Lakehouse Inn at Sledd Creek Blog
That’s pretty much how I found Shanden Simmons. I posted on Facebook, asking for suggestions of someone to create custom work for the lobby. His mom sent me his information, and the result is the most incredible original artwork with ties to Kentucky… Read more
“Hematite Lake Trail is a 2.2 mile loop trail encircling beautiful Hematite Lake. Meandering through the back portion of the trail, you'll find this peaceful boardwalk covering ¼ of a mile over sprawling natural wetlands.
Throughout the year, you c… Read more
“Now we call them pharmacies! This one has served the Dawson Springs, Kentucky area for as long as I can remember. Their location has since changed, but the vintage neon sign made the move a couple of blocks down the road.”
Jason Jones, Photographe… Read more
There are a few things in life I have too many of. Shoes, of course. And baskets. And tote bags, for some strange reason. And, of course, candles. But I always rationalize my candle purchases by saying to myself, "I'll use these up so it's not like I… Read more
A homegrown tomato is best served stuffed with tuna salad. Change my mind.
I like to buy fresh and local if I can - and I am always able to find fresh veggies at Harvest Time in Benton. They also have a greenhouse full of beautiful flow… Read more
People love their coffee.
I don't get it. I never acquired a taste for it, and grabbing a can of Diet Moutain Dew is so much more convenient. But that's for another day.
Sweet thing is a coffee snob. Our Chloe is a coffee snob. Even my super pr… Read more
Is it really a family vacation if you don't play miniature golf? (Raise your hand if one of your kids smacked a stranger by hitting the ball waaay too hard.) You CANNOT visit us at the Inn without heading across the street to Maggie's Jungle Golf!&nb… Read more
Most days, I figure that EVERYONE knows about the Kentucky Opry. It's been around literally forever, and the Campbells have hosted hundreds of acts on their stage. In 2026, you can catch acts like Lorrie Morgan, Diamond Rio, Confederate Railroad, and… Read more
Sometimes, you aren't in the mood to sit in a chair by the pool all weekend. I get it.
I have friends who have never "lounged" on vacation. Their social media posts are full of photos and go-pro videos of them boogie boarding and skiing and hik… Read more
“When I heard the Calvert Drive-In was closing, I knew I had to get a night photo before something happened to the sign and screen.. It had been a staple in the Kentucky Lake area for so long - and I wanted to capture the memory that so many of us h… Read more