Welcome to Prather Ridge Escapes - the Bourbon Trail's ultimate group retreat. Five kings, one queen, 4.5 bathrooms, 12 guests, 5 private Kentucky acres. Soak in the hot tub with rolling hill views, unwind in the infrared sauna, battle it out at pickleball or table tennis. Gather around the fire pit under string lights, pour a glass in the bourbon lounge, or grill on the wrap-around deck. Open-concept living, dining, and kitchen - perfect for groups.
Distilleries, laughter, zero compromises.
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There’s a reason bourbon people travel in groups — and now there’s a place worthy of the whole crew.
Welcome to the Prather Ridge Estate, a sweeping 6-bedroom, 4.5-bathroom Kentucky country home set on 2 private acres in the rolling hills of Bloomfield — the heart of Nelson County and the undisputed capital of American bourbon. With five king beds, one queen, and nearly five bathrooms across the house, this is the rare Bourbon Trail property that was designed for a real group, not a compromise.
Bachelorette weekend. Family reunion. Friends’ annual trip. Corporate retreat. Whatever the occasion, the Prather Ridge Estate gives everyone their own beautifully appointed bedroom, their own breathing room, and all the shared space needed to come together and truly enjoy a trip. No hotel hallways. No 3-room blocks that split the group. Just one magnificent home, yours entirely.
Wrap up a full day of distillery touring and come home to something special. Step onto the wrap-around deck and take in the Kentucky countryside as the evening light fades over the hills. Fire up the propane grill for a group dinner al fresco. Let the conversation drift toward the fire pit as the stars come out. Ease into the hot tub under an open Kentucky sky. Slip into the 2-person indoor sauna and let the day’s miles melt away. Challenge the group to a game of pickleball or table tennis in the garage before the night’s out.
The world-famous Kentucky Bourbon Trail is your backyard — Heaven Hill, Lux Row, Preservation Distillery, Maker’s Mark, Bardstown Bourbon Company, and more are all within 30–45 minutes. Historic Bardstown, the Bourbon Capital of the World, is 25 minutes away for dinner, live music, and the Old Kentucky Dinner Train. And Taylorsville Lake is just 10 minutes up the road for anyone who wants to swap a tasting room for a pontoon.
There is not another home like this available between Louisville and Bardstown. Prather Ridge Estate is the group-ready home the Kentucky Bourbon Trail has been waiting for.
THE SPACE
Bedrooms
Room Configuration
Bedroom 1 King Bed + Smart TV
Bedroom 2 King Bed + Smart TV
Bedroom 3 King Bed + Smart TV
Bedroom 4 King Bed + Smart TV
Bedroom 5 King Bed + Smart TV
Bedroom 6 Queen Bed + Smart TV
All six bedrooms are equipped with WiFi-connected Smart TVs. Five rooms feature king beds; one room features a queen — ideal as a children’s room, single-occupant space, or flexible overflow.
BATHROOMS
Bathroom Type
Bathroom 1 Combination Bath + Shower
Bathroom 2 Shower Only
Bathroom 3 Shower Only
Bathroom 4 Shower + Standalone Soaking Tub
Half Bath Powder Room
With 4.5 bathrooms serving 12 guests, morning routines are never a bottleneck. The standalone soaking tub in Bathroom 4 is a particular highlight — the perfect ending to a long day on the Bourbon Trail.
Outdoor Spaces
• Hot tub 2014 soak under the Kentucky stars after a long day on the Bourbon Trail
• Wrap-around deck with panoramic views of the Kentucky countryside
• Propane grill — perfect for group cookouts
• Alfresco dining area on the deck
• Fire pit for evening gatherings under the stars
• 5 private acres of rolling land — room to roam, play, and unwind
Wellness
• 2-person indoor sauna — private, heated, and ready after every adventure
Entertainment & Games
• Pickleball court in garage (available now)
• Table tennis in garage (available now)
• COMING SOON: Full game room transformation — the garage is being developed into a fully loaded entertainment space within approximately 3 months
Technology
• High-speed WiFi throughout the home
• Smart TV in every bedroom — streaming-ready
GUEST ACCESS
Guests enjoy full, private, exclusive access to the entire 6-bedroom home and all 2 acres of the property for the duration of their stay. Self check-in is available for a seamless arrival at any hour.
OTHER THINGS TO NOTE
• This is a peaceful rural property on a scenic ridge road — pure Kentucky countryside
• The nearest grocery stores are approximately 20 minutes away in Bardstown or Springfield — we recommend stocking up before arrival
• Ample parking for multiple vehicles on the property
• The garage game room currently features pickleball and table tennis; a full game room upgrade is coming in approximately 3 months
WHERE YOU’LL BE — BLOOMFIELD, KY
Bloomfield sits in Nelson County, the heartland of American bourbon production. Surrounded by rolling farmland, horse country, and winding back roads, the area offers quintessential Kentucky scenery — and yet you’re never far from world-class distilleries, outstanding restaurants, and regional attractions.
Kentucky Bourbon Trail Distilleries
Distillery Drive Time
Heaven Hill Bourbon Experience ~28 min
Heaven Hill Springs (New) ~28 min
Lux Row Distillers ~28 min
Preservation Distillery & Farm ~32 min
Maker’s Mark Distillery ~35 min
Bardstown Bourbon Company ~25 min
Log Still Distillery ~40 min
Willett Distillery ~25 min
Other Nearby Attractions
Attraction Drive Time
Taylorsville Lake (boating, fishing, pontoon rentals) ~10 min
Downtown Bardstown dining & nightlife ~25 min
My Old Kentucky Home State Park ~25 min
Old Kentucky Dinner Train ~25 min
Bernheim Arboretum & Research Forest ~30 min
Churchill Downs / Louisville ~55 min
Keeneland Racecourse / Lexington ~60 min
