THE HORSE AND HOUND
We know how excited you must be for your upcoming getaway, so we wanted to try and make it as smooth and easy as possible. Here are some popular questions we have been asked in the past. Please feel free to reach out for additional questions.
DETAILS
The Horse & Hound is a unique and charming home located on Chickapoo Farm. This 100+ year old farmhouse is the perfect place to come relax, unwind, and get away from the hustle and bustle of city life. The elegant and captivating features in this historical home, along with the beautiful landscape are sure to make your stay a memorable experience. Fall back to a simpler time and feel the stress melt away at Chickapoo Farm in Shelbyville, KY.
CAN I CHECK IN EARLY?
We do our very best to make sure the cabin is ready for our next guests. If you need a check-in earlier than 4pm, there will be a $50 fee.
WHAT GROCERY STORES ARE THERE?
There is a Walmart, Kroger, and Save-a-lot in Shelbyville. You can purchase your favorite alcoholic beverage at Kroger Wine & Spirits, Coxās Spirit Shoppe, Liquor World, or Paradise Spirits & Wine.
HOW DO I CHECK IN?
The Horse and Hound has a keypad to use on the patio door to check in. You will receive a detailed message through the app a day or two before your stay with the code, address, and directions.
HOW CLOSE IS THE HORSE AND HOUND TO ATTRACTIONS?
ā¢ You are close to Shelbyville and Shelby County. With seven parks, four golf courses, two wineries, and two world-class distilleries there is plenty to do and see. Go to visitshelbyky.com for more information.
ā¢ Taylorsville Lake State Park is 20 minutes away. The Administration Office is located at 1320 Park Road, Mt. Eden, KY 40046. You can Hike on multiple trails, Boat, Kayak, Horseback Ride, Fish or just watch the sunset over the lake. For more information go the parks.ky.gov.
ā¢ Churchill Downs and Museum are 50 minutes away. The address is 700 Central Avenue, Louisville, Ky 40208. Go to churchilldowns.com for more information.
ā¢ Kentucky Horse Park is 55 minutes away. The address is 4089 Iron Works Pkwy, Lexington KY 40511. Go to kyhorsepark.com for more information
ā¢ Keeneland Race Track is 55 minutes away. The address is 4201 Versailles Rd., Lexington, KY 40510. Go to keeneland.com for more information
ā¢ The Kentucky Bourbon Trail. You are in the middle of the Kentucky Bourbon Trail for more information and maps to various sites go to kentuckytourism.com
ā¢ Historic Bardstown Kentucky is located 50 minutes away. From my Old Kentucky Home, to The Old Talbot Inn, to the various distilleries located around you have lots to enjoy. Go to visitbardstown.com for more information.
WHAT RESTAURANTS ARE CLOSE BY?
ā¢ The Friendly Famerās Fridge (weekends only)
ā¢ Claudia Sanders Dinner House
ā¢ The Bell House
ā¢ La Cocina De Mama
ā¢ Milanoās Italian Grill
ā¢ McKinleyās CafĆ©
ā¢ The Barrel Room (Pub, no food)
ā¢ Little Mount Lavender Company
ā¢ Channel Catfish Restaurant
ā¢ The Tea Cup (Taylorsville)