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Waterfront lakehouse on Nolin Lake near Mammoth Cave

Mammoth Cave vacation home with kitchen

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Outdoor dining
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TV, fireplace, DVD player
Interior
TV, fireplace, DVD player

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 61600 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Mammoth Cave, KY
  • Place, Nolin River Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Mammoth Cave National Park
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, National Corvette Museum
    ‪39 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Mammoth Cave

On lake.Within a 5-minute walk of this Mammoth Cave vacation home, you'll find Nolin River Lake and Nolin Lake State Park. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Mammoth Cave National Park and Shady Hollow Golf Course.
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What's nearby

  • Nolin River Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Mammoth Cave National Park - 12 min drive - 10.2 miles
  • National Corvette Museum - 39 min drive - 39.6 miles
  • Western Kentucky University - 45 min drive - 43.7 miles
  • Beech Bend Park - 51 min drive - 45.2 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪PJ's Roadhouse - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Kyrock Grill - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Birry's party barn - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Blue Holler Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Ponderosa Boat Dock On Nolin Lake - ‬35 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.

Waterfront lakehouse on Nolin Lake near Mammoth Cave

Whether you’re looking for a quiet, relaxing getaway to recharge or a trip packed with activities and sightseeing, this lakehouse should be part of your plans. Located right on the water of Nolin Lake, this property has a private deck, a large yard and a peaceful fire pit all with a beautiful view of the lake. The house features 3 bedrooms each with its own full bath in a floor plan that allows some privacy for traveling friends and families. The bedrooms surround a large fully-equipped kitchen and family room with a wall of windows overlooking the lake. If activity and adventure is more your style, this house is near a variety of options such as Mammoth Cave National Park, Nolin Lake State Park, horseback riding, boat rentals, the National Corvette Museum, Beech Bend Amusement Park and Raceway, Abraham Lincoln’s Birthplace and Boyhood Home, the Kentucky Bourbon Trail, ATV trails, a water park and much more. Great for both a family vacation or a friends getaway, this lakehouse is ready and waiting to help you make lifelong memories.

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The Lodge at Mammoth Cave
Brownsville
  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
4.5 out of 5, Wonderful, 349 reviews
$142 nightly
The price is $156
May 31 - Jun 1
Total with taxes and fees
The Lodge at Mammoth Cave

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: Outdoors only

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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

  • Unit size: 1,600 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 25

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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Outdoors only

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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
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. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Waterfront Lakehouse Nolin Lake Mammoth Cave House

Waterfront Lakehouse Nolin Lake Mammoth Cave

Waterfront Lakehouse Nolin

Waterfront Lakehouse Nolin House

Frequently asked questions

Does Waterfront lakehouse on Nolin Lake near Mammoth Cave have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Waterfront lakehouse on Nolin Lake near Mammoth Cave offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Waterfront lakehouse on Nolin Lake near Mammoth Cave?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Waterfront lakehouse on Nolin Lake near Mammoth Cave?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Waterfront lakehouse on Nolin Lake near Mammoth Cave?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Waterfront lakehouse on Nolin Lake near Mammoth Cave have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Waterfront lakehouse on Nolin Lake near Mammoth Cave have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Waterfront lakehouse on Nolin Lake near Mammoth Cave to downtown Mammoth Cave?

This vacation home is 4.6 mi away from Mammoth Cave.

Waterfront lakehouse on Nolin Lake near Mammoth Cave Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 60 out of 88 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 88 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 88 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 88 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 88 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

VICTOR C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Communication was easy and accurate. Great place, enjoyed our short stay. Thanks.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026

6/10 Okay

Kelly M.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Layout of the house and communication were nice. The view was stunning. We weren't able to stay in the house we booked the first night because the keypad lock was out of batteries. The owner answered the phone right away and arranged for us to stay at her other, nearby property just for that first night. They fixed the lock the next morning and we moved back to the house on the lake.As others have mentioned, the listing is not clear that you do not have lake access. The property has a steep hill before the lake and no dock, but the neighbors were totally fine with us using their dock.Also as others have mentioned, there was a strong musty smell in the house. We were also disappointed with the cleanliness of the space. There was visible mold in the master bath, piles of dust and tons of cobwebs around the bed in the master bedroom, and drips of something behind the toilet in the master bath. (We found a brown recluse in the closet, no big deal but that's why we checked under the bed).There was a smoke detector in the master bath that had the battery compartment popped out, when we pushed it back in it became apparent that a previous guest must have popped the battery out because it made an awful screeching sound when properly in place.Overall, we're glad we ended up at the other property for the first night and didn't stay two nights here. Communication and location were fantastic, but listing accuracy, cleanliness, and safety (smoke detector) were disappointing.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

joe p.

House had a very bad musty moldy smell. Pictures of the listing need to be updated. The furnace filter was very bad and was having hard time blowing we replaced the filter. The house was at 80 degrees when we arrived . lake access would've been nice. we were there for business the house was worked ok for us but i wouldn't want it for vacation.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Christina M.

