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Driftwood Retreat | Lakefront Cottage + Screened Hot Tub + Kayaks

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Dock + on-site pontoon & jet ski rentals—lake days start here (seasonal/add’l fee)
Screened-porch hot tub—rain or shine family relaxation
Family firepit—s’mores, stories, and stargazing
Covered dock with lounge space—your lake HQ
This is your backyard! Endless water, wide-open skies, and plenty of room for lake adventures.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 892.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Murray, KY
  • Place, Kenlake State Park
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Place, Kenlake Marina
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Place, Murray State University
    ‪28 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area

About this property

Driftwood Retreat | Lakefront Cottage + Screened Hot Tub + Kayaks

Nestled on Kentucky Lake, this 2-bedroom, 1-bath cottage in Murray is the perfect getaway for your next fishing trip, small family vacation, and outdoor retreat! After spending a day on the lake with the 2 provided kayaks, come home and lounge on the screened patio and take a dip in the hot tub, then fire up the grill for a family cookout. If you’d rather keep your feet on land, explore the on-site hiking trails or venture to the Lakes Recreational Area for over 500 miles of trails and wildlife.

Tie up your boat in your own slip or rent a pontoon boat or jet ski on-site.

Bedroom 1: King Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bunk Bed | Living Room: Full Futon

OUTDOOR SPACE: Screened patio, 6-person hot tub, bistro seating, deck, outdoor dining, wood-burning fire pit w/ seating, private dock, covered boat slip, 8 fishing poles, 2 kayaks/life vests

INDOOR LIVING: 3 Smart TVs w/ Roku, dining table, ceiling fans

KITCHEN: Keurig coffee maker, blender, toaster, knife block, spices, stove/oven, microwave, refrigerator

GENERAL: Washer/dryer, linens/towels, complimentary toiletries, central air conditioning, high chair, hair dryer, iron/board

Direct Kentucky Lake Access, Step-free access, Property on 136 acres

PARKING: Gravel driveway (10 vehicles), trailer parking allowed on-site

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Prior written approval required
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Guest is required to sign a rental agreement within 3 days. Security Deposit hold of $300
Min age to rent is 18
No smoking, nor parties or events. No Pets

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 8
Note from host: Prior written approval required
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector 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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Murray

Located in Murray, this cottage is on the waterfront. Miller Memorial Golf Course and Kenlake Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Kentucky Lake and Kenlake State Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Arboretum at Murray State, or check out an event or a game at Kenlake Tennis Center. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, kayaking and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails.
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Murray, KY

What's nearby

  • Kentucky Lake - 4 min drive - 0.6 km
  • Kenlake State Park - 22 min drive - 22.7 km
  • Kenlake Marina - 24 min drive - 24.1 km
  • Murray State University - 28 min drive - 29.3 km
  • Turkey Bay Off Highway Vehicle Recreation Area - 34 min drive - 38.4 km

Getting around

  • Paducah, KY (PAH-Barkley Regional) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dotty's Catering - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Geurin's Cakes and Things - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Thirsty Coyotes Pub - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Gay bar - ‬43 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Driftwood Retreat | Lakefront Cottage + Screened Hot Tub + Kayaks pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Driftwood Retreat | Lakefront Cottage + Screened Hot Tub + Kayaks?

As of 20 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Driftwood Retreat | Lakefront Cottage + Screened Hot Tub + Kayaks on 24 May 2026 start from AU$592, 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.

How much is parking at Driftwood Retreat | Lakefront Cottage + Screened Hot Tub + Kayaks?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Driftwood Retreat | Lakefront Cottage + Screened Hot Tub + Kayaks?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Driftwood Retreat | Lakefront Cottage + Screened Hot Tub + Kayaks?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Driftwood Retreat | Lakefront Cottage + Screened Hot Tub + Kayaks located?

This family-friendly Murray cottage is located on the waterfront, within a 15-minute walk of Kentucky Lake and Tennessee River. Miller Memorial Golf Course is 9.4 mi (15.2 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 23 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, Quiet & Secluded right on the lake. Enjoyed the stay very much and plan to be back! Very good communication from host as well!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Ryan G.

My family loves coming to Warners Paradise!!

Beautiful place and the Warners are always making sure you have a great experience! Our second trip to the Cabin this August was a blast!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adam H.

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

Great lake house vacation

We had a very relaxing stay at the lake house. The fishing was great, and we made lots of use of the kayaks and canoe. The house was very clean, and all the furniture was comfortable. We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

JOE M.

Fantastic Stay

I took my Father and family here for Fathers day weekend and had a blast. The cottage was well stocked and clean. The AC was cold and the beds were comfy. The kids loved the dock and swam all day. Tom (The Owner) was super accommodating and responsive. I highly recommend Warners for a fun family getaway.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amber M.

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

Perfect!

