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Lakefront Cottage known as the Most Relaxing Place in the area & 5 kayaks

Lakefront cottage with kitchen and balcony

Quiet & Relaxing w/ a Wonderful Covered Lakefront Porch & plenty of rockers

The cottage from the road in Summer encased in green

Fabulous Lake views from the kitchen bar

Overview
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Location

Exceptional

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 555.7 sq m

Popular amenities

Parking available
Barbecue grill
Outdoor space
Fireplace

Place, Eagle Creek Country Club
Place, Florence Speedway
Place, Ark Encounter
Airport, Cincinnati, OH (CVG-Cincinnati - Northern Kentucky Intl.)

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Garden

Dining area

About this property

Lakefront Cottage known as the Most Relaxing Place in the area & 5 kayaks

Home is located @ 15 minutes from Williamstown's ARK Encounter and sits directly on Beautiful Bullock Pen Lake, a 135 acre "Idle Only" lake, There are no loud motorboats allowed so your Solitude will never be disrupted unlike other lakes in the area. So If you Need some Soul Therapy, Secluded Relaxation, this is the place. Bullock Pen Lake is one of NKY's Premier Fishing, Kayaking & Paddle Boarding Lakes. Located in Beautiful Rolling Hill Farm Country, 15 minutes to Ark Encounter (16.9 miles), and in the heart of Verona's bustling Wine Country with Verona Vineyards (4.7 miles), Schoolyard Winery (2.5 miles), Brianza Garden Winery (5.6 miles) , Grape Vines Wine Bar (4.4) miles nearby. Plus the Creation Museum (33 miles), Big Bone Lick Historic Site, Museum and State Park (12 miles), Historic Rabbit Hash, KY ( 21 miles) Downtown Cincinnati & Northern Kentucky Riverwalk (30 miles), as well as many wedding venues. The cottage is a Perfect Retreat for, paddlers (5 kayaks & life vests supplied free of charge), artists, photographers, bird watchers, fishermen, musicians, writers & wordsmiths, or those who just want to relax on one of the docks, in a rocking chair or lounger on the covered porch while listening to the bird song, sounds of nature, a ball game, the rain, the wind or some smooth jazz, or just throw a blanket out on the gentle, grassy lakeside slope and watch the clouds pass or stargaze. The deck is also a perfect place for your morning coffee or evening yoga while watching a spectacular sunrise or sunset. Bullock Pen Lake is a 140 acre State lake. This home offers Excellent Solitude & Desirable Peace & Tranquility that everyone craves in today's busy world. It's truly the perfect hideaway. Strong Internet is provided with Smart TV's for all of your streaming needs.

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Amenities

Kitchen

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Parking available

Lake view

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Washer
Dryer
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:

Gather used towels

Remove personal items and take out the rubbish

Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys

Wash a dishes and put those in the drain, empty coffee maker, clean grill after each use, turn lights, AC units & wall heaters off, take all trash out to the outside trash can.

Pus all kayaks and equipment back where they were found. Lock doors & place key in lockbox.

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Verona

Located in Verona, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Ohio River Valley and Big Bone Lick State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Ark Encounter and Kangaroo Walkabout. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

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Crittenden, KY

What's nearby

Eagle Creek Country Club - 13 min drive - 12.0 km
Florence Speedway - 16 min drive - 16.1 km
Dry Ridge Outlet Mall - 17 min drive - 21.3 km
Ark Encounter - 23 min drive - 30.4 km
Big Bone Lick State Park - 29 min drive - 21.3 km

Getting around

Cincinnati-Northern Kentucky Int'l Airport (CVG) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

‪Denny's - ‬12 min drive
‪McDonald's - ‬13 min drive
‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
‪Kelly Q’s - ‬14 min drive
‪Skyline Chili - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lakefront Cottage known as the Most Relaxing Place in the area & 5 kayaks pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lakefront Cottage known as the Most Relaxing Place in the area & 5 kayaks?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakefront Cottage known as the Most Relaxing Place in the area & 5 kayaks?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lakefront Cottage known as the Most Relaxing Place in the area & 5 kayaks located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within 6 miles (10 km) of Big South Fork, Brianza Gardens & Winery and Grant County Park. Walton Community Park and Walton Towne Center are also within 9 miles (15 km).

9.4

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Misty F.

14 June 2025

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

Very clean, quiet, and peaceful. Everything was as described.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbie H.

13 July 2025

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

Cabin very clean. Having the boat and the kayaks there was definitely a plus. Got my free workout going to and from the lake to the cabin. Nice porch. Very enjoyable. Grandson had plenty of games to play also. Will recommend!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fran G.

1 Apr 2025

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

Time away

This place is the perfect location with a large porch overlooking a lake. The view, including the wildlife, trees, etc., is a wonderful escape from all of the noise and busy pace of the city.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carmie F.

