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Terrace/patio
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi
Interior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 91200 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Pet friendly
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Crittenden, KY
  • Eagle Creek Country Club
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Ark Encounter
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Florence Speedway
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Cincinnati, OH (CVG-Cincinnati - Northern Kentucky Intl.)
    ‪32 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Crittenden

On lake.You'll be within 3 miles (5 km) of Brianza Gardens & Winery and 6 miles (10 km) of Grant County Park with a stay here. Big South Fork and Eagle Creek Country Club are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Brianza Gardens & Winery - 6 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • Eagle Creek Country Club - 9 min drive - 4.7 miles
  • Ark Encounter - 18 min drive - 16.2 miles
  • Florence Speedway - 19 min drive - 12.1 miles
  • Big Bone Lick State Park - 31 min drive - 14.9 miles

Getting around

  • Cincinnati-Northern Kentucky Int'l Airport (CVG) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Denny's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Kelly Q’s - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Skyline Chili - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬11 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.

Lakehouse: RELAX! Kayaks, Firepit, ARK!

Welcome to the Kentucky Lakehouse, a serene escape from the hustle and bustle of daily life. With Insta-worthy views of the water, you'll feel like you've entered your own private oasis. Located in between the Ark and Creation Museum!

A portion of every stay helps build homes for families in El Salvador!

☼ Minutes to the Ark Encounter
☼ Lake access with kayaks for your use!
☼ Lakeside firepit or indoor pellet stove
☼ Family Friendly and Pet Friendly
☼ 3 cozy bedrooms with a king, queen, and double bed with trundle (sleeps 9 plus baby)
☼ Pull out queen sofa bed for extra guests
☼ Full kitchen with all the dishes, cookware and appliances you'll need.
☼ Foosball table, board games and kids toys.
☼ Amenities for baby including folding crib and high chair.
☼ High speed WIFI and flat screen tv
☼ Record player with Bluetooth speaker
☼ Washer and dryer

Here Are a Few Kind Words from our Past Guests:

"Everything about our stay at Rachel’s lakehouse was wonderful. Beautiful scenery, ideal location to the Ark and Creation Museum. Extremely kind and responsive host. A warm and inviting home. We loved it."

"My family and extended family had a great time staying at The Kentucky Lake house for our weekend visit. Beautiful views and cozy furnishings, with plenty of sleeping options. It was wonderful to have a fully equipped kitchen for cooking dinners and easy breakfasts. Our host went above and beyond to make sure we had everything we needed. We really appreciated that it was pet friendly too. Would definitely recommend to others"

"Absolutely love this place! Super cute, quiet, and relaxing. Just what I needed "

15 miles to the Ark Encounter
30 miles to the Creation Museum
30 miles to Newport Aquarium
30 miles to Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden
50 miles to Kings Island in Mason, OH
50 miles to the Kentucky Horse Park
50 miles to Georgetown/Lexington, KY

Driveway disclaimer: the driveway up to the back patio is a bit steep and has some cracks. Lower vehicles my need additional time and care when going up and down.

We are not able to accommodate RVs or campers on the property, as there is no space or hookup available for them. Standard vehicles, SUVs, and cargo vans are perfectly fine. If you're traveling with an RV, please contact us in advance—we're happy to suggest nearby parking or RV parks.

Although Bullock Pen Lake has safe water, it’s not a swimming lake. Feel free to take a turn out on our kayaks or bring your own boat. Boats must operate at idle speed. Lake use is at your own risk.

Per platform policy and local regulations, guests must provide contact info and sign a rental agreement within 24 hours of booking. Failure to do so may result in cancellation per the standard policy. Free Wi-Fi at property requires email entry; contact confirmation is optional.

Property manager

Rachel H

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Water dispenser

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Foosball table
  • Kayak
  • Fishing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating 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

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Garden
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 1,200 square feet
  • Water dispenser

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 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

Rules

Please flush only toilet paper. The septic system cannot handle anything else - even "Flushable" items.
Use of the lake/kayaks at your own risk. We will not be held responsible for losses/damages. Wear life jackets + supervise children. No drugs/alcohol.
Please clean up after your pets in house/yard. Pets not allowed to sleep in beds. Deep cleaning fee of $150 will apply for evidence of pets in beds.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
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 and a first aid kit
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, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Lakehouse: RELAX! Kayaks, Firepit, ARK! to the airport?

