Karen And Shawn's Guidebook
Artisan Interests
Whether looking for durable pottery goods or that one-of-a-kind art piece, this is the place to go. This is a working studio, a little out-of-the way in Red Lick, KY, but the drive through country roads and the scene that awaits you are worth the extra 15 minutes drive off of Hwy 421!
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Tater Knob Pottery & Farm
260 Wolf Gap RdWhether looking for durable pottery goods or that one-of-a-kind art piece, this is the place to go. This is a working studio, a little out-of-the way in Red Lick, KY, but the drive through country roads and the scene that awaits you are worth the extra 15 minutes drive off of Hwy 421!
A new facility with a breadth of artifacts handmade from all over KY. You can browse like it is a museum, but be sure to buy a beautiful made-in-Kentucky piece of art for your home. While there you can eat in their cafe, too!
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Kentucky Artisan Center at Berea
200 Artisan WayA new facility with a breadth of artifacts handmade from all over KY. You can browse like it is a museum, but be sure to buy a beautiful made-in-Kentucky piece of art for your home. While there you can eat in their cafe, too!
You will find out about the local festivals throughout the year including their outdoor Guild of artists and craftsmen fairs, July 4th Spectacular & Fireworks celebration, Spoonbread Festival, and a variety of music festivals held throughout the year including the annual Fall Mountain Folk Festival in late September ( berea-folk-circle.org).
If you desire a hands-on workshop or in-studio workshop, be sure to visit the listed website for the latest upcoming events.
www.visitberea.com
There are shops in this way station and free parking. Be sure to catch the trolley to get a quick overview and history of the town and college!
Berea Tourism / Berea Welcome Center
3 Artist CirYou will find out about the local festivals throughout the year including their outdoor Guild of artists and craftsmen fairs, July 4th Spectacular & Fireworks celebration, Spoonbread Festival, and a variety of music festivals held throughout the year including the annual Fall Mountain Folk Festival in late September ( berea-folk-circle.org).
If you desire a hands-on workshop or in-studio workshop, be sure to visit the listed website for the latest upcoming events.
www.visitberea.com
There are shops in this way station and free parking. Be sure to catch the trolley to get a quick overview and history of the town and college!
Oh my, I have several unique pieces of jewelry from this shop and have made it a regular stop for Christmas gift-giving! Bob is the artist and his wife Judy runs the shop. Often you will find him in the middle of making a new creation. Recently, he has taken up the craft of Old-World Filigree with a modern twist which they have several selections in necklaces and earrings. They also have a unique collection of geodes and natural stones of which I have witnessed a few young boys ogling. Bob and Judy are easy conversationalists and make you feel welcome in their shop!
Lindsay Gallery
2 Artist CirOh my, I have several unique pieces of jewelry from this shop and have made it a regular stop for Christmas gift-giving! Bob is the artist and his wife Judy runs the shop. Often you will find him in the middle of making a new creation. Recently, he has taken up the craft of Old-World Filigree with a modern twist which they have several selections in necklaces and earrings. They also have a unique collection of geodes and natural stones of which I have witnessed a few young boys ogling. Bob and Judy are easy conversationalists and make you feel welcome in their shop!
Unique wood-crafted items for your home and handmade brooms to buy. If you are a woodworker yourself, the owner is easy to engage in conversation.
The cabin itself is a beauty to see. Once a home, then a school, and then a historical recreation site and is now a gallery of fine hand-crafted wood items!
The Cabin of Old Town Artisan Gallery
3 Artist CirUnique wood-crafted items for your home and handmade brooms to buy. If you are a woodworker yourself, the owner is easy to engage in conversation.
The cabin itself is a beauty to see. Once a home, then a school, and then a historical recreation site and is now a gallery of fine hand-crafted wood items!
Berea is home to a thriving population of weavers, instrument makers, furniture artisans, jewelry designers, glassworkers, potters, painters, sculptors, and musicians. The story of Berea’s artisan community is interwoven with the historic Berea College, the first interracial and coeducational college in the South.
