Off-Grid Solar Lakefront House/Private 80+ Wooded Acres On Nolin Lake | House in Bee Spring

9.0 (14 Reviews) |   4 Bedrooms  2 Bathrooms  12 Guests  Stay&Play
Bee Spring House | Off-Grid Solar Lakefront House/Private 80+ Wooded Acres On Nolin Lake

4 Bedroom House in Bee Spring

Get away from it all at "Disaway", an eco-friendly, privately owned lakefront house on 80+ protected acres of forest on Nolin Lake, absolutely ideal for Lake Lovers and Nature Lovers alike. *****ABSOLUTELY FANTASTIC TO VISIT IN THE FALL AND WINTER. (Lake is drawn down in winter for flood control but the privacy is unmatched)
This one-of-a-kind off-grid solar-powered house (w/ back-up generator) was one of the first ever solar houses in the state of Kentucky, yet possesses almost all amenities of modern society except two: it has NO TELEVISION/WIFI and NO NEIGHBORS (But excellent cell reception for most). Over 80+ acres, most of which can never be developed, associated with the house makes this opportunity like no other. A respite here provides an extremely comfortable place to experience the nature of Kentucky, long lakefront accessed via a gentle slope, extensive decking and patios, star-gazing deck, screened porch, over 3/4 miles of lakefront, skiing/tubing, fishing, hiking trails right outside your backdoor, and on-site bird watching. You will have nearby access to boat rentals, horse riding, golf, and Mammoth Cave National Park.
Immerse yourself in the paths through the private woods providing miles of exploring the natural surroundings. A sample of bird sightings on the property include Bald Eagles, Osprey, Kingfishers, Scarlet and Summer Tanagers, Indigo Buntings, Whippoorwills, Bob Whites, 5+ varieties of woodpeckers, 4-5 hawk species, cranes. . . the list goes on and on. The mature forest is home to deer, turkey, bobcats, and raccoons, among others (no bears). Over 20 types of native wildflowers were noted to be in bloom in one day within 150 feet of the garage. Use the provided kayaks (and life jackets) to explore the longest privately-owned shoreline on the main part of Nolin Lake or bring your own boat.
The passive-solar design and open floor plan with lots of windows allow for beautiful views from every room in the house. The central open area allow the house to be cooled by a single energy-efficient split A/C unit, and heated by the stone fireplace (though can be augmented with the built-in propane heaters). The large lake-facing deck and patio can seat over 2 dozen people, and provide a peaceful shaded area for summer days or the ideal cool weather seating for a night-time fire listening to Barred Owls and Chuck-Will-Widows. (Firewood Provided!) With no lights from neighbors, views of the Milky Way from the star-gazing deck can be breathless on a moonless night.
This cedar-sided home is set among towering white oak, hickory, and beech trees with the solar panels 250 feet away on the garage. The four bedrooms (One of which is a loft) and 2.5 baths in 2100 sq ft can comfortably accommodate 12-14 (Plus 1 with available Pack-N-Play). The modern, fully stocked kitchen has a refrigerator/freezer with ice maker, gas oven/stove, microwave, coffee maker, double sink and separate prep sink. Outdoor grill is propane as well. The main floor master bedroom has an en suite full bathroom, queen bed, and a sitting/gaming area facing the lake. The upstairs master bedroom has a queen bed, reading area with a fold-out futon which can sleep 2 more. The additional bedroom and loft area can sleep 2 and 4 more respectively.
Near-by attractions include boat rentals at Moutardier ('Moody deer') Marina, Mammoth Cave, the Corvette Museum in Bowling Green, relative proximity to the Bourbon Trail, golf at Shady Hollow, horse-back riding through Mammoth Cave at Double J Stables.
One fairly steep hill greets one soon after entering the land, and the road back can seem like there may not be light at the end of the tunnel. But a light is there so be patient. On occasion, the generator may have to be manually started (instructions included of course).
If you are looking for a wild, party atmosphere where half the people huddle around a TV on game night or another for 'reality TV', this place is NOT for you. If you are looking for treatment for the overwhelming past of society, a place to get away from it all and rediscover nature, reconnect with your family, spend endless hours floating in a secluded cove, exploring native Kentucky woodlands or wetting a line, we welcome you as our guests.

