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Authentic, Rustic, Historic Log Cabin

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Exterior
Game room
Interior
6 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

6 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 14390 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Richmond, KY
  • Lake Reba
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Eastern Kentucky University
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Berea College
    ‪31 min drive‬

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About the area

Richmond

A family-friendly stay in Richmond awaits you at this holiday home. You'll be 10.5 km (6.6 mi) from Lake Reba and 12.4 km (7.7 mi) from Paradise Cove Aquatic Center. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washer/dryer and free WiFi. .Home features 3.5 bathrooms, a fireplace and a balcony. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A living room, a TV and a coffee/tea maker are also available. .Enjoy the water park and Hot tub. Other amenities include a garden, barbecues and a porch. .In proximity to this Richmond holiday home you'll find Natural Bridge State Park.

What's nearby

  • Lake Reba - 12 min drive - 10.6 km
  • Paradise Cove Aquatic Center - 14 min drive - 12.5 km
  • Eastern Kentucky University - 15 min drive - 15.5 km
  • Fort Boonesborough State Park - 31 min drive - 36.8 km
  • Berea College - 31 min drive - 37.9 km

Getting around

  • Lexington, KY (LEX-Blue Grass) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Side Porch Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Ole Mexican Foods - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Ole Mexican Foods - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Noble Romans Pizza - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Champs Chicken - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Authentic, Rustic, Historic Log Cabin

Sparkling clean and sanitized. Large restored log home located just south of Lexington in historic Richmond, KY. Beautiful private property including picturesque ponds with docks and paddle boats where guest can fish, swim or float. There are horses, opens fields, wooded areas, abundant wildlife, picnic tables, fire pit, fishing ponds and out door grill. The 4200 sq ft home is furnished with treasures from around the world, art, pottery, crystal and some primitive antiques. A rustic style parlor offers a large stone fireplace and a perfectly restored and playable pump organ from the 1800s. The welcoming wrap-around porch was featured in the book Perfect Porches and features porch swings and big hammocks.

You’ll have your own two acres, but still have the convenience of level paved roads in a quiet neighborhood just two miles from the nearest gas and groceries.

The fabulous Red River Gorge is 45 minutes east into the rugged mountains of Kentucky. And 45 minutes North is Keenland, The Horse Park, Lexington and the Blue Grass airport. And The Ark Encounter and Creation Museum is less than 2 hr away in Northern KY.

This rambling handcrafted work of art invites visitors to recall days past when time spent on a porch swing was enlightening, and a stroll around a pond is healing. There’s an enclosed hot tub off the upstairs bedroom that extends into pine trees with an outside entrance onto the back deck. It overlooks the pond and is totally private. The big windows provide beautiful views year-round, perfect sunsets and stars twinkling through the pine boughs at night.

A king sized bed and private bath are on the first level in a very large master bedroom. Off the master bedroom is a separate bedroom with a standard and two twin beds. Up the stairs from there is a queen bed in a room that opens into the hot tub room, a large bathroom with garden tub and washer and dryer. This area also has a stone fireplace with gas logs. Down the hall on the second floor are two more bedrooms. One is large with a queen size bed and record played. The fifth bedroom has a queen size bed with a full view of the pond and private entrance onto the upper deck. There is a bathroom in this area, too.

Also, on this second floor is a balcony room that overlooks the large floor-to-ceiling hand laid stone fireplace. This area has a large comfortable couch and is the perfect spot to escape to read a book.

A unique spiraling staircase leads to the open kitchen on the first floor. The dining room off the kitchen is a one room log cabin with a handmade oak table and woven hickory bottom chairs that seat 12 comfortably.

Property manager

John Martin

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Foosball table
  • Kayak
  • Table tennis
  • Water park
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 4,200 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 23

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Access methods

Private entrance

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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 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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

Authentic Rustic Historic Log Cabin
Authentic, Rustic, Historic Log Cabin Richmond
Authentic, Rustic, Historic Log Cabin Private vacation home

Frequently asked questions

Does Authentic, Rustic, Historic Log Cabin have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

Does Authentic, Rustic, Historic Log Cabin have a waterslide?

No, but it has a waterpark and lazy river.

What luxury perks are available at Authentic, Rustic, Historic Log Cabin?

This property features 1 hot tub, as well as a fireplace and a living room.

What makes Authentic, Rustic, Historic Log Cabin a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub, fireplaces, and private balconies all help set the scene for a sizzling getaway at Authentic, Rustic, Historic Log Cabin.

Is Authentic, Rustic, Historic Log Cabin family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a water park and a BBQ, it's no surprise that Authentic, Rustic, Historic Log Cabin is a hit with families.

