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The Barrel Proof Bungalow
This stylish 3 bedroom 2 bathroom home on the "Kentucky Bourbon Trail" has been a labor of love and full remodel down to the studs. The Barrel Strength Bungalow is centrally located between Interstate 65 (Jim Beam) and Bardstown's city center. A unique outdoor living space with one of a few hot tubs in Bardstown area Airbnb's. Also offers a firepit, outdoor grill and patio area. More than 15 distilleries within an hour's drive and approximately 30-35m to Downtown Louisville and Churchill Downs.

Bourbon Country Schoolhouse
Enjoy staying in a piece of history within this old one room schoolhouse converted to a two bedroom home. Sit out on the swing or by the firepit as you enjoy peaceful sounds of the country and the creek adjacent to the property. Located right on the Bourbon Trail with only a 5 min drive to Maker’s Mark, 17 min to Limestone, and 20 min to Log Still Distillery. Venture in to the city of Springfield to learn about Abe Lincoln and his parents, married in the courthouse, still being used to this day!

StillHill: HotTub GameRoom Whiskey Lounge Acreage
Stylish 3 bedroom home located in the Bourbon Capital is a perfect getaway to be still or tour the best Kentucky bourbon from a local whiskey still. Centrally located within 25 miles of 10 distilleries! Close to the Old Kentucky dinner train, the Derby, and a short drive to Louisville & Lexington. Enjoy 5 private acres where you can soak in the hot tub, swing on the patio, sit by the fire and watch the birds and deer. Then relax in our indoor lounge or garage game room after a day of adventures

Shot Glass Tiny House, 3 miles to Maker’s Mark
🏆 Featured as one of “5 Unique Stays in Marion County, Kentucky”, January 30, 2026. This is glamping at its best! Stay under the stars at the Shot Glass Tiny House on wheels, tucked at the end of a quiet backroad on the bourbon trail just 3 miles from Maker’s Mark. Enjoy rustic comfort while observing wildlife through the large front picture window and surrounding windows. Explore the Bourbon Trail by day, then return to relax by the fire pit, gazing at the stars in this cozy nature retreat.

Bourbon Trail | Walk to Dine | Hot Tub * Fire Pit
Couples love the Kentucky Barrel House located on the Bourbon Trail. Walk Downtown for a steak dinner or shop. Hot tub, Fire pit. 10 Miles from Maker’s Mark, 3.2 Miles from Potter Jane Distilling, Limestone Branch Yellowstone Distillery 8 miles + many more including; Willett, Bardstown Bourbon, Heaven Hill, Jim Beam, James B. Beam, Lux Row. A few miles to Cornerstone Acres wedding venue, Lincoln Legacy Museum + golf. Free Itinerary, huge yard, privacy fence, pet friendly, equipped kitchen.

Bourbon City Retreat
Escape to a Bourbon City retreat In historic Bardstown Ky named “Most Beautiful Small Town In America”. Experience the Bourbon Trail starting where bourbon was born. Visit Jim Beam American Still House, Heaven Hill Bourbon Heritage Center & Four Roses Warehouse just to name a few. Be sure to visit My Old KY Home and My Old KY Dinner Train. Enjoy southern cuisine at Mammy’s Kitchen, Stephen Foster Restaurant & The Rick house. Enjoy your stay in a quiet, clean & cozy home in Bourbon City Decor.

The Getaway in Bourbon Country with Breakfast
Located in the heart of the Bourbon Trail. Come and enjoy the peace and quiet of country living, but still close enough to cities. When you first arrive, you will find the entrance on a large, covered patio. There is a gas grill there for your use. We also have a fire pit, so bring wood. Feel free to take a walk down to the river at the bottom of our property. There you will find a park like setting where you can relax and listen to nature if you like. Eggs, bacon and biscuits provided.

The Little Cabin on Sunset Ridge
Relax in the country on our privately owned farm. Conveniently stay along the Kentucky Bourbon Trail. Maker’s Mark is 6.9 miles away, Historic Bardstown, the Bourbon Capital of the World is less than 10 miles away which is home of multiple distilleries. Start your day with a cup of coffee watching the sunrise or unwind by the fire pit as the sun sets. This is one of two cabins we have on the property, so if this isn’t available check #2 or bring others and you each have a cabin!

Cozy Cabin on the Bourbon Trail
Our place is close to the Bourbon Trail. You’ll love our cabin because of the warm interior and amazing outdoor space. Our place is good for couples, solo adventurers, business travelers, and families. This cabin located in the country on our 100 acre farm, but you are 3 miles from restaurants, groceries, pharmacies and shops. The location is also central to the distilleries: 15mi to Maker's Mark, 35mi to Jim Beam, 50mi to Woodford Reserve, Lexington, and Louisville

A Heavenly Home
Serene ~ Peaceful ~ Private ~Modern. Centrally located in the heart of Bourbon Country. This home is an ideal setting to relax and enjoy spending time with friends or family. You will no doubt find this newly constructed home to be cozy, comfortable, and inviting! Enjoy the wonderful outdoor space in a quiet country setting with beautiful scenery and woods, comfortable seating, including a porch swing, a play area for children, and you may even see a deer or two!

AirBourbon & Branch WALK TO EVERYTHING!
You've arrived in Bourbon Country! Enjoy historic Bardstown today. Enjoy our modern accommodations tonight. You are walking distance to restaurants, taverns, festivals, and great American history. Perfect location for Bourbon Festival in September and October Arts & Crafts Fair- right across the street from all the action! Be aware that our apartment is in the downtown area - if you are a sensitive sleeper, know that there are traffic noises near the apartment.

Bourbon Basecamp: 1.5 Acres, Game + Movie Room 3BR
Escape to Bourbon Basecamp, your private retreat on 1.5 acres in Kentucky bourbon country—just 12 minutes from Bardstown. This upscale home blends modern country charm with a speakeasy-style game room, perfect for unforgettable getaways. Within 25 miles of 10+ distilleries, including Heaven Hill, Maker’s Mark, and Jim Beam. Plus an hour from Louisville, Lexington, and Mammoth Cave.
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- Kentucky Exposition Center
- Buffalo Trace Distillery
- Kentucky Kingdom & Hurricane Bay
- Kentucky Derby Museum
- Louisville Slugger Field
- Churchill Downs
- Waterfront Park
- University of Louisville
- Kentucky International Convention Center
- Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory
- Jefferson Memorial Forest
- Falls of the Ohio State Park
- Muhammad Ali Center
- Castle & Key Distillery
- Angel's Envy Distillery
- James B Beam Distilling
- Big Four Bridge
- Bernheim Arboretum and Research Forest
- Frazier History Museum
- Bardstown Bourbon Company
- Four Roses Distillery Llc
- Cherokee Park
- Kentucky Down Under Adventure Zoo
- Kentucky Science Center





