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    Historic "Bank" Lodging, near the Creation Museum and Ark Encounter

    Petersburg, KY, USA
    • House1100 sqft
    • Bedrooms2
    • Sleeps7
    • Bathrooms1
    • Half Baths0
    • Minimum Stay2 - 3 nights

    2 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom, Sleeps 5-7 (See Deborah's Guesthouses for more)

    This 100-year-old bank was left to ruin, after a larger bank bought it out and closed it down.

    The open design of the Bank makes it ideal for 2-3 adults plus children. The only bathroom is accessed through the main bedroom, off the kitchen.

    **Note: If you are one family with more than 5 children coming (NOT adult children :)), and many of them are young, send an inquiry to me with how many adults, how many children plus their ages, and we will consider going over the maximum in this case.

    The Bank's septic system is also "historic", and we have to treat it with tender loving care!

    The vault is now a bedroom, with a twin over full bunk bed. There's also a TV with video player in the vault (no TV reception), just in case you want to lock your kids in there for a while. (Kidding...the steel vault door is wired open :)

    The main teller's area is now the living room with TV/DVD. Plus a table if your group is larger and wants to eat meals in this spacious room. The living room has a twin day bed, and a twin trundle bed.

    Off the living room is the former office area, which now has a queen size bed, a large reading chair with ottoman, and a nice-sized closet filled with extra linens, blankets, and some games and puzzles.

    The kitchen is in the back of the bank--this was the employees' area. It comes complete with dishwasher, microwave, fridge/freezer, toaster oven, pots and pans, dishes, coffee maker, and a small dining area.

    Off the kitchen is the laundry area, and that leads to the full bath, with tub/shower, towels and washcloths, plus hairdryer. (NOTE: The only bathroom is located at the back of the Bank, accessed through the main bedroom and the kitchen.)

    Check-in: 4 pm EST. Check-out: 11 am EST

    Owner

    Deborah

    Member Since 2011
    Premier Partner
    This HomeAway partner has demonstrated and is committed to fast response times, the best rates, and a great guest experience.
    Response rate:
    100%
    Response time:
    within one hour
    Speaks:
    english
    Calendar last updated:
    Apr 20, 2018
    About Deborah

    Originally from the St. Louis area, I lived in Petersburg from 1998 to 2013. The first time I drove into town looking for a home to buy, the 'Old Petersburg Operahouse' was for sale. Having majored in music many years ago, the old building sent out a siren call for me to buy it! I've been buying and rehabbing in town ever since. In 2011 I opened The Cottage for vacationers. It was a very slow start, and I wondered if it had been the right decision. But soon the Creation Museum guests started arriving--I love my guests! What a joy to interact with these Christian families (many with lots of children :), who are kind and intelligent...and take care of my home! It was obvious right away that a vacation home offers a much-needed alternative to hotel rooms...most of which cannot accommodate the larger families. Also, the ability to cook your own meals instead of eating out can save money. (And doing a little laundry during vacation can rescue you from a mountain of clothes when you get home...;-) I hope you enjoy the adventure of staying in this historic bank building...

    Amenities

      • Air Conditioning
      • Heater
      • Satellite or Cable
      • Kids Welcome
      • Washer & Dryer
      • Parking
      • TV
      • No Smoking

        Bedrooms

        • 2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 7
        • Vault
          1 double, 1 twin/ single
        • 'Former Office Area' bedroom
          1 queen
        • Living room
          2 twin/ single

          Bathrooms

          • 1 Bathroom
          • Bathroom 1
            toilet, combination tub/shower

            Meals

              • Guests provide their own meals

                General

                  • Air Conditioning
                  • Clothes Dryer
                  • Hair Dryer
                  • Heating
                  • Iron & Board
                  • Linens Provided
                  • Living Room
                  • Parking
                  • Towels Provided
                    For 9 people
                  • Washing Machine
                    Bring your own detergent, liquid only please (for the septic system's sake :)

                    Kitchen

                      • Dishes & Utensils
                      • Dishwasher
                      • Kitchen
                      • Microwave
                      • Refrigerator
                      • Stove

