Where are you heading on your next Kentucky getaway? Have you considered staying in a unique geodesic dome? Geodesic domes are glamping structures constructed of triangular panels that offer beautiful views of the outdoors. There are several of these exceptional Airbnbs in Kentucky. I can’t wait to book one for my next adventure in the Bluegrass State.
1. My Old Kentucky Dome - Mount Washington
Perfectly perched on an overlook in Mount Washington, Kentucky, My Old Kentucky Dome gives guests breathtaking views of the surrounding Bullitt County landscapes. The dome provides a private experience with conveniences, including heat, air conditioning, and a full bathroom. A private hot tub outside the dome allows guests to relax and enjoy the landscape views.
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The dome can accommodate up to four people and has a king and a double bed.
The king bed is on the main level, while the double bed is in a loft. Wouldn’t you love to wake up to this view?
The dome has a kitchenette equipped with a sink, coffeemaker, microwave, and mini fridge.
Guests can also access a Blackstone griddle, which is perfect for cooking meals outdoors. The covered patio and dining area invite guests outside the dome and into the fresh air... and hot tub time!
For more information and availability, check out the Airbnb listing for My Old Kentucky Dome.
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2. Home Sweet Dome - Wolfe County
Situated on a two-story deck, Home Sweet Dome is an authentic treehouse with the perfect placement for soaking in nature. A creek runs just behind the dome, providing the soothing sounds of moving water. Red River Gorge, known for fantastic hiking and rock climbing, is nearby.
Inside the geodesic dome are two bedrooms with space for up to six people to sleep.
The dome has Wi-Fi, electricity, running water, heat, and air conditioning. Guests also have access to an HDTV and an in-unit washer and dryer.
The geodesic dome Airbnb is located on 26 acres of woods.
Guests have access to nearby Spirit Lake, where they can canoe, kayak, and fish. They can enjoy a private hot tub on top of the deck and hammocks hanging underneath it, both ideal spots for unwinding in nature. To review more information and availability of Home Sweet Dome, visit the property's Airbnb listing.
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3. Turtle Dome Treehouse - Campton
Turtle Dome Treehouse is a private geodesic dome within a network of other domes connected by suspension bridges called Dome Town. Guests share communal water and lounge domes with the renters of two other sleeping domes. The Airbnb is in Campton, Kentucky, near Red River Gorge and Natural Bridge State Park.
The geodesic dome Airbnb has one queen-sized bed and comfortably sleeps two people.
Are you ready to plan a weekend getaway to a geodesic dome Airbnb? These exceptional Airbnbs in Kentucky are perfect for a relaxing glamping experience.
Kentucky is a truly magnificent state with so many beautiful places to explore and experience. While we're all about lacing up our shoes and taking a day hike, we're also big fans of a good, old-fashioned cabin getaway. Located in some of the loveliest regions of the state and full of cozy amenities and rustic charm, here are the best cabins in Kentucky for every budget:
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Affordable Cabins in Kentucky
Enjoy the best of the Bluegrass State without breaking the bank when you check into one of these adorable *and* affordable cabins in Kentucky:
1. Maco's Mountain Resort Jackson
Address: Breathitt County, KY
Size: This cabin has one bedroom and one bathroom and can accommodate up to four guests.
Price: $149/night.
Amenities: This cabin features a Dish Satellite TV, outdoor grill, private hot tub, Wi-Fi, and a secluded location.
Get away from it all at Maco's Mountain Resort, a well-appointed little cabin in Appalachia and Eastern Kentucky. Leave your worries behind you as you turn the key in this two-bedroom, one-bathroom, cabin situated far enough from the hustle and bustle of everyday life that all you hear is nature, yet close enough to some of the best outdoor recreation in Kentucky.
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2. Hillside Loft Cabin, Campton
Address: Campton, KY
Size: This 650 sq. ft. cabin has one bedroom and one bathroom and can accommodate up to two guests.
Price: $142/night.
Amenities: This cabin features a hot tub, secluded location, Direct TV, heating, and Master Loft with a California King bed.
The Hillside Loft Cabin is a true hidden gem that's not only incredibly affordable but also impossibly charming and cozy. Just a short drive (15 - 20 minutes) from the Red River Gorge and Natural Bridge State Park, this cabin is centrally located to the area's best attractions and restaurants -- though with its full kitchen and cozy digs, we wouldn't blame you for staying in and enjoying all this cabin has to offer!
3. Quiet Creek Cabin, Frenchburg
Address: Frenchburg, KY
Size: With two bedrooms and one bathroom, this cool cozy cabin can accommodate up to six guests.
Price: $105/night.
Amenities: Enjoy a relaxing getaway with mountain views, a private patio, fire pit, BBQ grill, outdoor seating area, board games and corn hole boards, and a fully-equipped spacious kitchen. It's pet-friendly too!
