Title: Ritchie Homeplace - A National Historic Site - 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 home # Ritchie Homeplace - A National Historic Site Vacation home in Viper with kitchen and balcony ## Photo gallery for Ritchie Homeplace - A National Historic Site ![Interior - Ritchie Homeplace - A National Historic Site (Viper)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/124000000/123170000/123160200/123160184/d1ce38ff.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - Ritchie Homeplace - A National Historic Site (Viper)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/124000000/123170000/123160200/123160184/264f94a9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - Ritchie Homeplace - A National Historic Site (Viper)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/124000000/123170000/123160200/123160184/d00ac6f0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Ritchie Homeplace - A National Historic Site (Viper)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/124000000/123170000/123160200/123160184/6b584a8d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Ritchie Homeplace - A National Historic Site (Viper)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/124000000/123170000/123160200/123160184/5e3e3b71.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Ritchie Homeplace - A National Historic Site provides amenities like a firepit and a garden. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi. ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet friendly - Air conditioning - Outdoor Space ## 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. ### Ritchie Homeplace - A National Historic Site Summary: This home has been designated as a National Historic Site & a Kentucky Heritage Home in honor of the work done by Jean Ritchie in the preserving the musical heritage of the region. It offers 6 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, dining room, kitchen, multiple outdoor seating areas & plenty of parking. This home was full of love, laughter, music and family traditions and we hope you discover this for yourself during your visit! And, pets are welcome too! The Space: This home was built around 1936 and was the home of the Ritchie Family. In each room you will find framed photos and descriptions of the family, places and events associated with the heritage of the house. This is a large home that will sleep up to 11 people. The front porch is a great place for the adults to sit while the kids play in the large yard. Outside is a nature lovers dream, listen to the crickets, catch fire flies and relax under the stars! There is small creek nearby which provides music of it's own. You will feel like you are going back in time to a place when life was simple and family was everything. Plenty of parking and trucks with trailers are welcome. Guest Access: Guests will have the house all to themselves excluding the basement and attic. The Neighborhood: The home is located about 2 miles off Hwy 15 south on route 7\. It is super easy to get to and GPS will bring you straight to it. Getting Around: The road leading to the house is a single lane road that is in great condition. Once you reach the driveway there is plenty of parking for four or more cars. Other Things to Note: Airbnb customers agree that they undertake recreational activities in and around the Ritchie Homeplace at their own risk. This property is located in the heart of the mountains so guests need to expect possible visits from wildlife such as insects, snakes, deer, turkeys and even an occasional bear. It is not often that you may see these animals but it is possible. Bears are not aggressive unless provoked and walking in and around the forest at night is not recommended. There is another home located at the rear of this home and we do rent it to guests as well. The brown house also called the "Dollhouse" has it's own parking and guests enter on the opposite side of this home so you will have privacy from the guests next door. Interaction with Guests: I rarely meet guests in person but I am always on duty! ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Shower ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Firepit - Garden ### Laundry - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### 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) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden - Property does not allow children ## Similar properties ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/124000000/123170000/123160200/123160174/85307986.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Vicco Cottage Between Hazard and Whitesburg Vicco - Kitchen - Washer - Pet friendly - Air conditioning [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-01-31&selected=123160174&PinnedHotelID=123160174&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119420000/119413000/119412904/805449c6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Big Tree Lodge- Near Leatherwood Off Road Park! 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Family gathe... ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees ### Children and extra beds This property does not allow children ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. 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 68b87dc9e18373000f111fef ## About the area Viper is home to this vacation home. While the natural beauty of Carr Creek State Park and Lilley Cornett Woods Appalachian Ecological Research Station can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Hazard Country Club. 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