Bourbon Cottage, 2 BR, Downtown Historic Bardstown next to Bakery!

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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 41415 sq ft

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Parking available
Kitchen
Outdoor Space
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Explore the area

Bardstown, KY

Bardstown Civil War Museum
‪6 min walk‬
My Old Kentucky Home State Park
‪14 min walk‬
Heaven Hill Bourbon Heritage Center
‪4 min drive‬
Bardstown, KY (BRY-Samuels Field)
‪3 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Twin Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Garden

Dining area

About this property

The Bourbon Cottage is a fully restored 1905 Victorian one story cottage with many modern conveniences. Located in the heart of Historic Downtown Bardstown, 2 blocks from the court square you are within walking distance to shops, restaurants, historic attractions, museums, pubs and great nightlife!
The cottage is a great place to come in and relax from the Bourbon Trail. The Master Bedroom has a queen bed with luxurious linens and a pillow top mattress. The second bedroom has 2 twin beds with luxurious linens.
There are several rooms to relax with Flat Screen TV s , expanded cable T.V. and high speed internet.
A fully equipped kitchen has stainless steel appliances; refrigerator with water and ice on the door, electric stove, microwave, dishwasher, coffee pot. The kitchen is stocked with dishes, utensils and glassware, if you plan to cook, please bring any cooking equipment you will need.
You will find a coffee station with Regular, Decaf and Bourbon Coffee along with several teas. We provide a welcome snack basket with lots of goodies!
The Bathroom has a shower and a double vanity sink. We provide Towels, a hair dryer, shampoo, rinse, and body wash.
There is off-street parking at the Bourbon Cottage in the backyard in front of the garage.
Enjoy our Bourbon Coffee on the porch in the morning
or sip your favorite BOURBON cocktail on the side porch under the twinkle lights in the evening. Sit and experience why we are called the "Most Beautiful Small Town in America".
And don't forget to try Hadorn's Bakery right next door. Don't leave town until you've had a Yum Yum!

Property manager

Margaret Sue Masters

Languages

English

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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

Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Bardstown

Located in Bardstown, this cottage is in the city center. My Old Kentucky Home State Park Golf Course and Heaven Hill Bourbon Heritage Center are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit At Mary's and Shaq & Coco. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling.

Bardstown, KY

What's nearby

Bardstown Civil War Museum - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
My Old Kentucky Home State Park - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
My Old Kentucky Home State Park Golf Course - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
Bourbon Heritage Center - 4 min drive - 3.8 km
Heaven Hill Bourbon Heritage Center - 4 min drive - 3.8 km

Getting around

Louisville Intl. Airport (SDF) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
‪BJ's Steakhouse - ‬4 min drive
‪Dairy Queen - ‬3 min drive
‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬19 min walk
‪Burger King - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Bourbon Cottage, 2 BR, Downtown Historic Bardstown next to Bakery! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Bourbon Cottage, 2 BR, Downtown Historic Bardstown next to Bakery!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bourbon Cottage, 2 BR, Downtown Historic Bardstown next to Bakery!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Bourbon Cottage, 2 BR, Downtown Historic Bardstown next to Bakery! located?

Located in the heart of Bardstown, this cottage is steps from At Mary's and Shaq & Coco. Bardstown Art Gallery and Spalding Hall are also within 5 minutes.

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Thomas G.

Apr 15, 2025

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

Fun

Great old home to stay in for a weekend in Bardstown. Close to just about everything.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan M.

Jan 5, 2025

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

Relaxing Trip

My husband and I had a wonderful time celebrating our 15th wedding anniversary in Bardstown. The house was lovely. I loved the older interior design of the home, but it also was up to date in areas you would hope for. While we did dine out a couple times, we were appreciative of the full kitchen to prepare some of our meals in. I was grateful for our time to relx and rest!

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samantha R.

Nov 11, 2024

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

4 Nights

A nice stay!

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay O.

Nov 10, 2024

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Amazing stay!

Husband I stayed here during a last minute trip to the bourbon trail. We absolutely loved the location and the space was ideal. It was just the two of us but could have easily accommodated 2 more without feeling cramped. Loved being able to walk to dinner after a day of driving around. Margret Sue’s recommendations were great! For dinner we tried Talbott’s tavern and Scout and Scholar which were great and walkable. For local bars we did Volstead and Liam and Ashe, all very close and good as well. The bakery across the street was also amazing. Wish we had more time for the local shops but will have to wait until our next trip. Would stay here again in a heartbeat!

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen B.

Nov 6, 2024

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Amazing location

My goodness, what a sweet little place! We absolutely loved our stay and Margaret sue was such a wonderful host. Would stay here again!! Thank you!

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Oct 30, 2024

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Great downtown location.

Great location to downtown, everything is walkable. Only complaint was outside noise. The Tap room had a DJ on back patio which was quite loud on our Friday & Saturday night stay. The intersection in front was quite busy in morning with bakery traffic. The bakery was outstanding. Clean and very comfortable stay.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jw P.

Oct 2, 2024

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

Downtown Bardstown convenience

We enjoyed the hospitality provided By Margaret Sue. The cottage is cozy and comfortable. I only have one negative aspect to this cottage. Would be that the street between the bakery and the cottage is quite busy beginning at 7 am. The school buses were quite loud. If your up by then it would not be a problem. It is very quite at night. it isis gets quite busy when

Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

jimmy c.

Aug 22, 2024

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jimmy

fun time

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily M.

Aug 7, 2024

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Great

Margaret Sue made us feel as we were at home. The place was spotless.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda C.

