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New! Close to all Derby Festivities, 10-min drive to Churchill Downs

Vacation home in Louisville with kitchen

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Living area
Exterior
Outdoor dining
Food and drink
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 81423 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Louisville, KY
  • Place, Historic Frankfort Avenue
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Louisville Waterfront Park
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Mellwood Art Center
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Louisville, KY (LOU-Bowman Field)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Living Room 1

2 Double Sofa Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Kitchen
Outdoor play area

About this property

New! Close to all Derby Festivities, 10-min drive to Churchill Downs

"Beautiful and clean! We enjoyed our stay and it's perfect for a group of friends or family."

“Brandon's place is beautiful and clean! We enjoyed our stay and it's perfect for a group of friends or family. We were in town for the Guitar Festival at the University of Louisville and the location was perfect for our needs."

"Everything was just above and beyond"

“We had an excellent stay at Urban Retreat. Appreciated the cleanliness and the homey atmosphere and loved the decor of this home. It worked well for our family, which included 4 children. Many great restaurants within 10 minutes and the lovely riverfront park and playground nearby. We would stay again. Thank you, Brandon!”

3-bed, 3-bath getaway in the heart of Louisville, KY! We are centrally located to all that downtown has to offer. Great food and drinks await in the nearby trendy neighborhoods of Nulu, Butchertown and the Highlands, we are 2 miles from the Yum Center, and a 10 minute drive to Churchill Downs. Quick access to I-64 & I-65 - the perfect homebase for the Bourbon Trail. Book now for an unforgettable stay!

The space
Our home features 3 bedrooms and 3 full baths (2 queen beds w/private bathrooms and 1 full size bed and an additional hall bath) plus a pull-out sofa in the spacious living room. The modern kitchen includes a dining area and stocked coffee bar, and there is also a washer & dryer. The backyard retreat has additional hangout and dining space, and the driveway has parking space for 3 cars.

Guest access
Guests have access to the entire property

Other things to note
Right next door our friends at Pizza Lupo serve up some of the best pizza in the city, and you can walk around the corner to Vernon Lanes for some bowling fun. Lou City soccer stadium is also within walking distance, as well as many of the coffee shops, restaurants and bars in Clifton and Butchertown.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Property Registration Number STR928072

About the neighborhood

Louisville

Butchertown, a neighborhood in Louisville, is home to this vacation home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Louisville Mega Cavern, while KFC Yum Center and Louisville Slugger Museum are cultural highlights. Check out an event or a game at Churchill Downs, and consider making time for Kentucky Kingdom, a top attraction not to be missed.
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Louisville, KY

What's nearby

  • Historic Frankfort Avenue - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Vernon Club & Lanes - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Louisville Waterfront Park - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Mellwood Art Center - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Lynn Family Stadium - 16 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Louisville, KY (LOU-Bowman Field) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Play - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Lupo Pizza - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Whirling Tiger - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪South Seas - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Vernon Lanes - ‬2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is New! Close to all Derby Festivities, 10-min drive to Churchill Downs pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at New! Close to all Derby Festivities, 10-min drive to Churchill Downs?

As of Dec 26, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at New! Close to all Derby Festivities, 10-min drive to Churchill Downs on Dec 29, 2025 start from $334.73, 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 New! Close to all Derby Festivities, 10-min drive to Churchill Downs?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at New! Close to all Derby Festivities, 10-min drive to Churchill Downs?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is New! Close to all Derby Festivities, 10-min drive to Churchill Downs located?

Located in Butchertown, this vacation home is steps from Historic Frankfort Avenue and 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from KFC Yum Center. Vernon Club & Lanes and Ohio River Valley are just steps away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Russ M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The coffee bar was really nice and very much appreciated, the house was very clean and we enjoyed our time there.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a wonderful property that was perfect for my family's visit to Louisville. In total we had four adults and two young children (under the age of 4) and there was plenty of space to spread out and relax. The location of the home makes for easy walking to some local shops, restaurants, and parks. The host is extremely responsive. I'd recommend this location to anyone traveling to Louisville.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan R.

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

Great Stay for Weekend in Louisville

Fantastic property. Perfect for a group stay over the weekend in Louisville. Easy walking distance to NuLu. Parking is a little tricky but doable. Will be coming back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon B.

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

Great House for Families or Groups

We had a great weekend getaway at this house! It was perfect for our group of three adults and three teenagers — plenty of space and very comfortable. The house was clean, the beds were cozy, and the backyard was a great place to hang out and relax. I loved that every bedroom had a TV and there 3 bathrooms! Big bonus: there’s an amazing pizza place right next door! Highly recommend.!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

MICHELLE B.

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

Nice property

The location was great. Super short trip to downtown. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

David F.

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

Top notch

My first time using VRBO and this place was top notch! Exceeded my expectations!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terri D.

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

We loved this home!

Beautifully decorated; well stocked with anything you could need. We would love to have a reason to come back! So comfortable!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Race S.

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

Thanksgiving in LVille

Great stay, perfect for family of 4. A little too cold to fully enjoy the backyard/fire. Great location other than a really tight driveway. Brandon was really helpful and provided awesome recommendations for the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

RICHARD C.

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

Louisville Ky. House

Nicely renovated older home. Nice neighborhood. Great for family stay. Great communication.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

scott d.

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

Business trip

Everything I was looking for. Easy access to Hwy with on ramp right behind house. 5 minutes to downtown, great food options minutes away on foot, including right next door.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zachary C.

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

Thunder Over Featival

Absolutely loved the host! He was amazing at communicating!! Place was super clean, comfy, stocked, and location for what we wanted was perfect!! Came down with our best friends and kids and this place was perfect for 8 people we had 4 adults and 4 kids perfect size! Would definitely stay again!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bill S.

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

Best of Louisville

I'm a longtime Louisvillian, and this place reminded me how enjoyable our city can be. It puts you at the doorstep of some of the city's coolest spots, without the parking and navigation hassles that can sometimes discourage locals from visiting this neighborhood. Our first night, we visited Pizza Lupo, Vernon Lanes and Sergio's World Beers - as Louisville as any spots you'll find - and we probably didn't walk more than a couple hundred feet all told. The unit itself is every bit as comfortable, clean and spacious as it appears in the photos (although the photos don't even show the very nice propane fire pit in the backyard). It was also as well-appointed as any short-term rental (or hotel, for that matter) that I've ever stayed in. The only drawback is the narrow driveway that's a little challenging to navigate onto a surprisingly busy road. I'd advise meeting up ahead of time to limit the number of cars on site if possible... although most of the time you'll be walking, anyway. In summary, a great house in a fantastic location at a very reasonable price - all very professionally managed.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

JEFFREY H.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

About the host

Hosted by Brandon Winkler

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I was born and raised in Louisville and love sharing all that my city has to offer. The Urban Retreat is central to my favorite parts of the city!

Why they chose this property

It's central to so much of what makes Louisville the great city that it is. Easy access to the Bourbon Trail, Bardstown Road and Restaurant Row, Nulu, the YUM! Center, the University of Louisville, Churchill Downs and on and on. Within walking distance or a very short ride/drive of countless bars and restaurants, and much of the above, you won't spend much time commuting.

What makes this property unique

Tastefully designed, and thoughtfully set up for a great experience. There's plenty to do if you don't want to leave the house, but it's so close to so much of what makes Louisville great that you'd be missing out if you didn't explore.

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