Reprint from the Courier – Journal
Written by Kirby Adams
When did you last sleep in a treehouse? What about a bourbon barrel?
If your answer is “never,” maybe this is the summer you step outside the box. Because the truth is, when you live in Kentucky, you don’t have to go far to have a truly unique vacation experience.
Whether you are getting away for a weekend or a week, we’ve rounded up six special places to stay that offer guests a break from traditional motels and hotels.
Bourbon Barrel Retreats
4814 Bardstown Road, Lawrenceburg, Kentucky, bourbonbarrelretreats.com
Talk about immersing yourself in the Kentucky bourbon experience. Bourbon Barrel Retreats is located on a sprawling 50-acre property, in the heart of bourbon country. The sleeping barrels accommodate two guests a piece and come with a king bed, private bathroom, kitchenette, heat/air and some include a hot tub. The only thing missing is the scent of the bourbon, which you can pretty easily remedy by opening your favorite bottle.