Kentucky Bourbon Trail: Hot Tub & Game Room

Picture this: your crew on the back patio, the hot tub steaming under string lights, bourbon in hand, the Kentucky countryside stretching out around you. No agenda. No noise. Just the kind of trip people talk about for years.



Welcome to Trailside Country Haven — a spacious, beautifully appointed 3-bedroom home nestled in the heart of Shelby County, right in the center of the Kentucky Bourbon Trail. Professionally managed by Excellent Vacay Stays, this Superhost-rated property (★4.92) is the perfect base for groups of up to 10 who want to explore the world's finest distilleries by day and unwind in style by night.



🥃 BOURBON TRAIL — YOU'RE IN THE CENTER OF IT

10 min · Jeptha Creed Distillery

12 min · Whiskey Thief

14 min · Four Roses

18 min · Wild Turkey · Woodford Reserve · Bulleit · Rising Sons Farm & Winery

18 min · Kentucky PGA: Golf House Kentucky

22 min · J. Mattingly 1845 · Versailles Kentucky Castle

26 min · Buffalo Trace

32 min · Louisville Airport · Bardstown Bourbon Co.

36 min · Lexington Airport



🏡 THE SPACE — SLEEPS UP TO 10

✔ Bedroom 1: King bed · Master en-suite bath · Walk-in closet · Main level

✔ Bedroom 2: King bed · Smart TV · Blackout curtains · Upper level

✔ Bedroom 3: Two Queen beds · Upper level

✔ Game Room: Queen sleeper sofa · 65" Roku TV · Arcade games · Shuffleboard · Dartboard

✔ 2.5 Bathrooms: En-suite master bath + full bath with deep soaking tub + half bath with laundry

✔ Fully equipped kitchen: Cookware, spices, Keurig coffee bar (K-cups provided), popcorn maker, dishwasher

✔ Dining table seats 5 · Breakfast nook seats 4

✔ Fireplace is decorative — not operational



🔥 OUTDOOR LIVING

✔ Back patio: Hot tub under string lights

✔ Bottom deck: Fire pit with cushioned furniture — perfect for stargazing

✔ Top deck: Gas grill and shaded seating

✔ Front porch: Rocking chairs with sweeping countryside views

✔ Parking for 6 vehicles



🎮 ENTERTAINMENT & EXTRAS

✔ Game room: Arcade games, shuffleboard, dartboard, 65" Roku TV

✔ Roku TVs in every bedroom

✔ Record player · Board games · Popcorn maker

✔ STARLINK high-speed satellite WiFi (note: occasional weather-related interruptions)

✔ Dedicated workspace: Desk and lamp — upper level

✔ Washer and dryer on site

✔ Smart lock self check-in — no waiting around

✔ Parking for 6 cars



📝 GOOD TO KNOW

✔ Bug repellent provided for indoor and outdoor use

✔ Fire extinguishers and carbon monoxide alarm on site

✔ Monthly professional pest control maintained

✔ Two exterior security cameras (front porch + above garage) for guest safety

✔ Please note: The lagoon area is off-limits for guest safety

✔ This is genuine Kentucky countryside — expect birdsong, deer, the occasional rooster. It is all part of the charm.



HOUSE RULES:



📋 BOOKING REQUIREMENTS

✔ Must be 21 years or older to book

✔ The person who makes the reservation must be present at check-in and stay for the full duration

✔ Must sign a rental agreement upon booking

✔ A $400 refundable security deposit is required; deposit is forfeited if any house rule is broken

✔ Damaged or stolen property will be reported to the appropriate authorities



👥 OCCUPANCY

✔ Maximum 10 guests at all times — no exceptions

✔ No day guests or visitors; only registered guests may be on the property

✔ Accurate guest count is required at the time of booking; an additional $250 per unregistered person per night will be charged



🐾 PET POLICY — NO PETS ALLOWED

We are sorry, but Trailside Country Haven is not able to accommodate pets at this time.

✔ No animals of any kind are permitted on the property

✔ We appreciate your understanding and kindly ask that you make alternative arrangements for your furry family members

✔ Please note: A $500 unauthorized pet fee will be charged if evidence of any pet is found on the property. This covers the additional deep cleaning and treatment required to restore the home for future guests



🕐 CHECK-IN & CHECK-OUT

✔ Check-in: After 4:00 PM · Early arrivals are subject to availability and may incur a fee

✔ Check-out: Before 10:00 AM · Late check-out will result in an additional night being charged



👶 CHILDREN & SUPERVISION

✔ Children must be supervised by an adult at all times

✔ Do not leave children unattended anywhere on the property



🚬 SMOKING

✔ No smoking indoors at any time

✔ Smoking is permitted outdoors only — please clean up afterward



🚽 PLUMBING

✔ Do not put trash, grease, or food down any sink, toilet, or the dishwasher

✔ Only toilet paper in toilets — no exceptions

✔ If a plumbing issue is determined to have been caused by improper disposal, the guest will be liable for all repair costs



📷 SECURITY & PROPERTY

✔ Two exterior security cameras are in place for guest safety (front porch + above garage) — do not tamper with them

✔ Cover all outdoor furniture when not in use

✔ Do not rearrange furniture inside or outside

✔ The lagoon area is strictly off-limits — it is not for guest use



✨ MOST IMPORTANTLY: Relax, explore the Bourbon Trail, and make memories that last a lifetime. We are so glad you are here!



Book Trailside Country Haven today and experience the best of Kentucky — world-class bourbon, fresh country air, and the kind of relaxation that only a true countryside retreat can deliver.