Home Near Churchill Downs Perfect for Derby Week!

Summary:

Experience the best of Old Louisville on historic Schiller Ave, where Victorian gothic charm meets modern comfort. Perfect for Bourbon Trail travelers, Derby goers, or business guests, this stylish home features high-speed Wi-Fi, a fully equipped kitchen, Smart TV, and self check-in. Enjoy sleek quartz counters, stainless steel appliances, and a cozy velvet sofa. Steps from top dining, coffee shops, and bars, it’s the ideal home base for exploring Louisville’s food, culture, and bourbon scene!



The Space:

ACCESS TYPE:

▻ Guests will have an access to the entire home



MAIN FLOOR:

▻ Living room- Spacious living area with a smart TV and a comfortable sofa (bed)

▻ Bedroom 1- features 1 comfortable queen-sized bed

▻ Bedroom 2- features 1 comfortable queen-sized bed

▻ Kitchen- features complete silverware, and modern and new kitchen appliances

▻ Dining area- bright and airy dining area

▻ Bathroom- fully stocked bathroom



HIGHLIGHTS:

▻ Self check-in process

▻ Available washer and dryer

▻ Modern and new kitchen appliances

▻ Street parking

▻ With available wifi that's perfect for digital nomads and guests working remotely

▻ Prime location best for work and business travelers!

▻ Near Churchill Downs Perfect for Derby Week Getaway!



ACCESSIBILITY:

▻ This home is single-floor home

▻ A couple of stairs to reach the entrance

▻ Parking- Private parking is available at the back of the home— it's a spacious two-car parking pad.



Guest Access:

PARKING:

▻ Private parking is available at the back of the home— it's a spacious two-car parking pad.



ENTERING THE HOME:

▻ The Home is Accessed Via Self Check-In



The Neighborhood:

Nearby Popular Spots:

▻ Norton Hospital: ~7 Min Drive

▻ UofL Hospital: ~8 Min Drive

▻ Nulu: ~7 Min Drive

▻ Downtown: ~7 Min Drive

▻ Kentucky Expo Center: ~9 Min Drive

▻ Muhammad Ali Center: ~10 Min Drive

▻ KFC Yum Center: ~9 Min Drive

▻ Churchill Downs: ~10 Min Drive

▻ Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory: ~9 Min Drive

▻ Kentucky Science Center: ~9 Min Drive

▻ Waterfront Park: ~10 Min Drive

▻ Louisville Mega Cavern: ~11 Min Drive



Nearby Favorite Breakfast / Coffee Spots:

▻ Butchertown Bakery: ~8 Min Drive

▻ Biscuit Belly - Nulu: ~8 Min Drive

▻ Big Bad Breakfast: ~3 Min Drive

▻ Full Stop Station : Relaxed cafe offering coffee, beer, and comfort foods with vegetarian, vegan, and organic options. Walkable in minutes!

▻ Phalcha Coffee : Trendy coffee shop with a casual atmosphere, breakfast offerings, and popular drinks like iced coffee flights. Walkable in minutes!

▻ Bean Roastery & Cafe: Neighborhood coffeehouse roasts its own beans and offers food like croissants and quiche. 5 min drive.

▻ Haraz Coffee House: Coffee from the haraz mountains in Yemen. Very unique coffee, tea and food spot. 5 min drive.



Nearby Favorite Lunch Spots:

▻ Mayan Café: ~8 Min Drive

▻ Feast BBQ: ~7 Min Drive

▻ Garage Bar: ~8 Min Drive

▻ The Post: Hip, contemporary pizza joint in a former VFW post serving New York–style pies, subs & craft beers. 5 min drive.

▻ The Cafe: Casual spot for Southern-style dishes including chicken salad sandwiches in a renovated warehouse. 5 mins drive.

▻ Hauck's Corner: Long-standing family friendly neighborhood watering hole offering comfort food, beer, and cocktails, plus a patio. 5 min drive.

▻ Toasty's Tavern: Industrial-chic destination offering hot dogs, sandwiches & fries, plus cocktails & beer. 5 min drive.





