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Escape to the Woods at the Bird House in the Daniel Boone National Forest!

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Escape to the woods!
Propane grill & picnic table off the kitchen
Relax on the front porch as birdsong surrounds
Looking out to the driveway from the front porch
Looking to the backyard

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 492.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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London, KY
  • London Dragway
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Levi Jackson Wilderness Road State Park
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Laurel River Lake
    ‪32 min drive‬
  • London, KY (LOZ-London-Corbin)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Escape to the Woods at the Bird House in the Daniel Boone National Forest!

Escape to the woods in the wild and scenic Daniel Boone National Forest in London, Kentucky. You will love relaxing on the front or side porch or in the hammock watching the birds. Our property is a Certified National Wildlife Habitat and is home to all manner of wildlife and borders the forest. The 2-bedroom home sits up on a ridge and gets nice sunshine all day. Escape to the woods and get away from it all!

Our 22 acres is in the Daniel Boone National Forest and is relatively quiet and secluded. Surrounded by the woods, you will not see another house, car or person here, except the occasional neighbor hiker. As we to have to share the forest, you may hear occasional machinery or dragstrip noise especially on weekend nights but for the most part, it is peaceful, quiet and serene. We have always loved living here!

You have the entire top floor of the home. The unoccupied, unfinished basement is used for storage only.

Property manager

Carey & Sue Koplowitz

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
Older children ok, not childproofed
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Don't throw butts/trash in the yard or firepit.
Your reservation & payment confirms that you have read, understood and agree to the terms of our rental agreement.
Notify owners immediately of any problems whatsoever.
LEAVE NO TRACE-Leave everything as found, where found.

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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

London

Located in London, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Crooked Creek Golf Club and Holly Bay Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Levi Jackson Wilderness Road State Park and Buck Creek Wildlife Management Area. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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London, KY

What's nearby

  • London Dragway - 5 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Wood Creek Lake - 23 min drive - 12.0 km
  • Levi Jackson Wilderness Road State Park - 29 min drive - 24.4 km
  • Laurel River Lake - 32 min drive - 20.0 km
  • Holly Bay Marina - 37 min drive - 27.0 km

Getting around

  • Lexington, KY (LEX-Blue Grass) - 103 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Big Bob's Burgers - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪London Deli & Sub Too - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Sweet Creations Cafe - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Smith's Spectacular Events & Catering - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪TRS Management - ‬20 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Escape to the Woods at the Bird House in the Daniel Boone National Forest! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Escape to the Woods at the Bird House in the Daniel Boone National Forest!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Escape to the Woods at the Bird House in the Daniel Boone National Forest!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Escape to the Woods at the Bird House in the Daniel Boone National Forest! located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from London Dragway and within 12 miles (20 km) of Wood Creek Lake and Pittsburgh Community Park. Fresenius Medical Care and CHI Saint Joseph Health - Saint Joseph London are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

James M.

Beautiful location - quiet and peaceful. Well kept and furnished property surrounded by nature.

This place is a gem! The owners are thoughtful and very pleasant. We were met and got a tour of the house and surroundings, and they make themselves readily available if you need anything. The home is well furnished with everything we needed to cook, relax and enjoy ourselves. While cell service is spotty, they've provided a land line phone in the home. If you enjoy relaxing in the quiet surrounded by woods and watching birds, squirrels and other wildlife in their environment, this is the place to go. You can walk through the woods and enjoy yourself, or sit on the large porch and let the birds fly by as they enjoy the many feeders in the yard. Should the weather not cooperate, there are lots of games, TV with satellite and DVD player, etc. There's also WIFI, which isn't the high-speeds you have in the city, but was more than satisfactory for our needs - we were able to stream some videos to a phone while also reading the news. We enjoyed it because you feel you're in the middle of nowhere, and you don't hear the city sounds or see the lights - which means the stars are clear and vibrant - but you're only a few minutes drive from anything you would need. We would definitely recommend this home to our friends and family who are looking for a getaway, and plan to visit again ourselves again sometime during fall to enjoy that time of year. We've had lots of good experiences with rentals in the past, but by far this is the best one we've stayed in yet.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

madhusudan g.

