Is Cordova Retreat - 7 Minutes from Ark! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Cordova Retreat - 7 Minutes from Ark!?

As of Aug 28, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cordova Retreat - 7 Minutes from Ark! on Sept 12, 2025 start from CA $296.05, 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 for more accurate prices.

Where is Cordova Retreat - 7 Minutes from Ark! located?

Situated in Williamstown, this vacation home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Ararat Ridge Zoo, Ark Encounter, and Kangaroo Walkabout. Webb Park and William Arnold Log House are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Cordova Retreat - 7 Minutes from Ark! - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colleen V.

Apr 21, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful

We went to the Creation Museum, the Ark Experience, and the Newport Aquarium. The drive was very easy and beautiful.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angie B.

Apr 12, 2025

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The drive from Canada was worth it!

The property is gorgeous and the house is beautiful and full of character. There was plenty of space for us and our 5 kids. We enjoyed using the fire pit in the evenings. The yard has a beautiful view, and is nice and quiet while still being close to everything we needed. Would definitely reccomend to others!

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charlene

Nov 17, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication

Peaceful farmhouse in the beautiful KY countryside. Not far from the Ark Encounter. Our family enjoyed our stay very much.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim B.

Mar 4, 2025

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Just perfect

We had a wonderful time with 5 of our grandchildren ages 4-11. The house is quaint and great spaces to be alone or big areas to watch tv and play games. The big yard was great for the kids to run around. The hilltop views of the rolling hills and sunsets were a huge bonus. We couldn't have asked for a better experience.

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Chris G.

Apr 20, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Cordova cute farm house

Nice views, close to the Ark Encounter and Creation Museum.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brittani K.

May 29, 2024

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Picturesque views with plenty of room

We came with our family and my parents to visit the Ark Encounter. We loved our visit in this farmhouse with the most beautiful view. It was plenty of space for the 7 of us and it was such a quick drive to the Ark. we have already recommended it to others.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hannah W.

Jun 13, 2024

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Very peaceful and wonderful hospitality

A cozy house that can still fit quite a few people. Great views and nice kitchen! The driveway is on a steep hill and can only fit about four cars so be prepared for that.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chance L.

Dec 22, 2023

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Great place to relax

The house was clean and in good shape, just as pictured. Communication with the owners was seamless and they were very timely to respond to any questions. It felt like you were out away from everything, but less than 10 mins from the Ark! Definitely somewhere to stay again.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda D.

Oct 24, 2024

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Friends Fun

No kitchen towels, and all floors needed to be cleaned blinds need to be in all sleep areas but the house in itself was beautiful and the views were magnificent

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brittany R.

Sep 4, 2023

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Awesome!

We had such a great time! The house was beautiful and we especially enjoyed the peacefulness of the fire pit and the views. Our kids had so much fun petting the horses!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barry F.

Aug 6, 2023

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Peaceful

My family and I were in town to visit the Ark and Creation Museum. We only stayed one night but it was very comfortable and peaceful. We enjoyed have coffee on the back porch watching the horses and cows graze.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pamela G.

Nov 1, 2023

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The house on the hill

Very much enjoyed this home. The view was beautiful. The home was clean and very comfortable. The kitchen had everything needed. Enjoyed the horses behind the house and the fire pit area.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Mar 16, 2025

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Great little farm house

We loved the views! It was so peaceful. And the horses were very friendly with the kids. There were 6 of us and we had plenty of room for everyone. The kitchen was perfect for making meals and everything we needed was there. They have a nice little coffee/tea bar that was a great little touch. One thing I will mention for others visiting with older family members is that even with a bedroom downstairs I would not recommend for someone with difficulties walking. There is a long gravel walkway which was tough for my mom (She’s 81) and the step up to the porch is a bit higher than normal. We were able to make it work but it’s just something to. be aware of. Great house and plan to visit in the future (without mom).

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda S.

Sep 29, 2022

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Friends Get Away

We all had a great time: visiting the Ark Encounter and the Creation Museum which were both awesome; playing games at the huge table which was perfect. And just being able to rest, enjoy the peaceful views and spending time with friends of 50 plus years. Thank you for opening up your home to us!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amanda T.

Jul 28, 2023

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Perfect home for families

This house was the perfect place for our larger group! The kids all looked forward to all the room to run around after long days of travel as fun at the Ark encounter and creation museum. The kids especially enjoyed having their own space to all sleep together in the bonus room. Nothing can beat the view sitting on the back deck though. That was the cherry on top! We also all enjoyed a beautiful rainstorm sitting on the from porch and watching it roll in. Would recommend to anyone looking to stay in the area

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Holly G.

May 14, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charming!

