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Enjoy cooking in this well-equipped kitchen with a refrigerator, microwave, and oven.
Relax in this stylish living room with a flat-screen TV, entertainment center, and comfortable seating area.
Enter a serene hallway leading to a porch area.
Stroll through the beautifully maintained garden, surrounded by vibrant autumn foliage and a charming stone wall.
Situated in a peaceful rural setting, this single-story house offers a serene retreat surrounded by lush greenery and a well-maintained lawn.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Dry Ridge, KY
  • Eagle Creek Country Club
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Dry Ridge Outlet Mall
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Ark Encounter
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Cincinnati, OH (CVG-Cincinnati - Northern Kentucky Intl.)
    ‪40 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Dry Ridge

In Dry Ridge .Within 6 miles (10 km) of this vacation home, you'll find Eagle Creek Country Club and Grant County Park. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Piddle Park and Dry Ridge Outlet Mall.
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What's nearby

  • Eagle Creek Country Club - 11 min drive - 4.9 miles
  • Dry Ridge Outlet Mall - 11 min drive - 7.4 miles
  • Ark Encounter - 16 min drive - 13.1 miles
  • Ararat Ridge Zoo - 21 min drive - 14.8 miles
  • Florence Speedway - 27 min drive - 21.2 miles

Getting around

  • Cincinnati-Northern Kentucky Int'l Airport (CVG) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Beans - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Cracker Barrel - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬12 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.

Minutes from the Ark Encounter!

Charming country home that can host the whole family! Bright, neutral and western décor with amenities! Free wi-fi, smart TV, coffee maker, and fully stocked kitchen if you choose to do your own cooking! Located less than 8 Miles from ARK Encounter & less than 15 mins to Williamstown Lake. Centrally located between Cincinnati and Lexington, this property is easily accessible to Williamstown Lake, Creation Museum, Kentucky Horse Park, Newport Aquarium, as well as multiple dining & shopping venues!

Property manager

Craig Pennington

Similar properties

Enjoy cooking in this well-equipped kitchen with appliances, a sink, and a dining area.

cozy for 8/Ark 1 mile/full laundry & kitchen/wi-fi

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
4.6 out of 5, Wonderful, 16 reviews
$299 nightly
The price is $329
Jul 21 - Jul 22
Total includes taxes and fees
cozy for 8/Ark 1 mile/full laundry & kitchen/wi-fi

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

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

Pets

  • No pets 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 not indicated whether 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Minutes from the Ark Encounter! to the airport?

This vacation home is 29.4 mi (37-min drive) away from the Cincinnati-Northern Kentucky Int'l Airport (CVG) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Minutes from the Ark Encounter! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Minutes from the Ark Encounter! offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Minutes from the Ark Encounter!?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Minutes from the Ark Encounter!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Minutes from the Ark Encounter!?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Minutes from the Ark Encounter! have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Minutes from the Ark Encounter! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Minutes from the Ark Encounter! to downtown Dry Ridge?

This vacation home is 4.8 mi away from Dry Ridge.

Minutes from the Ark Encounter! Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 35 out of 46 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 46 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 46 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 46 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 46 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Terry C.

Liked: Cleanliness

we enjoyed the property, would reccomend it

Great
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donald S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quiet getaway

Owner was very helpful and friendly. We enjoyed our short stayover.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victoria M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Little Blue House

We enjoyed the house and the convenience of the proximity of the Ark Encounter. Craig was quick to respond to our messages and our girls loved the bunkbed!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

TC M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quiet Country Getaway

The Blue House was an ideal place for a family reset! We spent the days exploring the area and visiting the Ark Encounter, the Creation Museum, and the Cincinnati Zoo. We returned in the evening to play games and have dinner. The kids were sad to leave - both the house and the sweetest four-legged, neighborhood welcome committee!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great

Nice place close to the ark encounter.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allison G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay!

Had a great stay, property was very clean and easy to access. Would recommend to anyone wanting a quiet night away with friends!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Misty W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Could have been better.

Very cute house, in need of a new mattress. It was the worst bed I’ve ever slept on.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tina C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Country Roads

Nice country house that is bigger than it appears. Nice and quiet!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Savannah H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely home in the country.

We adored the little blue house. The fall leaves all around were stunning! Craig was awesome!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
This property was perfect for our family. We loved the country charm. We definitely recommend the Blue House!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Lindsey T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Little House!

Our fam stayed here and it was a cute, quaint little house! Plenty of living space. We don't do any cooking, but it seemed like it had plenty to accommodate that! Only downside I can see if that while it's rural, the road it is on is quite busy always. Couldn't sleep one night, and there were cars going by until 1-2 am. Beyond that, the place was great! Lots of space outside to play in the backyard! About 15 min or so, from The Ark! Craig was great to work with and promptly got back to us when we realized we left a couple things! Super nice!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great for a family!

We loved our stay! It was the perfect space for our whole family. The full kitchen, laundry, and large bedrooms were great for travelling with kids. A very clean, spacious, and peaceful place. Craig was very prompt in responding to questions or needs during our stay. If you're looking for somewhere quiet and peaceful, this is it! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would highly recommend it!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Good Option Close to tue Ark Encounter

Overall a good stay and a nice option for a family for a quick overnight. The floors and kitchen were spotless and the country atmosphere was nice! Google maps and Waze struggled to find the address but we found it after a few times. The house is clean and great for a short stay but probably not great for more than a couple of nights max. The host did a nice job communicating before and after and that was appreciated. A few suggestions to make the stay fives across the board. The icemaker and water dispenser in the fridge did not work, and the towels for the bathroom are showing age and the soap was watered down both probably need to be replaced. The recliner in one of the bedrooms has upholstery peeling and the top bunk did not have a bunky board under the mattress so the top sagged over the person underneath. It would be nice to be able to see/ access local news. The connected TV is great but for weather and breaking news it might be good to have an option to local stations. Again overall a good stay and would use again for a a short stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pamela M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfection!

Beautiful home with great homey decor, all the modern amenities you'd want and need!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Lorena, Chicago

Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Olguita D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Trip

The property is exactly as described. We had great communication with Craig throughout our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing stay

We enjoyed our time away. Very convenient location. Property manager was a pleasure to work with.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Ian

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient location to visit the Ark Encounter
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Szonja R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Restful

We found the house a great place to rest between our busy days at the Ark. Well equipped, pleasant, clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joyce

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a cute home and away from everyone. Very peaceful.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Rebecca S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Convenient to Attractions

Close to the ark encounter and not too far from the Cincinnati Zoo. Place was very clean. The bed was a little too firm for my liking. I would also recommend to the owner a blackout curtain is needed at the end of the house where the streetlight is.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Countryside

Cute countryside place to stay when visiting Ark Encounter and Creation Museum in Dry Ridge, KY area
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Ashley F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice place

It was a nice place.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Luella M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Restful

Nice country property with room for a family to relax.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Ryan E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great

Property was in a great location with close access to food, retail and area attractions. House was very clean and well kept with all the necessary ammenities.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023