Title: The Barn Loft at Catawba Farm - 30 min from the Ark Encounter Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The Barn Loft at Catawba Farm - 30 min from the Ark Encounter ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108930000/108929300/108929254/163fd8a0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108930000/108929300/108929254/68863c5c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108930000/108929300/108929254/95f15739.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108930000/108929300/108929254/80f05742.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108930000/108929300/108929254/98a011af.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Nestled beside a serene 1-acre pond, this rustic barn loft retreat offers captivating views and a tranquil setting. Step inside to discover an open-plan living area with exposed beams, concrete floors, and large windows that flood the space with natural light. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 111800 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Washer - Dryer - Kitchen - Barbecue grill - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### The Barn Loft at Catawba Farm - 30 min from the Ark Encounter Escape to a unique blend of rustic charm and modern sophistication in our stunning barn loft! Nestled beside a beautiful 1 acre pond, the loft offers an unparalleled retreat with captivating views and a tranquil setting. Step inside to discover a spacious, open-plan living area featuring exposed beams, sleek concrete floors, and large windows that flood the space with natural light. The interior combines industrial elegance with Spanish-inspired touches. Just outside you can enjoy your beautiful 1 acre swimming pond or take a hike on our 2.5 mile Catawba Farm loop nature trail where you can explore the farm including another stocked fishing pond, multiple Licking River access points and all the many wildlife and scenic views the farm has to offer. At the Patriot Barn(red, white and blue roof) you can visit Jack our rescue donkey, Big T the bull, The 3 Little Pigs and our two Tennessee Fainting Goats Darryl and Donnie. Jack loves apples and other fruits and vegetables, Big T loves to be fed hay and the pigs...they will eat anything. Keep in mind this is an operating farm and you may see farmers and workers come and go time to time. If the river conditions allow for it we offer canoe trips or river raft rides without leaving the valley. Farmer Rob the neighbor who owns Gravett Farms can come pick you up. He will guide you to and help you in at a river access point on his property and your trip will finish up at our Licking River access. Approximately 2.5 mile trip ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 2.5 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - 2 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Things to do - Kayak - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Swimming nearby - Winery tours nearby ### 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) ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Double-glazed windows - Energy-saving switches in guestrooms - Garden - Unit size: 1,800 square feet ## Policies ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 2 total pets ### 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 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 ## About the area Butler is home to this holiday home. Rose Hill Farm Winery and Eagle Creek Country Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Ark Encounter and Ararat Ridge Zoo. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails. [Visit our Butler travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Butler.dx553248634998814544) [View more Holiday homes in Butler](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Butler-Private-Holiday-Homes.d553248634998814544-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=38.719563,-84.331825&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:khjkFz%60vaO%3FQ%3FS%40U%3FS%40S%40S%3FSBS%40S%40Q%40SBSBSBSBQBSBSBQDSDQBSDQDSDQDQFQDQFQFQDQHOFQFOFOHQFOHOFOHOHOJMHOHMHOJMHMJMJMJKJMJKJKJMJKLKJILILKJILILKLGLILILELILGNGLELGLENENELELENENCLCNCNCNCLANCN%3FNANALANAN%3FN%3FN%3FL%3FN%40N%40N%40N%40N%3FLBN%40NBNBLBNBNBLDNDLDNDLDNDLFLDLFNFLHLDLHLHLHJHLHLHLJJHLHJJJJLLJJJJJLJJHLJLJLHLJNHLHNHLHNHNHNFNHNFPHNFNFPFNFPFPDPFPDPFPDPDRBPDRDPBRDPBRBRBPBRBR%40R%40RBP%40R%40R%40R%40R%3FR%40R%3FT%3FR%3FP%3FR%3FR%3FTAR%3FRARARARARCPARARCRCRCPCRCREPCREPERCPEREPGPEPGPEPGPGPGNGPGNINGPINGNINININILINILKNILKLKLIJKLKJKLKJMLKJKJMHKHMJMHMHKHMHMHMHMDMHOFMFMDMFODMDODMDODMDOBOBMBOBOBO%40MBO%3FO%40O%40O%40O%3FM%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FMAOAOAO%3FOCMAOCOCOCMCOCOEMEMEOEOEMEMGMEOGMGMIMEMIMIMGMKMIKIMKMIKIMKKKKMKKKKKMKMKKKMIMKMIOIMIOKMIOIOGOIOGOIQGOGOGQIOEQGQGQEQGQEQEQESEQCSEQESCQCSCSCQCSCSCSASAQASCS%3FSASAS%3FSAU%3FS%3FS&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=ZoeTSRrizE0nqNo6BDKoMCJF1YE=) Falmouth, KY ### What's nearby - Rose Hill Farm Winery - 17 min drive - 6.0 miles - Kincaid Lake State Park - 30 min drive - 14.0 miles - Williamstown Lake - 45 min drive - 20.8 miles - Ark Encounter - 47 min drive - 24.2 miles - Dry Ridge Outlet Mall - 51 min drive - 26.4 miles ### Getting around - Cincinnati, OH (LUK-Cincinnati Municipal - Lunken Field) - 54 