Cordova Retreat is perfect for larger families or family groups. There are two bathrooms with showers and space for teens/young adults to hang out upstairs with their own TV, room to play board games downstairs, and room to eat together as a family. The only thing we were not expecting was the steeper walkway from the parking area and the steep stairway to the rooms upstairs. If you have an older family member, know that this may be difficult for them to navigate, and they will need the only downstairs bedroom with the king bed. The beds are very comfortable, the views beautiful (with horses), and the living space roomy. If it had been nicer, we would have made use of the fire pit and enjoyed the outside space more. We loved that we were so close to the Ark Encounter. It was the perfect location.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Justina R., Chattanooga

Dec 23, 2021

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Home away from Home

My husband and I, along with our four daughters came up from Chattanooga, TN for our Christmas present to visit the Ark Encounter and the Creation Museum. The farmhouse was absolutely perfect. We all had enough room. It was definitely home away from home. We had everything we needed. It was decorated for Christmas! Michael and Laura were wonderful host. They communicate very well with everything we needed to know. Next time we will add an extra day so we have time to sleep in and to get everything packed up. We spent both days at the attractions so we were very tired the day we checked out. So we were a little late getting out. We appreciate your kindness and the cleaning lady for having to wait on us.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl S.

Sep 7, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely amazing view and house!

We couldn't have asked for more relaxing and hassel free accommodations. There are no neighbors right against this property. It is very quiet with a spectacular view of the hills and the neighbors pastures filled with plenty of cattle, horses, and a donky. Everything in the house was in perfect working order. We had no problem getting in through the programmed lock. The kitchen is spacious with plenty of counter space to prepare meals. The rooms are all nice size and do not feel cramped at all. There is plenty of water pressure, beds ranging from super soft to firm and extra air conditioning or heating options upstairs. I had no problem keeping the house at a very comfortable temperature. There are fans upstairs to use also and some downstairs windows have screens so you can open them and enjoy fresh air. The wifi worked great for watching tv or using my phone. There was no buffering at all. The house is exceptionally clean and well maintained. It is within 15 minutes of stores and gas stations. It is obvious that the host puts a great deal of care and thought into making sure the house has most anything you could need and that everything works as it should.I hope others get a chance to enjoy this home and view as much as we did. . . .

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nichole W.

Jul 9, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful getaway

The home is very nice, roomy and we enjoyed our stay as we visited the Ark and Creation museums. The view of the hills and the horses are beautiful. The house was generally clean but as someone who owned their own cleaning business I expected a professionally cleaned home especially since there was a fee for the cleaning in our cost. There were numerous amounts of dead bugs around the windows and the windows were quite dirty which took away from the beautiful view of the property from the inside. There were also dirty towels in the washing machine and the shower curtain on the bottom are stained yellow. Be aware of the 7th step it is not attached and quite a hazard. We were a large group of mostly adults so if y’all drink coffee and need more than 4 mugs, I’d advise bringing some. The kitchen could use a few more pots especially larger ones, we were unable to cook for a large group without getting creative. All that said, it’s a wonderful place, the owners are very kind and we had a great vacation and experience with our first ever VRBO rental.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

6/10 Okay

Neil D.

Nov 7, 2023

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Disliked: Cleanliness

Huge Potential!

We enjoyed our short visit to Kentucky, and the stay at this charming house was good overall. Everything worked well, such as the showers, toilets, etc. The fridge was clean, which was great! There are a few things that would turn this property into a gem and prevent us from giving 5-stars: The house was not as clean as we would expect, with cobwebs in various places, the windows and sills were dirty, and the floor must not have been mopped since the previous visitors a few days prior. Things were dusty, and we found empty water bottles and garbage underneath the second-floor beds. We suggest getting a pair of scissors and some cooking tongs, as well as providing an outdoor tote that contains some paper, kindling, and a lighter! We got a nice campfire going, but I had to head over to Dollar General for some cardboard, a local newspaper and a BBQ lighter. Our daughter was disappointed that the flashlights were dead and there were no extra batteries. :) It's the little things that set the great apart! We suggest adding a gas grill to the property, which would be a huge plus! There was a charcoal grill, but I didn't want to go and get a bag of charcoal, grill brush, lighter fluid, etc., for just a couple of dinners. Keep working on the property, and it will be a fabulous spot!

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mandy T.

Dec 10, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

First visit to Kentucky

This home was absolutely perfect for our trip to Kentucky to explore the Creation Museum and the Ark Encounter. Location was perfect! The views from the back porch were stunning. The home was quiet and so comfortable for our family of four. Highly recommend this farmhouse!!!

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Merrry B.

Sep 17, 2024

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Home away from home.

Love love love this home. It had everything you need..the house was amazing the views were so tranquil. Everyone in our group was very please with the home. Highly recommend.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim K.

Jul 31, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lizbeth R.

Dec 3, 2023

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Beautiful house with spectacular views

We enjoyed our stay at the Cordova retreat in November. The Views were breathtaking! The house was clean and spacious for both our families. We visited the Ark Encounter & Creation Museum during our stay. The house is in a quiet country road. We truly enjoyed all that was available. We would definitely book this house again in the future!!

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Corrie L.

Jun 30, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Place❤️

We love the Cordova Retreat! We will continue to stay every time we visit Kentucky! It’s a wonderful place!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

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