Title: Private lake house getaway between ark encounter and creation museum! - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Private lake house getaway between ark encounter and creation museum! Lakefront vacation home with kitchen and patio ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76710000/76705700/76705698/3573fe21.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76710000/76705700/76705698/b7fe61de.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76710000/76705700/76705698/30295166.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76710000/76705700/76705698/w1620h1081x0y6-a4e87a59.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76710000/76705700/76705698/e5e19fb3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Experience serene lake views at Bullock Pen Lake. Start your day with coffee on the covered patio or open deck overlooking the water, then unwind with S’mores by the fire pit. Make use of a fishing kayak or Jon boat and enjoy gaming options regardless of weather. 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81250 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Pet-friendly - Washer - Dryer - Barbecue grill - Kitchen ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Private lake house getaway between ark encounter and creation museum! Step outside your door for gorgeous lake views of Bullock Pen Lake. Drop a line off the dock, or make use of complimentary fishing kayak or Jon boat with trolling motor. Enjoy a coffee on the many seating options on the covered patio, or open deck overlooking the water. Regardless of weather, there are plenty of gaming options available! Unwind with S’mores at the fire pit! Continue to relax while still enjoying fabulous views from the comfort of the couch! The main bedroom is equipped with a super comfortable King size bed and a Serta couch/full sleeper. The second bedroom includes a full bed, with a half bath for convenience. The bonus room includes toys and many indoor and outdoor games! The smaller couch in the living room is a queen-size pullout bed. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 1.5 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - 2 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - On a lake - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Boat - Kayak - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Swimming nearby - Theme park nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Winery tours nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden - Unit size: 1,250 square feet ## Similar properties ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95660000/95653900/95653883/803c7e12.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Waterfront Home Located near Ark, Reds and Bengals. 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ## About the area Located in Crittenden, this vacation home is near theme parks and on the waterfront. Ohio River Valley and Big Bone Lick State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Ark Encounter and Ararat Ridge Zoo. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Crittenden travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Crittenden.dx3000438494) [View more Vacation homes in Crittenden](https://www.expedia.ca/Crittenden-Private-Vacation-Homes.d3000438494-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C38.79911%2C-84.63799&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=8fVJu2eynkaDS3h49mUAmEzqbiQ=) Crittenden, KY ### What's nearby - Brianza Gardens & Winery - 6 min drive - 4.8 km - Eagle Creek Country Club - 9 min drive - 7.6 km - Ark Encounter - 18 min drive - 26.1 km - Florence Speedway - 19 min drive - 19.5 km - Big Bone Lick State Park - 31 min drive - 24.0 km ### Getting around - Cincinnati-Northern Kentucky Int'l Airport (CVG) - 30 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Denny's - ‬11 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive - ‪Kelly Q’s - ‬13 min drive - ‪Skyline Chili - ‬11 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Private lake house getaway between ark encounter and creation museum! pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total). ### How much does it cost to stay at Private lake house getaway between ark encounter and creation museum!? > As of Oct 23, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Private lake house getaway between ark encounter and creation museum! on Nov 6, 2025 start from CA $135.98, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.ca/Crittenden-Hotels-Private-Lake-House-Getaway-Between-Ark-Encounter-And-Creation-Museum.h76705698.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### What time is check-in at Private lake house getaway between ark encounter and creation museum!? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Private lake house getaway between ark encounter and creation museum!? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Private lake house getaway between ark encounter and creation museum! located? > Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Brianza Gardens & Winery and within 6 mi (10 km) of Grant County Park and Big South Fork. Eagle Creek Country Club and Walton Community Park are also within 9 mi (15 km). ## Have a question? 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