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Beautiful 4 BDR Country Home, 15 Min from Ark Encounter – Perfect for Groups!

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Welcome to Crittenden Ark Haven!
Open living space with Smart TV
Open living space with Smart TV
Open living space with Smart TV
Open living space with Smart TV
Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10277.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
    Hot tubHot tub
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioningAir conditioning
  • Kitchen
    KitchenKitchen
  • Washer
    WasherWasher
  • Dryer
    DryerDryer

Explore the area

Map
Crittenden, KY
  • Popular LocationBrianza Gardens & Winery7 min drive
  • Popular LocationEagle Creek Country Club8 min drive
  • Popular LocationArk Encounter15 min drive
  • AirportCincinnati, OH (CVG-Cincinnati - Northern Kentucky Intl.)29 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1 (King)

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2 (Queen)

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3 (Queen)

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4 (2 Full)

1 Single Bed and 2 Double Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Kitchen
Office
Separate dining area

About this property

Beautiful 4 BDR Country Home, 15 Min from Ark Encounter – Perfect for Groups!

Visitors to this area will undoubtedly want to pay a visit to the Ark Encounter, a one-of-a-kind biblical themed attraction that you simply have to see to believe and just 15 minutes from the home. Close enough to enjoy all the excitement of Cincinnati city, yet far enough to relish in the privacy and seclusion of the Kentucky countryside; this 4-bedroom home in cozy Crittenden is truly the best of both worlds! Cincinnati proper is less than a half hour drive north, where you can catch a sports game, visit a historical museum, book a tasting at a bourbon distillery, shop to your heart’s content, or plan evening meal at one of the eclectic local restaurants. Located in a quiet neighborhood, this home can accommodate travelers of all ages, well-suited for both groups and families.

The comfortable interior has been curated specifically for your ultimate satisfaction and relaxation. The family room on the main level includes plush sofa seating and a smart TV where you never have to worry about missing an episode of your favorite show. The open floor plan carries you to the kitchen and dining areas creating an airy space perfect for entertaining. An elegant dining room table can accommodate seating for 8 for your formal meals, or seat 2 at the kitchen counter for more casual fare. The kitchen is fully equipped with stainless steel appliances, Keurig drip and single serve coffee maker, cookware, and dinnerware.

On the lower level you’ll find even more space to spread out, with a living space inclusive of ample sofa seating, mounted TV, and electric fireplace. A second dining table can seat 6, suitable for mealtime overflow or to host a rousing night of games. Looking to flex your ping pong skills? You’re in luck! The included table will fill hours of fun challenging one another to friendly games. After working up a sweat, head back upstairs and out to the back deck and take in some of that fresh Kentucky air, enjoying a nightcap under the stars while lounging on the outdoor sofa set.

This home sleeps up to 10 guests between 4 private bedrooms.

Bedroom #1 includes a king size bed and ensuite bathroom with a single vanity, jetted tub, and walk-in shower.

Bedrooms #2 and #3 both include a queen size bed.

Bedroom #4 includes 2 full size beds, and a day bed.

The home also includes 2 full guest bathrooms, each with a single vanity and shower/tub combo.

THINGS TO NOTE:
• There is now a hot tub in the unit!
• Washer and dryer in home.
• Parking available for up to 2 vehicles in the driveway ONLY.
• This home includes a Ring camera system with cameras at the front porch and back of the home.

Attractions
Ark Encounter: The Ark Encounter is a biblical theme park featuring a life-sized replica of Noah's Ark. It's located in Williamstown, which is not far from Crittenden.
Creation Museum: Also located in Petersburg, Kentucky, this museum explores the relationship between science and religion through exhibits on creationism.

Boating and Fishing
Kentucky is known for its beautiful lakes, so if you enjoy outdoor activities, consider visiting nearby lakes like Williamstown Lake or Boltz Lake for boating, fishing, and picnicking.

Local Parks
Explore the natural beauty of the area by visiting local parks like Piddle Park, Crittenden Park, or Bullock Pen Lake Wildlife Management Area.

Hiking and Nature Trails
Check out hiking and nature trails in the area, such as the Oak Ridge Park Trail or the Lakeview Park Loop Trail.

Historic Sites
Kentucky has a rich history, so you might want to explore nearby historic sites or towns like Williamstown or Independence.