Is there a private hot tub at Authentic, Rustic, Historic Log Cabin?

Yep, there is a hot tub.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Authentic, Rustic, Historic Log Cabin?

No, Authentic, Rustic, Historic Log Cabin does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Authentic, Rustic, Historic Log Cabin?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Authentic, Rustic, Historic Log Cabin?

No, pets are not allowed.

Authentic, Rustic, Historic Log Cabin Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 126 out of 136 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 136 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 136 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 136 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 136 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Melissa D.

Birthday getaway
Overall, the property is wonderful and we had a great two days celebrating our dad’s birthday! 11 adults were there in total. I was satisfied and would stay again— just posting here for others who may be considering and would like details. Of course it was January when we stayed— so summer may make a diff but the temperature was inconsistent in different rooms— particularly the room off the downstairs master. There are only 2 tvs— one in the fireplace room downstairs (which we never found the Apple Remote for in order to use) and the other, in the downstairs master. (Again, didn’t matter to us, but it may to others)The downstairs 3rd “bedroom” is actually a second living room and has. O door or bed— it’s a blow up mattress. (We didn’t need this room as a bedroom— but if your looking for 6 actual bedrooms— this may not work for you)Also— the second bedroom off the master downstairs (the one pictured with three beds) , is just off the main bedroom downstairs and you have to walk through the master to get in and out of this room. Also— you can hear everything from these rooms in the upstairs game/bedroom(as there is a second set of stairs in the master bedroom that go upstairs to this room— even though there is a door that closes it off)——-AGAIN— we were there to enjoy outlet dad— so not an issue for us— but it may be for you. We couldn’t get the upstairs fireplace to light— even with the instructions— though the downstairs one worked just fine.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nina T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family gathering for mothers birthday
Beautiful property and amazing host!Communication is top notch!This was our third time staying at this homey cabin and hope to visit again in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Juli M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Home
This home was beautiful and even more spacious than we expected. The host was just amazing - John did everything he could to be sure we enjoyed our vacation. He was very friendly, responsive and helpful. The fishing was great too. Highly recommend staying here!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Golf trip
We had a great time. The location was perfect for our men's golf trip. All of us enjoyed the grounds, especially the fishing. The sleeping arrangements worked out very well compared to a lot of places we have rented. Check in was easy and the owner was friendly and helpful throughout the whole process. Definitely would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Char B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Vacation
We thoroughly enjoyed all the amenities of this site. It was well appointed and provided a very comfortable retreat. The history of the building and creativity in incorporating three original log cabins into the design was intriguing and lent a sense of charm and tranquility that was truly unique.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Toby G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sibling Summit 2024
Although it wasn't secluded the way i imagined it would be, it is an amazing property. Perfect spot for our family to meet up at and relax.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah G.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Wonderful Place to Rest
Extended family annual vacation. The bedrooms and bathrooms were comfortable and clean. The common rooms were big enough for family dinners and nightly games. Location was great for quick trips to grocery store or shopping mall. The ponds were well stocked too. We truly enjoyed our trip.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place for a group to stsy
Martin Manor was a great place for our group of 5 couples and 1 single to stay for our 50th college reunion. There was space galore and a beautiful view of the lake/pond. Even though there was a hot tub and also activities at the lake, we really did not have time to use them. My husband and I did enjoy the paddle boats on the last day. There are two sets of stairs leading upstairs which really helped with our group. The kitchen was well stocked with pans, plates and dinnerware, although I forgot to look in the island storage the first day! The dining room table could accommodate 8-12 people. The king suite on the first floor was very roomy. A smaller bedroom with a double and 2 twins opened into that room. There were three bedrooms with queens upstairs. The 6th bedroom was actually a living room but could become a bedroom with the use of an air mattress or fold out couch. It was a beautiful place for our reunion. The owner was next door and very helpful when we had questions.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alejandro M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Visiting Oma
We had a wonderful time. The house and grounds were beautiful and great for the family outing. The pond, fire pit, home game room, two dachshunds and the horses were great, while I did not catch the bass 😀 my son in law and grandson did 😀. I will catch him next time. It was a great multigenerational home. The host family was very attentive and helpful and friendly. I’d recommend this home to anyone seeking a nice country experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Property for a family gathering
We stayed for 4 nights and really enjoyed what the place offered. It was in the 90s each day, but the wrap around porch offered quality shade no matter the time of day. The house had everything we needed. Despite the area offering so many things, we just stayed on site and had a blast catching up and playing games. The pond produced several nice sized bass. We'll be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice
Entire family enjoyed the peacefulness and comfort of the cabin kids loved fishing
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shelly G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent stay for a weekend wedding
We had 10 of us that stayed here in the cabin for my son's wedding in richmond. What an awesome and beautiful place!! John and Jennifer were extremely responsive to any of our questions and quick to get back with us. They stopped by to see us while we were there and they were so kind. The place was extremely clean and well taken care of. So many awesome amenities. We will absolutely come back to this cabin if we are ever in the area again. Absolutely loved the swings and wrap around porch and the beautiful view of the lake. Very calming during hectic preparations for a wedding. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

