Experience the tranquil beauty of this countryside lodge, perfect for visiting the Ark Encounter. Enjoy a laugh by the fireplace, relax in the pool between Memorial Day and Labor Day or make memories at the dinner table with your family. The lodge features 7 bedrooms, a large sitting room with piano and dining area connecting to a stocked kitchen.
Reviews
9.69.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
7 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 18465 sq m
Popular amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space
The current price is ¥45,844
¥45,844
¥137,176 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 9 - Mar 10
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Country Lodge for 18, With Pool and Pond, Near Ark
Summary:
Welcome to this gorgeous lodge! Perfect for visiting the Ark Encounter! Only a 12 minute drive to the Ark, this quaint home is ideal for large groups and families. Whether it's a laugh by the fire, relaxing in the pool, or making memories at the dinner table, your time here will be enjoyable and memorable!
Featuring 7 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, a fireplace, a large sitting room, a pool, a fishing lake, a pool table, plenty of games, and a stocked bookshelf!
Pool open between Memorial Day and Labor Day
The Space:
Our lodge has 7 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms, a stocked kitchen, and a rustic living room large enough to seat the whole family!
This home also features keyless entry, WIFI throughout the house, a swimming pool (open late May to Early-September), a fishing lake w/gravel pad, an outdoor fire space, a deck w/propane grill, and a screened in front porch.
Parking is no problem, with a driveway and parking pad large enough for any group size.
The rolling hills, scenic views, and the serene sounds of nature are sure to bring relaxation to all travelers.
If a wheelchair ramp is needed, you can find one located in a marked closet.
Details on sleeping arrangements:
Bedroom 1 (1st floor): "Wild Game Room!" Queen bed, full bathroom.
Bedroom 6 (2nd floor): "Elephant Room!" Twin bed w/antique mirror.
Bedroom 7 (2nd floor): "Bunny Room!" King Bed.
There is a large screened in porch, great for reading on a breezy day.
Upon entering the lodge, there is a large sitting area with a piano. Attached is the dining room which connects to the kitchen. There are screen doors to the outdoor pool off the kitchen. Also off the kitchen is a large rustic room with the pool table, TV, and fireplace. Also off the kitchen is the entrance to 2 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom (1st floor bedrooms).
Upstairs is made up of most bedrooms, and 2 full bathrooms.
Guest Access:
Entry is by door code. Guests have access to the entire home.
Access is limited to registered guests only. Any visitors must be approved by the host and may not stay overnight.
We require all guests to sign our rental agreement and provide photo ID via the digital form before check-in instructions will be sent.
If a wheelchair ramp is needed, it is located in a marked closet.
Swimming pool is open between Memorial Day and Labor Day (weather-permitting)
The Neighborhood:
Situated in the quaint countryside, your neighbors are the hills and nature! You are conveniently 12 minutes off the Williamstown exit and Ark Encounter parking lot! This home is not only perfect for Ark Encounter guests, but any large group visiting a wedding at The Josephina Event Venue, Creation Museum, Bourbon Trail, Kentucky Horse Park, or any event in Cincinnati! There is a hand book in the listing for local recommendations on brunch, coffee, and dinner!
Getting Around:
Enjoy the rural setting while still having everything you need close at hand. You can find basic supplies about 5 minutes from the home at The Dollar General or local gas station. Less than 15 minutes away you will find a Walmart Supercenter, Starbucks, Cracker Barrel, Waffle House, McDonalds, Wendy's, Arby's, Papa Johns, and Dunkin Donuts as well as locally owned restaurants Beans Café, Kelly's Homestead, Moon Birds, and Belles BBQ.
Other Things to Note:
We require all guests to sign our rental agreement and provide photo ID via the digital form before check-in instructions will be sent. Check-in info is sent 5 days prior to check-in, assuming completion of the rental agreement.
If wheelchair ramp is needed, it is located in a marked closet.
Interaction with Guests:
We are always a message or phone call away if assistance is needed.
We will not enter inside the property during your stay, unless requested, without prior notice or permission.
Please note that our maintenance and cleaning teams may need to access the exterior of the property, without prior notice, to perform routine maintenance like mowing, cleanup, trash removal, etc.
Property amenities
Pool/Spa
Communal pool
Private pool
Internet
Available in the house: WiFi
Parking and transportation
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Ice maker
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
7 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
3.5 private bathrooms
Bathtub
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Entertainment
DVD player
Games
Piano
TV
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Garden
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk
Office
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Wheelchair accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Things to do
Arcade/game room
Billiards/pool table
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)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
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
This property accepts cash
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
Property is also known as
Vrbo Property
Big Family Near Ark Sleeps 16
Big Family Lodge Near ARK Sleeps 16 Williamstown
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Big Family Lodge Near ARK Sleeps 16 Private vacation home
About the neighborhood
Williamstown is home to this vacation home. Eagle Creek Country Club and Elk Creek Vineyards are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Dry Ridge Outlet Mall and Walton Towne Center. Ark Encounter and Ararat Ridge Zoo are also worth visiting. Visit our Williamstown travel guide
Does Country Lodge for 18, With Pool and Pond, Near Ark have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Country Lodge for 18, With Pool and Pond, Near Ark?
As of Mar 6, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Country Lodge for 18, With Pool and Pond, Near Ark on Mar 9, 2026 start from ¥45,844, excluding 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.
Is Country Lodge for 18, With Pool and Pond, Near Ark pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Country Lodge for 18, With Pool and Pond, Near Ark?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Country Lodge for 18, With Pool and Pond, Near Ark?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Country Lodge for 18, With Pool and Pond, Near Ark located?