Plenty of shopping, dining, discovering in one place!
North Main Street
North Main StreetBerea is home to a thriving population of weavers, instrument makers, furniture artisans, jewelry designers, glassworkers, potters, painters, sculptors, and musicians. The story of Berea’s artisan community is interwoven with the historic Berea College, the first interracial and coeducational college in the South.
Plenty of shopping, dining, discovering in one place!
Food Scene
Whether looking to pick up fresh organic food supplies for your stay at the cabin or a taste of local farm-to-table cooking, this is the place! The Berea College Farm Store offers a wide variety of fresh vegetables, fruits, herbs, grains, mushrooms, pork, beef, chicken, and more – all produced by students gaining hands-on farming experience while working their way through college.
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Berea College Farm Store
311 N Main StWhether looking to pick up fresh organic food supplies for your stay at the cabin or a taste of local farm-to-table cooking, this is the place! The Berea College Farm Store offers a wide variety of fresh vegetables, fruits, herbs, grains, mushrooms, pork, beef, chicken, and more – all produced by students gaining hands-on farming experience while working their way through college.
This is the place for great BBQ with a genuine Louisianna kick, live music entertainment, lovely views on the riverfront, and a giant sandbox for children. We regularly make a point to visit several times a year-especially for their brisket! Only a 45-minute drive to Clays Ferry from the cabin, you won"t be disappointed.
Please note the restaurant is open from February 13th through Thanksgiving.
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Proud Mary BBQ
9079 Old Richmond RdThis is the place for great BBQ with a genuine Louisianna kick, live music entertainment, lovely views on the riverfront, and a giant sandbox for children. We regularly make a point to visit several times a year-especially for their brisket! Only a 45-minute drive to Clays Ferry from the cabin, you won"t be disappointed.
Please note the restaurant is open from February 13th through Thanksgiving.
Simple Italian fare at reasonable prices. Their pizza is highly recommended.
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Papa Leno's
108 Center StSimple Italian fare at reasonable prices. Their pizza is highly recommended.
They make THE best cup of mocha coffee! They are a true barista making your beverages fresh while you wait. The homemade desserts and light fare are worth the stop.
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Berea Coffee & Tea Co.
124 S Main StThey make THE best cup of mocha coffee! They are a true barista making your beverages fresh while you wait. The homemade desserts and light fare are worth the stop.
Eat your noodles YOUR way made fresh just for you. This is a family-owned and operated business with a portion of their profits supporting local charities. Eat well and do some good, too!
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Noodle Nirvana
112 Chestnut StEat your noodles YOUR way made fresh just for you. This is a family-owned and operated business with a portion of their profits supporting local charities. Eat well and do some good, too!
Sonny's BBQ
1001 Center DrEat-in or order out, either way, we enjoy their burgers or ribs the best!
Smack dab in the middle of Old Town Artisan shops, it's a quick lunch with great pizza. Stop in between your shopping and gazing.
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Apollo Pizza
215 Adams StSmack dab in the middle of Old Town Artisan shops, it's a quick lunch with great pizza. Stop in between your shopping and gazing.
Music and Entertainment
Only a 45-minute drive from our cabin, "Kentucky's Country Music Capital" offers concerts located in a state-of-the-art facility.
Check out the season's listing: www.renfrovalley.com
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Renfro Valley Entertainment Center
2380 Richmond StOnly a 45-minute drive from our cabin, "Kentucky's Country Music Capital" offers concerts located in a state-of-the-art facility.
Check out the season's listing: www.renfrovalley.com
If you are looking for live entertainment in historic Winchester, this is a 52-minute drive from the cabin.
Leeds Center For The Arts
37 N Main StIf you are looking for live entertainment in historic Winchester, this is a 52-minute drive from the cabin.
Hiking
Be sure to pack a lunch for a relatively easy 1/2 day adventure. The drive is close to the cabin as you venture into Jackson County, KY "Where the Mountains and the Bluegrass Blend."