28 Sept 2024

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

Peaceful

Loved this property. Very peaceful

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Nicholas R.

4 Aug 2024

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

Peaceful

This was an awesome place to stay and relax between seeing the Ark and Creation museum. My kids and I loved to fish and they enjoyed the kayaking.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda P.

8 Aug 2024

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

Great Lake House

We enjoyed our stay in the lake house. It was clean and the perfect amount of space for us and our two children. The lake was beautiful and we enjoyed fishing and kayaking. Host's were very responsive.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

17 July 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

This was one of my favorite stays away from home. The place was full of rustic charm and hospitality while providing a beautiful scenery, a relaxing atmosphere, and fun and adventure right in your own front yard. A great little getaway, and yet close to many day trip adventures. This questionnaire may have only received 4/5 stars due to the questions asked, but my actual stay receives 5/5 stars… it was just what we needed!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leslie T.

28 June 2023

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

So peaceful!

We loved the stay. No complaints. The view is amazing, wildlife everwhere, and the lake is a plus!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Jill B.

3 Aug 2023

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

Short getaway

The lake house was cute and cozy. The lake property was quiet and peaceful. We enjoyed campfires, kayaking and swimming.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

jody R.

29 May 2023

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

Relaxation at its best

I really enjoyed the slow pace of the lake. Loved sitting on the deck watching and reading. My grandson loved fishing, and paddled a kayak for the first time. Would definitely visit again.

Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Becky C.

26 June 2024

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

Great peaceful rustic cabin

We enjoyed our stay. We spent most of our time on the porch looking at the lake and watching wildlife. It was very relaxing and peaceful. The cabin is old but overall has been well maintained. The gravel road getting to the cabin could be tricky for low profile cars. We had a truck and had no issues.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica S.

18 July 2024

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

Weekend Getaway

We loved the place. Perfect size for 5 people. Beds and pillows were comfortable. Outside is amazing. The lake is so peaceful and beautiful. We loved the kayaks. They were easy to get in and out of the lake. You can see all the stars at night. We made a fire by the lake. We saw all kinds of animals. Lots of bunnies. The neighbor's dog visited and was so playful and friendly. We will definitely be back.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kendra L.

28 July 2023

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

Absolutely amazing

It was very clean. Very comfortable we absolutely was amazed with the lakehouse. It had everything we was looking for with an amzing price as well. We all enjoyed the lake. Kayaks the row boat swimming and fishing we didnt want to leave . Property owner was quick to respond to all of my messages. I look forward to reserving this space again in the future

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

G W C.

29 July 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

Disliked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

This property may be okay for young families, but not for us as senior citizens. Unfortunately, the way the vrbo system works, we don't get location details until payment is submitted. As we found out, the "may be a detour" comment from the owner's check-in instructions was actually a main road closure, so we had only one way in and out. Beyond that, the gravel trail leading into the place was partially washed out to the point we felt unsafe, especially if trying to navigate at night. The cabin itself smelled musty and dank, per my wife's sensitivities. For these reasons, we stayed only one night (of 12 nights booked) and advised the owner of the things mentioned above. We have plenty of photos of vrbo wants to see them. Again unfortunately, the owner has chosen profit over customer satisfaction - choosing to keep the entire rental amount, rather than any form of concession. We recognize the vrbo's disclaimer policy when it comes to owner-renter agreements. After six straight years of using vrbo, this year is probably our last.

Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea W.

26 June 2023

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

Landers Lakehouse

Landers Lakehouse was such a nice quite place to stay. You could hear the birds, see wildlife, and enjoy a paddle around the lake in the kayaks. The lakehouse is a wonderful place to take small children to learn to use a kayak as there is no wakes on the lake to scare them and give them time to get the hang of it. The lakehouse is a perfect place to unwind and get rid of electronics my child didnt ask one time for anything electronic. She is enjoyed the kayaks, playing cards, and board games. You also arent far from the Ark Encounter or the Creation Museum.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Dionne R.

3 June 2025

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

Needs a little TLC

Really cute place but could use a little TLC. There's a little book for visitors to write in, their experience about their stay, and going back as far as 2022 the SAME complaints are still being written. Mainly the master bedroom mattress, and the TV in the living room needs to be replaced. Could just put bedroom TV In living room... easy fix. I mean, you're probably not visiting to watch TV, but we stayed a week and so enjoy movies at night. Also, the dogs barking... all around you! Pretty much every morning. NOT the owners fault, but really sucks trying to enjoy the peace and quiet that they are shooting for here. For the amount we paid for the week, these things corrected would have made our review a five star!I could go on with more trivial changes but I won't. Overall, we enjoyed our stay and the visits from one of the resident dogs named Roxy was a bit annoying at first, but we quickly realized she was very sweet and just wanted to chill with us!Kayaking was fun and we did a little fishing but didn't catch anything. Porch was nice to sit on and just take in the beauty of it all, until the barking starts lolOh and the dead tree kind of blocks an open view of the water... cut it down!Over all, really nice experience and Chris was BEYOND gracious and kind.

Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Serenity C.

18 July 2020

Liked: Check-in

Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Country Nightmare

I was excited to spend some quality time at this property away from the City. Fishing and just peace and quiet. Day 1: Two large barking jumping -and not in a fun way- German Shepards met us at the patio as we were coming outside with our crab boil. Day 2: Woke up by mice in the bedroom rustling in an empty trash can Owners said Sorry and they will get an exterminator. Overall, I wish they would invest in a comfortable bed with nice linens and recaulk the bathroom. Find something nicer. Driveway will kill your car.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Allyson L.

11 July 2023

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

A lovely getaway

We had a wonderful stay at Landers Lakehouse. It is the perfect place for active kiddos and families who want to spend time outdoors. We were visiting from NC and spent most of our days kayaking, boating, swimming, and fishing! We ate our meals on the back porch and it was lovely! Our only regret is that we did not book for longer! We got lost on the way. (Watch out for Alexander vs Alexandria rd.... which was our fault.) Once we found the correct road, we followed the owners directions and got there in no time (on our minivan). Drive slow on the gravel and you will be just fine. I must praise the owners for being very accomodating and quick with responses. We were rushing during check-out time and managed to leave some very valuable items in the cabin (very out of character for us but sometimes life with kids does that to ya). The owners were very quick to let us know about the items we left and were willing to meet soon after for items. Thank you for sharing your vacation home with us. This NC fam would love to return!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kurtis B.

16 Oct 2025

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

We enjoyed our stay.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carla S.

23 July 2025

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

Wonderful view of a tranquil lake.

This is a beautiful place to relax and enjoy the lakeview. It is nicely decorated, with a well equipped kitchen. Four women stayed there comfortably. My granddaughters loved the luxurious shower snd the free kayaks. I loved just sitting on the deck, and looking at the peaceful water. Though I live less than an hour away, it was a real vacation for me. We will definitely be back. Granny of Cold Spring,Ky.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kate W.

11 July 2025

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

Nice place. Loved the kayaks. A little more humid that I prefer inside, but it was June.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richelle F.

6 July 2025

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

Great place!

It may seem like you aren't at the right place, or that youre driving thru someone's yard, but once we got to the house, we had the best time. The directions were perfect, and the house was clean, and had everything we needed to have a great trip!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

28 June 2025

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

Driveway challenge

Everything went well. The property is nice. Inside the cottage is nice. Everything went very well. The only thing my wife and l found to be an issue and it may not be for other people but going in and out of the driveway it’s a big challenge and we did not look forward to it every time we had to go out and come back. Otherwise, it was a really nice stay on the property.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer N.

22 June 2025

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

Peaceful getaway

The lakehouse is very cozy and peaceful. Enjoyed watching the wildlife feom our window.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glenn S.

4 June 2025

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

We enjoyed our time on the back porch overlooking the lake in the evenings. We watched the beavers swimming around the dock as well as the herring and rabbits. Very relaxing after a busy day at the Ark.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

About the host

Hosted by Chris Landers

Chris had searched high & low for a lake front cottage & when I stepped out of my truck at this wonderful cottage it's like the quiet peace enveloped my body. It creates joy for me to share my lakehouse with others who love to relax & enjoy the outdoors. It's the Perfect place to unpack your brain and let society's trappings release while kayaking, fishing, or doing Absolutely Nothing but reading a book, watching the wildlife & listening to the birdsong or wherever you find your personal escape. I enjoy being a host because I am also a fellow traveler, avid outdoorsman, kayaker, and long distance backpacker who Loves small sleepy off the beaten path places.

Why they chose this property

When arriving here, it's like a switch being flipped & stepping out of the often too busy, everyday society & into a 100% relaxed, stress free world. The drive here is beautiful countryside with traditional large working farms, historical markers as well as local vineyards.

What makes this property unique

Noiseless, Hidden, Stress-free cottage close to all area amenities, it truly checks all of the boxes for people who desire a mental reset while making Incredible Memories.

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2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

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Verona

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10/10 Excellent

Misty F.

Misty F.

10/10 Excellent

Debbie H.

Debbie H.

10/10 Excellent

Fran G.

Time away

Fran G.

10/10 Excellent

Carmie F.

Peaceful

Carmie F.

8/10 Good

Nicholas R.

Peaceful

Nicholas R.

10/10 Excellent

Amanda P.

Great Lake House

Amanda P.

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Jamie

10/10 Excellent

Leslie T.

So peaceful!

Leslie T.

8/10 Good

Jill B.

Short getaway

Jill B.

10/10 Excellent