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Exceptional

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 16209 sq m

Popular amenities

Washer

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Fireplace

Dryer

Check-in time

4:00 PM

Check-out time

11:00 AM

Explore the area

Cadiz, KY

Lake Barkley1 min walk
Lake Barkley State Resort Park36 min drive
Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area46 min drive
Paducah, KY (PAH-Barkley Regional)73 min drive

Most relevant reviews

10/10 Excellent

Family celebrating Thanksgiving/Christmas and we had a blast! We are blessed for sure!

Tony D.

Nov 26, 2023

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

Blue Room

1 King Bed

Green Room

1 Queen Bed

King Suite

1 King Bed

Loft

2 Single Beds and 1 King Bed

4 bathrooms

King Suite

Toilet · Shower only

Loft Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Lower Level Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Main Level Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Perfect Location For Your Lake Getaway

Sunset Cottage at Lake Barkley is a beautifully renovated, 4 bedroom 4 bath waterfront rental home in a quiet cove near Lake Barkley Lodge and Marina. The home has been professionally decorated, with attention to detail to make your stay relaxing and memorable.

Sunset Cottage will accommodate multi-family and friend gatherings and reunions, as it has beds for 12 but will sleep up to 14 people. The kitchen has new stainless appliances, and is fully stocked for families who enjoy cooking. A propane gas grill is also provided. The eat-in kitchen provides a large island that seats 8. A spacious deck has a dining table for 8 and beautiful outdoor wicker furniture. A screened-in porch on the lower level provides a dining table for 6 and wicker furniture to seat an additional 9 people.

The property has a gently sloped yard that leads to a private covered dock and 2 jet ski pads. Guests are invited to use the perimeter of the private dock during the summer months as the owner's boat occupies the covered lift. Ropes and bumpers are provided. A fire pit near the water's edge provides the perfect opportunity for roasting marshmallows and hot dogs, or just relaxing and making memories with family and friends. Sunset

Cottage is located in the popular Little River area of Lake Barkley, with Sandy Beach just across the bay. Enjoy your morning coffee while watching the deer play at the water's edge, or catch a glimpse of the famous Bald Eagles and Great White Pelicans as they soar across the lake.

Two kayaks are provided for guests who would like to explore the tranquil area by water.

The home's loft is the ideal space for a family with kids. It has a king-size bed and 2 twin beds with trundles to accommodate 2 additional persons. The loft includes a full private bath, and a 36 inch Smart TV. Additional Smart TV's are equipped with YouTube TV in the Master Bedroom (42 inch) and Lower Level Family Room (55 inch). The Lower Level Blue Bedroom has a 32 inch flat screen TV with YouTube TV. Ample parking space is provided with driveways on both sides of the home, and includes a carport.

The Rivers End boat ramp is conveniently located just down the street from the entrance of our subdivision, Parkview Shores (approx 1/2 mile).

Property manager

WOW Properties, LLC

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Smoking area outside.

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Cadiz

Located in Cadiz, this holiday home is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Barkley State Resort Park and Mineral Mound State Park, while Janice Mason Art Museum and The Homeplace are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Central Market and Patti's Settlement 1880's. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Cadiz, KY

What's nearby

Lake Barkley - 1 min walk
Prizer Point Public Use Area - 20 min drive
Boots Randolph Golf Course - 27 min drive
Lake Barkley State Resort Park - 36 min drive
Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area - 46 min drive

Getting around

Paducah, KY (PAH-Barkley Regional) - 73 min drive

Restaurants

‪Taste of the South - ‬20 min drive
‪Jolly's Dairy Bar & Grill - ‬36 min drive
‪The Pier Restaurant - ‬20 min drive
‪Windows On The Water - ‬34 min drive
‪The Fishin Hole - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Perfect Location For Your Lake Getaway pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Perfect Location For Your Lake Getaway?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Perfect Location For Your Lake Getaway?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Perfect Location For Your Lake Getaway located?