We enjoyed our time at the lake but we were disappointed in the
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location. Close to mammoth caves national park. Comfortable home , plenty of towels, clean.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melia B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Pleasant Home

Exactly what we needed. Home is very clean; really liked that each bedroom has a bathroom. Great backyard and view of lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Tammy G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Had a great time
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

shirley e., Lawrenceburg

Liked: Cleanliness

Time Away

We had a fabulous stay. I didn't look well at pics and found out the hard way it wasn't handicap accessible. But its all good, we had a time we'll never forget. The memories will last a lifetime. Thank you for making possible for us to have a great time.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

ilovemydog1010

Liked: Cleanliness

Lake views, not lake access

This is a great lake house if you want lake views, but don't want to access the lake. The property is beautiful, the house is large enough and relaxing and the neighborhood is quiet. The host was quick to respond and very friendly. What I suggest for a potential renters: read the reviews (I did not) and didn't realize there was no direct access to the lake from the property. I also think given the number of complaints about this, the property description should state as such. It's a good 40 minutes to Mammoth Caves, not 17 as mentioned in the description. If you're going to the caves, be sure to plan accordingly. It was clean to the eye, but we did notice some minor issues (dead, dried bugs in the bathrooms, small stains on the towels and pillow shams, etc.) that could've been cleaned properly and made for a nicer stay. As long as you manage your expectations, you'll enjoy your stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Mammoth Cave Vacation

The cottage worked out great for our annual National Park vacation. This year we visited Mammoth Cave, and the cottage location was located about 30/45 minutes away and worked out precfectly for our needs - a comfortable place to sleep and relax after a day of cave tours (which are all awesome) and enjoy a nightcap on the deck overlooking the lake. One thing, if you plan on doing any cooking or grilling you will need to bring all the supplies, including condiments and seasoning, other then that, I would recommend the Lake House to anyone wishing staying the area. We enjoyed are stay and if we ever return to the area, we would stay here again. Thanks for sharing your cottage with our family.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Holiday stay

Our family enjoyed our stay. Rooms are nice and each has a bathroom. Large family room.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Sherri A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful view, clean, roomy, nice yard & deck.

Over-all happy with our stay. My only complaint is I don’t think the listing was very clear that it didn’t have lake access. But it was clean, comfortable, had nice bedrooms, bathrooms and a beautiful deck, yard & fire pit. Recommend for those who don’t prefer lake access.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bryan H.

Liked: Cleanliness

vacation house

The house was very relaxing and clean would recommend it to anybody with a family
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracy K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lots of space!

The 3 bedrooms and 3 baths were awesome! The kitchen was large as was the living room/dining room combo! It was a great experience overall! Some reviews said 20 minutes to Mammoth Cave entrance, but that is just to one of the park’s entry points. The visitor’s center and cave tours are about an hour away. Make sure you give yourself plenty of time to get there. Great family weekend! I definitely recommend this place!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Mary W.

Liked: Cleanliness

So close, but so far away.

I’ve never booked a VRBO but decided to try it to book a fun weekend lake getaway with my husband and two teenagers. It was nice that we each had our own bedrooms and bathrooms. The kitchen and living room space was adequate. Unfortunately, we all had stiff backs from the uncomfortable mattresses, which is why there is no place like home. :) What was most disappointing was seeing that the next door neighbors had direct access to the lake with their own private dock but this property has not done the same. Building a dock to swim and fish off of is needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Off the beaten path

Enjoyed our stay. Would recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Heather D., Indianapolis, Indiana, USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Short Drive to Mammoth Cave

My husband and I with our friends and their 4 year-old son really enjoyed staying at this house! It was very comfortable and well stocked with amenities. The deck on the back of the house has been enlarged since the pictures were taken and looks twice as big - and the fire pit is quite large and we used it both nights (and made s'mores). We visited Mammoth Cave which was an easy drive from this house.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The house was great wish we had access to the lake for fishing. One thing I noticed is there was no grocery stores within a 30min. Drive so u have to stock up on what u need before u go
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deborah W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great set up with an amazing view

My husband and I, with our 5 and 7 year old enjoyed our stay. The living room was a highlight of the place, with its long back wall, lined with large windows, overlooking lake Nolan. The place is clean and well maintained with enough space for each family never to have their secluded down times and private bathrooms. Kids loved the small amenities of extra books and games. Will likely revisit and recommend to friends. Thanks for everything!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Krista K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy and comfortable

Overall, it was a fun space to stay. Views overlooking the lake were great. The set up was nice. The surrounding area wasn’t stellar but it was fine and felt safe. My family enjoyed our stay and would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julie S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lake house

Great place to stay to visit mammoth cave hike or kayak. Loved that each bedroom had a bathroom. Loved that there was a high chair and a pac n play, especially since ours somehow was left at home.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Touring mammoth cave

Nice home, plenty of room. Great advice for driving to mammoth cave!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Erin T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay in Mammoth Cave!

The layout and cleanliness of the house was great. The firepit area was really nice as well. You could see the lake through the trees but it was limited. There was also no way to actually access the water but for our trip it met our needs!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Adrienne G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing

Great view, no access to water though.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

NATHAN B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay!

Easy check-in process, clean property, 3 full bedrooms and 3 full baths really helped! Everything we needed for a quick few days at Mammoth Caves. Would stay at again, loved the view of the lake and walking around the dam a few miles away.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022