                        Dining

                          • Dining
                            Small dining area in kitchen, more tables in living room.
                          • Dining Area
                          • comfy seating for 6 people

                            Entertainment

                              • Books
                              • DVD Player
                              • Games
                                A few games and puzzles
                              • Satellite / Cable
                              • Television
                              • Video Library
                                Small selection of DVDs and videos

                                Outside

                                  • Deck / Patio
                                  • Outdoor Grill

                                    Suitability

                                      • wheelchair inaccessible

                                        109 Reviews

                                        Wonderful4.8/5

                                        Latest reviews

                                        Cute house, very small town

                                        4/5
                                        Stayed Mar 2018
                                        Angela S.Milwaukee, WI

                                        We had a very nice stay for our family of 4 (2 adults, two kids ages 5 and 8) at "The Bank". It was very spacious for the 4 of us. We loved the two separate bedrooms and the kids especially liked being able to chill with Netflix to wind down in the evenings. The layout is a little odd if you were staying with friends or those that you were not as close with, as you have to walk through the 'master' bedroom to get to the kitchen and only bathroom. It was about 5 minutes from the Creation Museum, 45 minutes from the Ark and 25 minutes from Newport KY/Cincinnatti. We knew The Bank was in a small town but small doesn't even describe it! It was tiny - the entire town perimeter is 1 mile. It has a handful of houses, 2 churches, a community center, a general store (gas, grocery and a restaurant all in one) and 1 stop sign (no stoplights). This isn't bad; it was just surprising that there was virtually no commerce. We went up a few freeway exits to get to food and groceries. Just something to be aware of! If ever back in the area, we would stay at The Bank again.

                                        Submitted Apr 03, 2018

                                        Great time

                                        5/5
                                        Stayed Feb 2018
                                        Tim R.

                                        This is the second time my boys and I stayed at the Bank, it was great for the four of us.

                                        Thank you

                                        Submitted Feb 21, 2018

                                        A comfy home away from home.

                                        5/5
                                        Stayed Dec 2017
                                        robyn m.

                                        The bank was clean and comfortable. There was also a toddler bed rail and booster chair with a tray for making our stay with our kiddos so much nicer. Lots of details were thought out in making this stay nice. Thank you!

                                        Submitted Dec 24, 2017

                                        Beautiful and comfortable location and property. Friendly and helpful owner and manager.

                                        4/5
                                        Stayed Dec 2017
                                        Suzanne N.Madison, AL

                                        We enjoyed our stay. The Bank was clean and comfortable and had everything we needed. There was a plumbing issue (thus the 4/5 stars) that the property manager quickly helped us with. She went over and above to take care of us.

                                        Submitted Dec 21, 2017

                                        Great, interesting house

                                        5/5
                                        Stayed Nov 2017
                                        Kathleen H.

                                        Cute little place, would recommend. Kids loved the bedroom in the old vault. Kitchen had everything we needed, just brought food. House was clean and comfortable.

                                        Submitted Nov 28, 2017

                                        Very nice and comfortable. Close to the Creation Museum and Ark. The neighborhood was super friendly

                                        5/5
                                        Stayed Nov 2017
                                        Juanita D.

                                        We are looking forward to coming back. We want to stay at the Victorian next time. Looks awesome from the outside.

                                        Submitted Nov 26, 2017

                                        Location

                                        Petersburg, KY, USA

                                        5 miles from the Creation Museum. 16 miles from Perfect North Slopes.

                                        Rates & Availability

                                        Additional information about rental rates

                                        Cleaning Fee
                                        $50
                                        Tax Rate
                                        12.36%

                                        Please include your cell# when booking your reservation. Rates are subject to change until reservation is confirmed. Reservation is confirmed when I receive your deposit. Tax rate of 12.36% is added. Kentucky sales tax 6.00% Kentucky transient room tax 1.06% Northern Kentucky transient room tax 5.30% Total 12.36%

                                        $125avg/night
                                        109 Reviews
                                        Wonderful 4.8/5
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