Family-friendly vacation rentals in Nelson County

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

Explore 10+ distilleries from one Bourbon home base in Kentucky! The Kentucky Barrel House is an upscale boutique retreat perfectly positioned between Maker's Mark & Bardstown. Soak in the private hot tub, enjoy the fire pit, or walk downtown for dining. Full kitchen, large fenced yard & pet friendly. NEW Potter Jane 3.2 mi, Limestone Branch/Yellowstone 8 mi, Maker's Mark 10 mi & Bardstown Distilleries including; Lux Row, Heaven Hill, Bardstown Bourbon Co. Custom itinerary included!

Barton House - Long Stays Welcome!

Welcome to the Barton House - your home away from home near the Bourbon trail, wineries, and more! The Barton house gets its name from its close proximity to the Barton 1792 distillery & view of Barton rickhouses from the front door. The house sits in a quiet neighborhood & is a 5 min. drive to the dinner train and quaint streets of downtown Bardstown. It is a short 10 min. drive to many of the distilleries and wineries. Celebrating something special or a special occasion? Let us know!

Bluegrass and Bourbon - Peace on the Bourbon Trail

Retreat to your peaceful hangout after a day of exploring all that Bardstown and KY have to offer! Relax by the fireplace and stream a movie on the 75" TV, cook a full meal in the well-stocked kitchen, create a unique cocktail with all the tools you could wish for, breathe fresh air on the screened-in porch that borders greenspace, challenge friends to poker in the game room, grill dinner on our charcoal grill, or roast hot dogs and s'mores on the firepit area. This must be the place.

Sunshine and Whiskey

We are located in the heart of the bourbon capital of the world. If your looking for a peaceful quiet country night we are the place for you. We offer a queen size bed and small pull out sofa. There are several local attractions we are 6 miles from Makers Mark, 11 miles to Log Still, 3 miles from the XB Arena (Saturday nights Nov-March), and 13 miles to Historic Bardstown to include Heaven Hill. At night you can relax under our grain bin gazebo. Horse stalls available for $25

Basil Cottage on the Creek

The Basil (baz-el) cottage is the perfect get-a-way where you can sit on the back porch sipping coffee while overlooking the babbling creek- get back in touch with nature for a much needed break from the stress of every day life. It may be a much needed romantic weekend, a mid- way point as you tour the bourbon trail, visiting Lincoln's childhood home or just a place of your own while in town to visit family, no matter what brings you to our cottage- you will love it here.

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!

Cabin*Hot-Tub*Pickleball*Speakeasy* Bourbon Trail

Welcome to your secluded sanctuary nestled within 10 acres of pristine land. Entering the cabin, you're enveloped in warmth and coziness. The interior is adorned with knotty pine walls, lending a rustic charm to the space. As the sun sets, casting a golden glow over the landscape, you gather around the fire pit with friends and family. Your cabin is a sanctuary where time stands still, and the beauty of nature surrounds you at every turn.

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.