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

Waterfront vacation home with kitchen and balcony

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Out the Door to the Right/Left are Pubs, Bistros, Indy Coffee, Stadiums + Cincy
Living Room ~ 12' Ceilings: Excellent for Paper Airplanes
Living Room
Westward Facing Windows = Afternoon Sun
1st Floor Bath

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 73000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Covington, KY
  • Place, Great American Ball Park
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Newport Aquarium
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Paycor Stadium
    ‪17 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

About this property

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

(When you click on the photos in this listing, captions/descriptions will appear. Voila! Know, too, that there is a nightly discount for stays of four nights or longer. Just ask!)

This spacious urban dwelling is steeped in history, as is our charming and entirely f-l-a-t + walkable neighborhood. The home dates to the 1860s when it was likely built to house craftsmen involved in the building of the architecturally significant Roebling Suspension Bridge, the prototype for The Brooklyn Bridge. It is thought that John Roebling himself might have designed this property.

In 2007: top-to-bottom, wall-to-wall renovations resulted in '2008 River Cities Preservation' and '2008 Friends of Covington Beautification' awards. A three story 'flying' staircase, scale, contemporary upgrades and location yield both character and comfort. Here, history and modernity are not to be confused with rigidity: put your feet up and bring your dog! There's a decidedly down-home feel with an up-town vibe.

Truly a handsome and affordably priced alternative for Greater Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky business travellers -- or -- for regionally-inclined tourists and vacationing families. Ideally suited for small-scale meetings and entertaining, too.

Bounded to the north by the Ohio River, Cincinnati is a quick two blocks and a bridge (yes: that one!) away, as are Great American Ball Park, Paul Brown Stadium, US Bank Arena -- and -- Queen City culture, entertainment, retail and cuisine. Fine and home-style dining, indie coffee houses (2 + a Starbucks), shopping and multiple entertainment options are also available just outside the door. Lexington and Louisville are each roughly (and Bluegrass scenic) 90 minutes away.

While most everything is within walking distance, two dedicated, off-street parking spaces are provided. As well, a "Red Bike" station -- and -- a retro-fitted trolley* stop (*that traverses Covington and Newport KY, and Cincinnati) are a block away. For full immersion in Kentucky's fabled horsiness, a livery across the street operates horse-drawn carriages most weekends and some week nights, using much the same routes.

Or, stay home and make good use of the roof deck with its panoramic views of the Cincinnati skyline and surrounding hillsides, the sunset-spilled den, and/or the jetted tub.









Keywords: Historic, Modern, Convenient, Panoramic View, Roof Deck, Pet and Family Friendly
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 50 lbs per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Well-Behaved, Vet-Treated/-Documented Dogs Welcome
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Friday or Saturday arrivals require a minimum 2-night stay;
The completion of a simple agreement is a condition of rental. Please provide your home (not a PO Box) address to upload for your review/acceptance.
Damage Deposit is NOT required, nor is a dog (= 'pet') fee.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

We should mention

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Covington

Located in Licking Riverside, a neighborhood in Covington, this vacation home is near theme parks and on the waterfront. Newport on the Levee and EastGate Mall are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Cincinnati Museum Center at Union Terminal and Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Great American Ball Park or Heritage Bank Center. 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

  • Great American Ball Park - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Newport Aquarium - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Newport on the Levee - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Paycor Stadium - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Heritage Bank Center - 20 min walk - 1.7 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
  • ‪Molly Malone's Irish Pub & Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Blinkers Tavern - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Kungfood Chu's AmerAsia - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Wabi Sabi - ‬5 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.

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 Northern Kentucky Convention Center, Ohio River Valley, and Great American Ball Park. Newport on the Levee and Newport Aquarium 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

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 194 out of 211 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 211 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 211 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nancy H.

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

10/10 Excellent

Mindy N.

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

Great House

Close to fun restaurants and the house has a great set up. We had plenty of room.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

jennifer d.

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

Great host

Great stay and host. It is an older building with a lot of charm. Well stocked and clean! Host was amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debra C.

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

Great Cincinnati stay

House was beautiful and host was very welcoming. Lots of space very well stocked. You must be able to do stairs as the house is up and down.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

James P., Ripley WV

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

Braves GETAWAY

Very much enjoyed our stay. Location for professional sports and nightlife in Covington was awesome. No need to drive anywhere.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Pittsburgh 4

We wanted a place close to the Great American Ballpark. This location was awesome. We were able to walk to the game over the bridge. The vibe in this Covington neighborhood was fantastic, with many fun places to eat and drink.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather L.

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

Greenup Street townhouse

Nice house in a good location with lots to do within walking distance. Lisa was very accommodating. Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Lisa W.

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

Family Christmas Break

It was perfect. It was really clean and Lisa was so easy to work with. The location was perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah F.

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

Feels like home

Would book again! Home is clean and modernized with a ton of charm. Host prioritized making it a comfortable stay. The neighborhood has great options for food and drink. You can easily walk across the bridge into Cincinnati.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andy H.

