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JC’s Cottage is less than 5 minutes from The Ark Encounter!

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor dining
Interior
Dining
Smart TV

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4139 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Williamstown, KY
  • Place, William Arnold Log House
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Webb Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Ark Encounter
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cincinnati, OH (CVG-Cincinnati - Northern Kentucky Intl.)
    ‪39 min drive‬

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A homey haven, perfectly located between the Ark and the Creation Museum.

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

JC’s Cottage is less than 5 minutes from The Ark Encounter!

JC’s Cottage is safely nestled in the heart of WILLIAMSTOWN only 5 minutes from The Ark Encounter & a short drive to The Creation Museum. We are located in the Golden Triangle! It’s an easy drive to Cincinnati, Lexington or Louisville! JC’s Cottage has been newly remodeled and has been a labor of love for our family. Relax after a day of site seeing in the area. JC’s is located 1 min from downtown WILLIAMSTOWN where you will find restaurants and shopping. Close to the Bourbon Trail, too! We do have a "Blink" camera installed on the front porch next to outdoor light, which is next to the front door.
During your stay at this cottage, you'll be within walking distance of William Arnold Log House. A kitchen and a patio are available in the cottage.
  • Air-conditioned cottage with kitchen, patio and living room
  • Within a 15-minute walk of William Arnold Log House and Webb Park

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • In-room accessibility
  • No lift
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 1,500 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please Leave any bed you sleep in unmade
Please text 859-620-7652 when you depart
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

JC’s Cottage is less than 5 minutes from The Ark Encounter! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 56 out of 56 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 56 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 56 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 56 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 56 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Carol W.

Liked: Cleanliness
This home is absolutely beautiful and cozy—truly our taste. Simple, clean, and elegant. It is conveniently located close to Noah’s Ark and about a 35 minute drive from the creation museum. There is also Walmart about 10 minutes away. The kitchen has everything you need to cook. Ms. Gina is amazing.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason M., Cambridge, Ontario

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful and quaint home, clean and well stocked for a nice stay. Host was communicative, caring and concise. We had everything we needed before and during our stay. The home is very near to the Ark Encounter which is an excellent bonus since that was the reason for us visiting the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frank S., Lumberton usa

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean and great place to stay. Highly recommend!!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jo F.

Liked: Cleanliness
My sisters and I came to Kentucky to visit the Ark Encounter. This beautiful cottage made our trip so nice!!! Our host was helpful and easy to reach! She helped us with places for dinner. The cottage was very clean and the coffee bar was well stocked. We had everything we needed. Thank you for sharing your lovely home with us!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

David B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very good communication, clean and very comfy.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane S.

Liked: Cleanliness
This place is adorable and so cozy. Felt like home away from home! It came highly recommended by some friends and I am so glad we chose to stay here. You will not be disappointed!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gay P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home! Handicap accessible. Very clean and well stocked. As soon as we walked in it felt like home. Communication with Host was excellent. Highly recommend this home to anyone coming to see The Ark as it is 5 minutes away. You will not be disappointed!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cari D.

Liked: Cleanliness
The property was just as described. It's close to many great places to visit and eat, yet offers the serenity of a quiet neighborhood. The hosts provided all the basic necessities plus extras like a fully stocked coffee bar and spices that were especially great with breakfast foods. We'd definitely visit again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roseanne P., cleveland SC

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean, thoughtful, essentials met, quaint, peaceful and lovely
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyed the closeness to the Ark Encounter.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teri V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Such a cute cozy home
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danielle C., Oceanside

Liked: Cleanliness
We loved our stay here! Super easy check in! Gina left the light on for us cause we checked in really late from travels! We stocked up at Walmart the next day. The beds were so big and comfy pillows. Kitchen was so cute and classy.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very clean. Could use more dish clothes and towels
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jimmy C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our stay was cozy and comfortable. We especially appreciated the warmth and hospitality feeling in the home. Gina really thought about the smallest of details to make her guests feel welcome while preserving her grandmother’s memories around the home. Clean towels, spacious bathroom and comfortable beds. One of the best VRBO experience we’ve had. Perfect location to the Ark Encounter.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Penny P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Home away from home. Beds were too firm for us but still a great place.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan W.

Liked: Cleanliness
The home was very clean.was a very nice place to stay.easy access to road amd main town.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved everything about this house. Gina was amazing! The town is beautiful! We will definitely stay here again next time we visit the Ark!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy H.

Liked: Cleanliness
The house is adorable. It was a wonderful place to stay in Williamstown.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stan and Maggie M., Fryburg, PA

Liked: Cleanliness
We loved this cottage, and it will be in our memories for so long, as a favorite. Communication with the host was easy and key! The community was lovely, and the places we visited were great, but the place you stay is everything! The beds were comfortable, the layout was great and it was decorated with great taste.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
All we needed. Very responsive host. Comfortable. Tastefully decorated
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fred g.

Liked: Cleanliness
We were here for a wedding. The house was perfect. Had all the amenities of a home. Very clean. Comfortable beds. Neighborhood was very quiet as well.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fun time

We really enjoyed our trip. The house accommodations topped it off. Having a safe comfortable place to stay made the trip that much more enjoyable.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lloyd F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Ark Encounter

Property was clean and in a safe neighborhood. Close to the Ark Encounter.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Super Comfy & Cozy Home

We had a wonderful stay in this home! The beds are a nice memory foam and with comfortable pillows, it made for a good nights sleep. The decor is really nice and it truly felt like 'home'. Love the fully supplied kitchen & coffee bar including the 'to go' cups. :) The bathroom shower was great and the shower head was high enough for my tall husband. Nightlights in the bathroom didn't work when the switch on the wall was off. But there are nightlights in the kitchen that supplied light in the hallway and into bathroom. So not a big deal unless you need a lot of nightlight in the bathroom. The community is also nice and we felt safe taking a walk in the evening. Chatted with some neighbors along the way too. The Ark Encounter is very close (about 4 miles away). Not too many restaurants (or we just didn't find them) but a Cracker Barrell is a short 8 minute drive. Gina, host of JC Cottage, kindly gave us a little history of this home. Thank you Gina! Loved being in your Grandma's renovated home! We experienced both a fresh updated space as well as the warm history (like the beautiful wood throughout the home). I highly recommend staying in this comfy & cozy home! I'd stay again in a heartbeat!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025