Off-Grid Solar Lakefront House/Private 80+ Wooded Acres On Nolin Lake

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9.3Outstanding
(14 Ratings)
"We enjoyed our stay. The house is well off the main road. The only sounds we heard were from nature. The deck and fire pit was perfect for catching up and hanging out. The house is solar powered so we..."
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9.3 / 10.0
Outstanding(14 Ratings)

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12 guests · 4 bedrooms · 2 baths

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About this house rental

Get away from it all at "Disaway", an eco-friendly, privately owned lakefront house on 80+ protected acres of forest on Nolin Lake, absolutely ideal for Lake Lovers and Nature Lovers alike. *****ABSOLUTELY FANTASTIC TO VISIT IN THE FALL AND WINTER. (Lake is drawn down in winter for flood control but the privacy is unmatched)

This one-of-a-kind off-grid solar-powered house (w/ back-up generator) was one of the first ever solar houses in the state of Kentucky, yet possesses almost all amenities of modern society except two: it has NO TELEVISION/WIFI and NO NEIGHBORS (But excellent cell reception for most). Over 80+ acres, most of which can never be developed, associated with the house makes this opportunity like no other. A respite here provides an extremely comfortable place to experience the nature of Kentucky, long lakefront accessed via a gentle slope, extensive decking and patios, star-gazing deck, screened porch, over 3/4 miles of lakefront, skiing/tubing, fishing, hiking trails right outside your backdoor, and on-site bird watching. You will have nearby access to boat rentals, horse riding, golf, and Mammoth Cave National Park.

Immerse yourself in the paths through the private woods providing miles of exploring the natural surroundings. A sample of bird sightings on the property include Bald Eagles, Osprey, Kingfishers, Scarlet and Summer Tanagers, Indigo Buntings, Whippoorwills, Bob Whites, 5+ varieties of woodpeckers, 4-5 hawk species, cranes. . . the list goes on and on. The mature forest is home to deer, turkey, bobcats, and raccoons, among others (no bears). Over 20 types of native wildflowers were noted to be in bloom in one day within 150 feet of the garage. Use the provided kayaks (and life jackets) to explore the longest privately-owned shoreline on the main part of Nolin Lake or bring your own boat.

The passive-solar design and open floor plan with lots of windows allow for beautiful views from every room in the house. The central open area allow the house to be cooled by a single energy-efficient split A/C unit, and heated by the stone fireplace (though can be augmented with the built-in propane heaters). The large lake-facing deck and patio can seat over 2 dozen people, and provide a peaceful shaded area for summer days or the ideal cool weather seating for a night-time fire listening to Barred Owls and Chuck-Will-Widows. (Firewood Provided!) With no lights from neighbors, views of the Milky Way from the star-gazing deck can be breathless on a moonless night.

This cedar-sided home is set among towering white oak, hickory, and beech trees with the solar panels 250 feet away on the garage. The four bedrooms (One of which is a loft) and 2.5 baths in 2100 sq ft can comfortably accommodate 12-14 (Plus 1 with available Pack-N-Play). The modern, fully stocked kitchen has a refrigerator/freezer with ice maker, gas oven/stove, microwave, coffee maker, double sink and separate prep sink. Outdoor grill is propane as well. The main floor master bedroom has an en suite full bathroom, queen bed, and a sitting/gaming area facing the lake. The upstairs master bedroom has a queen bed, reading area with a fold-out futon which can sleep 2 more. The additional bedroom and loft area can sleep 2 and 4 more respectively.

Near-by attractions include boat rentals at Moutardier ('Moody deer') Marina, Mammoth Cave, the Corvette Museum in Bowling Green, relative proximity to the Bourbon Trail, golf at Shady Hollow, horse-back riding through Mammoth Cave at Double J Stables.

One fairly steep hill greets one soon after entering the land, and the road back can seem like there may not be light at the end of the tunnel. But a light is there so be patient. On occasion, the generator may have to be manually started (instructions included of course).

If you are looking for a wild, party atmosphere where half the people huddle around a TV on game night or another for 'reality TV', this place is NOT for you. If you are looking for treatment for the overwhelming past of society, a place to get away from it all and rediscover nature, reconnect with your family, spend endless hours floating in a secluded cove, exploring native Kentucky woodlands or wetting a line, we welcome you as our guests.

Amenities at Off-Grid Solar Lakefront House/Private 80+ Wooded Acres On Nolin Lake

Air conditioning
Non-smoking
TV
Coffee/tea maker
Refridgerator
Kitchen
Microwave
Dishwasher
Washing machine
Dryer
Patio
Kitchenware
No pets allowed
Oven
Stove
Laundry services
Fireplace
Bath or shower
Towels

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Ratings and reviews

9.3 / 10.0
Outstanding(14 Ratings)
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·Oct 2021
We enjoyed our stay. The house is well off the main road. The only sounds we heard were from nature. The deck and fire pit was perfect for catching up and hanging out. The house is solar powered so we did lose power a few times for a few minutes. The owner was always available to help us through the generator start up. But we knew this going in. There is not much to do in the area outside of the caves. Plan on cooking in. Would definitely stay there again.
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·Oct 2020
The property was beautiful and we loved that it was off the grid. We had some issues with the generator, but other than that it was a great experience!
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·Jul 2019
We really enjoyed this home! The lake is lovely and fun swimming in this quiet cove. The kids fished every evening and caught quite a few every night right from the dock. The walk to the dock was not too bad, a little bit of a workout coming back up in the 90 degree heat. The house did pretty well staying cool in the extreme heat, but we did use a few portable fans. The house was exactly as described and we did not miss having a TV or WiFi Kitchen was well equipped. My only suggestion for owners would be to add another trash can- because a week with 11 people created quite a bit 😊 We have never been to Nolan lake and will definitely be back. All the kids and grandkids agreed that they liked this house and lake and location better than previous vacation rentals.
6.0 / 10.0Average·Aug 2019
Private and heavily wooded property. Private dock was great for the swimming and our boat tie ups. Not ideal for biking as trails were not visible or too wooded to traverse.

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FAQs

Is parking included with this house?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Off-Grid Solar Lakefront House/Private 80+ Wooded Acres On Nolin Lake. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this house?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Off-Grid Solar Lakefront House/Private 80+ Wooded Acres On Nolin Lake pet friendly?

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What amenities are available at Off-Grid Solar Lakefront House/Private 80+ Wooded Acres On Nolin Lake?

We found 19 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioning, non-smoking, tv, coffee/tea maker, and refridgerator.


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