We enjoyed the natural surroundings, picnic area, and friendly people!
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Flat Lick Falls Recreational Area
Be sure to pack a lunch for a relatively easy 1/2 day adventure. The drive is close to the cabin as you venture into Jackson County, KY "Where the Mountains and the Bluegrass Blend."
We enjoyed the natural surroundings, picnic area, and friendly people!
"Anglin Falls Trail is a fun, little-known trail perfect for those looking for a moderate day out to a waterfall. ” (Brian Bell)
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Anglin Falls
"Anglin Falls Trail is a fun, little-known trail perfect for those looking for a moderate day out to a waterfall. ” (Brian Bell)
Also known as The Pinnacles, this is a moderate-to-difficult trail but well worth the effort for such a view! There is a picnic area at the trailhead where two major craft fairs are held in the woods twice a year.
Indian Fort Mountain
Also known as The Pinnacles, this is a moderate-to-difficult trail but well worth the effort for such a view! There is a picnic area at the trailhead where two major craft fairs are held in the woods twice a year.
Three trailheads are accessed from this center: The Pinnacles (difficult), Anglin Falls (moderate), and Brushy Fork Park(easy).
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Berea College Forestry Outreach Center
2047 Big Hill RdThree trailheads are accessed from this center: The Pinnacles (difficult), Anglin Falls (moderate), and Brushy Fork Park(easy).
Sightseeing
If you enjoy living history, this is an excellent example of early Kentucky daily life. It is a great full or 1/2-day trip for the family and reasonably priced. There are hiking trails, picnic areas, and fishing (check out state fishing license requirements).
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Fort Boonesborough State Park
4375 Boonesboro RdIf you enjoy living history, this is an excellent example of early Kentucky daily life. It is a great full or 1/2-day trip for the family and reasonably priced. There are hiking trails, picnic areas, and fishing (check out state fishing license requirements).
Downtown Winchester is known for its authentic down-home charm and hospitality. A 52-minute drive from the cabin, they're celebrated for unique local flavors (beer cheese! Ale 8 One!), a super-friendly community, and remarkable architecture. The heart of downtown is a multi-block national historic district. It features the "High Side" of Main Street- one of the only elevated sidewalks in the Commonwealth!
Explore locally owned shops, restaurants, and boutiques. Take in a little history at the Bluegrass Heritage Museum or on a cellphone walking tour. Or catch a live show at The Leeds Center for the Arts. There is something for everyone there.
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Bluegrass Heritage Museum
217 S Main StDowntown Winchester is known for its authentic down-home charm and hospitality. A 52-minute drive from the cabin, they're celebrated for unique local flavors (beer cheese! Ale 8 One!), a super-friendly community, and remarkable architecture. The heart of downtown is a multi-block national historic district. It features the "High Side" of Main Street- one of the only elevated sidewalks in the Commonwealth!
Explore locally owned shops, restaurants, and boutiques. Take in a little history at the Bluegrass Heritage Museum or on a cellphone walking tour. Or catch a live show at The Leeds Center for the Arts. There is something for everyone there.
Baldwin Farms is a family farm specializing in summer produce, fall pumpkins, and Christmas trees. They grow summer produce to sell at Farmer’s Markets. Celebrate the fall harvest at the Pumpkins & More Festival on the farm, and U-Cut Christmas trees, wreaths, swags, and garland are available during the Christmas season. Baldwin Farms is an excellent place for the entire family!
Baldwin Farms
1113 Tates Creek Road
Richmond, KY 40475
(859) 582-5785
Baldwin Farms
Baldwin FarmsBaldwin Farms is a family farm specializing in summer produce, fall pumpkins, and Christmas trees. They grow summer produce to sell at Farmer’s Markets. Celebrate the fall harvest at the Pumpkins & More Festival on the farm, and U-Cut Christmas trees, wreaths, swags, and garland are available during the Christmas season. Baldwin Farms is an excellent place for the entire family!
