The Back 40

02/04/2025

Some friends raved about Seven Cocktails+Bourbon. It’s about 30 min from The Back 40 in Louisville. Consider checking it out when hitting the distilleries to the west of us.

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01/09/2025

Like any satisfying endeavor in life, they are SO much sweeter when shared with incredible people. You've previously met Steve, the Manager of the Moos Extraordinaire.

Now, The Back 40 would like to introduce you to our Turnover Specialist, Beth...and her ever ready sidekick, Shaun. He takes orders as well as I do. This dynamic duo keep the property within the fenceline up and running. We sure lucked out getting to partner with this exceptional couple! They're the best!

01/08/2025

The Back 40 is all dressed up in her winter best. Make sure you come and see her...no matter the time of year.

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01/07/2025

Who has at least one thumb and achieved "Superhost" status on Airbnb? The Back 40!

Thanks to all of our incredible guests for helping make this happen. Being an Airbnb Superhost will help us keep The Back 40 up and running and your Bourbon Trail destination...or at least your escape from the routine hustle and bustle of life.

We've enjoyed this adventure more than we expected and truly appreciate the support of our guests these last four months. Now that you know we are legit, when are the rest of y'all going to make your reservation? 😉. You won't be sorry.

11/28/2024

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11/21/2024

11/20/2024

When in Kentucky, enjoy Kentucky.

Here in ShelbyKY, we really put the "neigh" in neighbors. 🐴 Plan a horse farm tour at the link below! ⁠

🔗 visitshelbyky.com/things-to-do/farm-tours/
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📍 Equine CARES / Willow Hope Farm |

11/13/2024

I could wake up to this every morning. Until then, you can.

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11/11/2024

Stopped into J. Mattingly Distillery today. I didn’t get a chance to connect with the folks there, but I do appreciate their bottling. It is located right across the road from Buffalo Trace and just a half hour away from The Back 40.

11/11/2024

Thank you to all that are serving and have served.

To all people, never forget, no matter our differences, we are all in this world together. The great philosophers Bill and Ted said it best. “Be excellent to one another.”

The Back 40 is proudly a veteran owned business.

11/10/2024

Looking forward to getting over to B&N this week while at The Back 40!

11/05/2024

Latest guest review of The Back 40:
"This was one of the best AB&B experiences we've had. They were great and that place was amazing. Anytime we're in the area, we'd love to stay again! Steve is a gem too!"

Well, since they mentioned Steve, here's Steve! ...and some other guy. Appreciate you, Steve. No doubt, folks love you and your cows.

11/05/2024

We love when folks find The Back 40. Always feel free to reach out to us with any questions...and be sure to check out our direct booking site.

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10/29/2024

I keep wanting to visit Whiskey Thief Distilling Co. while I’m at The Back 40, but I never quite make it there. It’s only 17 miles away! I think my priorities might be messed up.

Hold me to it, I’ll stop in this November and report back. If any of y’all have been there, let me know what you think.

Whiskey Thief is a destination unlike any other on Kentucky's famed Bourbon Trail. Book your Whiskey Thief tour and tasting online today!

10/29/2024

Thanks, cuz!! Special shout out to Regina Tipton for helping capture the essence of The Back 40. If you're in the Portsmouth, OH area and looking for a photographer, make sure to look her up.

https://www.reginalynnstudios.com/

09/29/2024

We are about to wrap up our first, full month at The Back 40. By all accounts, it's been a success! We can't thank Beth & Shaun York and Steve Jeffries enough for keeping the operation running.

Not to be forgotten, without the diligence of our builders, Alex Doyle and Dillon Boone, we would never have gotten this dream off the ground...but don't take our word for it. Check out our reviews!
https://www.theback40ky.com/en/reviews

08/13/2024