquarium and restaurants.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Renee F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay
We enjoyed the house, the grounds, everything was great! Couldn’t ask for a nicer host! Would definitely recommend this place!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rick R., Washington DC

Liked: Cleanliness
Convenient to the Ark
This was a great place for us to stay when we visited the Ark. perfect for our 3 year old. He loved the playground, the fields to run in, and visiting the animals.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Archie V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome cottage
Location was very good, close to everything we needed, the kincad state park nearby so we could go swimming ,my family played on the playground my son made new friends , it was a home away from home, i would rent it again in a heartbeat. Archie
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jenny N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay with a family!
Excellent!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jessica Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for our visit to the Ark
Adorable place and the host was very friendly and helpful in her communication! Perfect for our family’s trip to the ARK.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Amy S.

Liked: Cleanliness
A full house to unwind in.
We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nieccole H., Edwardsville, IL USA

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a great stay!
This property was nice! You can tell the owners care. Our children loved the alpacas. We had a great stay and would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin M.

Liked: Cleanliness
5 stars
Great stay, owner, and property!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022