Baldwin Farms
1113 Tates Creek Road
Richmond, KY 40475
(859) 582-5785
This historic site that served as the home of emancipationist Cassius Marcellus Clay is nestled in rolling farmland. The home near Richmond was built in the late 1700s, with a major addition constructed in the 1860s. Historic White Hall mansion, designed in Georgian and Italianate styles, boasts nearly 10,000 square feet with modern innovations of the time such as central heating and indoor plumbing.
General Green Clay’s military career was very imposing. He served in the Revolutionary War and fought alongside Daniel Boone in defending Boonesborough. Arguably Clay’s most impressive service was as a Brigadier-General in the War of 1812.
Enjoy a leisurely picnic lunch under the trees in the picnic area behind the grist mill/restrooms. Perhaps you will spot wild turkeys or deer in the fields surrounding the park.
Rates
Adults: $10.00
Seniors (62+): $8.00
Military: $8.00
AAA: $8.00
Adult Groups (10 or more): $8.00
Children (6-12): $5.00
School Groups (10 or more): $3.00
500 White Hall Shrine Rd.
Richmond, KY 40475
Phone: 859-623-9178
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White Hall State Historic Site
500 White Hall Shrine RdThis historic site that served as the home of emancipationist Cassius Marcellus Clay is nestled in rolling farmland. The home near Richmond was built in the late 1700s, with a major addition constructed in the 1860s. Historic White Hall mansion, designed in Georgian and Italianate styles, boasts nearly 10,000 square feet with modern innovations of the time such as central heating and indoor plumbing.
General Green Clay’s military career was very imposing. He served in the Revolutionary War and fought alongside Daniel Boone in defending Boonesborough. Arguably Clay’s most impressive service was as a Brigadier-General in the War of 1812.
Enjoy a leisurely picnic lunch under the trees in the picnic area behind the grist mill/restrooms. Perhaps you will spot wild turkeys or deer in the fields surrounding the park.
Rates
Adults: $10.00
Seniors (62+): $8.00
Military: $8.00
AAA: $8.00
Adult Groups (10 or more): $8.00
Children (6-12): $5.00
School Groups (10 or more): $3.00
500 White Hall Shrine Rd.
Richmond, KY 40475
Phone: 859-623-9178
If you are interested in Civil War History, this is a self-guided walking tour. The museum on the property is open on weekends. They also have a sheltered picnic area and public restrooms.
Battlefield Park
1546 Battlefield Memorial HwyIf you are interested in Civil War History, this is a self-guided walking tour. The museum on the property is open on weekends. They also have a sheltered picnic area and public restrooms.
Outdoor Adventures
600-acre lakeside park featuring a golf & mini-golf course, plus sports fields, batting cage & an aquatic center.
Whether you enjoy kayaking, fishing, or picnicking this is a gorgeous spot just 40 minutes from the cabin. If you are planning a family reunion, there is a beautiful shelter overlooking the lake. Call (859) 623-8753 to reserve for a special gathering. Plan ahead to make reservations for kayak rentals: Lake Reba Adventures Kayak Rentals, kypaddle.com
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Parque Lago Reba
299 Lake Reba Dr600-acre lakeside park featuring a golf & mini-golf course, plus sports fields, batting cage & an aquatic center.
Whether you enjoy kayaking, fishing, or picnicking this is a gorgeous spot just 40 minutes from the cabin. If you are planning a family reunion, there is a beautiful shelter overlooking the lake. Call (859) 623-8753 to reserve for a special gathering. Plan ahead to make reservations for kayak rentals: Lake Reba Adventures Kayak Rentals, kypaddle.com
These two young men know the outdoors! Just 6 miles from the cabin down Big Hill on the corner of Hwy 421 and 25, you can rent a kayak. canoe, or book them as your personal guide for the day. Call or text (859) 544-7079. www.getoutsideky.com
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Get Outside KY
204 Big Hill RdThese two young men know the outdoors! Just 6 miles from the cabin down Big Hill on the corner of Hwy 421 and 25, you can rent a kayak. canoe, or book them as your personal guide for the day. Call or text (859) 544-7079. www.getoutsideky.com
Fishing, canoeing, kayaking within a beautiful natural setting.