This vacation home is 25 mi (31-min drive) away from the Cincinnati-Northern Kentucky Int'l Airport (CVG) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Lakehouse: RELAX! Kayaks, Firepit, ARK! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Lakehouse: RELAX! Kayaks, Firepit, ARK! offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Lakehouse: RELAX! Kayaks, Firepit, ARK!?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Lakehouse: RELAX! Kayaks, Firepit, ARK!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Lakehouse: RELAX! Kayaks, Firepit, ARK!?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Lakehouse: RELAX! Kayaks, Firepit, ARK! have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Lakehouse: RELAX! Kayaks, Firepit, ARK! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Lakehouse: RELAX! Kayaks, Firepit, ARK! to downtown Crittenden?

This vacation home is 2.1 mi away from Crittenden.

Lakehouse: RELAX! Kayaks, Firepit, ARK! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 18 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brenna B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything was just amazing - the house was clean, comfortable and cute! We loved our stay and our time in KY. Rachel was an amazing host. We enjoyed getting our coffee and sitting out on the porch. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful Stay

The house was cute, good size for 5 to 6 people. The lake was peaceful, we enjoyed kayaking and the firepit. It was conveniently located between the Ark Encounter and the Creation Museum.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbie K.

Liked: Cleanliness
The accommodations was nice with a lot of extra’s like coffee supplies, smors etc.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Leonardo C.

Liked: Cleanliness

April 2025

Hosts were great and Time responsive with our issues. Inside nice. Thank you
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim Z.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing

Was quite
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Emily H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quiet little getaway

Beautiful property and very responsive owners. We did have an issue with the wifi (no real cell service so needed wifi in case of emergencies) but our hosts took care of it as promptly as possible. Beds and pillows were really hard so I spent a night on the couch and the outside could use better lighting. Its on a timer so you have no control of front porch light. So once its out... its very dark. Which was a little disappointing because I like to get up really early and read my Bible on the porch and watch sunrise or sit and relax at night a bit after everyone has gone to bed and its quiet. Other than those few things everything else was great. I would definitely stay here again... would just need to bring a memory foam pad for the bed but some may prefer a really firm mattress. It was very clean and has everything you need. I wpuld recommend this place. Quiet neighborhood with friendly people!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location on the edge of a lake, for fishing and kayaking. Liked the "retro" style interior decor.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ben and Michelle W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Exactly what we needed

Excellent location! Close to the Ark and Creation Museum. Being on the river with use of kayaks a huge plus. We were able to visit local attractions, cook evening meals with a kitchen stocked with cooking essentials and enjoy sitting on the porch or fishing the river. Was perfect for our family of 5 and 2 small dogs. I would 100% stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dana P., Westfield, NJ

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxation!!

This is a clean, cute little house! Super close to the Ark. Kayaks were a definite PLUS! I will miss reading my book on the porch and enjoying the view. And when the day is through, they had the SOFTEST sheets and blankets EVER!! Honestly…look no further, this is your house!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Timothy R., FORT WAYNE

Liked: Cleanliness

Family gathering to ring in the New Year!

We enjoyed our stay at your clean, comfortable and cozy place! The photos and descriptions are completely accurate and we had everything we needed to make our visit just right. Communication was quick and easy and we loved all the personal touches! Thanks for the s’mores fixings too! Blessings in the New Year!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location!

The location is perfect for visiting the Creation Museum and the Ark Encounter. The lake views from the front porch are also perfect for relaxing and enjoying the beauty of creation. We thoroughly enjoyed our time. The kayaks are an added bonus and provide opportunity to explore the peaceful lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sue J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great!

Nicer than even the pictures show. Beds and sofa were extremely comfortable. Very homey and well stocked. Loved the view and easy access to fishing. Would stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen C., Lake Havasu City

Liked: Cleanliness

Lake House

We stayed on the porch A LOT, and the kids stayed on the lake whenever we home. We wanted to visit the Ark Encounter but also enjoyed the stay at the Lake House just as much!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ryan M.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Family Trip

We had a wonderful stay at the house. It was super clean and very inviting. It is a perfect location for visiting the Creation Museum and the Ark Encounter as it is an easy drive to both yet away from the busyness too. The kayaks were a wonderful addition as all of us enjoyed some time on the water. It was a great trip for all of us.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katelin B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect

We were very impressed! From the home to the hosts ! They veiw was amazing! Worth the trip!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica s.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice property

This was a great location. We loved being right at the water! The house was nice but could use a few updates bathtub and shower head. The property owner was very nice and always responded promptly. We will stay again if we come back to the area. Thanks for the good memories.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeff B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful view

Just sat and relaxed on the porch looking at the lake
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful

We traveled to visit the ark and museum. Had a wonderful time and really enjoyed the peacefulness the home offered.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023