David R B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Kentucky Vacation
This was a great place to stay with the family. We needed a large home to stay in because we live in different states and wanted to vacation together in a peaceful atmosphere. Enjoyed the wrap around porches and swings. The fire pit area and BBQ pit was good for us because we like to cook outdoors and roast marshmallows. Paddle boats and fishing in the pond was fun. Wish the pond didn’t have to be treated. Although the children probably wouldn’t swim in it anyway. We try to leave places in better shape than when we came. Could use a little spring cleaning. But overall it was a great place to stay. Thanks to the host family for their hospitality. We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Mother’s Day Girls Weekend
It was absolutely the most beautiful place. It was even better than in the pictures. The cabin and the property was just perfect for our trip! We saw the Northern Lights while we were out by the campfire fire. It was truly amazing! We will definitely return!!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly B., Broadus, MT

Liked: Cleanliness
Martin Manor Review
We enjoyed our stay with tthe Martin's and staying at Martin Manor immensily! The hospitality was outstanding! The cabin very homey and cozy! Our grandaughter loved the "little pool" (hot tub). The property is beautuful and everything is very well maintained. Given the opportunity, we will definitely stay at Martin Manor again and very highly recommend the accomidations!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chad J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Men’s Weekend
My friends and I enjoyed the property. Great location, very clean, solid amenities and great communication. Would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Even nicer than anticipated!
From the listing it’s so nice, but in person it’s amazing! The host is so accommodating and responsive. Really love the place and will be back! We also have someone on crutches with us and she got around so well and we didn’t run into any issues. Such a beautiful property!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carrie D., Shepherd, Michigan, United States

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place for a family get together
We had to gather from various parts of the country for a funeral in Richmond, Kentucky, and were in search of accommodation for our group. This log cabin on VRBO turned out to be the ideal choice for our party of 9. It provided the perfect balance of staying together while enjoying individual rooms, beds, and bathrooms. The cabin facilitated our needs perfectly, allowing us to share meals and engage in board games we brought along. The picturesque surroundings added to the charm, and we even had the delightful opportunity to feed apples to the horses. We unanimously agreed that if we ever find ourselves back in Richmond, this would be our go-to place without a doubt. Our experience was made even better by the fantastic host who was a pleasure to work with. A big thank you for hosting us and making our stay so memorable!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ron M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
We were celebrating our 45th wedding anniversary and we gathered all the family, children, spouses, and grand children. it was a very restful and relaxing week. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Richmond Raceway Trip
Really enjoyed staying here
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Connie K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Birthday celebration
This property is all it says and more. Lovely location. Amazing spaces. We loved the fire pit. The porches. Beautiful place. I would recommend and hopefully return someday
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rhoda F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Vacation
We stayed at the log cabin for our yearly family vacation! We had plenty to do at the house without even leaving! Fishing, pedal boating, ping pong, foosball, swinging on the many porch swings, hot tub, and feeding Flag the horse. It was a very relaxing week! It is also close to Red River Gorge area and many other activities within about an hour drive. Great communication from the owners and quick to make sure our stay was comfortable!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura F.

Liked: Cleanliness
So Relaxing
The property was absolutely beautiful. All of the outdoor spaces were great to step outside and just relax. We had a wonderful stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Stephen M.

Very nice house on idyllic property
We had a great stay at John’s house. It is a really fun house with a beautiful wrap around porch, a nice backyard and a pond you can paddle boat on. A couple notes: - If you have significant mold allergies you probably want to avoid this house. It is old and in a humid climate. We had a member of our group that ended up having to get a hotel because the mold smell was too bad, but she is very sensitive to it. - You technically can swim in the pond, but I wouldn’t recommend on planning on it. It is great for paddle boating on, but it has a lot of algae. - The house is in a rural area which comes with its positives and negatives. The outside furniture was less than ideal cleanliness wise because it seems the birds tend to like to sit on it to do their business on the regular. So just be prepared to clean it if that kind of thing bothers you.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023