[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The Ark Encounter Retreat Vacation home in Walton with kitchen and furnished patio ![House, Multiple Beds, Patio, Garden View (The Ark Encounter Retreat) | Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114900000/114896200/114896194/13d83df1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114900000/114896200/114896194/de81e8bb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114900000/114896200/114896194/2d8adf76.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![House, Multiple Beds, Patio, Garden View (The Ark Encounter Retreat) | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114900000/114896200/114896194/4a358fce.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![House, Multiple Beds, Patio, Garden View (The Ark Encounter Retreat) | Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114900000/114896200/114896194/f2b64115.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location The Ark Encounter Retreat provides a firepit and more. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas. ### Entire home 3 bedroomsSleeps 61400 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Kitchen - Outdoor space - Air conditioning - Free WiFi ## 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 Vacation home in Walton with kitchen and furnished patio 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 ### 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 ### 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 ![Spa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3050000/3040400/3040377/771dbbc8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Richwood-Cincinnati South by IHG Walton - Pool - Hot tub - Breakfast included - Parking included 8.8 Excellent 1,001 reviews CA $144 CA $161 total includes taxes & fees Oct 19 - Oct 20 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-19&endDate=2025-10-20&selected=3040377&PinnedHotelID=3040377&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19380000/19379900/19379900/74c54a73.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Comfort Suites Florence - Cincinnati South Florence - Pool - Breakfast included - Pet-friendly - Parking included 9.0 Wonderful 1,006 reviews CA $135 CA $152 total includes taxes & fees Oct 12 - Oct 13 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-12&endDate=2025-10-13&selected=19379900&PinnedHotelID=19379900&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![House, Multiple Beds, Hot Tub, Garden View (The Restful Ark) | Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111620000/111614900/111614888/98c9412d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Restful Ark Crittenden - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 1 review CA $216 CA $578 total includes taxes & fees Oct 10 - Oct 11 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-11&selected=111614888&PinnedHotelID=111614888&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/65000000/64480000/64474900/64474822/7c7ac3d7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hampton Inn by Hilton Richwood Cincinnati South Walton - Pool - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi 9.6 Exceptional 1,001 reviews CA $166 CA $186 total includes taxes & fees Oct 12 - Oct 13 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-12&endDate=2025-10-13&selected=64474822&PinnedHotelID=64474822&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/24800/24729/a343d64c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Drury Plaza Hotel Cincinnati Florence Florence - Pool - Hot tub - Breakfast included - Pet-friendly 9.8 Exceptional 512 reviews CA $151 CA $169 total includes taxes & fees Nov 2 - Nov 3 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-02&endDate=2025-11-03&selected=24729&PinnedHotelID=24729&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101340000/101336000/101335956/b67fa8f3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cozy Home Away From Home! 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> No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at The Ark Encounter Retreat? > As of Oct 5, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Ark Encounter Retreat on Oct 7, 2025 start from CA $182.49, 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/Walton-Hotels-The-Ark-Encounter-Retreat.h114896194.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### How much is parking at The Ark Encounter Retreat? > Limited spots are available. ### What time is check-in at The Ark Encounter Retreat? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at The Ark Encounter Retreat? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is The Ark Encounter Retreat located? > Situated in Walton, this vacation home is within 2 mi (3 km) of The Abner Gaines House, Walton City Hall, and Walton Citizens Park. Walton Branch Library and Walton Nature Trail are also within 2 mi (3 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question