Family-friendly holiday rentals in Shelbyville

Lake Refuge near Louisville & Bourbon Trail #52

Cottage 52 is a bright and comfy 3 bedroom/3 bath cottage, fully equipped and furnished with extras and a hot tub on the rear deck. This cottage offers a new hot tub, HD tv, and DirecTV with 200 HD channels. Cottage 52 sleeps up to 8 people and stocked with everything you will need to recharge. Escape the commotion and routine of the city, and immerse yourself in a new environment, surrounded by nature and wildlife. This lakeside cottage will have you forgetting about your worries in no time .

On The Rocks

Ultimate in privacy, yet two minutes from downtown Frankfort! This cabin-style home (think Gatlinburg!) sits on three wooded acres. Long, rambling decks on three sides (one covered, one fully screened, one open air). Our adjacent farm surrounds the property, making it even more private. This home sits high on a bluff above downtown Frankfort & the Kentucky River (our farm borders on the river). Just three miles to Buffalo Trace Distillery (if you could fly, it's way closer than that!)

Close to all the popular distilleries Perfect Spot

Ultra Luxury downtown 2 BR loft, spacious enough for 5 adults. Located in quaint Downtown Shelbyville, KY, you are in the heart of the bluegrass near major distilleries and race tracks and close to coffee shops, restaurants and bars right on the same block. You can't go wrong with this unique loft for its decor and proximity to everything. Close to all distilleries on the eastern part of the Trail and centrally located to all distilleries in the state. Come see what this space has to offer

Historic Cabin by Bourbon Trail

Historic, unique, tasteful and serene - the Edward Tyler house, ca. 1783, is a stone cabin 20 minutes SE of Louisville on 13 acre estate. Near the famous bourbon trail, rental includes full cabin and large screen porch overlooking pond with fountain. First floor has living/dining/kitchen space with small sofa bed and stone fireplace (gas); queen bed and full bath on second floor. American and European antique furnishings and fine art welcome you to fully updated home with central HVAC.

Bourbon Trail: Caboose on the Farm

Nestled under the shadows of trees on a working cattle farm, The Southern x525 Caboose is now resting in the heart of the Bourbon Trail. Maintaining the industrial feel of an authentic caboose, while bringing in the warmth of handcrafted woodwork design, the Caboose on the Farm creates a unique experience like no other! Queen bed, twin bunkbeds, full bath, kitchenette. Beautiful outdoor pavilion with grill and fire pit. Working cattle farm, see cattle, goats, a donkey, a horse, and a pig!

The Carriage - Quaint Haven steps to the Capitol

Your perfect Kentucky getaway starts here. Tucked in Historic Frankfort, this charming Parisian-inspired retreat is minutes from 13 renowned bourbon distilleries, the Kentucky Capitol, and downtown favorites. Spend your days tasting, exploring, and discovering local history, then unwind with a glass of your perfect drink on your private bistro deck. Thoughtfully designed for comfort and relaxation, this cozy hideaway is the ideal home base for an unforgettable Bourbon Country escape.

KY’s #1 Wishlisted Stay-Treehouse and outdoor tubs

Escape to Kentucky’s 2026 most wishlisted Airbnb! A romantic treetop getaway with two outdoor tubs, twinkle lights, and a peaceful setting made for reconnecting. The treehouse features a large glass rolling garage door allowing stunning views of the sunset. The highlight is undoubtedly the double tubs overlooking the creek. ✔ Queen Bed ✔ Outdoor Deck with Seating ✔ Double Outdoor Bathtubs ✔ Outdoor Shower ✔ Composting Toilet ✔ Creek Access ✔ Indoor Cooking Station ✔ Hot Water

Cottage of Eden. Bourbon Trail Stay in Shelby Co.

Listen to the birds sing as the walkway guides you to your quaint cottage getaway. Take in nature, as you’re surrounded by trees, near our sweet chicken coop and a creek that flows down from the deck - all while only 10min from town. Special touches were added of Kentucky Derby photos, books, kitchenware, Bourbon Trail glasses and bourbon barrel heads with local distilleries. The dining table top is even made of wood from Shelby County’s own Bulleit Distilling Company.

Hidden View Cabin

Welcome to Hidden View Cabin, a delightful cabin where seeing wildlife and listening to the sounds of nature are yours to enjoy! Take the scenic drive down the gravel lane to this private and peaceful place located among pine trees and overlooking a one acre pond. Whether you have come to relax and get away from it all or want to visit the many attractions throughout central Kentucky this is the place for you. Only 20 minutes from Lawrenceburg.

My Old Kentucky Dome

An elevated camping “glamping” experience. This brand-new one of a kind geodesic dome is located on a private road that leads you to an overlook featuring one of the most beautiful countryside views in Kentucky. While this getaway experience is nestled deep in the woods, it is also a close drive to all the conveniences you can imagine. This is an off the grid outdoor experience with a ½ mile gravel road including a steep hill. AWD or 4WD advised.

Bourbon Country Cabin

Nestled in the Heart of Bourbon Country sitting on 80 acres of Kentucky woodlands this charming loft style cabin makes a great central location to visit all the local distilleries on the Kentucky Bourbon Trail! Enjoy exploring the walking trails, creek, and the property while you stay in a peaceful cabin in the woods! Check out our other listing too if you have a large group and would like to book both rentals. Bourbon Country Cottage

Sip on bourbon in the hot tub! +hiking & game shed

A charmingly unique taste of KY waits for you at this peaceful log cabin! Perfect for those wanting to explore the 🥃Bourbon Trail🥃 or other nearby tourist attractions, While still featuring plentiful amenities on site, such as: - A hot tub - Private 1/4 mile hiking trail - Game shed - Fire pit - Covered porch - Wooded picnic area And more! Your next adventure is just a peaceful countryside drive away at the Kentucky Bourbon Den!