10/10 Excellent
M. Teresa B.
16 April 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Home away from Home
M. Teresa B.
Stayed 30 nights in Mar 2025
Entire home
Welcome to your home away from home at my Bardstown’s Sweet Retreat!
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6120.8 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Bardstown, KY
- My Old Kentucky Home State Park9 min drive
- Heaven Hill Bourbon Heritage Center10 min drive
- Bourbon Heritage Center10 min drive
- Bardstown, KY (BRY-Samuels Field)8 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Double Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom 2
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Welcome to your home away from home at my Bardstown’s Sweet Retreat!
This spacious 1300 square ft. home sits on 3/4 acre and is only minutes from downtown Bardstown. This home can accommodate a family or several couples. You have your own private driveway, which can fit multiple vehicles, so parking is not an issue. With its comfortable front porch rocking chairs, swing on the back deck, or table seating, there are ample opportunities for gathering, relaxing and enjoying company.
The large back yard includes a deck, cozy fire pit and grill, guaranteeing a good time. This home has lots of charm and is a win-win when it comes to safety, warmth, and comfort. You are sure to enjoy this sweet retreat.
You are a 2 minute drive from historic St. Thomas Church, established in 1812. Also, you are a 5 minute drive from downtown Bardstown, where you can enjoy a variety of shops, restaurants, and live music on weekends. Downtown has free parking, so you are able take your time to enjoy “The Most Beautiful Small Town in America". Your home away from home is centrally located to all surrounding distilleries. Come and enjoy all that Bardstown has to offer.
I hope to see you soon!
- Janie
The large back yard includes a deck, cozy fire pit and grill, guaranteeing a good time. This home has lots of charm and is a win-win when it comes to safety, warmth, and comfort. You are sure to enjoy this sweet retreat.
You are a 2 minute drive from historic St. Thomas Church, established in 1812. Also, you are a 5 minute drive from downtown Bardstown, where you can enjoy a variety of shops, restaurants, and live music on weekends. Downtown has free parking, so you are able take your time to enjoy “The Most Beautiful Small Town in America". Your home away from home is centrally located to all surrounding distilleries. Come and enjoy all that Bardstown has to offer.
I hope to see you soon!
- Janie
Property manager
Janie Stanley
Premier Host
Languages
English
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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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
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
Bardstown
Located in Bardstown, this holiday home is in a rural area. My Old Kentucky Home State Park Golf Course and Heaven Hill Bourbon Heritage Center are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Shaq & Coco and At Mary's. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as swimming.
Bardstown, KY
What's nearby
- My Old Kentucky Home State Park Golf Course - 8 min drive - 9.0 km
- My Old Kentucky Home State Park - 9 min drive - 9.6 km
- Lux Row Distillers - 9 min drive - 11.9 km
- Heaven Hill Bourbon Heritage Center - 10 min drive - 10.0 km
- Bourbon Heritage Center - 10 min drive - 10.0 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 8 min drive
- Sonic Drive-In - 8 min drive
- El Patron Mexican Gril - 9 min drive
- Cracker Barrel - 8 min drive
- Wendy's - 8 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
9.6/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Charlotte K.
6 December 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sister weekend
Charlotte K.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Laura G.
17 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay!
Laura G.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Dennis S.
26 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Abbey Vacation
Dennis S.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Brenda M.
24 September 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house
Brenda M.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
cathy g.
1 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely
cathy g.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Alice M.
4 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bardstown review
Alice M.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Patricia M.
9 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything we needed
Patricia M.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jack K.
15 September 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bardstown Trip
Jack K.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
Eileen C.
24 November 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sweet retreat it is
Eileen C.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
10/10 Excellent
David T.
21 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bourbon
David T.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jeannie S.
17 October 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Stay
Jeannie S.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Bill R.
8 November 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place in the heart of Bourbon country
Bill R.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
jeff v.
27 November 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Holiday weekend
jeff v.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Robin R., Gloucester, Virginia
1 December 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thanksgiving stay
Robin R.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
10/10 Excellent
Alma R.
16 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place to stay.
Alma R.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Ken c., Allen
12 October 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
great experience
Ken c.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Sara D.
18 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for us
Sara D.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Joe S.
4 September 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bourbon Trail home base
Joe S.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
8/10 Good
Deon J.
9 April 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend trip
Deon J.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Brian C.
4 April 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
First time Bourbon Trail with friends
Brian C.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Robert P.
15 November 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Close to everything
Robert P.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
10/10 Excellent
Darrell M., McHenry
23 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
KY with friends
Darrell M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Brent I.
3 August 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Motorcycle trip
Brent I.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Stein S., Manchester, MI USA
20 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay!
Stein S.
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About the host
Hosted by Janie Stanley
Retired at 55 and loving it.
Mother, grandmother, and native of area. I have decided to rent out my humble abode for travelers in groups to enjoy while also enjoying the myraid attractions Bardstown has to offer.
Mother, grandmother, and native of area. I have decided to rent out my humble abode for travelers in groups to enjoy while also enjoying the myraid attractions Bardstown has to offer.
Why they chose this property
This home is safe, cozy, and quiet for groups to enjoy in between distillery tours, shopping, or historical tours. This home is close to downtown, yet is private enough to feel in the country.
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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