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Lakin' Memories- Large Waterfront Home on KY Lake Perfect for Family Gatherings

Vacation home near Kentucky Lake in Gilbertsville

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A two-story house with a covered deck, a fire pit, and outdoor seating.
A spacious living room with a sectional sofa, a dining area, and a kitchen with wooden cabinets and modern appliances.
A covered boat dock with a lounge area, a sign indicating 'No Diving', and a calm water body in the background.
Coffee/tea maker, fridge, microwave, oven
A covered dock with a boat and a canopy.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12232 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Gilbertsville, KY
  • Place, Kentucky Opry
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Place, Kentucky Shores Family Fun Center
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Place, Kentucky Dam State Park
    ‪19 min drive‬

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About the area

Gilbertsville

On lake.At this Gilbertsville vacation home, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Kentucky Lake and 12 miles (20 km) of Kentucky Opry. Kentucky Shores Family Fun Center and Twin Lakes Antique Mall are within 12 miles (20 km).
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What's nearby

  • Kentucky Opry - 16 min drive - 18.6 km
  • Kentucky Shores Family Fun Center - 17 min drive - 19.3 km
  • Twin Lakes Antique Mall - 18 min drive - 21.3 km
  • Maggie's Jungle Golf & Jungle Run - 18 min drive - 21.7 km
  • Kentucky Dam State Park - 19 min drive - 22.4 km

Getting around

  • Paducah, KY (PAH-Barkley Regional) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Patti's 1880's Settlement - ‬31 min drive
  • ‪Ralph's Harborview Grill - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Between The Lakes Taphouse - ‬31 min drive
  • ‪Thirsty Turtle - ‬34 min drive
  • ‪Iron Bell Coffee Parlor - ‬31 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Lakin' Memories- Large Waterfront Home on KY Lake Perfect for Family Gatherings

One of the newer builds on KY Lake. Builder handed over the keys in 2015. 4 bedroom, 2 bath with New everything! Covered porches that overlook the lake. Boat parking at the house. Private boat dock with built in sun shelf. Completely furnished except your personal belongings. Less than a mile from Moor's Marina, boat ramp, restaurant, and playground for kids. Location may be the best on the Lake as well, just across from popular local spots-"the sands" and "the rock quarry". Very gentle slope to the water. Walk out downstairs and stroll to the dock to fish, watch boats go by or swim. New grill-gas for your cookouts! Or we have several favorite restaurants just a few minutes away. NEW FOR 2021 - PUFFY MATTRESSES FOR KING AND QUEEN BED, NEW PILLOWS, LINENS, TOWELS and CONCRETE WALKWAYS! New for 2022, AC units upstairs and downstairs for your comfort, complete landscaping with beautiful gardens.
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Exterior detail
Kentucky Dam Village State Resort Park
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  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
4.5 out of 5, Wonderful, 1,156 reviews
The price is CA $96
CA $106 total
includes taxes & fees
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Hulu
  • Netflix
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Streaming services
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Fishing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Windsurfing 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,500 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. 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. Parties and events are allowed on site. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Lakin' Memories- Large Waterfront Home on KY Lake Perfect for Family Gatherings to the airport?

This vacation home is 41.2 mi (46-min drive) away from the Paducah, KY (PAH-Barkley Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Lakin' Memories- Large Waterfront Home on KY Lake Perfect for Family Gatherings have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Lakin' Memories- Large Waterfront Home on KY Lake Perfect for Family Gatherings offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Lakin' Memories- Large Waterfront Home on KY Lake Perfect for Family Gatherings?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Lakin' Memories- Large Waterfront Home on KY Lake Perfect for Family Gatherings?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Lakin' Memories- Large Waterfront Home on KY Lake Perfect for Family Gatherings?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Lakin' Memories- Large Waterfront Home on KY Lake Perfect for Family Gatherings have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Lakin' Memories- Large Waterfront Home on KY Lake Perfect for Family Gatherings have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Lakin' Memories- Large Waterfront Home on KY Lake Perfect for Family Gatherings to downtown Gilbertsville?

This vacation home is 8.4 mi away from Gilbertsville.

