Rough River Lake House at Cedar Cove
House in Rough River Lake, KY
10 guests · 3 bedrooms · 3 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
About this house rental
The Cedar Cove house is just that, a beautiful cove on Rough River Lake. Many close by restaurants. Only one miles away you'll have access to Rough River State Park lodge with dinning ,music and activities. A Marina for boat rentals and boat ramps is available. Lafayette Golf Course an 18 hole course with a total of 72 par and the distances range from 4200 - 6900 yards. Open to the public. Soft spikes are only permitted on the course. Restaurant and catering available. (270) 879-3115 · Fallsofroughresort.com.
Sit on the deck and enjoy watching the kids swimming in the lake. Relax in the evenings roasting marshmallows at the fire pit. Early mornings on the screened porch is a guest favorite.
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The spaced
Easy access from the street to the main level of the house. Also a gentle slope to the water. There is a fully functional kitchen with most all kitchen ware. Efficient open concept kitchen and living room. Master bedroom on main level with a shared Master bath to the hallway. Upstairs has 2 more bedrooms and a half bath. The lower level has a family room with 3 reclining chairs, large screen TV and full bath. French doors leading to the larger deck from this level. It has a gas grill, griddle, 2 tables and multiple chairs for plenty of seating. Floatation devices some adult life jackets and 2 kayaks available. Best of all no steep steps to the water. So, come enjoy our place winter or summer.
Guest access
Whole house
Interaction with guests
Can have someone come by if issues arise.
Other things to note
**Please note that the Corp of Engineers does not allow guests the use of the dock. There is a bank that boats can be banked in front of the house on the lake side for loading and unloading. State park Marina 1 mile away has low cost boat slips that you may rent by the day. It is however first come first serve.
Lake levels reduce in cold months, a great time to hike and explore the lake bottom.
*** 5/13/23 I wanted to make guest aware that lake levels this year will be 5 feet lower due to Dam Repairs. Swimming and fishing should still be great fun and launching a boat at the ramp at state park will still be available. We hope to move our docks up the shore for better access to the water while the repairs are in process.
Sit on the deck and enjoy watching the kids swimming in the lake. Relax in the evenings roasting marshmallows at the fire pit. Early mornings on the screened porch is a guest favorite.
More information
The spaced
Easy access from the street to the main level of the house. Also a gentle slope to the water. There is a fully functional kitchen with most all kitchen ware. Efficient open concept kitchen and living room. Master bedroom on main level with a shared Master bath to the hallway. Upstairs has 2 more bedrooms and a half bath. The lower level has a family room with 3 reclining chairs, large screen TV and full bath. French doors leading to the larger deck from this level. It has a gas grill, griddle, 2 tables and multiple chairs for plenty of seating. Floatation devices some adult life jackets and 2 kayaks available. Best of all no steep steps to the water. So, come enjoy our place winter or summer.
Guest access
Whole house
Interaction with guests
Can have someone come by if issues arise.
Other things to note
**Please note that the Corp of Engineers does not allow guests the use of the dock. There is a bank that boats can be banked in front of the house on the lake side for loading and unloading. State park Marina 1 mile away has low cost boat slips that you may rent by the day. It is however first come first serve.
Lake levels reduce in cold months, a great time to hike and explore the lake bottom.
*** 5/13/23 I wanted to make guest aware that lake levels this year will be 5 feet lower due to Dam Repairs. Swimming and fishing should still be great fun and launching a boat at the ramp at state park will still be available. We hope to move our docks up the shore for better access to the water while the repairs are in process.
Amenities
Air conditioner
Pets allowed
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Garden
Map of Rough River Lake, KY
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Reviews
10.0
Perfect location!!! We loved the house and the closeness to the lake with dock. Very spacious and very clean. The owner went way over and beyond for us and was easy to get ahold of. We are hoping this house will be our new house for Labor Day weekend!!! Thank you!
10.0
My family had a great time! The place is clean and in a great location on the lake. The walk from the house to the dock is easy. We have been coming here for 3 years and will be back again next summer!
10.0
We didn’t get to use the house much or even walk down to the lake. We mostly had coffee in the morning and just slept there because we were busy at our cousin’s house and the state park for our annual family reunion. The house was perfect for the 4 of us and we didn’t even need one bedroom or the downstairs. We would stay again!
8.0
Nice screened in porch. Easy slope to water. well equipped small kitchen. We brought our boat and tied up with no problem. The State ramp is nearby. state dock/fuel nearby. We had a nice stay. Had a good meal at nearby Big Mouths restaurant.
