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Captain's Cabin Bed & Breakfast: Historic & Romantic

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Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Miscellaneous
Terrace/patio
TV, fireplace, books, music library

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 284 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
The price is €413
includes taxes & fees
24 Jan - 25 Jan

About this property

Entire place

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

Captain's Cabin Bed & Breakfast: Historic & Romantic

Enjoy your own log cabin on a wooded hillside overlooking a lake as you start on the bourbon trail, head to the races or visit great museums. It's been the location for Lifetime and other movies! Period furnishings and modern conveniences make this an unforgettable retreat. A massive stone fireplace creates a quiet ambiance. Tasteful antiques appoint the cabin for a step back in time.

Captain's Cabin offers a special one-of-a-kind experience surrounded by history and luxury simultaneously. You will enjoy your own full kitchen, fully equipped and stocked with spices and supplies. The bath has been lovingly renovated while retaining the clawfoot tub. Enjoy a long soak with hand-crafted scrubs and soaps. There is no shower! You are surrounded in comfort from the ultra soft sheets, luxurious robes, and Sleep Number bed to the gourmet hot breakfast delivered to your door every weekend morning. Continental breakfast is provided on weekdays. (We promise you won't go hungry!) Join us for a Cooking With Bourbon Dinner Experience on weekends. Sip wine by the fireplace, read on the back porch swings or enjoy the wildlife visiting the lake from the front porch. Only 17 minutes from downtown Louisville, you are surrounded by 8 acres of woods and wildlife. Take a walk along the lake, hike through the woods and discover the waterfall. Take a canoe ride or go wading in the smooth limestone creek. Warm up by the firepit and roast marshmallows or use the grill to make your favorite dinner. Play golf or disc golf on the adjacent public courses. Captain's Cabin was featured in the April 2015 issue of Country's Best Cabins magazine, 2015 September issue of Style Blueprint magazine and April 2016 Home of the Week in Courier Journal.

Captain's Cabin is a great place to start your Bourbon Trail adventure, experience one of the Top Foodie Cities, visit the Ark and Creation Museum or bet on the ponies at Churchill Downs. But many people come here just to relax and get away from it all!

If you can't get enough of cabin living, Jan is a licensed architect specializing in log and timberframe homes. He can make your dream a reality!

Additional Amenities:

Kitchen
• Pots and Pans
• Baking and Cooking Utensils
• Keurig and Traditional Coffee Maker
• Toaster
• Some basic pantry supplies (coffee, tea, spices, sugar, butter, syrup, popcorn)
• Bottled Water (Cabin is on City Water Supply)

Living
• Wood Fireplace (available Labor Day through May 1)
• Wood Supply
• Hi-Speed WiFi (throughout cabin)
• Games
• Chess board

Outdoor
• Fire Pit in front yard
• Rocking Chairs
• BBQ Grill and Utensils
• Porch
• Swing Chairs
• Yard Farkle Game
• Garden

Bath
• Clawfoot tub (NO shower)
• Hand-crafted Soaps and Bath Salts
• Bubble bath
• Fluffy towels
• Bath robes for your use

Bedroom
• Sleep Number Bed
• Bluetooth Stereo
• Lending Library for your stay

Property manager

Tammy Donelson

Languages

Spanish

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Free breakfast available
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Stereo
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Work spaces

  • Printer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Water park
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 900 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

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 and a first aid kit
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Captain's Cabin Bed & Breakfast Historic & Tranquil Louisville
Captain's Cabin Bed & Breakfast Historic & Tranquil
Captain's Historic Tranquil Louisville
Captain's Historic Tranquil
Captain's Historic & Romantic
Captain's Cabin Bed & Breakfast: Historic & Romantic Cabin
Captain's Cabin Bed & Breakfast: Historic & Romantic Louisville

About the area

Map
Louisville, KY

What's nearby

  • Oxmoor Center - 16 min drive
  • Mall St. Matthews - 19 min drive
  • Louisville Zoo - 22 min drive
  • Louisville Mega Cavern - 22 min drive
  • Kentucky Exposition Center - 24 min drive

Getting around

  • Louisville, KY (LOU-Bowman Field) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Frisch's Restaurants - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Recbar - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Captain's Cabin Bed & Breakfast: Historic & Romantic pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Captain's Cabin Bed & Breakfast: Historic & Romantic?

As of 18 Jan 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Captain's Cabin Bed & Breakfast: Historic & Romantic on 24 Jan 2025 start from €412.98, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Captain's Cabin Bed & Breakfast: Historic & Romantic?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Captain's Cabin Bed & Breakfast: Historic & Romantic?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Captain's Cabin Bed & Breakfast: Historic & Romantic located?