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Owsley Fork Reservoir
Fishing, canoeing, kayaking within a beautiful natural setting.
Plan a full-day trip. While this is an hour and a 20-minute drive from the cabin, you will see some gorgeous backroad country scenery. The time will quickly pass!
Natural Bridge State Park is only minutes away from Red River Gorge.
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Red River Gorge
Plan a full-day trip. While this is an hour and a 20-minute drive from the cabin, you will see some gorgeous backroad country scenery. The time will quickly pass!
Natural Bridge State Park is only minutes away from Red River Gorge.
This Canopy Tour offers a safe and exciting way to be outdoors and experience an otherwise unseen area of Central Kentucky. With deep limestone gorges, spring-fed creeks and old-growth trees. With the added bonus of a little speed to keep your adrenaline and your teenagers happy! Their certified guides will keep everyone safe and entertained while they tell tales of early settlers.
If speed is not your thing, you may be interested in a guided 2-mile hike through Kentucky Palisades and Boone Creek Gorge. This property has only been available to the public for a short time. Come see the natural beauty here that has been hidden from the world. With native forest surrounding you, and limestone cliffs rising high above your heads come see a piece of Kentucky history not available anywhere else.
Boone Creek Outdoors, 8291 Old Richmond Rd, Lexington, KY 40515, USA (near the Clays Ferry bridge, 45 minutes from the cabin).
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Boone Creek Outdoors
8291 Old Richmond RdThis Canopy Tour offers a safe and exciting way to be outdoors and experience an otherwise unseen area of Central Kentucky. With deep limestone gorges, spring-fed creeks and old-growth trees. With the added bonus of a little speed to keep your adrenaline and your teenagers happy! Their certified guides will keep everyone safe and entertained while they tell tales of early settlers.
If speed is not your thing, you may be interested in a guided 2-mile hike through Kentucky Palisades and Boone Creek Gorge. This property has only been available to the public for a short time. Come see the natural beauty here that has been hidden from the world. With native forest surrounding you, and limestone cliffs rising high above your heads come see a piece of Kentucky history not available anywhere else.
Boone Creek Outdoors, 8291 Old Richmond Rd, Lexington, KY 40515, USA (near the Clays Ferry bridge, 45 minutes from the cabin).
Guided Trails/ Saturday & Sundays
Ride through the historic land of Daniel Boone and experience the love of horses and the wonders of nature! A 40-minute drive north to Richmond, KY from the cabin.
Call to make reservations: 615-268-9960
Ages 8 & up, all levels of riders
Deer Run Stables
10113 North County Road 1075 EastGuided Trails/ Saturday & Sundays
Ride through the historic land of Daniel Boone and experience the love of horses and the wonders of nature! A 40-minute drive north to Richmond, KY from the cabin.
Call to make reservations: 615-268-9960
Ages 8 & up, all levels of riders
You’ve seen plenty of rainbows, but Cumberland Falls’ moonbow, which occurs each month during the full moon, is out of this world.
Take one look at Cumberland Falls and you’ll understand why it’s often called the “Niagara of the South”. At 125 feet wide and seven stories tall, this is one spectacular cascade.
This is a fairly long hike (6 hours) recommended for experienced hikers looking for a challenge.
There are shorter trails throughout the state park and other activities including fishing, horseback riding, gem mining, bird watching, picnicking, and even rafting. It is a 1-hour and 20-minute drive from the cabin, but for a full day out with many options, this would be the place.
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Cumberland Falls
You’ve seen plenty of rainbows, but Cumberland Falls’ moonbow, which occurs each month during the full moon, is out of this world.
