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The Shady Pine @ Barren River Lake, KY~ Luxury Cabin, Hot Tub, Mammoth Cave

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Exterior with Covered Porch
We supply the firewood!
Relax under the covered porch
Outdoor shower
Plenty of seating options

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81902 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Fountain Run, KY
  • Barren River Lake
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Barren River Lake State Resort Park
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • National Corvette Museum
    ‪50 min drive‬
  • Glasgow, KY (GLW-Glasgow Municipal)
    ‪38 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

1st Floor Bedroom

1 King Bed

2nd Floor Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2nd Floor Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Loft

2 Twin Beds

2 bathrooms

2nd Floor Bath

Toilet · Shower only

First Floor Full Bath

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area

About this property

The Shady Pine @ Barren River Lake, KY~ Luxury Cabin, Hot Tub, Mammoth Cave

****SPRING/SUMMER SPECIAL****
March thru August- stay 2 nights during the week (Sun-Weds) and get 3rd night FREE

**Military Discount**
10% off nightly rate, any time of the year

Ready to book? It's easy! Send me a message and I will send you an invoice that reflects the seasonal special.

We're excited to share The Shady Pine with you! Whether you've spent the day boating on beautiful Barren River Lake or seeing the nearby sites, you'll be excited to return and relax in this beautiful wooded setting.

The cabin is newly furnished and extra cozy. It's well equipped with lightning fast fiber optic WIFI, Smart TV, a full kitchen, coffee bar, and an extra-long dining table. All beds are brand new and all linens are white. Outside you'll find the hot tub, firepit, and lots of rocking chairs and seating options.

There is a ping-pong table, corn hole boards, mini air-hockey table, old time record player, TV with video games and a DVD player with movies in the garage. Great spot for kids or to flip open the garage doors on a nice day and enjoy time with family and friends. You will also find an old-timey, hand crank, ice cream maker for your use.

Outdoors, there are lots of relaxing options from the covered porch, outdoor breakfast table, rocking chairs, and firepit. And, don't forget the hot tub!

There are several marinas who rent by the hour or day. The Shady Pine is located 1.5 miles from Browns Ford boat ramp. Plenty of parking and trailer storage.

We have two, adult-size KAYAKS for your use during boating season (April 15-Oct 15). We will also provide (2) adult-size life jackets,(2) child-size life jackets, and oars.

**Please note: Our walkway to the cove is 120 steps and may be difficult for small children or some older people to manage.

Cove Conditions:
Please Note: Barren River Lake is at summer pool April 15-Oct 15. Our cove varies in depth during this time from 3' to 30' depending on how much rain we get and the Corp of Engineers. We are at the lower/fishing end of the lake, always good for kayaking during summer pool.

Our cove could be dry during Oct 15-March 15. But, still a great atmosphere and plenty of nature to explore.


We're conveniently located:
- 20 min to Barren River Lake State Lodge
- 45 min. to National Corvette Museum in Bowling Green, KY
- 35 min to Mammoth Cave National Park/Cave City
- 35 min to Kentucky Down Under
- 25 min to Winding Stairs Hiking Trails, Lafayette, TN
- 30 min to WKU
- 1.5 hours to Bardstown, KY and Jim Beam and Maker's Mark Distilleries
- 1.25 hours to Nashville
- 2 hours to Louisville

And, don't miss the local sites:

~ A & M Amish Store- (Seasonal produce, fresh baked goods)
~ Kenney's Cheese Farm- (cows milked like you've never seen and the best gourmet cheese selection in KY)
~ Paradise Point Marketplace (voted quirkiest restaurant in KY)
~ Wynding Stairs Nature Trails (great hike!)
~ Barren River Lake State Lodge- rent a boat for the day! (marina, horseback riding, golf, beach)
- Downing's Cattle Farm-order ahead- have a cook-out!
- Easy daytrip to Nashville, TN

At The Shady Pine, we're committed to your comfort and fun!

Property manager

Melissa & Mary
Premier Host

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Amenities

Hot Tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 16
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Fountain Run

Located in Fountain Run, this cabin is on the waterfront. Plaza Theatre and Monroe County Historical Society Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Fort Williams and Old Mulkey State Park. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Fountain Run, KY

What's nearby

  • Barren River Lake - 19 min drive - 19.1 km
  • Barren River Lake State Resort Park - 19 min drive - 19.4 km
  • National Corvette Museum - 50 min drive - 58.0 km
  • Mammoth Cave National Park - 50 min drive - 63.7 km
  • Beech Bend Park - 58 min drive - 59.6 km

Restaurants

  • ‪The Country Bakery - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Duffer's BBQ - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Mountain Valley Water - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Paradise Point Market Place - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Ann's Old Mill Restaurant - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Shady Pine @ Barren River Lake, KY~ Luxury Cabin, Hot Tub, Mammoth Cave pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Shady Pine @ Barren River Lake, KY~ Luxury Cabin, Hot Tub, Mammoth Cave ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Shady Pine @ Barren River Lake, KY~ Luxury Cabin, Hot Tub, Mammoth Cave ?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Shady Pine @ Barren River Lake, KY~ Luxury Cabin, Hot Tub, Mammoth Cave located?

Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly cabin is within 12 mi (20 km) of Scottsville Cemetery, Barren River Lake, and Barren River Lake State Resort Park. Allen County Courthouse is 10.1 mi (16.3 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

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

Perfect Spring Break Getaway

Beautiful cabin tucked into a private area of the lake. The cabin was decorated very tastefully and we had everything we needed to feel comfortable and at home. My daughter loved the game room downstairs and hot tub. She also liked fishing in the lake. Gorgeous views from the cabin.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

penny f.

