Title: The Ark Encounter Retreat - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=114896194&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The Ark Encounter Retreat ## Photo gallery for The Ark Encounter Retreat ![Exterior - The Ark Encounter Retreat (Walton)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114900000/114896200/114896194/2d8adf76.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![House, Multiple Beds, Patio, Garden View (The Ark Encounter Retreat) | Private kitchen - The Ark Encounter Retreat (Walton)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114900000/114896200/114896194/4a488786.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - The Ark Encounter Retreat (Walton)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114900000/114896200/114896194/de81e8bb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![House, Multiple Beds, Patio, Garden View (The Ark Encounter Retreat) | Private kitchen - The Ark Encounter Retreat (Walton)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114900000/114896200/114896194/13d83df1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![House, Multiple Beds, Patio, Garden View (The Ark Encounter Retreat) | Living area - The Ark Encounter Retreat (Walton)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114900000/114896200/114896194/4a358fce.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies The Ark Encounter Retreat provides a firepit and more. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas. ## Reviews 9.0 Wonderful ### Entire home 3 bedroomsSleeps 61400 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi - 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. ### The Ark Encounter Retreat This smoke-free vacation home features free WiFi in public areas. The vacation home has 3 bedrooms and offers a private yard and a furnished patio. Guests will find a kitchen with a refrigerator, an oven, a stovetop, and a microwave. Air-conditioned accommodations at this vacation home offer washers/dryers and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to furnished patios. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas and include desks. 42-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Kitchens offer refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and separate dining areas. ## Property amenities ### Parking and transportation - Limited onsite parking (max 3 spaces per unit) ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Separate dining area - Separate sitting area ### Entertainment - 42-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels - Games ### Outdoor areas - Firepit - Furnished patio - Outdoor furniture - Yard ### Laundry - Washer/dryer ### Work spaces - Laptop workspace ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Upper floors accessible by stairs only - Smoking not allowed ### Things to do - Cycling 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) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Individual decor - Individual furnishings ## Similar properties ![Apartment (1 Bedroom) | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94960000/94957900/94957830/b7200279.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 2 Mi to Ark Encounter: Updated Williamstown Apt! 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Brianza Gardens & Winery and Boone County Distilling Co. are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Walton Towne Center and Florence Mall. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Florence Speedway or UC Health Stadium. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like cycling. [Visit our Walton travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Walton.dx10092) [View more Vacation homes in Walton](https://www.expedia.ca/Walton-Private-Vacation-Homes.d10092-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%7C38.87712%2C-84.60426&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=3Qp7d0ciSxE4mBYocQmBEkGMvMU=) 1133 Gemstone Pointe Drive, Walton,, Kentucky 41094, United States, Walton, KY, 41094 ### What's nearby - Walton Nature Trail 8 min walk \- 0.7 km - The Abner Gaines House 17 min walk \- 1.5 km - Walton Citizens Park 2 min drive \- 1.4 km - Walton Branch Library 2 min drive \- 1.7 km - Walton Community Park 2 min drive \- 2.1 km ### Getting around - Cincinnati Union Terminal 30 min drive - Cincinnati-Northern Kentucky Int'l Airport (CVG) 30 min drive ### Restaurants - Denny's 7 min drive - Mr. Fuel Travel Center (One9 Fuel Network) 9 min drive - McDonald's 12 min drive - McDonald's 7 min drive - Skyline Chili 6 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Ark Encounter Retreat pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at The Ark Encounter Retreat? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at The Ark Encounter Retreat? ### What time is check-out at The Ark Encounter Retreat? ### Where is The Ark Encounter Retreat located? ## Have a question? 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