If you thought you needed to spend a fortune to enjoy cabin getaways in Kentucky, this amazing rental will change your mind. Escape to Kentucky's Daniel Boone National Forest and the stunning Red River Gorge for a fun family vacation. The interior of this cabin is light and bright and feels like a little slice of luxury. The backyard is set up for evenings by the fire with a back porch for grilling, and corn hole boards for a high-spirited game before dinner.
Luxury Cabins in Kentucky
Looking to revel in the lap of luxury? These luxury cabins in Kentucky have everything you need for total R&R!
4. The Kentucky Kajun
Address: Barren River Lake, KY
Size: This cabin has five bedrooms and four bathrooms and can accommodate up to 14 (!) guests.
Price: $338/night.
Amenities: This cabin features a hot tub, lakefront location, five bedrooms, four full bathrooms, two master suites, gourmet kitchen, flat-screen TV, and so much more.
You'll fall in love with the Kentucky Kajun before even setting foot inside its doors. This stunning log cabin is nestled on the shores of the beautiful Barren River Lake and features amazing outdoor amenities sure to have you swooning over our state's natural beauty.
5. Enchanted Forest Luxury Cabin
Address: Hardin County, KY
Size: This cabin has four bedrooms and four bathrooms and can accommodate up to 10 guests.
Price: $829/night.
Amenities: This cabin features high-end appliances, a pool and hot tub, private lake, home theatre, and so much more.
The Enchanted Forest Luxury Cabin certainly lives up to its name. Situated on 200 secluded acres complete with a private lake, you'll be surrounded by peak Bluegrass beauty in this cabin. Though, with posh amenities like a home theatre and pool *and* hot tub, you might never want to step foot outside this stunning luxury cabin!
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Romantic Cabins in Kentucky
There's something so wonderfully romantic about a cabin in Kentucky, and these cabins are sure to make you swoon -- for your special someone *and* the beautiful Bluegrass State!
6. Wooded Retreat Near Red River Gorge
Address: Slade, KY
Size: 1 bedroom, sleeps two people.
Price: $195/night
Amenities: Hot tub, washer and dryer, full kitchen, grill, Wi-Fi, linens and towels, fireplace, games, television, air conditioning, heating, pet friendly
The natural beauty of Red River Gorge is right on your doorstep in this cozy, lovely cabin built for two. This is a very secluded location where you’ll see millions of stars at night as you soak in the hot tub. A spacious king-sized bed is available and there are many huge windows giving you an unfettered view of the gorgeous surroundings.
7. Private Red River Gorge Retreat
Address: Red River Gorge, KY
Size: This cabin has four bedrooms and two bathrooms.
Price: $327/night.
Amenities: This cabin features a hot tub, chef's kitchen, game room, high-end technology, and so much more.
Escape to Red River Gorge with your sweetie in this adorable cabin in the woods. With its secluded location, hot tub, and game room, this cabin is a fun retreat for couples looking to reconnect and experience all this area has to offer.
8. Boo Bear Lakeside Cabin
Address: Beattyville, KY
Size: 1 bedroom, sleeps two people, 1 bathroom
Price: $196/night
Amenities: Hot tub, outdoor pool, full kitchen, grill, washer and dryer, Wi-Fi, linens and towels, DVD player, air conditioning, heating
Get away from it all in a beautiful cabin at the edge of Bear Track Lake that’s rustic on the outside but modern on the inside. It is comfortably furnished and the owners have put a decade of experience into outfitting this cabin to make it a dream stay.
Secluded Cabins in Kentucky
You don't have to go too far to get away from it all here in Kentucky. With some truly resplendent wilderness areas and unexplored regions, these secluded cabins in Kentucky are sure to help calm your busy mind!
9. Secluded Yatesville Lake Cabin
Address: Yatesville Lake, KY
Size: This 1,400 sq. ft. cabin has two bedrooms and two bathrooms and can accommodate up to seven guests.
Price: $161/night.
Amenities: This cabin features a hot tub, secluded location, stone fireplace, gorgeous porches, and so much more.
Boone's Hideout is certainly befitting of its namesake, as this cabin truly embraces the rugged splendor of the Bluegrass State. Custom woodworking and an outdoor hot tub make this cabin incredibly cozy -- so cozy, in fact, that you might never want to leave!
11. Seclusion Cabin, Stanton
Address: Stanton, KY
Size: This hand-crafted cabin has two bedrooms and 1.5 bathrooms and can accommodate up to four guests.
Price: $385/night.
Amenities: This treehouse cabin features a hot tub overlooking the Red River Gorge, a luxurious double head walk-in shower, a fire pit with seating for eight, a koi pond, and many more hidden gems.