The best hosts ever! Everything was perfect and we will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shawnna P.

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

Beautiful views and very relaxing

My husband and I wanted to enjoy a quick, quiet, and private weekend getaway, the cottage definitely did not disappoint. The property is secluded, the wildlife are abundant, and the bed was super cozy. I would recommend this property to anyone wanting to enjoy a quiet lake trip. The owners left snacks, checkin was easy and outside lights were left on for our after dark arrival!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly J.

Great little place

Went for a weekend stay and it's absolutely amazing especially being right by the lake! Even before booking it i had questions and Tom gave me his contact information right away. Perfect communication and the place was super cleaned and perfect for the weekend relaxing trip we needed! They also left everything needed for smores & pancakes. I would definitely stay here again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda R.

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

Great stay

Enjoyed our weekend. Rented the boat for 2 days. Great access to lake, awesome dock, hot tub, fire pit. Everything was great. Owner was helpful with everything! Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Becky T.

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

Exactly what I wanted

Such a great place to stay. The owner was amazing to work with. Response time was always within minutes. The cottage was spacious and comfortable. We rented a jet ski for a day and had a blast! The cove is quiet, calm, and relaxing. We spent most of our time just floating near the dock. In the evening, we would roast marshmallows by the fire and play games. My kids from 19-11yrs had the best time and are already asking about a return trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Douglas C.

Very neat, clean and restful

Melody Warner met us at the cottage. She was very friendly and took great pride of the Cottage. There were many amenities including smores, firewood, hot tub, kayaks, fishing gear and much more. We saw deer, eagle, turkey and raccoons. In fact, we left a cut watermelon on the deck. The next morning the melon was gone, and raccoon tracks were all that was left. A great time and very relaxing.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa N.

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

Awesome Getaway Property

The house is well stocked. The whole property is absolutely beautiful! Its secluded, having the dock to yourself was great. The cove is quiet. Getting down to the dock worked out perfect for someone with a handicap. You can drive right up to the walkout for the dock. This was my dads bucket trip and it was exactly what he was looking for. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay!!! Highly recommend this place!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Brandon P.

Our Little Paradise by the Water

Our best stay yet!!!! My wife and I just spent a few unforgettable days at Warner’s Paradise Campground, and it was everything we hoped for and more. The cabin sat right along the water — peaceful, private, and surrounded by beautiful scenery that made every sunrise and sunset feel magical. Everything we could possibly need was right there— clean and cozy cabins, comfortable beds, a well-stocked kitchen area, and stocked elsewhere too, and all the amenities that make you feel at home while still getting that quiet, getaway feeling. We spent our mornings sipping coffee by the lake, our afternoons exploring and relaxing, and our nights by the fire, listening to the water and just enjoying each other’s company. The staff were wonderful — warm, welcoming, and genuinely happy to make sure our stay was perfect. You can tell they take pride in keeping everything spotless and peaceful. Warner’s truly lives up to its name — it’s paradise. We left feeling relaxed, reconnected, and already counting down the days until we can come back. ❤️
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erin H.

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

Amazing!

This place has it all! Relax, play, swim,enjoy. The details the owners have thought about - amenities galore. We had the best time on the sea doos (three adult children with us), kayaks, and lilly pad. Plenty of life jackets, too! Even fishing rods available if that’s your thing. Up to date appliances and the house was super clean. Enjoyed the hot tub. A raccoon came for visits at night and we watched the deer while having the morning coffee (provided) on the deck. We will definitely come back!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert M.

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

Another Stellar Stay

This is my second stay at this property in the last nine months. The first was last August and the second last week. The entire experience the first time is what made me a repeat customer. Suffice it to say the second stay exceeded the first. The boat upgrade is a big plus. Easier to accommodate a group. The flexibility and attention to detail of this host is second to none. Check this lake house out.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Keri B.

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

Great experience!!

Cabin was perfect and well equipped (the host even left stuff for s’mores and pancakes)! It was great having the privacy of the lake cove. Highly recommend taking advantage of the jet skis and boat, so much fun! The host was wonderful, communicated well and was super helpful! We will be back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shawn M.

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

Peaceful paradise!

Zero issues. Great hospitity Hosts were easily available for any questiion. Property way better than expected. So clean and comfortable. Bed was more comfy than our beloved Sleep Number bed at home. Scenery is great. So many cool birds to see. Lots of peace and fun. Loved the hot tub. Clean and everything worked just right. So glad we came! Perfect blend of isolation in nature and awesome TV, WIFI, and hot tub with built in Bluetooth speakers. Wish we had book for longer. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Tremendous Property/Tremendous hosts

Absolutely stellar property. The availability of boat and Sea Doo rental is a huge plus. Kentucky Lake is a beautiful body of water. The hosts are ultra responsive and truly desire a 5 star experience for their guests. I have referred it to friends and co workers and will be going back next year. Highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Malorie W.

