Downtown skyline view featuring giant rooftop deck & wet bar with a city view.

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A modern two-story house with a wooden deck, a city skyline in the background, and a well-maintained garden.
A modern two-story house with a flat roof and a small attached garage.
A modern living room with a flat-screen TV mounted on a wooden wall, a bench, and a fireplace.
A modern staircase with wooden steps and black metal railings.
A modern kitchen with a central island, wooden cabinets, and a herringbone floor pattern.

Reviews

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

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Firepit available
    One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to MainStrasse Village
Sleeps 93 bedrooms5 beds

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Covington, KY
  • Place, Devou Park
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, MainStrasse Village
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Ohio River
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cincinnati, OH (CVG-Cincinnati - Northern Kentucky Intl.)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Downtown skyline view featuring giant rooftop deck & wet bar with a city view.

The historic SouthGate House is a private home on a large lot in the heart of the city. Located just over a mile from the Bengals and Reds stadiums and local concert venues, it’s an ideal spot to relax on the giant rooftop patio and wet bar. This modern 3 bedroom cliff dweller offers breathtaking panoramic views of Downtown Cincinnati. Take in skyline views from each level of this modern urban dwelling or from the private hillside lot featuring a city view fire pit. There’s also an additional secluded deck and a patio with a gas grill and exterior table. The modern kitchen provides a spacious area to prep and cook on the gas range or hang out at the countertop bar. The 16’ kitchen ceiling features exposed beams, stained glass and a ten foot ceiling fan. The master suite displays impressive oversized tile throughout with clean gold fixtures and a rain shower head against an opaque glass block ceiling to floor window. The upstairs great room features a relaxing ambrosia wood fireplace and wrap around windows with a city skyline view.

The Historic SouthGate House is a family project home completely renovated with the majority of the work performed by a local father and sons. It was redeaigned to offer breathtaking city views from the bedroom, great room and rooftop deck. The private wet bar with a skyline view from the rooftop deck is perfect for relaxing or catching a game on the outdoor big screen TV. Enjoy your morning coffee at the fireplace by the wrap around windows and watch as the city awakens at this ideal VRBO retreat.
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 50 lbs per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items
Lock the doors and return the keys
You’re our guest so just relax and leave the cleaning to us!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4305610
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 25
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property

About the neighborhood

Covington

Located on a river, this vacation home is in Lewisburg, a neighborhood in Covington. 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. Check out an event or a game at Great American Ball Park, and consider making time for Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden, a top attraction not to be missed. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and motor boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking.
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Covington, KY

What's nearby

  • Devou Park - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • MainStrasse Village - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Ohio River - 2 min drive - 2.4 km
  • St. Mary's Cathedral Basilica of the Assumption - 2 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Northern Kentucky Convention Center - 3 min drive - 2.8 km

Getting around

  • Richter & Phillips Tram Stop - 5 min drive
  • Cincinnati Union Terminal - 10 min drive
  • Cincinnati, OH (LUK-Cincinnati Municipal - Lunken Field) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Skyline Chili - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Little Caesars Pizza - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Downtown skyline view featuring giant rooftop deck & wet bar with a city view. 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 Downtown skyline view featuring giant rooftop deck & wet bar with a city view.?

As of Aug 21, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Downtown skyline view featuring giant rooftop deck & wet bar with a city view. on Sep 7, 2026 start from $372, 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 Downtown skyline view featuring giant rooftop deck & wet bar with a city view.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Downtown skyline view featuring giant rooftop deck & wet bar with a city view.?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Downtown skyline view featuring giant rooftop deck & wet bar with a city view. located?

Located in Lewisburg, this vacation home is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from MainStrasse Village and within 3 mi (5 km) of Great American Ball Park and Paycor Stadium. Newport Aquarium is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) away.

About the host

Hosted by Calvin Bell - on-site Property Manager

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What makes this property unique

My sons and I bought, designed and rebuilt the historic Southgate house a few years ago. We manage operate and clean the property ourselves. We love the Southgate house and hope you do too.

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