Situated in Louisville, this cabin is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Chenoweth Park and 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Skyview Park. Bluegrass Indoor Karting and Jeffersontown Commons Shopping Center are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Captain's Cabin Bed & Breakfast: Historic & Romantic Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 116 out of 127 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 127 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 127 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 127 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 127 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
23rd Anniversary
Had a great weekend at Captain's cabin. we immediately started a fire in the fireplace and enjoyed the quiet popping and warmth of the fire all weekend. Tammy's breakfasts are outstanding. Found some fun things to do in town when we finally pealed ourselves from the cabin.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marita G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy cabin in the woods
This was the perfect place for a fall getaway. It was peaceful and felt isolated, even though everything you need or want was a short drive. The cabin is spectacular and the hosts are outstanding. I hope we can return!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Adina U.

Liked: Cleanliness
Captain's Cabin
The cabin was gorgeous with lots of amazing antiques and memorabilia. The hosts were sweet and doting, leaving us lots of treats and things. They do live RIGHT next door, almost on top of the cabin, which could be a negative if you are wanting more privacy or a more remote location. We loved having a fireplace we could actually use (many places don't let you build a fire). So relaxing! Having a Sleep Number bed was a huge plus. All in all, it was homey and comfortable. We enjoyed the beauty of the lake, creek, and fall foliage. of little treats and things.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Anniversary trip
We stayed a couple of days for our anniversary. The cabin was very nice and the host was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Holly G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mike
We had a great stay. The place was absolutely beautiful and we slept great for 4 nights. Thank you for having us.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Getaway
Loved the property and the cabin! Very quiet and definitely very relaxing!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

James M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely stay in historic cabin
On arrival we were greeted by tammy who explained all about the cabin and how far it dated back, cablin is decorated in period style but with all the mod cons you would need. We were travelling around Kentucky and this was the perfect place to unwind. Enjoyed meeting captain and the fairy show at night.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret F., Mentor Ky

Liked: Cleanliness
Much Needed Getaway After and Before Medical Procedures
After several months of medical treatment and with more to come, we found one weekend where we could get away. I needed a change of scenery and to feel like I was doing something normal. We didn't want to spend to much time traveling so we picked Louisville, 2 hours away and near our son and daughter-in-law. Captains Cabin provided just what we needed. It felt like we had really gone on vacation! It was perfect. In my communication with the owner I had shared my medical situation and the hosts went over and above making us feel cared for. Our son and daughter in law came over one evening and fell in love with the place and are thinking of trying to stay there for their baby moon! Thank you Captain's Cabin for the best weekend getaway we could have imagined.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karl B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wow!
Karl and Melanie from Alabama: Amazing, authentic,1800's log cabin with all the modern amenities (A/C, Fridge, Microwave, Stove/Oven, Coffee Pot, Keurig and a Sleep Number Bed). Our hosts, Jan and Tammy & Captain their very calm dog, welcomed us and we immediately felt like we had been long time neighbors. Jan and Tammy were both there for us if we needed anything but also gave us our space. Melanie and I were there to visit our daughter who recently relocated to Louisville. We unloaded a U-Haul full of her things and the cabin was the perfect place to rest, and recover. We spent hours each morning just sitting on the front porch drinking coffee and taking in the beautiful setting. On Saturday and Sunday Tammy brought delicious gourmet breakfasts to our front door (Bacon Egg and Cheese Croissants, Cheese Grits and a Bourbon Apple Pie Saturday, and a Sausage/Egg/ Cheese/Hash Brown Casserole, a Raisin Bourbon Bread Pudding and a huge bowl of Blueberries, Strawberries, and Grapes with Balsamic Vinegar on Sunday). Trust me, I'm a regular ole grits and eggs guy...It was all delicious. The surroundings are full of beautiful flowers and trees. It's just a short walk (or you can drive) to the creek or pond. The fire pit sits down from the cabin in the open area below Jan and Tammy's house We saw deer, ducks rabbits, a weasel, and the creek is full of crawdads. We had a wonderful time visiting with our daughter and playing in the creek. Jan and Tammy were wonderful hosts as well.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luciano S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Captain's Retreat
Amazing location. Wonderful hosts. Definetly will be going back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