Local Dining
Experience some local cuisine by visiting restaurants or eateries in the area. Ask locals for recommendations for the best places to eat.
Just 30 minutes outside of Cincinnati, this is the perfect location for those seeking access to metropolitan activities while staying in a rural community with serene landscapes. This home is within easy reach of some of Cincinnati’s most popular attractions like the Bengals Stadium, Riverfront Park, and Great American Ballpark. Beyond this central area, there’s still so much more to explore. From Cincinnati’s street art revolution which has transformed neighborhoods with 180+ public murals, to its serious beer culture, revitalized historic neighborhoods with trendy shopping and dining like Over-the-Rhine, and authentic Art Deco architecture and design, this culturally diverse city is a can’t-miss destination.

Back on the Kentucky side of the river, you’re in prime Bourbon Trail territory. Check out distilleries and sipping points where you can sample Northern Kentucky’s bourbon, often paired with traditional southern foods. From Walton, you’re also within an hour of other major metropolitan centers Louisville and Lexington. Make day trips to explore these urban areas, while The Gem Vacation Rental gives you the best of both worlds with its peaceful, countryside setting.

Property manager

Grand Welcome

Languages

English, Spanish

Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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

About the area

Crittenden

This holiday home is located in Crittenden. Brianza Gardens & Winery and Eagle Creek Country Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Dry Ridge Outlet Mall and Florence Antique Mall. Ark Encounter and Ararat Ridge Zoo are also worth visiting.
Map
Crittenden, KY

What's nearby

  • Brianza Gardens & Winery - 7 min drive
  • Eagle Creek Country Club - 8 min drive
  • Dry Ridge Outlet Mall - 11 min drive
  • Ark Encounter - 15 min drive
  • Florence Speedway - 17 min drive

Getting around

  • Cincinnati-Northern Kentucky Int'l Airport (CVG) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Flying J Travel Center - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Denny's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful 4 BDR Country Home, 15 Min from Ark Encounter – Perfect for Groups! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful 4 BDR Country Home, 15 Min from Ark Encounter – Perfect for Groups!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful 4 BDR Country Home, 15 Min from Ark Encounter – Perfect for Groups!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful 4 BDR Country Home, 15 Min from Ark Encounter – Perfect for Groups! located?

Situated in Crittenden, this holiday home is within 6 miles (10 km) of Brianza Gardens & Winery, Eagle Creek Country Club and Big South Fork. Dry Ridge Outlet Mall and Piddle Park are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mark E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Visit to Ark and CM
Very pretty. Close to highway. Super quiet. Some issues: light bulbs out; large stove pan is junk, please buy new one; many VRBO’s allow leftovers from previous guests like spices, flour, sugar, baggies, etc. That makes the visit *much* more enjoyable. VRBO’s all over the USA do/allow this. Jet tub in master bath had some brown scum that kept showing up??? It showed up 3 times. Please thoroughly clean. Otherwise very nice. Also, rear door entry device had issues with the buttons.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Home
This home was very clean and spacious. It was a great layout for our family of seven. The beds were very comfortable. Location was great. Definitely would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful
Great place to stay! Felt like Home. I would stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Pamela R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Nice property. A few disappointments
There were light bulbs out in the master closet and the upstairs bathroom. We requested replacements. No one responded. The floor rug in the upstairs bathroom was wet and smelly. We had to wash and dry it several times. The kitchen is very low on serving bowls. Only a small cookie sheet. No baking or broiler pan. One dish towel and one stove rag. Made it hard to prepare a meal. Very few towels and wash cloths. These things may seem insignificant but to a cook, it’s a lot. We would have enjoyed our stay more if we didn’t have to run the washer and dryer every day. It’s a very nice house. If I knew these things were taken care of, I would consider going back.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home
We took a family trip to see the Ark Encounter, and stayed at the Crittenden house. It was even more beautiful and spacious than it appeared, in a quite and lovely neighborhood. The whole process involved in booking, check-in, and check-out was easy.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nice country home. Nice deck furniture to relax on.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