Lakin' Memories- Large Waterfront Home on KY Lake Perfect for Family Gatherings Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 69 out of 76 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 76 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 76 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 76 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 76 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bill G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property is great and Ben, the host, is what every VRBO host should aspire to be.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Amanda S.

Nice place

Awesome place, would like to book again for next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2017
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sam S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Would stay again!

It was a great stay. Easy to find. Close enough to town to make quick trips.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Blair F.

Great property that was perfect for our family! Can not wait for next year!

Great time had by all and the house was in excellent condition
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kathy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Kapp reunion

It is a great house with everything we need for our family. Always easy to contact owner and very quick to respond to any problems. We have rented for several years and it is great
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bill G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Kentucky Lake

Great owner, great home, second year we've stayed and are booked for next year
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

JoMarie R.

Loved it!

It’s a home away from home! Beautiful, super clean, good location- great weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2017
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mona K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Kentucky lake vacation

This property has eveything you need for your stay. Games for adults and kids, fully equipped kitchen, comfy beds, a convenient dock for boating, and much more! So happy that we found this place for our trip!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bill G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lakin Memories

This is the third year in a row our family has stayed here. We're booked for next year. It's a wonderful place to make great family memories.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Julie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing property

Perfect location, access to dock was better than expected. Great location on the lack. Owner very generously stocked the cabin.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeff D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

25’ Lakin Memories

Property clean, comfy, and close to the lake.Been using this unit for years and will continue to do so.If there is any problem owner/ property manager is quick to respond!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeff D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Kentucky 2024

Property well appointed and maintained Host available at any time Area quiet and relaxing Plenty to do in surrounding area Overall great vacation year after year
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Keep reunion

Very impressive upgrades to deck from last stay wonderful coming back next year
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Kapp reunion

We have stayed here for 5 years or more and have always had a wonderful time. This is the most well supplied and comfortable VRBO that we have stayed in. We stay here for a family reunion and the other houses stayed in are envious of the customer service that we receive. Exceptional host!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cindy A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Boating on Kentucky lake

Beautiful house on Kentucky lake! Great dock on the water to store our boat. Kayaks were provided for our use and we had a great time!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Kapp Reunion

Ben is very easy to work with and a very gracious host. The house is always clean and well stocked with items we may need during stay. Keeps it updated and very comfortable. The location is great for our family reunion
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Miranda R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Birthday lake trip

We had a wonderful time at Lakin’ Memories for my husband’s 30th birthday. Very clean and spacious house. We spent the majority of time there outside on the decks. Having an on-site boat dock was so helpful and convenient for us. Very friendly owner, he came by and introduced himself in person and wished my husband a happy birthday.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family reunion

The property is outstanding for our purpose. The house is always clean and well stocked with necessary items. Any communication with owner is always answered promptly. Had issues with washer but the problem was taken care of promptly and to our satisfaction.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Peter M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Love Lakin Memories

The only reason I don't stay at Lakin Memories when I visit Kentucky Lake is because its already booked. This place is more popular then fleas on a dog. The home is fantastic , the host Ben and his wife have become like family. Oh did I mention the dock for your boat. I want to live in this home. The property Manager Michelle is super helpfull. We will be back!
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jen A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Book this Lovely Lakeside Retreat!

We loved this property and the personal touches the hosts provide for their guests. The house was very comfortable, clean and cozy. The welcome gift was amazing and touching (no spoilers, but you'll love it, too!). We especially liked just chilling out on the decks watching the fireflies, owls, birds and deer in the back yard. My family was the original owner of Moors Resort and I have stayed in numerous properties in that area over the years. I must say this one was the most comfortable by far. Beds, pillows, shower heads, firm couches, well-stocked kitchen, clean porches, lighting, toiletries...everything was top notch. Highly recommend this property!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dora I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great vacation!

