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Walk To Maker’s Mark | Wagon Wheel Barndominium
🏆 Voted one of the Top “5 Unique Stays in Marion County, Kentucky” – January 30, 2026. Welcome to the Wagon Wheel Barndominium, a private barndominium just steps from Maker’s Mark on the Bourbon Trail. If you’re looking to relax and kick back at a remote place on the Bourbon Trail with friends you’ve found your space! This unique rustic Barndominium on 8 acres along Hardins Creek sleeps 6 comfortably. Relax with multiple outdoor seating areas to enjoy creek views, Makers cropland, and wildlife.

Bourbon Trail + Events + Hot Tub +Walk 2 Dine
Charming, spotless, and historic yet modern, a few words from 5-star reviews! The Kentucky Barrel House a unique retreat on the Bourbon Trail. Take a dip in the hot tub- grab a towel from the warmer, chat by the firepit. Pet-friendly, fenced yard. Equipped kitchen, or walk to downtown restaurants. Minutes to: Maker’s Mark, Willett, Bardstown Bourbon, Heaven Hill, Beam and many more. Near Cornerstone Acres Events, The Grove At Silverton Hill, My Old Kentucky Home. Celebrate National Bourbon Week!

The Barrel Proof Bungalow
This stylish 3 bedroom 2 bathroom home on the "Kentucky Bourbon Trail" has been a labor of love and full remodel down to the studs. The Barrel Strength Bungalow is centrally located between Interstate 65 (Jim Beam) and Bardstown's city center. A unique outdoor living space with one of a few hot tubs in Bardstown area Airbnb's. Also offers a firepit, outdoor grill and patio area. More than 15 distilleries within an hour's drive and approximately 30-35m to Downtown Louisville and Churchill Downs.

Bourbon Trail Schoolhouse
Enjoy staying in a piece of history within this old one room schoolhouse converted to a two bedroom home. Sit out on the swing or by the firepit as you enjoy peaceful sounds of the country and the creek adjacent to the property. Located right on the Bourbon Trail with only a 5 min drive to Maker’s Mark, 17 min to Limestone, and 20 min to Log Still Distillery. Venture in to the city of Springfield to learn about Abe Lincoln and his parents, married in the courthouse, still being used to this day!

StillHill: HotTub GameRoom Whiskey Lounge Acreage
Stylish 3 bedroom home located in the Bourbon Capital is a perfect getaway to be still or tour the best Kentucky bourbon from a local whiskey still. Centrally located within 25 miles of 10 distilleries! Close to the Old Kentucky dinner train, the Derby, and a short drive to Louisville & Lexington. Enjoy 5 private acres where you can soak in the hot tub, swing on the patio, sit by the fire and watch the birds and deer. Then relax in our indoor lounge or garage game room after a day of adventures

The Getaway in Bourbon Country with Breakfast
Located in the heart of the Bourbon Trail. Come and enjoy the peace and quiet of country living, but still close enough to cities. When you first arrive, you will find the entrance on a large, covered patio. There is a gas grill there for your use. We also have a fire pit, so bring wood. Feel free to take a walk down to the river at the bottom of our property. There you will find a park like setting where you can relax and listen to nature if you like. Eggs, bacon and biscuits provided.

Bluegrass and Bourbon - Peace on the Bourbon Trail
Retreat to your peaceful hangout after a day of exploring all that Bardstown and KY have to offer! Relax by the fireplace and stream a movie on the 75" TV, cook a full meal in the well-stocked kitchen, create a unique cocktail with all the tools you could wish for, breathe fresh air on the screened-in porch that borders greenspace, challenge friends to poker in the game room, grill dinner on our charcoal grill, or roast hot dogs and s'mores on the firepit area. This must be the place.

Sunshine and Whiskey
We are located in the heart of the bourbon capital of the world. If your looking for a peaceful quiet country night we are the place for you. We offer a queen size bed and small pull out sofa. There are several local attractions we are 6 miles from Makers Mark, 11 miles to Log Still, 3 miles from the XB Arena (Saturday nights Nov-March), and 13 miles to Historic Bardstown to include Heaven Hill. At night you can relax under our grain bin gazebo. Horse stalls available for $25

Cozy Cabin on the Bourbon Trail
Our place is close to the Bourbon Trail. You’ll love our cabin because of the warm interior and amazing outdoor space. Our place is good for couples, solo adventurers, business travelers, and families. This cabin located in the country on our 100 acre farm, but you are 3 miles from restaurants, groceries, pharmacies and shops. The location is also central to the distilleries: 15mi to Maker's Mark, 35mi to Jim Beam, 50mi to Woodford Reserve, Lexington, and Louisville

A Heavenly Home
Serene ~ Peaceful ~ Private ~Modern. Centrally located in the heart of Bourbon Country. This home is an ideal setting to relax and enjoy spending time with friends or family. You will no doubt find this newly constructed home to be cozy, comfortable, and inviting! Enjoy the wonderful outdoor space in a quiet country setting with beautiful scenery and woods, comfortable seating, including a porch swing, a play area for children, and you may even see a deer or two!

Bourbon Basecamp: 1.5 Acres, Game + Movie Room 3BR
Escape to Bourbon Basecamp, your private retreat on 1.5 acres in Kentucky bourbon country—just 12 minutes from Bardstown. This upscale home blends modern country charm with a speakeasy-style game room, perfect for unforgettable getaways. Within 25 miles of 10+ distilleries, including Heaven Hill, Maker’s Mark, and Jim Beam. Plus an hour from Louisville, Lexington, and Mammoth Cave.

On The Rocks
Enjoy beautiful sunrises and sunsets on a quiet country road only minutes from downtown Bardstown. Enjoy the sounds of nature on our large outdoor patio. Relax in the Hot tub after a day of touring the area or enjoy visiting with our horses who may show up at the fence for a peppermint or carrot. This house is great for family get aways or couples wanting to traveling together.
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- Buffalo Trace Distillery
- Kentucky Exposition Center
- Kentucky Derby Museum
- Kentucky Kingdom & Hurricane Bay
- Churchill Downs
- Louisville Slugger Field
- Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory
- Muhammad Ali Center
- Angel's Envy Distillery
- Waterfront Park
- Falls of the Ohio State Park
- Jefferson Memorial Forest
- Big Four Bridge
- University of Louisville
- Kentucky International Convention Center
- Kentucky Science Center
- Bernheim Arboretum and Research Forest
- Castle & Key Distillery
- Frazier History Museum
- James B Beam Distilling
- Kentucky Down Under Adventure Zoo
- Cherokee Park
- Against The Grain Brewery & Smokehouse
- Four Roses Distillery Llc





