Willis Graves Bed and Breakfast near the Ark Encounter is a luxurious B&B in KY, where you can explore everything from local dining to regional wildlife in vast state parks. Staying active in Kentucky during your vacation is easy. Our B&B in KY is conveniently located near local parks and trails. If you’re willing to explore, you’ll open a world of possibilities with activities that are typically hard to find all in one place.
Here’s what you could do when you base your adventure from the best B&B in KY.
Visit Devou Park Minutes from Your Bed and Breakfast in KY
Cincinnati is an exciting city with everything that you would expect from a major metropolis. The diversity in dining, entertainment, art, and culture is rare to find. When exploring a region, it’s best to take in as much as you can. Breaking up your adventure with active outings is a great way to help you absorb everything.
Devou Park is just minutes from Willis Graves Bed and Breakfast in KY. It’s on the Kentucky side of the Ohio River, just outside of Covington and Newport. For a park outside a major commercial hub, it sure feels like you’re a world away. There are 700 acres of forest, trails, and overlooks. Bicycle rentals are readily available, giving you access to everything that the park offers.
Take the backcountry trails if you’re more adventurous. Or, stick to the paved street trails if you just want to remain active while exploring somewhere new. There are picnic areas and a picturesque lake. You could even take time out to explore the Behringer-Crawford Museum inside the park. The Devou Park Band Shell is a small outdoor amphitheater where you’ll often find outdoor entertainment on weekends. You can talk to the friendly staff at our Bed and Breakfast in KY to learn about local events.
Drive Out to Big Bone Lick State Park
An active adventure in Northern Kentucky wouldn’t be complete without seeing Big Bone Lick State Park. South of Willis Graves Bed and Breakfast in KY, it’s a 30-minute drive down to the park through some gorgeous backcountry.
You can see the majestic bison roaming at any time of year. Bison are our only living link to the Ice Age! They’re here in their full splendor, although you might have to look closely towards shaded trees to see them on hot days.
The park is open year-round, has several miles of walking trails, and is perfect for visitors of all ages. There’s a museum on site, exploring the natural and cultural history of Northern Kentucky. This is a great day trip for active travelers staying at our luxurious B&B in KY.
Boating in Northern Kentucky
One of the best ways to stay active when staying at a bed and breakfast in KY is to get out on the water. The Ohio River makes the border between Kentucky and Ohio. With the beautiful backdrop of Cincinnati, getting out on the water is as scenic as it is active and exhilarating. There are Kayak, Canoe, and Paddleboat rentals available around Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky. If you’d rather relax while staying outdoors, you could take a guided paddleboat tour.
The staff at our bed and breakfast in KY is your personal concierge. If you’re interested in getting out on the water, we’ll help you to plan the perfect adventure.
Willis Graves Bed and Breakfast Near the Ark Encounter
Willis Graves is a bed and breakfast near the Ark Encounter, an impressive living history museum near the Cincinnati border. When you’re taking a break from the trails and parks, it’s worth checking out the Ark.
Our bed and breakfast near the Ark Encounter is around 30 minutes from one of the most unique attractions in the world. The Ark Encounter’s prime exhibit is the 510-foot-long recreation of Noah’s Ark, with interactive exhibits. It’s an adventure through biblical history that explores the ark from the perspective of scripture. It also connects legends from around the world that tell us about Noah’s Flood. There’s a restaurant on site, a VR (Virtual Reality) experience, and countless pieces of information to be found just by exploring the visits. If you’re interested in the Ark, you’ll find that our bed and breakfast near the Ark Encounter is conveniently located between the Ark, Cincinnati, and even the Creation Museum. This region will never leave you looking for new things to do.
Staying at our bed and breakfast near the Ark Encounter will give you the perfect base to enjoy active adventures in Northern Kentucky and a day out to see this modern engineering marvel.
Start Your Adventure in Kentucky and Cincinnati by Booking at the Best B&B in KY
Willis Graves B&B in KY is more than just a place to stay. Our luxurious lodging offers beautiful architecture in a historic Federal Home. You could choose our delightful Garden Cottage or authentic Log Cabin suites. Spa-like bathrooms and gorgeous décor will help you refresh and relax when you return from any local adventure. See our suites today and book your vacation to Northern Kentucky.
