Historic Simmons Estate - Sleeps 22 - Near Ark

9.6 / 10.0

Outstanding(19 Ratings)

House in Williamstown, KY

22 guests · 7 bedrooms · 5 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind

Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner and more

About this house rental

Summary:
Discover your ideal vacation home near the Ark Encounter in Williamstown. This large, historic home sits on 5 peaceful acres with disc golf and walking trails, perfect for outdoor lovers. It's handicap accessible and offers ample space for large groups. Walk to local restaurants, boutique shops, and family-friendly spots like Miffytown, or unwind by the fire after a day at the Ark Encounter. Create lasting memories in this serene, well-located retreat.

The Space:
Experience the perfect blend of historic charm and modern luxury at our beautifully renovated home, originally built in 1873. With 6 bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms, and sleeping up to 22 guests, this spacious residence is ideal for large families and church groups. The 2 fully stocked custom gourmet kitchens feature granite countertops and stainless steel appliances, and every bedroom and kitchen is equipped with a smart TV with premium cable. Enjoy family movie nights in the surround sound theater, relive your childhood in the "Arcade" corner, or stargaze on the deck at night. Plus, the spacious backyard has 2 disk golf baskets for outdoor entertainment. With 2 laundry stations and 2 living rooms, this home has everything you need for a comfortable and memorable stay. Book now and create lasting memories with your loved ones!

Guest Access:
Entry is by door code. Guests have access to the entire house. Access is limited to registered guests only. Any visitors must be approved by the host and may not stay overnight.
We require all guests to sign our rental agreement and provide photo ID via the digital form before check-in instructions will be sent (Check-in info is sent 5 days prior to check-in, assuming completion of the booking agreement).

The Neighborhood:
Located near Downtown Williamstown, enjoy walking trails, disc golf, and a fishing pond on 5 acres. Less than 2 miles from the Ark Encounter, this home is ideal for Ark visitors or large groups attending events at The Josephina, Creation Museum, Bourbon Trail, or Kentucky Horse Park. Walk to downtown shops, dining, and family-friendly spots like Miffytown. Check the handbook for local brunch, coffee, and dinner recommendations!

Getting Around:
We recommend bringing your own vehicle when visiting with us. The parking lot for this home is large and can accommodate large vans/buses.

Other Things to Note:
This historic home, built in 1873 by County Attorney and Judge William T. Simmons, has undergone a massive two-year remodel to restore it to its original purpose as a residence. Throughout its lifetime, the house has been repurposed as a doctor's office, law office, and photography studio. Now, the house has been carefully restored with original features, such as exposed brick and cypress beams, while also featuring modern amenities. With its rich history and restored character, this home is the perfect place for large groups visiting Williamstown and the Ark Encounter.

We require all guests to sign our rental agreement and provide photo ID via the digital form before check-in instructions will be sent (Check-in info is sent 5 days prior to check-in, assuming completion of the booking agreement).

Amenities

Air conditioner

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Fireplace

Parking

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Dishwasher

Wheelchair accessible

Garden

Map of Williamstown, KY

Nearby attractions

Ark Encounter

2.1 mi

American Legacy Tours

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Historic Simmons Estate - Sleeps 22 - Near Ark

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9.6 / 10.0

Outstanding(19 Ratings)

House in Williamstown, KY

22 guests · 7 bedrooms · 5 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind

Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner and more

About this house rental

Amenities

Air conditioner

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Fireplace

Parking

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Dishwasher

Wheelchair accessible

Garden

Map of Williamstown, KY

Nearby attractions

Ark Encounter

2.1 mi

American Legacy Tours

Ratings and reviews

9.6 / 10.0

Outstanding(19 Ratings)

8.0 / 10.0

Jun 2024

We (13 senior adults - church group) were very pleased with the property overall. We were disappointed that the 4 twin beds listed on the site were 3 roll-away cots. Due to this some of the female guests had to share beds. Also my room was missing pillow cases and we were short a few towels. The extra towels and linens were delivered promptly.

10.0 / 10.0

May 2024

This property worked well for our group of 16. Plenty of space to spread out and enough beds for everyone. Highly recommend this property

10.0 / 10.0

Apr 2024

Great house and accomodation host! Would definitely book again :)

10.0 / 10.0

Feb 2024

We are a Bible study group, that is more like family, with ladies of varying ages and mobility abilities, and this restored, historic estate was wonderful for us!!! We greatly enjoyed our time together and we greatly appreciated the communication with the host when a minor DVD player issue came up, we also appreciated that he took the time to share a little bit about the history of the house and the area with us. We would definitely recommend this home to others!

10.0 / 10.0

Dec 2023

Our family stayed for a short weekend to visit the Ark Encounter. We were greeted by a historic home that has been remodeled beautifully. Everyone had space to move, and we really enjoyed spending time together as a family. We will definitely be suggesting this as a place for others to stay!

10.0 / 10.0

Nov 2023

We absolutely loved staying at our location! Perfect rooms and house with plenty of opportunities for everyone and plenty of options for sleeping arrangements and parking as well as great location! Close to the Ark and within range from the creation Museum! Such a great family atmosphere for all ages! Hope to be back soon with another group visit! Thank you for being so extremely thoughtful and accommodating!!