This family-friendly Cadiz holiday home is located on the waterfront, 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Lake Barkley, and within 12 mi (20 km) of Central Market and Prizer Point Public Use Area. Janice Mason Art Museum is 10.1 mi (16.3 km) away.

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca A.

9 May 2024

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

Girls Trip 2024

We had a wonderful stay at Mike's lake house. He was the best host that I have ever had at a rental property. The house and grounds were very well kept and Mike was very attentive. Note that the lake and firepit are is quite a bit further from the house than anticipated but the exercise didn't hurt.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenna M.

12 Apr 2024

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

Perfect place to unplug

This property was great for my family! We hoped to catch more fish but that’s always a gamble. Mike was awesome at communicating. There aren’t a lot of places near by to grab groceries. There is a food giant and dollar general in Cadiz. But their selections are scare for produce. Maybe grab groceries before you get there or stop in Benton. House was well stocked and clean! Thanks Mike!

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dana W.

12 Apr 2024

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

Breathtaking

We really enjoyed this property. It exceeded our expectations.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lauren C.

10 Apr 2024

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

Absolutely perfect!

This cottage and setting was beautiful! We loved every moment from fishing off the dock with our boys, drinking coffee in the AM while looking at the stunning view and enjoying the fire pit at night under the stars. The house was thoughtfully stocked with everything we needed and more and the owner was gracious and accommodating. The only disappointment you will experience is having to leave it all behind! Highly recommend!

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katherine R.

9 Apr 2024

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

Great getaway

Spent a long weekend here for the Eclipse. The lake and atmosphere was very peaceful. The house accommodates great for large gatherings. Highly recommend!

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tony D., Florence, Kentucky

26 Nov 2023

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

Turkey Bowl

Family celebrating Thanksgiving/Christmas and we had a blast! We are blessed for sure!

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan T.

6 Oct 2023

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

Ultimate Relaxation

My 83 year-old mom, sister and I loved our stay here so much we did not leave the property from check-in to check-out. We made all our meals in the beautiful, well stocked kitchen. Spent our mornings on the deck, afternoons sitting by the lake and then headed in to the screened porch until dinner. I also took advantage of the kayaks every morning exploring beautiful Lake Barkley. This property was perfect for my mom because getting up and down to the lake didn't require stairs or maneuvering a super steep hill like many of the lake houses I saw, just a slight hill she was able to handle just fine. This was our second trip to Sunset Cottage and we are already talking about making our third.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katherine Z., Cincinnati

27 Sept 2023

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

Sunset magic

The cottage is adorable! We ladies loved staying here for our girls trip! We will be back!

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nickie R.

13 Sept 2023

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

Excellent

This was exactly as described and the owner was great to work with. The location was so peaceful!!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gayan H., Boston

1 Sept 2023

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

Beautiful Property

We had an amazing stay at Sunset Cottage. The view is gorgeous, the house is amazing and the kids loved the kayaking. We will definitely stay again.

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Kimberley C.

30 Aug 2023

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Vacay

Nice property.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Penny D.

22 Aug 2023

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

Fit us perfectly.

We are 14 friends ages 60 to 80 that have been meeting at Barkley every Summer for 28 years. Sunset Cottage if perfect! We all agreed we want to stay there again next year.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rick R.

21 Aug 2023

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

Amazing

Everything about this was amazing. The house was amazing (clean, well stocked with necessities, plenty of room, great layout, wonderful views of lake). The communication with owners was amazing (timely, helpful, accommodating). The lake was amazing (good fishing from dock or boat, great beach across the channel for kids to swim, low traffic). We would definitely stay here again. Strongly recommend for a family or any group looking for a fun relaxing trip.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

peg s.

