Unique Places to Stay in Kentucky: 10 Cool & Quirky Rentals
Discover unique and charming rental accommodations in Kentucky, ranging from treehouses to castles.
With the wide variety of attractions Kentucky offers, there are sure to be plenty of unique options for spending the night away from home. Well, there are and we rounded them up for you. From high atop a tree, to inside an old jail cell, you're sure to have an unforgettable night at these unique places to stay in Kentucky:
Treehouse Rentals in Kentucky
Who hasn’t dreamed of spending the night in a treehouse? There are some absolutely marvelous treehouses if you're looking for cool places to stay in Kentucky that are sure to take any getaway to the next level… literally!
- Address: The Canopy Crew, 340 Cave Hollow Rd., Campton, KY, 41301
- Size: This rental has 2 bedrooms and 1 half bathroom and can accommodate up to 4 guests.
- Price: Rates average between $250-$350/night, plus fees.
- Amenities: Functional kitchen, outdoor living area, pet-friendly, outdoor grill, secluded location.
- Ratings: 4.6/5 stars on Facebook
This treehouse in Kentucky is, pardon the pun, as gorgeous as it gets. Sleep, quite literally, under the stars in this epic Kentucky treehouse. It towers above the gorge and has a glass ceiling above the bed - perfect for star gazing. Although its height makes it extreme, the treehouse comes with a working sink and stove, composting toilet, and even a hammock built into the surrounding porch. This is the perfect spot to relax under the night sky after a long day of exploring the many wonders of Kentucky.
2. Amazonia
- Address: Red River Gorge, KY, 40387
- Size: This 476-sq. ft. rental has 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom and can accommodate up to 4 guests.
- Price: $226/night
- Amenities: Kitchen, dining area, balcony, pet friendly, hammock floor in the loft area.
- Ratings: 5/5 stars
Amazonia is easily one of the most unique treehouses -- and rentals -- in Kentucky. This is a place that embraces the Great Outdoors, boasting lots of unique nooks and crannies, a hammock, fire pit, "party patio," outdoor shower, and more!
Tiny Home Rentals in Kentucky
Tiny house living is a wonderful way to simplify and lower your carbon footprint. If you’ve ever been curious to dip your toes into the tiny lifestyle, these tiny homes are some of the most fun places to stay in Kentucky and are a great place to start!
3. Paducah Tiny Cabin
- Address: Paducah, KY
- Size: This 1,050 sq. ft. rental has 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom and can accommodate up to 8 guests.
- Price: $222/night
- Amenities: Full kitchen, beautiful outdoor patio with a gas grill, washer/dryer, convenient location.
- Ratings: 4.9/5 stars
This tiny house in Paducah is big on charm. This cozy rental is peak rustic luxury set on 15 acres just 13 miles from town! Of course, with its cozy front porch and delightful amenities, we wouldn't blame you for hunkering down and enjoying a quiet staycation in this tiny house!
4. Pine Point Tiny Cabin in Red River Gorge
- Address: Red River Gorge, KY
- Size: This rental has 1 bedroom and 2 bathrooms (one full and one half) and can accommodate up to 2 guests *and* 2 dogs!
- Price: $166/night
- Amenities: Amenities include a fully equipped kitchen (Standard coffee pot, coffee grinder, blender, microwave), fiber Wi-Fi, flat-screen TV (Roku Only) with DVD player, charcoal grill, electric fireplace, screened-in porch, covered deck w/ outdoor furniture, fire pit, and more.
- Ratings: 4.9/5 stars
Nestled in the resplendent Red River Gorge, Pine Point is a tiny house that boasts big, beautiful views. Close to several waterfalls and wondrous woodlands, this cabin accommodates two people and up to two pups, making for a fun couple's getaway in Kentucky!
Farm Houses for Rent in Kentucky
Kentucky has caves and canyons, yes, but the state is also known for its expansive, picture-perfect, rolling farmland. And dotted across the bucolic landscape of the Bluegrass State, you’ll discover lots of charming farmhouses for rent in Kentucky.
5. Renovated Train Station Farmhouse
- Address: This farmhouse is located right off Paris Pike in Lexington, KY. Exact address is available upon booking.
- Size: This rental has 2 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms and can accommodate up to 4 guests.
- Price: $225/night
- Amenities: This former train-station-turned VRBO has its historic hardwood floors, 12' ceilings, and ornate molding, with modern features like Internet, AC/Heating, Washer/Dryer, and more.
