Lakefront Retreat w/ Views, Near Mammoth Cave!
House in Nolin Lake, KY
12 guests · 6 bedrooms · 3 baths
Reasons to book
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Includes essentialsKitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner, Internet / Wifi and more
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About this house rental
Experience the best of the Bluegrass State from the comfort of this luxury vacation rental! This upscale home offers 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, 2 living areas, an outdoor fire pit, and 2 levels of decks with incredible views of Nolin Lake. Kids will enjoy playing foosball up in the loft while the adults lounge on the deck. When you're not boating or fishing on the lake, take a quick drive to Mammoth Cave National Park—home to the world's longest cave—for memorable hikes and cave tours!
-- THE PROPERTY --
2 Fireplaces | 2,680 Sq Ft | Gas Grill | Ample Driveway Parking
Tucked away in the forest, yet just a stone's throw from Mammoth Cave National Park, this vacation rental is the ideal choice for large families and groups of friends looking for endless outdoor adventures in Kentucky!
Bedroom 1: King Bed | Bedroom 2: King Bed | Bedroom 3: Queen Bed | Bedroom 4 (Loft): 2 Twin/Full Bunk Beds w/ Twin Trundle Beds
INDOOR LIVING: 5 flat-screen TVs, DVD player, walk-out basement, comfortable furniture, vaulted ceiling, hardwood floors
KID-FRIENDLY GAMES: Foosball table, air hockey table, darts, basketball, board games, Pacman & arcade games
KITCHEN: Fully equipped, stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, Keurig coffee maker, drip coffee maker, full knife set, center island with seating, dishware/flatware
OUTDOOR LIVING: Furnished wraparound deck, fire pit area w/ seating, hammock
GENERAL: Washer/dryer, free WiFi, complimentary toiletries, air conditioning, ceiling fans, central heating, self-check-in
PARKING: Driveway (6 vehicles)
-- THE LOCATION --
NOLIN LAKE STATE PARK: Boat ramp/beach (3.0 miles), fishing, swimming, boating, jet skiing, kayaking, Cave Hollow Bay Boat Ramp (8.0 miles)
MAMMOTH CAVE NATIONAL PARK (~8 miles): Gothic Avenue Tour, Wild Cave Tour, Sand Cave, Fat Man's Misery, Green River, Crystal Onyx Cave, Diamond Caverns, Cub Run Cave
OUTDOOR RECREATION: Moutardier Recreation Area (16.5 miles), Shanty Hollow Lake (33.1 miles), Lost River Cave (44.4 miles), Barren River Lake (45.5 miles)
BOWLING GREEN: National Corvette Museum (38.0 miles), Thunderfest (38.0 miles), Historic Railpark & Train Museum (40.1 miles), Western Kentucky University (41.2 miles), CamaroFest (42.2 miles), Beech Bend Park (42.2 miles)
AIRPORTS: Louisville International Airport (88.0 miles), Nashville International Airport (111 miles)
-- REST EASY WITH US --
Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.
-- POLICIES --
- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features several external security cameras. They do not look into interior spaces
-- THE PROPERTY --
2 Fireplaces | 2,680 Sq Ft | Gas Grill | Ample Driveway Parking
Tucked away in the forest, yet just a stone's throw from Mammoth Cave National Park, this vacation rental is the ideal choice for large families and groups of friends looking for endless outdoor adventures in Kentucky!
