Things To Do
Bourbon, Horses, and Bluegrass — All Within Reach.
Some of Kentucky's most iconic distilleries, horse farms, and parks are minutes from your door.
The Bourbon Trail
World-Class Distilleries, Just Down the Road.
Woodford Reserve
~10 minutes away
Established 1812 — one of the oldest and most picturesque distilleries on the Bourbon Trail. Tours, tastings, and barrel-strength experiences.
Plan a VisitCastle & Key
~15 minutes away
A historic distillery brought back to life — gorgeous grounds, gardens, and one of the most photographed visitor experiences in Kentucky.
Plan a VisitBuffalo Trace
~20 minutes away
The country's oldest continuously operating distillery, in nearby Frankfort. Free tours and a deep history of American whiskey.
Plan a VisitHorse Country
Where Triple Crown Champions Live.
Keeneland Race Track
~20 minutes away
One of the most beautiful tracks in the world — spring and fall race meets, year-round morning workouts, and a renowned thoroughbred auction house.
Race CalendarWinStar Farm
~10 minutes away
A celebrated thoroughbred breeding and training facility, home to numerous champion stallions. Public tours available by reservation.
Visit WinStarCoolmore Ashford Stud
~15 minutes away
A premier thoroughbred breeding facility — Justify, American Pharoah, and a roster of champion stallions call Ashford home.
Learn MoreOutdoor & Cultural
Beyond the Bourbon and the Track.
Big Spring Park
Right behind the cottages
A serene park with a picturesque spring and walking trails — perfect for a morning stroll or birdwatching with coffee.
Bluegrass Scenic Railroad
In Versailles
A beautifully preserved heritage railroad with seasonal scenic excursions through the Kentucky countryside.
Woodford Theatre
Downtown Versailles
Live community theatre with a year-round calendar of plays, musicals, and concerts.
Wildside Winery
~15 minutes
A family-run Kentucky winery with tastings, vineyard tours, and outdoor seating — a nice change of pace from bourbon.
Downtown Versailles
Walking distance
Local restaurants, coffee shops, antique stores, and small-town Saturday-morning energy. Most of it within a five-minute walk.
Lexington
~20 minutes
Restaurants, museums, the University of Kentucky campus, and the Kentucky Horse Park — all an easy drive away.
Want a Local's Itinerary?
We're a family that's lived here for generations. Tell us when you're coming and what you're into — bourbon, horses, antiques, hiking, or just a quiet weekend — and we'll send back a tailored list of where to go.