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

Incredible spot and stay!

This is a very nice home with history but with all the modern amenities. Quiet, clean, and spacious. Lisa was a super accommodating host. Nice personal touches. Short walk to amazing restaurants and all the river front has to offer. Incredible roof top view of the Cincinnati skyline. Highly recommended
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda U.

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

Perfect place in Covington, KY

Location was awesome! Walking distance to food & bars. Good farmers market daily! We were in town for a wedding in Cincy and the place was great! Totally enjoyed the rooftop deck- great place to unwind and enjoy the views (and fireworks from Reds game). Quick walk over the bridge to downtown Cincinnati for coffee, breakfast and sightseeing along the River. Lisa was awesome to work with and we truly had a great stay!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

David K.

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

Family History

Just what we needed, a place in historical Covington within walking distance of Cincinnati. Great night time viewing from the roof. Plenty of restaurants and the library was just around the corner. We really got the flavor of Old Covington. Lisa (the owner) was extremely helpful. I am planning to come back in 4 or 5 years and will be staying here.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Jeanine G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lisa was absolutely wonderful to work with. She was extremely thoughtful about stocking the condo and she also provided numerous board games which we took advantage of. The only “issue” that we had was that there was no television on the bottom/main floor and that the den on the top floor was a little bare. All in all we enjoyed our time there.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

john d.

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

10/10 Excellent

Amy N.

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

10/10 Excellent

Betsy E.

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

10/10 Excellent

Chris C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was conveniently located near the Roebling Bridge that allowed us to walk to the baseball stadium and other downtown buildings. The number of restaurants and bars nearby was wonderful. Lisa was a nice host greeting us upon arrival and being available if needed. The kitchen and dining area were very good. My daughter was able to bring her dog too.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian L.

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

10/10 Excellent

Patty B.

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

Great weekend getaway in ideal location

This house is in walking distance to so many things to do. We walked to the Reds ballpark and all different restaurants each day. It was so nice to not have to drive everywhere. The owner was so accommodating with all requests and information. There was ice cream, bagels, coffee and so much more on arrival. I highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian D.

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

Red's visit

Property was perfect for our needs. Lisa went above and beyond to ensure we had a great time. Most attentive host i have ever experienced. Strongly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Elaine E.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mother’s Day w/ Family

Lisa the host was prompt, answered questions and accommodating. Their 5 nights and a very urban vibe, easy access to Covington and Cincinnati, felt safe with 4 women. My only concern would be the beds, and roof top terrace need more attention!otherwise
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca B.

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

10/10 Excellent

aaron i.

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

Good Stay

Lisa was great. She was very helpful. The listing is just as described. Within walking distance of numerous restaurants.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael V.

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

Plenty of space and great location!

The host was super responsive and hospitable. We were in the area for a Kona Ice convention which was just a short walk. Between meetings we enjoyed walking the river and visiting a couple of local pubs. Thank you for a great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay N.

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

Wonderful weekend away!!

We could not have enjoyed our stay more!! Location was perfect. So much to explore in Kentucky and Cincinnati. On foot in KY and on foot and street car in Cincinnati. Lisa was an awesome host and so thoughtful to have special local items stocked for us! ICE CREAM was a special hit for us all!! Will definitely be visiting again! Thanks again, Lisa Your friends from Macon, Ga
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

About the host

Hosted by Lisa Mullins

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One sister uses this property as her home away from her Washington, DC home whenever she opts to unleash upon us yokels her cranky little terrier and two 'lively' Tween and Teen kids. Living just a few doors away from said property ... and the aforementioned terrier/niece/nephew trifecta: this aunt -- in need of respite! -- is more than happy to extend top-notch hospitality to non-relatives.

Why they chose this property

Listed on The National Register of Historic Places in 1971, Covington KY's Historic Licking Riverside Neighborhood has long been one of the premier historic districts in Greater Cincinnati, and was recognized by The American Planning Association as 'A 2013 Great Place in America.' ( 1 of 10). And Cincinnati -- 'The Queen City' -- is cosmopolitan and cozy at the same time, and just a stone's throw away.

What makes this property unique

Location, History, Ambience, Comfort, View, and 'ThisClose' Proximity to Cincinnati, and Multiple Dining, Cultural + Entertainment, Big 'n Small Retail, a Terrific Riverfront Park, and Sporting Destinations. Walkable + ease of access to "Red Bike" rentals and Trolley. Dedicated off-street parking.

Sports Peeps ~ Both stadiums are well-less than a mile + a 'festive' (Go Reds!) -- or -- a 'raucous' (Who Dey!) walk/trolley ride ($1 per person/runs every 15 minutes) away. Tailgating begins at our corner. Indians'/Browns' and Pirates'/Steelers' fans: Prepare for Good-Natured Ribbing en route ...

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