Bedroom 1: King Bed | Bedroom 2: King Bed | Bedroom 3: Queen Bed | Bedroom 4 (Loft): 2 Twin/Full Bunk Beds w/ Twin Trundle Beds
INDOOR LIVING: 5 flat-screen TVs, DVD player, walk-out basement, comfortable furniture, vaulted ceiling, hardwood floors
KID-FRIENDLY GAMES: Foosball table, air hockey table, darts, basketball, board games, Pacman & arcade games
KITCHEN: Fully equipped, stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, Keurig coffee maker, drip coffee maker, full knife set, center island with seating, dishware/flatware
OUTDOOR LIVING: Furnished wraparound deck, fire pit area w/ seating, hammock
GENERAL: Washer/dryer, free WiFi, complimentary toiletries, air conditioning, ceiling fans, central heating, self-check-in
PARKING: Driveway (6 vehicles)
-- THE LOCATION --
NOLIN LAKE STATE PARK: Boat ramp/beach (3.0 miles), fishing, swimming, boating, jet skiing, kayaking, Cave Hollow Bay Boat Ramp (8.0 miles)
MAMMOTH CAVE NATIONAL PARK (~8 miles): Gothic Avenue Tour, Wild Cave Tour, Sand Cave, Fat Man's Misery, Green River, Crystal Onyx Cave, Diamond Caverns, Cub Run Cave
OUTDOOR RECREATION: Moutardier Recreation Area (16.5 miles), Shanty Hollow Lake (33.1 miles), Lost River Cave (44.4 miles), Barren River Lake (45.5 miles)
BOWLING GREEN: National Corvette Museum (38.0 miles), Thunderfest (38.0 miles), Historic Railpark & Train Museum (40.1 miles), Western Kentucky University (41.2 miles), CamaroFest (42.2 miles), Beech Bend Park (42.2 miles)
AIRPORTS: Louisville International Airport (88.0 miles), Nashville International Airport (111 miles)
-- REST EASY WITH US --
Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.
-- POLICIES --
- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features several external security cameras. They do not look into interior spaces
Amenities
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Family friendly
Map of Nolin Lake, KY
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Ratings and reviews
8.0 / 10.0
Nice property off the beaten path. Secluded and quiet. Enjoyed the deck and view of the lake. Couple minor issues with the house the main one being the toilet. We had a log jam every day if our stay. this never happens back home but the toilets in this house just need replaced. If u don't want to plunge in vacation I would rent a different place.
10.0 / 10.0
My buddies and I rented this house for a weekend over the summer. The house was perfect. We spent the weekend swimming and fishing. The fishing is really good right off the dock. This is an awesome house. Definitely recommend
10.0 / 10.0
The property was perfect for a family getaway. The house was clean and stocked with all the essentials you would need. The 2 big decks were a favorite spot to hang out and watch the sunset.
I would absolutely recommend it.
10.0 / 10.0
This beautiful property provided everything we needed. We had 4 adults and 3 children ranging in ages from 3 to 68. We had a wonderful time visiting Mammoth Cave and Dinosaur World and spent our mornings and evenings fishing off the dock. We would definitely stay here again.
10.0 / 10.0
Awesome house! Very spacious and kitchen was fabulous. The lake view was spectacular!
8.0 / 10.0
It was a beautiful house and property. Well stocked and ample sleeping space. Only I and a half bath. Another full bath and it would have been perfect. Full fridge downstairs would be nice. Small fridge downstairs did not work.
Over all a beautiful rental. Thank you.
10.0 / 10.0
If you are looking for that PERFECT, quiet, lake getaway - stop scrolling and book this place NOW! This was absolutely the best vacation home we have ever stayed in. The views are breathtaking, the lake perfect for fishing, boating and swimming, The sunsets were out of this world. The home had everything you could ask for: fully stocked kitchen, washer/dryer, dishwasher, towels, yard games, board games, hammock, firepit, tvs in every room..... and CLEAN. Everything just smelled CLEAN when you walked in.
What to bring with you? You are literally in no-man's-lind, so stop at a grocery and get shampoo, conditioner, a bar of soap, and whatever you'll need to eat while you're there. There's no groceries or food for a good 30 minutes (walmart is about 50 minutes).
This property was just heavenly for the week. No noise, 1 or 2 bars of free wifi (which is just enough if you HAVE to use the computer, but also just enough to keep the kids off their devices and down the lake fishing instead!)
48 minutes to the visitor center at Mammoth Caves.