Situated in Williamstown, this vacation home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Ararat Ridge Zoo, Ark Encounter, and Kangaroo Walkabout. Webb Park and William Arnold Log House are also within 9 mi (15 km).
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Country Lodge for 18, With Pool and Pond, Near Ark Reviews
Reviews
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Our church worship team booked this for our annual retreat. Great accommodations and aminities. Perfect location for privacy but not far from attractions and resturants. We would definitely choose this location again.
This house has a lot of living area. This allowed for different smaller groups to congregate in various rooms without a lot of noise. We really enjoyed our time here.
lots of room for the family to move around. nice to have a pool and pool table for the kids. everything we needed was there.
Werner W.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
8/10 Good
Dianne
Oct 25, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Our group enjoyed being able to stay together. The piano and pool table provided extra game time. The location of the bathroom between the downstairs bedrooms was inconvenient.
Wonderful house, close to the Ark and Creation Museum. Clean, fully stocked kitchen, splendid library of books, pool table, heated swimming pool, fire pit, piano, games, propane grill, and more. Plenty of room for our family of 16 to spread out and enjoy themselves. Quiet location with rolling green hills and fun sightings of deer and horses in the pasture across the road. Coffee on the screened porch in the mornings, with birdsong serenades, and frogs jumping around the pond down the hill. Highly recommend this home - it's almost perfect!
We were looking for a place for our church group and when we found this house we knew it would be perfect for us. The house was very clean and accommodated us perfectly. Was very well maintained. If you are going to the Ark this house is highly recommended.
In the year of our 50th wedding anniversary we spent 5 days with our family of 23 people at the Williamstown property. We enjoyed the Creation Museum and the Ark and then we enjoyed just being with each other. The spacious house was perfect for us. The kids enjoyed the pool and we all spent some very enjoyable time together in a lovely setting. Blessings!
We took a school group to stay here for screw days. They absolutely loved all the things they could do there! The listing did say the pool would be open the dates we were there, but it was not open. This was pretty disappointing. Otherwise the stay was perfect!!
Fantastic house! The property is lovely, clean and spacious. The kitchen is well equipped. The pool and deck area worked out great. Plenty of seating, and hangout areas. Fishing was perfect for the kids. The fish are tiny but eager to chomp on those hooks. The house has lots of little knickknacks, games and books. All just great little touches to make the space homey and comfortable. We had a great vacation!!
Great house for a family reunion near the Ark Encounter
The house was nice for a family gathering but the fishing pond was covered in algae and unusable. (We caught it from the youth on not being able to fish). Other than that, the house worked out perfectly.
The 'Big Family Lodge' was a perfect fit for our family trip. The home was spacious enough for everybody and the area was quiet with no interruptions to our time together. The property manager was prompt in responding to questions and made himself available if needed, but also let us be to ourselves and enjoy the limited time we had together. There were a few minor things that I notified the manager about, but nothing that was an issue for our stay. Again, the property manager was prompt to respond. Based on our stay I would definitely recommend the property.
The house was a great size for a large group to stay in comfortably. The toys were a nice added touch that the kids really enjoyed. The host was responsive and kind. I would recommend that they invest in some new beds.. most of the beds were very uncomfortable. The bed that is shown as a king in the bunny room is two twin size beds pushed together, so the middle of the bed is very uncomfortable to sleep on. The bed in the zebra room is also not a queen. However, it was still a fun trip had by all and we appreciate having the opportunity to stay there. We would love to hear more about the history of the house and how it came to be!
We held our family reunion at this property. Overall our experience was great. Check in was easy. The cleaning ladies weren't done when we got there so we piddled around for 30 minutes while they finished up. We did end up with an extra fee due to bonus children, but it was told it could be expected depending on their ages and if extra bedding was required (it wasn't, but the fee applied.) Make sure you're clear on that if you are close to/exceeding the number of people the house sleeps. The house has plenty of room and beds, very comfortable and homey place. The floor plan is a bit like a maze. There are things to discover at every turn, room to run, perfect for hide and seek. Note, the two downstairs bedrooms are connected and you walk through one to get to the other. It was hard to tell that from pictures and the property description. There is also a very soft spot in the floor under a rug that sort of sinks when you walk into the pool room. The owners may need to look into that for safety reasons. The house had everything you could think of, dishes, cookware, toys, games, books, puzzles. No one was bored and it's location near the Ark was great. The road up to the house is a little intimidating, especially in the dark. It's narrow and winding. But it spits you out on top with an incredible view. The last morning we woke up to a full double rainbow, and it was amazing! Everyone said they'd love to return in summer and use the pool and the fire pit. We had a great time.
All amenities were accurate except the fishing pond which should probably be deleted. Tall weeds and pond scum. Kids were not interested. The pool area, the front porch and pool table were enjoyable. The quiet country road was great for our remote control cars and chalk pictures !! We had have a terrible opening and closing the door to the pool area. We did not have any dish towels so did purchase some and no broom handy. All in all we did have a great time visiting The Ark .and staying in the Big Family Lodge !!
We chose this location for our family vacation and it was so relaxing! Kids loved the pool and toys but were a little disappointed with the pond as it was somewhat overgrown. Would definitely recommend.
Communication with the host was great! Answered any questions I had and usually within a few hours. The property was beautiful and beds were comfortable. We had a group of 11 and there was plenty of room. Would stay there again!
I took my family to the creation museum and the Ark Encounter. We had a great time and it was so nice having a house with enough room for all of us to stay together. Great memories.
We were very comfortable here. There was plenty of room for a family of our size. The pool table hosted many tournaments and the 2 dining room tables allowed gaming for two different age groups. Highly recommended.