Bonnie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Overrated listing - Spoiler Alert
The property is more like a rustic museum than a cabin on the water to enjoy & canoe. The property was listed with a lake and waterfall view with the ability to use the canoe. The view from the front porch was simply overgrown trees. The area is quite noisy due to a local road. The water (man-made pond-reservoir) is 1/4 mile down the road and visible from the owner's driveway. You can canoe at your own risk due to the shallow water & no paddles. No access point to water & you would have to transport the canoe the 1/4 mile to the water. The property listed ability to have a fire. No fire pit was available & the inside fireplace had candles in it for the summer. There was wood available but no screen on the fireplace and no outside pit as stated. There was a t.v. as stated & you could put it anywhere you like, and even plug it in, but no data is running to it...so NO TV. There was cheese and stale crackers, a nice bottle of wine and two homemade bourbon candies to greet us. Ad also fails to mention that the cabin sits just feet away from the owner's property, although they were not home during our stay. The continental breakfast would definitely no sustain us had we stayed our entire stay. The egg cups where so salty I could not eat them. Dry biscuits are not a breakfast choice of ours. The fruit and yogurt were delicious. Needless to say, our money went to waste as we left after the first night of our 4-night stay. The back porch is not safe and needs repair.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Rebecca K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful getaway
Very secluded & private. Host is amazing- went above & beyond to ensure a peaceful stay. The only negative- the bed was extremely hard & uncomfortable
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

THERESA

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful, well maintained cottage. We loved it! We wished we could have stayed longer. Very close to local activities and the airport.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dallas U.

Liked: Cleanliness
Unique property
This location was exactly as described. It was one of most interesting and quite different from the average property. If you like the feel of a rustic cabin in the woods with amazing scenery, then this is a great spot. The hosts were incredibly hospitable and kind. The house has all of the basic needs and more. I appreciate being able to experience this one.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Grant H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent!
The place is wonderful!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Cheryl B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Romantic Getaway!
Property owner responsive and polite. The cabin itself is accurately represented in pictures. Loved the wood burning fireplace. Wifi perfect. Based off the property listing, it was not as private as I had hoped. When we arrived, 9 crackers, 2 small cheese cubes and wine were on the table. Don’t drink, so wine was left. Several kitchen food items were expired (coffee, microwave popcorn and hot chocolate add-ins). The breakfast was the biggest disappointment… one small dry biscuit, 3 (half pieces) candied bacon and cheesy eggs. When it states “you won’t go hungry” - we left to go get food. It is sweet place but not worth the price I paid at all. What we experienced, it feels like a $175 per night (all in). We overpaid by a lot!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Cabin Stay
Such a neat old cabin! It was beautifully decorated with all of the amenities you’d need today. There is a microwave in the pantry closet which I didn’t find until day 2 so that made things much easier. Breakfast was wonderful and all of the local recommendations were greatly appreciated!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gail W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Early Christmas
We were in Louisville for an early Christmas celebration with family. We spent the mornings and evenings at the house and loved every minute. Such a sweet place and terrific hosts. We will be back, if they’ll have us. 5 star stay, thank you.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Teresa S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Unique and Lovely property
We were visiting family in the area, so we did not spend as much time at the cabin as most guests would. The breakfasts were very nice and delicious. The bedding and the bed are very comfortable. We slept very well. It was so quiet. It’s hard to believe that you are in the middle of Suburban Louisville when you have such a beautiful wooded area with a nice pond with a blue heron and mallards to greet you every morning.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lori S., Delaware, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
A relaxing step back in time....
The accommodations were amazing - so many little Revolutionary War details - and everything in the cabin was squeaky clean!! We enjoyed meeting both hosts and really loved the cooking class. A couple of constructive criticisms though: since they are focused on "relaxing" and not worrying about anything, it would really be nice to have curtains in the bedroom!! But instead --- We were both woken up super early by the sunlight streaming into the bedroom. We really wanted to sleep in but was unable to sleep beyond 6:30 am - the sun was strong!! Two, it was clear in the property notes that there was only a tub and no shower but.....it would be nice to have a shower "hose" available to attach to the faucet for the tub. They are not super expensive and it would be a nice option. The available "pitcher" was not really a viable option for washing my hair nor did my husband think it was easy to use to rinse himself off after his bath. He said It was super awkward.... All in all a relaxing weekend in general but the above items, especially the sunlight streaming in at 6 AM, detracted from it a lot.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristen W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy historic stay
If you like history, you will enjoy this cabin. The hot breakfast delivered to the cabin on the weekend was a wonderful treat.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy Rustic Cabin
We had a lovely stay at this cabin in the woods! The details inside were so perfect! The hosts were lovely. It was so quiet and peaceful and we wished we had been able to stay longer to explore the property more. We will definitely try to go back!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shelli S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Experience!
Tammy and Jan made our stay amazing! The cabin is authentic and beautiful. And the food was absolutely delicious! We can’t wait to come back! And will definitely recommend to family and friends!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023