Kentucky Gem ~ Rooftop Deck + Easy Walk to Stadiums, The Banks, and Downtown

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A row of townhouses with a front porch, steps, and a small garden area.
An outdoor cafe with tables and chairs, a clock, and a street in the background.
A living room with a fireplace, a coffee table with books, and a door with a window.
A modern kitchen with dark cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and a central island with a vase of flowers.
A gated entrance with a brick wall, a black door, and a potted plant.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Your own private chef
    One of the few properties offering private chef services.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Great American Ball Park

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Dog-friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Covington, KY
  • Place, Ohio River
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Northern Kentucky Convention Center
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Great American Ball Park
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, Cincinnati, OH (CVG-Cincinnati - Northern Kentucky Intl.)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area

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About the neighborhood

Covington

Located in Licking Riverside, a neighborhood in Covington, this vacation home is near theme parks and on the waterfront. Cincinnati Museum Center at Union Terminal and Riverbend Music Center are cultural highlights, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Newport on the Levee and Florence Mall. Traveling with kids? Make time for Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden, or check out an event or a game at Paycor Stadium. Take in the nearby slopes with snowboarding and skiing, or check out other outdoor activities such as ice skating.
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Covington, KY

What's nearby

  • Ohio River - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Northern Kentucky Convention Center - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Great American Ball Park - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Paycor Stadium - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Newport Aquarium - 4 min drive - 3.5 km

Getting around

  • Cincinnati Union Terminal - 10 min drive
  • Cincinnati Cyclones Tram Stop - 17 min walk
  • Cincinnati, OH (LUK-Cincinnati Municipal - Lunken Field) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Smoke Justis - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Covington Yard - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Kungfood Chu's AmerAsia - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Thai Pavilion - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Lees Chicken - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Kentucky Gem ~ Rooftop Deck + Easy Walk to Stadiums, The Banks, and Downtown pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Kentucky Gem ~ Rooftop Deck + Easy Walk to Stadiums, The Banks, and Downtown?

As of Nov 9, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kentucky Gem ~ Rooftop Deck + Easy Walk to Stadiums, The Banks, and Downtown on Nov 16, 2026 start from $401, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Kentucky Gem ~ Rooftop Deck + Easy Walk to Stadiums, The Banks, and Downtown?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Kentucky Gem ~ Rooftop Deck + Easy Walk to Stadiums, The Banks, and Downtown?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Kentucky Gem ~ Rooftop Deck + Easy Walk to Stadiums, The Banks, and Downtown located?

This family-friendly Covington vacation home is located on the waterfront, within 1 mi (2 km) of Ohio River Valley, Newport on the Levee, and Newport Aquarium. Great American Ball Park and Heritage Bank Center are also within 1 mi (2 km). Cincinnati Cyclones Tram Stop is 17 minutes by foot and Fountain Square Tram Stop is 21 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 210 out of 230 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 230 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 230 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 230 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 230 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Xcellent location, helpful host.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our host Lisa went above and beyond to ensure we had a great experience for a girls weekend! The house was charming and well stocked with treats in the kitchen. The location of the property was perfect for walking and exploring Covington.loved the rooftop! Easy access to Cincinnati and the free Connector tram for exploring the other side of the river. Would recommend and hope to return in the future
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a lovely host. What a lovely home. Everything was perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a great time we had in Covington/Cincinnati/BLINK 2026. Our stay at the GEM was the crescendo of our time in the Queen City and NKY. Everything was great at the townhouse. A friendly, safe and walkable area. The snacks and ice cream were much appreciated.We couldn't have ask for anything more.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing, spacious place! Lisa was communicative and lovely….AND provided ice cream and snacks! Very thoughtful. The location is super close to a Red Bike Share Station and the cool suspension bridge and tons of restaurants. Would definitely book again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic location with an incredible host! This was the perfect place for us to touch down during a weekend of fun in Cincy. Easily walkable location, but felt like a private retreat from the city.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were warmly welcomed with sweet little touches like Graeters ice cream and a fresh carton of half and half. The house was also otherwise very well stocked which meant no need to immediately run out to a store. Clean, spacious, plenty of fun board games. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This home was perfect for our stay. It offered private parking in the back, was just a few short blocks from great dining and entertainment, and, most importantly, provided an easy and safe walk to Great American Ball Park.Our host, Lisa, was welcoming, generous, and made us feel right at home. We would gladly stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, awesome host, really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great weekend and and the host went above and beyond to make our visit exceptional. Seconds away from a beautiful downtown and minutes by walk or drive into the heart of Cincy. Highly recommend this property. Can’t wait to go back
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easy walk to lots of fun places
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location of this property can't be beat. We walked to and from Cincinnati multiple times, plus the Mainstrasse area of Covington offers multiple restaurants and bars. The house itself was perfect for our group of six.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a gem! Perfect location to Great American Ballpark and the most generous host we’ve encountered yet! We will be talking about this trip for a long time!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay for our family getaway weekend. Lisa was a great host as well. We will stay again next time we are in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was excellent. Great place and location.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Staycation

We had a terrific stay in Covington! The location is amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a great time and the home was beautiful! Thanks for hosting us!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location. We never had to get in our car the whole weekend. We walked to the Bengals game and to all the restaurants around the neighborhood. We hope to visit again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful historic home was the perfect location for walking across the river to Paycor stadium. Host clearly communicated and made us feel so welcomed. Plenty of space for our group - 6 adults, 2 children and a dog.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend Getaway

We really enjoyed our stay. The location was perfect, and the house had a lot historic charm. Great host, and great property!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful 19th century house

Nice place to stay. Property manager readily available. Nice that there is parking in rear.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house. Amazing location. The rooftop deck was great. We were so lucky weather-wise that we had two wonderful evenings to spend watching the fireworks in Cincinnati and the stars. Easy walk to so many different restaurants and pubs. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay.

Enjoyed this property so much. Close to so many good food options. Clean with everything we needed. Host Lisa was so personal and accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great weekend getaway

The location was fantastic. We had an easy walk to the aquarium and to the Reds game. The home was very comfortable and the owner's attention to detail made us feel very welcome. We had a terrific weekend stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location and hospitality

The location was perfect for access to downtown Cincinnati, OTR, and UC events. Our host, Lisa, was kind and helpful. The property had everything we needed to make our three generational family visit comfortable and enjoyable.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
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