I can't say enough about this place. 10 stars!!!
8.0 / 10.0
The decks were great. The stairs to the lake were many but well built and maintained. The deck was good but could use a better ladder, it was difficult to get out of the water onto the deck. The swimming although deep was excellent. We had terrific weather. The upstairs loft was good. I thought the basement bedrooms and bathroom were somewhat awkward. Suggestions: put mirrors and towel hooks in both bedrooms. Put more towel racks/hooks in the full bathroom as well.
10.0 / 10.0
Absolutely perfect house. Nice and quiet lake. Beautiful sunsets on the dock. Great for swimming with the kids. Caught fish and turtles. Saw bald eagle several times. About 45 min to Mammoth Cave. We had a great summer trip.
10.0 / 10.0
This home provided everything we wanted. The lake view on the incredible decks were wonderful. The loft, the downstairs, and the great room met our needs when it came to enjoying together or some one wanting to go to bed earlier than others. Pictures of home are very accurate.
We rented a pontoon and enjoyed diving at the home. Our granddaughters really liked jumping into the lake…a first for them.
Please note…this home is definitely located far from a supermarket or restaurants. There is a great Mexican restaurant on the way to Mammoth Cave. There is also a great restaurant at the Wax Marina.
Be sure to tour the cave. A simple tour is the Frozen Niagara. Our three granddaughters, including the youngest who is 3 , were able to enjoy.
Highly recommend going to the water park in Bowling Green…about an hour from the house. Be sure to eat at Micki’s on Main in the historical part of town. It was excellent. Our granddaughters even liked the food a lot.
One full bath meant planning for 7 people…and we did that just fine. Movie night on the large sectional in family room was terrific.
My husband and I have rented many different homes and condos from VRBO over the years. This one was quite good and lived up to our expectations.
2.0 / 10.0
Awesome!
Great location beautiful house ! We will defiantly rent again !
10.0 / 10.0
Nolin Lake Retreat
The house was outstanding. Plenty of space and very nicely decorated. The view of the lake is great and the lake itself was fantastic.
10.0 / 10.0
Family get away
This was a wonderful property for our extended family to spend a getaway. The house was spacious and very clean. The master bedroom was blocked off , so there was only one full bathroom, but this really wasn’t a problem. The decks overlooking the lake are amazing for viewing the sunset. We really liked having our own boat slip/dock for swimming and bringing people on and off boat. There are 150+ steps up from lake dock to house, so be ready to do a stairs workout. The couch in the basement was really comfy. Four people slept comfortably on the couch. The loft upstairs had two bunks that slept 4 people each. This house comfortably slept 16 people, using the sectional downstairs for sleeping. There are two arcade games in the loft and a fusball table for the kids. Would definitely stay here again.
10.0 / 10.0
Hidden Gem
House was great overall and we would definitely recommend. Indoor spaces and outdoor views did not disappoint! The lake was a fabulous surprise… clear, warm water with very few boats. We bought rafts to float on while the kids jumped off the dock/swam/fished/hunted for geodes along the bank. Kayaks would be an awesome addition to this home ;) Boys (ages 9, 12, 13, and 14) also loved the sleeping loft and sand/fire area. We were able to travel to mammoth caves and do some really fun zip lining while staying at the house. Drive to get anywhere was 30-45 minutes so pack and plan accordingly and enjoy this relaxing vaca!
10.0 / 10.0
Wallace Wedding
I’ve eyed this beauty of property for a long time. So much that we decided to have our wedding there. It served its purpose more then you know. The views the layout the kindness of the owner was awesome! Picture coming soon to her phone…;)
10.0 / 10.0
Wonderful Weekend
The property was very nicely appointed - all very comfortable furniture and beds but the outdoor space is what really made the weekend! The HUGE covered decks and seating areas let us take full advantage of the great views and nature. I would definitely stay at this property again. Proximity to Mammoth Cave was great! Very pretty lake!