This is listed as a non-smoking property, however, the home had a very very very very strong weed odor which was a bit offensive. One of us also had an allergic reaction to a blanket with probable animal dander. There is a firepit, but no firewood. The parking is limited. All in all, We spent most of our time on the lake and had a great time.
8.0
Nice property on the lake.
10.0
We really liked staying at this property! We stayed over the week of Thanksgiving to attend dinner at the home of nearby family. We had 6 adults and 2 teens ranging 12-80 and there was adequate space for everyone. It was also easily accessible for 3 seniors, one of which is completely blind. The house is extremely clean, well furnished, and has comfortable bedding and a well-stocked kitchen. The 3 levels gave us all space. I can see that this would be a fantastic place for a summer stay with the outdoor spaces and the lake. However, the house doesn't have hot tub as the listing states and the owner requests that you take showers, not baths, even though it does have a tub. The only negative for me was the lack of transparency about having to conserve water due to there being a septic or black water tank. I feel like this should be clearly stated in the listing. I have never encountered this in renting homes many places, including drought states, like California. We only stayed 4 nights in November, so it wasn't a problem for us. However, if I were planning to stay there a week in the summer I would expect to be able to do a couple loads of laundry per day of towels and swimsuits for hygienic purposes. The listing states there is a washer and dryer, but doesn't mention that personal laundry is limited. I only found that out after booking. For a long weekend or if you don't mind the water limitations this is an outstanding,fantastic rental. I would definitely stay there again!
10.0
We come to the same house for the last 4 years. We love it and it feels like our second home
8.0
Location
10.0
3rd time we have stayed here. Great place, great owner, great location.
10.0
This was the perfect house for three generations traveling together. The location was great, with its access to the lake. We enjoyed taking out the provided kayaks, making s’mores in the fire pit, and relaxing on the screened in porch.
10.0
We loved this house and property, plenty of room for four adults and three children. We swam in the water right off the property and also in the nearby beach. The kids enjoyed making smores in the fire pit and catching frogs. Our stay was very fun, relaxing and quiet.
10.0
Our family had a great time. We kayaked, hung out around the fire, and enjoyed playing cards in the screened in porch. The house was clean and had everything we needed. A great place to relax.
10.0
Fantastic place and location. This was exactly what my family was looking for in a weekend trip to the lake.
We are already checking our schedule for a return trip.
10.0
My spouse and I, and my parents, had a wonderful Thanksgiving stay. Comfortable and clean, with everything we needed.
10.0
The house was perfect for us - there was nothing that we needed that wasn't there. PERFECT
10.0
Had a great time
10.0
The property was perfect! It was very clean and exactly what we needed! The listing describes it perfectly.
10.0
Everything was great. The only surprise was the water restriction. We are a family of 10 and did the best we could. Limited showers, no personal laundry, full dishwasher, and limited flushing. Otherwise it was great. Clean when arrived and we left clean as well. Easy boat rental and friendly neighborhood.
10.0
It was as advertised. We enjoyed it and would go back.
8.0
Had a great time with family and friends. Loved location on lake. Enjoyed cayakinh. Would do it again!
10.0
Family fun
Great place for family fun. we enjoyed eating together on the back porch and the kids enjoyed swimming off the dock. The TV selection of movies was great….all round 5 stars.
10.0
Great get away for a family and friends trip
Great place had a ton of family fun.
10.0
Camp
Been at the same house for at least 6 years. Very happy with the house and location
10.0
Quiet Area
Nice location & area to spend time with family ❤
10.0
Roasting Marshmallows!
We are a repeat group. Love the screened in back porch and the fire pit. Our sister kayaked around the bend and saw lots of the area. The house is clean and we have plenty of room to spread out. We like the house, decorated really cute. It is not hard to get to and pretty central to the lake and Leitchfield. Our Hostess is always wonderful to work with. Looking to forward to 2022 season!!!!
10.0
A Gathering in the Woods
The house was perfect! The main point was the screened in back porch off of the kitchen. What a wonderful place for coffee in the morning and dinner in the evening. The house was clean and well equipped. Having the view of the lake was nice. I would suggest this house to anyone wanting a relaxing time and gorgeous views.
6.0
Family Vacay
The owner was very nice and quick to respond to any questions.
Unfortunately the house was not as expected:(
The cleanliness was very poor and the beds were terribly uncomfortable!
The refrigerator was left with unsealed items from a previous renter .