This absolutely amazing cabin was hand-crafted over six years as a passion project. The cool treehouse room is a fun spot the kids will fall in love with, the koi pond is a zen-like oasis, and the observatory tower gives you an incredible view of the Red River Gorge. The luxury walk-in shower with a multi-head system can be a retreat for two or a little solo pampering as you wake up in the morning. Every feature is designed to impress and give you a unique experience that will create memories that last a lifetime. This is truly one of the best cabin Airbnbs in Kentucky.
Cabins in Kentucky with Hot Tub
The only thing that can make a cabin in Kentucky better is the addition of a soothing, steamy hot tub. Soak up the good life when you book one of these cabins in Kentucky with a hot tub!
12. Cozy Canopy Cabin in Red River Gorge
Address: Red River Gorge, KY
Size: This 864 sq. ft. cabin has two bedrooms and one full bathroom and can accommodate up to five guests.
Price: $151/night.
Amenities: This cabin features Wi-Fi, smart TV, fully equipped kitchen, charcoal grill, covered deck, and outdoor hot tub.
Providing "luxury" and "affordable" are not mutually exclusive, this Cozy Canopy Cabin in Red River Gorge is the ultimate getaway. With room for five and lots of cozy features, this is the perfect "home base" for a family getaway in RRG!
13. Bourbon Country Escape
Address: Bardstown, KY
Size: 1 bedroom, sleeps two people.
Price: $136/night
Amenities: Hot tub, washer and dryer, full kitchen, grill, fire pit, Wi-Fi, towels, fireplace, smart TV, air conditioning, heating
This cozy cabin is minutes away from several whiskey distilleries and is surrounded by farmland, making it an idyllic getaway for two. Sip some of Kentucky’s best while gazing at the night sky in the hot tub. Cook up some Kentucky barbecue on the grill and roast marshmallows at the firepit. A perfect weekend!
14. Golden Pond Resort
Address: Monticello, KY
Size: 2 bedrooms, sleeps 6 people, 1 bathroom
Price: $131/night
Amenities: Hot tub, outdoor pool, fishing deck, tennis, golf, washer and dryer, full kitchen, grill, fire pit, Wi-Fi, linens and towels, fireplace, smart TV, air conditioning, heating
Enjoy lush nature while being within walking distance of the Cumberland River at this comfortable cabin with a vast array of amenities and activities. You get your own hot tub and there’s a shared outdoor pool, golf course, and tennis court. You can even fish from your deck. What a fun getaway!
Whichever cabin rental in Kentucky you choose, rest assured you will have a wonderful time. How can you not, when surrounded by our beautiful Kentucky and all of Mother Nature’s glory? Whether you choose lakeside or woodlands as an escape from city life, you will find yourself wishing you never had to leave. These are just a few of the best cabins in Kentucky. Please let us know your favorite quiet retreats in the comments!
Sometimes, the best vacation rentals take us out of our typical environments and put us somewhere totally different. Whether it's a downtown loft, a renovated train caboose, or a forest treehouse, accommodations in unique places can transform any getaway. I enjoy finding unique accommodations that still have all the luxuries for a comfortable stay. Pony Point is a small-town Airbnb in Kentucky that is unlike any other.
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The Airbnb is a second-floor apartment over a barn in Georgetown, Kentucky.
The apartment is part of Pine Knoll Farm, a beautiful working horse farm. Guests can enjoy stunning horse farm views and the peaceful surroundings during their stay.
The Peace Ponies, a group of miniature horses noted for their calm and playful demeanors, live in the barn below the Airbnb.
Guests can sit on an interior balcony and look down on the horses in their stalls. Wouldn't you love to have a cup of coffee or tea while relaxing and watching the horses?
The barn Airbnb has three bedrooms and accommodates up to eight people.
The first bedroom has a king-sized bed and ensuite bathroom, while the second has a queen-sized bed and ensuite bathroom. The apartment has an updated but traditional style, with old metal ceilings and traditional English furniture and decor.
The Airbnb is family-friendly and accommodates children.
The third bedroom has four twin beds and an additional ensuite bathroom. The Airbnb hosts also provide board games for families to enjoy during their stay.
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The apartment offers an incredible array of amenities. It has a washer and dryer, room-darkening shades, a safe, television, heat, air conditioning, and Wi-Fi.
The kitchen is well-equipped with a stove, refrigerator, dishwasher, and coffee maker. There are indoor and outdoor dining areas to enjoy. Perhaps most impressive are the stunning views of a lake, garden, and valley.
Midway, a small Kentucky town with great restaurants, is about five minutes away. A 12-minute drive gets visitors to the Kentucky Horse Park, and a 25-minute drive takes them to Keeneland.
Have you stayed in a small-town Airbnb in Kentucky? Did you enjoy it?
Georgetown is a charming small town that is a fantastic day trip destination. It has several excellent restaurants, including Fava's Restaurant, the oldest eatery in Kentucky Horse Country. Rodney's On Broadway is a great spot for an intimate meal.