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Minutes from the Ark Encounter!

Holiday home in Dry Ridge with kitchen

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Living area
Interior
Room
Living area

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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  • Place, Dry Ridge Outlet Mall
  • Place, Eagle Creek Country Club
  • Place, Ark Encounter
  • Airport, Cincinnati, OH (CVG-Cincinnati - Northern Kentucky Intl.)

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

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!

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No Parties or Large gatherings allowed.

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 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

About the area

Dry Ridge

Dry Ridge is home to this holiday home. Eagle Creek Country Club and Brianza Gardens & Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Ohio River Valley and Big Bone Lick State Park. Ark Encounter and Kangaroo Walkabout are also worth visiting.
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Map
Dry Ridge, KY

What's nearby

  • Dry Ridge Outlet Mall - 9 min drive - 11.9 km
  • Eagle Creek Country Club - 9 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Ark Encounter - 13 min drive - 21.0 km
  • Ararat Ridge Zoo - 17 min drive - 23.8 km
  • Florence Speedway - 22 min drive - 26.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Beans - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Cracker Barrel - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Minutes from the Ark Encounter! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Minutes from the Ark Encounter!?

As of 8 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Minutes from the Ark Encounter! on 9 Nov 2025 start from AU$418.27, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

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

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

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

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Minutes from the Ark Encounter! located?

Situated in Dry Ridge, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Eagle Creek Country Club, Grant County Park and Piddle Park. Dry Ridge Outlet Mall and Big South Fork are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 50 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 50 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 50 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 50 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 50 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Debra D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice property close to the Ark. Craig was very responsive when we reached out. Recommend booking if you're planning a trip to the Ark.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori G.

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

Great

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

10/10 Excellent

Victoria M.

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

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

Ken G.

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

Great place for the family vacation!

House was perfect! Clean, well supplied, quiet neighborhood, beautiful scenery.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Luella M.

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

Restful

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

10/10 Excellent

Vivian G.

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

Perfect if you're visiting the Ark

Craig was fantastic, the place was lovely, the nearby coffee "Beans" was great, and the trip to the Ark was easy! I would totally recommend it.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Ark Encounter/Creation Museum

Clean house, quiet area. Roads a little narrow getting there, lol. Good proximity to both attractions.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leah W.

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

Home close to civilization with a country feel

We enjoyed the many amenities and friendly host of this house “in the country” but minutes from fine dining, local Walmart, coffee, the Ark encounter and Creation Museum. Overall, a great time was had and the location was really a good fit for our family
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dominique J.

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

Cute country home

Has everything you need for a quiet getaway. Close to all the area attractions, The Ark Encounter, The Creation Museum, and Cincinnati. Which is why we were there. Our family of 5 enjoyed every minute!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carla E.

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

Good stay

We had a good stay at this location. The owner was kind and helpful. The address it has on the VRBO website pulls up on the GPS as a different road name so go with what the GSP says and follow it’s address suggestion. Also, the beds are a little firm which I like but other people may not so much. It was a good stay and we enjoyed it!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael C.

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

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

Shelly C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was perfectly located, clean, and the neighbors were super friendly! We will definitely be back. There were plenty of pillows, blankets, and towels and we loved having the check out instructions spelled out in the binder for us.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria H.

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

It was like home away from home.

Charming house in a beautiful country setting. Perfect location for our visit to the Ark.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Terry C.

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

we enjoyed the property, would reccomend it

Great
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donald S.

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

Quiet getaway

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

10/10 Excellent

TC M.

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

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

Allison G.

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

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, communication
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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Pamela M.

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

Perfection!

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

10/10 Excellent

Olguita D.

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

Family Trip

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

About the host

Hosted by Craig Pennington

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