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

Awesome stay

Nice location. Property was very clean. We really enjoyed our stay and definitely recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tricia R.

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

The Bird House - Perfect Getaway

The Bird House was just as advertised; quiet, private, & peaceful - except for the bird visitors. We had turkeys, hawks, pleated woodpecker, gold finches, Indigo Buntings, hummingbirds, and a host of others. It was the perfect jumping off point for hikes in the Daniel Boone Natl Forest, and the porch was the perfect spot for coffee in the mornings and spending our non-hiking days. In fact, we enjoyed the porch so much, some days it was hard to leave and explore. Carey was a fantastic host & went out of his way to accommodate our needs related to allergies. The home was very clean, & well equipped. I could go on & on, but you get the idea. It is a great place to disconnect & reconnect. We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jodie A.

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

Great rental.

It was very easy to rent and a very nice location. We would definitely come back .
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Judy H.

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

Wish we stayed longer

Honestly, sitting on the porch relaxing, I've never hear so many birds chirping! Lovely setting, great accommodations with all the modern amenities needed. Hubby even enjoyed the sounds of the Sat nite drag races down the road, so we stopped there as well. Something for both of us.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Shawn A.

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

Everything was good

Everything went well & they were really nice. Was good communication & directions from them. The house was really cute & we also got to meet Carey and the two dogs. I also made a fire each night. Will rent from them in the future 👍👍
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lamanda P.

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

Birds

Loved everything about this place. They had everything you could possibly need available. Even the medicine cabinet was stocked. It was close to both Cumberland Falls and Laurel Lake which is what brought us here. We will definitely return if we come back to the area. Very secluded and private.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jim G.

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

What a Wonderful Stay!!!

What a wonderful stay!!! The house is clean and well maintained. The property is secluded, quiet and peaceful but close to many attractions and places to shop. I enjoyed sitting on the porch with coffee in the morning and watching the sun come up. I found myself back on the porch in the evenings with a beverage to enjoy the peace and quiet. The "welcoming committee"--2 very friendly dogs--came by often to visit. The owners are friendly and responsive. I HIGHLY recommend the Birdhouse to anyone who is looking for a quiet, secluded getaway that is close to much to do. Thank you for a fantastic stay!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jenifer W.

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

Peaceful, cozy getaway

The Bird House is so much more than the photos show. There’s an atmosphere of peace there amid the trees. The east facing country front porch is the perfect spot for watching the sun rise and the steam gently rise as the sun warms the cool October dew. Inside, the owners have thought of everything to make your stay pleasant—kitchen well stocked with cooking utensils, board games and DVDs as well as Directv. Even well placed night lights! We visited Cumberland Falls, Cumberland Gap, and even took in a little drag racing on Friday night at the London Dragway! We left wishing we had a few extra days to stay.

10/10 Excellent

Steve R.

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

Weekend getaway

Perfect place to get away from it all. Close enough to the falls but far enough away to not be touristy. Coffee on the porch in the morning is pure bliss!! Communication was amazing as well. The owners are excellent and well. Just a perfect place!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey B.

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

Peaceful Get Away!

It is a peaceful, secluded little comfy house up in the forest. The Owner was very available for us. Two great , very friendly dogs greeted us on our arrival. We enjoyed our short stay at the Bird House and hope to go back next year!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

George D.

Wonderful Secluded Location!

We very much enjoyed our short 3 night stay over the Thanksgiving holiday. Everything we needed was provided. We visited the Cumberland Falls, which we also recommend for anyone visiting the area, as it is qn impressive sight. We had fun just wandering around the yard as well, and enjoying the amenities of the house.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Kevin T., Churubusco, IN

Awesome place

We loved the property and had a wonderful two day stay. Our hike around the cabin was awesome.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Mark K., Fairland

Beautiful setting! So peaceful & quiet! Easy access to lots of options, too! We’ll be back!