8.0 / 10.0

Oct 2023

This truly is the perfect space for large families like ours. 20 family members in one house - no problem! There was plenty of room for everyone to join together or have time to themselves. Great location if you are looking to visit THE ARK. It is right around the corner. Host was quick with responses when we reached out to confirm details. Overall this was a wonderful getaway for our family.

10.0 / 10.0

Aug 2023

Spacious and clean historic home. Short walk to downtown Williamston and less than 5 minute drive to the Ark encounter.

10.0 / 10.0

Apr 2023

I was bringing a group of teenagers and chaperones to see the ark from out of state. This location was perfect for separating the boys and girls of the group with the upper and lower floors. The large kitchen and living room was a great spot to meet and have group times together. Great communication from Jeremiah the whole time. Thanks so much!

10.0 / 10.0

Apr 2023

This property is beautiful and in a great location for visiting the Ark. We would definitely stay there again.

10.0 / 10.0

Jan 2023

Just as described! Easy access and wonderful amenities, would stay here again for sure!

8.0 / 10.0

Nov 2022

The house was very clean and comfortable for our group of 20. They could certainly add supplies to complete the house when 20 people are staying. There were only two washcloths and some paper towels in the kitchen. No dish towels or dish clothes. The kitchen pans were some type of non-stick material and very scratched. Stainless steal would be a much better option. There was not enough seating in the kitchen/dinning area to seat us all. We carried a table down from the second floor, however it was very rickety and we were nervous it would hold up. There were four twin cots, but no blankets to be found, only sheets. We found a port-a-crib in the kitchen closet, but again, no bedding. The beds were very comfortable! I meant to look at the brand for our next purchase. The location of the house was easy to get to off the expressway. The back door would not stay shut unless you used the deadbolt, it was a very windy weekend so it kept blowing open. And with kids playing outside it wasn’t convenient to keep unlocking the door for them. All in all we were happy with our stay. Although the host was not accommodating on early arrival or late departure. We even offered to pay for extra time. They did say we could extend our stay another night, but not a couple hours. I did reach out to the host while we were at the house and they responded quickly. That was nice. Our weekend was a success, however I would not use this host for the next time.

10.0 / 10.0

Oct 2022

We had a great week at this home! We were able to walk to the adorable downtown area each day and check out the different shops. The location is close to a nice park for kids and also the Ark. The home was well furnished and stocked with amenities that came in handy. We learned this too late in our stay but if you run out of anything like toilet paper or paper towels message the host and he will get those items to you. The listing does say there is a lot of acres and a pond to walk to but the small grass area is on a steep sloop and the walk to the pond is thru a dense forest area which wasn't an enjoyable walk with little ones and lots of mosquitoes so I wouldn't say it is a lot of land to have kids roam and play on. We spent most of our time at the local park or the kids played in the parking lot area (but make sure they are supervised bc it's on a busy corner.) There is an outdoor patio area with a grill that was awesome to sit and enjoy and also a patio attached to the house for the adults to enjoy in the evenings. All in all this is a fabulous property and great host! Thanks for having us.

10.0 / 10.0

Aug 2022

The size, layout, and location were perfect for our large group. Would love to stay here again.

10.0 / 10.0

Aug 2022

We brought a church group to visit the Ark Encounter and enjoy some other activities in the area and this was the perfect location to house our large group. I would definitely recommend for other groups looking for a place to stay!

10.0 / 10.0

Jul 2022

The Ark Encounter

The Ark Encounter

We brought a group of about 19 to The Ark Encounter. The house was perfect and absolutely gorgeous. We loved our stay! So close to the Ark! We will definitely recommend and come again.

10.0 / 10.0

Jul 2022

Great house for families visiting the Ark

Great house for families visiting the Ark

We loved whoever decorated the home, lots of great quotes and functionality for a family. Only recommendation I would have is to offer kitchen towels so that we don't have to use your nice white ones..other than that had a great time!

8.0 / 10.0

Jul 2022

The Ark Adventure

The Ark Adventure

Great home for a large family gathering, only minutes from The Ark Encounter. Plenty of room for everyone. Everything has been remodeled and is in good condition. The entertainment system was fantastic! There was an issue with mouse droppings, but I'm sure they will get that taken care of.

FAQs

How much does this house cost compared to others in Williamstown?

The average price for a rental in Williamstown is $278 per night. This rental is $1,035 above the average.

Is parking included with this house?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Historic Simmons Estate - Sleeps 22 - Near Ark. 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 Historic Simmons Estate - Sleeps 22 - Near Ark pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Historic Simmons Estate - Sleeps 22 - Near Ark?

We found 11 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, and parking.

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Historic Simmons Estate - Sleeps 22 - Near Ark

House in Williamstown, KY

Reasons to book

About this house rental

Amenities

Map of Williamstown, KY

Nearby attractions

Historic Simmons Estate - Sleeps 22 - Near Ark

House in Williamstown, KY

Reasons to book

About this house rental

Amenities

Map of Williamstown, KY

Nearby attractions

Ratings and reviews

FAQs

How much does this house cost compared to others in Williamstown?

Is parking included with this house?

Is there a pool at this house?

Is Historic Simmons Estate - Sleeps 22 - Near Ark pet friendly?

What amenities are available at Historic Simmons Estate - Sleeps 22 - Near Ark?

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