- Ratings: 5/5 stars
This farmhouse VRBO just outside of Lexington will make your horse-and-history-loving heart go pitter-patter. Once upon a time, Hutchison Station was part of the L&N railroad system; today, this VRBO retails much of its original features and is surrounded by some of the most beautiful bucolic landscape in Kentucky Horse Country.
6. Horse Farm Hideaway
- Address: Lexington, KY
- Size: This cozy farmhouse has 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom and can accommodate up to 4 guests.
- Price: $185/night
- Amenities: Close proximity to area attractions, including the Kentucky Horse Park, wood-burning stove, flat-screen TV, full kitchen, and beautiful scenery.
- Ratings: 4.9/5 stars
Horse Farm Hideaway is the epitome of a "farmhouse" rental in Kentucky. This cozy cottage is located on a real horse farm in Lexington, Kentucky and although it's just minutes from several popular Bluegrass State attractions, it feels worlds away from everything!
Mansions for Rent in Kentucky
Are you looking to enjoy a night or two in the lap of luxury? These mansions for rent in Kentucky offer pure luxury for guests:
7. Red River Gorge Luxury Cabin
- Address: Red River Gorge, KY
- Size: This 2,600 sq. ft. cabin has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms and can accommodate up to 14 guests.
- Price: $275/night
- Amenities: This luxury cabin has an epic game room, chef's kitchen, hot tub, and more -- and is surprisingly affordable, too!
- Ratings: 4.8/5 stars
Mansion, but make it Red River Gorge. This is the magnificent marriage that awaits you when you book an escape at this Red River Gorge Luxury Cabin. This expansive cabin's amenities are certainly something to celebrate, but its best asset is its location, which provides picture-perfect panoramas of this resplendent region.
8. The Reserve
- Address: Jessamine County, KY
- Size: This luxury mansion/estate has 9 bedrooms and 9 bathrooms (8 full and 1 half-bath) and can accommodate up to 40 (!!) guests.
- Price: $830/night
- Amenities: Massive inground pool that's heated and open all year long, decked-out recreation area featuring a custom granite and stone bar, full-sized pool table, shuffleboard table, poker and foosball tables, and an adjacent 20-seat movie theater, chef's kitchen, high-end technology... the list goes on (and on!).
- Ratings: 5/5 stars
When you picture a mansion in the hills of the Bluegrass State, The Reserve is it. At 12,700 square feet and with nine bedrooms and eight full baths plus a rec room, movie theatre, heated pool *and* hot tub, this is the kind of opulent, decadent, treat-yourself kind of accommodation for your bucket list.
Castles for Rent in Kentucky
You don’t have to be royalty to, well, live like royalty. Simply book one of these castles for rent in Kentucky, and be prepared for the royal treatment! These are some of the most unique rentals in Kentucky.
9. Ashland Castle
- Address: Ashland, KY (exact location provided after booking)
- Size: This beautiful home has 5 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms and can accommodate up to 12 guests.
- Price: $265/night
- Amenities: Historic details such as ornate woodwork and beautiful stained glass windows, large kitchen, three floors of living space, indoor fireplace, and glorious wrap-around porch *and* private balcony!
- Ratings: 4.9/5 stars
If you're hoping to spend the night in a castle in Kentucky, we definitely recommend the Ashland Castle. Built in 1896 and moved to its current location in 1919, Ashland Castle is a beautiful and well-appointed rental with room for up to 12 guests. Between the second-floor deck that feels like something straight from a fairy tale, to the ornate woodwork and stately decor, the Ashland Castle truly lives up to its name.
10. Castle Hill Estate
- Address: Rineyville, KY
- Size: This estate has 6 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms and can accommodate up to 16 guests.
- Price: $645/night
- Amenities: This six-bedroom castle has an opulent master suite known as the Tower Suite, which has its own luxury ensuite bathroom and almost 700 sq. ft. of living space, spectacular views, and a private balcony. In addition, Castle Hill has an extensive library, beautiful balcony, chef's kitchen, and an amazing castle-like dormitory for kids. The Cottage is a heated/cooled two-story playhouse with attached play set and a sitting/sleeping room with TV/DVD player and twin lofts, making Castle Hill Estate an all-around winner for families seeking the royal treatment in Kentucky.
- Ratings: 4.9/5 stars
You'll want for nothing when you book a stay at Castle Hill Estate, a veritable kingdom in Kentucky. Set on an expansive farm with an orchard open to guests, Castle Hill Estate is truly like something out of a fairy tale.
Add some extra charm and uniqueness to your next vacation with these unique places to stay in Kentucky. Have you stayed in any of these spots? What did you think? Are there any other unique gems we should check out? Let us know in the comments! And for more info on each of these locations, just click on each bolded name!
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