I would not recommend for a family stay :(
10.0
Stressfree
We loved every minute and I hope to come stay again I recommend the lake house
10.0
Cousin reunion.
The house was well equipped.
Loved the location and the easy access to the lake.
Lots of water toys to play with.
However, it rained when we had the time to enjoy them.
Would book the home again.
10.0
Hooks Reunion
This lake house was exactley what we needed for our famy reunion! Beautifully decorated, clean and on the water. Only negative is the lack of hot water for 6 adults.
10.0
Great place
We loved every part of this property. Will definitely be back!
8.0
Vacation at the lake
I really enjoy this rental. The boat dock is very accessible. The back porch is my favorite in the mornings & evenings. I would like a shower upstairs. Other than that it’s great
10.0
Cozy, Cute Lake House
Awesome vacation rental! The property accesses the lake and a dock; although the water level was high, so there was a "fudged" dock to the actual dock that might not be safe for some, saw a man fall in--he was fine, just embarrassed. There is a slope from the house to the lake, but it's not terribly steep--really one of the best settings on the lake as far as the slope. Sleep space was fine--toilet on each floor (yay). Little indoor dining space; plenty of dining space outside and on porch--worked for us in the beautiful weather; could be iffy for larger group in cold months. Screened-in porch is awesome. We had not brought firewood--there is a fire ring; but we found no wood provided, and no ax to chop felled wood we might have used instead. Because only a couple of paths were mowed to the shore, shoreline access limited. I had hoped to fish from the north side of the point, but it looked like you'd have to walk on other owners' properties--I did not feel comfortable doing that; a bit disappointing since I also did not feel comfortable going on the dock over "fudged" ramp; so I settled for bank-fishing only in the cove. It was a bummer the state lodge-though open-is still not allowing people to swim at the beach. But we were able to swim at the rental, and the kids really liked jumping in off the dock--a sturdy ladder on the dock makes getting back out of the water easy--docks not electrified, so no safety concern. Google maps shows a gas station fairly close, but this place does not appear to be open, so plan on your last place to get gas, milk, bread, etc.at the Dollar General at Short Creek about 7 miles away or the DG at Axtel. This is one of the best-decorated vacation homes we've ever stayed in. Everywhere you look you find another touch of charm. Footprint is tight, but the layout makes the most of the space available. Having the plastic canoes provided (open kayaks) was fantastic--the kids really enjoyed those; and there was a good collection of life vests and float boards. I heard a wish there would have been kids' books. Don't recall seeing board games, maybe missed 'em. Downstairs TV is great! It's a rural property; water and septic rules some might find off-putting. We are rural folk ourselves, so no problem for us--but this is not the place for long showers or frequent soaks in a full tub. AC great. A little hard to open the door at first. Overall, loved it. Hope to return.
10.0
Clean and great location.
We had a wonderful stay and owner was very responsive to all questions. Plenty of room for kids to play and the boat dock was so convenient and easy to access, unlike many at rough river. Def be staying here again.
10.0
Home away from home.
Great get away to relax, spend time with family and make memories. Had everything we needed. Thank you Paula for sharing your home.
10.0
Relaxing Weekend
The home was clean and well maintained. We had plenty of room to spread out. The beds were comfortable. Had everything we needed kitchen wise. The screened in porch was our favorite place. We voted to stay here again! Easy to get to and centrally located to everything. Paula is a wonderful hostess!!! Thanks for sharing your home with us!!!! Susan
10.0
Fishing and fun!
Loved our trip. We went for my brother's birthday and took our 83 year old father to fish. We had some luck and Dad caught the big one! I caught the first and my personal biggest. Went kayaking a bit and enjoyed the fireplace in the evenings! One issue was steeper hill to climb than I thought and it was very hard on Dad! Refrigerator needed cleaning. Other than that wonderful host, location and home!
10.0
Cleanest VRBO we’ve ever stayed in.
As the title says, it was easily the cleanest vrbo we’ve ever stayed In. If getting away from the busy streets is what you’re after this is the place to stay.
10.0
Great location!
We really enjoyed our stay. Loved the location and the house is well furnished and equipped.
10.0
Lake view
We loved being able to walk down to the lake to fish. . Property was very clean. Nicely decorated. We’d stay there again for sure!
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Rough River Lake?
The average price for a rental in Rough River Lake is $348 per night. This rental is $53 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Rough River Lake House at Cedar Cove. 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 Rough River Lake House at Cedar Cove pet friendly?
Yes! This house is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.
What amenities are available at Rough River Lake House at Cedar Cove?
We found 11 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and fireplace.
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