The Barn Owl at Red River Gorge, Kentucky

Wolfe County, Kentucky
$306 avg/night
Minimum Stay 1 Nights
Bed 1

Bed

Bath 1

Bath

Home Cabin

Property Type

Sleep 6

Max Sleeps

Night 1 nights

Min Stay

Discover The Barn Owl, your ideal retreat on 40+ acres in the heart of Red River Gorge and Daniel Boone National Forest. Enjoy easy access to nearby hiking trails and world-class climbing adventures, along with exclusive walking trails right on-site. We are located within 15-minutes to the area's best restaurants and attractions. 



Our meticulously renovated 60-year-old barn offers a unique blend of rustic charm and modern comfort, tailored to elevate your travel experience. While steps away to local attractions, dining, and adventure, revel in the serenity and seclusion that our haven provides. Enjoy visiting our farm animals, a private firepit area, a private covered hot tub, games, records, Smart TV, high-speed Wi-Fi, and books for entertainment.



Immerse yourself in modern conveniences while unwinding amidst stunning natural landscapes. Experience the ultimate escape at The Barn Owl, where convenience meets tranquility in nature's embrace.





Kitchen:



We offer a fully-stocked kitchen providing you with pots/pans/cutting board, plates/cups/bowls, a stove, microwave, dishwasher, coffee pot, and toaster. In season, enjoy farm-fresh eggs from our lovely hens. Just bring your food and beverages of choice to settle right in! We have a bar and four barstools located in the kitchen. We also provide tv trays and a covered picnic table, or you can enjoy eating outside by the firepit. There is a Blackstone grill for your private use and our local coffee is provided for you, as well. 



Sleeping Arrangements:



Accommodating up to six guests, The Barn Owl offers a serene escape. The private master bedroom, nestled upstairs, boasts a tranquil wooded view. Sink into the plush king-sized bed complete with sheets, pillows, and a cozy comforter. Extra blankets are on hand for added comfort, while adjustable lamps cater to your preferred ambiance.



Adjacent to the bedroom, discover an exclusive loft area housing a queen-size pull-out sofa, offering additional private sleeping space. Downstairs, a sleeper sofa with a full-size mattress awaits, perfect for lounging and unwinding with a good book. Ideal for families or accommodating guests, create a personalized sleeping haven for your loved ones or friends.



Restroom:



Experience luxury at The Barn Owl with a master bathroom featuring a single shower and commode. Indulge in a spa-like ambiance enhanced by multiple shower heads and a stunning stone floor. Treat yourself to the ultimate relaxation



Cleaning:



Enjoy a hassle-free vacation at The Barn Owl! There are no cleaning fees, and we don't expect you to tidy up before leaving. If you need cleaning supplies, they're readily available on-site. Just ensure any moved furniture is placed back and your personal items are taken along. Plus, for your convenience, a washer and dryer are accessible during your stay.



Living Area and Entertainment:



Unwind in our two inviting living spaces at The Barn Owl. Enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi, a selection of books, and a variety of games during your stay. Consult our comprehensive Welcome Book, your go-to guide for local shopping, adventure, dining, hiking, climbing, and exploring nature's wonders. We're dedicated to making your vacation extraordinary! Reach out to us for any inquiries or assistance in planning your perfect getaway.



Outdoor area:



Relish your exclusive fire pit surrounded by outdoor seating, set in a tranquil environment at The Barn Owl! Our covered hot tub in the breezeway offers protection from inclement weather while allowing you to savor the fresh air. Explore the property and indulge in a private hike for a unique nature experience. If you desire an escape where the beauty of Red River Gorge unfolds without leaving the property, you've found your ideal destination!



Pets:



Kindly be aware that our home does not accommodate pets for the safety and comfort of both our animals and guests. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation in this matter. Any presence of pets on-site will incur additional fees, and guests will be requested to vacate the property.



Location:



8 minutes from Mill Creek Lake



9 minutes from Natural Bridge State Park entrance



10 minutes from Miguel’s Pizza



12 minutes from Natural Bridge Sky Lift



12 minutes from Sky Bridge Station and The Brick Coffee House

Read More Expand
  • Feature Features
  • Map Map
  • School District Availability
  • Review Review

Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Not Reported (host Has Not Indicated Whether There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property; Consider Bringing A Portable Detector) Fire Extinguisher Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    1 Bedroom Sofa Bed
  • GENERAL

    At Least 80% Organic Food Humane Treatment Of Captive Wild Animals Locally Sourced Food Is Prioritized Locally-owned & Organized Tours & Activities Reusable Coffee/tea Filters Unit Size: 900 Sq Ft (84 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Microwave Oven Refrigerator Stovetop
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    WiFi Available
  • POOL/SPA

    Hot Tub
  • BATHROOMS

    1 Bathroom Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Farming Classes
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In A Rural Location
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    If You Have Requests For Specific Accessibility Needs, Please Contact The Property Using The Information On The Reservation Confirmation Received After Booking. No Elevator (single Level Property) Smoke-free Property Tile Flooring In Public Areas

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 11:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 6

Map Map

School District Availability

Review Review

  • rhonda

    Submitted Mar 7, 2024

    Stayed Mar 1, 2024

    Overall a great barn! Very unique in what they have done with this place. Our favorites were the hot tub in the breezeway, best we have experienced! The shower is awesome and the bed was very comfortable. Be sure to visit the farm animals just up the hill. They are very friendly and the pack of dogs as well! The host was helpful and made sure we had everything we needed. Thanks so much, we will be sure to spread the word with our fellow Gorge visitors!

  • Sally Mae F.

    Submitted Jun 6, 2026

    Stayed May 20, 2026

    The place is amazing. Where the hammocks are located it would be nice if there was chairs or something to sit on while the other person in a hammock. I did bring a chair inside from outside.A proper handrail going down the steps would be helpful. I felt like I didn’t have anything to grab a hold of if I should have lost my balance. They Eggs and the refrigerator was a very nice surprise so iwas a coffee and honey. We love tea in the afternoon and our selection was amazing. It rained on the day that we were there and because of the extra area that’s covered we enjoyed the tin roof.

  • Jessie B.

    Submitted Jun 1, 2026

    Stayed May 27, 2026

    This place is beautiful! Everything was perfect. No need to even leave the property. The animals are wonderful! Especially Duke the sweetest peacock great hosts, comfortable stay. Be back again!

  • Robyn S.

    Submitted May 15, 2026

    Stayed May 9, 2026

    The absolute best stay near RRG—already planning our return!The Barn Owl at Hooting Owl Homestead is easily one of the best rentals we’ve ever stayed in. The host, Lauren, is incredibly responsive and has curated a space that is stylish, comfortable, and spotlessly clean. We were especially impressed by the hot tub, which was relaxing and clean, and the backyard bonfire was a huge highlight of our trip.The kitchen had absolutely everything we needed, making it so easy to settle in. The proximity to the Gorge climbing and Natural Bridge is unbeatable, but there are also so many amazing things to discover just by exploring the property itself. All of the different stays available here look lovely, and meeting the friendly animals was the icing on the cake. We’ve decided we might just take all of our vacations here from now on!

  • Tina L.

    Submitted Apr 15, 2026

    Stayed Apr 12, 2026

    The barn was absolutely gorgeous! May special features and updates while keeping the rustic barn feel! Thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Thanks for everything Lauren and Derrick.

  • Len F.

    Submitted Mar 21, 2026

    Stayed Mar 8, 2026

    Cabin was awesome. There is so much to do on the property to include pet farm animals, follow trails to waterfalls, a hot tub, playground and more. I wish we could’ve stayed longer. We used it as a place to rest from the activities we had planned in the area. But this cabin could be a destination all by itself. Definitely recommend.

  • Sarah J.

    Submitted Mar 20, 2026

    Stayed Mar 19, 2026

    Fantastic property with a fantastic host!

  • Eric G.

    Submitted Dec 15, 2025

    Stayed Dec 9, 2025

    Communication was great and the property was as advertised.

  • Dakota N.

    Submitted Nov 25, 2025

    Stayed Nov 7, 2025

    Absolutely loved this place, the barn was amazing and the location was perfect. Will definitely visit again!

  • Valerie H.

    Submitted Oct 24, 2025

    Stayed Oct 19, 2025

    Fantastic location for hiking and jeeping. Hot tub was nice after a long day on trails. Lauren was so accommodating and the pups were sweet! Thank you for a fun week!

  • Rob P.

    Submitted Oct 8, 2025

    Stayed Oct 4, 2025

    Lovely cabin. Very, very clean and relaxing atmosphere for the entire family.

  • Katlyn G.

    Submitted Sep 14, 2025

    Stayed Sep 12, 2025

    Wow! This sweet barn was the PERFECT anniversary getaway for my husband and I. Every little detail was over the top and all the personal luxury touches was the icing on top. Lauren was the sweetest host and made sure we had everything we needed. We cannot wait to come back.

  • D S.

    Submitted Jul 19, 2025

    Stayed Jul 1, 2025

    This place was great! Beautiful lodgings and amenities with plenty to keep you occupied on the grounds or venture just down the road to any of the beautiful natural attractions in RRG. Stay in and watch Sasquatch files....sure! Nature is right outside the cabin and the bird watching is fantastic. The farm store ice cream was my favorite way to cap a long day of hiking and sight seeing. Book with confidence and don't sleep on the trails on the property, every photo in this review was taken onsite. I was not compensated or discounted for this review...this place is just that good.

  • Shelia D.

    Submitted Jul 14, 2025

    Stayed Jul 12, 2025

    The stay was perfect the cabin is beautiful! Lauren is a wonderful host and you can tell she and her husband really take the time and effort to ensure you have a wonderful time.

  • Kristy H.

    Submitted Jul 7, 2025

    Stayed Jul 4, 2025

    This place was everything we could have dreamed of for our honeymoon. Not only did they leave some personal touches with a note specific to us, everything was absolutely perfect in this place. They even left us a taste of their honey, coffee, and some farm fresh eggs. We could not have asked for anything more. Absolutely gorgeous and easy to get to in the gorge and walking distance from some beautiful trails.