We enjoyed our vacation and would definitely stay at this home again. It was clean and comfortable. It was a good setup for our two family units. Our son and daughter-in-law and granddaughters utilized the downstairs with the three bedrooms and a bathroom and we used the bedroom and bathroom upstairs. We especially enjoyed the outdoor spaces, both upstairs and downstairs, for quiet morning coffee or playing with our granddaughters. The owner was responsive and helpful and went above and beyond to make us feel at home. We enjoyed the wine and cheese welcome gift too! Since we were near Moor’s and the marina, we ate at Ralph’s which was good and enjoyed ice cream at the marina almost every day when we were out boating. We definitely recommend Larkin’ Memories!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Barbara R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Memories Made

I started scheduling short KY Lake trips with my children, their spouses, and my grandchildren 6 years ago for the purpose of making great family memories. It took us awhile to find the right location and we enjoyed it for a few years until our family outgrew the living space. This year we stayed at Lakin’ Memories and it was wonderful. The accommodations in this new home are very nice with a fully equipped kitchen with lots of extras. The setting is beautiful and we had the use of the boat dock for our pontoon and jet ski. We appreciated the courteous service we received from the owners and thank them for making our trip memorable. We hope to return next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Melissa W.

Nice place to stay on the lake

We had 3 families staying here for a little over a week. 6 adults, 2 toddlers, and an infant. The layout worked nicely for us all. The home was beautifully decorated and the beds were all very comfortable. The owners thought of everything that would be needed. There were plenty of dishes, silver, cups, pots and pans. We were pleasantly surprised to find toddler plates and utensils as well. We rented a pontoon and were able to make use of the dock for easy loading of supplies which was nice because off all the gear you need with kids. My daughter hid a painted rock on the dock so we hope someone finds it and shares it on the Facebook page “Fort Wayne Rocks”
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic home perfect for a lake vacation

We have rented many VRBO properties over the years, and Lakin’ Memories was truly one of the best. Kentucky Lake is a calm place to boat and safely do water sports, and this property was the perfect place to come home to. It was clean, comfortable, and so well-stocked! This place had it all—extra comfy blankets, cooking spices, magazines, movies, books, games, pantry staples! We appreciated the welcome gift basket too! The layout worked well for two families. We all felt like we had enough space. On a vacation like this, the outside of the home is important as well. The dock was perfect for our boat and two wave runners. We easily parked two trailers and three vehicles in the paved driveway/next to the driveway on the gravel. We rented a different property in the area last year and had some issues with the steep parking for our trailers. In addition, the property is conveniently located close to Moor’s Marina, the sand beach, and the quarry. Have I mentioned the decks? Beautiful and so welcoming! We spent a lot of our down time outside enjoying the hammock, patio furniture, and built-in Bluetooth speakers. Both Michelle, the property manager, and Ben, the owner, were so kind and communicated promptly to answer any questions we had. Lakin’ Memories lives up to its name—great family memories were made!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Lori B.

"Lakin' Memories" is true to its name...

One of the most memorable vacations we have been on! The house is beautifully decorated, very clean and homey feeling, and super spacious. Even with 8 kids we had plenty of room! The location couldn't have been better either--very close to Moors Marina (which made it easy to rent/launch boats, jet skis, etc--literally a 2 minute ride on the water and less than 5 minutes driving); the beach ("the Sands") was just across the way and very well kept; and the "Rock Quarry" was quite a popular place with our kids--they loved jumping off the cliff and swinging on the rope! We love that the home is nestled back in a little cove--very peaceful and calm--perfect for swimming; and the fishing in the cove was great--caught lots of large blue gill and catfish using red worms! On those days you want to explore, there is lots close by to do. Patti's Settlement has shopping and dining, there's putt putting and animal viewing at Maggie's Jungle Golf and Jungle Run; horseback riding nearby, and we enjoyed checking out the dam. Hoping to hit the old-fashioned drive-in next visit. The countryside around there is beautiful so don't be afraid to venture off the beaten path. Although we cooked most of our own meals (the kitchen is well furnished for all your needs and easy to entertain in--love the open floor plan), we did enjoy and highly recommend Majestic's pizza, Belew's milkshakes, and Parcell's Bakery (also a Deli & Gift Shop). Ralph's down at Moors Marina is an easy order, take and go; or dine-in and enjoy their genuinely friendly hospitality and yummy food. The Housman family has a wonderful thing going here, and we can't wait to return and continue our "Lakin' Memories"! Thank you so much for a wonderful week!