This is the river where grain alcohol turned into bourbon. Along this river distillers would load barges of alcohol destined for Memphis and New Orleans. To cheapen the transport, they used cask oak barrels. During the long trip down to New Orleans the alcohol would mix in with the wooden barrels and be transformed. New Orleans didn't know what to call this sweet new liquor. The casks were stamped with the county of origin, Bourbon County. This resulted in a new nickname being formed, Bourbon Whiskey, and the name stuck. The river isn't used for transport much anymore, but the history remains.

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SAR 808 total

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25 Jun - 26 Jun

"We are repeat customers, will definitely try to rent again. "

"Wonderful place. "

"Great house and location. Near stops on Bourbon Trail and great restaurants."

SAR 4,143 total

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10 Jun - 11 Jun

"The house was immaculate and very warm a cozy. After visiting the local distilleries we came back and enjoyed games of poker and video games provided with lots of fun. Beds were comfortable. Appliances were very nice with plenty of cookware. House was on a fairly busy street but sat back from the road so there was no noise at all. Hope to come back again!"

SAR 2,018 total

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8 Jun - 9 Jun

"A beautiful and very welll appointed home with plenty of room. Very clean, comfortable beds, and a lovely kitchen to cook in. Excellent communication with property manager. Perfectly located for all of our needs. Can’t wait to stay here again."

SAR 1,818 total

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15 Jun - 16 Jun

"It worked great for us "

"Another great stay; perfect for our Family!!"

"Great location for traveling all over the Lexington area!"

"We stayed here for a night and attended an event at the Greyline station for the weekend! Wish we could of stayed long ! Next time! Amazing property!"

SAR 1,639 total

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9 Jun - 10 Jun

"Great house! Super cute coffee shop down the street too!"

Fridge, coffee/tea maker, cookware/dishes/utensils

"Clean and pretty good for the price "

SAR 1,002 total

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30 Jun - 1 Jul

"Great location. Had a bunch of snow on the ground and porch. Couldn’t find a shovel. Parking was limited and tight. "

SAR 776 total

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30 Jun - 1 Jul

"This is a great little house in a great location. There was plenty of room even though the house is a little small. It was close to downtown and there were a few shops within walking distance. I would definitely stay there again. "

SAR 826 total

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30 Jun - 1 Jul

"Convenient to downtown, hospitals and campus. "

"The house is very comfortable, clean and well stocked. And the location is so convenient to the airport, Keeneland, UK, shopping and dining. And the host is great! We visit Lexington a couple times a year and this is one we’ll definitely want to stay in again. "

"Great house in a perfect location. "

SAR 1,857 total

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15 Jun - 16 Jun

"We stayed 4 nights in late December with kids and grandkids and had a great time visiting, eating, touring, and hanging out. We had an excellent time at Buffalo Trace Distillery and Mill Ridge Farm. The house had everything we (12) needed, and Kristine was very helpful with the questions we asked. "

SAR 4,233 total

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8 Jun - 9 Jun

"Great place and wonderful location "

"Clean property with thoughtful touches. Would recommend to others! "

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Embassy Suites by Hilton Lexington/UK Coldstream

5/5 Excellent

"Wonderful place"

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5/5 Excellent

"Loved the location, rooms, guest services and grill were all fantastic. Beds so comfy the down pillows and comforter were great. Housekeeping made beds and swapped towels daily, which is a rarity in todays hotel stays in my latest experiences. Will definitely book them again. "

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Keeneland- LEX Airport Darling

Lakefront Home Close to Bourbon Trail--Dog friendly and now with WiFi!

Heated, Saltwater Pool-Hot Tub-GameRm-Bar-near Keeneland-Bourbon Trail-Dogs OK!

New! Bourbon Barrel Hot Tub Getaway

Hot Tub | Walk to Downtown | Patio | Fire Pit | Game Room

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Lexington Home ~ 2 Mi to University of Kentucky!

Lovely 3 Bdrm Home w/Free Parking Close to I-75!

This house is a 4 bedroom(s), 3 bathrooms, located in Lexington, KY.

Hot Tub | Close to Downtown | Game Room | Fire Pit

This house is a 3 bedroom(s), 2 bathrooms, located in Lexington, KY.

This bungalow is a 2 bedroom(s), 1 bathrooms, located in Lexington, KY.

Stay in a newly renovated home in the heart of Dtown Lexington

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Newly remodeled beautiful home in a nice neighborhood!

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