  • Mark T.

    Submitted Jul 2, 2025

    Stayed Jun 9, 2025

    The Barn Owl at Hooting Owl Homestead was incredible! The

  • Todd P.

    Submitted Jun 30, 2025

    Stayed Jun 27, 2025

    Everything about this place is wonderful. The property itself is beautiful, with plenty of things to do right there. It is mostly secluded, yet it is with in moments of the best local interests of the area. The welcome is personal and inviting, and the hosts are HAPPY to respond and help in any way they can. It is GREAT for a couple's getaway, but it can be really good for a small family visiting the area to relax and have things to do in the evenings. Well worth the visit.

  • Jennifer J.

    Submitted Jun 22, 2025

    Stayed Jun 20, 2025

    This place is freaking adorable and the owners hospitality is top notch! She was just a text away if we needed anything and checked in on us and I truly appreciated that! We had so much fun and will definitely be back in the future.

  • Andrew K.

    Submitted Jun 8, 2025

    Stayed Jun 6, 2025

    My husband chose “The Barn Owl” for our anniversary weekend, and we couldn’t have loved our stay more! Lauren went above and beyond with her communication and availability. Derek and Lauren have gone above and beyond in their dedication to making their guests feel comfortable and special. We are both animal lovers, and enjoyed meeting the farm dogs and other farm animals on the property! Red River Gorge hiking trails are about 10 minutes away, so the location is super convenient! We enjoyed some time around the fire and hot tub after a day of hiking! We truly had the best weekend, and would love to come back and be your guests again soon!

  • Andrea W.

    Submitted Jun 1, 2025

    Stayed May 29, 2025

    The house is exactly as described and pictured. It was very clean, even the hot tub was immaculate! From the moment we arrived, we were welcomed with warmth and so much hospitality! A hand written note, fresh eggs and coffee as a welcome was such a lovely start to our weekend! This property is so comforting and the owners are some of the nicest people we've ever met! We LOVED their farm animals and absolutely everything about this place and the Gorge. We will be back! You will NOT be disappointed if you choose to rent this gem of a getaway.

  • Amanda Z.

    Submitted May 29, 2025

    Stayed May 23, 2025

    This was our 3rd and best trip thus far. This place is just amazing. Just do it, Stay here :)

  • Melinda B.

    Submitted Apr 9, 2025

    Stayed Apr 6, 2025

    Beautiful cabin. Very clean and cozy!

  • Ashley H.

    Submitted Mar 26, 2025

    Stayed Mar 21, 2025

    We stayed here to celebrate an anniversary and could not have asked for a nicer place. The hosts really know how to make you feel welcome and comfortable! This place has so many luxurious details and also tons of small details that make you appreciate the thought and time put in. The location is an added bonus!

  • Lindsay T.

    Submitted Mar 24, 2025

    Stayed Mar 19, 2025

    We loved it! Very nice and cozy. Close to places we wanted to go. The owner is very nice and reached out to make sure everything was ok.

  • Katie B.

    Submitted Mar 19, 2025

    Stayed Mar 17, 2025

    Just a short drive to Miguel’s, natural bridge & the general store, the Barn Owl at Red River Gorge is a MUST! We were welcomed with local coffee, farm fresh eggs and local honey really made our check-in extra special.

  • Jonathan P.

    Submitted Mar 17, 2025

    Stayed Mar 14, 2025

    Enjoyed our time at the barn. Very clean and even better than pictures described. Communication with owner was top notch, will definitely stay again and highly recommend!

  • Joe B.

    Submitted Dec 27, 2024

    Stayed Dec 20, 2024

    We wanted a getaway before Christmas and the Barn Owl was just what the doctor ordered. Very pleased with this place and we will definitely be coming back.

  • jeanell k.

    Submitted Nov 23, 2024

    Stayed Nov 21, 2024

    Very personable place to stay. Comfortable bed and clean place with special little touches. Wish we could have stayed longer.

  • Submitted Oct 26, 2024

    Stayed Oct 22, 2024

    This property is so beautiful! We were made to feel welcomed by our hosts and our stay exceeded our expectations! We will definitely be back!

  • Melissa F.

    Submitted Oct 15, 2024

    Stayed Sep 9, 2024

    I wish I could keep this beautiful place all to myself

  • Angela L.

    Submitted Oct 4, 2024

    Stayed Oct 1, 2024

    The Barn Owl is absolutely beautiful. Location is so peaceful and relaxing. Lauren the host is so sweet. She really has thought of everything (decor/amenities)...you couldn't ask for anything more. Great hospitality!!! The dogs were an added bonus on our visit...they were the sweetest visitors 🐾 The spa shower was amazing. Highly recommend.😊

  • HRoU70PCxYWk0unh....

    Submitted Sep 15, 2024

    Stayed Sep 13, 2024

    The land owner was so nice and understanding. The barn owl was absolutely beautiful, such a peaceful place to stay.

Your dates are Available!

Total

Includes taxes and fees
$306+
View details