Take one look at Cumberland Falls and you’ll understand why it’s often called the “Niagara of the South”. At 125 feet wide and seven stories tall, this is one spectacular cascade.
This is a fairly long hike (6 hours) recommended for experienced hikers looking for a challenge.
There are shorter trails throughout the state park and other activities including fishing, horseback riding, gem mining, bird watching, picnicking, and even rafting. It is a 1-hour and 20-minute drive from the cabin, but for a full day out with many options, this would be the place.
Located in Jackson County. Horseback riding, hiking trails, horse trails for your horses available. Call the ranch ahead to the ranch for booking.
www.kentuckybyhorse.com
(606)364-2021
Triple R Ranch
796 Peter Cave RoadLocated in Jackson County. Horseback riding, hiking trails, horse trails for your horses available. Call the ranch ahead to the ranch for booking.
www.kentuckybyhorse.com
(606)364-2021
Battlefield Golf Course
524 General Cruft DrClose by for a quick round or two.
This is called the most beautiful PUBLIC golf course in Central KY. It is located in a gorgeous area and only 45 minutes from the cabin.
Boone's Trace National Golf Club
175 Gleneagles BoulevardThis is called the most beautiful PUBLIC golf course in Central KY. It is located in a gorgeous area and only 45 minutes from the cabin.
Hands-on Studio Craft Making
Sign up for hands-on workshops in metal and copper stamped or forged bracelet making for 2 - 4 people.
135 North Broadway,
Berea, KY
Phone: (859) 429-2747
Gastineau Studio
135 North BroadwaySign up for hands-on workshops in metal and copper stamped or forged bracelet making for 2 - 4 people.
135 North Broadway,
Berea, KY
Phone: (859) 429-2747
If you have the knack or hankering to try your hand at glass-blowing, this is the place.
217 Adams Street
(859) 985-0150
Weston Glass Studio
217 Adams StreetIf you have the knack or hankering to try your hand at glass-blowing, this is the place.
217 Adams Street
(859) 985-0150
The Berea Arts Council offers various workshops at different times throughout the year. To see what they have scheduled and for more details, visit their workshop section on their experiencing and programs page at www.bereaartscouncil.org/experiences-programs.
Contact: Berea Arts Council
Location: 444 Chestnut Street
Phone: (859) 985-9317
Berea Arts Council
444 Chestnut StThe Berea Arts Council offers various workshops at different times throughout the year. To see what they have scheduled and for more details, visit their workshop section on their experiencing and programs page at www.bereaartscouncil.org/experiences-programs.
Contact: Berea Arts Council
Location: 444 Chestnut Street
Phone: (859) 985-9317
BEREA FESTIVAL of LEARNSHOPS - July 2021
Whether your interest is creative writing, playing the dulcimer, or blacksmithing, the Berea Festival of Learnshops has something for you. Select among workshops that last from two hours to two days to pursue your interest in sustainable living, media arts, collage, painting, Appalachian crafts, fiber arts, jewelry, glass, storytelling, literary arts, theatre, music, multimedia sculpture, woodworking, or professional learning for educators. The Festival of Learnshops is Family Friendly, so bring your kids or grandkids, enroll them in the youth friendly offerings or join an intergenerational learnshop and create together.
https://www.visitberea.com/festival-of-learnshops
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Berea
BEREA FESTIVAL of LEARNSHOPS - July 2021
Whether your interest is creative writing, playing the dulcimer, or blacksmithing, the Berea Festival of Learnshops has something for you. Select among workshops that last from two hours to two days to pursue your interest in sustainable living, media arts, collage, painting, Appalachian crafts, fiber arts, jewelry, glass, storytelling, literary arts, theatre, music, multimedia sculpture, woodworking, or professional learning for educators. The Festival of Learnshops is Family Friendly, so bring your kids or grandkids, enroll them in the youth friendly offerings or join an intergenerational learnshop and create together.
https://www.visitberea.com/festival-of-learnshops