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

Excellent experience

Our second time at this cabin! Always so clean and friendly and they think of all the “little things” that make it a truly enjoyable visit!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie G.

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

Another Lovely Stay at our Home away from home

This was our third trip to the Shady Pine because we love it so much. :) As always, it was a wonderful stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin C.

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

Loved it!!

Stayed here for a very relaxed bachelorette party/girls weekend. The cabin was fantastic (we were all very impressed)! Melissa was great about sending us a list of things to do in the area and responded quickly. The cabin was super clean and very well stocked with all of the essentials plus a ton of games, s’more supplies, and an “in case you forgot something” basket. The beds were comfortable (even the day bed). Many of us said we would love to return for another trip. Reception isn’t great at the cabin/the surrounding area but we all had a good WiFi connection :) You may have to drive a little ways to get to things to do/restaurants, but we didn’t mind this at all… the surrounding area is very pretty. Wish we could have stayed longer. Would 100% recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

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

Thanksgiving getaway

This beautiful & well appointed cabin is all it is described as, and more! All of my family, ages 10 & up 6 of us) thoroughly enjoyed our stay here. So very relaxing with the fireplace, hot tub, games galore and hiking! We also visited Kenny’s cheese farm! This cabin & location is a wonderful place to celebrate any holiday!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

amy h.

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

Wonderful Fall Break

It was beautiful, clean, the “extras” of s’mores, fire pit materials, hot tub towels, the bin full of personal care items commonly left at home were above and beyond any VRBO we have ever stayed in. Thank you to our hospitable hosts and we will be visiting again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Margaret C.

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

Great House in the woods

The house is beautiful. The surrounding area is beautiful. The house is well stocked so everything you need, was very peaceful. We walked down to the lake and the garage/basement with all the games and things in it was an amazing asset. We had a wonderful time.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carley D.

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

Perfect!

The cabin is beautiful! All our expectations were met and exceeded during our three-night stay. Four teenagers were never bored, even on a rainy day! We live within an hour's drive and will definitely return.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mackenzie P.

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

Beautiful cabin with all the amenities

We had a great time at Shady Pines, with 3 generations coming together for a relaxing and fun lake weekend! The cabin was beautifully decorated and full of thoughtful details to make our stay perfect. Thanks for opening your space to us to make memories! Would love to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin H.

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

Peaceful

A nice getaway and peaceful location
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

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

New years

Nice relaxing stay
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aylissia W.

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

Best cabin we ever stayed at!

This cabin comes fully packed with everything you could possibly need. It was a great place for us to stay at. I highly recommend this place to everyone!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Annette M.

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

Perfect anniversary getaway

We had such a relaxing time in this beautiful cabin for our anniversary, everything was thoughtful and cozy, one of the best vrbo’s we have ever stayed. We can’t wait to come back (or build a cabin just like this one!)
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lynn L.

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

We love Shady Pines!

This is our third time back to stay at Shady Pines, and it did not disappoint! The hosts do an amazing job with personal touches, amenities, and thoughtfulness. It is a great location for any type of getaway—friends, family, etc. I know we’ll be back because we love it so much!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

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

Fabulous

Fabulous place. Organized and they have thought of everything. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terri O.

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

Cabin retreat

We loved the cabin! It was fun and beautiful! The outside deck was relaxing and welcoming! So much to do in the basement with games and ping pong! Great for children and adults! We would love to return!! Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy H.

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

Weekend getaway!

We had a wonderful time at the cabin! Every little detail was perfect. This place is perfect for a relaxing getaway. We will definitely stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Starla L.

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

Relaxing getaway

Our experience was excellent from beginning to end!!! Definitely recommend this cabin experience for anyone!!!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ben H.

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

Great for families

Beautiful cabin, fully stocked and all the amenities, very well kept and decorated. My family enjoyed the hot tub, walking down the boardwalk to the cove, and proximity to our tours. Perfect stay for visiting Mammoth Cave NP, Kentucky Down Under and the National Corvette Museum.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Greg W.

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

Beautiful, secluded, lake front house

Great location with lots to do to connect with family. Awesome game room, spacious deck with lake view, BBQ and hot tub. Spacious kitchen and dining room for family meals.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia W.

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

60th Birthday Celebration

The house, deck, porch and property were wonderful and tastefully decorated and landscaped. It was so relaxing and had everything we needed down to comfy pillows and top quality bedding. It is quite a climb to go fishing but managable. There were 3 couples, we felt right at home and had a WONDERFUL time. We made great memories with great friends!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shari G.

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

Lakeside retreat

The most well stocked property we have ever stayed in. The owner thought of everything!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carrie C.

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

Thanks again!

We love it here!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katy S.

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

Loved every minute!

It’s a great retreat place and within driving distance of some wonderful activities like Mammoth Cave and Barren River State Park! Hope to be back again soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kelly M.

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

Picturesque setting in the woods

The property was beautiful. The house was immaculate and had everything you would need. The owners were very helpful and knowledgeable about the area. The house is a little off the beaten path, but perfect for our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

About the host

Hosted by Melissa & Mary

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The Shady Pine is a joint venture between two lifelong friends that live in Louisville, KY. We searched lake property at Barren River Lake for over 3 years. Not kidding! The real estate agents and builders will vouch for us. :) We knew we loved the lake, but soon figured out that we loved the area as well, and especially the people. We could not be happier with our choice.

Why they chose this property

It's a cabin in the woods, by a lake. You just can't beat that!

What makes this property unique

The Shady Pine is a retreat from your everyday life. It's a place where you can relax, enjoy nature, connect with family and friends, all in comfort.

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests