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    Lakeland Resort

    3.7 (3 reviews)
    Open 9:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    Whispering Oaks Resort - Gorgeous view

    Whispering Oaks Resort

    5.0(3 reviews)
    9.7 mi

    Whispering Oaks Resort is truly a magnificent destination that offers a perfect blend of comfort,…read moreluxury, and natural beauty. The cabins at the resort are clean, spacious, and equipped with everything you need for a relaxing and enjoyable stay. After a long day of fishing Kentucky Lake , you'll be pleased to find that the beds at Whispering Oaks Resort are incredibly comfortable. The high-quality sheets and plush pillows ensure a restful night's sleep. You'll wake up feeling refreshed and ready for another day of adventure. However, the absolutely best part of Whispering Oaks Resort and what sets it apart from the many nearby competitors are their people. The people who own the resort will be the first to offer you a smile, handshake, minnow bucket, or a fishing pole.

    This place is an absolute hidden gem! I'm used to being around lakes and ponds and have visited…read moreseveral resorts over the years- However, this place is the best by far!- First the staff- Debbie and her staff are absolutely amazing! They are so friendly and knowledgable of the area- They care about their property and it shows! Now the cabin I stayed in was number 3- I wasn't expecting much because it was a cabin in the woods- I was so surprised- my bed was amazingly comfortable! I slept like a baby! It had a full size fridge, nice bathroom and a shower with alot of hot water! There was also a recliner loveseat that was equally comfortable! Now outdoors- this place has everything I had hoped for. A lake, campgrounds, plent of places for a bbq- and patio furniture right outside my door- A huge shoutout to Debbie and her staff for making me feel welcome! and Thank you so much!

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    Lake Barkley State Resort Park - White Daddy long leg

    Lake Barkley State Resort Park

    3.2(39 reviews)
    13.0 mi

    Gets 1 star for the view of the lake. Staff pleasant but incompetent. Issues brought to their…read moreattention were never addressed during a 5 day stay. Blaming "outside company issues ". Example: Could only get 1 station on the cable TV. Told me they would send someone the next day. Still waiting. Called again. Was told that they would notify the cable company tomorrow. Still not resolved. Called again and was told there was no timeline to address this issue. I love rustic but clean would be better. There are no planned activities until after Memorial Day. No pool or pool chairs to lounge in . It is currently 85 degrees bright sunshine. On site dining is a joke. Same menu for lunch and dinner.

    I have fond memories of coming here in the summer with my extended family when I was growing up, so…read moreI may be better able to overlook some of this place's shortcomings with my rose-colored glasses. Still, I enjoyed my recent stay here and plan to return. Barkley Lodge is arguably the grandest in the state park system. Perched high above the lake with a glistening blue pool, each room faces the lake and has a view of the sunset. Speaking of rooms, they are currently renovating the east wing, but our west wing room looked refreshed. Renovations might still be a bit of a work in progress, as it looked like there was a space in the dresser for a mini fridge (but no fridge), and the updated counter in the bathroom was supported by a bare board with some visible screws. Housekeeping could use some improvements, as the toilet wasn't thoroughly cleaned when we arrived, and when I walked barefoot to the bed after my shower, I collected some animal hair on the bottoms of my feet. We also noticed that a couple of lightbulbs had burned out and not been replaced. The meals in the lodge were disappointing. I remember delicious buffets and a carving station while Mae Perdue played the organ and servers scurried around in crisp uniforms. Their attire is more casual now, with many in Barkley t-shirts or polos, and the buffet seemed sad. We skipped the buffet the first night in favor of a local restaurant after we walked through and were unimpressed with what was being served, and we felt underwhelmed (and a bit ripped off) when we got breakfast there the following morning. I asked my parents if the food in the lodge had been "meh" when we used to go there, and they both said that we always used to get the buffet and that it had been very good. There used to be a small coffee shop in the downstairs of the lodge, but it has been turned into the game room, and the old game room is now a room with information on local wildlife. What hasn't changed is the plethora of outdoor activities, the abundant wildlife, and the family-friendly activities all throughout the day. My husband and I were actually disappointed when we realized we had missed one of the educational sessions on local wildlife during our stay. Despite its shortcomings, I have a love for this place that runs deep. I hope that renovations mean that they are improving all around, as I would love to see Barkley recapturing the glory of days gone by.

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