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Cozy cabin 8 minutes from Ark Encounter!!

Lakefront cabin in Dry Ridge with kitchen

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Living room and loft
Living room, kitchen, and dining area
Bedroom
View from the loft
The loft

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Dry Ridge, KY
  • Place, Dry Ridge Outlet Mall
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Ark Encounter
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Ararat Ridge Zoo
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cincinnati, OH (CVG-Cincinnati - Northern Kentucky Intl.)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Loft

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

Cozy cabin 8 minutes from Ark Encounter!!

This is a cozy little cabin just 8 minutes from the Ark.
Outline of what you will find below:
1. Description of Cabin
2. $50 Cleaning discount offer
3. Other Cabins
4. Explanation of no pets
5. A Critical Review (helpful!)

It has a low loft with two twin beds, and a bedroom with vaulted ceiling and queen bed. So, this cabin accommodates 4 adults comfortably. For the budget friendly groups or families, someone can sleep on the couch (normal couch) and a cot is available on request, as well as a pack-n-play. It has a full kitchen (with all dishes included) with two dorm size refrigerators, as well as a full bathroom with small shower stall. Note that the wide angle lens used to capture the images of the inside of the cabin make it look slightly larger than it is.
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The cabin is situated near the top of the property, which slopes down hill for 8 acres and ends at Boltz Lake. Guests are welcome to explore down to the lake and enjoy the beautiful nature scenery. Fishing is permitted at the lake with a fishing license that can be obtained at Walmart just 1.5 miles away. Within a short drive, a dock amd boat ramp are located on the opposite side of the lake. The property is in one sense secluded but, at the same time, only minutes from town and the highway.
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Deer, ground hogs, and rabbits live on the property. We would love for you to enjoy them, while not scaring them! : )
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All soaps, shampoos, blankets, linens, towels, and such are provided freshly cleaned for each guest. (We have put a lot of research into our linens. We do not think you will be disappointed in them.)
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2. $50 CLEANING DISCOUNT
We are making available a $50 discount to anyone who would like to do their own cleaning on arrival. (But PLEASE read the rest of this paragraph before contacting about this.) Note, again, this is cleaning on arrival. If you are interested in this, you may request it. Here is how it works, you take the cabin as it was left by the last guests, changing your own linens out and any other cleanup you wish to do. We provide all that is needed for this in linens, towels, cleaning supplies, vacuum, etc. Many times, all this requires for guests is changing out the bed sheets and a quick wipe down of counters and shower. (Prior guests usually have placed their laundry in the laundry basket, which can simply be placed in a plastic bag and set on the porch for pickup.) We are seeking ways to keep our costs down for those guests who deem it worthwhile.
We have learned from our years of doing this that our guests are almost always very clean. So, we thought we could offer to pass some savings off to our guests in this way. If the cabin was to be very messy on your arrival, we will up to refund to $80.
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Also, the Creation Museum is 40 minutes away, and between the Creation Museum and the cabin is Big Bone Lick State Park. The Cincinnati zoo and other attractions are also around.

As a side recommendation, if this is your first visit to the Ark Encounter, we do recommend more than a day, if you are able. The Ark is so large, it can be overwhelming to take it all in in a day.
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3. OTHER CABINS
The property currently has two other cabins that rents out as well (see pictures for cabin next door). If you are interested in booking them together, here are the links to the other two cabins:
Cabin 1
https://www.vrbo.com/3130177
Cabin 3 (Hot Tub)
https://www.vrbo.com/4844294?dateless=true

4. NO PET EXPLANATION
FOR THOSE WITH ANIMALS: "According to recent research, between 10 and 20% of the population worldwide are allergic to household pets such as dogs and cats. Any allergy-sufferer will know, it’s a long process to transform a property from pet-friendly to pet-free, as dander can remain long after pets depart." (From Lodgify) Our facilities are pet-free and we ask that anyone who desires to bring an animal seek out one of the openly animal-friendly rentals in our area so that those with severe allergies can come without endangering their comfort or their health. Thank you!

5. A HELPFUL REVIEW (a critique)
J.M. gave this review that will help any future guests know what it was like for someone to stay here, including some things that were surprising to them:
"We enjoyed our stay in the cozy Cabin. It was clean and really cute. I think the listing could better reflect accommodations to say two small dorm refrigerators and loft is most comfortable for children. Adults had to crawl into bed as there is no head space. It is truly a loft. The beds were comfortable. Two adults and children would be very comfortable. I thought the couch was a sleeper sofa because the listing read sleeps 6. The bedroom has a queen size bed, the sofa is comfortable for sleeping one (and it is comfortable to sleep on), and the loft has two comfortable twins on the floor that requires you to crawl in ( a problem for claustrophobics). Our stay was a good one and we felt safe."

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Amenities

Kitchen
Air conditioning
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 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
Everyone enjoys quiet neighbours. Please be one for the other guests. : )
Late check ins must especially be aware of other guests who may be asleep on the property.
If a need arises, we want to help if we can!

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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

About the area

Dry Ridge

Located in Dry Ridge, this cabin is in a rural area and on a lake. 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 Piddle Park and Williamstown Lake. Ark Encounter and Kangaroo Walkabout are also worth visiting.
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Dry Ridge, KY

What's nearby

  • Dry Ridge Outlet Mall - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Piddle Park - 3 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Ark Encounter - 7 min drive - 11.2 km
  • Eagle Creek Country Club - 8 min drive - 11.3 km
  • Ararat Ridge Zoo - 10 min drive - 13.9 km

Getting around

  • Cincinnati-Northern Kentucky Int'l Airport (CVG) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Beans - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cracker Barrel - ‬20 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy cabin 8 minutes from Ark Encounter!! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Cozy cabin 8 minutes from Ark Encounter!!?

