Title: The Big House @ Wendover - Historic Home - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire cabin # The Big House @ Wendover - Historic Home Cabin in Hyden ## Photo gallery for The Big House @ Wendover - Historic Home ![Living area - The Big House @ Wendover - Historic Home (Wendover)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/124000000/123170000/123160200/123160172/534e43e8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior - The Big House @ Wendover - Historic Home (Wendover)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/124000000/123170000/123160200/123160172/fd0e77ee.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - The Big House @ Wendover - Historic Home (Wendover)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/124000000/123170000/123160200/123160172/94ac23a5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - The Big House @ Wendover - Historic Home (Wendover)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/124000000/123170000/123160200/123160172/6e92a9e9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - The Big House @ Wendover - Historic Home (Wendover)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/124000000/123170000/123160200/123160172/34109c40.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies The Big House @ Wendover - Historic Home provides everything you need. Stay connected with in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Air conditioning ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### The Big House @ Wendover - Historic Home Summary: Take a trip back in time at this historic property! The Big House boasts 4 bedrooms, multiple dining areas, a lovely gathering room and stunning mountain views from every window. Once the home of Mary Breckenridge, the founder of Frontier Nursing Service, guests from all over the world have visited here to enjoy a true Appalachian experience. The home is warm, inviting, and provides total relaxation for all who visit us throughout the year. Wendover is the heart of our community! The Space: This historic log home is located at Wendover just outside Hyden KY. Once the home of Mary Breckinridge and Frontier Nursing Service. Now, the Big House and three other properties at Wendover are operated by the Leslie County Betterment Foundation and available for nightly rentals. Guest Access: Guests will have access to all areas of the house, however, we DO NOT allow guests to use the kitchen. We offer a microwave, coffee maker and full size refrigerator. Other Things to Note: We do not allow guests to use the kitchen in the Big House. The fire hazard is too great for our beloved historical home. However, we do offer a microwave, coffee maker and refrigerator. Also, cell service can be a challenge at Wendover especially if you have an out of area provider. The wifi works great and you will be able to make a wifi call. Lastly, all the bedrooms and the full size bath are upstairs. This home is not easily accessible to anyone who cannot climb stairs. Interaction with Guests: I am not at the property daily, however we do have housekeepers that can assist you when they are there. Please call your host if you need anything and she will send a housekeeper. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cabin: WiFi ### Bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Shower ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Property does not allow children ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/124000000/123180000/123174600/123174578/832acfa0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Barn at Wendover - 4 BR 2 BA Wendover - Pet friendly - Air conditioning - Microwave [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-04&endDate=2026-02-05&selected=123174578&PinnedHotelID=123174578&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46960000/46958800/46958777/457fb410.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Small Town Charmer - Hazards Best Airbnb! 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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 ### Property is also known as 68b87dd2be180c003381b2b2 ## About the area Hyden is home to this cabin. Hazard Country Club and Big Hickory Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Grover Sizemore Park and Perry Park. [Visit our Hyden travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Hyden.dx3000438707) [View more Cabin rentals in Hyden](https://www.expedia.ca/Hyden-Cabins.d3000438707-aaCabins.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%7C37.12696%2C-83.36349&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=CFv6E_O4UAe2mEIYqMSfeSKZ2hQ=) Wendover, KY ### What's nearby - ![an aerial panoramic shot of a blue waters of Houston Lake surrounded by a golf course and lush green trees, grass and plants with powerful clouds at sunset in Perry Georgia USA](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6242111/b1eadd7a-e05a-4c1f-af76-71c8c92bd997.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Perry Park 29 min drive \- 34.5 km - Mary Breckinridge ARH Hospital 8 min drive \- 8.4 km - Grover Sizemore Park 23 min drive \- 26.8 km - Hazard Village Shopping Center 27 min drive \- 31.1 km - Hazard ARH Regional Medical Center 27 min drive \- 31.8 km ### Restaurants - Dairy Queen Grill & Chill 9 min drive - Hardee's 10 min drive - Subway 10 min drive - El Cazador 12 min drive - Kudzu Corner 11 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Big House @ Wendover - Historic Home pet-friendly? ### What time is check-in at The Big House @ Wendover - Historic Home? ### What time is check-out at The Big House @ Wendover - Historic Home? ### Where is The Big House @ Wendover - Historic Home located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Big House @ Wendover - Historic Home Reviews ## Reviews 10 ### Exceptional