18 July 2023

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

Sunset Cottage - Multiple Family Vacation

Great location right on the lake. 3 bedrooms, a loft area with a Queen and 2 twins (and 2 trundles) plus a pull-out sleeper sofa provided enough seeping space for our family of 14. We brought our own boat but rented jet skis from both Moon River Resort and Marina and Lake Barkley Marina. Moon River was about a 10-minute drive and Lake Barkley was about a 30-minute drive (only 5-10 minutes by boat). The dock was perfect for our use. There was plenty of seating around the fire pit for cooking s’mores. The house had a wonderful kitchen with an island that seated 8 of us and plenty of seating on the deck (with a beautiful view of the lake). The host, Mike, was very responsive and answered all questions very quickly. I’d highly recommend Sunset Cottage for your next Lake Barkley vacation.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary H.

5 July 2023

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

Perfect family vacation house

Three generations of family stayed in May. The house was beautiful and exactly as described/pictured, and it was stocked so well that we didn't need to supply any kitchen items. Bedrooms were set up perfectly for our family. Bright, comfortable, and beautiful views. Communication with property manager was excellent. I would recommend this house to anyone!

Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynn M.

2 July 2023

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

Great view

It was a great house. We watched the boats and barges go by. One morning we had deer in the yard. It was a very quiet area. We had 9 adults and 3 children. There was plenty of room. Though the kitchen and living room wasn’t as big as it looked, but you had a big area downstairs and we didn’t spend much time inside anyway. We would definitely rent again! Communication was great with Mike.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wallace G.

9 June 2023

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

Wonderful Property

The house was beautiful! The neighborhood offered privacy. We enjoyed the lake and had an overall wonderful experience.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carla M.

18 May 2023

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

Easy access to lake

Our group ranged from 7-70 & we all enjoyed our time together. We fished, kayaked, cooked, played cards, games, etc.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

ALBERT B.

15 May 2023

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

Bonfire by the lake

Property was fantastic. We were able to have 3 bonfires down by the lake. First night we had thunder and lightning most of the night. Great location and very friendly owners.

Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda m.

2 Apr 2023

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Just needed more time, and warm weather

What a beautiful place, and a gorgeous setting. Unfortunately, it was too chilly to enjoy the outside this trip. But the house was so clean and comfy, we just enjoyed hanging out inside. There were 8 of us. Parents, sisters and husbands. And we all decided we should go back when it warms up so we can enjoy the deck, screened in porch, fire pit, kayaks, walking along the lake, etc. Thanks, Mike!

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Theresa E.

20 Feb 2023

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

Had a wonderful time.

Easy to rent

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rodney S.

3 Jan 2023

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Great Christmas trip!!!

The house was great; everything we expected. The owners were tremendous to work with!! Loved everything about the place

Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Eileen P.

3 Jan 2023

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Happy New Year!

We had a great time! The house is lovely and well-appointed. We really enjoyed the fire pit and were lucky enough to have the weather clear for us on New Year’s Eve so we could enjoy a fabulous sunset. Great place and hope to return one day soon!

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn R.

1 Jan 2023

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

Very nice property.

The number of bedrooms/bathrooms were perfect for our group. The kitchen was well enough equipped that we were able to cook Christmas Eve/Day Dinner. Having two fridges and two washer/dryers was a bonus. My only very very small complaint was the plethora of throw pillows in the bedrooms and family gathering room that made it difficult to put them aside and out of the way. They look nice but so many just aren’t practical. Everything was great and we enjoyed ourselves.

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

janice s.

28 Oct 2022

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Autumn getaway

We had a very enjoyable time. We couldn’t use the fire pit because of the burn ban because of the dry weather. Loved the balcony, the beautiful trees & the gorgeous sunset.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

About the host

Hosted by WOW Properties, LLC

We found Sunset Cottage in the Fall of 2016. We are lovers of the lake and outdoors, and wanted to capture memories with our young adult and teen children. We decided to list Sunset Cottage through VRBO since we live in Owensboro, KY, and are unable to be at the lake full time. Sunset Cottage is our Happy Place, and we feel positive that it will become a favorite of yours as well.