Off-Grid Solar Lakefront House/Private 80+ Wooded Acres On Nolin Lake is located in Bee Spring. Off-Grid Solar Lakefront House/Private 80+ Wooded Acres On Nolin Lake provides accommodation, featuring Air Conditioner, View, Balcony/Terrace, among other amenities. This House features Air Conditioner, View, Balcony/Terrace, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Off-Grid Solar Lakefront House/Private 80+ Wooded Acres On Nolin Lake has 4 Bedrooms , 2 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 12 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have rated it 2, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Bee Spring has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Bee Spring, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Unique Amenities

  • Air Conditioner
  • Parking
  • TV
  • View
  • Ocean View
  • Balcony/Terrace
  • Security/Safety
  • Sports/Activities
  • Bedding/Linens
  • Fireplace/Heating
  • Entertainment
  • Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
  • Child Friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
 
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Policies

Event Policy Events allowed
Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 pm minimum check-in age: 25
Check-out Check-out before 11:00 am
Child Policy Children are welcome.
Pet Policy Note from host: no guarantee to be allergy-free however. pets not allowed
Smoking Policy Smoking is not permitted
Other Policy 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 host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip parties and events are allowed on site safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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
 
Bee Spring, 42207, United States

What Our Guests say 500 + Reviews

Oct 29, 2021 05:31:34 PM
Summary: We enjoyed our stay. The house is well off the main road. The only sounds we heard were from nature. The deck and fire pit was perfect for catching up and hanging out. The house is solar powered so we did lose power a few times for a few minutes. The owner was always available to help us through the generator start up. But we knew this going in. There is not much to do in the area outside of the caves. Plan on cooking in. Would definitely stay there again.
Kristina G. Kristina G.
Sep 3, 2021 06:36:27 PM
Summary: The owner was outstanding and very easy to work with. The property, however, needs a lot of TLC and the cabin needs a deep deep cleaning before it’s rented again. Mark was top-notch and help us through a power outage. I’d rent from him again, just not this cabin in its current condition.
Oct 8, 2020 11:13:03 PM
Summary: The property was beautiful and we loved that it was off the grid. We had some issues with the generator, but other than that it was a great experience!
Alexzandria W. Alexzandria W.
Aug 8, 2019 03:46:35 AM
Summary: Private and heavily wooded property. Private dock was great for the swimming and our boat tie ups. Not ideal for biking as trails were not visible or too wooded to traverse.
nancy w. nancy w.
Jul 17, 2019 08:25:17 AM
Summary: We really enjoyed this home! The lake is lovely and fun swimming in this quiet cove. The kids fished every evening and caught quite a few every night right from the dock. The walk to the dock was not too bad, a little bit of a workout coming back up in the 90 degree heat. The house did pretty well staying cool in the extreme heat, but we did use a few portable fans. The house was exactly as described and we did not miss having a TV or WiFi Kitchen was well equipped. My only suggestion for owners would be to add another trash can- because a week with 11 people created quite a bit 😊 We have never been to Nolan lake and will definitely be back. All the kids and grandkids agreed that they liked this house and lake and location better than previous vacation rentals.
ann h. ann h.
Jun 10, 2019 06:03:55 AM
Summary: Our group of 8 (four couples) had a great stay during a long weekend stay over Memorial Day. Kitchen very well socked and handled many cooks in the kitchen easily, with kitchen bar seats so we could all talk comfortably while preparing meals. Likewise the large table was perfect for meals together. The sofa is large and comfortable so we could all hang out in living room with comfortable seating. Beds and linens comfortable and everything was ready for us when we arrived. Several members of our group took advantage of the kayaks and started the day with a great dose of Mother Nature. The wooded setting is absolutely beautiful and made you just want to hang out together and soak in the nature. Abundant windows throughout the home brought nature indoors. We had a fire in the fire pit one night. Everyone fit around it and there were plenty of deck chairs but I think8 might be the max around the fire—but the adjacent deck is huge so if we had had more there would have been more than enough room there. It somehow worked even though the wood was really wet. Luckily my husband brought a fire starter. Owner great to work with. He accommodated one request and was a delight to deal with. Loved the idea of being in an off-grid place, but we ended up using the generator do to our extensive use of lights, ceiling fans, and appliances while cooking. Plenty of parking for our three vehicles. We didn’t think it was hard to find with the owner’s great instructions. I hope I can bring my family there next!
nicole w. nicole w.
Aug 14, 2018 09:46:01 AM