Nearby Favorite Dinner Spots:

▻ Jack Fry's: ~5 Min Drive

▻ Doc Crow's Southern Smokehouse & Raw Bar: ~9 Min Drive

▻ The Eagle: ~6 Min Drive

▻ Decca Restaurant: ~7 Min Drive

▻ Against the Grain Brewery & Smokehouse: ~9 Min Drive

▻ Jeff Ruby's Steakhouse: ~11 Min Drive

▻ North of Bourbon: Chic, vintage-inspired speakeasy with wood-paneled walls & a changing menu of creative cocktails. 5 min dirve.

▻ Repeal Steakhouse: Old-timey establishment offering a raw bar, oak-fired steaks & upscale mains, plus cocktails & wine.



Nearby Favorite Bourbon Distilleries:

▻ Angel's Envy Distillery: ~8 Min Drive

▻ Evan Williams Bourbon Experience: ~10 Min Drive

▻ Kentucky Peerless Distilling Co.: ~11 Min Drive

▻ Old Forester Distillery: ~9 Min Drive

▻ Rabbit Hole Distillery: ~9 Min Drive



Nearby Favorite Bars:

▻ Meta: ~8 Min Drive

▻ Hell or High Water: ~9 Min Drive

▻ Haymarket Whiskey Bar: ~8 Min Drive

▻ Proof on Main: ~10 Min Drive

▻ Taj Louisville: ~7 Min Drive



Getting Around:

GETTING AROUND:

▻ We recommend Uber or Lyft. We have not had any issues with either.





EVENT OR TOUR OPTIONS:

▻ If you are looking for a tour guide or event transportation in the area, please let us know! We would be happy to help.



Other Things to Note:

We take pride in offering a clean, comfortable, and welcoming space for your stay. The home is professionally cleaned and well-maintained, though minor signs of age may be present as this is a well-loved home rather than a hotel-style property. If anything needs attention, we’ll address it promptly to ensure a stress-free visit. We kindly ask that you treat the home as your own, and guests are responsible for any damages or loss, which should be reported immediately.







HOUSE RULES:

▻ Please do not unplug any electronics that are currently connected. Unplugging devices may result in a $100 fee.

▻ Strictly NO PARTIES.

▻ Please observe quiet hours between 10 PM and 8 AM

▻ Strictly NO SMOKING

▻ Kindly keep noise and activity neighbor-friendly.

▻ NO pets allowed. Undisclosed pets will result in a $200 penalty fee to cover professional cleaning.

▻ Visitors are welcome but only with prior notice and host approval.







By booking this property, you agree to follow all rules and guidelines outlined in the listing. Failure to comply may result in a $500 fee, charged to the credit card used for the reservation.







POLICIES:

▻ Early Check-In – We’ll do our best to accommodate! Same-day requests depend on our cleaning team, and for future stays, the only guaranteed option is booking the prior night (if available).

▻ Luggage Drop – We’re happy to allow luggage drop with prior host approval.

▻ Late Check-Out – Let us know by the day before, and we’ll do our best to accommodate until 12 PM. To guarantee a late check-out, the following night would need to be booked. Please note, unapproved late check-outs may incur a $50/hour fee, and check-outs at 12 PM or later will be considered an extra night’s stay.

▻ Package Delivery – We cannot guarantee safe or timely receipt of packages sent to the home. For reliability, we recommend using a local pick-up location or requesting doorstep delivery if sending items here.

▻ Pet Policy – NO pets allowed. Undisclosed pets will result in a $200 penalty fee to cover professional cleaning. Undisclosed pets will result in a $200 penalty fee to cover professional cleaning.



▻ Third-Party Bookings - We cannot accept bookings made on behalf of someone else.

▻ Mail Back Service - If you forget something, we can mail it back for a $50 fee (as long as it’s not an oversized item)

▻ Cancellation - To receive a full refund, you must cancel within 24 hours before check-in. Any cancellations after this window will be charged according to the number of nights stayed.

▻ There are exterior cameras installed above the front door and above the back door. It is on and recording 24/7.