10.0 / 10.0
Mammoth Cave Spring Break
We just spent 5 very relaxing nights at this home over spring break. My pre teen boys loved the bunk room and big comfy couch on the ground floor. The lake water level was low but the views were still gorgeous. The kitchen was great- fully stocked with high quality pans and utensils. The master bedroom is off limits to renters so everyone had to share the small full bathroom off of the laundry room on the ground floor. The beds are comfortable but the two downstairs bedrooms are windowless. That is truly the only downside and not really a big deal. In all, we had a great time at the house and surrounding parks. Well worth it.
10.0 / 10.0
Great place
Great property! Very spacious and comfortable l! My husband said the design team delivered on comfort! The cloud couch was a big hit!
10.0 / 10.0
Great spot
We had a great time, the view was beautiful and the location was great. I wasn’t sure about the dock set up based on the listing but there is a dock, easily accessible, we rented a pontoon boat from wax marina for two days and it was nice to be able to dock the boat and go up for lunch or forgotten necessities. I was nervous about the bathroom situation since there’s only one full bath and one 1/2 but it worked out fine, I wouldn’t let that deter you from this property. The loft was awesome for the teenagers and the adults stayed in the super comfy basement, we could not hear them which was perfect. The outdoor patio and seating on the porch was awesome. There were way more amenities in the kitchen than I anticipated I way over packed. Do you keep in mind, they provide bath linens but not beach towels. I would highly recommend this house!!
10.0 / 10.0
Overall Great Property
This property was great. All of our needs were covered. The shower situation was not ideal, but was manageable and the stairs down to the dock were long but good exercise (around 300 round trip). The location was somewhat remote but that helped make it peaceful. Approximately 30 minutes to Mammoth Cave, 15 minutes to Nolin River State Park, 20 minutes to a Grocery Store, and 40 minutes to Walmart.
10.0 / 10.0
A Beautiful Stay
My family and I spent the weekend at Lake Nolin. The views are magnificent. The home is beautiful and very comfortable. We can’t wait to go again. My mom said it was the most relaxed she’s been in 2 years.
8.0 / 10.0
Peaceful but far
It’s was nice on the Nolin lake, but a drive to anything like Mammoth Cave or groceries. It would be nice during the summer to spend all day boating and hanging on the huge deck. We did have a problem with a leaky sink that didn’t get fixed.
8.0 / 10.0
Amazing Weekend
It was the second time we've rented this house this summer and we had a blast!
10.0 / 10.0
Great Time, Peaceful Location
The property was beautiful and clean - a perfect overlook over the lake and very peaceful. It was beautiful and had all of the amenities that we would need - fire pit, dock, lounge areas in and out of house. It was incredible.
10.0 / 10.0
Absolutely great place 👍
Wonderful place we love Nolin Lake and this spot was perfect! Will definitely book again!
10.0 / 10.0
weekend get away
We had our family to meet up and just get away from all of the hustle and bustle of todays time we are in.
This lake house was just PERFECT! It was fully stocked kitchen for everything you needed.
Bedrooms were great also.
Only down fall to this, was the full bath options..... for a large family that this will hold..
only 1 full bath it was a little tight at times for showers or bath.....but it all worked out!
we appreciate the half bath....:)
10.0 / 10.0
Best spot on nolin.
Enjoyed. Thanks.
10.0 / 10.0
Wonderful Comfortable and Relaxing
WOW... what a spot to relax and enjoy the comforts inside and the unbelievable views outside....peaceful, quiet and perfect for a get away.. love all the spaces to gather.. the "beach with fire pit" is the best afternoon nap spot. We will be back
10.0 / 10.0
Perfect spot to boat and enjoy the lake
Brought my boat for the trip and kept it at one of the two brand new slips provided. Great time on the water and even better time in the house and on the multiple decks... we watched movies and relaxed in the amazing sectional in the basement, played corn hole (provided) on the lower deck, used fire pit (fire wood provided) in the sand beach off the back door, watched boats go by from the upper deck and the sunsets from the driveway .. the most beautiful thing to behold. Kids enjoyed air hockey and video games in their loft. Overall couldn't ask for a better vacation spot. Don't forget to sign the wall!
