Title: Arkstone Retreat 1 – Chic Downtown Escape! - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=109881021&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire condo # Arkstone Retreat 1 – Chic Downtown Escape! Lakefront condo in Williamstown with kitchen ## Photo gallery for Arkstone Retreat 1 – Chic Downtown Escape! ![Exterior - Arkstone Retreat 1 – Chic Downtown Escape! (Williamstown)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109890000/109881100/109881021/63cddb7b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Sport court - Arkstone Retreat 1 – Chic Downtown Escape! (Williamstown)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109890000/109881100/109881021/efc2ff6b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Arkstone Retreat 1 – Chic Downtown Escape! (Williamstown)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109890000/109881100/109881021/25612d2f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Arkstone Retreat 1 – Chic Downtown Escape! (Williamstown)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109890000/109881100/109881021/d642eef3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV - Arkstone Retreat 1 – Chic Downtown Escape! (Williamstown)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109890000/109881100/109881021/f19a39a8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Escape to the tranquil countryside at Arkstone Retreat, nestled less than an hour from Cincinnati. Unwind in the peaceful surroundings and visit nearby attractions like Ark Encounter, just 5 minutes away. ## Reviews 8.6 Excellent ### Entire condo 2 bedrooms1 bathroom900 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning - Parking available ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Arkstone Retreat 1 – Chic Downtown Escape! Summary: For those seeking the serenity of staying within the picturesque countryside away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, Arkstone Retreat has just what you’re looking for! Located less than an hour outside of Cincinnati’s metro area, you’ll be close enough for day trips in to see the big city sights yet far away enough to find the peace and privacy of quiet suburban living. You’ll be within just 5 minutes from the remarkable Ark Encounter, a one-of-a-kind biblical themed attraction. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the condo: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower ### Entertainment - TV ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In the city center - On a lake ### Things to do - Optional golf privileges - 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) ### General - Unit size: 900 square feet ## Similar properties ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109850000/109847000/109846989/b76ae2a5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Ark Encounter Getaway Williamstown - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning 8.4 Very good 21 reviews CA $122 CA $331 total includes taxes & fees Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-04&endDate=2026-01-05&selected=109846989&PinnedHotelID=109846989&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70580000/70573600/70573518/12f3c20d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### LAKEHOUSE in cove with dock! 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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 66ec5f40bd7fba000f273043 ## About the area ![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%7C38.63598%2C-84.55841&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=HrT7SYPImiLBvY5eHk-T0qn6eB8=) Williamstown, KY #### What's nearby - William Arnold Log House \- 5 min walk \- 0.4 km - Webb Park \- 14 min walk \- 1.2 km - Ark Encounter \- 2 min drive \- 3.1 km - Ararat Ridge Zoo \- 5 min drive \- 6.2 km - Riverbend Music Center \- 44 min drive \- 81.7 km #### Getting around - Cincinnati-Northern Kentucky Int'l Airport (CVG) - 40 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive - ‪Beans - ‬7 min drive - ‪Dunkin' - ‬7 min drive - ‪Happy Dragon - ‬7 min drive - ‪Cracker Barrel - ‬7 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Arkstone Retreat 1 – Chic Downtown Escape! pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Arkstone Retreat 1 – Chic Downtown Escape!? ### How much is parking? ### Where is Arkstone Retreat 1 – Chic Downtown Escape! located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Arkstone Retreat 1 – Chic Downtown Escape! Reviews ## Reviews ### Excellent All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 7 8 - Good 5 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 1 ### 9.0 Cleanliness ### 8.2 Location ### 10 Eco-friendliness ### 10 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 8/10 Good #### Larry and Pam Y. Sep 6, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy Overall was quite good. The steep walk up to the parking lot was unexpected, but not a deal breaker. ##### Larry and Pam Y. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michelle S. Dec 11, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect stay for our trip to the Ark! We had a great time staying at the townhome. It was super close to the Ark. Quiet neighborhood. ##### Michelle S. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Denise Apr 25, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Great place to stay after our visit to the Ark Encounter. The apt. was clean and had everything we needed. Communication was easy. Definitely will stay again when we come back. ##### Denise Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Jean M. May 9, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Williamstown visit The property met our expectations, comfortable and conveniently located for our visit. ##### Jean M. Stayed 2 nights in May 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Leslie K. Apr 10, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Ark Encounter We reserved this property to stay as we visited the Ark Encounter. The accommodations were comfortable and as described in the listing. We had a brief issue with the check-in code but received an alternate code, via text, and successfully entered. We enjoyed making meals and found all the items needed.It was a nice stop on our trip!Itwererecommunication ##### Leslie K. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Debby R. Jul 25, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nicely appointed The unit was perfect for our stay as we visited the Ark Encounter and the Creation Museum. ##### Debby R. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Patricia B. Jun 13, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect place to visit ark encounter and creation museum Roomie, clean, good spot for going to the ark. We really didn’t do much there was out most of day. ##### Patricia B. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Kellie S. Jul 13, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Very noisy upstairs neighbors the first night. Did you sleep much the first night. Also, the glass furniture in the living room, was not kid friendly. But overall we were happy with it. ##### Kellie S. Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Marilyn H. May 25, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Change of plans We didn't realize that the Ark wasn't open on Sundays, so we only stayed one night and the child upstairs kept us awake late and even earlier in the a.m. There were no sheets for the futon Otherwise it worked out great. Thank you ##### Marilyn H. Stayed 2 nights in May 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Kit B. Mar 12, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy Disliked: Check-in, location #### A little disappointed, but… We were surprised that the unit was one of two units on the bottom of a 4-unit complex (permanent residences were in the top two units.) Young, early rising children who like to run resided above our unit, and we think at least one member wore high heels. Upon our first meal at the dining room table, one of the children was up-ended when the chair collapsed (no injury beyond pride.) At shower/bath time, the water did not drain well. (You may use your imagination.)Gratefully, the mgmt had the chair repaired and unclogged the tub. All in all, we accommodated. The unit was close to the sites we wanted to see, and since we mostly needed the place to crash after long days, it met our needs. ##### Kit B. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Robert H. Sep 6, 2024 Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Disappointed. Don’t stay here! The apartment was dirty, chips on the rug, smelled like smoke and body odor. The furniture was cheap and unsteady, it felt like it was going to fall apart any time you sat on the furniture. The beds were the same way and the pillows and linens smelled like body odor. The vents in the ceiling were hanging out of the ceiling. You could hear every step in the apartment above and beside this unit. Very noisy. We did not feel safe at this apartment or location. We checked out after the first night and got a hotel. In attempt to alert the company of issues, they stated they would check it out and call us within 24 hours and we never heard back from them. Will never stay here again and do not recommend this rental! ##### Robert H. Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### steve r. Aug 14, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy ##### steve r. 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