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

Loved it so much

We all absolutely loved this property and the owners. Anything we had questions with or anything we needed the owners helped immediately. Great property we will definitely stay there again when visiting family next year.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

HEATHER B.

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

Amazing!

The house was perfect for the 8 of us. We loved the deck and screened in patio. The hot tub is really nice, we didn’t use it much, as it was 100 degrees everyday that we were there. The dock was very nice and spacious. The hosts were very responsive for any needs that we have. We won’t stay anywhere else on Kentucky Lake again. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John F.

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

superb

Clean, quiet, wonderful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cassandra S.

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

Beautiful lake house

Our family enjoyed all the amenities of being on Kentucky lake. We relaxed in the hot tub, fished off the dock, and explored on the kayaks. Everyone was comfortable and we had everything we needed. The hosts were friendly and very responsive even when we wanted to rent jet skis at the last minute. We brought our own pontoon boat and it was so nice to have the covered dock and close by marinas for gas and bait. The hosts were very helpful with info on where we could launch our boat as well.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brady p.

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

Amazing

The owners are wonderful. Respond right away. Newly renovated. Great location. Private. Fire pit, hot tub, view, boat slip, dock, kayaks, and more. If you arrange in advance you can rent their boat or jet skis. We brought ours. Great location on water.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryan M.

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

As advertised and more

This property and its owners are fantastic. My wife and I travel all over this Country and this place is now one of our favorites. It's private but the owners are available and responsive. They are very proud of their stuff and they should be. 🇺🇸
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

About the host

Hosted by Tom Warner

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We’re the family behind Warners Paradise, a small collection of lakefront stays on beautiful Kentucky Lake near Murray, KY. We live and host locally, and we’ve poured a lot of time, care, and creativity into making each space feel special, comfortable, and easy to enjoy.

Warners Paradise started with a simple idea: create the kind of place we would want to stay at—somewhere clean, cozy, thoughtfully designed, and close to the water, with all the little details taken care of. Over time that vision has grown into several unique properties, including cabins, larger homes for groups, and now our geodesic domes for couples looking for a one-of-a-kind getaway.

We take pride in:

Clear communication – You’ll always have detailed instructions and quick responses.

Clean, well-maintained spaces – We care about the details and want each stay to feel “wow.”

Local knowledge – From boat rentals to restaurants and things to do around Kentucky Lake, we’re happy to share recommendations.

Our goal is simple: when you leave, we want you to feel like you’ve truly had a break—rested, recharged, and already thinking about when you can come back.

If you have any questions before or during your stay, please don’t hesitate to reach out. We’re glad you’re considering Warners Paradise for your time at the lake.

Why they chose this property

Driftwood Retreat is made for simple, memory-making family lake trips. You get the “big-ticket” amenities—screened-porch hot tub, firepit, 2 included kayaks, and shared dock access—plus the practical stuff that makes traveling with kids easy: a fully equipped kitchen, washer/dryer, and a comfy living room for movie night. Bring your own boat or add seasonal on-site pontoon/jet ski rentals for a true Kentucky Lake vacation.

What makes this property unique

Family-first lake setup (not just a place to sleep)
Driftwood Retreat is designed for easy family lake trips: screened-porch hot tub, firepit nights, kayaks included, and a comfy living room for movie time—so everyone has something to love.

Screened-porch hot tub (rain or shine)
A 6-person hot tub on a screened porch means you can soak comfortably without bugs—and still enjoy it even if the weather isn’t perfect.

Shared dock access + real lake fun
Enjoy shared access to the dock for swimming (ladder), fishing, relaxing, and launching the kayaks. The dock is shared with the owners, and we simply ask guests to be courteous—most families love having easy dock time built in.

Kayaks included (with life jackets)
Two kayaks are included at no extra charge—perfect for kids and adults to explore the shoreline and nearby coves without coordinating a rental.

Bring your boat or level up with on-site rentals
You can bring your own boat and we’ll coordinate the best tie-up/loading setup since the dock is shared. Prefer not to tow? Add on-site pontoon + jet ski rentals seasonally (additional fee; availability/weather dependent). Rentals are operated separately by Warner Boat Rentals LLC.

Sleep setup that works for families (Sleeps up to 8)
A king bedroom for the adults, a queen-over-queen bunk room that kids love, plus a futon for extra sleepers—ideal for families or two small families traveling together.

Comfort + convenience for longer stays
Fully stocked kitchen, dual-use Keurig, washer/dryer, strong Wi-Fi, and plenty of outdoor seating make it easy to settle in for a weekend or a full week.

Warners Paradise hosting standard
Locally owned and managed, thoughtful setup, clean spaces, and clear communication—so your stay feels easy from check-in to check-out.

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