As of 8 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cozy cabin 8 minutes from Ark Encounter!! on 1 Dec 2025 start from AU$232.37, 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 Cozy cabin 8 minutes from Ark Encounter!!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy cabin 8 minutes from Ark Encounter!!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cozy cabin 8 minutes from Ark Encounter!! located?

Situated on a lake, this cabin is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Dry Ridge Outlet Mall and 2 mi (3.3 km) from Piddle Park. Ark Encounter and Saint Elizabeth Grant Hospital are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 81 out of 92 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 92 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 92 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 92 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 92 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kay H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean cabin. Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

April B.

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Location
The property was ok. Check-in was easy. There is not much to do around the area besides the Ark Encounter so we left after only one night.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

MELINDA G.

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

Quiet and peaceful

The cabin was clean and had everything we needed to feel right at home.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pam B.

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

Perfect hidden place to stay

The owners thought of everything that could be needed to make our stay here effortless and peaceful. Jonathan communicated early and often and provided detailed information. It would have been easy to stay on the porch and just enjoy the views and quiet!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Renae S.

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

Cozy little stay, close to Ark Encounter

Great little cabin for our two night stay! Host communication was great- easy check in. We used this cabin to experience the Ark :) would recommend- for littles the loft was a highlight for our kids- However just needed supervision up and down the stairs
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judith M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay in the cozy Cabin. It was clean and really cute. I think the listing could better reflect accommodations to say two small dorm refrigerators and loft is most comfortable for children. Adults had to crawl into bed as there is no head space. It is truly a loft. The beds were comfortable. Two adults and children would be very comfortable. I thought the couch was a sleeper sofa because the listing read sleeps 6. The bedroom has a queen size bed, the sofa is comfortable for sleeping one (and it is comfortable to sleep on), and the loft has two comfortable twins on the floor that requires you to crawl in ( a problem for claustrophobics). Our stay was a good one and we felt safe.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracey E.

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

Time away

We came down to see the Arc and to visit our son at UK. This is a beautiful hide away. Nothing fancy but rustic! Clean. It has all you need. Beautiful views!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole H.

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

Perfect for what we needed!

Everything was very clean and accommodating! My daughter and I loved walking down to the lake area! We will definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Garth C.

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

Location

This gives you the country atmosphere but is close to stores, restaurants, and the Ark.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda M.

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

Great little place near Ark

Our family enjoyed staying here for our visits to the Ark and Creation Museum. Our kids loved the loft! The cabin had everything we needed and then some. Quick, easy drive to the Ark and also restaurants. Everything was super clean!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Solomon R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Very nice

Nice place. The cabin is a little smaller than it appears in pictures but very cozy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Monica H.

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

Worked perfect for us

Nice small cabin feel. Enough space and everything we needed. Nice to be in the country yet close to town for any needs. Exactly as described.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily M.

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

Ark trip

Convenient location to food and the Ark. The cabin was clean and the kids loved the cabin and the loft. Not having a TV was great. The host was welcoming and supportive.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

larry w.

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

Ark Encounter Cabin

Small but cozy for 2 people, very quite yet close to town with all the stores you need. Only about 10/12 minutes to the Ark itself.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Jennifer D.

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

Very Nice

Very clean and comfortable! Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Seth G.

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

Perfect for Ark Encounter

We stayed here while visiting the Ark Encounter. Jonathan's place was great. Small and cozy but we know that going in to it. Was the perfect size for me, my wife and our 2 teenage daughters. Very close to the Ark Encounter and the town of Dry Ridge. Would stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

William N.

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

Kentucky Trip

Really enjoyed our stay . Johnathans place was very clean and neat. It was the right size for a couple, we are seniors and it was a pleasant stay. Nice views sitting on the porch in the after noon And early morning.It was easy to find , and was in a convenient location for places to eat and the Ark Encounter and the Creation Museum. We made a few suggestions to Jonathan but all in all it was enjoyable and would look to stay here if we get a chance to come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lori B.

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

Peaceful, quiet, country getaway

The property was exactly as advertised on VRBO! Exceptionally clean and well stocked with everything needed for cooking, etc. The property is very close to town but without the lights and noise. Peaceful! The loft is perfect for small children as it has twin mattresses. A little challenging for adults to get up and down in the loft. We had 3 adults so one adult slept on the couch. Would definetely recommend this cabin!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Tom S.

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

Would give 4.5 stars, but not an option

Great cabin & stay. Loved most everything about it, except 2 things. One major, one minor. Major issue was almost no hot water at all - had to take cold showers - which family didn't enjoy. Would highly recommend the owners repair or replace hot water heater. That cost them the 1/2 point - otherwise we would've given 5 stars. Minor issue while there are 2 mini-refrigs, there was only 1 "baby" ice cube tray in total. We'd highly recommend that the owner buy 4 full-sized ice trays [2 for each refrig] & maybe ice bucket(s) for the freezer(s).
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thereasa R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy cabin made it great for family time no tv was very pleasant away from the city noises
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time, the property was very clean and was very cozy, not far from Florence and we had a lot to do!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super cute, very clean..felt very cabin like and great location for our trip to the Ark Encounter.Jonathan was friendly and the whole experience was great.Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin was nice and clean private setting very cozy
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Phil B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was clean. The only thing was the loft beds. We were all over 60 and the loft ceiling was so low that it was very hard navigate.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cabin was perfect for our weekend stay. Close to town but out in the country! Quiet and peaceful.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

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