10.0 / 10.0
Great view.
This place was great. We will be back. I am tempted to give it a bad review so others don’t book it in weeks that we may be interested, but that wouldn’t be fair to the owners who were clearly so thoughtful in their preparation of the property.
10.0 / 10.0
Perfect getaway
That view! We had a blast. The kitchen was fully stocked, the furniture was comfortable. We enjoyed the porch for hours and hours. The loft area had plenty to occupy the kids & the fire pit was perfect for a cool evening. We visit Nolin often but this was by far the best space for our family. We are already in talks to book again!
10.0 / 10.0
We will be back!
We decided to do a 3 day weekend trip to the lake and with 4 adults and 5 kids (13, 12, 10, 9, and 6). This place was perfect! The kids loft area was great for all of the kids with the 8 person bunk bed setup...extra bonus was all of the games in the loft area, including two mini arcade games! The kitchen was stocked with everything you need, including seasonings and zip-lock bags...which both were needed. The two living rooms were ideal for the kids and adults, the basement couch was really comfy! The bedrooms were great being in the basement allowing for some good deep sleep. Lastly the double decks and their views were absolutely stunning. This is where the adults spent all of their time. Extra bonus the fire pit area with ample firewood and a sand surface. The property owners have thought about everything, lighters, blankets for outside, rocking chairs, etc. The only slight negative was the walk to the lake and dock was a little long with the kids but the property owners have recently put in new steps down to the lake that make it feel safe and sturdy. Highly recommend this property for a family or two.
10.0 / 10.0
Great quick getaway
Nice location, clean property, quiet and plenty to do. Would definitely book again.
10.0 / 10.0
Amazing view!
What a beautiful view! The cabin was perfect for a sweet getaway! Kids loved the game room and bunk beds! We enjoyed the fire pit outside and watched a sunset! I would definitely stay here again.
8.0 / 10.0
Great House with a View
House was clean and had everything you could need.
8.0 / 10.0
Good overall.
When we got to the property there was no water. We called and emailed the number listed as the manager several times. They didn’t respond until after 9:00pm. In the mean time we went to the store to buy gallon jugs of water to flush the toilets and wash hands. The dock at the water is completely inaccessible. Overall the cabin was very clean and spacious. It is laid out very nice for multiple families. Having one shower was fine since all our kids are mostly young boys but could be difficult for some families. We loved that the kitchen was FULLY stocked and everything was in great shape!! All the TVs were smart TVs so it was very nice to be able to log into all our apps. Things we would like to have know and others may want to know BEFORE getting to property:
Grocery store is 30 minutes away so you may want to stop on the way in. You are in a dry county so get things before coming to town! Mammoth caves are over 30 minutes so plan accordingly. We would definitely recommend this property to others.
10.0 / 10.0
Absolutely Top Notch and 5-Star!!! This was by far our best Vaca rental yet!
This is the one and only place where the the property was actually twice the size than it looked online and they supplied all the little comforts of home that made it feel like a home and not a hotel.. We all really appreciated the little things. The attention to detail of things like several different types of coffee, creamer, sugar. The kitchen was filled with so many varieties of seasonings, and cooking ascessories. It even had everything supplied for making Smores over the outside fire pit! Absolutely loved the down stairs couch, the comfiest couch ever!. We can't wait to rebook this place in the summer and bring our jet skis!
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Nolin Lake?
The average price for a rental in Nolin Lake is $385 per night. This rental is $464 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Lakefront Retreat w/ Views, Near Mammoth Cave!. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Lakefront Retreat w/ Views, Near Mammoth Cave! pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Lakefront Retreat w/ Views, Near Mammoth Cave!?
We found 10 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, and parking.
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