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Shell - ‬19 min drive - ‪Howard's Place - ‬15 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min drive - ‪Shell - ‬15 min drive - ‪El Paso Mexican Restaurant - ‬15 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Barn Loft at Catawba Farm - 30 min from the Ark Encounter pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). ### Where is The Barn Loft at Catawba Farm - 30 min from the Ark Encounter located? > Situated in Butler, this holiday home is 4.5 mi (7.2 km) from Rose Hill Farm Winery and 11.2 mi (18 km) from Kincaid Lake State Park. Williamstown Lake and Ohio River are also within 20 miles (32 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Barn Loft at Catawba Farm - 30 min from the Ark Encounter Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.8 Cleanliness ### 9.6 Location 10 - Excellent 12 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sue R. 31 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Vacation Loved the porch and pond ##### Sue R. Stayed 7 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Teresa S. 15 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great get away Beautiful and peaceful property with sweet animals who love some attention ##### Teresa S. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### John H. 19 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family trip Wonderful stay. Very clean. Lots of fresh air and privacy. Kids loved to use the canoe in the pond. ##### John H. Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stacy F. 21 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A little piece of heaven If you love nature, animals, peace and tranquility…this is the place for you! What a beautiful home! Just like the pics. The barn, the pond, the nature trails…we could not have asked for more! ##### Stacy F. Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lauren R. 15 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Ark Encounter Trip We had the best time staying here during our visit to the Ark Encounter. The house set up was great for our group of teens and being on a farm was perfect cause it gave them room to roam. The pond was beautiful too! I’ll recommend this listing to everyone asking where to stay while visiting the Ark! ##### Lauren R. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Haylee P. 21 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing Stay! Overall, had a great experience and time. Out of the 7 days in Kentucky our favorite day was the one spent at the house enjoying the property and swimming/fishing in the pond. Owner is extremely responsive. When our grill propane tank was empty a new one was delivered within 20 mins. Highly recommend ##### Haylee P. Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jackson F. 4 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Awesome House The house was awesome with the pond and the farm animals! So private and quiet! Beautiful and clean house. Very friendly owners and quick to respond to questions. ##### Jackson F. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Faye T. 22 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy #### It’s away from bigger towns make sure you take what you need It was clean owner very responsive when in need of something. There was a smell in the laundry room and we did deal with some flies it was cold that day so they made there way in . Remember it is in the country away from stores It was very nice inside . ##### Faye T. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kaelyn R. 28 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing property, great for large families We stayed here with our 9 children to go to the Ark & it was perfect. We enjoyed the evening/morning here better than the actual Ark. The property is beautiful, my older kids loved kayaking on the pond, wish we would have brought fishing poles, there was a barn full of farm animals my littles enjoyed, my husband watched turkeys in the mornings, and I personally loved the trains right coming/going outside my window. This is perfect for large families or get togethers, perfectly stocked for many people, they even had games and a football, and the drive out was gorgeous. Theres also a trail we didn’t get to enjoy but I bet is great. I couldn’t imagine anyone being disappointed in booking this place, all my kids, ages 6-21, said it was their favorite place we’ve stayed even out of the beach and mountains! ##### Kaelyn R. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joel C. 3 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Little Slice of Country Charm I traveled with my family of 7. Children ages 14-6. The pond had life vest provided for all ages, much appreciated. The home was clean and well furnished. The host was very prompt and beyond helpful. The drive to The Ark was 28mins and The Creation Museum was under an hour. The animals were gentle and sweet. We fed them produce each night. The property was well maintained. We plan on visiting again!! Adding there is another rental on the same farm if you are looking for 2 houses I HIGHLY suggest this host/property. One home is 11 Guest and the other at 10 gives enough space for even the largest of families!! ##### Joel C. 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