Summary: As advertised, secluded solar 3 BR 2.5 bath house w deck overlooking woods. Also includes screened in porch and another private deck off an upstairs BR. House was clean and cool upon arrival in mid-August. Ample linens, towels, napkins and placemats provided. Lots of chairs and two round tables on the deck, plus picnic table in the yard. Trail to the dock was sloping but not too strenuous. Dock had an umbrella to provide shade and a ladder to get out of the water when swimming. Large supply of games and puzzles in case of rain. We were all adults, but I can see a couple of families having a great time here. No TV and no WiFi which we really didn’t miss. Most had at least limited cell service via Sprint and Verizon. Moutadier Marina is a short drive away where we rented a pontoon boat. We cooked in, but there is a restaurant near the marina, and a few stores nearby where we picked up those forgotten items. Kitchen is well stocked with several large pots for spaghetti, boiling corn; baking pans, cookie sheets and frying pans. Quality of cookware is good. Nice large grill w extra burner runs off the house propane line. No worries about an empty tank. Concrete patio for the fire pit was a little small for our group but we managed. Nice supply of wood provided. GPS took us right to the driveway. The gravel drive is totally navigable. We all had sedans of various types. The seclusion and lack of light pollution enabled us to see massive numbers of stars, including the Perseid meteor shower, despite only a small opening in the tree canopy. Heard owls, great blue herons, woodpeckers, eagles and also coyotes two nights about 10:30 pm. Saw deer, a bald eagle, herons and we were escorted down the drive by hosts of butterflies feeding on large purple flowers. A wonderful place to get away from the city and relax in nature with friends or family. Owner is responsive, provided great information and acted quickly to solve a problem left by previous guest. He obviously loves this place and I appreciate him sharing his home with us.
Deb B. Deb B.
Aug 8, 2018 05:36:17 AM
Summary: Amazing and secluded property that allows you to put away the electronics and unplug without giving up the comforts of home. Bring friends or family for a much needed retreat. Plenty of space and beds for everyone. There is even a small reading corner on the upper floor to quietly relax and catch up on your favorite novel. Down the hill is a private dock with chairs, kayaks, and even an umbrella to provide shade on hot summer afternoons. A huge back deck with plenty of seating is shaded by large growth maples and oaks and even a dogwood that I’m certain would be gorgeous in the Spring. I simply can’t think of one thing negative to say.
Erick B. Erick B.
Jul 19, 2018 10:34:15 PM
Summary: Three generations of our family stayed in the Bee Spring cabin. We were delighted with the layout of the cabin, its nearness to the lake (but shielded from a direct view of the lake - which was important, or the kids would have been begging to swim all the time!), and the site's short drive distance from Mammoth Cave. We especially loved the porches - great for bird-watching!!!
Ronald R. Ronald R.
Jul 10, 2018 07:00:37 PM
Summary: This was a perfect place for our family to checkout for awhile. We as a family enjoyed our time together without the day to day stresses of technology. We enjoyed our time playing games, swimming, kayaking and visiting Mammoth Cave National Park. Mark the owner was very friendly and provided lots of information. Positives: Large open spaces, direct lake access for swimming and kayaking. Cons: AC had a hard time keeping up with the hot days, bed broken in one of the rooms. For the price, somethings were rather dated.
Megan W. Megan W.

FAQ's

Is this Bee Spring house pet-friendly for guests?

No, pets are not allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

Does the Bee Spring house have a swimming pool?

No, this Bee Spring house does not have a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in Bee Spring house?

Best-rates for the Bee Spring house starts from $367 per night with includes Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, Ocean View, Security/Safety, Laundry, TV, Entertainment, Air Conditioner, View, Balcony/Terrace, Sports/Activities, Bedding/Linens, Fireplace/Heating, Parking, Child Friendly, Kitchen StayAndPlay offers fully equipped golf villas, golf hotels, golf resorts, luxury golf cabins, and exclusive golf retreats, making it easier than ever to find your perfect golf escape — ideal for families, peaceful getaways, or pet-friendly retreats with the whole crew.

Is Bee Spring house a family-friendly place to stay?

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this house 2 stars or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the house has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the Bee Spring house wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the Bee Spring house has not specified they are wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is not an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the Bee Spring house?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the Bee Spring house indicates 1 day stay policy at this house. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for Bee Spring house?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, details for the cancellation policy for the Bee Spring house are as follows: Cancellation policy Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

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