Jul 23, 2024

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Outstanding cottage/location

A cozy and comfortable stay. Extremely clean and well stocked. Location is great….walking distance to downtown. Don’t miss out on the bakery directly across the street. Friendly neighborhood. We would definitely stay here again….Highly recommend.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

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Jul 17, 2024

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It was fine

The house was nice. The location was extremely convenient. It was an older home so smelled kind of musty. The queen bed was not our style… it was very noisy and we didn’t find it comfortable. The property manager was very kind and responsive.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angie B.

Jul 14, 2024

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Great location

The house was great with great history. The whole neighborhood is great. We loved walking to eat and shop. I felt very safe and comfortable. Beds were very comfortable and the house has plenty of room. The only problem is if you plan on cooking you might need to bring cookies sheets lucky I do this when I travel because I bake. The house is very clean and I love the kitchen sink I would recommend this house.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roscoe B.

Jul 2, 2024

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Bourbon Cottage

Loved this house and all decor inside. It was very clean. Has everything you need.really liked where it was located at in town. Walking distance to everything was close. Bakery is right across the street. Donuts are great. We will definitely stay at this house on our next trip.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey C.

Jul 1, 2024

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Cute place

Convenient walk to Bardstown square. Comfortable and nicely appointed. Only drawback, which was minor for us two couples, was having a single bathroom. Our second stay here and highly recommended.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Missy M.

Jun 10, 2024

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Best friend Getaway

Everything was clean. Bardstown was having a low water pressure issue during our stay. Margaret Sue stopped by with a gallon of water, which was very nice.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tosha M.

May 29, 2024

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Tosha Moon

We enjoyed our stay , the home was very lovely and comfortable. Superhost and would love to visit again.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn P.

Apr 16, 2024

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Sister visit

The best

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joan O.

Apr 8, 2024

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Lovely stay!

This was our second time staying in the Bourbon Cottage. We fell in love with it - and the charming town - even more the second time around! Margaret Sue is a great host!

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

K T.

Feb 27, 2024

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Nice home in great location

House is very clean, had everything we needed for our stay, and is in a super location right in town. Weather was nice so we got to enjoy the side and front porches as well. Check in was as easy as it gets and check out was even easier. Had a great stay and would definitely stay here again!

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenny M.

Aug 28, 2023

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Great location, adorable historic house

We’ve stayed here twice in the past three years and it’s great. The exterior is charming as is the interior. The kitchen is great to cook in, the bathroom is spacious, and the bed is super comfy! There is some street noise to contend with but we don’t find it outrageous. The location is just one block off the Main Street where the shops and restaurants are. The Scout & Scholar brewery is less than a block away and has a really lovely courtyard if the weather is nice. If you like hiking it’s just a short drive to Bernheim Forest. Margaret Sue is a very gracious and responsive host. There’s a large binder in the kitchen with plenty of info you might need. There is coffee and snacks waiting on the counter, and bottled waters in the fridge. We will gladly stay again!

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emily M.

Jul 30, 2023

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Outstanding!

The home is prettier than the photos. It was the perfect place for us to stay with an ideal location. I would absolutely stay here again.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather D.

Jul 24, 2023

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Great Stay in Bardstown!

Our family thoroughly enjoyed our stay in the Bourbon Cottage! The location is perfect for exploring downtown via walking, the neighborhood is gorgeous, and the bakery next door is yummy. The cottage was super clean with all the necessary amenities and lots of extra thoughtful touches. Sipping cocktails on the front and side porches was the perfect way to end each day. We would definitely stay here again!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gayle G., Akron

Jul 20, 2023

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Birthday Trip

The house is lovely and close to shopping and restaurants. We enjoyed the lovely cottage and it was bigger than we imagined.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

John S., Indiana

May 16, 2023

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Spring Getaway

This house is beautiful. It has all the modern features of today but also reflects the historical nature of Bardstown and early Kentucky. The beds, couches, chairs were all super comfortable, and we definitely enjoyed sitting out on the covered porch. The location could not be better. It is right in the historical downtown area. There are shops and restaurants within a few hundred feet and a bakery right across the street. The food was excellent. Highly recommend the Scout and Scholar (closest to the house) and Mammys kitchen

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie R.

Apr 30, 2023

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Fantastic Stay

The house was everything we had hoped for! A better location and amenities can’t be found for Bardstown!

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

About the host

Hosted by Margaret Sue Masters

Hello, I am Margaret Sue Masters and I along with my husband, Michael Masters, known as "The Colonel", have bought and restored the Bourbon Cottage in 2015. We have been in the hospitality business for over 20 years in Bardstown. We have revived and restored 4 cottages for vacation rentals in the historic district of downtown Bardstown.
In 2004 we bought and restored the Chapeze House, circa 1787, downtown off the court square. In 2010 we converted this property into the Kentucky Bourbon House, a Boutique Hotel wtih charming private suites. We also conduct in the Bourbon Bar 2 classes: Bourbon University and Bourbon Mixology twice daily Mon-Sat. We also host intimate wedding ceremonies and elopement packages. Couples can choose to marry in the elegant parlor or in the formal garden that makes up the backyard.
Come and experience our "Hospitality Kentucky Style"......

Why they chose this property

I have loved this cottage and property it sits on for over 25 years. When it finally came on the market I jumped at the chance to own and restore it back to its GLORY! Flaget Avenue is one of Bardstown's premier addresses right in the heart of downtown Historic Bardstown. Sit on the porch and take in all the sites , sounds and smells (Hadorn's Bakery being next door!) that makes Bardstown truly a magical place to visit.

What makes this property unique

Bardstown is a busy little town! Our downtown has limited parking, however, Bourbon Cottage answers that parking deliemma. It's downtown close to all the attractions, restaurants, bars and nightlife, but the great thing about this cottage is you can walk and never move your car from the driveway. You are right in the thick of it all but with no parking hassles!!!