Great location with a beautiful setting on top of a forest hill! All kinds of amenities! The owners were awesome! The “Birdhouse”is a very fitting name...so tranquil...God’s creation at its best!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Israel R.

Peaceful

The house was wonderful, peaceful, quiet, clean. The owners thought of every detail to make you feel at home. We wanted to have some R & R with our daughter and indeed we found it at the bird house. Thank you for letting us your home. We loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Irene F.

The bird house

We loved our stay at the Bird house. It had every thing we needed. We sat out on the front porch day and evening, it was so peaceful there. Even more peaceful than the smoky mountains. We went hiking all over Natural Bridge,Bee Rock ect. Such beautiful country. There is all kinds of places to eat in London, the owners even said if we ran out of gas for the grill just call them and they would refill it. Carey and Sue are great people. We really liked Laural River lake it is so clean and the beach was white sand. It is also a trout,bass lake yea! Lake Cumberland is close. we will be coming back again with our family next time. Thank you so much for letting us have the use of your lovely home. Irene and steve.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Myrna M.

We really enjoyed our visit to the Bird House and to Southern Kentucky.

We really enjoyed our visit to the Bird House and to Southern Kentucky. The Bird House is in a quiet, rural location, just 15minutes from I-75. The house is very clean, nicely decorated, and well equipped. We enjoyed cooking meals there and the kitchen had everything we needed. The KIng bed was nice and comfortable. The front porch was a nice place to eat our meals and bird watch. There is a lot do in the area. Several State Parks and a National Park are within easy driving distance. Hiking is one of our favorite things to do and there are many hiking trails nearby. We spent time at Cumberland Falls State Park, Levi Jackson State Park, Pine Mountain State Park, Daniel Boone National Forest, and Cumberland Gap National Park. We would come back to the Bird House and Sothern Kentucky anytime.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018

About the host

Hosted by Carey & Sue Koplowitz

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We escaped to the woods 2+ decades ago & love living in the forest! We have lived & visited all over the US and love where we live in the wild & scenic Daniel Boone National Forest, its like camping with all your stuff! Carey is the full-time host & property manager, while Sue, not yet retired, works behind the scene in the home office, making sure the bills get paid, the taxes filed & keeping up with our online listings.

Why they chose this property

Peaceful and secluded, borders the wild and scenic Daniel Boone National Forest, a beautiful and magical place to be, land of many adventures! Your home in the woods! Our 22-acre property borders the Daniel Boone National Forest along the northwest boundary and is about midway between Woods Creek Lake to the north, Laurel Lake to the south, City of London to the east and the Wild and Scenic Rockcastle River to the west. The natural beauty, peace and solitude in the general area is what really drew us here. Our cozy home in the Daniel Boone National Forest is in a rural, forested area. Close enough to the modern world yet far enough away to escape daily life and traffic. Its always 10 degrees cooler here in the woods! The Daniel Boone National Forest in the Appalachian foothills is a temperate, mixed mesophytic appalachian rain forest with amazing and unique flora, fauna & biota. You'll marvel at the sandstone karst terrain and caves found in this unique area. We love our little piece of the forest and hope you will too!

What makes this property unique

Many of our guests tell us how this area is every bit as beautiful as the Great Smoky Mountain region minus all the traffic and we agree! Our 22 acres borders the Daniel Boone National Forest and is relatively quiet and secluded. Surrounded by the woods, you will not see another house, car or person here, except the occasional neighbor hiker. As we to have to share the forest, you may hear the occasional machinery or dragstrip noise especially on weekend nights but for the most part, it is more peaceful and serene. We have always loved living here! With over 40 years experience in food manufacturing and quality assurance, you can be sure that this great little home in the woods will be sparkling clean and disinfected/sanitized prior to your arrival! We follow all CDC guidelines on COVID-19 cleaning/disinfecting and we are vaccinated!

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