duk k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautyfull House
Comfort and beautyfull house
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful
The home was very nice and allowed us to a place to meet from all over the US and catch up on life.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very Accommodating
Very clean - nicely decorated - abundant living, entertaining, and gathering spaces. It was the 14th year of a girls trip (girls over 70) and we all thoroughly enjoyed the property.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome
Great place. Clean and cozy
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
The house was clean and inviting for the 7 of us. Plenty of seating and downstairs was perfect for the kids. Easy access to the interstate. Would highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ark Encounter
House was perfect for our group of 8. Plenty of room. Hand rail on deck stairs was broken. Neighbor complained about our playing outside at 8:00pm because her dog was barking and
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Deborah C.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in, communication
Crittenden Stay
We were visiting the Ark Encounter in KY and stayed in this lovely home. The house is a great size, lots of room and everyone had plenty of space. The problem we had was with the beds. The beds in the Master and downstairs were very hard and uncomfortable, like sleeping on unyielding boards. We were only there for 2 nights. If we had been there longer, we would have opted to go to a Walmart and get an inflatable bed. Otherwise the home is lovely The property management team, Grand Welcome did not provide good communication on this home either. A week before our stay, we were sent an email which gave instructions and referred to the door code, but had no code in the door code section of the email, with no further explanation. I contacted them and was told we would get the code the day of our stay (this should have been in the email, but was not). No problem. But day of our stay we received a "Welcome" text, but no door code again, which required another call to management. And then another text from their local office with the incorrect property displayed in our "link" to our stay. So now a third call to verify the 1 bedroom/1 bath link sent to me was not the property we had rented for the weekend. Very poor communicators, with incorrect or no information. The property is lovely. If the beds were fixed and the management team represented the property in a more efficient way, I would highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thumbs Up!
Very spacious accommodations. Great for family with kids. Perks with starter supplies was a plus. Ease of communicating by text was very helpful. Only wish we could have used the fireplace during our stay (didn’t realize it was not included)…little chilly downstairs. Had plenty of dishes and silverware, but needed better cooking utensils and pans. However, it that did not cause regret for our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great time had by all
The house matched our needs perfectly! If I had a complaint it would be that we couldn't find the light switch that turned on the light over the table. The ping-pong table was a big hit...maybe a couple board games would help in entertaining during the down-time. Over all I guess I don't have any real complaints. Thanks for your attention to the details!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wish we could have stayed longer!
Beautiful decor! Great home with plenty of room! Downstairs was a surprise with the separate living area and additional bathroom! Might want to bring some cooking supplies if you are planning to cook there, was a challenge with limited pots/pans, no crockpot.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

David O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Christmas gift to grandkids
We booked a last moment trip with the intent to see Noah's Ark and Creation Museum with our grandchildren (ages 6-12) and their parents as part of their Christmas gift. We were delighted to find accommodations here. The place was spotless and smelled clean when you walked in the door. The bedrooms were perfect for our crew with plenty of room. The grandkids really loved the ping pong table! Everyone had their privacy, yet we were all able to eat around the same table at mealtimes. I am grateful to have brought my large electric skillet, instant pot and food processor, having planned specific meals to eat there 3 times daily. The cookware was not sufficient for our needs and it would have been a problem, if we had not done so. A few more mixing bowls of larger sizes would be helpful for future guests as well, along with some solid food measuring cups and liquid measuring spoons. The towels and washcloths were thick and classy. 3 bathrooms made life easy for us all. The only comment my daughter shared was to suggest tvs in the bedrooms. Personally, we were fine without that. They had 2 large screen tvs, one in the living area and the other in the nicely modeled downstairs. If we lived in this area, this would be a home I would love to purchase. The neighborhood is very nice, quiet and clean. If we ever do another trip nearby, we will be checking to see if this rental is available. Thank you for helping 2 old grandparents make wonderful memories with the family.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vark G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing!
OMGoodness! This house was amazing. Beautiful, comfortable and clean. Great location, quiet neighborhood. Short drive to Ark and Creation Museum.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charito W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home in a great location
The house, neighborhood and location of the home was perfect! The house was clean, huge, and great for all of us who went. I recommend this home to anyone
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location, center of Creation Muesem & Ark Encounter
With a group of 8, (4 children/4adults) this was a perfect home to rent!! The yard and location was absolutely beautiful, and the house was super!! Just missing a cake pan to bake a cake😉....(my granddaughter loves to bake) Will definitely share this home with others👍👍👍 Thanks so much
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

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